HOUSTON GOLF LEAGUE

MARC NAPIER

HUFF, PUFF AND BLOW MY GAME DOWN

As soon as we set foot on the golf course, it was evident that we were in for a challenging round. The winds were fierce, clocking in at 15-20 miles per hour and gusting over 40. It was clear that only those who could master their shots and control the distance would have a chance at the top of the leaderboard. This round proved to be the highest scoring of the season, with an average of 82.4 compared to last week's 77.5 at Southwyck. Many players were left baffled, except for the top three finishers: Nathan Simcox, Roland Turner, and Mark Niper.

Nathan Simcox is making a name for himself in the League, with his handicap decreasing every week. He is fully dedicated to the league and his game, and it's only a matter of time before he establishes himself as a top player. Once he sees his name on the leaderboard a few more times, he will realize that's where he belongs. His third-place finish at Southwyck will soon turn into a first-place victory.

Next up is Roland Turner, who came in second, only two shots behind the champion. Unfortunately, his double on 12 cost him dearly. However, his excellent putting and driving skills saved his round, earning him first place in both categories with only 24 putts and 12 out of 14 fairways hit. If Roland can consistently improve his iron game, he has the potential to beat anyone in the league. Let's not forget that last year's captain, Kirt, had no wins and no money - what a disappointment.

Finally, we have Mark Niper, who managed to conquer the challenging winds. Blow it way on the back nine, his eagle on 12 was a 4-shot swing from Roland, securing his victory. Niper is slowly but surely making his way towards the Hall of Fame, and this win is a significant addition to his 6 career victories. Congratulations, Marc Napier!

SUMMARY

POS	PLAYERS	SCORE	GROSS	NET	PURSE
1	MARC NAPIER	-4	76	68	$460.00
2	ROLAND TURNER	-2	76	70	$295.00
3	NATHAN SIMCOX	-1	92	71	$195.00
T4	JOE HART	E	77	72	$0.00
T4	ERNEST STANDLEY	E	80	72	$0.00
T6	HAL GREGORY	3	88	75	$0.00
T6	SENON GARCIA	3	81	75	$0.00
T6	CHUCK TOLLIVER	3	87	75	$0.00
T9	JOSE SANCHEZ	4	74	76	$0.00
T9	GABE RAMOS	4	85	76	$0.00
11	BILL CHENEL	5	94	77	$0.00
12	THATCHER CRIBBS	6	85	78	$0.00
T13	HAJA RABE	11	85	83	$0.00
T13	SEAN HINTON	11	93	83	$0.00
15	JAIME ALVARADO	13	92	85	$0.00
16	NIRAJ KATARIA	17	98	89	$0.00
T17	ETHAN BULTHOUSE	18	93	90	$0.00
T17	DAMOND JACKSON	18	103	90	$0.00
WD	CHRISTOPHER ALLEN	-	WD	WD	$0.00

PAYOUT

	PLAYERS	PURSE
1	MARC NAPIER	$555.00
2	ROLAND TURNER	$390.00
3	NATHAN SIMCOX	$290.00
4	SENON GARCIA	$284.50
5	JOSE SANCHEZ	$106.00
6	JOE HART	$95.00
4	THATCHER CRIBBS	$95.00
8	GABE RAMOS	$47.50
9	HAL GREGORY	$47.00
10	HAJA RABE	$47.00
	Total Purse	$1,957.00

MONEY LIST

A FLIGHT

POS		PLAYERS	PURSE
1	JEREMY	WILLIAMS	$1,065.00
2	KHRIS	COLBERT	$996.00
3	MARC	NAPIER	$822.00
4	ROLAND	TURNER	$816.00
5	THATCHER	GRIBBS	$650.00
6	JOSE	SANCHEZ	$647.00
7	SAM	GARCIA	$339.00
8	HAJA	RABE	$275.00
9	KENRICK	MASSENGILL	$200.00
10	RONNIE	FENTON	$200.00
11	BENNY	GOMEZ	$127.00
12	GABE	RAMOS	$107.00
13	JOE	HART	$95.00
14	ETHAN	BULTHOUSE	$40.00

B FLIGHT

POS		PLAYERS	PURSE
1	MITCH	MOSES	$325.00
2	NATHAN	SIMCOX	$323.00
3	CASEY	GRIMME	$290.00
4	LONNIE	KNOWLES	$200.00
5	HAL	GREGORY	$87.00
6	DAVID	KNOWLES	$33.00
7	CHRIS	ALLEN	$30.00
		TOTAL	$1,288.00