CRACKING DRIVE: This spectacular shot shows Albatross’ ABATA Matthew McCreghan teeing off on the second hole during September’s Sir David Martin golf competition. Photo: ABPH Paul Berry.

By POATA Trevor Johnstone

Albatross had a resounding win on the golf course recently with a 5 games to 2 triumph over Air Force.
The Sir David Martin golf competition was held at the Coast Golf Club in Little Bay, Sydney.

The course is a hidden gem, picture perfect, with immaculate slick greens, lush fairways and magic ocean views – straight out of a magazine.
Ironically, Albatross had FLTSGT John Mace leading the team into battle against his own kind.

A special mention goes to POATV Anthony McCann, who is retiring from the Albatross golf team after an undefeated three-year reign. His never say die attitude got him home on the last hole after being down 3 points with 2 holes to play against the RAAF team captain.

Sharp shooters for the day were POATV William McConnell and CPOATV Alan Wilkinson with 39 points apiece.
The Sir David Martin Golf competition is contested between RAN Establishments Albatross, Creswell, Kuttabul and combined Sydney establishments (Watson, Penguin and Waterhen). Additionally, the last few years have seen teams from Army and RAAF compete.

The competition runs from February to September each year and is the primary avenue for selection in the NSW inter-service golf team.

For anyone interested in competing in the Sir David Martin golf competition, please contact your local area PT staff or POATA Trevor Johnstone on 02 44242609.”

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