Golf to tee-off in capital

PREPARATIONS for the 18th annual ADF National Golf Championships (ADFGA) to be hosted in Canberra are well under way.

Nationals Tournament Director Squadron Leader Trevor Owens said that the new format trialled in 2001 had been a great success and was welcomed by members.

“The committee has worked hard for many years at refining and fine-tuning this tournament and we are very happy with where we are at in terms of providing an excellent tournament for our membership,” SQNLDR Owens said.

“I am especially proud that the ADFGA offers a tournament that is not equalled anywhere in the corporate world in terms of the low entry fee, the quality of the venue at Federal Golf Club, the prizes offered and the overall atmosphere of what is truly a great amateur event.”

ADFGA President (and VCDF) Vice-Admiral Russ Shalders added that this was the showcase event for the ADFGA.

“It provides a very credible medium on which to base selection for the various representative matches that are held in the following year,” he said.

He said the 2002 event took on more significance for representative team selection as there was a planned overseas tour to New Zealand next year.

ADFGA’s first overseas tour was to New Zealand in 1987, so the 2003 tour will bring back fond memories for some.

The 2002 National Championship Information and Entry Package can be obtained from the ADFGA’s regional representatives, the ADFGA web site www.sportscentreoz.com/adfgaindex.htm or e-mail adfga@austarmetro.com.au

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