Dorset County

Dorset Seniors travelled to Filton Golf Club for their second Channel League match of 2023 to play Gloucestershire. After last weeks close away win versus Gwent the team was hopeful of starting a winning streak with another away match. Practice on Sunday afternoon was enjoyed in warm sunshine and there was a quiet confidence going into the match on Monday.

Monday was sunny with occasional cloud and a brisk breeze. The 9-hole morning Greensomes went well for and Dorset, 4-1 up at lunchtime. Tony Coles and Todd Sothcott proved a formidable pairing and won their morning match 4&3 with Mark Stickley and Dave Barton also pairing well with a 2&1 win.

The afternoon provided the expected fight back by Gloucestershire and Dorset found themselves down in the top 4 games after the first 9 holes in the afternoon; the morning lead had been pegged back. However, with strength in the middle order, Dorset held firm and with a spirited fight back by  Dave Barton and Tony Coles to both get halves the team eventually saw out a fairly comfortable win. A special mention for Paul Bodle who had control throughout his match in a fine win against Richard Wood, a seasoned Gloucestershire player.

The Dorset team now have a break for the County Seniors Championship in June before a very hectic schedule in July but it is great to start the season in the new league with two wins under the belt.

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