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Chuck Carroll, an avid, single-digit golfer, has been taking groups to Scotland and Ireland for more than 20 years. His most recent trip may be the last for the Palm-Aire resident.

“We had our share of rainy golf on this trip,” Carroll said.  “The most of any past trips over the years. The courses were green and soft, unlike typical links golf.” 

COURTESY PHOTO/CHUCK CARROLL

He put together the trip for six golfers. Only two were from the area - Carroll and Richard McLean of The Meadows, another low handicapper.

Despite the weather, they had a good time playing such historic courses such as St. Andrews (old and new) and Carnoustie. If you have golf trips and photos you want to share, e-mail me the photos and details of your trip.

Junior Golf

Year-end awards for the Greater Sarasota Junior Golf Association were presented last Sunday at a banquet at The Meadows Country Club.

Here is a list of the award winners:

Phyllis Wilbanks Memorial Trophy for the Mini-Tour at the Gulf Gate Golf Club went to Grant Calvin, 43; girls:  Theresa Morrissey, 46; Jocelyn Calvin, 58;  Kelsey Drummond, 61; boys 6-7: Michael Gagnon, 44;  Mark Bruton, 50;  Connor Losada, 51; boys 8-9:  Grant Calvin, 43;  Michael Trapini, 45; Josh Kopcynski, 51; boys 10-12:  Luke Nolte, 48;  David Lenosky, 52; Alex Rodriguez, 54;  Nick Rodriguez, 54.

Futures Tour held at Peridia: Regular Division, boys 11 & over: Erik Souchak, 36; Nash Neptune, 37; Sean Hanlon, 44; boys 10 & under: Patrick Warren, 40; Drew Angelo, 41; Garrett Wilson, 44; girls: Stephanie See, 34; Kadi Pallastrone, 41; Courtney Castner, 41;

Modified Division, 11 & over: Matthew Pletcher, 51; Trevor Losada, 51; Ellis Adler, 51; boys 10 & under:  Matthew Bruton, 43;       Ronnie McClellan, 47; Robbie Higgins, 47; girls: Kennedy McCarthy, 43; Aly Cote, 54;  Summer McCarthy, 60.

High Point Awards Winners, Regular Tour, 12 & under:  Eduardo Ronderos (17.5); 13-15:  Ramsey Touchberry (15.5); Frank Perilli (15.5); 16-18: Jack Lyerly (14.5); girls:  Crystal Smith (23.5).

Low Stroke Average, Regular Tour, girls:  Crystal Smith (75.4); boys: John VanVranken (71.33).

Mike Clayton Sportsmanship Award, Regular Tour:  Philip Knowles.

Upcoming Events

Sarasota National in Venice is holding a four-player scramble Oct. 10 to benefit junior golf. The entry fee for the 8:30 a.m. shotgun start is $50. The deadline to enter is Oct. 8. Call Sarasota National (941-496-8676) for more info.

Quickie Tip
       
When visiting Western North Carolina, make sure you play the Donald Ross course at the Grove Park Inn. It is pricey but spectacular. 

Celebrity Quote

   “I don't think he ever wants to be looked at like a museum piece,” said Brad Faxon, about Jack Nicklaus, who agreed to partner with Arnold Palmer as the Honorary Starters at the 2010 Masters.

Contact Mark Cardon at 941-921-4121 or by e-mail and This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it