Mid Canterbury vs South Canterbury golf match

The annual Mid Canterbury vs South Canterbury golf match delivered a fiercely competitive encounter over 36 holes, with South Canterbury emerging victorious for the first time in several years.

Players were met with a light frost and tough early conditions in the morning round, testing their patience and shot-making. Despite the chilly start, the day gradually cleared to offer more favourable second-round conditions, though the course remained a challenge throughout.

Among the standout performers was South Canterbury’s Daniel Perham, who was rock solid across both rounds, firing consecutive 71s (-1), for 74 gross Stableford points, to finish as the most consistent individual on the day. Fifteen-year-old Thomas Clayson also impressed, carding a superb first-round 70 (-2), followed by a 74 (+2) in the afternoon (total 72 gross Stableford points), to fall just short of Perham’s total. On the women’s side, Angela Gerken was the top performer, showing good form with rounds of 79 and 81 (total 59 gross Stableford points) in the testing conditions.

The team result went the way of South Canterbury, a hard-earned and satisfying win after several years in Mid Canterbury’s hands. The match was played in great spirit, with all players embracing the competition and the camaraderie for which the event is known. Tinwald Golf Club was an excellent host, providing friendly hospitality to the players and supporters, alongside a course in great condition for the event.