Mike Maguire, 2013 Captain of The Rolls of Monmouth, organised a superb St Patrick's Day-themed Captains' Drive-In on Sunday 17th March to usher in the new Captains' year of office.

Supported by Ladies Captain Jan Lyon and Seniors Captain Mike Orton, Maguire conceived a 'Paddyford' competition with teams of three struggling to complete the cloverleaf scorecards specially produced for the event, let alone take on the challenging golf course.

A fortunate change in the weather allowed the golfers to participate in mild and pleasant conditions, although the heavy rain of the previous two days made the going a little heavy in places.

The winning team on count back with a magnificent 78 Paddyford points were father Trev Curphey, veteran stalwart Tim Barker and up-and-coming young golfer David Spear.

Their joy at winning was short lived when they were awarded their prizes of Leprechaun club covers, which they have to display throughout the year or suffer heavy fines to swell the Captain's charity coffers.

In second place picking up prizes of top quality golf balls were veteran Ian Lewis, Geordie Ian Stitt and vice captain Geoff Walsh.

Team leader Stitt, who had been disconsolate about missing three birdie putts in an otherwise perfect round, suddenly perked up on learning that he didn't have to carry a leprechaun around for a year.

The three captains ceremonially hit drives down the first fairway to kick start their year and, despite their nervous demeanour and silly appearance in novelty leprechaun hats, split the fairway with pin point accuracy.

A magnificent buffet luncheon followed, excellently presented by club steward Stuart Amies, sometimes known as Stewart and his hardworking staff.

Maguire and his committee have selected PWSA UK as the Captain's charity this year.

Amelie Morgan, the granddaughter of member Geoff Walsh, was diagnosed with this very rare genetic disorder.

Prader-Willi syndrome is a rare, complex condition, which is present from birth and continues throughout life. It can occur randomly in any family.

Low muscle tone, short stature, learning disabilities, problem behaviour, and a constant chronic feeling of hunger that can lead to excessive eating and life-threatening obesity challenge people with PWS.

Maguire was delighted to announce that over £500 was raised for PWSA UK on the day.

He expressed his gratitude to those members who turned out to support the day and donate so readily to this worthy cause.