WinSat , originally 8 members, was formed in 1984 by Rick Hawkley, Ted Evans, Wes Clegg, Jim Judge, Russ Rowlands, Tony Shanahan, Eric White, and Sid Coulbeck.

Sid left in 1985, and his place was taken by Bob Meadows.

Bob left in 1986 and at that time it was decided to expand the group to 12 members. Allan Millard, Ken Bamford, Bob Worboys, Bill Preston and John Bligh being invited to join at that time.

In 1990 John withdrew and Chris Dracott was offered his place.

In 1992 Bill's work took him abroad and John Bligh rejoined.

However, in 1993 John moved away from the area and Viv Royle was invited to replace him.

In 1999 Chris was unable to play regularly and Robin Browne took his place initially for the year. Chris then decided not to return and Robin was invited to fill his place on a permanent basis.

In 2002 Ken Bamford had to undergo a series of operations and Joe Mossop took his place for the year. Happily Ken made a full recovery and rejoined, indeed won, the following year. Joe has reverted to his role as WinSat Super-Sub.

In 2007 Tony was unable to compete and Joe stepped in again - this time to win. He continued for the next two years replacing Robin in 2008 and Ken again in 2009. Both happily returning after the one year absence.

In 2011 Dave Cutt came in to replace Jim, who returned the following year.

In 2012 Alan decided to retired and Joe Mossop became a permanent member.

In 2013 Jim retired due to health problems and Viv left the club - their places were taken by the welcome return of Bill Preston and Ron Sutton who had previously filled the super-sub role.

In 2015 Ted, Ken and Tony retired and their places were taken by Colin Hedley, Nigel Worboys and Fred Hopley

In 2017 Robin was ill and Peter Chaney filled his place. Colin got the first ever Tour hole-in-one at Carlisle 13th.

Then in 2018 Russ was unwell and Ron was going to step down and Peter became a full member. Ron in fact stayed on an extra year to replace Russ.

In 2019 after the sad loss of Eric White out treasurer and founder member. Phil Robinson joined the group. Robin got hole-in-one at 10th.

Who said "Sporting friendships don't last."

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WINSAT RULES

Winsat rules 2003 (March 2003)
1. We play regardless of conditions, if the course is open.
2. If 16 or less holes are open, extra holes will be played. The secretary will decide on how many on the day.
3. If the matches are abandoned due to the weather conditions, i.e snow or flooded greens, the result of each match stands
at the time the matches are abandoned providing at least 9 holes have been played by the last of our matches.
4. The same substitute can only be used twice in one season.
5. If a player fails to turn up, his partner shall be given 1st hole on the 1st tee and 1 hole on the 2nd tee.
6. If a player fails to turn up he will be penalised two points regardless of the result of the match and will gain no points from the match.
7. The winner of the Winsat league will play the following season at one shot less than his handicap.

Ammendments 2008 (Agreed Oct 12th 2008)
8. An additional 50p will be added to the match fee totalling £2.00 of which 50p will be put towards the meal on Spring away day.
9. 30p birdie money usually given to opponent will now be placed in kitty, money will be put towards meal on Spring away day.
10. Away day in Spring is final fixture - Away day in Autumn is just for fun.

Ammendments 2011 (Agreed Apr 2011)
11. If the wrong pairings are used then the result is declared void and no points are awarded.

Ammendments 2012 (Agreed Jan 2012)
12. If a player plays off the wrong Winsat handicap they will forfeit the game - 1 Down.

Ammendments 2015 (Agreed Mar 2015)
13. Points will be changed to 4 pts for a Win, 2 pnts for a Draw, but if a substitute plays for you then those points become 2 Pnts for Win, and 1 pnt for a Draw.
14. Rule 5 be ammended to 2 holes on First Tee and a further 2 holes on 10th Tee

Ammendments 2015 (Agreed Oct 2015)
15. Rule 4 be abandonded