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OS golfers ride the breeze to victory

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OS vs College Staff Golf Tournament 2025

Hosted with warm generosity by James Greenall (GH, AH, 65–74), OSGS Secretary & Newmarket Club Captain 2025, this year’s tournament brought together past and present players for a spirited day of golf at the stunning Links Golf Course, Newmarket.

Set against the backdrop of a blustery but beautiful late May day, 17 players took to this historic 18-hole, par-72 course—originally established in 1902 and later masterfully redesigned by the legendary Colonel S.V. Hotchkin. With its clever bunkering, fast fairways, and classic inland links character, “The Links” truly lived up to its name.

College Staff Past & Present Team

Sandy Barnard (Staff, 89-)
Peter Dodd (Governor, 18-)
Gary Law (Staff, 03-20, 23-)
John Maguire (College Headmaster, 24-)
Trevor Novell (Staff, 66-18)
Rod Reed (Staff, 72-18)
Stephen Sabey (Staff, 13 - ) College Captain
David Thomson (Governor, 17-)
Nigel Witherden (Staff, 76-19)

OS Team

Robert Baker (GH, SH, 82-89)
Peter Berendt (GH, AH, 66-74)
James Greenall (GH, AH, 65-74) OS Captain
Paddy Ireland (HH 69-78)
Simon Lipscombe (HH,90-95) (Staff, 11-)
Trevor Price (MJH, HH,70-76)
Peter Smith (AH,64-68)
Darren Winstone (MJH, SuH, 83-90)

OS Ride the Wind to Victory!

In true Stortfordian spirit, camaraderie, competition, belonging, and a shared love for golf and the College came together for an unforgettable OS vs College Staff Golf Tournament 2025—played out in very blustery conditions at the beautiful Links course in Newmarket.

Despite the wind, the Old Stortfordians rose to the challenge, taking home the team trophy and nearly sweeping the board with individual prizes!

Prize Winners 2025

Nearest the Pin: Nigel Witherden (Staff, 76–19)

Longest Drive: Trevor Price (MJH, HH,70–76)

Runner-Up Best Golfer: Darren Winstone (MJH, SuH, 83–90)

Best Golfer 2025: Robert Baker (GH, SH,82–89)

Winning Team: Old Stortfordians

Best Golfer 2025: Robert Baker (GH, SH, 82–89)

A huge thank you to our brilliant Captains:

James Greenall (GH, AH,65–74) – OS Captain, Newmarket Club Captain & OSGS Secretary

Stephen Sabey (Staff,13– ) – College Staff Captain

James’s dedication and hospitality made the day truly special—thank you for hosting such a memorable event in glorious links surroundings!

Want to get involved with the OSGS?

Get in touch with James Greenall and join a thriving, welcoming community of OS golfers. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, there’s a place for you on the green!

Log-in to your portal account to enjoy the photographs to relive the camaraderie, competition, and charm of a day well spent on the green!

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