Terry Wilson of Canora has been golfing for 35 years, so it was no surprise that he was out on the course for the 2022 opening day on May 23. But Wilson did something that he had never accomplished before, shot a hole-in-one.
“It was a great way to start the season! It came on Hole 5 from the blue tees,” reported Wilson. “It measured 187 yards that day.”
Wilson said he was facing into a fairly stiff breeze when he hit the big shot.
“So I hit a four iron. I knew it was well hit and it was on a good line. I lost sight of it due to the glare as it came down, (and I’m old!)”
Wilson and Aaron Herriges, his golfing partner for the round, knew it was a good shot right away.
“As we started walking toward the green, Aaron said it should be close to the hole but he couldn’t see it and pondered if it was in. I assumed the wind had died and the shot went over the green. As we approached the green Aaron saw the ball mark a few feet in front of the hole and confirmed it had gone in!” recalled Wilson.
Wilson and Herriges agree that the greens at the Canora Golf & Country Club are in immaculate condition for area golfers to enjoy during the coming season.
Donna Rock, clubhouse manager, was pleased to hear of Wilson’s memorable start to the new season. She said the course is completely open, including for those who like to use golf carts.
“We currently have four new tee boxes in use, the forward white and red ones on holes one and two," reported Rock “Red tee boxes are under construction on holes four and nine, and hopefully will be operational next season.”
The only way to book a tee time currently is to phone the clubhouse.
“The golf course is in great shape to start off the season this year,” reported Rock. “The greens wintered beautifully and the course is very lush.”
Planning is already underway for a number of special events and tournaments for the coming season.
The Darryl Rock Memorial - Steak and Beans tournament is scheduled for July 2. The Hole-in One-Tournament is coming up on July 10, followed by The Ladies Tournament on August 10.
Events which are being planned, but with the dates still to be announced include: The Men's tournament, The Seniors tournament, and The Pigs and Gigs event.
