Middle Park grandmother enjoys teeing off at McLeod

For 73-year-old grandmother Marlene Vallis, playing golf at McLeod Country Golf Club is not just about enjoying the sport she loves, but a chance for her to bond with her 13-year-old grandson.

Mrs Vallis and her grandson Sam Whiteman share the same passion and love for golf as each other, playing regularly at McLeod.

“Golf is the type of sport that you can enjoy with your grandchildren and pass on your skills to them,” Mrs Vallis said.

Marlene Vallis and her grandson Sam Whiteman
enjoying a round of glof at McLeod.

“Playing golf as a family is a great bonding session and also means you can enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery together.

”I love the fact that we can play golf together and share tips and spend quality time together on the course.”

Mrs Vallis has been a member of McLeod for the past 34 years and is a former B Grade Club champion. She recently won McLeod’s 2011 A Grade monthly medal for February and March.

McLeod Country Golf Club is holding a free golfing expo on Sunday, June 19 from 9.30am to 2.30pm.

The golf expo will include a putting clinic, driver demonstrations by PGA professionals, a short game clinic, fashion parade, nearest to the pin competition, demonstrations by leading golfing suppliers, lucky door prize, information kits and fun activities for the kids including a jumping castle and face painting.

Food and drinks will also be available for purchase on the day along with a sausage sizzle.

McLeod Country Golf Club was formed in 1968 for both men and women players and their families to enjoy. Today both women and men make up the 1000-plus membership enjoying strong camaraderie and fellowship as well as a challenging game of golf on the 18-hole course.

For more information on the expo, phone McLeod Country Golf Club on 3376 3666 or visit www.mcleodgolf.com.au