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Underdogs Triumph: Lewiston Golf Claims Cup Glory
15 Jul
Summary
- LGCC overcame a three-point deficit in the final round.
- Match play format allowed players to earn points per hole.
- LGCC team's camaraderie and sports drink fueled their win.
The defending champions, Lewiston Golf and Country Club (LGCC), secured a dramatic victory at the 58th annual Tribune Cup women's golf tournament held at Clarkston's Red Wolf Golf Club. Despite trailing by three points after the initial rounds, the LGCC team, with six representatives, demonstrated resilience against rivals from Quail Ridge Golf Course. They ultimately surged to a cumulative total of 63 points, clinching the championship over Quail Ridge's 58 points. Red Wolf finished third with 41 points.
The tournament featured a match-play format, where players earned points by outperforming opponents on individual holes, a system praised for its dynamic nature. Competitors faced challenging conditions, including light rain and persistent winds on the final day, which contrasted with the typical heat of the event. This weather, however, was considered by many to be more pleasant for play.
Key contributors to LGCC's triumph included Kim Eimers, who achieved a perfect score of six points, and team captain Marcy Spilker, who added 4 1/2 points. The team's success was also attributed to their unified presentation in pink checkered polo shirts and the encouraging use of sports drinks for stamina. Spilker expressed confidence for the future, aiming for a "threepeat" in the upcoming year.
