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Victoria Anniversary Trophy
The Victoria Golf and Country Resort officially opened its doors to play in January 1999. To coincide with this celebration of ten years as the Region’s best Golf Course & Golf Resort the team at Victoria have put together the Victoria Anniversary Trophy. The basics are a series of local and international qualifying rounds to find the top Sixty golfers. The final takes place on the 31st of January 2009 and the overseas qualifying rounds will be played in the UAE, Thailand and the UK. Qualifying Rounds for Sri Lanka held at Victoria start on First Round 19th January 2008 Register Below. The top 60 scores from the whole year will go ahead to the Finals in 2009. Players may enter as often as they wish to increase the chances of qualifying for the event.
The 11th Donald Steel Trophy 2009
The Victoria Golf and Country Resort is once again the host venue Of the Donald Steel Trophy. To be played over 36 holes on Saturday the 21st and Sunday the 22nd of February 2009 this stableford format competition celebrates it’s 11th Year.
The Donald Steel Trophy will be awarded to the gentleman player recording the best stableford score over the two rounds.The gents net winner receives the Ebert Pot and for the ladies the Pam Fernando Trophy is awarded for the best gross score over the 36holes. The net Ladies event is the Victoria Bowl.
Accommodation specials during the Donald Steel Trophy can be booked by calling +94 (0) 777 258 730 or e-mail ms@victoriagolf.lk Further email enquiries or details can be obtain through the Marketing Assistant on marketing@victoriagolf.lk
The Donald Steel Trophy will be awarded to the gentleman player recording the best stableford score over the two rounds.The gents net winner receives the Ebert Pot and for the ladies the Pam Fernando Trophy is awarded for the best gross score over the 36holes. The net Ladies event is the Victoria Bowl.
Accommodation specials during the Donald Steel Trophy can be booked by calling +94 (0) 777 258 730 or e-mail ms@victoriagolf.lk Further email enquiries or details can be obtain through the Marketing Assistant on marketing@victoriagolf.lk
Chris HollowChris Holloway wins the IMBM Trophy
The leader board for the gentlemen’s net was as follows Chris Holloway (13) 42, Roland Davies (28) 37, Ravi Mediwaka (28) 36, Thusith Wijesinghe (26) 36, Sushil Kumar (12) 35, Sanjeewa Wickremanayake (8) 35, Richard Whitham (18) 34, Mark Green (11) 34, Lalin Senadhira (9) 33, Romesh Abhayaratne (5) 33
Sujeewa Lankathilake, one of Victoria’s best local players returned a score of 29 points to win the Ken Balendra Challenge Trophy for the best gross score. RCGC player Sanjeewa Wickremanayake was hot on Sujeewa’s heels with a score of 28 narrowly beating Romesh Abhayaratne on a count back. Pheroze Billimoria of Waters Edge fame held on to fourth place with 27 points.
The leader board for the gentlemen’s gross was as follows Sujeewa Lankathilake 29, Sanjeewa Wickremanayake 28, Romesh Abhayaratne 28, Pheroze Billimoria 27, Lalin Senadhira 25, Mark Green 25, Ian Tait 25, Sushil Kumar 24, Chamil Wickremasinghe 23, Rohitha Batepolage 20
John Keells Group was the principal sponsor for the inaugural Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy held at the picturesque Victoria Golf and Country Resort over the weekend of the 10th and 11th of May 2008.
Mark Bostock, former Chairman John Keells, was the passion and driving force behind the golf course development at Victoria.This Tournament was held in his memory.
Over 70 players teed off with the majority playing in the morning; scores were eagerly awaited by midday. Victoria player and local business magnate Ravi Mediwaka was the early leader in the clubhouse with a net stableford score of 36, easily overtaking the others who scored in the low thirties. Ravi Mediwaka, looked to have swept the board until Chris Holloway playing off a handicap of 13 returned a magnificent net stableford score of 42 to topple Ravi’s supremacy. His gross score of 80 (7 over par)included birdies on the 5th and 18th, and 7 pars. It was easily the best score of the day with only Roland Davies coming close with a net 37.
“It was the best round of golf I ever played in my life” said an euphoric Chris Holloway as he claimed the inaugural Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy played in memory of his beloved uncle.
Sujeewa Lankathilake, one of Victoria’s best local players returned a score of 29 points to win the Ken Balendra Challenge Trophy for the best gross score. RCGC player Sanjeewa Wickremanayake was hot on Sujeewa’s heels with a score of 28 narrowly beating Romesh Abhayaratne on a count back. Pheroze Billimoria of Waters Edge fame held on to fourth place with 27 points.
The leader board for the gentlemen’s gross was as follows Sujeewa Lankathilake 29, Sanjeewa Wickremanayake 28, Romesh Abhayaratne 28, Pheroze Billimoria 27, Lalin Senadhira 25, Mark Green 25, Ian Tait 25, Sushil Kumar 24, Chamil Wickremasinghe 23, Rohitha Batepolage 20
John Keells Group was the principal sponsor for the inaugural Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy held at the picturesque Victoria Golf and Country Resort over the weekend of the 10th and 11th of May 2008.
Mark Bostock, former Chairman John Keells, was the passion and driving force behind the golf course development at Victoria.This Tournament was held in his memory.
Over 70 players teed off with the majority playing in the morning; scores were eagerly awaited by midday. Victoria player and local business magnate Ravi Mediwaka was the early leader in the clubhouse with a net stableford score of 36, easily overtaking the others who scored in the low thirties. Ravi Mediwaka, looked to have swept the board until Chris Holloway playing off a handicap of 13 returned a magnificent net stableford score of 42 to topple Ravi’s supremacy. His gross score of 80 (7 over par)included birdies on the 5th and 18th, and 7 pars. It was easily the best score of the day with only Roland Davies coming close with a net 37.
“It was the best round of golf I ever played in my life” said an euphoric Chris Holloway as he claimed the inaugural Mark Bostock Memorial Trophy played in memory of his beloved uncle.
Mike Varney
On 31st March 2008 Victoria said farewell to Mike Varney , Andrea and their son Aidan,who were headed for a new assignment in Thailand.
Mike took Over as General Manager of Victoria on 01st January 2006 after Tony Whitham retired.
Mike Qualified in 1984 to Full Membership of the British PGA, and later qualified as a Master Professional of the South African PGA.While in South Africa he also obtained his pilot’s licence. He held many senior position including Golf Operation Manager - Royal Johannesburg,Golf Manager Redbourn Golf Club, UK and Director of Golf / Assistant General Manager - Nad al Sheba Club,Dubai.
From 2003- 2005 he was General Manager of Muang Kaew Golf Course in Bangkok and then in 2005 held the position of Golf & Development Manager at Al Ain Golf Club.
He Was very enthusiastic about the golf course at Victoria and introduced many improvements and innovations including new tees at the 4th and 10th holes. He was the initiator of the Mark Bostock Memorial Tournament,but unfortunately he left just before the event took place.
Andrea also took an active interest in Victoria and held the position of Manager - Victoria Property Management Services.She was an enthusiastic golfer who won many events.As was to be expected,Mike was a formidable player,although he never seemd to have the time to devote to his game because of official duties. He took a great interest in promoting Sri Lanka as a golf destination, and to this end he worked with the other golf clubs,the Sri Lanka Golf Union and the Tourist Board.
Back Tee sends its best wishes to Mike , Andrea & Aidan.
Mike took Over as General Manager of Victoria on 01st January 2006 after Tony Whitham retired.
Mike Qualified in 1984 to Full Membership of the British PGA, and later qualified as a Master Professional of the South African PGA.While in South Africa he also obtained his pilot’s licence. He held many senior position including Golf Operation Manager - Royal Johannesburg,Golf Manager Redbourn Golf Club, UK and Director of Golf / Assistant General Manager - Nad al Sheba Club,Dubai.
From 2003- 2005 he was General Manager of Muang Kaew Golf Course in Bangkok and then in 2005 held the position of Golf & Development Manager at Al Ain Golf Club.
He Was very enthusiastic about the golf course at Victoria and introduced many improvements and innovations including new tees at the 4th and 10th holes. He was the initiator of the Mark Bostock Memorial Tournament,but unfortunately he left just before the event took place.
Andrea also took an active interest in Victoria and held the position of Manager - Victoria Property Management Services.She was an enthusiastic golfer who won many events.As was to be expected,Mike was a formidable player,although he never seemd to have the time to devote to his game because of official duties. He took a great interest in promoting Sri Lanka as a golf destination, and to this end he worked with the other golf clubs,the Sri Lanka Golf Union and the Tourist Board.
Back Tee sends its best wishes to Mike , Andrea & Aidan.
Featured Property of the Month
Tamarind Lodge
Tamarind Lodge was designed by one of the world’s foremost architects and is simply stunning. The pavilion style six bedroomed property is set 100 metres above the Victoria Dam and its unique
design making the most of inside outside living.
The private infinity pool overlooks the Victoria Lake and has it's own specially designed "Jumping pad" to further enhance the experience. All bedrooms are wonderfully spacious and come with their own outside shower and balcony.
The “Embassy” Trained Housekeeping Family live on site and are highly renowned for their choice of Menus to suit all Nationalities. All Meals are served in Tamarind Lodge.For reservations please e-mail: ms@victoriagolf.lk or call Andrea 0777 844 166 or Nickola 0777 258 730
The private infinity pool overlooks the Victoria Lake and has it's own specially designed "Jumping pad" to further enhance the experience. All bedrooms are wonderfully spacious and come with their own outside shower and balcony.
The “Embassy” Trained Housekeeping Family live on site and are highly renowned for their choice of Menus to suit all Nationalities. All Meals are served in Tamarind Lodge.For reservations please e-mail: ms@victoriagolf.lk or call Andrea 0777 844 166 or Nickola 0777 258 730
New Developments @ Victoria
Clubhouse Car Park
The work on the clubhouse car park has commenced. The new carpark will provide a two leveled parking bay system and facilitate easy access to the clubhouse. The expected completion date is in early February 2008. Temporary parking has been arranged for patrons. We regret any inconvenience caused. Construction works are project managed by Richard Worrall
The work on the clubhouse car park has commenced. The new carpark will provide a two leveled parking bay system and facilitate easy access to the clubhouse. The expected completion date is in early February 2008. Temporary parking has been arranged for patrons. We regret any inconvenience caused. Construction works are project managed by Richard Worrall
Coconut Hill Roads
Renovation and maintenance of the road network on Coconut Hill has commenced. In the initial phase the roads will be graded using a motor grader for proper alignment. The collars have been cleaned and gravel compacted to achieve the proper camber. The drains and surrounds also will be cleaned. Selected areas of roadway, will be tarred for easy access and usage.
Renovation and maintenance of the road network on Coconut Hill has commenced. In the initial phase the roads will be graded using a motor grader for proper alignment. The collars have been cleaned and gravel compacted to achieve the proper camber. The drains and surrounds also will be cleaned. Selected areas of roadway, will be tarred for easy access and usage.
Landscaping
Landscape and beautifying the entrance to Victoria and the road running up to the club house has commenced under the watchful eye of the Golf Course Manager Maheel Bulumulla - “Bulu”
Landscape and beautifying the entrance to Victoria and the road running up to the club house has commenced under the watchful eye of the Golf Course Manager Maheel Bulumulla - “Bulu”
Golf Course Maintenance
Green collars are being hollow tinned for aeration and compaction. Renovations are complete on the 4th Tee steps. All footpaths on the golf course are being repaired and compacted with gravel.
Green collars are being hollow tinned for aeration and compaction. Renovations are complete on the 4th Tee steps. All footpaths on the golf course are being repaired and compacted with gravel.
