Last Saturday Bearsden hosted Douglas Park in the annual GowGlen Shield match and in sunny conditions retained the shield by eight and a half points to three and a half points
First played in 1901, the match consists of 12 Greensomes matches led off by a courtesy match between the Captains and Secretary/Vice Captain this year won by Douglas Park
The traditional dinner took place and was followed by playing for the Forrest Putter, a one club challenge over a short, composite course which was won by Douglas Park
A good time was had by all Thanks are due to Brian Thistle(team manager) ,to all players, and the Bearsden staff for their contributions to the event.