A momentous occasion in the history of the Holden Scramble has been celebrated at Muswellbrook Golf Club.
In its 24th year, the Holden Scramble has achieved a key milestone with the 10,000th local event played at Muswellbrook Golf Club in New South Wales on Saturday 11th July.
It was a celebration of all things Holden Scramble that was made possible by the support of golfers all across Australia and New Zealand who have participated in a local event over the past 24 years.
“The PGA of Australia is extremely proud of the longevity and the position that the Holden Scramble has in the golf industry,” said Brian Thorburn, CEO of the PGA of Australia.
“The relationship formed with GM Holden over the years and the vision to support the growth of golf at the grass roots level has enabled the PGA to stage this event in all corners of the country.”
Over the years the Holden Scramble’s success has been built on the basis it’s open to golfers of all age groups and skill levels, providing an opportunity to participate in a national championship.
The appeal of the Holden Scramble is further enhanced by the opportunity for amateur golfers to play alongside their club’s PGA Professional and for a lucky few, a PGA Tour Professional at the Championship Final.
“The PGA would like to thank each and every supporter of the Holden Scramble from participants, PGA Professionals and Golf Clubs to Holden Dealerships and event partners for their support of the event,” added Thorburn.
“They have all provided a significant contribution to where we are today, celebrating this momentous achievement.”
Participants at the Muswellbrook Holden Scramble experienced a fantastic day on course with friends and were treated to a host of gifts and prizes to celebrate this milestone.
“The club could not believe that we would be hosting the 10,000 event,” said Jason Taylor the PGA Professional at Muswellbrook Golf Club.”
“The Holden Scramble is highly anticipated on our clubs calendar each year with the local golfers in the region really embracing the event.”
“Muswellbrook Holden and the Golf Club have formed a strong relationship over the years, and continue to support this event and the local golfing community.”
The day left a lasting impact on local club members Jaye Johns, Kyle Blinco, Adam Payne and Luke Cameron who won the Muswellbrook Holden Scramble with a score of 55.4.
“It is fantastic to win the Holden Scramble on this special day. I have played in the event for the past five years and this is my second time qualifying to the Regional Final,” said Johns, following the round.
“The team didn’t get off to the best start, opening with a bogey however we got on a run with seven consecutive birdies to set up our round”
“We are looking forward to going to the Regional Final in October and hope that we can put in another good performance and qualify for the Championship Final.”
The team will be joined by Taylor at the Regional Final with the winner advancing to the iconic Holden Scramble Championship Final, being played at Twin Waters Golf Club, on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast in late November.