Abama Pro Am, top names, top golf
February 10, 2010
Take 120 golfers, men and women, over two days of play at the pride of the Tenerife west coast, Abama Golf, and you have a great new addition to the golfing calendar.
On 12th and 13th Febraury 36 teams of four (one PGA player and 3 amateurs) will compete over 36 holes of strokeplay for this new prestigious competition. Handicaps are limited to 24 for the men and 28 for the women.
Already confirmed are such stars as Francisco Cea from Malaga, Fernando Roca from Catalonia, and Jesus Maria Irruti from San Sebastian. Two days of top play will be followed by a gala dinner and prize giving at Abama Golf and Spa Resort, a great way to celebrate the fifth anniversary of the opening of this respected course.
Book now for 2010 Tenerife & La Gomera Golf Circuit
February 4, 2010
Growing each year in size and status, the 4th Golf Circuit of Tenerife and La Gomera drives off on 24 April at Golf del Sur, and promises to be bigger and better than ever. The multi national appeal is also growing and more Brits than ever are expected to sign up for the tour, it’s a great way to raise your game, and make lots of new friends.
There are 7 matches on this years tour, giving you a chance to enjoy the different demands that each of the major courses offer.
24 April – Golf Del Sur 50 euros entry
15 May – Buenavista Golf 50 euros entry
19 June – Golf Las Americas 50 euros entry
10 July – Tecina Golf 50 euros entry
31 July – Golf Costa Adeje 50 euros entry
21 August – Abama Golf 100 euros entry
11 September – Golf Del Sur 50 euros entry
The September match is the Grand Final, but each round is sponsored by many of the top companies in Tenerife and La Gomera, so if you are playing at your best, you may scoop a trophy.
There is bound to be a huge demand for this prestigious circuit, so to book or for more information contact circuito@islasdegolf.com or check the website at www.tenerifeisladegolf.com.
Know your golf course, know your game
January 22, 2010
If you want to take your game to the next level in Tenerife, you should take a look at the new improved website of the Asociacion de Campos de Golf de Tenerife. These are the good people who organised the popular annual Golf Circuit that takes in the main Tenerife courses and Tecina Golf in La Gomera.
Now is the perfect time to catch up on last years circuit and to get your name down to play in 2010. Not only is that covered on the site, there is also a detailed guide to every course, and the facility to book rounds online, prices are shown at their latest rates and with details of any offers.
It’s not just about playing the game, but also following it, you can keep your eye on the ball by joining the social media groups at Twitter, Facebook and Flickr. At the moment the website is only in Spanish, but the English version is just striding up the fairway.
Proud days at Maria Garcia Estrada Memorial Tournament
January 9, 2010
For the record, Spanish professional golfer Pablo Larrazabal led the winning quartet in the 2010 Maria Garcia Estrada Memorial Pro Am tournament at Abama Golf, but there were so many winners as 134,000 euros was raised for the Maria Garcia Estrada Foundation.
This was the third running of the event to commemorate the life of Santa Cruz born Maria, who died of cancer in September 2005 at the age of 24. Top names from Spanish golf descended on Guia de Isora for the 2 day competition on 8th and 9th January as good company, good golf and a good cause all came together.
WINNERS
The winning team was led by Pablo Larrazabal and included Anton Brufau, Jose Carceller, and Demetrio Carceller. They finished on 51 shots, 4 better than the runners up, led by professional Eduardo de la Riva, Carmen Alonso, Jose Rodriquez, Gonzalo Fernadez-Castaño, and Carlos Rodiles, who all tied on 55 strokes.
Among the visiting players was Joan Laporta, President of Barcelona football club, he arrived a few days before his team were due to play CD Tenerife in Santa Cruz. He thoroughly enjoyed the competition and took the opportunity to get to know the family and friends of Maria Garcia Estrada, and learnt more about the work the foundation has been doing.
BIDDING FOR GLORY
The grand total of 134,000 euros raised, included 18,830 euros from a star studded auction held before the event. On offer were football shirts donated by Christian Ronaldo and Leo Messi, but the big money went on a signed Sergio Garcia golf bag 3,000 euros and a staggering 4,500 euros for the tennis shoes worn by Rafa Nadal in Spains recent Davis Cup triumph.
A big thanks must go to the main sponsors, Tenerife Tourism and Abama Golf Resort, as well as everyone who supported the event.
Sunset golf villas, to rent or buy in Tenerife
November 11, 2009
How would you like a luxury villa overlooking one of the most beautiful and serene golf courses in Tenerife? That’s just the start, the views go on for miles, across the Atlantic to the island of La Gomera, or you can look behind you and admire the majestic mountains of Adeje.
Tierra del Fuego, a well established Tenerife company, can make this become a reality, Sunset Golf Villas phase 2, is a series of 28 linked villas perched on the shoulder of Costa Adeje, one of most popular areas of Tenerife south. You can buy or rent, the options are flexible, but the quality and views remain constant.
Maybe you should arrange a viewing, you will be impressed, it’s a great time to buy, with prices at a very competitive level. Come and enjoy the best of all worlds, a quiet natural setting, but within easy access of the beaches, pleasure parks, and night life of Costa Adeje.
Golfers fish to raise charity cash
October 20, 2009
What could be better, a great days golf on one of Tenerife’s top courses, and knowing you are helping worthy local charities at the same time. Those are the dual attractions on offer at the Los Lagos course at Golf Costa Adeje on Sunday 25 October.
The 18 holes will be played for on the Stableford individual formula, and the entry fee is a bargain 35 euros including a buggy. Two good local causes will benefit from this sporting effort, F.I.S.H (Friends In Silencio Holidays) and the San Miguel Lions Club. It’s bound to be well attended but you may still be able to squeeze in by calling Keith on 649739098, happy golfing.
Jose is top Canarian professional in memorial event
October 20, 2009
Some 100 players flocked to Golf del Sur course on Sunday 18 October, to honour the memory of Jimmy Golding in the Canarian Professional Golfers Championship. It was a strong field, including a sprinkling of amateurs, in perfect conditions.
Jose Manuel Rodriguez, from Las Palmas, rose to the top of the pack to win, taking 207 shots, and there was a tie for second spot with Luis Claverie from the Club de Golf Tenerife, and Borja la Roche from El Corjito, coming home in 209 shots.
Felicity Johnson wins Tenerife Ladies Open
September 27, 2009
After a neck and neck struggle with Wales Becky Brewerton, 22 year old Felicity Johnson from Birmingham won her first tournament in a tense finish at Golf Costa Adeje.
For Felicity it was all about perseverance as she reeled her rival in, starting 3 shots behind she clinched the title at the 18th hole to finish on 274, 14 under par. It was more heartbreak for Becky, she also finished runner up in 2003 and 2004.
Felicity made a storming run on the final 2 days and a 5 metre putt at the 17th hole swung the advantage her way on the final run in. Bettina Hauert of Germany finished third and the top amateur was Mireia Prat of Spain.
The top trios scores over the 4 days were
- Felicity Johnson 69, 72, 66, 67 Total 274
- Becky Brewerton 66, 69, 69, 72 Total 276
- Bettina Hauert 69, 73, 67,72 Total 281
Speaking after her win, Felicity was full of praise for the course and her competitors, and was planning a big night out to celebrate, starting with Go Karting with her friends.
Tenerife Ladies Open from VKS on Vimeo.
Anja Monke, sets Tenerife Ladies Open pace
September 24, 2009
Golf Costa Adeje was buzzing today as the 2009 Tenerife Ladies Open got underway in perfect conditions. Among the favourites to head the final push for the title is Anja Monke from Germany. The 30 year old from Herford threw down the gauntlet with a 7 under par round, finished in style with a 50 metre chip at the 18th hole. Anja smile was still broad as she spoke to us.
How was your preperation?
I played in the Randstad Open in Arras near Paris last week, I was defending my title but had to settle for joint third. I drove back to Hannover, where I live now, for a few days and then flew in to Tenerife 4 days ago.
Are you happy with the Golf Costa Adeje course?
This is my third time on this course and I warmed up yesterday by teaming up with some German friends in the Pro Am event. I have also played at Abama, Buenavista and Golf del Sur in the past.
Were you pleased with todays first round?
Yes, I felt relaxed and that was a nice way to end the round. There are a lot of very good players here but I will give it my best and see what happens.
You can follow Anja and all of the other players on the official tournament site www.tenerifeladiesopen.com, Facebook Flickr and Twitter, or if your German is passable, pop into her own website www.anjamonke.com.
Anja Monke chips in on the 18th
Don’t forget that the Tenerife Ladies Open runs to the final on Sunday 27 September and is FREE to watch.
Links:
Ladies European Tour on Twitter
Photos on Flickr from the Tournament
Tenerife Golf Blog , Twitter, Facebook
Tenerife Ladies Open 2009
September 21, 2009
Growing in size and prestige every year, the Tenerife Ladies Open golf tournament 2009, returns to Golf Costa Adeje from September 24 to 27. It’s an exciting line up, England’s Rebecca Hudson (pic) is back to defend her title, won in a thrilling 3 hole play off with Anne Lise Caudal of France last year.Anne is also back, still smarting after missing out on the trophy and 45,000 euro cheque.
This years line up has a real international feel with 27 countries represented by 166 players. Some countries have just the one entrant, like Thailand, India, Korea and the Czech Republic. That international look will also be reflected in the visiting media, keen to relay play to all corners of the World.
It’s a modern course, and this year the coverage will be widely available on the internet through Facebook, Linked In and Hi5, plus the tournaments own detailed site.
