Thursday, April 11, 2024 The Masters – One Spectacular Week of Golf! There is so much out there that I do not need to say more. Watch or record history on SuperSport. Join us here for special events on and off the course. Can you beat Jeff? Enter the GolfChamps pool – general and St Francis Links! We all get excited … Read More
Quiz Night pleases another full house
Friday, April 05, 2024 Quiz Night pleases another full house 140 in attendance! The McNaughtons and the Nienabers hosted another incredible evening of fun with a great Quiz Night – with every category covered! Some questions separated the all-knowing to the unknowing. Thanks to all who participated and the official scorer, Graham Botha, and his able assistant Andrew Schlebusch! Easter Weekend From face painting to … Read More
The Black Knight plays our Jack Nicklaus Masterpiece!
Friday, March 29, 2024 The Black Knight plays our Jack Nicklaus Masterpiece! Gary Jim Player was born in Johannesburg on 1st November 1935. The first non-American to complete the career grand slam at the age of 29 – he is seen as one of the best golfers to have ever played the sport and one of South Africa’s best ever … Read More
The little Buckaroos!
Saturday, March 23, 2024 The little Buckaroos! How many bushbuck on the Links? A great effort by Sonny Janeke and Maggie Langlands. We all love our wildlife and I think the bushbuck have a special place in our hearts. Over the years we have seen them grow in confidence around human beings – they aren’t so quick to dash off … Read More
Goodbye POA (Poa-annua)
Friday, March 15, 2024 Goodbye POA (Poa-annua) Over the years, as a coastal course, poa-annua has become a dominant grass and has had negative impact on our course. The following is an educational report from our superintendent, Charl Blaauw. Our greens at St Francis are almost 85% poa and I feel it is important to know what we are dealing … Read More
Congratulations to SDC Champion Jordan Gumberg!
Friday, March 08, 2024 W.O.W. and WOW at the Links The SDC Championship …an inspirational speech. The thrill of Victory and the agony of Defeat. The SDC Championship featured top golf, plenty of drama and an emotional first-time winner in Jordan Gumberg, from America. The Professionals dealt with ever-changing wind conditions where the course played in two Easterlies, Thursday and Sunday, … Read More
The Boys are back in town!
Thursday, February 29, 2024 The Boys are back in town! It’s Wednesday, and Mother Nature has properly welcomed the SDC Championship Pro-Am guests! Thursday and Friday will also sort the boys out – but they can play! Join us for FREE to enjoy the best professional golfers in action! Follow us on our social media platforms to enjoy behind-the-scenes interaction … Read More
It’s Time!
Friday, February 23, 2024 It’s Time! The SDC Championship at St Francis Links 29 February – 3 March 2024 SPECTATOR ACCESS IS FREE Introduction to the SDC Championship We are so proud to be hosting the SDC Championship, a co-sanctioned event by the DP World Tour and the Sunshine Tour, staged here on your doorstep from 29 February to 3 … Read More
Our Growing Community
Friday, February 16, 2024 Our Growing Community Time and Dine was well supported! Last week, our new chairman Sakkie Burger opened our second quarterly Time & Dine evening and introduced all members of the Board! Jeff went through a series of slides addressing member ideas, concerns and support. With more than 150 residents in attendance, and great networking amongst each other, we … Read More
