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John Dillon’s Attacking Spark at Chalgrave Manor

Attacking Spark
20 Jun 2026 Chalgrave Manor Round 1 Codicote FC Golf Day
John Dillon’s 40 Stableford points at Chalgrave Manor earned a tied top spot and, via countback, the Singles crown on a rolling course packed with challenge.
Stableford 40 Go to: Explore Gross 95 Go to: Card Handicap 27 Go to: Profile Position =1st Go to: Evidence Recognition 0 Go to: Cabinet Status Done Go to: Record
View card 95 gross | 40 pts
Round story

John Dillon Edges Past Challenge at Chalgrave Manor to Claim Singles Win

On a rolling, dogleg-rich layout near Toddington, Bedfordshire, John Dillon's 40 Stableford points — good enough for a tie at the top — clinched the Singles title on countback. High elevation changes and challeging holes tested their mettle throughout the Codicote FC Golf Day.

A costly 4-over on the 9th tested character, but quick recovery on the tricky 10th over water helped steady the card. Golf Day Results editorial insight

Victory Through Consistency and Countback Mastery

John Dillon didn’t just play Chalgrave Manor—they mastered it well enough to share the leading Stableford score of 40 points in a field of 24. With the Singles win decided on a countback over the last six holes, John’s steady approach to the testing back nine made the difference. Their performance was all the more impressive given a 27 handicap, yielding a score comfortably above expectation, with a 4-point surplus on the predicted 36 Stableford.

Chalgrave Manor’s Rolling Terrain: A Course That Demands Attention

Set in 150 acres of Bedfordshire’s gently rolling countryside, Chalgrave Manor offers an 18-hole par 72 course measuring just over 6,000 yards from the men's tees. With a significant 35-metre elevation change, undulating fairways, sloped greens, countless doglegs and water hazards on four holes, it’s a course that keeps ambitions grounded—and scorecards interesting. Holes like the formidable par-5 9th, one of England’s longest at 621 yards, and the picturesque yet tricky par-3 10th over water, make challenge and beauty go hand in hand.

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Navigating Highs and Lows: A Test of Character on Hole 9

Hole 9 proved the most formidable obstacle, as it often does, with John’s round including a painful 4-over-par 9 that offered no Stableford points. The length and demands of this hole underscore the endurance needed at Chalgrave Manor, where stamina and precision are at a premium. However, demonstrating commendable resilience, John bounced back immediately with two Stableford points on the watery, sloped green of the 10th, showing no signs of being fazed by the course’s formidable quirks.

Strong Front and Back Nine Show Balanced Play

John posted a balanced 20 Stableford points on each nine, managing to reach net par or better on an impressive 15 of 18 holes. A particularly sharp start across the opening three holes yielded 9 points, providing a foundation for their winning tally. Despite a testing middle stretch where points dipped, notably between holes 7 to 9, this high-handicap player not only weathered the challenge but exploited the relief holes to keep the card moving steadily along.

Key Holes That Kept John in Contention

Birdies on hole 2, where the sloped fairways synergised with John's approach, helped keep momentum. Consistent returns on holes 1, 4, 6, 14, 15, and 16, many of which feature sloped fairways demanding attentiveness, reflected a round of solid course management. While a few bogeys peppered the card—true to any enjoyable golf day—the haul of points at the difficult holes signified a player who knew how to keep afloat amidst the complexities of Chalgrave Manor’s rolling challenges.

A Round that Secured Multiple Wins for Group 5

John’s contribution didn’t just shine individually; it also helped Group 5 clinch victory in the Team 4 Ball competition, confirming their place at the top of the leaderboard in both singles and team formats at the Codicote FC Golf Day. Success wasn’t handed out lightly on a course that rewards both precision and perseverance, and John's performances underscored a versatile and valuable competitor throughout the day.

Reflecting on a Day of Golf and Friendly Rivalry

With the pro shop, dining facilities and scenic views making Chalgrave Manor a welcoming venue all year round, it’s clear the course delivers not only a stern test but also a memorable experience. John Dillon’s round mixed missteps with moments of clever play and determination, crafting a story of grit with a touch of grace. As summer golf days go, this one's one to file under satisfying — complete with a winner’s cheque boasting a satisfactory margin of skill over chance.

Moments Stats Full card
Turning points

The moments worth reading twice.

A short editorial cut of the round: the sparks, setbacks and finishes that gave the card its shape.

A costly 4-over on the 9th tested character, but quick recovery on the tricky 10th over water helped steady the card. GolfDay Results editorial insight
Hole 1
3 pts

Big points banked

A bogey shaped this chapter of the card. 3 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 1 is on undulating terrain that typifies the course's rolling countryside setting.

Par 4 Gross 5 3 Stableford
Hole 2
4 pts

Best points return

A birdie shaped this chapter of the card. 4 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 2 features sloped fairways consistent with the course's varied elevations.

Par 4 Gross 3 4 Stableford
Hole 4
3 pts

First par

A par shaped this chapter of the card. 3 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 4 is notable for its sloped greens and terrain, consistent with the course's rolling landscape.

Par 4 Gross 4 3 Stableford
Hole 6
3 pts

Big points banked

A bogey shaped this chapter of the card. 3 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 6 showcases sloped fairways and the course's natural rolling landscape.

Par 5 Gross 6 3 Stableford
Hole 9
0 pts

Stronger front nine

A 4 over par shaped this chapter of the card. the hole asked questions through The par-5 9th hole is one of the longest holes in England at 621 yards, providing a significant long-hole challenge and requiring power and accuracy to score well.; Focus on distance and positioning to handle the length. 0 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Length can test stamina and shot control.

Par 5 Gross 9 0 Stableford
Hole 10
2 pts

Big points banked

A par shaped this chapter of the card. 2 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 10 is played over water to a severely sloped green, demanding pinpoint accuracy.

Par 3 Gross 4 2 Stableford
Hole 14
3 pts

Big points banked

A bogey shaped this chapter of the card. 3 Stableford points kept the evidence honest. Hole 14 is a challenging par 4, featuring doglegs and sloped fairways demanding strategic shot placement.

Par 4 Gross 5 3 Stableford
Hole 18
2 pts

Round complete

40 points and 95 gross written into the record.

Par 4 Gross 6 2 Stableford
Round map

Explore the round hole by hole.

John’s journey through Chalgrave Manor reflected a steady front nine pace matched by resilience on the back nine, leading to a prize-winning score.

A round of highs and lows, John kept the scoreboard honest with consistent scoring on sloped fairways and undulating terrain. Hole-by-hole story
Selected hole context Hole 1

The card opened with something to build from.

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Round snapshot

John Dillon's card revealed.

The 40 points tied for the top of the field, with John's round highlighted by net pars on 15 holes and skillful navigation of the course’s toughest challenges.

Balancing birdies and bogeys, John’s round was a testament to the steady hand needed at Chalgrave Manor’s demanding layout. The round in focus
Stableford 40 Round total Gross 95 Round total Best moment Hole 2 Birdie · 4 pts Toughest test Hole 9 Triple+ Strongest stretch 1 holes at par or better Score mix 2 pars 9 bogeys · 6 doubles+
Against the field

How the card measured up.

John’s score ranked in the 100th percentile, placing them firmly atop a field of 24 with an above-average score by over 6 points.

Standing tall at the very peak of the leaderboard, John’s performance was a cut above the field’s average hustle. Seen against the field
John Dillon 40 Stableford points
Field average 33.6 +6.4 vs field
Winner 40 Best score in the field
Finish =1st of 24 players · Tied with 2 other players on points.
Median 35 Middle of the field
Field standing 40+ =1st of 24
Round outcome

What the card changed.

The resolved competition positions, field size and tie-break notes attached to this card.

— Singles Singles — — Team 4 Ball (best 2 per hole, par 3 all score) Singles · Group 5 —
Recognition earned

Recognition earned.

The prizes, podiums and markers that turned this card into something worth keeping.

No recognitions were recorded for this card.
Round evidence

The evidence behind the story.

Charts clearly show John's consistent scoring spikes, recovery from setbacks, and strong final placing secured via countback.

Data confirms John’s steady scoring and resilience, proving deserving holder of both Singles and Team 4 Ball titles here. The proof behind the story
Stableford trend John Dillon vs field average
John Dillon Field average Competition hole
Final 40 pts Field avg 33.6 Winning mark 40

Stableford points steadily climbed with early birdies and steady mid-round bouncebacks.

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Gross against course par Cumulative
Gross Course par Field gross Competition hole
95 gross +23 vs par Course par 72

A challenging 9th hole spiked gross score, but overall stable net par performances were maintained.

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Position after every hole Whole field through each hole
Start to finish =1st final place 24 player field

Consistent placement kept John near the top, culminating in a tied lead at the close.

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Evidence verdict This round demonstrated that consistent golf and quick recovery at Chalgrave Manor are prize-winning qualities.

Momentum dipped around hole 9 but rebounded swiftly, exemplifying mental fortitude.

Round discoveries
The full card

The full official record.

John’s card, hole by hole: par, SI, gross score, Stableford points and competition markers in one official record.

Official scorecard

John Dillon · Round 1

Chalgrave Manor · 20 Jun 2026

John Dillon Playing off 27
Score40Stableford pts
Finish=1stof 24
ThroughComplete
Round95gross
Round total Tap any hole score to open the Hole Explorer. Use the view controls to compare the card with the group or field.
Field ordered by
Pos Photo Player HCP Through Pts Gross Out In 1 Par 4 · SI 8 2 Par 4 · SI 12 3 Par 5 · SI 18 4 Par 4 · SI 10 5 Par 3 · SI 16 6 Par 5 · SI 4 7 Par 3 · SI 14 8 Par 5 · SI 6 9 Par 5 · SI 2 10 Par 3 · SI 15 11 Par 4 · SI 5 12 Par 4 · SI 1 13 Par 3 · SI 13 14 Par 4 · SI 3 15 Par 4 · SI 9 16 Par 3 · SI 17 17 Par 5 · SI 11 18 Par 4 · SI 7
=1st =11th John Dillon
John Dillon This card
27 18 40 95 2049 gross 2046 gross
Shots received Total shots 27 ------- 2 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 1 2
Net score Per-hole net ------- 3 2 5 3 3 4 4 5 7 3 5 4 3 3 3 2 5 4
Gross through Total gross 95 ------- 5 8 14 18 22 28 33 40 49 53 60 66 70 75 80 83 89 95
Points through Total points 40 ------- 3 7 9 12 14 17 18 20 20 22 23 25 27 30 33 36 38 40
Position after hole Field position ------- =1st→ 1st→ 1st→ 1st→ 1st→ 1st→ 1st→ =1st→ =6th↓ =6th→ =7th↓ =8th↓ =7th↑ =3rd↑ =2nd↑ =2nd→ =2nd→ =1st↑
=1st 1st AG Aaron Gentle
Aaron Gentle View card
5 18 40 73 2236 gross 1837 gross
=1st 13th JR John Roddy
John Roddy View card
28 18 40 96 2248 gross 1848 gross
4th 10th J Jim
Jim View card
24 18 38 94 2246 gross 1648 gross
5th 9th JR John Reynolds
John Reynolds View card
22 18 37 93 1552 gross 2241 gross
=6th =16th C Craig
Craig View card
28 18 36 102 1753 gross 1949 gross
=6th 4th Gal
Gal View card
14 18 36 86 2043 gross 1643 gross
=6th =2nd DR Dave Reynolds
Dave Reynolds View card
12 18 36 84 1943 gross 1741 gross
=6th 14th A Adam
Adam View card
26 18 36 98 1851 gross 1847 gross
=6th =7th G Gareth
Gareth View card
20 18 36 92 1947 gross 1745 gross
=6th =7th MR Matt Richards
Matt Richards View card
20 18 36 92 2046 gross 1646 gross
=12th =11th J Jason
Jason View card
19 18 35 95 1946 gross 1649 gross
=12th 15th L Louis
Louis View card
28 18 35 101 2347 gross 1254 gross
=14th =16th Dave
Dave View card
28 18 34 102 2050 gross 1452 gross
=14th =2nd AG Aaron Grey
Aaron Grey View card
10 18 34 84 2140 gross 1344 gross
=16th =5th D Drew
Drew View card
14 18 32 90 1647 gross 1643 gross
=16th =5th C Chris
Chris View card
14 18 32 90 1647 gross 1643 gross
=18th 22nd L Lewis
Lewis View card
36 18 31 113 1658 gross 1555 gross
=18th 18th M Mike
Mike View card
25 18 31 103 1356 gross 1847 gross
=20th 20th I Ian
Ian View card
28 18 29 107 1258 gross 1749 gross
=20th 21st F Frank
Frank View card
28 18 29 109 1457 gross 1552 gross
22nd 19th DD Dave Ditcher
Dave Ditcher View card
22 18 28 105 1652 gross 1253 gross
23rd 23rd A Anthony
Anthony View card
33 18 27 115 1755 gross 1060 gross
24th 24th O Oliver
Oliver View card
36 18 18 128 1361 gross 567 gross
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