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Jim’s Round Story at Chalgrave Manor

Round Story
20 Jun 2026 Chalgrave Manor Round 1 Codicote FC Golf Day
Jim's 38-point round at Chalgrave Manor showcased a savvy approach to this scenic yet demanding parkland course, highlighting steady climbs and tactical play through elevation and doglegs.
Stableford 38 Go to: Explore Gross 94 Go to: Card Handicap 24 Go to: Profile Position 4th Go to: Evidence Recognition 0 Go to: Cabinet Status Done Go to: Record
View card 94 gross | 38 pts
Round story

Jim Navigates Chalgrave Manor’s Uphill Battle to Secure a Strong Fourth Place

In the challenging parkland of Chalgrave Manor, Jim’s round of 38 Stableford points over 18 holes saw strategic climbs, steep slopes, and a few tricky doglegs negotiated with wry resilience and sharp wit.

Jim’s climb from 9th to 4th place after Hole 6 was sparked by a stellar three-hole run on the risk-reward doglegs, setting the tone for a resilient and tactical final nine. Golf Day Results editorial insight

A Scenic Challenge Demanding More Than Just Power

Chalgrave Manor, a modern course known for its scenic parkland character, welcomed Jim with a stern test of golf. From the elevation changes that nibble away at your distance, to the strategic doglegs funneling shots into thoughtful placement, it demands respect. Greens and fairways sloped like they’d rather your ball took the scenic route, and water lurked on four holes, silently daring a misjudged shot.

Navigating such a layout requires precision and strategy, qualities Jim quickly realised, as the uphill opener set the tone — extra club in the bag, hugging that left edge, and the gain of a lonely Stableford point to start the day.

Momentum Swings and Tactical Bounce-backs

Early on, after a modest start, Jim bounced back emphatically on Hole 2, a relatively straightforward par four with a small bunker poised to catch the unwary. Hitting the fairway's left side and showing impeccable control, Jim walked away with a solid three Stableford points and a five-place leap up the leaderboard.

Midway through the round, the risk-and-reward nature of holes 6 through 8 played perfectly into Jim’s hands. Favoring the left side on sweeping doglegs and taking the bold lines that Chalgrave encourages, this stretch yielded the best three-hole haul of the day with nine points. A par on the tricky uphill dogleg of Hole 6 was the standout, slyly keeping the card honest while the course’s slopes tested many.

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The Trials of the Toughest Stretches

Not all was smooth sailing. The daunting trio of holes 9 to 11 proved a stern test, with only four points earned from this chapter. The longest hole on the course, Hole 9, asked questions of power and precision — a bogey kept the damage to a minimum while staying disciplined against the tempting but punishing line.

The infamous Hole 11, a tricky dogleg with a multi-tiered green, saw a rare lapse as the scorecard recorded a four-over-par and no Stableford points. But Jim’s resilience shone through by clawing back nicely on Hole 12 — the course's toughest challenge where accuracy over the dogleg and uphill approach was essential — earning three solid points and a climb back up the positions.

Course Features and Fine Margins Played to Jim’s Advantage

Precision was the name of the game at Chalgrave, and Jim demonstrated a keen eye for course management. The downhill par-3 on Hole 16, with its tricky bunker and slopes, yielded a welcome three points after a par, showing Jim’s confidence in navigating hazards and controlling the ball.

Strategic positioning on undulating fairways paid dividends, too. Hole 17’s side slopes and uphill lies demanded smart play, and Jim’s three points there reflected an adeptness at reading the course’s subtle nuances as well as its bigger challenges like the sweeping dogleg that finished the round.

A Round of Quiet Resolve and Tactical Pace

Jim’s round was a measured dance with Chalgrave’s tricky layout, punctuated by thoughtful risk-reward plays and steady recovery from the course’s sharper teeth. Finishing tied for fourth place out of a field of 24, and well above the average Stableford total, it was a round that balanced ambition with judicious caution.

With a final tally of 94 gross strokes and 38 Stableford points, this round reflected the clever navigation of a demanding course rather than sheer shotmaking bravado. It was a performance seasoned with dry wit and a steady hand, perfectly at home on a course where strategy often outshines brute force.

Moments Stats Full card
Turning points

The moments worth reading twice.

Jim turned the card into a 4th place finish in Overall Stableford.

Jim’s climb from 9th to 4th place after Hole 6 was sparked by a stellar three-hole run on the risk-reward doglegs, setting the tone for a resilient and tactical final nine. GolfDay Results editorial insight
Hole 1
1 pts

Kept the card moving

Jim wrestled with the elevated, dogleg-left opener—a tough hole where elevation nibbles yardage and a blocked approach from the right demands strategy. The resulting single Stableford point set a patient tone for the round.

Par 4 Gross 6 1 Stableford
Hole 2
3 pts

First par

After the opening challenge, Jim struck back with a par on the fairly straightforward second hole. Careful aiming left of the fairway and avoiding the right-side bunker rewarded with three Stableford points and a jump up the leaderboard.

Par 4 Gross 4 3 Stableford
Hole 6
4 pts

Best points return

On the sweeping left-hand dogleg, Jim’s bold yet measured play earned a par and four points. Navigating slopes that tempt shots right into rough, favoring the left side off the tee was a decisive move that boosted momentum.

Par 5 Gross 5 4 Stableford
Hole 9
3 pts

Stronger front nine

Though this longest hole tested both power and placement, Jim’s bogey and three Stableford points held firm against the course’s toughest demands, reflecting smart decision-making through sloping fairways and tight green entry.

Par 5 Gross 6 3 Stableford
Hole 11
0 pts

A test of character

This tricky tee shot and multi-tiered green took its toll with a four-over-par and no points. However, the setback was met with determination that showed in the following holes, underscoring Jim’s resilience.

Par 4 Gross 8 0 Stableford
Hole 12
3 pts

Big points banked

Jim responded strongly on the course’s hardest hole, combining accuracy off the tee and a solid uphill approach to score three points, climbing back up the leaderboard and tempering the previous hole’s woes.

Par 4 Gross 5 3 Stableford
Hole 16
3 pts

Best scoring run

2 holes in a row at par or better, from hole 16 to 17.

Par 3 Gross 3 3 Stableford
Hole 18
2 pts

Round complete

38 points and 94 gross written into the record.

Par 4 Gross 5 2 Stableford
Round map

Explore the round hole by hole.

Jim’s 18-hole journey at Chalgrave Manor revealed a player adept at reading slopes and hazards, turning sharp moments into stable points and managing the tricky doglegs with flair.

A round marked by thoughtful strategy, Jim steadied the ship after early challenges to claim a strong position amid a crowded field. Hole-by-hole story
Selected hole context Hole 1

The opener introduced the challenge ahead.

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Round snapshot

Jim's card revealed.

Stable at heart, Jim’s scorecard blends impressive recoveries, smart navigation of tricky holes, and a final tally that points to careful course management.

Jim's steady accumulation of points, particularly on key risk-reward holes, made the difference in sealing a solid finish at Chalgrave Manor. The round in focus
Stableford 38 Round total Gross 94 Round total Best moment Hole 6 Par · 4 pts Toughest test Hole 11 Triple+ Strongest stretch 2 holes at par or better Score mix 4 pars 9 bogeys · 5 doubles+
Against the field

How the card measured up.

Finishing tied for fourth in a competitive field of 24, Jim’s 38 points sit comfortably above the average and show a commendable blend of resilience and tactical nous.

A top-four finish speaks volumes in a field where precision and patience often trump raw power—Jim delivered both with aplomb. Seen against the field
Jim 38 Stableford points
Field average 33.6 +4.4 vs field
Winner 40 Best score in the field
Finish 4th of 24 players
Median 35 Middle of the field
Field standing 40+ 4th of 24
Round outcome

What the card changed.

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

4th Overall Stableford Overall · 4th of 24 38 pts +4.4 vs avg
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.

Charting Jim’s rise and occasional slip through Stableford points, net scores against par, and movement on the leaderboard tells a story of grit, calculation, and adapting to Chalgrave’s notable elevation and hazards.

The evidence confirms Jim’s measured approach: climbing steadily with well-timed surges and navigating the course’s challenges to maintain a solid final standing. The proof behind the story
Stableford trend Jim vs field average
Jim Field average Competition hole
Final 38 pts Field avg 33.6 Winning mark 40

Stableford points highlight steady progression punctuated by strategic high-scoring streaks on dogleg holes.

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Gross against course par Cumulative
Gross Course par Field gross Competition hole
94 gross +22 vs par Course par 72

Gross scores show resilience against course difficulty, with a few costly moments balanced by steady pars and key recoveries.

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Position after every hole Whole field through each hole
Start to finish 4th final place 24 player field

Position movement charts Jim’s climb through the field, notably leaping five places twice, illustrating tactical gains.

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Evidence verdict Jim’s round at Chalgrave Manor was a textbook example of strategic golf: steady progress, smart course management, and resilience against the course’s varied challenges.

Moments of momentum coincide with three-hole stretches on risk-reward doglegs, pivotal in shaping the round’s narrative.

Round discoveries
The full card

The full official record.

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

Official scorecard

Jim · Round 1

Chalgrave Manor · 20 Jun 2026

J Jim Playing off 24
Score38Stableford pts
Finish4thof 24
ThroughComplete
Round94gross
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 View card
27 18 40 95 2049 gross 2046 gross
=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 This card
24 18 38 94 2246 gross 1648 gross
Shots received Total shots 24 ------- 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 2 2 1 2 2 1 2 1 1 1 1
Net score Per-hole net ------- 5 3 5 4 3 3 3 4 4 4 6 3 4 5 4 2 4 4
Gross through Total gross 94 ------- 6 10 16 21 25 30 34 40 46 51 59 64 69 76 81 84 89 94
Points through Total points 38 ------- 1 4 6 8 10 14 16 19 22 23 23 26 27 28 30 33 36 38
Position after hole Field position ------- =11th→ =6th↑ =6th→ =9th↓ =9th→ =4th↑ =2nd↑ =3rd↓ =2nd↑ =3rd↓ =7th↓ =5th↑ =7th↓ =9th↓ =10th↓ =6th↑ 4th↑ 4th→
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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