27 players arrived on site for round 7 of the TN East 2023 schedule with bright sunny skies.
Island Pointe Golf Club in Kodak, Tn was in great shape with some of the best views of the Smoky Mountains and French Broad River.
Division 2 had several battles going on between Anthony Stout, Mike Wilkins and Mace Avison. Anthony had a two-shot lead after the opening 9 holes with a 37 one over par and Mace Avison with a 39 followed closely by Mike Wilkins. After the closing 9 holes Anthony was able to hang on for the win, carding a 1 over par 73 followed by Mike Wilkins 5 over par 77.
Division 3 was a knock down drag out the entire day between Michael Ridge and Joey Gasbarri. After the dust had settled both players were tied at 7 over par 79. Michael Ridge was able to pull off the win on the first playoff hole.
Division 4 Paul Harris continued his steady play and had control of the lead until some unfortunate mistakes coming down the stretch allowing Daniel England and Dale Dantzler to make a run with Daniel holding on with a 14 over par 86 holding off Dale Dantzler by one shot and taking home the hardware. Rodney Oden and Paul Harris were in a tie for 3rd.
Division 5 Robbie Carlton had a 3 shot lead after the front nine holes over Chip Kirkland. Chip Kirkland put in a great back nine trying to close the gap, but Robbie Carlton was able to hang on for the victory, carding an 18 over par 90.
SR NET This was a battle all day between Mike Wilkins and Anthony Stout. Coming down the stretch. Anthony Stout was able to make 2 birdies and pull off the victory.
TN EAST next event will be June 24th at Egwani Farms in Rockford, TN