Carol Beeley and Paula Burns
Ranchette Putters kicked off the new year in high style, transforming a lively afternoon luncheon into a festive celebration honoring leadership, service, and standout performances on the green. The event marked the official welcome of the incoming board members while offering heartfelt thanks to the 2025 board for their dedication and hard work over the past year. Included in the festivities were our wonderful sponsors and representatives from the pro shop, whose ongoing support helps make each season a success.
With attendance at full capacity, the energy in the room was as lively as a sudden-death playoff. Guests mingled over lunch, listened to a touching poem from our own Marilyn Heasley, and looked ahead to a fresh year of friendly competition and community.
A highlight of the afternoon was the raffle, which featured an impressive array of prizes—most notably an incredible 10 (yes, 10) brand-new putters that had everyone eagerly watching their ticket numbers. Cheers and laughter erupted with each winning draw, underscoring the club’s spirit of fun and camaraderie.
The celebration also provided a special moment to recognize and thank the outgoing 2025 board, while officially introducing the new 2026 leadership team.
2025 Board
* President: Vickie Thomson
* President Elect: Andrea Cothran
* Events Chair: Marilyn Heasley
* Secretary: Linda Daubers
* Membership Chair: Evie Falk
* Treasurer: Karen Lambert
* Statisticians: Beth Wilson and Sandy Johnson
New 2026 Board
* President: Andrea Cothran
* President Elect: Bridget Hunsinger
* Events Chair: Terri Menning
* Secretary: Joyce Cox
* Treasurer: Kerry Marrer
* Membership Chair: Amy Rhoades
* Statisticians: Sandy Buonarigo and Lore Weimer
The afternoon also shined a spotlight on excellence, as the 2025 Annual Award winners were recognized for their outstanding play and consistency throughout the year.
Annual Award Winners for 2025
Gross Average Awards
* Roadrunner of the Year (Lowest gross average putting for the year): Linda Noble – 35.43
* Second Lowest Gross Average Putting for the Year: Norma Tanner – 36.52
* Third Lowest Gross Average Putting for the Year: Nancy Tagge – 36.53
Net Average Awards
* Lowest Net Average Putting for the Year: Evie Falk – 37.15
* Second Lowest Net Average Putting for the Year: Karen Walser – 37.55
* Third Lowest Net Average Putting for the Year: Evelyn Silver – 37.57
Miscellaneous Awards
* Most Holes-in-One (Full-time Putter): Linda Noble – 119 holes-in-one
* Most Holes-in-One (Part-time Putter): Norma Tanner – 76 holes-in-one
* Best Attendance (42 out of 43 weeks): Gillian Cook, Linda Noble, Evelyn Silver, Beth Wilson
From honoring leaders to celebrating champions, the Ranchette Putters luncheon was a fitting tribute to a year well played—and an inspiring launchpad for the season ahead.