2025 Säntis Cup – A Perfect Day for Golf and Fun

The 2025 Säntis Cup was played under picture-perfect weather at the beautiful Riviera Country Club’s Couples Course. The scenic fairways and tricky, ondulating greens tested every player’s skill — except, it seemed, for our Overall Champion Nick Fisher, who delivered an impressive 42 Stableford points to claim the top spot!

1st Runner-Up honors went to Bill Cammack with 37 points, who also captured the Low Gross title. 2nd Runner-Up was Peter Gassner, finishing strong with 34 points.

Special awards went to:

🏆 Longest Drive: Iain McGlen

🏌️ Longest Putt: Iain McGlen (double winner!)

🎯 Closest to the Pin: Sebastien Carrozza

🌸 Guest Champion: Cathy Neish

The day concluded in true Säntis fashion — with laughter, great food, and wonderful company. A big THANK YOU to our generous host Werner Berger, who treated everyone to an outstanding dinner and awards celebration at his very own Säntis Silang restaurant. The food and wines were, as always, nothing short of amazing. 🍷⛳

2025 Gerald’s Cup – Washed Out, but Not Wasted!

The 2025 Gerald’s Cup began under picture-perfect skies — blue, sunny, and full of promise. By the time the first flight reached the 12th tee, though, the heavens opened, and torrential rain turned fairways into rivers! 🌧️

Play was suspended (and so were a few spirits), but golfers are a resilient breed — the players simply traded wedges for wine glasses. The evening carried on with great food, laughter, and plenty of stories at the resort’s Italian restaurant.

A HUGE THANK YOU to our ever-gracious host, Gerald Egasse, for keeping everyone smiling despite the weather. After all, a little rain never stopped a great party! 🍷⛳

🏌️‍♀️ Carroza Triumph at 2025 Santa Elena Cup

🌤 Sunshine, Perfect Greens… and a Little Marital Drama

Thirty-six players teed it up at the immaculate Santa Elena Golf & Country Club, which is already sprucing itself up for an upcoming LIV Golf event. The weather was flawless, the fairways perfect—and the competition delightfully cutthroat.

🏆 Tournament Highlights

Overall Champion: Rebecca Carozza – 43 Stableford Points (out-dueling her own husband Sebastien on countback. Happy ride home, Seb?)

Runner-Up: Sebastien Carozza (couch reserved just in case)

3rd Place: Luciano Zanirato (proved that accuracy really does pay off)

Low Gross: Joey Magcalyao (as usual, steady as a metronome—does this man ever miss?)

Guest Champion: Tim Walker (proof that guests can indeed crash the party)

Longest Drive: Rens Koekenbier (rumor has it the ball still hasn’t landed)

Most Accurate Drive: Luciano Zanirato (a straight shooter in more ways than one)

🍽 Buffet Brilliance & Fine Wine

Post-round, players were rewarded with Santa Elena’s legendary buffet and top-shelf wines

🙏 Special Thanks

A massive THANK YOU to Jesper, the mastermind who made the magic happen, and to Kurt and Steve, our heroic tee-time wranglers.

🏌️‍♂️ Peter Kane wins Summit Point Golf Tournament

The Summit Point Golf Tournament took place at the renowned Summit Point Golf Course. Known for its unique design—featuring replicas of some of the world’s most iconic golf holes—Summit Point once again lived up to its reputation as one of the most fascinating venues in the region.

Although forecasts predicted a gloomy and rainy day, participants were treated to surprisingly cooperative weather. Apart from just a few scattered drops of rain, the skies held up, allowing players to fully enjoy the tournament without disruption.

One of the highlights of Summit Point is its remarkable course layout. Golf enthusiasts were thrilled to experience holes inspired by legendary golf courses worldwide. Each fairway and green offered not just a sporting challenge but also a chance to relive golfing history—making the tournament as much about appreciation of the game as competition.

Celebration at the Clubhouse

Following the last putt, players and guests gathered at the clubhouse for the after-golf festivities. The atmosphere was warm and lively, with conversations flowing as easily as the wine. Guests enjoyed a great selection of food and drinks, making the evening as memorable as the day’s play. It was the perfect way to round off the tournament

Winners:

🏆 Overall Champion: Kane Peter
🥈 2nd Place: Jesper Jensen
🥉 3rd Place: Joey Magcalyao
🎖 Guest Champion: Wilson
🎯 Most Accurate Drive: Jerry Stehmeyer
💥 Longest Drive: Joey Magcalyao
⛳ Closest to the Pin: Peter Burrett
🥇 Low Gross: Joey Magcalyao

🏆 Inhaye Ham Trims the Competition at the David’s Salon Cup – With Style, Swagger, and 44 STPs!

Stop the presses and put down your putters — Inhaye Ham has done it again! The reigning 2023 champion showed up to the 2024 David’s Salon Cup and gave the leaderboard a fresh cut, carding a jaw-dropping 44 STPs and winning by a clean 6-stroke margin.

In second place, we had Martin Kleger coming in with a solid 38 STPs — a score that would usually win, just not when Inhaye’s on the course channeling her inner Tiger. Third was Nilo Punzalan holding back Peter Kunz on count back with 37 STPs each.

💥 Low Gross honors went yet again to Joey Macalyao — for the third time this season. At this point, we’re considering renaming it the “Joey Gross Cup.”

In the Guest Division, Brendan Murphey emerged victorious. John Hravey nailed Closest to the Pin. Paul Carpio took Most Accurate Drive and Ian McGlen blasted the Longest Drive, likely causing turbulence for a passing drone.

🌤️ Course & Celebration Notes

The course was in fine shape, just like many of the players, and despite a few dramatic raindrops near the end, the weather mostly cooperated (thank you, golf gods). As tradition dictates, awarding and after-golf festivities were held at Säntis Silang, where great food and flowing drinks worked their magic, loosening swings and inhibitions alike.

A huge thank you goes out to our fabulous host, Bill Cammack, who managed to supervise the entire event… from Australia! Talk about remote management — or as we call it now, “Caddie from the Cloud.”

Until next time, keep your swing smooth, your drinks cold, and your jokes worse than your putting. See you on the green!

🏆 Haricel Pfisterer Wins Inaugural Talisay Garden Café Cup!

The first-ever Talisay Garden Café Cup made a spectacular debut at the scenic Sun Valley Golf Club in Antipolo, offering golfers not just pristine fairways and perfect weather, but a brand-new trophy to chase—and a party worth playing for.

In a plot twist no one saw coming (but everyone secretly hoped for), Haricel Pfisterer not only hosted the event but also won it, keeping the Overall Champion Trophy firmly on home turf with a commanding 40 Stableford Points. A true champion’s move—host the event, win the trophy, and throw the after-party at your own café. Respect.

Just one point behind, Inhye Ham delivered an equally stellar performance with 39 points, making it a proud women’s one-two finish. Steve Lawrence completed the top trio with a solid 37 points, clearly saving some energy for his multiple other wins that day.

🏌️‍♂️ Tournament Highlights:

Low Gross: Steve Lawrence
Guest Champion: Peter Kunz
Most Accurate Drive: Steve Lawrence (yes, again)
Longest Drive: Jacqueline Calnea (some say the ball is still rolling…)
Closest to the Pin: Luciano Zanrirato (so close, the hole blushed)

🍽️ A Celebration to Remember

The post-golf festivities took place at the beautiful Talisay Garden Café, owned and lovingly operated by none other than our champion herself, Haricel Pfisterer, and partner Jomi Pegler.

Guests were treated to an evening of excellent food, warm hospitality, and an atmosphere so relaxing even the most frustrated putters forgot their missed birdies.

Big thanks to our hosts and all the players who made this new tournament an instant favorite. With great golf, fantastic food, and a double-winning host, the Talisay Garden Café Cup has officially set the bar high—for both the leaderboard and the buffet table.

We can’t wait to see you all again next year!

German Club Cup April 16

Jesper Jensen Sizzles to Victory at This Year’s German Club Cup

Braving a heatwave that could fry an egg on the greens, Jesper Jensen strutted his way to victory in this year’s German Club Cup. With temperatures soaring, humidity thick enough to chew, and more trees than a national park, the course was anything but forgiving. The fairways were… let’s call them “creative,” but at least the greens lived up to their name—green.

Unfazed by the sauna-like conditions, Jesper was the only player to match his handicap, racking up 36 Stableford points like a man on a mission (or maybe just chasing the buffet line). Did we mention he did it all while being the undisputed style icon of the day? Seriously, the man makes sweating look chic.

Hot on his designer-clad heels was Alexander Pearson, finishing just one point behind with 35 STPs. Klaus Steven, Rebecca Carozza, and Bill Bocksthaler all tied at 34, but Klaus edged them out in a count back—because golf loves a little drama.

Other honorable mentions:

Low Gross Legend: Bob Horan
Ladies Champion: Rebecca Carozza
Closest to the Pin (a.k.a. surgical precision): Klaus Steven
Most Accurate Drive (yes, we measured): Kurt Wendt
Longest Drive (and probably longest walk): Jesper Jensen (again!)

The celebration teed off at the German Club, our generous sponsor, where a buffet fit for a king was served, and the wine flowed like someone was trying to lower our swing speeds retroactively. Laughter, toasts, and golf stories (some of which may have actually happened) filled the air.

Massive thanks to the German Club for hosting a fabulous tournament. Let’s do it again—but maybe with a breeze next time?

CUP - MARCH 28, 2025

BERND JÜCKMANN DOMINATES AAI CUP WITH 8-STROKE VICTORY

The AAI Cup took place at The Country Club on March 28, 2025, with the course in immaculate condition—lush fairways and lightning-fast greens provided a formidable challenge. However, one player stood out: Bernd Jückmann, who delivered an outstanding performance, scoring an incredible 38 Stableford Points!

Bernd clinched the title with an 8-STP lead, finishing ahead of Jomi Pegler (30 STP) and Joey Magcalyao (29 STP).

Meanwhile, Joey Magcalyao secured the Low Gross Honors with an impressive 86, mastering the demanding course.

Additional Results:

🏆 Ladies Champion: Ulrike Steven

🏆 Guest Champion: Arnold Brizuela

💪 Longest Drive: Jesper Jensen

🎯 Most Accurate Drive: John Alvarez

🎯 Closest to the Pin: Stefan Vogt

The awarding ceremony took place on the terrace of The Country Club, where guests enjoyed a delicious buffet lunch. A heartfelt thank you goes to Rico and Arnold Brizuela, as well as Gilbert Reyes from AAI Worldwide Logistics, for hosting this fantastic event in such a unique and memorable setting.

A big THANK YOU to Manfred Rode for making the arrangements at the club and for making this event possible!

Sekt oder Selters Cup - Feb 2025
A Toast to Golf and Good Times!

Under near-perfect weather conditions, the Sekt oder Selters Cup took center stage at the Ayala Greenfield Golf Course, where golf skills were tested, champagne (Sekt) was popped, and good times flowed as freely as the drinks! 🍾⛳

Our generous host, Klaus Koppenhöfer, made sure that no glass (or spirit) was left empty, and a live band kept spirits high well beyond the final putt.

As always, Greenfield’s greens were flawless, but the seasonal winds had other plans, making for some tricky shot-making. Still, Dr. Tschangiz Scheybani, our reigning annual champion, proved once again that he thrives under pressure, clinching victory with 35 Stableford Points. Jerry Stehmeier (34 STP) took runner-up honors—for the second consecutive tournament (talk about consistency!). Gerhard Kropp also scored 34 points, securing third place after a countback. A tightly packed leaderboard saw five players finishing with 33 points.

In the special awards:

🏆 Low Gross: Joey Magcalyao (82) – precision at its finest!

💪 Longest Drive: Bob Sarangay – a rocket off the tee!

🎯 Most Accurate Drive: Steve Lawrence – straight as an arrow!

🎯 Closest to the Pin: Jomi Pegler – dialed in!

A huge THANK YOU to our host and generous sponsor, Klaus Koppenhöfer, whose fresh ideas and hospitality took this tournament to the next level. Kudos, Klaus! 👏👏

Until next time—may your drives be long, your putts be true, and your glass never empty! 🍾🏌️‍♂️

Rolf Dunder wins Payreto Cup

Only player who bettered his handicap

The 2025 Payreto Cup kicked off the 41st season of the German Club Golf Circuit in style. The tournament was played on the challenging Canlubang North Course under near-perfect weather conditions. The course was in excellent shape, with fresh sand added to most bunkers. Designed by the legendary Trent Jones Jr., the course lived up to its reputation as a true championship test.

Rolf Dunder, playing off a 31 handicap, delivered an outstanding performance with 37 STP’s, securing first place and outscoring Jerry Stehmeier and Ulrike Steven, who both scored 35 STP’s to claim second and third, respectively. Ulrike also earned the Ladies Champion title.

Kurt Wendt proved his resilience by winning Low Gross honors with an 85 on the windy North Course. Marion Monsalve was crowned Guest Champion.

Special awards were celebrated as well: James Jo claimed Longest Drive, Joey Magcalyao achieved Most Accurate Drive, and Nearest to the Pin went to Josef Kral and Bob Sarangay.

A heartfelt thank-you to Dr. Tschangiz Scheybani and Payreto for sponsoring this fantastic event. The post-tournament festivities at the Canlubang Clubhouse were a highlight, featuring an array of delicious food and fine wines.