Topic: Golf
30 youngsters hit it off in Digicel Junior Golf Series
Brothers Justin and Andy Hastings topped the leader board in the Boys 18 Hole White Tees and the Boys 18 Hole Red Tees, respectively,...
Two Caymanian golfers head to top international tournament
Michael Wight and Andrew Jarvis are representing Cayman this week at the Latin America Amateur Championship at the renowned Pete Dye course “Teeth of the Dog,” part of the Casa De Campo resort in the Dominican Republic.
Cayman Cookout: Stylish epicurean weekend approaches
The Cayman Cookout is back on Thursday, Jan. 14 so get your tickets now before all the events sell out.
Junior golf finished 2015 in style at overseas tournaments
Seven of the island's young golfers, ranging in age from 7 to 12, took part in international golf tournaments in the United States at the end of December.
Premier’s New Year’s message 2016
Fellow Caymanians, residents and guests; Happy New Year.
A month-by-month roundup of Cayman’s 2015 news stories
Top stories of 2015 in the Cayman Islands
Top stories of 2015: Dart's grand plans change Cayman landscape
The current and future plans of the Dart group continued to alter Cayman’s landscape in significant ways in 2015.
Cayman's top sporting events draw enthusiastic crowds
A look at some of Cayman's most popular sporting events of 2015.
Ironwood commits to hiring locals
The developers behind the planned Ironwood golf resort have committed to a target of hiring a workforce of mostly Caymanian employees as part of a duty concessions agreement with government.
Ironwood moving forward, no road deal
The $365 million Ironwood golf resort project will move forward without a final agreement on a highway extension previously viewed as a deal breaker for the development.
Ironwood will seek planning approval early next year for phase one of the resort, featuring retirement homes for affluent baby boomers situated around an Arnold Palmer-designed PGA Championship golf course.
Beem sets high bar at pro-am
Former PGA Championship winner Rich Beem shot six-under-par over 36 holes to triumph at the Cayman Islands Golf Invitational on Saturday.
Golf resort now apartment complex
First sold to investors as a luxury housing development around a golf course, a long-discussed project near Rum Point has gone through another metamorphosis as it works its way through the planning process.
Rolling out the Kimpton carpet for One Young World
The opening of Dart's Kimpton Seafire Resort in late 2016 foreshadows a much-needed renaissance in Cayman's lagging mid-level to upscale tourism room inventory.
Jingle Bell Run brings a different kind of Christmas cheer
More than 300 walkers, runners and volunteers came out for some Christmas fun and exercise for a good cause at the 13th annual Cayman Islands Crisis Centre Jingle Bell Run.
Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell, Jingle Bell Walk!
Get your Santa hat on and join in the Jingle Bell Walk/Run this Sunday at the Holiday Inn Resort.
Golf stars swing in for pro-am
Former world number one David Duval and fellow major winner Rich Beem feature in a star-studded lineup for the Cayman Islands Golf Invitational at the North Sound Club this weekend.
New registration and licensing center set to open in January
The Department of Vehicle and Drivers’ Licensing will start offering inspection, registration and drivers’ licensing to more conveniently service Grand Cayman’s eastern districts starting in January.
Junior Golf Series winds up until January
Thirty golfers took part in the third of six rounds of the Digicel Junior Golf Series at North Sound Golf Club on Dec. 6.
Family ties confirm strong bonds as tournament proves a big hit
North Sound Golf Club hosted the annual Cayman Islands Golf Association Pairs Tournament on Saturday, and there was a record turnout for an association event.
Dart, government confirm highway expansion deal
The Esterley Tibbetts highway will be expanded to four lanes along the full length of the route within the next 18 months after government and developer Dart Realty confirmed they had finalized the outstanding details of the National Roads Authority agreement.
The deal also involves the US$14.6 million purchase by the Dart group of the Dragon Bay lands on the North Sound.
Parry sees new-look Sunset rising
Sunset Football Club used to be widely seen as a team for mostly British ex-pats who enjoyed the social aspects of the sport rather than having a competitive edge.
Juniors teed up in numbers
North Sound Golf Club hosted the second round of the Digicel Junior Golf Series on Sunday and there was an encouraging turnout.
Norwegian businessman killed in boating accident
Norwegian businessman and philanthropist Erik Henriksen was killed Monday in a boating accident in the North Sound.
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Festivites kick-off Friday, Nov. 6 on Cayman Brac and culminate on Saturday, Nov. 28 on Little Cayman.
Time to grow your ‘tache for MOvember
Put down that razor! There's still lots of time left to grow your MO for MOvember and raise funds for the Cayman Islands Cancer Society.
Junior series tees off
Digicel are sponsoring a monthly tournament series for junior golfers to gain experience playing regular tournaments.
Ross is President's Trophy champ
The North Sound Golf Club hosted the annual President’s Trophy on Oct. 10, with 68 golfers taking part in three divisions.
Business in brief
Red Cross raises $56,000 with golf tournament; Campbells announces scholarship recipients; Pan-American Life celebrates launch; Samson & McGrath’s Trevor Burke admitted to Cayman Bar; Extended hours for business licensing; Fidelity Bank Bahamas appoints new chairman.
Jan's leap into flag is paying off
The thriving flag football scene welcomed Tyanna Jan into its fold this season, and the Trinidadian speedster immediately made a huge impact.
Volkwyn is as dedicated as a pro
If anyone wants to find Matthew “Sticks” Volkwyn, all they have to do is follow his weekly sporting schedule because he is so devoted to getting in his sessions that he rarely misses one.
Jarvis and McLean are champs
The weather rescheduled final round of the Junior Golf Championships was played at North Sound Golf Club last Sunday with 30 young golfers playing in various categories.
Peene has leaped to the fore
There are some exceptional gymnasts emerging from the celebrated Motions Unlimited gym, and Sami Peene shines as brightly as her teammates.
Jarvis is perfectly teed up for academy life
Golfing prodigy Andrew Jarvis headed off to Florida last week to follow his dream of becoming a pro.
Weekend warriors bounce back
The summer break is over for Cayman athletes as vacations come to an end and schools reopen. The weekend warriors are primed for another epic series of races up to December.
Business in brief
A roundup of local business briefs.
McKinney came here to be sporty
Cayman is the ideal place to indulge in sporting activity, which is partly why Jennifer McKinney ended up living here in the first place.
Tee time for Cayman Islands Junior Golf Championship
The junior golf scene has flourished in the past year, which is why there will be more than 30 playing in the Cayman Islands Junior Golf Championship this weekend.
Legislature clears way for two developments
The Legislative Assembly approved two changes to the 1997 Development Plan on Wednesday, clearing the way for the Gran Palazzo condo project on North Sound and a new commercial development on the Linford Pierson Highway.
Golf resort aims for 2018 tee-off
A second golf course has been added to the plans for the proposed Ironwood resort, with the development’s project manager now predicting a 2018 opening date.
PwC newcomers edge out Appleby
The 2015 North Sound Golf Club Summer Corporate League wrapped up Friday night and PwC edged out defending champions Appleby to take home the trophy.
Flashy Nation's superheroes generate funds for special needs
Flashy Nation Sports Club donated $640 to the Special Needs Foundation Cayman following its successful third annual New Day 5k road run.
Hastings, 11, impresses against world's finest
Justin Hastings, who is only 11 years old, is getting plenty of golf experience for someone so young.
Ross finds the right swing
The Cayman golf team made a good showing at the Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships which were held in Jamaica over the weekend.
Writer: Improve SMB by removing jet skis and dogs, adding police
Frequent visitor suggests how to make Seven Mile Beach even better.
Teed up for Montego Bay
The Caribbean Amateur Golf Championships begin on Tuesday and run until Friday in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Larner grabs double silver this time
When Derek Larner formed the Middle Distance Running Club five years ago to teach talented youngsters, he thought his track career was over - yet last weekend, aged 51, he won two silver medals at a masters meet to prove the veteran legs are not completely gone yet.
Hastings, 11, teed up impressively
Five young players competed in St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands last week to represent Cayman in the annual Caribbean Amateur Junior Golf Championships and did exceptionally well.
Arsenic testing under way, doubt cast on poison claim
Researchers from the Pan American Health Organization have taken samples from at least three members of Frank Sound’s Powell family and are scheduling others, while also testing neighbors, plants, cattle and soil for arsenic poisoning.
Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman makes 'World's Best' list
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, has been named one of the best hotels in the Caribbean by Travel and Leisure magazine on its 2015 “World’s Best” list.
Kids teed up to get swinging
Cayman kids get a taste of golf.
More medals for Cayman Islands
Cayman has so far won 23 medals in the Island Games in Jersey.
Island Games teams announced
Cayman announces its Island Games teams to compete in Jersey from June 27 to July 3.
Summer activities for Cayman's pre-teens
An overview of some of the multitude of summer camps available for young children in Cayman.
Teed up to swing for medals
Cayman’s Island Games golf team is raring to compete on the two fine courses in Jersey next week.
Splash of medals expected at Island Games
The Cayman Islands swim team for the Island Games next month will be a strong one.
Keegan buzz kicks in
Sunset Football Club’s annual fundraiser is guaranteed to be well attended because the star guest is former England captain and manager Kevin Keegan.
Prizes above par at Caribbean Classic tourney
A group of 20 Cayman Islands golfers took part in the annual Caribbean Classic golf tournament which this year was held at the newly revamped Trump Doral Resort in Miami.
Online poll: Much improved grades for Progressives
The People’s Progressive Movement-led government has made a dramatic improvement over the last eight months in the eyes of the populace, according to the results of a caymancompass.com online poll.
Golf cart race drags in funds for charities
The “Great Race for Grace” raised more than US$63,000 to support Feed Our Future and the Frances Bodden Girls Home on Sunday.
Tourism development boom highlighted
Citing seven new multi-million dollar hotel and tourism projects in the works, Tourism Minister Moses Kirkconnell told legislators “investor confidence” is returning to the Cayman Islands.
Golf carts race for charities
Kirk Supermarket’s parking lot on Sunday will be the site of golf cart races to raise money for and promote awareness of two local charities.
Kiwanis celebrating 40th anniversary
The Kiwanis are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.
The last of the great Wanderers
He’s the most successful footballer on Grand Cayman and the scorer of one of the best goals ever seen at England’s famous Wembley stadium. But few in Cayman know the name Sam Smyth, let alone his story. Mr. Smyth, a Northern Irishman who has lived in the Cayman Islands for six years with his daughter, realtor Sheena Conolly, is the last surviving member of the great Wolverhampton Wanderers team that won the FA Cup in 1949. Mr. Smyth scored the winning goal in front of 98,920 spectators, dribbling the ball from the halfway line before smashing it into the net to secure a 3-1 win against Leicester City. Now, at 90 years old, the memories are starting to fade.
Junior golfers take drive, chip and putt skills challenge
More than 30 junior golfers swarmed the practice ground and 18th hole of the North Sound Golf Club on Sunday to take part in the Cayman Islands Golf Association “Drive, Chip and Putt Skills Challenge.”
Chaloner can't slow down
Mark Chaloner was once ranked No. 7 in the world at squash and two decades on although now semi-retired from competition, the Cayman national coach and head coach at the South Sound Squash Club is still immersed in the sport he loves.
Widmer tees up for more success
Samantha Widmer is the queen of Cayman golf, having won her eighth national title last week.
At 28 Widmer is consistently improving and could go on dominating the local scene for years if she remains focused.
All teed up
Cayman golfers have another schedule at North Sound Golf Club this weekend.
Blue Tip drive may see Benz celebrant
The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman will host its fourth annual Blue Tip Invitational golf tournament next month.
Online poll: Food and wine the most interesting lifestyle topic
The majority of respondents to a Cayman Compass online poll find food and wine the most interesting lifestyle topic.
Ross swirls to title despite wind
Local golfers of all ages and abilities battled it out for supremacy at the North Sound Golf Club over the weekend.
Island Championships teed up
The Cayman Islands Golf Association flagship event, the Island Championships, takes place this weekend at the North Sound Golf Club.
