It's been a case of seeing treble for golfers at the Essex Complex at Garon Park, Southend.

For no less than three captains have driven in at the Eastern Avenue club in the past week.

Leading the way in explosive fashion was men's skipper Howard Gipson who gave the watching crowds a shattering start to his year in office by using an exploding ball.

Ladies' captain Helen Wilson and senior leader David Torkington have both also begun their terms of office.

Published Thursday, January 9, 2003

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