Bender Golf Classic

On Sunday July 16th The Bender Golf Classic was born. This event has existed for the past few years but has never had such a catchy name. Every year the Benders (that’s the running group that also bikes, skis and curls) dust off their golf clubs (or rent some) and spend a few hours hitting a tiny white ball into a hole several hundred yards away. Of course this is followed up with a bbq and lots of drinks! A great mix of seasoned players and newbies who just come? Read more

Annual General Meeting aka BBQ Pool Party

The first official sign of summer happened this past weekend, I’m of course talking about the annual reading of the financial standing of The Brampton Benders. Nothing says summer like the itemization of revenues and expenses. Sun’s out…Balance sheets out! It looks like the Benders are still in the black, which is a surprise to no one as our latest and 80th member David joined to celebrate another fantastic year for the club. A group of 20+ members set off to get in their long slow run for the week? Read more

This Week – June 19th

 Have a look at this week’s practice runs (same as usual), and also the Events we are planning for July. Mark your calendars! This week: Tuesday – 6 km from Tim’s in Shoppers World – 6:45 Wed – Bramalea RR 10 km – 6:30 Thursday – Chris Gibson Rec Centre – 6:45 – 6 or 8 k Sunday – TBD – but probably 13 – 16 k July! Lots of Summer Events: July 7 (Friday evening) Bender RR night at Spot One with Al’s Band July 9 – The Bender? Read more