Van Ross Shootout Tournament Recap

During the Van Ross Shootout Tournament our guests stayed at the luxurious Pezula Nature Retreat, with Round 1 being played at the internationally acclaimed Pezula Championship Golf Couse, whilst during Round 2 we played at one of the country’s oldest, most characterful and cherished golf clubs, the Knysna Golf Course, and our Final Round was played at one of Africa’s premiere golfing destinations, the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course – the Simola Golf Course. Although the tournament took place in the middle of the summer, unpleasant rainy weather conditions impacted on play, but fortunately the spirit of the golfers remained high and everyone enjoyed the tournament, especially with the hospitality provided by Management and Staff of the Pezula Nature Retreat.

Tournament Highlights

Round 1 @ Pezula – BB Stableford, won by Clive Gallienne & Jackie Scott on 43 Points
Round 2 @ Knysna – Combined Stableford, won by Graham & Michelle Gibbons on 72 Points
Round 3 @ Simola – Alt. Combined Stableford, won by Charles & Jenny Hulley on 50 Points.

Nearest the Pin & Longest Drive Winners

Nearest the Pin Winners – Graham Gibbons, Hennie Smit, Riaan Liebenberg, Joanne van Rooyen, Gordon Ross, Pete Taylor, Elsabe Hoal, Jenny Hulley, & Cheryl Murphy.
Longest Drive Winners – Nicci Taylor, Riaan Liebenberg, & Clive Gallienne.

Overall Tournament Winners
Tournament Champions – Pete & Nicci Taylor
Champion L Golfer – Nicci Taylor with an average 76 Net
Champion M Golfer – Clive Gallienne with an average 75 Net
Best Gross – Clive Gallienne with an average 77 Gross

Thank You & Appreciation

We extend our gratitude to all contestants, loyal sponsors, and the Pezula Nature Retreat team for their exceptional service, magnificent facilities and hospitality. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to the 2026 Van Ross Shootout in November 2026.

The Editor – Van Ross Golf Tours