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72 year old female gold champion Violet Russ, at Whitewebbs Golf Course, Enfield
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72 year old female gold champion Violet Russ, at Whitewebbs Golf Course, Enfield
72 year old female gold champion Violet Russ, at Whitewebbs Golf Course, Enfield. Mrs Russ has been playing for 38 years, she is a former Civil servant School teacher, in 1970 she took 8 prizes. The prizes she won in 1970 were as follows, 1. Runner-up Winter Cup. 2. Lady Captains Prize - shooting stick. 3. Eclectic Prize. 4. Putting Prize. 5. England Ladies Golf Association Clubs Medal Round. 6. Ladies foursomes cup. 7. Ladies Singles Cup. 8. Foursomes prize at Brookmans Park. 12th January 1971
Malcolm McNeill
Daily Mirror
Mirrorpix
London
England
DM 71 274
Media ID 21906400
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Capturing the essence of a true champion, this print showcases 72-year-old female gold champion Violet Russ at Whitewebbs Golf Course in Enfield. With an impressive golfing career spanning 38 years, Mrs. Russ's dedication and skill are evident in her remarkable achievements. Before retiring as a civil servant school teacher, she made waves in the golfing world back in 1970 when she clinched eight prestigious prizes. Among her notable victories were being the runner-up for the Winter Cup and winning the Lady Captains Prize with a shooting stick. Her talent shone through as she triumphed in various categories such as Eclectic Prize, Putting Prize, England Ladies Golf Association Clubs Medal Round, Ladies Foursomes Cup, Ladies Singles Cup, and even securing the Foursomes prize at Brookmans Park. This snapshot from January 12th, 1971 takes us back to an era where women's participation in sports was still breaking barriers. Mrs. Russ stands tall as a trailblazer who defied societal norms and excelled on the green. Photographer Malcolm McNeill has expertly captured not only Mrs. Russ's passion for golf but also her unwavering determination that continues to inspire generations of aspiring athletes today.
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