LGC stages Memorial Golf Tourney in honour of the late Colin Ming

A Memorial Golf Tournament and a Celebration of Life Ceremony were held at the Lusignan Golf Club on Sunday April 11, 2021 to honour the life and contributions of the late Colin Ming, a former longstanding member of the club.
The day’s events commenced with a 9-hole golf tournament which began at 9am and saw the participation of approximately 20 golfers.
The tournament was won by Gavin Todd, who had a high score of 10 gross 43 net 33. Second place was won by Patrick Prashad with a high score of 5 gross 39 net 34, and third place was won by William Walker with a high score of 6 gross 40 net 34.

A count back was done between Prashad and Walker to determine their respective positions. The trophies were presented to the winners by the late Colin Ming’s three children.
The ceremony to honour Ming’s life took place shortly after the end of the tournament. That event was attended by some of the late golfer’s immediate family members.
Several glowing and touching tributes were made by members of Guyana’ golfing fraternity, including Club President Patanjilee Persaud, Vice President Paton George, Club Captain Patrick Prashad, and Ming’s longstanding friends, among whom were Brian Glasford, Troy Cadogan, Andre Cummings and Bryan Hackett.
Some funny, lighthearted stories were shared, which also added to the day’s special significance. A moment’s silence was also observed in Ming’s honour.
The day’s proceedings were chaired by the Club’s PRO, Anasha Ally.
Stanley Ming, brother of the late Colin Ming, offered a few words in response to all of the tributes paid to his brother. The morning was a fitting tribute to a fallen stalwart who had contributed enormously to sport in Guyana, and it left several attendees in awe of what a valued treasure Colin Ming had been to his family members and his peers.
A plaque was also unveiled in honour of the late Colin Ming, who had played a game of golf shortly before his passing.