Pro Installer May 2016 - Issue 38 | Page 46

46 MAY 2016 PRO INSTALLER PRO SPORT www.proinstaller.co.uk CLEARVIEW THROWS DOWN GOLF CHALLENGE The directors of Clearview Group are keen golfers - and have thrown down a golf challenge to other companies in the industry with a chance to win a great prize. Directors Steve Sidebottom and Rob Exley are inviting competitors to play a four-ball at a venue of their choice or take a trip to the Clearview home course, Silkstone Golf Club in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, to put their golfing skills to the test. Steve said: “Every month we will cover the matches in both Clearview and Pro Installer magazines – and if you beat us then we add a full page for your company at no cost. What have you got to lose?” The idea came about following a Clearview golf challenge at Worksop Golf Club, Nottinghamshire. Steve and Rob took on Chris Bailey and Dave Stockwell from Business Micros – the company which provides world class software solutions for the window and door industry. The four golfers met for a match play competition at Worksop, home course of golf legend Lee Westwood. Lee is one of the few golfers who has won tournaments on five continents, and in 2010 he became the world number one golfer, ending the reign of Tiger Woods. On the day of the Clearview competition, the match teed off at 10.30am with Business Micros receiving seven shots From Clearview. Conditions were tricky including sun, rain and wind, with the course layout featuring tight fairways and dog legs. A par at the first got Clearview ahead but this was quickly overhauled as Business Micros went two up after seven holes. Clearview pegged them back to all square then moved ahead after a run of pars and a birdie. Clearview was now two up with four to play, surely only a matter of time? Chris and Dave then moved into overdrive with pars at 15 and 16, so all to play for over the final two holes. The 17th was parred by Rob for Clearview leaving Dave a four-footer for a half - it lipped out so Clearview was dormie. The final hole was a tricky par 3, 170 yards. Both Business Micros’ tee shots were left of the green, while Clearview tee shots were on the green but a long BUSINESS MICROS way from the hole. Chris played a nice chip to five feet, Steve putted up to three feet - could Chris hole the putt to put the pressure on? No, unfortunately it missed. Steve knocked in the par putt and the result was two up to Clearview. A great game going to the final green in a smattering of hailstones. Then to the 19th for post match discussion and beverages. Steve said: “Our thanks to Business Micros for their company and competitiveness – a return match at Silkstone Golf Club to be advised.” Dave Stockwell from Business Micros said: “Chris and myself were excit ed to be playing a prestigious course while under pressure to perform in this challenge match with Clearview. The game started well enough and from our perspective we were just about holding our own. It all came down to the final two holes. “All in all a very enjoyable day with great company and hopefully something that can become a regular fixture.” Companies who want to take Clearview up on its golf challenge should email [email protected] or call 01226 321450. Contact us today to organise a date and time. Business Micros began in the IT industry in 1979 and concentrated its energies on developing market leading software for all levels of manufacturer. Initially supplying to the aluminium market, the company created a reputation for quality of product, service and price. It continued to adapt through the 1980s and 1990s as PVCu began to take market share, creating more options for manufacturers and incorporating greater flexibility into the Business Micros product range. During this period the company saw rapid growth and became firmly established as a software house. The real renaissance came in recent years with the ground-breaking Evolution software and EvoNET tracking and management systems. With three locations across the UK - head office in Dumfriesshire - and over 30 employees, Business Micros’ investment in the industry pays off year after year. Internationally the business is now active in the Asia Pacific region and has developed strong relationships in the Australian and New Zealand markets. www.businessmicros.co.uk