AS Andrew Kirkman’s eyes wandered over the names of previous winners of the Toro North Coast Amateur, a look of satisfaction came across his face.
Kirkman had just won the prestigious event for a third consecutive year.
A feat unmatched in the tournament’s long history.
“It’s pretty special really thinking that I’m probably the only one and could potentially be the only person to ever do it. A big feat,” Kirkman said.
After shooting 5-under on the first day to lead local challenger Billy Flanagan by three strokes after 18 holes, the South West Rocks right-hander kept it simple on Sunday by aiming for a high percentage of fairways hit to ensure he didn’t let the lead slip.
“The driver hasn’t been friendly the last few weeks, a month so there’s no point hitting it in the trees when you’ve got a 3-iron that goes on the fairway most of the time,” he said.
After 36 holes Kirkman finished with a 4-under134 ahead of a number of Coffs Harbour members.
Flanagan was seven strokes behind Kirkman with Cameron Pollard and Logan Toms a further shot back in a tie for third.
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