THE SOUTH TEAMS

SELL SIDE

Phil Horton

1st tee Phil

Paul Faragher

The Postman

Gary Tuffield

Tuffers

Phil makes a welcome return to the annual golf shenanigans after a lawn bowls injury put him out for the season. Having listened to some Paul McKenna and Derren Brown, not only is Phil ready for the 1st tee shot, he is also a strong confident woman.

As host this year playing on his own course should help young Paul regain some of the form we have missed in recent encounters, putting him back where he belongs. Redelivery expected is in June - you better be in.

Having rolled back the years at last years event, Tuffers flew the flag for the silver haired contingent showing those 'generation whatever's' how to nudge it around without breaking into a sweat. Gary also thinks UK small caps are definitely worth a look.

Andy Gibb

Gibbo

David Barfoot

Dangerous

Ben Rumary

Chewbacca

With a few decent knocks on the cards, Gibbo has been cut to a 3 handicap. The remainder of the year will be played with a top flight ball, set of blades and a persimmon driver to nudge up that number before the 2026 edition.

A local lad that knows the course very well, Dangerous Dave should be a shoo-in for a point for the sell side. Got a lovely absolute return hedge fund replication product in the kit bag and will happily explain it on the back of a scorecard.

Ben has shown his disappointment at having to play on the second best golf course in Essex for the 2026 edition of the RDRder Cup. We look forward to Ben sporting some rival club merch on the day - two sizes smaller than last years.

Henry Jones

Henders

Jeremy Cunnew

PGIM Jez

Ryan Cosson

Better than Jenko

The mother in laws favourite is once again providing balance to the delinquents in the sell side. Lovely guy to partner with, especially with a smattering of net birdies over the card.

With a Masters in science, no doubt Jeremy will be calculating air density, atmospheric pressure and gravitational pull on those 2 foot putts. An ex rugby player that should have no problem with the initiation ceremony.

With Jenko continuing to climb the corporate ladder, Ryan has stepped into the breach and is a welcome addition to the sell side team. Unlike his predecessor, Ryan knows what a blue polo shirt is, so at least we'll know what side he is on.

Chris Elliot

Big Chris

George Moses

Gorgeous George

Gary Higgs

David Cameron

Having completed running, cycling and sales, Chris is focussing on getting his game in peak form for what he considers the 'trip up north'. I have assured Chris that we are just the same but with cheaper council tax and more Reform voters.

Making his debut for the sell side, George can normally be found crouched behind the wickets ready to stop, catch and stump his way to victory. Has been known to shout Howzat after every holed put and holds a finger up to defeated opponents.

Despite potentially being the Prime Minister this country needs, Lord Higgs continues to do his bit for the good folks at Liontrust. Can be found frequenting the trendy spots London or a top 100 course in Surrey.

BUY SIDE

David Winckler

James Harvey

Charlie Dixon

2 points from 2 in last years event, proved Dave's worth in the Buy side, but it wasn't enough to stop the Sell from retaining the trophy. A longest drive contender and a good bet for all time highest point scorer.

Unlike West Ham, James won a lot of matches this year and had a great run in the annual Double Top In The City darts championship. A steady hand from a West Ham fan is always better than a shaky one following Norwich City. See you next season!

The annual golf bash wouldn't be complete without a Harris / Dixon pairing. The 'Oli & Seve' of the industry are a must each year in the morning fourballs and could only be tamed last year by a rampant Higgs.

Harry Clancy

Matthew Fry

Peter Harris

Another debutant for the buy side to mix things up and provide a real challenge to the sell side dominance. A baptism of fire awaits as Harry takes on 'The Postman' in the morning fourballs.

Making his debut this year, Matt is a welcome addition to the buy side. As an ex professional footballer, Matt will be well prepared for the barrage of abuse on the 1st tee. The Sell side may also give Matt a bit of stick too.

Gary Player famously wore black as he claimed he drew energy from the sun. Pete is famously recognisable at distance for his green shorts. No one is sure how long the bet lasts for. A lovely natural putter of the ball with the traditional blade.

Andy Triggs

Elliott Frost

Henry Norton

Tuffield's nemesis makes a come back for the 2026 edition of the RDRder Cup. I suspect the afternoon draw will be a cracker once again as Triggsy looks to add to the points tally.

Having just completed the London Marathon, Elliott has the stamina for a day in the pressure cooker that is The RDRder Cup. Plays a bit and an unknown quantity, so one for the sell side to watch out for.

With some recent swing changes, new clubs and a close season opener against the Gresham House duo, Henry is ready to bring the pain to the sell side. Partnering an RDRder veteran in the morning fourballs will no doubt settle any nerves.

Nathan Delaney

Rupert Webb

Hamish Barton

Nathan is an expert at windy links, rolling fairways, fast greens, burnt wire like rough, dry hard fairways, tight sandy lies, running balls into greens and the Texas wedge. I don't think Nathan has played Thorndon Park.

The only golfer to have a hole in one in the history of the RDRder Cup, Rupert will now be working towards a nine darter at the annual Double Top event - that may take a little longer.

For a number of years now Hamish has proved himself in the scrum, in a ruck and has never been afraid to put up a challenge for the ball. The golf club secretary has put his membership on hold until his course etiquette improves.