TWO golfers swung into action to organise a Birchwood golfing tradition.

Mary Rigby, the lady captain for Birchwood Golf Club, held her drive-in competition on March 24 while Alan Simpson, who is the male captain for the club, hosted his celebration one week later on April 1.

Families, guests and competitors gathered for both celebrations.

Mary, who retired three years ago after working for more than 30 years in social housing, has been a member of the club for 10 years.

Alan, who retired from his career as a civil engineering manager in June 2014, joined Birchwood in 1986.

He had plenty of reasons to celebrate after winning the first men’s competition of the season with his son-in-law Dan.