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Sir Norman's family support for today's annual Wooden Spoon charity golf tournament

by isleofman.com 17th May 2011

 

 

SIR Norman Wisdom’s son and his wife are on the Isle of Man today to support the celebrity charity golf tournament named after the famous actor and comedian who lived in the Isle of Man for more than 20 years.

 

Nick Wisdom and his wife Kim flew in yesterday to be part of the annual Sir Norman Wisdom Wooden Spoon charity golf tournament which features celebrities from the worlds of sport, TV and showbusiness.

 

Castletown Golf Club plays host to the event once again with 18 teams of four competing in a fun event which is sponsored this year by Celton Manx.

 

The event has grown in popularity over the years and has raised many thousands of pounds for the charity which supports children’s causes.

 

This year the event is once again fully subscribed with 18 teams sponsored by a variety of local companies. Each team plays with one of the celebrities who also join them for dinner in the Palace Hotel.

 

Comedian Stan Boardman leads the list of celebrities which includes two newcomers - athletes Roger Black and Steve Backley.

 

Regular supporters of the event are also back on the Island, including footballers Andy Ritchie, David Johnston, Duncan McKenzie, Dean Windass and John Hendry.

 

Superbike and Moto GP rider Leon Haslam also returns for the event, as well as former rugby league star Frank Myler. Boxer John H Stracey also returns to support Wooden Spoon.

 

Showbusiness entertainers include Bernie Flint, Paul McCoy, Danny Roman and comedian Alan James.

 

The golf has a shotgun start at 12 noon and spectators are warmly invited to watch the golf and meet the celebrities. There is no admission fee.

 

 

Posted by isleofman.com
Tuesday 17th, May 2011 10:16pm.

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