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22/06/2026

🏌️‍♂️⛳ Golf Marathon Complete – 4 Rounds, 72 Holes, 43,895 Steps and £1,190 Raised! ⛳🏌️‍♂️

What a day!

My alarm went off ridiculously early for a 6am start at Kemnay Golf Club, and a huge thank you to Head Greenkeeper Phil for allowing me out before everyone else. There was something special about standing on the 1st tee watching the greenkeeping team cutting the fairways as the course woke up.

The first three rounds flew by at around 2 hours each, and I was motoring along nicely. On the 8th hole of Round 2, Alan Massie joined me and very kindly took on caddie duties, keeping me company for much of the challenge. Then, on the 8th hole of the final round, Becky took over the bag and guided me through the home stretch.

One of the unexpected highlights was the number of golfers who let me play through. Many stopped to ask what I was doing, and a few had seen the bloke in a kilt racing around the course! Some even asked for photos, which definitely made me feel more famous than I really am 😂. Even better, several people handed over cash donations there and then, which was incredibly generous.

A massive thank you to Kemnay Golf Club for helping raise awareness and supporting the challenge throughout the day.

In total, we raised £1,190 for Prostate Cancer UK. I don’t know exactly what that amount will fund, but I do know it helps support research, awareness and the fight against a disease that affects far too many men. If nothing else, if this challenge encourages even one person to get checked earlier, then it has been worthwhile.

So, to all the men reading this: please don’t put it off. Go and get checked.

The final numbers:
📍 72 holes
🚶 43,895 steps
📏 21.6 miles walked
🔥 4,352 calories burned
💰 £1,190 raised

Would I do it again? Absolutely.

Although I will admit it was perhaps not the ideal preparation for my Club Championship round the following day. My apologies to Gordon MacDonald, who had the pleasure of witnessing first-hand what 72 holes in a day does to a golfer’s swing! 😅

Thank you to everyone who donated, shared posts, offered encouragement, let me play through, stopped for a chat, or simply helped spread the message.

Together we’ve raised money, raised awareness, and hopefully encouraged a few more men to take their health seriously. 💙

19/06/2026

⭐And the Boss Man has done it!
72 holes, 4 rounds, 26 miles in 9.5 hours!
Well done Steven, time to go and enjoy your pint! ⭐
There's still time to donate to Prostate Cancer UK, please just follow the link:
https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/stevens-fundraising-page1044?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL__;!!CmiNeg!PPc9WpAeac5DCE9m-D6qaG1o2sPxDFoPjg-oPo6Ihw3YjdBqkCVONr-DxWtM7zKND9jLsRX7H2bVh8T3PzZR92idBgq-xho$

19/06/2026

Further update from Steven, on hole 58, 4th hole of the 4th round and getting a wee bitty tired now, but he's made amazing time. Come on Steven, you're nearly there! 🏌🏼⛳

19/06/2026

Update from Steven - He's cracking on, on the 8th hole of his 3rd round 👍🏼

19/06/2026

Steven is off to a flying start! He started at 6am and this was him checking in at 8.15am after his first round ⛳ Only 3 more rounds to go, you've got this Steven! 🏌🏼

18/06/2026

When the World Cup comes around, it’s only right that the office gets fully behind the occasion! With Scottish flags proudly on display and a competitive spirit in full flow, we decided to take a quick break from financial planning and put our football skills to the test.

A special mention goes to Emma, whose dribbling skills wouldn’t have looked out of place on the international stage! 👏⚽

As for Steven… let’s just say his attempt at a spectacular finish resulted in a slightly different kind of highlight reel. One ambitious shot later and a ceiling tile came crashing down! 😳😂

Thankfully, no injuries, no VAR reviews, and only minimal damage to office pride.

Sometimes it’s important to have a little fun, enjoy the team spirit, and embrace the excitement that major sporting events bring.

Who do you think has the best skills in the office? ⚽🏆

16/06/2026

⛳⛳ THE BIG GOLF RACE FOR PROSTATE CANCER UK ⛳⛳
ONLY 3 DAYS TO GO until Steven takes on The Big Golf Race in aid of Prostate Cancer UK.
His challenge is to do a Marathon, which consists of 4 rounds of golf, 72 holes, 26 miles in 1 day.
We all know how much Steven loves his golf but this is a fair challenge, even for him!
Help us wish Steven all the best for Friday and if anyone still wants to donate please just follow the link below.
GOOD LUCK STEVEN, YOU'VE GOT THIS! ⛳🏌️‍♂️⛳

https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/stevens-fundraising-page1044?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL__;!!CmiNeg!PPc9WpAeac5DCE9m-D6qaG1o2sPxDFoPjg-oPo6Ihw3YjdBqkCVONr-DxWtM7zKND9jLsRX7H2bVh8T3PzZR92idBgq-xho$

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

We’re a little excited for the World Cup 2026.

Come on Scotland! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

09/06/2026

Markets can move quickly, especially when global events dominate the headlines.

Recent weeks have seen investor sentiment improve, with major US markets reaching new highs despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding developments in the Middle East. At the same time, discussions around inflation, interest rates and energy prices continue to influence economic expectations.

One of the key reminders from recent market activity is that short-term events rarely tell the full story. While headlines can create uncertainty, long-term investing is often about staying focused on wider goals rather than reacting to day-to-day developments.

The latest updates have also highlighted how different economies can be affected in different ways. Factors such as energy dependence, industry composition and consumer spending patterns can all influence how markets respond to global events.

For those reviewing their finances, periods of uncertainty can provide a useful opportunity to revisit long-term plans, ensure savings and investments remain aligned with personal goals, and consider whether current arrangements are still suitable for future needs.

Understanding the bigger picture can help provide context during periods of market volatility.

Read more: https://www.mathieson-financial-services.co.uk/article/detail/sjpp/weekwatch-01-06-2026