HISTORY OF DOROTHY SMITH VETERAN'S EVENT
This event was inaugurated in 1973 and was named for Mrs Dorothy
Leonard‑ Smith who was Secretary of the SWDGA for 12 years; one of the
first delegates to the SWDGA representing Torquay; a past president of
Torquay Golf Club; was instrumental in drawing up the first constitution
of the Association and also was responsible for the design of the René
Austin brooch.
Dorothy Smith was the first Life Member of the SWDGA; Dorothy was a very
knowledgeable lady willing to assist anyone at any time.
In 1987 a Senior Veteran's Section was added to this event and has
proved most popular throughout the district.
Dorothy was always very proud to be associated with this event, she died
in 1990.