It was Lady Captain’s week and what a great week we have had on the course and in the clubhouse.
There was the Lady and Gent’s Captain’s prizes to the Juveniles on Thursday. There were 40 juveniles taking part in the competitions and there was some great scoring.
Well done to one and all who took part. And thanks to all the parents that assisted on the evening. Then we had the scramble on Friday and there was a great turnout of both young and old on a beautiful evening. Mal Johnson was ready with the barbeque when the golfers were finished. And the burgers were so good most people had two. Well done Mal.
Then on Saturday it was Cheryl’s Lady Captain’s prize day here at the club and on behalf of the Gent’s committee I would like to congratulate Cheryl on a most enjoyable sequence of competitions over the past week. Lady Captain’s Day was a tremendous success and a fitting reward for her tremendous work on behalf of the club throughout the year. Congratulations also to Deborah Moore on winning this prestigious event at the very first attempt. There was a huge turnout on the day and the weather was fantastic. We were very lucky as it had rained heavily in neighbouring towns. The attention to detail by Cheryl was second to none and the clubhouse looked fabulous. The food was fantastic and the music during the day and night kept everyone entertained.
Results:
Lady Captain Results Saturday 9th August 2014
1st Deborah Moore 41pts
2nd Karen McCormick 40pts
Gross Maggie Foy 26pts
3rd Margaret Roarty 39pts
4th Rosie Agnew 38pts
5th Lyn McOwan 37pts
9s Sandra McGinley 20pts & Siobhan Bogues 21pts
Student Amy & Rachel
Lady Guest Rosanne Logue 37pts
14 Hole Gretta Sweeney 23pts
Past Captain Margaret Witherow 37pts
Committee Olivia Moore 37pts
Non Qual. Margaret McKee 38pts
Longest Drive Natalie Cummings
Nearest the pin Rosie Agnew
CSS 36pts
Lady Captain’s Prize to Gents Sat 9th August,
1st Colin Higgs 40pts
2nd Brendan Kelly 39pts
Gross Keith Lapsley 34 pts
3rd Willie Wilkin 39pts
9’s Paul Smyth 20pts & Chris Marriott 22pts
CSS 37 pts
Monday sees the start of Captain’s week and once again on behalf of all our members I would like to wish Captain Gerald every success. During his tenure as Captain we have witnessed growth in all aspects of life here at the club. The course is in the best shape it has ever been, membership is up quite substantially, and in the clubhouse the bar and kitchen are proving extremely popular with members and visitors alike. All of this increased activity has had a very positive effect on our finances, so if this momentum can be maintained we are on track for a very successful year. The feel good factor which currently exists within the club can be attributed in no small measure to the leadership shown by our Captain. His drive, energy and attention to detail are absolutely incredible while his “can do” attitude seems to bring out the best in those around him. It has been an absolute pleasure to have worked alongside such an enthusiastic, dedicated and forward thinking Captain so let us all give him the support he so richly deserves up to and including his big day on Saturday. Lets hope the weather is as kind to Gerald during the week and especially next Saturday. The full list of competitions for the week is listed below. Let’s try and play as many of the competitions during the week and visit the clubhouse as there should be a great atmosphere in the clubhouse all week.
As it is Men’s Captain’s weekend, the scramble will be 18 holes. You have to register before 4pm on Friday with the Shotgun Start at 4.30pm.
The competitions are as follows:
Competitions this coming week:
• Tuesday 12th August Men’s Captain’s prize to the Ladies
• Wednesday 13th August Open Singles Stableford
• Thursday 14th August Captain’s mixed Foursomes
• Friday 15th August 18 hole scramble register by 4pm for 4.30pm start
• Saturday 16th August Men’s Captain Prize
• Sunday 17th August 4BBB any combination
As everyone that has been in the clubhouse over the weekend would have seen, we have posters up which mention the Ryder cup Weekend. This will be launched on the Caravanner’s weekend. You have been warned to make sure to have the 26th-28th of September free as it promises to be a great weekend. All details will be announced on the Caravanner’s weekend. The timesheet is up for the Caravanner’s classic, so get your name down on the timesheet as soon as possible.
Juvenile notes;
What a busy week it has been for the juvenile members. It started with the main event of the year the Captains Prize and a large turnout taking to the fairways. The best golf was played by Kyle Mc Garvey who followed up last years major win in the Presidents Prize to lift the Captains Prize with a little bit to spare. Two majors in two years, Kyle is now chasing Rory. In second place was James Sweeney with Conor Gallagher filling third place. In the Cadet section Ben Smyth led the way with Hugh Burke in second and Ciaran Moore fresh from his recent success in the Foyle Cup taking third.
Sarah Sweeney came out on top in the Girls section with Danielle Mullan second and Rachael Dolan third. It was great to see many girls out on the course.
The normal Saturday morning competition was a very close affair with a 2 hole play off need to decide the winner with James Sweeney just getting the better of Conor Hanna. In the Cadets Eoin Bonner played great golf to take first from Ben Smyth.
There will be no competition next Saturday morning due the Captains Prize taking place, we will contact members re the next competition date.
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