Cumann Gailf Chloich Cheann Fhaola will celebrate 25 years officially open this week with events on at the club.
The ground on which the golf club is situated was overgrown until in May 1994 the local community set about developing a golf course on the land from Údarás na Gaeltachta.
Most of the work on the development of the new course was done on a voluntary basis by people who had never played golf.
Michael Doherty, golf professional and designer from Derry, designed the new 9 hole parkland course.
Cumann Gailf Chloich Cheann Fhaola was officially opened on 31 May 1997 by Peter O’ Hara, President of the Golfing Union of Ireland.
And this weekend the club will celebrate their 25th Anniversary with a range of events.
On Friday 27th there will be a 9 Hole Scramble at 6pm, contestants will need to arrive at 5.45 for the draw. Refreshments will be available after the competition.
On Saturday 28th, a Ryder Cup Challenge will take place between Falcarragh and Gortahork.
An Fál Carrach will be captained by Micheal Murray will Gort a Choirce will be led by Denis Coyle. 18 holes @ 2.30pm shotgun start.
If you would like to play on Saturday please text Sean on 087 6484855 by Thursday to confirm entry. This will be followed by presentation of prizes, a 25th Anniversary event, and music on Saturday evening from 7.30pm.
All Club Members & friends are welcome to the celebrations on Saturday evening.
Peter O Hara (GUI President with the late Enda McMonagle (1997 Club Captain)
The official opening of Cloughaneely Golf Club in May 1997.
GUI President Peter O Hara driving off from the first tee 31 May 1997.
Cloughaneely band at the official opening.
Golf Classic winners in 1997 (Ladies team).
The official opening of Cloughaneely Golf Club in May 1997.
Spectators watching on at the official opening of Cloughaneely Golf Club in May 1997.
