Report/Results May 26th
We were blessed with another warm and sunny day in Castle Barna for our monthly medal competition.
It is every golfers wish to win a medal so there was a big field playing. The course was in great condition in particular the greens with the pin positions on the difficult side as would be expected.
It was Rathangan man Michael Brereton (67nett) winner all white, setting the early pace with his very bright orange tee shirt intimidating his opponents. We are sure that Michael will change his colours for next Saturday in Croke Park where he will be donning the white of Kildare as they do battle with the Faithful.
The wily Seanie Geoghegan, like all good race horses is timing his form to a tee, also bringing in a score of 67 nett, which would be well capable of winning any Captains prize.
The best gross score came from Brian McCormack Jnr (72) with 2nd gross going to Derek Hannon (74). There were other fine scores where the veteran himself Michael Lennon (67nett) after a late start took 3rd nett and 4th nett went to Niall Smyth.
It was Junior Captain Lee O'Meara (68nett) that won the junior prize. Captain Brian had a good day and was part of 3 ball that were going well but fell at the final hurdle. The collapse was due to a late night in Kilclonfert dancing around a May Pole with a certain Mr Scally, will these lads ever learn.
Well done to all the winners and check the fixtures book for the next presentation night to collect your prizes.
Castle Barna Golf Club Monthly Medal Competition.
May 26th 2013.
1st Nett Michael Brereton (4) - 67 nett cb.
2nd Nett Seanie Geoghegan (12) 67 nett.
1st Gross Brian McCormack Jnr (1) - 72 Gross.
2nd Gross Derek Hannon (2) - 74 Gross.
3rd Nett Michael Lennon (17) - 67 Nett.
4th Nett Niall Smyth (14) - 68 Nett.
Junior Winner - Lee O' Meara (5) - 68 Nett.
Thursday 23rd May 18 Hole Single Stableford Open.
Carmel Scally (23) - 38pts B9
Gareth Mann (6) - 38pts.
Thursday 23rd May 9 Hole Single Stableford.
1st Liam Scally (14) 21pts CB.
2nd Damien Cunningham (16) - 21pts.
3rd Brian McCormack Snr - (16) - 21pts.
Golf Matters
The Junior Cup.
The team travelled to north Kildare for this competition to Moyvalley golf club on what was a glorious day. The conditions were good and manager Derek Hannon was dishing out the orders. Though our lads tried hard, however we were to fall short as lady luck abandoned us again. Many thanks to all involved for their efforts.
The Pierce Purcell.
The Pierce Purcell team made their way to Edenderry Golf Club last Sunday, under the guidance of Manager Ger Peyton. Fielding a very experience team the lads battled hard but were to come up short on the day. Many thanks must go to Ger for his efforts and to Captain Brian and Vice Captain Jimmy for supporting the team. A gallant effort by all concerned but sadly it was not to be our day.
Castle Barna Golf Club Results/Reports.
The Dermot Hall Menswear Edenderry Fourball.
A very good turnout for the final sunday of open week with strong winds and rain for the players to deal with it was always going to be tough. It was the Cleary brothers that were coping best and won out on the day with a very decent score of 48 pts. Close on their heels were and only beaten after a countback the dynamic duo of Dave O' Connel and Terry O' Neill. The presentation took place at 8.30pm and Captains Brian and Phil thanked all attending and a special word of thanks to all the sponsors.
Dermot Hall Fourball 12/05/2013.
Winners - Thomas Cleary (10) and David Cleary (14) - 48pts - CB on 6.
2nd - Dave O'Connell (10) and Terry O'Neill (13) - 48pts.
3rd - David Milner (11) and Paul Devine (8) - 40pts - B9.
Results for Open Week.
Monday 6th May - 18 hole Single Stableford.
1st - Artur Geszczak (18) - 44pts.
2nd - Joe Joslin (12) - 42pts.
3rd - Gary O' Riordan (10) - 39pts.
Tuesday 7th May - 3 Ball Team Event.
Sponsored by - Colgan Sports Portarlington.
1st Capt- Brian McCormack/Eileen Wynne/Liam Scally - 60.7 nett.
2nd - Hugh Twomey/Noel Comerford/Terry O' Neill - 62 nett.
Wednesday 8th May Mixed Scotch Foursomes.
Sponsored by Genesis Mullingar.
1st - Caroline Curran/Michael Caffery
2nd - Joe Cuskelly/Mary Fogarty.
Thursday 9th May Single Stableford 18 holes.
Sponsored by John Connolly Autos.
1st - Alan Graham (22) - 43pts.
2nd - Brian McCormack Jnr (1) - 41pts.
3rd - Maurice Bentwick (28) - 39pts.
Thursday 9th May Single Stroke.
Sponsored by - Annaharvey Equestrian Centre.
1st - Pat Fay (20) - 35nett.
2nd Seanie Geoghegan (12) - 36nett.
Friday 10th May - 3 Ball Scramble.
Sponsored By - Bernie Dunne Sand & Gravel.
1st Stephen Harte/Niall Smyth/Alan Gorman - 57.5nett.
2nd Mary Quinn/Ian Kavanagh/Leonard Donlon - 57.7nett.
Golf Matters.
The under 15 lads posted their first win today 12th May against Woodlands Golf Club. The winning margin was 3 to 2 well done to all the lads involved.
The Fred Daly (U18) lads headed to Kilkenny on saturday last for a practice. We wish them well in their next outing which takes place on saturday next 18th May @ 2.30pm. They lads have 4 matches away and 3 at home please support them if you can. The very best of luck to all involved managers David and Eileen and all the team.
The Pierce Purcell lads are out next sunday the very best of luck to them and team manager Ger Peyton.
Castle Barna Golf Club Results/Reports Sunday 5th May 2013.
18 Hole Single Stableford Open Week
Sponsored By Bridge House Hotel Tullamore.
With Open Week up and running there was a huge turnout over the weekend for both Mens and Ladies competitions. It was a fantastic few days for the club a brilliant win for the Fred Daly U18 young men who today came of age. Some of the same lads found time to play in todays competition and did the business. Their manager David Brazil had what must have been his best weekend in a Castle Barna shirt. David was not satisfied with a great win in the Fred Daly beating Tullamore seven matches to nil but also went and won the junior scratch cup in Tullamore. This is a great achievment for David and is just reward for all the effort that he has put in of late. We salute David's great win a very fine young man and a very good golfer.
Results Sunday 5th May 2013.
Winner - Damien Mooney (Fred Daly Winner) (13) - 42pts
2nd - Joe Joslin (Fred Daly Winner) (13) -41pts.
Cat 1 - David Brazil (Fred Daly Winning Manager) (4) - 39pts.
Cat 2 - John O' Meara (14) - 35pts.
Cat 3 - Julian Rowden (18) - 40pts.
Cat 4 - Denis Meridith (24) - 39pts.
Thursday 2nd May 18 Hole Single Stableford.
Sponsored by Tom Darcy Filling Station & Tyres.
1st - Dave Berry (23) - 44pts.
2nd - Richard Coffey (6) - 42pts.
3rd - Brian McCormack Jnr (1) - 41pts.
Thursday 2nd May 9 Hole Stroke.
Sponsored by Midland Hygiene Products.
1st - Pat Rogers (16) - 31 nett.
2nd - Adrian Stewart (17) 33.5 nett.
Golf Matters.
Open week presentation night takes place on Sunday 12th @ 8.30pm sharp please join us for a fun night.
The Castle Barna Fred Daly Team 2013.
Managers David Brazil and Eileen Wynne.
What a day for these young golfers of Castle Barna and their managers David and Eileen who had these lads very well prepared. It was a 4pm throw in with 4 matches in Castle Barna and 3 matches away in Tullamore. Playing at home and leading the way was junior captain Lee O' Meara followed by Dan Molloy, Joe Joslin, Damien Mooney. Playing away were Conor (Phil Mickleson) Casey, Shane Francis, P.J.Daly who were been supported by Captain Brian and bag man Martin Furlong. Vice-Captain Jimmy Slattery was on duty in Castle Barna and was over the moon with the preformance of the lads describing it as the greatest come back since Muhammad Ali. Jimmy was still on a high and I just managed to get a quick word with him before he headed to his local (Willie's) to celebrate the occasion. What a come back it was our lads were down in 6 and up in 1 through 9, but put in what was a remarkable back 9 probably the best golf that has been played in Castle Barna in a long while. Meanwhile away in Tullamore the CB lads were making a move also, with PJ Daly winning on 13 and Conor Casey winning on 15 and Shane Francis winning on 18. This win would rate as one of the best in recent times congrats to all involved to the team with subs Gavin Mooney and Colm McGuinness, the Managers, to Captain Brian and Vice Captain Jimmy a well deserved victory. The club has been beaten in several inter club competitions of late and who knows maybe the young golfers will bring the silverware to Daingean in 2013 we wish them well.
The Mens Club would like to wish Kildare native Mary Kelly the very best of luck on her upcoming trip to Alvor in Portugal. Mary is a very keen golfer and will do the club proud, her hubby Jim will be on hand as caddy and will keep her calm when the going gets tough. We all hope that Mary does well and enjoys the experience a great personal achievement for her and well deserved.
Monday May Madness at Castle Barna Golf Club.
Come along and join the above on the following dates May 13th, 20th, 27th, at 5pm this is a golden opportunity to give your golf skills a kick start. It is for all ladies thinking about getting started at golf, the cost is €10 and is great value. There will be tea and scones on arrival and your are assured of a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
Castle Barna Junior Club.
Castle Barna are currently running a juvenile coaching programme in conjunction with club pro Joe Frawley and Daingean school. A total of forty pupils boys and girls from 5th and 6th class are particpating. Captain Brian would like to thank those that are helping out Brian McCormack Jnr, Martin Furlong, Brian Bermingham, and David Brazil. The boys and girls are picking up the skills of golf early and who knows what the future holds for these budding stars.
The Inside Track.
Our Captains Brian and Phil would like to remind all members that the club will host a mass for all club deceased members and their familes. The mass will take place at the club house on Friday 31st May at 7.30pm all are welcome.
Results/Reports Sunday 28th April 2013.
GOY Single Stroke Monthly Medal.
Sponsored by Fitzpatricks Garage Tullamore
This was the first medal competition of the year and there was a good turnout some lads had played on the Saturday getting the best of the weather. Conditions on Sunday were still good and the rain held off, the scores were tight and there would be nothing between places when all the scores were returned.
The winner was Martin Delaney with 69 nett after a countback and in second place was Joe Keoghan 69 nett well done to the lads.
The Category winners were
Cat 1 Gareth Mann 70 nett (countback)
Cat 2 Terry O' Neill 70 nett
Cat 3 Alan Gorman 70 nett
Cat 4 Dave Berry 71 nett
TheJunior winner was the Junior Captain Lee O' Meara 75 nett.
Congrats to all the winners in paticular Dave Berry having played 18 holes went on to support the Dubs in Croker and popped up on our TV screens giving his all on the hill. We have a few Dubs in the club so bragging rights will be theirs for the moment.
The highest score on a hole went to the the man with the Merc parked in the Vice Captains spot Jimmy Slattery. It happened on the 7th hole and there will be a full explanation at next Wednesdays committee meeting when all will be revealed.
Well done to Shane Corcoran (23) 41pts who was runner up last Sunday 21st and did not get a mention and also Damien Mooney (13) who won the junior prize with a score of 32pts.
GOY Single Stroke 28/04/2013 Medal Competition Results
Martin Delaney (15) 69 nett (CB)
Joe Keoghan (12) 69 nett.
Cat 1 Gareth Mann (6) 70 nett (CB)
Cat 2 Terry O' Neill (13) 70 nett (CB)
Cat 3 Alan Gorman (19) 70 nett.
Cat 4 Dave Berry (23) 71 nett.
Junior winner Lee O' Meara (6) 75 nett.
Golf Matters.
The Duggan Cup Report - Manager Martin Furlong.
This match against Knightsbrook took place on Saturday 27th April on what was an ideal day for golf. Bright sunshine and a light breeze left conditions very pleasant and the standard of golf was of the highest order.
Castle Barna had home advantage and the first pairing of Liam Scally& Adrian Stewart were battling hard. The next pairing of Terry Connolly& Anthony Lynch were in a real dog fight from the start and the third team of Terry O'Neill & Michael Redmond were cruising.
Meanwhile the away pairings of Pat Fay & Liam Lynch and Seanie Geoghegan & Noel Comerford were going very well.
As play progressed it was Knightsbrook who got the upper hand with two wins in Castle Barna and one at home, they went on to take the honours.
Well done to manager Martin on his attention to detail, to Seanie and Noel for a great win away and to Terry/Michael on their win. To Pat/Liam for their efforts in nearly pulling off a second win away.
A big thank you to Vice Captain Jimmy and Terry Carroll who had travelled to Trim to support the team. Captain Brian thanked all involved and wished Knightsbrook well in the rest of the competition.
The Jimmy Carroll -Manager Mick Lennon.
The over sixties lads some with pensions in hand and some without made their way to the short grass county and the fine course at Newbridge.
With bus passes in their back pockets which were not needed a full contingent arrived with intent on their minds. Our lads battled hard and had put in a great effort finishing third, only to miss out on a countback. Captain Brian thanked all involved and with a bit luck on the day things could have been a lot better. The Tuesday seniors lads showed there is still a bit of fight in them a great performance all round.
The Central Towns - Manager Dermot (Dan) Cunningham.
A very busy weekend for the club on the inter club scene this match was played against Edenderry on Sunday 28th April. Dan had his team well primed and had a good team on hand a mixture of youth and experience. Captain Brian and Vice Captain Jimmy were in attendance to support the lads as was John McCormack giving Dan a dig out. This game went down to the wire with two wins each, all was on the last match but again Castle Barna were to end up the wrong side of lady luck and lost out on the 18th. Manager Dan thanked his players Liam Scally, Joe Joslin, John O' Meara, Alan McKnight, Micheal Farrell for their efforts but alas no joy on the day.
Open Week at Castle Barna from Thursday May 2nd - Sunday 12th May.
Join us for the Castle Barna experience good golf and good food you can play any of the competitions for €15 or all of the singles for €20. Come along and you will meet new friends and who knows you could be joining us on presentation night Sunday 12th May @ 8.00pm. Captains Brian and Phil extend a warm invitation to all visitors and ask all members to support the club during open week.
Junior Report.
The Fred Daly lads were over in Tullamore on Saturday 27th in preparation for their eagerly awaited match against the same opposition.
This will be a cracker of a match and the Castle Barna lads have been well prepaired and will be up for the challenge.
Many thanks to those who helped out on the day with the young lads, in getting them to Tullamore especially Joint manager David Brazil assisted by Doloreen Brereton, Dan Cunningham, and Stephen Lynch.
All the best to the Junior Team on Sunday 5th May. Please support the youth of the club, they are a great bunch of lads.
Seniors Report.
The seniors had a very well supported 3 Ball Rumble on Tuesday last 23rd April. This was busy week for the older lads in the club and Captain Pat made sure that they were all well topped up with their vitamins. Several of the seniors were also playing in the The Jimmy Carroll Trophy in Newbridge on the Wednesday and acquitted themselves well.
Tuesday 23rd April 2013 Competition 3 Ball Rumble Result.
Winners - Maurice Bentick (25), Alan Graham (22), Pat O'Neill (19) Score 85pts.
Open Single Stableford 18 Hole 25/04/2013
Winner Padraic Clears (8) Tullybeg 39pts.
2nd - Emma Donegan - Edenderry - 37pts.
9 Hole Stroke Competition 25/04/2013.
Winner Liam Scally (14) - 30 nett
2nd Artur Geszczak (19) - 31.5 nett.
Our Seniors open continues every Tuesday and our Open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Our Men’s 9 Hole competition every Thursday evening has commenced.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
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Results/Reports 21st April 2013.
Open Single Stableford Sponsored by PRM Resources Cork.
With the temperatures on the up the male members were out in force a good crowd showed up to battle for the honours.
The Ballingar lads were away on society duty in the Banner county with the majestic Dan Cunningham calling the shots. Not much news from the trip as Dan had warned all the lads that what happens on tour stays on tour. Dan did say that the society got to play the very nice Dromoland Castle course which was a special treat.
Back in Castle Barna it was the early bird himself Mick Keating that was setting the pace. Mick has been showing good form of late now that he got re-attached to his driver that he nearly lost a few Sundays ago.
Others that were pushing hard were club secretary and staunch Donegal GAA fan Adrian Stewart (Cat 3 Winner) along with competitions committee member Ger Peyton.
It’s great to see Ger back in form and he went on to take Cat 3 he also took the money in the 4 ball which was made up of some serious golfers.
Cat 1 was won by Brian McCormack Jnr (2) and Cat 4 was won by the jolly Liam Shaughnessy another serious contender for the Michael Moore, team Manager Gerry Byrne please note.
Open Single Stableford Results 21/04/2013.
Winner - Mick Keating (23) - 44pts.
Runner Up - Shane Corcoran (23) - 41pts.
Cat 1 - Brian McCormack Jnr (2) - 40pts.
Cat 2 - Ger Peyton (15) - 38pts.
Cat 3 - Adrian Stewart (17) - 37pts.
Cat 4 - Liam Shaughnessy (21) - 41pts.
Golf Matters.
On the Junior scene, joint manager David Brazil is putting in great work with the Fred Daly team. David had the lads on their toes on Sunday with a practice straight after the Sunday competition. The Fred Daly lads are out on Sunday 5th May and take on Tullamore in the next round. We wish them well and ask that all members support them on the day.
The under 15 team is also busy and they will be out again soon please watch for further details in the coming weeks.
Hole In One
We also had another ace or hole in one at Castle Barna this weekend.
This time it was the Lady Captain of 2012 Catherine McGrath and it happened on the 11th hole.
Congratulations to Catherine and well deserved, an elegant lady in many ways.
The bubbly was popped and glasses raised by the all the lady members who were present in the club house to honour this great achievement.
This was a first Hole In One for Catherine and who knows it may not be the last for the Tipperary women.
Next Sundays Competition is GOY Singles Stroke Monthly Medal (No 1)
Kindly Sponsored by Fitzpatricks Garage Tullamore.
Remember to support our sponsors when you can as they have supported Castle Barna Golf Club.
Our Seniors Open continues every Tuesday and our Open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Our Men’s 9 Hole competition every Thursday evening has commenced.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
Report/Results 14/04/2103.
V Par Competition Sponsored By Edenderry Golf Academy (Ger Hall)
As the song goes we all had Georgia (Augusta) on our minds and we would all like to replicate what was going on over there.
The Castle Barna members were out in force for this V par competition. Captain Brian was away on inter club duty with Barton cup manager Liam Scally in Knockanally and had played on the Saturday a busy man at the moment.
We had some new names on the podium this week in first place was Stephen Comerford, 2nd Dominick Goodings and third the bould Mick Keating.
Mick will have to thank Vice Captain Jimmy Slattery for his prompt action last when Jimmy picked up Mick's driver for him as he had left it behind on the previous hole.
Results V Par Competition Sunday 14/04/2013.
Winner - Stephen Comerford (18) - 3UP – Count Back
2nd - Dominick Goodings (20) - 3UP.
3rd - Mick Keating (23) - 1UP.
Open Single Stableford 18 hole Competition Thursday 11/04/2013.
Winner Patrick Rowney (19) Tullamore 42pts.
9 Hole Competition Mens 11/04/2013.
Winner - Pat Fay (20) - 22pts.
2nd - James Mahon - (17) - 21pts.
Golf Matters.
The Barton Cup lads with team manager Liam Scally calling the shots were doing battle away to Knockanally. Its always tough when you have an away draw and your hoping that you might just sneak one away. The two pairings at home Shay Egan & Dan Cunningham and Derek Hannon & John O' Meara got their wins. The away pairings of Dan Shaughnessy & John McCormack, Aidan McCormack & Dan Molloy, Michael Brereton & Seanie Geoghegan were doing their upmost to get that elusive away win. Although the lads tried hard it was not to be and the game slipped away.
Well done to all involved with a bit of luck on the day things could have been different. Captain Brian thanked all the lads for their efforts and wished Knockanally well in the rest of the competition.
The Juniors Round Robin Series.
The venue here was Knockanally for the under 18 lads, a very popular competition played among the local clubs. This was the first outing of the year in this competition and while our lads tried, hard they were beaten 3 and 2. There will be plenty of time to bounce back with home matches to come, I am sure they lads will get the results they deserve.
Senior 3 Ball Scramble Tuesday April 9th.
The seniors were out in force last Tuesday with some interesting three balls taking to the fairways. Captain Pat Rogers had things well organised and kept them moving along smoothly. Playing the best golf the trio of Murty Quinn, Kevin Prendergast, and Ber Malone came through with flying honours. It’s great to see Murty back in Castle Barna and back to winning ways.
Results Seniors 3 Ball Scramble April 9th.
Winners - Murty Quinn (10) - Kevin Prendergast (23) - Ber Malone (20)
Score - 60 nett.
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday and our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Our Men’s 9 Hole competition every Thursday evening has commenced.
Sunday 7th April
The Shap Mangan Trophy Competition No 1.
Sponsored By Dermot Hall Menswear Edenderry.
There was a great turnout for today’s competition, a huge crowd played for this the first qualifying round of the year. The early lads were out in earnest setting the pace was vice captain Jimmy Slattery putting pressure on the 3 ball ahead which included Mick Keating. The pressure was getting to early bird Mick so much so that Jimmy had to pick up his driver for him as he had left it on the previous hole. We don’t know if Mick wants to get rid of the driver but he would be better trying done deal.
There were also others who struggled, the majestic Dan Cunningham had a bad day and blew up, it may have something to do with a heavy tackle he incurred at a recent soccer match. The man that did the business was Pat Maguire followed by Adrian Stewart in second place the results were as follows,
Sunday 7th April Single Stableford.
Winner - Pat Maguire (18) - 45pts.
2nd - Adrian Stewart (18) - 40pts (B9)
Cat 1 - Stephen Egan Snr (8) - 36pts.
Cat 2 - David Cleary (14) - 38pts.
Cat 3 - Declan Neville (16) - 39pts.
Cat 4 - Brian Dunne (21) 40pts.
Junior - Joe Joslin (13) - 37pts.
The Martin Furlong Open Single Stableford Monday 1st April 2013.
No April fools here, a great win by Rathangan man Sean Doyle showing that he can still play without the Sherriff. I hope Gerry Byrne, manager of the Michael Moore team is taking note.
Results Open Single Stableford 01/04/2013.
1st Sean Doyle (22) - 44pts
2nd Micheal Farrell (16) - 41pts
3rd Patrica Mahon (33) - 39pts
4th Liam Lynch (18) - 38pts.
The seniors had a great turnout on Tuesday, the competition was Fourball Stableford.
Senior Competition 04/04/2013 Fourball Stableford.
Winners were Sean Cooney/Tony McCreanor - 43 pts (B9)
The Thursday Open 18 Hole Single Stableford 04th April 2013.
Results –
1st Joseph Reddin (16) 39pts (B9)
2nd Stephen Quigley (14) 39pts.
Golf Matters.
The Fred Daly Team 2013.
Managers David Brazil and Eileen Wynne.
What a fantastic performance by the young golfers of Castle Barna in Tullamore last Friday 5th April. With an 8.00am start our lads got down to business from the start and set the early pace.
Junior Captain Lee O' Meara led by example and was followed by Dan Molloy, Damien Mooney, Joe Joslin, Conor (Phil Mickleson) Casey, Shane Francis, Gavin Mooney, with first sub Colm McGuinness on standby in case of injury.
Captain Brian was in attendance watching from behind the bushes ably assisted by bag man for the day Martin Furlong with Terry Carroll and Doloreen Brereton also lending a hand.
Well done to all involved in particular joint managers David Brazil and Eileen Wynne who had the lads well prepared.
This was a huge win when you consider the other clubs involved Esker Hills, Glasson, Moate, Mt Temple, Mullingar, Birr, Edenderry, Portarlington, and Tullamore.
The Castle Barna lads won the day with a great score of 407 followed by Tullamore on 410, the two clubs now play against each other with Castle Barna holding home advantage courtesy of the win.
The Irish Mixed Foursomes.
It was Castle Barna doing battle with Moate once again and this was always going to be a fight to the end.
Castle Barna had the upper hand in recent years and were trying to maintain the status quo but it would not easy. With conditions very different from the Saturday sunny and warm, it was cold and windy for both teams.
Moate were fielding a very strong team and were up for the challenge, Castle Barna were taking nothing for granted and knew that they would have to battle hard. Through 9 holes is was nip and tuck and all to play for with all matches close.
As things progressed it was Moate who gained the advantage coming into the final holes. Moate maintained the momentum and even though our team gave it their best it was not enough and Moate won out 3 matches to 2 matches.
Managers Anthony and Angela would like to thank the Castle Barna team Shay & Eilish, Derek & Ber, Stephen & Kate at home, while away we had Michael & Mary and David & Eileen. Castle Barna would like to wish Moate the very best of luck in the competition and hope that they will go all the way to the final.
Castle Barna Sponsors Day.
Captains Brian and Phil hosted a very successful event for all the 2013 sponsors on what was a beautiful day for golf. With the course looking it best so early in the year and summer rules in play it was most enjoyable.
A large crowd played 18 holes of golf followed by a some excellent food compliments of Chef Joe and his staff. There was a presentation afterwards and the winners were Anthony Lynch (AL Industrial Products Rathangan) Noelle O' Donohue (Noelle O' Donohue Interiors Tullamore) and Brian Conroy (Temple Printing Tullamore).
Both Captains thanked their vice Captains Jimmy and Brid for their help and all the sponsors for their support. Brian and Phil asked all in attendance to support our sponsors as they have supported Castle Barna.
The Inside Track.
Reports are that our new Treasurer Brian Bermingham, the quiet Dub in the club (rare breed) has recently acquired a new interest. Now that Brian is enjoying retirement and with a little time on his hands he can be found down in the Daingean bog trying out his latest toy. It is none other than a Honda CRF 230-4/stroke trials bike. Brian’s wife Teresa was a little worried and to make sure that he would come to no harm bought him a special helmet that is shock and impact proof. We wish Brian well and would remind him that there are many deep bog holes in the area & to be very careful.
Sunday 24th March
Single Stableford Competition Sponsored The Bridge House Hotel Tullamore.
When will Spring come calling, well it has not arrived in Castle Barna just yet. The hardy souls that lined out for Sunday’s competition had to battle with temperatures near to zero.
This left conditions on the tough side it stayed dry but raw and the scores returned were decent. The winner was another newcomer to the podium in John Guinan with 40pts in second place was Jimmy Slattery 40pts (his slashing days behind him) with new member Richard Buckley in third with 40pts.
Next week’s competition is a 4 ball Matchplay Qualifer sponsored by The Tullamore Court Hotel so make sure you have a partner.
Castle Barna Results Single Stableford 24/03/2013.
1st - John Guinan (16) - 41pts (B9)
2nd Jimmy Slattery (21) - 41pts.
3rd Richard Buckley (16) - 40pts.
The Martin Furlong Open Single Stableford 18/03/2013.
1st Chris Merrigan (20) - 44pts.
2nd Ger England (13) - 40pts.
3rd Stephen Quigley (4) - 40pts.
4th Brendan McEvoy (10) - 40pts.
9 Hole Competition No 6.
Winner James Nolan (21) - 21pts.
The Inside Track
My sources tell me that there was a mighty battle of late between Westmeath and Offaly. On this occasion it was the smaller white ball and representing the Lake county were Liam Scally (in the news of late) and his good friend John Clarke.
The Offaly team had the current handicap secretary Dan (won’t cut myself) Cunningham along with Ollie(The Big Ezzie) Scally. The Offaly team had youth on their side but when all the play was over it was the old wise heads of the men in maroon that did the business.
On parting with the money it was noticed that Dan had a good few crispy €50 notes in the wallet this is due to the fact that he has been off the beer for lent. Dan tells me that they will have another match at a later date and that he has only lent the money to his rivals, we look forward to the next round.
We also hear the David Brazil while out on the course was doing a bit of driving of a different sort. It involved a buggy it seems that David was distracted by something were not sure by what and ended up quite close to the water on the 12th.
Captain Brian is looking into the incident it has been reported to health and safety and L plates have been ordered for the all the buggies. We are delighted to report that David came through unscathed and he will be going for driving lessons over the Easter break.
Castle Barna Mens club would like to congratulate Niall and Louise Smyth on their recent mariage which took place in Edenderry. We wish them well and we hope that Louise might join her new husband on the fairways of Castle Barna.
Well done to Castle Barna members Ellen Lynch, Shane Francis & P J Fay who were strutting their stuff of late in Daingean, a big thank you to them for representing the club so well. We would like it to be known that if they are considering another outing in the future they can draw some advice from Liam Scally a pro at the job.
Golf Matters - So It Does.
Captain Brian is looking for stewards to do the table on Sunday mornings for the coming months. If you can give a few hours please contact John McCormack on 086-0731771 who is co-ordinating the list of names. There is a sheet on the notice board to which you can add your name. Remember ask not what your club can do for you, but rather what you can do for your club.
Captain Brian has arranged a rules morning for all members this coming Friday 29th March @ 10.30am please feel free to join us, in attendance will be Aidan Marsden of the GUI.
The seniors have an Easter 18 hole special coming up on Tues 26th March. This promises to be a good day and all visitors are welcomed. You can have a day's golf with tea and scones on arrival for €12.
The competition on the day will be a 3 ball champagne scramble. There will be many prizes, so join us for a very relaxing game of golf and meet some new friends.
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday and our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
New members always welcome - see web site for latest deals.
Reports Sunday 17th March 2013.
Open Single Stableford Sponsored By John Connolly Auto Tullamore.
La Fheile Padraig Sona Daoibh. A very happy St Patricks Day to all the members.
Green was the colour of the day and there was quite a bit of shamrock to be seen as well, fair dues to all who made the effort. Most members were out early, no doubt wanting to get home in time for the many parades that were on in the locality.
So who would have the luck on a very typical March day, cold with some showers of rain, throw in some sleet and it made for tough conditions.
It was the higher handicappers who were doing best and it can often be the case that the lower lads don’t like to mix it up when the weather is bad.
Well done to the eventual winners.
Results Single Stableford 17/03/2103.
Ger Kenny (17) - 40pts (B9)
Alan Leech (14) - 40pts (B9)
Paul Cuskelly (23) - 40pts (B9)
Results Single Stableford 14/03/2013 Open.
Winner Terry O' Neill - 43pts.
Results Competition No 5 -
Winner Robert Hogan
Results Competition No 6
Dave Berry 23pts.
Golf Matters - So It Does.
Castle Barna will be hosting a Sponsors Day on Sat 6th April @ 1.30pm, this will be a joint effort between the Men’s and Ladies club. This is an annual event a day when all our sponsors for the year are invited to join us for a bite to eat and a round of golf.
It is an opportunity for our sponsors to experience a very warm Castle Barna welcome and to thank them for their support in 2013.
Our captains Brian and Phil would ask all members to support our sponsors as they have supported us.
Good news for all members in that Sunday 24th March the Men’s competition will be free. The usual prizes will be on offer and it is hoped that all members will attend, so spread the word.
Seniors Open
The Seniors have an Easter 18 hole special coming up on Tues 26th March.
This promises to be a good day and all visitors are welcomed. You can have a day's golf with tea and scones on arrival for €12. The competition on the day will be a 3 ball champagne scramble.
There will be many prizes, so join us for a very relaxing game of golf and meet some new friends.
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday and our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
New members always welcome - see web site for latest deals.
Results/Reports 10/03/2013.
Single Stableford Competition Kindly Sponsored By Genesis Mullingar.
It was back to basics today after the highs of last Sunday and the Captains drive in. Well done to all involved for making it a great day. The best of luck to Brian, Phil & Lee for the coming year.
The money raised from the lollypop sticks has been forwarded to two very deserving groups, the Molesworth Playground Group Daingean and The Special Heart unit in Crumlin Childrens Hospital.
There was a good turnout for this Sunday’s competition, a single stableford 18 holes.
It was Ballingar man Micheal Farrell to the fore returning a fantastic score of 49pts a major achievment given the conditions. In 2nd place was another Ballingar golfer Alan McKnight with 44pts and in 3rd place was David O'Connell 41pts.
Results Sunday 10th March Single Stableford.
1st Micheal Farrell (16) - 49pts.
2nd Alan McKnight (14) - 44pts.
3rd David O'Connell (10) - 41pts.
Results for Thursday 7th March Open Single Stableford.
Sean Ryan (15) - 38pts - (back 9)
Results 9 Hole Competition No 3.
Charlie Conroy (25) - 26pts.
Results 9 Hole Competition No 4.
Artur Geszczak (18) - 24pts.
The Fitzpatricks Garage Tullamore Winter League Final.
So the great day arrived this was always going to be a battle royale.
Both Captains Shay and PJ had their troops well prepared and both had installed a curfew the night before. All the golfers arrived in Castle Barna early, with pairings sorted it was the ladies that were off first.
In the first match were Kate Elliott (The Strangers) and Oonagh Flynn (The Big Dogs) it was Kate to triumph here - first blood to the strangers. The other matches ebbed and flowed and with wins for Capt Shay Egan, Stephen Harte (Strangers) and wins for Capt P J Fay, John McCormack and Artur Geszczak (The Big Dogs) it was all square.
It was up the 1st for a playoff with Capt P J getting a shot from the inform Mullingar man Stephen Harte.
With both drives away their second shots would be vital Stephen was a bit right and short, P J a bit closer had the advantage. A short chip from Stephen leaves him with work to do - no up and down, a five might be enough for PJ and so it was to be.
P J playing a Captains role had led by example showing true grit he finished with a 5 to take the honours. Not a bad display by the youngster and on his birthday too.
The presentation took place later and Captain Brian McCormack congratulated all the winners. Brian thanked Robert Hogan from Fitzpatricks
March 3rd 2013.
Sunday Competition 3 Ball Rumble (15) Holes
Sponsored by Macari's Take Away Rathangan.
A bit of a change today for the members , away from the usual stableford competition, a rumble, not in the jungle but in Castle Barna.
This competition always precedes the captain's drive in. The weather was dry and crisp and there was a good turnout for the rumble which was played on Saturday and Sunday.
The winners on the day were the trio of Artur Geszczak, James Nolan and Anthony Murphy with a fantastic score of 84pts which was a long way ahead of the second place 78pts. Well done to the lads.
Winners.
Artur Geszczak (18)
James Nolan (16)
Anthony Murphy (16)
Score 84pts
2nd Place
Dan Cunningham (10)
John McCormack (12)
P J Fay (19)
Score 78pts.
Seniors 3 Ball Scramble
It's hard to keep good men down and in the winning enclosure for the second week running were the trio of Paddy (Tipperary) England, Tom (Leix) Dunne and Ger (Kildare) England on a score of 50.8 nett.
The Open Single Stableford 18 holes
The winner of today's competition was Declan Neville (16) - 48pts.
The Captains Drive-In & 3 ball Scramble.
A huge crowd assembled at the clubhouse awaiting the arrival of the captains. It was still a mystery, a well guarded secret as to how they would arrive.
There has been a barge docked up at the bridge this last while with questions about was it a decoy or would it be used?
The king of Croghan was sweating, Lady Captain Phil was asking questions, a quick dip into Seerys was required to settle the nerves. Double brandies all around. Captain Brian was buying "Dont miss the chance, mine's a pint" says Jimmy.
Then it happens, it's long and white and pulls up outside "The Limo" a sigh of relief was breathed by both captains as they got on their way with bubbly in hand.
Our Captains arrived in style, the stretch Limo provided by Annaharvey Chauffeur Service. A big thank you to Martin Keating. Martin is no stranger to Castle Barna and continues to support the ladies sponsoring several competitions.
With photos taken with family and friends the Captains made their way to the first tee. Brian was a bit nervous and even more so after young Lee hit a cracker right up the middle.
Lady Captain Phil got her drive away safe and then it was up to Brian. With driver in hand he shaped a short back swing and away it went it past the trees. Brian had all his family there including his 7 grandchildren a very proud Captain indeed.
Following the Drive In we had a 3 ball scramble (9) holes.
Front 9 Scramble Results.
Winners.
Shay Egan (6) - Vincent Murphy (12) - Betty Duffy (29)
Combined 4.7 Handicap 25.3 Total.
Runners Up Front 9.
Terry Carroll (20) - Noel Mooney (28) - Ann Daly (36)
Combined 8.4 Handicap 25.6 Total.
Back 9 Scramble
Winners.
John McCormack (12) - David Brazil (4) - Jannette McCormack (22)
Combined 3.8 Handicap 28.2 Total.
Runners Up
Hugh Toomey (28) - Dan Cunningham (10) - Carmel Lawlor (36)
Combined 7.4 Handicap 28.6 Total.
Congratulations to Kildare woman Kate Elliott who had a hole in one on the 3rd. Well done, not the first for the Ballymore woman.
The Winter League Final 10/03/2103.
Sponsored by Fitzpatrick’s Garage Tullamore.
It will be the battle of The Strangers against The Big Dogs and it will be hard to call as it was the Strangers who against the odds disposed of The Favourites. Captain of the Strangers Shay Egan has been coaching his troops well and with a fully fit team they could go all the way. Captain of the Big Dogs P J Fay will leave no stone unturned as he goes for his first win. The Presentation will take place on sunday evening at 5.00pm.
Seniors Diary
The seniors have an Easter 18 hole special coming up on Tues 26th March. This promises to be a good day and all visitors are welcomed. You can have a day's golf with tea and scones on arrival for €12. There will be many prizes on the day so join us for a very relaxing game of golf and meet some new friends.
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday and our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
New members always welcome - see web site for latest deals.
Sunday 24th February
Single Stableford Competition Sponsored By Colgan’s Sports, Portarlington.
This single Stableford competition was well supported by the members with another very busy day in Castle Barna. The early lads were faced with a bit of frost but this did not deter them and high scores were the order of the day. The winner was Brendan Hennessy (16) with 46pts in second place was a newcomer to the podium Declan Neville (16) 45pts and in third place the very popular Polish gentleman and entertaining individual Artur Geszczak (18) 44pts back 6.
Results as Follows
Winner Brendan Hennessy (16) - 46pts
2nd Declan Neville (16) - 45pts
3rd Arthur Geszczak (18) - 44pts back 6.
The Seniors 3/Ball Scramble Results.
The seniors got the week going in Castle Barna last Tuesday 19th Feb with the weather dry there was a good turnout. The seniors Captain Pat Rogers has his troops going well and numbers are well up, the competition was a 3 ball rumble.
Competition among the seniors is serious stuff and to win here is a major achievement. This week’s winners were Gary Smith/Mick Redmond/Jim Nolan with a score of 81 pts.
Seniors Diary
The seniors have an Easter 18 hole special coming up on Tues 26th March this will be a good day all visitors are welcomed where you can have a day’s golf with tea and scones on arrival for €12 and there will be many prizes on the day so join us for a very relaxing game of golf and meet some new friends.
Single Stableford 18 hole Open Competition Thursday 21st Feb.
There was a decent turnout for this competition the winner was another visitor to Castle Barna with a score of 41pts Andy Kavanagh (10) Dunmurray Springs. In 2nd place was Michael Redmond (19) 40 pts. Andy was a guest of the 2012 Captain Anthony Lynch and both lads were playing in the 8/bit society matchplay which Andy won on the 16th hole. All in all, a good day for the Wexford native. Andy is no stranger to Castle Barna and has supported Anthony throughout his Captaincy year, well done Andy.
The Fitzpatrick Garage Sponsored Winter League
Semi-Finals.
This competition is getting down to the serious stage with the semi-finals up for grabs on Sunday last it was going to be all hands on deck and every shot would be a vital one. Who was going to make it through, a lot of questions, but who would have the answers.
First out was the Strangers (Capt Shay Egan) against the Favourites (Capt Stephen Egan Snr) this match had all the potential of a very tight affair and so it proved to be. All the matches were close and after 6 games played it was 3 all so down the 19th we went. Up for the Strangers was the very reliable Declan Rogers (8) who was going head to head with his favourite brother in law Stephen Egan Snr(8)
Relationships went out the door and with a good crowd in support we headed up the 1st Declan won the toss and hit a screamer Stephen a little right but could still make the green. Stephen hits his 2nd short, Declan makes the green with his 2nd. Stephen chips his 3rd, runs pass the hole a 4ft putt coming back. Declan putts his 3rd lips out and its given a par Stephen misses his putt game over and the Favourites are gone. This would have to go down a major upset with the money since the start going on the Favourites, many will be disappointed. Well done to all involved for the Strangers - Dave McCann (win) Anthony Lynch (win) Kate Elliott (win) Declan Rogers great par on the 19th Tony O' Toole and Capt Shay Egan.
The second semi-final involved the Big Uns (Capt Dan Cunningham) against the The Big Dogs (Capt P.J.Fay), who would be the Big winners on the day? Captain Dan bounced back and led the way securing a half and Donal Scally did his bit with fine win over John McCormack, it was to be John who had the early dinner this week. P.J. Fay led by example with a win and the very much in form at the moment Liam Scally who brought his opposite in early. With Oonagh Flynn (win) Arthur Geszczak (win) There was to be no joy for the the Big Uns, a team that blew hot and cold were well beaten 4 1/2 to 1 1/2
So it’s The Strangers against the The Big Dogs for the Grand Final on the 10th March, it’s hard to call. It should be a good one best of luck to all involved. The Winter League has been a major success for the club over the years many thanks to our Sponsors this past two years Fitzpatricks Garage, Tullamore and our contact there Rob Hogan this year’s competition secretary. Well done Rob.
Betting for those that like a flutter the Big Dogs 6/4 Fav and The Strangers good value 11/4.
The Captains Drive-In 2013.
The guessing game goes on how will they arrive will it be a boat, a plane or train (remember the film) no one knows but those that do know are keeping it a well guarded secret. Captain Brian has been asking questions but no answers. Lady Captain Phil is nervous, life jackets seen in the club house, could it be water, Maureen bring a change of clothes, the flags will be out, the lollipops stuck in the ground, it’s all systems go. Captain Brian has a big crowd coming and so has Phil. Family and friends are welcome to join us for a great day in Castle Barna. Show your support our Captain’s for 2013, working for you the members.
Junior Trip To Esker Hills.
Captain Brian along with Vice Captain Jimmy brought the juniors to Esker Hills this Sunday. With the help of David Brazil and Richard Coffey 10 of the juniors took part in a match against the Esker Hills lads a very enjoyable day. Captain Brian would like thank all involved in particular Brendan Lowry, Ger Egan and Austin Hanley and for the food supplied by Ann Marie and her gang for a great day.
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday & our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
New members always welcome - see web site for latest deals
Sunday 17th February 2013.
Competition Single Stableford
Sponsored by Walsh Kealey & Co.
This was a very busy day on the Castle Barna calendar with the normal Sunday competition on and the first round of the Fitzpatrick’s Garage Tullamore Winter League spaces in the car park were at a premium.
With the weather dry and going good to firm the lads were chomping at the bit to get under starters orders. The starter on the day Dave Berry did not delay the boys and had them out as soon as day broke.
First past the post was Michael Mockler with a fantastic score of 45pts, Michael has not been in the winning enclosure for a while and it’s good to see him back. In second place was Ballinagar man Damian Cunningham with 44pts no stranger to the winning circle and showing a bit of form of late. Also returning to winning ways and coming third was Brian McCormack Jnr 43pts. Brian just back from the European circuit which has done him no harm burning it up on the day.
Results As Follows.
1st Michael Mockler (19) - 45pts
2nd Damian Cunningham (15) - 44pts
3rd Brian McCormack Jnr (1) - 43pts.
Winter League Matchplay Quarter Finals
Sponsored by Fitzpatrick’s Tullamore.
The first to do battle were the Strangers with Captain Shay Egan going head to head with the Pipers Captain, Adrian Stewart. This match promised a lot but went the way of the Strangers, it looks like Donegal man Adrian a bit like the Donegal GAA team has over done it on the celebrations of late and did not bring their A game out today. This match had an interesting pairing of father and son Pat and Declan Rogers, Pat showed that there is still life in auld dog yet by taking the match but still ended up on the losing side but will have bragging rights in the Rogers house for the rest of the year.
The second pairings brought the Favourites captained by Stephen Egan Snr against the Balaclavas captained by John O'Meara. It was the Favourites who cruised into the semi-finals with an assured and slick performance. This is a team that will take beating and still remain hot favourites to go the whole way. With the wily Pat Fay, the steady Derek Hannon, the in-form Sean Doyle and throw in a bit Welsh grit Damien Jenkins, and along with Captain Stephen they will take beating.
Match three was a closer affair this one went up the 19th hole where Captain of the Big Dogs, P.J Fay led by example with a great par on the first to steal it from the Camillus McCauley for the Bare Feet who were captained by Terry O'Neill. A bit disappointing for Terry's team to be so close just to lose it on the line. Captain P.J. certainly has some Big Dogs with the in-form Liam Scally winning early along with John McCormack, Arthur Geszczak and Donal Scally they could go all the way to the final.
The final match as was stated last week would be a dog fight and this it proved to be, Captain of the The Big Uns Dan Cunningham had his team at the ready to do battle with Jimmy Slattery's The Under Dogs. Captain Dan off the beer for Lent and this seemed to effect The Majestic man, he may have had the breakfast early but he had an even earlier dinner so much so that when he came into the club house the lads there thought he was only going through nine but all that was left for him to do was to support his fellow players. The match was to go up the 19th with Captain Jimmy going head to head with the irons expert Liam Lynch. It was to be Liam to win out and save Captain Dan’s blushes, Dan was later to be found in the local hostelry Seery's buying several pints for his hero Liam.
The Semi-Finals take place next Sunday 24th February, these will be eagerly awaited with the pairings as follows:
The Strangers vs The Favourites at 11.30
The Big Dogs vs The Big Uns at 12.15
The Strangers will have it all to do and they will battle hard but I expect The Favourites to make it to the final. The other match between the Big Dogs and the Big Uns will be closer, Captain Dan needs to redeem himself after a bad performance today, time will tell if he is up to the task.
Betting as follows The Strangers 2/1 -The Favourites 6/4(fav) - The Big Dogs 2/1 - The Big Uns 2/1
Seniors Report.
These hardy souls came out in force for the Tuesday 12th competition a fourball betterball winners on the day with a great score of 45pts for 16 holes were Laois stalwart of Tom Dunne and his companion Tipperary man Paddy England these two gentlemen have swung more than just golf sticks in the past and have broken a fair bit of timber in their day well done lads.
Thursday 14th Feb- Open Competition
Open competition over 18 holes was won by a welcomed visitor Bernard Weldon (Portarlington) on a score of 44pts.
Just to let you all know that Castle Barna club member Micheal Nolan, Edenderry who plays in the Seniors Open each week was inducted into the Edenderry GAA Club Hall of Fame at an awards function at the weekend.Micheal aged 79 played for Edenderry in the 50’s & 60’s winning three SFC medals in 1951, 53 & 57. He was also an extremely gifted golfer in his day reducing his handicap from 18 to 11 in just three years before winning the Edenderry Golf Club Captains prize aged 67!!!.
Junior Open Competition
Our Junior Open Competition was held on Monday 11th Feb and was well attended. With two holes closed the boys played a 16 Hole Stableford competition. When the scores were tallied by Captain Brian McCormack and Eileen Wynne the results were:
1st Lee O'Meara
2nd Conor Casey
3rd Joe Joslin
Well done to the winners and to all who took part in the competition. Our next Junior competition will be held during the Easter Holidays.
The Inside Track.
It has been noted that popular member Seamus Feerey had been missing from Castle Barna of late on checking into this matter this ace reporter found out the reason why. It seems that Seamie has been getting cooking lessons for the one and only Nevin Maguire, with Seamie's knowledge of the beef industry with Dunbia it is hoped that he will be able to give chef Joe a helping hand at the summer BBQ.
On GAA matters I would like to correct a statement made in report dated earlier this year, it seems that Kildare do after all have a hurling team. It gives me great pleasure to announce that the Kildare hurling team of 2013 have picked up their first trophy the Keogh Cup this sits alongside the O'Bryne Cup won by the Kildare footballers already this year, a fine start to the year.
Fixtures
Our seniors open continues every Tuesday & our open Stableford continues every Thursday.
Sunday 24th February will see the Semi-finals of the Winter League Matchplay sponsored by Fitzpatrick’s Garage, while we will also hold a Single Stableford Competition for those not involved in the Matchplay.
Bookings can be made at www.castlebarna.ie or by phoning the clubhouse on 057 9353384.
New members always welcome - see web site for latest deals.
Sunday 10th Feb
Singles Stableford
Sponsored by Planet Golf, Portlaoise
There was a great turnout for the Sunday Single Stableford Competition. With the weather on the damp side it was tough going, but still the scores were decent. With only 16 holes in play all members got around the course without too much difficulity.
Results as Follows.
1st Tony O'Toole (24) -40pts
2nd John Mooney (16)- 37pts
3rd - P J Fay (21) - 36pts
This result would bring two new players into the winners enclosure. This highlights the importance of the internal cutting system. In all about 50 members have won prizes over the winter and it proves the the system works. Many thanks to the lads Adrian/Martin for looking after the table on the day and all who supported the competition.
The two's club winners on the day were Liam
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