ONtheFAIRWAYS
NEW ROSS
April 17, Tuesday fourball sponsored by New Ross Seniors: 1, Colm Kehoe (11) and Paul Brennan (14), 38 points; 2, Colm Kehoe (11) and Davy Morris (15), 37 points; 3, Jimmy Furlong (11) and Jimmy Ryan (17), 36 points.
Sunday singles sponsored by L/E Bradley Engineering, New Ross (Graham Bradley, club member): 1, Kenny Barrett (21), 41 points; 2, Colm Kehoe (11), 40 points (last three); 3, Tom Purcell, 40 points; gross, Michael Ryan; Cat. 1, Joe Doyle (7), 35 points; Cat. 2, Denis Kennedy (13), 37 points; Cat. 3, Tom O’Connor (18), 38 points.
There will be a draw for a free membership subscription, and the entry fee as in previous years is €20 for those who did not play in the P.G. Walsh Cup. Put the entry fee into an envelope and place it in the men’s competition box. The draw will take place on Tuesday, May 1, after the presentation.
The club featured in two competitions recently, the Provincial Towns and the Duggan Cup. While we were well beaten in the Provincial Towns by Waterford, the Duggan Cup side went down to Kilkenny in the deciding match on the 19th.
NEW ROSS LADIES
Vice-Captain Marguerite writes: ‘I can’t even express how we all feel with the sad passing of our friend and a past Captain, Pat Rowsome.
‘Pat was a very open-hearted person and her kindness and support to others never fell short. She brought so much joy and fun to those around her.
‘She loved sport and was a great hockey and camogie player before she took up golf, so it came naturally to her. She was a true Wexford woman and we had many fun nights in the clubhouse dressed in the Wexford jerseys and with Pat giving us a blast of Boolavogue. Those special memories of her will always make us smile.
‘Our thoughts and prayers are with her husband Declan and children Johanna, Eileen, Edel, Patrick and Liam. ‘A beautiful soul is never forgotten.’
When it’s breezy, hit it easy, that’s definitely what Adeline Foxe did recently. Wow, 45 points, what a score under very tough conditions. Well done Adeline, there is no stop in you.
Valerie Doyle qualifier, 18-hole stableford, sponsored by Allied Irish Bank, New Ross - Cat. 1: 1, Eileen Cullinan (16), 32 points; 2, Liz Bennett (9), 30 points; Cat. 2: 1, Adeline Foxe (25), 45 points; 2, Mary J. Maher (28), 33 points; Cat. 3: 1, Rita Furlong (33), 30 points; 2, Anne O’Grady (29), 30 points.
Hard luck to the Mary McKenna team which lost to Carlow. We will live to fight another day girls. Thank you to those who travelled to support us.
NEW ROSS SENIORS
The persistent rain failed to dampen our outing to Bunclody Golf and Fishing Club on Tuesday.
True, it was a bit uncomfortable with the rain gear on but with the course in immaculate condition we defied the elements, and the nine teams all enjoyed their game by the banks of the Slaney.
Once again, even on a strange course, these Seniors brought in some great scores in our champagne scramble format, with two best scores on holes 1-18 and play your own ball on all par threes.
Taking the honours and the bragging rights with a terrific score of 92 points considering the conditions were Jimmy ‘Ross’ Ryan (17), Mikey Lee (19), Larry Shannon (20) and Jamesie Murphy (24).
Second place went to Andy Ronan (15), Dan Quigley (20), Les Jastrebski (25) and Aidan Wallace (27) with 91 points. Third on 85 points were the three-person team of Ray Shannon (14), Martin Forristal (20) and Martin Burke (26).
Fourth spot went to Tony Harford (13), Michael Gannon (18), Liam Glasheen (20) and Mick Long (21) with 82 points, and placed fifth were Tommy Ryan (15), Tony Redmond (17), Paddy Mahony (19) and Donie Cody (23) with 81 points.
Many thanks to Caroline Dunne at Bunclody for her gracious welcome in the Pro Shop, and plaudits as well to the restaurant for their outstanding menu after golf - it was much appreciated by our travelling contingent.
Back on home soil on Thursday, we enjoyed the sunshine and the much-improved underfoot conditions. Newly-mowed greens that morning left a bit of getting used to, but once again the scoring returns were excellent and twelve teams thoroughly enjoyed their round without even a drop of rain.
The ultra-consistent Tony Harford (13), and his three compatriots, Dan Quigley (20), Seán O hUginn (21), and Tony Sexton (22), brought in 91 points to emerge winners.
Placed second on 90 points were Ray Shannon (14), Willie Whitty (17), Tom Kent (26) and Martin Burke (26). With 89 points and in third place came Denis Kirwan (14), Tom Murphy (16), Willie Kelly (18) and Oliver Brennan (27)
We extend the sincere sympathy of the Seniors group to Declan Rowsome and family on the recent death of his beloved wife, Pat. She is fondly remembered as a past ladies’ Captain, a role she filled with utter dedication, and all of us who came into contact with her over the years have fond memories of a real lady in every sense of the word - now may her gentle soul rest in peace.
We have no outings next Thursday, May 3, as it is an open waltz format club competition. There is no game on Thursday, May 10, either as it is The Rower-Inistioge classic.
Our next away outing is to Coollattin on Tuesday, May 15. Anyone not booked in and intending to travel, please text Jamesie Murphy on 085-1846172 or e-mail jamesiemurphy@gmail.com as soon as possible to allow teams and tee-times to be in the local papers on Tuesday, May 8.
All those booked in can pay the all-in fee of €25 to Tony Harford or Jamesie Murphy next Thursday, May 3.
BUNCLODY
Wednesday open singles, April 18: 1, Stephen Larkin (7), 44 points; 2, Martin Bennett (13), 38 points; 3, Philip Galligan (13), 37 points.
Monthly medal, April 21-22: 1, Stephen Larkin (6), 71; 2, Wesley Ruttle (14), 72; gross, Rory McCarthy (+1), 76; 3, David Nolan (12), 73 (back six); 4, Barry Murphy (8), 73 (back nine).
WEXFORD LADIES
We had a fantastic turn-out at our first presentation night of the season recently, where the prizes for a number of competitions were awarded.
As promised, lady Captain Patricia flew in with minutes to spare to present prizes to the winners. Many thanks to our competition sponsors during the past month: Liam Bowler, club professional; lady members Carmel Murphy, Louise Boshoff, Liz D’Arcy, Mary McMahon; Shaws Department Store; Sam McCauley Chemist.
A big thank you to the ladies from the committee who displayed the prizes so well on the night. And of course, well done to all the prize-winners.
April 14-19, three-person team event, pink ball, sponsored by Sam McCauley Chemist, North Main Street (65 played): 1, Helen Robinson (8), Leonie Furlong (12), Cathríona Walsh (13), 70 (back nine); 2, Lily Rowe (15), Theresa Kehoe (16), Madge Murphy (17), 70 (back nine); 3, Josephine Brennan (17), Una Robinson (18), Helen Kinsella (19), 70 (back nine).
Noreen Power (16) took the honours in the nine-hole competition with 14 points.
Entries for the club mixed matchplay are now open. Please put your names on the entry sheet and also put €10 into one of the envelopes available from the bar, seal it and write your names and the title ‘mixed foursomes’ on the front and hand the envelope to the bar person. The closing date for entries is Sunday, May 13.
The sheet for the J.J. Devereux singles matchplay competition is now in the locker room. The closing date for entries is May 17.
There will be separate competitions for handicaps 0-36 and 37 plus. Please place €5 in an envelope with your name and handicap and leave it in the card box.
PAULINE’S GOLF SOCIETY
Captains day hosted by Alan Nixon was held in New Ross golf club on Saturday, April 21.
The popular captain was well supported on the day with a fine turnout of members and visitors.
Colin Fenlon proved once again to be the man to catch, with a terrific 43 points to take first place on the day. Nearest contender to him was the evergreen Dickie O’Neill with 38 points, followed closely behind by Liam Connolly, and Gerry Foley both of whom had a score of 37 points. Liam taking third spot on the count back.And bringing up the rear in fifth place was Michael Jordan on 35 points.
Nearest to pin prizes went to Gerry Foley, visitors Lar Murray,and Tommy Liston and member Aidan Buckley. Visitors prize went to Tommy Liston. Longest drive Colin Fenlon, who also surged ahead of Liam Connolly to take the Player of the year trophy by a narrow margin of just 3 points over the year.
Past President’s and past Captain’s prize went to Michael Jordan. Congratulations to all, and many thanks to all those who made the effort to turn out for the final day of our 2017/2018 season.
Our new season begins after our rescheduled Annual general meeting, which will take place on Thursday, May 3, at 8pm in the Workman’s club. All members please note that for the society to function, we will need a few new faces to run the affairs of the society for the coming season.
Incoming captain Brendan Byrne plans to set the ball rolling with his first outing penciled in for the Gold Coast Golf Club on Saturday, May 12, at 10am. The usual list for those intending to play will be available in Pauline’s bar up to and including Tuesday the 8th at 8pm.
ROSSLARE GOLF CLUB
The draws have now been made for the Singles (Pettit Cup ) and Foursomes (Walsh Cup) Club Championships in Rosslare. Some interesting matches have resulted and members are asked to arrange their games as soon as possible.
The Open Singles on Wednesday produced some very good scoring. The winner Kevin Collins (6) had birdies at the 12th and 14th in halves of 20 points to beat Tony Wright (13) by one point. Tony had a great front nine of 23 points.
The score of the day came from the third placed Gary Collins (plus 3). Gary started with a bogey but then had birdies at the 2nd, 3rd, 7th, 12th, 13th, 15th and 16th and in spite of finishing 5,5 had a five under par gross score of 67. Fourth on 37 points was Joe Moran Jnr. (6).
Results - Saturday, April 21, Scotch Foursomes - 1st: John McNicholas (24), Arthur Lyons(26) 67.2; 2nd: Jim Cullimore (6), John McDonald (23) 67.2; 3rd: Liam Duggan (5), Cillian Duggan (19) 67.4.
Sunday, April 22, Singles PGA Tankard - 1st: Eamonn Goggin (18) 40 points; 2nd: Peter Cafferkey (15) 39 points; 3rd: Tony Wright (13) 39 points; 4th: Conor Kelly (2) 38 points; Gross: Gary Collins (plus 3) 35 points; Vet: Martin Flynn (11) 36 points; 1st nine: Shay Davies (13) 21 points; 2nd nine: Tony O’Leary (2) 20 points.
ENNISCORTHY GOLF CLUB
Monday open, singles stableford, April 23 (sponsored by EGC) - 1st: Paul Connolly (7) 40 points. Standard Scratch 73 (35 stapleford points). Midweek 9 hole, singles stableford, April 25 (sponsored by EGC) - Overall: Peter O’Shea (14) 22 points; Category A: Martin Sludds (4) 19 points L6; Category B: Joe Leacy (14) 18 points; Category C: Patsy O’Connor (15) 20 points; Category D: Liam Swan (27) 19 points L3 (69 players).
Presentation for all the May midweek’s will be on May 31 at 9pm. All winners are expected to attend to support our sponsors. Next week’s sponsor is Sanrose.
Gents 3 person team (waltz) April 28 and 29 (sponsored by Mr Luke Finn) - 1st: David Bradley (19), Philip Browne (12) and Michael Farrell (12) 86 points; 2nd: James Gilbert (4), Raj Tirbhowan (17) and Ger Turner (18) 82 points; 3rd: Anthony Byrne (12), Paul Connolly (7) and Adam Jordan (6) 81 points (B3).
COURTOWN GOLF CLUB
Well there seemed to be a touch of Spring in the air over the past weekend and it certainly was great to see the course much busier than it has been over the last while , long may it continue.
We had another good week on out teams front when our Irish Mixed Foursomes Team had a good win over Rosslare. Our Barton Cup team will be out to challenge Enniscorthy next weekend, again we wish them all well in their future rounds.
On another positive note we are delighted to welcome out new Golfing Professionals, Paul Morris and James Roche to Courtown.
The club along with the two professionals have made some alterations to the existing Pro Shop which allowed them to start their work ahead of schedule.
The duo were in situ on Saturday last which was slightly ahead of their proposed date of next Tuesday. These two young men will already be well known to quite a few members as they previously ran the golf shop at Gorey Driving Range.
The Executive Committee have decided to hold a Golf Classic on Monday, June 4, to raise some funds for one of our long time staff members John Burke. John has been battling a serious illness for some time now and this classic is being arranged with the consent of his family. The cost of entering a team in this classic will be €160 for a team of four, a meal will be included in the cost. Teams can be entered by phoning the office on 053 9425166. There will also be an opportunity to sponsor a tee or green on the day . Results.
Sunday, April 22, Any Combination Invitation Fourball - 1st: Eugene Hogan (18), Christy White (15) 45 points; 2nd: Fergal Noonan (12), Colm Noonan (21) 41 points; 3rd: Des Roche (6), Mike Hooke (18) 40 points.
Wednesday, April 25, Gents Singles - 1st: Danny Whitty (15) 33 points; 2nd: Eoin Sheriff (15) 32 points; 3rd: Paddy Stamp ( 20) 30 points.(last 9); 4th: Tom Ryan (21) 30 points.
Saturday, April 28, Benefit Day in aid of St. Aidans and Gorey District Hospital - 1st: David Kennedy, Niall Murray, Justin Kenny, and Martin Griffiths 83 points; 2nd: Karl Caulfield, Danny Whitty, Colin Browne, Jimmy Furlong, 79 points.
WEXFORD GOLF CLUB
The winners of the Wednesday, April 18 open singles were - 1st: Terry Lyons (13) 36 points; 2nd: Sean Farrell (13) 35 points; 3rd: Anthony Corish (9) 30 points; B9: Seamus Thomas (27) won the vets with 18 points.
The free sub competition, April 20 to 22, was won by Sean Farrell (13) with 43 points. Mark Codd (18) was second with 41 points, while Seamus Sills (26) took third on the back 6 with 40 points. Leo Connolly won gross with 33 points and Nicky Lacey (20) won the vets with 40 points.
Daily prizes were won by Tom Foran (12) 39 points, David Sullivan (8) 39 points and Andy (14) 40 points.
The competition on Wednesday 25th was won by Martin Frehill (20) and Ted Mangan (16) with 34 points on the back seven from John Ffrench (11) and Mick Creane (13). Tom Anslow won the joker jackpot on Sunday, while Christine Goff won €100 last Sunday. Hard luck to the J. B. Carr and Irish mixed foursomes teams who both had narrow losses to Bunclody over the past week.
This weekend’s competition was sponsored by our professional Liam Bowler. The winner, of a handicap of 5 was Graham Robinson with 40 points. Paul Gaddern (13) took second place from Larry Gainfort (12) on the back 9, both with 39 points. Marl Mullen won gross with 33 points (B9), Marty Walsh (6) won third from Michael Moran (21) on the back 9, both 38 points. Vice-Captain Larry O’Neill (8) won the vets with 37 points.
An added bonus to this years’ competition is the super 6 competition with the top 24 scores to qualify. Details of qualifiers can be found on www.wexfordgolfclub.ie/ mensresults. Draw will take place on May 6.
ENNISCORTHY LADIES
Weather conditions once again interfered with our competition on Tuesday last and it was cancelled. This competition will be played at a later date.
We had our monthly presentation of prizes on Tuesday night for our Breast Cancer and Burke O’Leary’s competitions. We were delighted to raise €500 for the Breast Cancer Research Fund.
Next weeks competition is sponsored by Walter Bourke’s and is a stroke medal competition.
Our Intermediate team played Waterford in Kilkenny on Saturday and had a fantastic win. The winning streak continued for the Junior Cup team who played Callan in