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NEW ROSS SENIORS
It was a changed scenario on Thursday, with intermittent rain softening up the course and curtailing the run on the ball unlike previous weeks.
This led to reduced scoring tallies where an extra club was needed to get the necessary distance to the green. Consequently, many a good shot ended up short as did many of the putts failing to reach their target.
However, as is always, there was one team which overcame the changed conditions and they rattled in a winning total.
Proving that a good start is half the battle, the team of Patsy Farrell (20), Kenny Irwin (21), Jamesie Wallace (22) and Les Jastrebski (25) shot 54 points on the outward nine holes and, adding 47 points on the back nine, they were the overall winners with a grand total of 101 points.
On 99 points and placed second (but who missed the putt to make the magic 100 points?) were John Browne (13), Willie Byrne (14), Paddy Bennett (20) and Tom Kent (25).
The third prize was won by John Hosey (14), Michael Kavanagh (16), Paddy Mahony (19) and Colin Casey (22) with 98 points.
Only one nearest the pin prize was won and that on the ninth hole by Patsy Farrell with an effort of 41 inches (and yes, he did get the putt for a valuable birdie).
The next Seniors’ outing is on Thursday, September 20, with our normal tee-times booked from 10 a.m. We have no game next week as the course is closed for sanding and coring, but we have a big group of Seniors heading to Tipperary for three days of golf.
We tee off in Tipperary G.C. on Wednesday at 3 p.m. (perhaps earlier), and all players should be in the clubhouse by 2 p.m. at the latest. It’s on then to Ballykisteen for dinner and overnight stay with our game there scheduled for 1 p.m. on Thursday, with dinner at 7 p.m.
We have another round on their championship course on Friday morning, with the tee-times from 10 a.m.
NEW ROSS
Tuesday fourball, August 28: 1, Michael Kavanagh and Pat Shannon, 36 points; 2, Denis KIrwan and Willie Whitty, 35 points (last nine); 3, Brendan Duffin and Noel Dunne, 35 points.
Club Cup sponsored by Prim-Ed. (S.S., Friday 71, Saturday/Sunday 70): 1, Seamus Aldridge (11), 133; 2, Derek Ronan (2), 137; 3, John Howlin (10), 138 (last nine); gross, Michael Ryan Jnr., 143; Cat. 1, John Flynn (8), 138; Cat. 2, Darren Tutty (10), 139; Cat. 3, Noel Dunne (19), 141; first 18, Rory Hussey, 69 (last six); second 18, Patrick Bennett, 68 (last nine).
We wish to thank the following sponsors who were omitted from a recent list of Club Classic sponsors: Harry Dooley’s, Byrne’s Opticians, Dermot Kehoe Hardware, Kelly’s Garage.
THE GATE SOCIETY
The Gate Golfing Society held its sixth outing at New Ross Golf Club on September 1. We were playing for our Captain’s prize (Michael Lee), and we want to thank the club for all their help and assistance.
The course was in excellent condition, with the greens immaculate. The sponsors were The Gate Golfing Society, Dick Merrigan, John Holden, David Lee and Fintan Walsh.
Results: 1, David Purcell (17), 37 points; 2, Connie Hayes (17), 36 points; 3, Declan Merrigan (10), 35 points (countback); 4, Martin Kehoe (8), 35 points (countback); 5, Walter Holden (25), 34 points (countback); 6, Michael Gannon (18), 34 points (countback); 7, Kenny Irwin (21), 33 points; 8, Mick Walsh (16), 31 points (countback); 9, Paul Griffin (13), 31 points (countback); 10, John Kehoe (20), 31 points (countback); past Captain, Martin Kehoe; Seniors’ prize, Michael Lee; nearest the pin, Martin Kehoe; longest drive, David Purcell; visitor’s prize, Tom O’Connor; twos club winners: Martin Kehoe, Tom O’Connor, Fintan Whelan; golfer of the year, Walter Holden.
A great day was had by all the golfers, and thanks to Michael Lee.
Our next outing is our weekend away on September 28 and 29.
BUNCLODY
September 1 and 2, professional’s prize (Gary McLean): 1, Graham O’Connell (18), 69; 2, James Fenlon (6), 71; gross, Rory McCarthy (+1), 75; 3, Tom Swaine (19), 73; 4, Clive Murphy (6), 73.
September 5, Wednesday open singles: 1, Cathal Kelly (20, Newbridge), 42 points; 2, Ronan Kelleher (6, Kilkenny), 40 points; 3, Paul O’Connor (5, Galway Bay), 39 points; best lady, Phyl Farrell (27, Carlow), 38 points.
ENNISCORTHY LADIES
Last Tuesday’s competition was an invitational fundraiser. It was a beautiful day and there were many visiting players who took the opportunity to play our course which is in fantastic condition.
Results: 1, Anna Kelly (30/27, Rosslare), Mary Furlong (33/30, New Ross), 47 points; 2, Eileen Kent (23/21, Wexford), Ger Draper (23/21, Wexford), 44 points; 3, Beppi O’Connor (19/17, Wexford), Teresa Bailey (15/14, Enniscorthy), 43 points; 4, Bernie Power (28/25, Wexford), Mary McCauley (19/17, Enniscorthy), 42 points (back nine); nine-hole qualifier: 1, Fiona Asple, 21 points; 2, Betty O’Leary, 18 points.
Next week’s competition is a team event and is sponsored by Glamour and Ottavia Boutiques.
A new programme of Ladies’ Get Into Golf has just started. If you are interested in taking up golf, contact Maeve (086-8889246).
BALLYMONEY
Ladies’ singles, Sunday, September 2: 1, Siobhán Reilly (36), 33 points; 2, Emer Kohlmann (9), 33 points; 3, Sue Phillips (1), 32 points.
Wednesday nine-hole competition (mixed): 1, Rudi Wortmann (15), 23 points; 2, Philip Moore (15), 22 points; 3, Stephen Greene (16), 20 points.
Ron Breen’s President’s prize was played for on Sunday in fine weather, with the course in perfect condition. Thanks again to Ron and his staff for all their hard work.
Richard McDonald (8) won with a fine 41 points. Bob Kelly (12) was second with 38 points, and Gary O’Grady (22) was third with 38 points.
Anthony P. Doyle (14) was fourth with 37 points, and Anthony D. Doyle (12) was fifth with 36 points.
Anthony Fortune (13) was seventh with 36 points, while Aidan Gahan (20) was eighth with 36 points. The front nine went to John McGrath, and the back nine was won by Ger Curran.
For the second week in a row, Sammy Walker won the gross prize with 78 strokes. Club President Ron Breen was delighted to see such a big turn-out.
DONOHOE’S SOCIETY
Donohoe’s Society played Quinnagh House on Sunday, with 19 players in total.
Results: 1, John Cahill, 38 points; 2, John Sullivan, 37 points; 3, ‘Cockney’ Murphy, 34 points. Cha O’Brien took home the birdie money.
The preliminary round of the matchplay was staged, with the winners going through to the first round proper.
The draw was done with Trevor Murphy to play ‘Cockney’ Murphy, Jim Breen v. John Cahill, Owen Murphy v. Martin Collins, Lar Morrissey v. Paul Breen, Cha O’Brien v. Pat Morrissey, Cha Kearney v. Cliff Weber, Nicky Cahill v. Andrew Holden, and John Sullivan v. Sam Farnan.
Next Sunday we play Blackwater with the yellow ball competition taking place. Please be there by 8.45 a.m.
64 SOCIETY
The 64 Golf Society Captain’s prize was played at Courtown Golf Club on Saturday. The weather started a little damp but improved as the day progressed.
The course was in excellent condition. Following the Captain’s dinner in the clubhouse, Jim thanked all those who played. He also thanked all those who helped to make the day a success.
Our next outing will be to Rathsallagh Golf Club on Saturday, October 6. All members will be informed in the usual manner.
Results (33 members played and two visitors): 1, Paul Kehoe (14) , 37 points; 2, Bryan Hughes (15), 34 points (last nine); 3, Noel McCartan (11), 34 points; gross, Noel Ivanoff (8), 25 points; 4, Jimmy Woods (14), 33 points; 5, Michael O’Shaughnessy (22), 32 points; 6, Donal Keenan (15), 31 points (last nine); first nine, Karl Caulfield (9), 19 points; second nine, Ray McGrath (10), 18 points; past Captains, Noel McCartan (11), 34 points; golfer of the year: 1, Brendan Travers (10), 70 points; 2, Paul Kehoe (14), 67 points; 3, Colm Sheehan (4), 66 points; nearest the pin on the 18th, Noel Ivanoff (8).
COURTOWN
If any further proof was needed that our summer season is quickly drawing to a close, all we have to do is look at next weekend’s timesheet which will be an any combination fourball hamper.
September 2, ladies’ and gents’ singles sponsored by King Cod: 1, Alan McDonald (1), 39 points; 2, Larry D’Arcy (11), 38 points; 3, Ross Steedman (0), 36 points (last nine); 4, Eric Colin (20), 36 points; ladies: 1, Katie O’Hart (4), 34 points.
Gents’ open singles, Wednesday, September 5: 1, Eric Poole (14), 38 points; 2, Alan Daly (3, Druids Heath), 37 points; 3, Brian Besanson (17), 36 points (last nine); 4, Joseph McCabe (7, Killeen), 36 points.
Gents’ Seniors’ open, Thursday, September 6: 1, Jim Peppard (20), 40 points; Cat. 1: 1, E. Reynolds (14, Roscrea), 38 points; 2, Kevin Ivers (25), 37 points; Cat. 2: 1, Matthew Burke (25, Arklow), 39 points (last nine); 2, Evan Stack (16), 39 points; Cat. 3: 1, Michael Sheil (19), 33 points; 2, Conal Clancy (20), 32 points.
Gents’ fourball, Saturday, September 8, sponsored by Stafford’s Bakery: 1, Bryan Hughes (15), Noel McCartan (11), 42 points (last nine); 2, Des Roche (5), Pat Kenny (11), 42 points; 3, John Wheatly (12), Joe Wheatly (24, Old Conna), 41 points.