ON THE FAIRWAYS
BUNCLODY
August 11 and 12, men’s monthly medal: 1, Adrian Power (7), 67; 2, Ger Bolger (12), 68; gross, Alan Harrington (3), 73; 3, Tim Kelly (17), 71; 4, Martin Guidera (9), 71.
Ladies’ fifth monthly medal, August 10-14: 1, Maria Dwyer (21), 64 nett; 2, Maria De La Paz Pinotti (20), 64 nett; gross, Lucy Healy (12), 82; 3, Margaret Byrne (34), 72 nett.
August 15, Wednesday open singles - men’s results: 1, Ben Brosnan (13), 39 points; 2, Pat Bolger (18), 39 points; 3, Tony O’Loughlin (19), 38 points; ladies’ results: 1, Ann Donnellan (29, Milltown), 37 points; 2, Ann Morgan (29, Milltown), 36 points.
NEW ROSS SENIORS
What better way to enjoy a game of golf than something featuring great scoring, great camaraderie, and a beautiful golf course on which to do it?
That was the story from our final away outing of the season at Dungarvan on Monday of last week. The course was in pristine condition and to quote from a well-known advertisement, ‘probably’ the best course on which we played all year.
The scoring reflected the conditions and a change in format where all players took part in the club’s open singles competition and played our own team game as well, with the best three cards counting out of our teams of four.
Keeping up his rich vein of form, the recent winner of Harry Rheinhart’s President’s prize, Tommy Liston, led his team to victory with a cracking final total of 112 points.
Backed up by Frank Boyle, Francis Coghlan and Seamus McLaurence, they had five points to spare over their nearest challengers.
On 107 points and placed second were Tommy Ryan, Kenny Irwin, Aidan Kent (the comeback kid) and Jim ‘Dublin’ Ryan.
Third spot went to Denis Kirwan, Billy Redmond, Larry Shannon and Jamesie Murphy with 104 points.
The 101 points scored by John Browne, Michael Brennan, Tom Kent and Aidan Wallace proved good enough to claim fourth prize, whilst John Kennedy, Michael Gannon, John Joe Murray and Donie Cody finished fifth with 100 points.
Many thanks go to Irene Lynch in Dungarvan Golf Club for facilitating us by giving us a block booking on the timesheet which was very much appreciated by our travelling contingent.
Back on home turf on Thursday, twelve teams were out on a dry but breezy day which kept the overall scores down somewhat.
A change of format to a champagne scramble waltz was the main reason for this, producing low scores well below the normal for our Seniors. Added to that, some teams did not get the gist of the waltz, leading to confusion in compiling the scores, so the motto in future should be - keep it simple.
The team of Tony Harford, Michael Kavanagh, Liam Glasheen and Richie Byrne emerged victorious with a final total of 89 points by virtue of a better last three holes.
Ray Shannon, John Fitzpatrick, John F. Roche and Michael Long finished second with the same total (89 points). On 85 points and in third spot came Johnny Browne, Willie Byrne, Mikey Lee and Tom Kent.
We had excitement too when one of our esteemed members won a nearest the pin prize with a hole-in-one. Congratulations to Willie Byrne who had the rare distinction of shooting that hole-in-one on the ninth hole, and to Willie Whitty who was nearest the pin on the eleventh hole.
PAULINE’S SOCIETY
Our trip to Carrick-on-Suir on August 11 was called off due to the inclement weather, to the disappointment of those planning to travel.
Next on the calendar will be the ever-popular Enniscorthy course on Saturday, September 1. As usual, members and visitors who intend to travel should show their intentions by placing their names on the sheet in Pauline’s Bar before 8 p.m. on Wednesday, August 29.
Members’ attention is drawn to the fact that the annual subscription for those who have not paid is now overdue.
NEW ROSS
Tuesday fourball sponsored by Seán Murphy, Pat Whelan and Robert Dwyer: 1, Mary Molloy (Edenderry, 20) and Noeline Delahunty (Edenderry, 12) 39 points; 2, John Aylward (15) and Murt Hoban (20), 38 points; 3, Eoin Kissane (7) and Declan Stapleton (16), 37 points (last nine).
Club classic sponsored by Culcita Garden Furniture: 1, John Murphy (12), Aidan Somers (18), Borris Pat Doyle (16), John Flynn (8), 113 points; 2, Liz Roberts (23), Patricia Conway (36), Bernadette Murphy (28), Carmel McGrath (36), 112 points; 3, John Hartley (24), Hugh O’Connor (19), Jack Murphy (17), Paddy Bennett (20), 111 points; 4, Richie Aylward (19), Martin Carroll (13), Eamon Dungan (5), Leo Carroll (11), 111 points; 5, Seamus Lee (24), Pat Graham (23), Ber Moore (14), Seamus Cuddihy (18), 109 points; 6, Andy Culleton (19), Leo Booth (20), Eamon Murphy (19), Harry Doran (12), 109 points; 7, Michael Kavanagh (16), John O’Leary (19), Charlie Collins (17), Paul Cleary (9), 106 points; 8, Kenny Barrett (19), Val Molloy (13), George Foley (15), Liam Wall (15), 105 points; ladies: 1, Agnes Whelan (26), Kathleen Walsh (37), Eibhlin Kielthy (31), Peggy Hill (29), 99 points; 2, Mary O’Leary (13), Ger Mackey (13), Breda McManus (21), Eleanor Roche (21), 97 points; Seniors: 1, Hugh O’Connor, Mossy Walsh, Ger O’Brien, Dan Quigley, 104 points; 2, Ned Conway (14), John Aylward (15), Richard O’Brien (16, Portumna), Martin Carroll (13), 103 points; mixed, Mick Logue, Rita Dunphy, Jean Russell, M. O’Regan, 101 points; best visitor, Paul Cashin’s team; men’s nearest the pin, Joe Bohanna, 55cm; ladies’ nearest the pin, Ann Curtis, 6ft 4ins.
Split The Pot was won by the Saturday Regulars who collected €76. The next draw is on Tuesday, August 21.
NEW ROSS LADIES
Wednesday’s competition sponsored by Brooks Jewellers: 1, Bridget Murphy (26), 39 points; 2, Adeline Foxe (20), 38 points; 3, Patricia Quinn (26), 37 points (last six); 4, Marguerite Sutton (20), 37 points.
Wednesday’s competition was our President’s (Harry Rheinhardt) prize to the ladies. It was 18-hole stroke (medal) and congratulations to all the winners, well done.
Results: 1, Mary Shannon (17), 70 nett; 2, Adeline Foxe (20), 72 nett; gross, Maria Burford, 90 (last nine); 3, Carmel Fenlon (21), 73 nett (last nine); 4, Tess Ryan (25), 73 nett (last nine).
Ladies, a reminder that the first round of the club matchplay has to be played by Tuesday, August 21.
The semi-Final of the Boyne Trophy on Monday, August 27, in Edenderry, with the team managed by Anne Healy, is getting closer ladies, so I hope you are getting your iron every day and living on greens.
The final of the Revive Active takes place on Monday, September 10, in Ballybunion, managed by Eileen Cullinan. Teamwork is working together - even when apart.
Safe journey to all the team players who are travelling long distances for the practice round before the matches. Your time and dedication is very much appreciated.
TAGHMON SOCIETY
The society went to Faithlegg G.C. on July 28 where 52 players endured the searing heat of the current drought conditions, but no fog this time thankfully.
Everyone was full of trepidation and hope in trying to win the big one of the year, Captain Rory Murphy’s prize, and the honours went to my ould Woodenbridge playing partner where he was taught how to play golf by yours truly.
Yes, it was the man with more hair on his chin than on his head, Frank Kennedy. Congratulations from everyone in the society sir.
Results: 1, Frank Kennedy (16), 43; 2, Kevin Cardiff (23), 42; 3, Jimmy O’Leary (20), 39; Cat. 1, Noel Kendrick (12), 38; Cat. 2, Jason White (17), 38; Cat. 3, Tom Delaney (28), 36; past Captain’s prize, Barry McGrath (20), 37; front nine, Larry Curtin (28), 21; back nine, Anthony Wadding (13), 23; nearest the pin (ninth), Eddie Cousins, 4’7”; nearest the pin (16th), Jason White 14’; visitor, Dermot Breen (14), 31.
The three winners of the twos club - Noel Kendrick, Frank Kennedy and Jimmy O’Leary - each received €30.
After the game we all headed back to our pub homebase via road and ferry to our kind sponsor for the day, Dolores Sydney of Alice Brady’s pub in Taghmon where we all watched the big hurling match, Galway v. Clare, and traded stories on the day’s incidents.
When that was over, 40 hungry men headed down the street to the Country Bistro, for a sumptuous feed courtesy of Mary McGee in her lovely restaurant, and the prize-giving. Rory’s speech was short and sweet thankfully!
He thanked Dolores, Mary and her staff, Faithlegg G.C. and everyone that turned up for his day. Almost all the committee were thanked for their work during the year in keeping the society vibrant and well run. After that it was back to Brady’s to see the night out. It was a great day out in all.
As you all know, we are heading for The Heritage Golf Resort in September for a long overdue weekend away. Full payments will be collected at the next outing, the last chance as it is the last outing prior to the trip away.
There are a limited number of places so book in if you want to go.
The new society tee-shirts and half tops are now available to order, and if you want one contact Ballor.
The society went to Tramore G.C. on August 18 on a gusty day where 38 players battled the sea fog conditions all day long. A new winner on the rostrum was the result so congratulations to George Dee on his maiden win in the society. Looking forward to the cut of three?
The full results were: 1st: George Dee (28) 39; 2nd: Jason White (16) 37 B9; 3rd: Sean Sexton (12) 37; Cat. 1: Frank Kennedy (13) 36; Cat. 2: Ted Mangan (17) 31; Cat. 3: Seamus McLoughlin (28) 36; F9: Shane McLoughlin (15) 22; B9: Jim O’Keeffe (18) 19; NTP (15th): Paddy Kearney 4’10”; Visitor: Jim Wadding (11) 41. There was two winners of the two’s club, Nicky Cousins and Jim O’Keeffe who each received €40. Two latecomers rejoined after a few years absence, welcome back to the society lads, Jim McGee and Shane McLoughlin.
As you all know we are heading for The Heritage Golf Resort in September for a long overdue weekend away. Deposits or full payments will be collected at the next outing. There are a limited number of places so book early to avoid disappointment. The new society tee-shirts and half tops are now available to order, if you want one contact Ballor.
Next outing is in Waterford G.C. on 1st September starting at 2:30. As usual let a committee member know whether you are playing or not. Bring along a friend as a visitor.
BALLYMONEY
Wednesday 9 hole competition (mixed) - 1st: Paul Hughes (20) 20 points; 2nd: Robbie Kehoe (13) 19 points; 3rd: Charlie Logan (12) 19 points. Matchplay semi-finals: Phillip Moore bt Joey Wadding; Eugene O Brien Snr bt Brian Delaney. Ladies singles open played on Friday, August 17 - 1st: Orla O’Brien (36) Courtown GC 39 points; 2nd: Tracey Hutton (27) 38 points; 3rd: Cora Ryan (30) Elm Park GC 38 points. Weekend singles Stableford (Gents) - 1st: Christie Dodson (22) 42 points; 2nd: Paul Forde (28) 42 points; 3rd: Aaron Condren (17) 40 points, holding off Troy Kenny, Bob Kelly, Kevin Byrne and Conor Carty on countback. Reminder Mr Ron Breen,’s Presidents prize will be played for next Sunday.
ST HELEN’S BAY
We’re getting back to more leisurely golf following our hugely successful Open Weeks.
We were blessed with glorious weather and the crowds responded with over 1500 members and visitors, ladies and gents enjoying two weeks of great golf. Congratulations to all the winners, and a big thank you to our loyal and generous sponsors.
We offer our condolences to members who lost loved ones recently; Shay Thornton on the death of his wife Bernie, Gerry Byrne on the death of his sister Breda also John Lyons on the death of his Brother and Stephan Southam on the death of his Mother.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anamacha dilis.
Results - Monday, August 6, Coast Hotels – 1st: Sam Small (6, Elm Park) 41 points (countback); 2nd: Padraig Tiernan (13) 41 points; 3rd: Seamus Kelly (6) 40 points (countback).
Tuesday, August 7, SuperValu 9 Holes – 1st:Tom McConalogue (12, Rathfarnham) 22 points;
2nd: Ben Maddock (6) 21 points.
Wednesday, August 8, Bing Bay 9 Holes – 1st: Paul Lattimore (14) 22 points (countback); 2nd: Tom Comerford (6, Milltown) 22 points.
Thursday, August 9, Granite Concepts 9 Holes – 1st: Liam Mullen (7) 22 points (countback);
2nd: Paddy Barnes (7) 22 points (countback).
Friday, August 10, PFK 9 Holes – 1st: A.J. Noonan (8, Dun Laoghaire) 21 points; 2nd: Frank Reid (13) 20 points.
Sunday, August 12, Open Singles (CSS 71,37 points) – 1st: John Newport (19) 41 points (countback); 2nd: Harrison Jones (24) 41 points; 3rd: Phil Cassidy (15) 40 points (countback).
Wednesday, August 15, Seniors, Tom and Marie Tevlin (age group 66 plus (CSS 71, 37 points) – 1st: Rhodes Murphy (16) 45 points; 2nd: Gerry Byrne (12) 40 points; (Age Group 55 to 65) 1st: Brian Cawley (15) 40 points; 2nd: John Codd (16) 35 points (countback).
Friday, August 17, 9 Hole Summer League R14 – 1st: Sean Moore (5) 21 points (countback); 2nd: Eoin Moore (8) 21 points.
Saturday, August 18 Fun Day,Tom &and Verona – 1st: John Hickey (24) 51 points; 2nd: John Dunne (22) 46 points (countback); 3rd: Frank O’Kennedy 46 points; 4th: Mike Crowley (22) 44 points.
Sunday, August 19, Monthly Medal – Winner: Martin Codd (6) 66nett; Class 1: Padraig Tiernan (12) 66nett; Class 2: Paul Moran (17) 67nett; Class 3: John Hickey (24) 69nett.
Fixtures – Wednesday, August 22, Open Singles; Friday, August 24, Summer League R15; Saturday, August 25, Open Singles; Sunday, August 26, Open Singles; Wednesday, August 29, Open Singles.
ENNISCORTHY
Monday open, singles stableford, August 13 - sponsored by EGC – 1st: Keith Donnelly (7) 41 points; 2nd: Adam Jordan (4) 39 points; 3rd: Paul Connolly (7) 37 points, 32 played, CSS 73 (37 stableford points).
Prizes will be given out in the club house on the last Wednesday of the month on the same night as the midweek presentation.
Midweek 9 hole, singles stableford, August 15 - sponsored by Enniscorthy Coal Yard – Overall: Bill Whelan (10) 22 points L6; Category A: Brian Sinnott (8) 20 points L6; Category B: Eoin Mullarkey (13) 22 points; Category C: Seamus Murphy (16) 22 points; Category D: Liam Duggan (19) 21 points (62 players).
Presentation for all the August midweek’s will be on August 29. Next week’s sponsor is Donnelly Coaches. Presentation for all the August midweek’s will be on August 29.
Presidents Prize, Singles Strokes, Blue Tees, August 18 and 19 - sponsored by Mr Pat Mulvey – 1st: Eddie Doyle (9) 67 B9; 2nd: Pat Crean (18) 67; Gross: Graham Donohoe (+3) 72; 3rd: Patrick Laffan (23) 69 B9; 4th: Vincent Byrne (18) 69 B9; 5th: William Murphy (18) 69 B9; Senior: Brian Hogan (15) 70; Past President: John Cullen (11) 76; Student/Intermediate: Charlie Hogg (11) 70
162 played. SS was 73 both days
All winners are from Enniscorthy G.C. unless otherwise stated. Congratulations to each and every one of our winners and thanks to all participants, hope to see you all again very soon. A big thank you to all of our sponsors.
DONOHUE’S GOLF SOCIETY
Donohue’s Golf Society played Blackwater on Sunday , August 19, with a three-club competition taking place, 22 players in total.
Winners on the day were - 1st:Trevor Murphy 37 points; 2nd: Nicky Cahill 36 points, and 3rd: TJ Cahill 34 points. The birdie money was won by Paul Breen with two birdies.
On Sunday, August 12 we played Blackwater, winners on the day were: 1st: Cha Kearney 42 points; 2nd: Joe Byrne 39 points and 3rd: John Cahill 38 points, with Joe Byrne also taking home the birdie money.
Next Saturday we play for Paul Breen’s captains prize in New Ross, Please be there by 9.15pm.