Golf notes: Draw for matchplay stage of the King Harmon Cup
Kay O’Loughlin presents the Hession Cup to winner to Mary Kenny at Castlerea Golf Club.
RESULTS: Power Property Women’s Open October 28th, October 29th and October 30th, 1st, Sheila Buckley Byrne (Mount Temple) (20), 36 pts; 2nd, Triona Clinton (Mount Temple) (16), 35 pts; 3rd, Maeve Holmes (16), 34 pts. Chica 15-hole women's competition on Saturday, October 28th, Sunday, October 29th, and Tuesday, October 31st, 1st, Carol McGetrick (26), 28 pts; 2nd, Claire Dowling (27), 27 pts. Nine-hole club competition on Saturday, October 28th, Sunday, October 29th, and Tuesday, October 31st, 1st, Bernie Stapleton (22), 18 pts; 2nd, Angela Veldon (13), 17 pts. The Get into Golf Year 2 winner was Joan Conway (27), 23 pts. ’97 Club on Thursday, November 2nd, 1st, Geraldine Boland, 25 pts; 2nd, Cathryn Mannion, 21 pts (B6). The results of the Power Property Halloween Open men’s singles stableford were: first nett, Thomas Healy (28), 39 pts (B9); Cat A (0-7), Conor Quilty (6), 35 pts; Cat B (8-15), Fergal Shine (14), 39 pts; Cat C (16-23), Tom Donohoe (16), 37 pts; Cat D (24+), Patrick Kenny (27), 36 pts. Paul Gilligan (9), 34 points, was winner of the Wednesday Open 15-hole competition on Wednesday, October 25th. Liam Martin and Kenneth Martin, 38 points (B6), were winners of the 15-hole fourball (Plumbers Invitational) on Monday, October 30th. Results from AWGS Terry Carmody’s Prize on Thursday, October 26th, were: winner, Frank Sheeran, 35 pts; 2nd, P. McNamara, 33 pts; 3rd, E. Moloney, 32 pts; Class 1, D. O’Donoghue, P. Burke; Class 2, J. Kinahan, P. Madden; Class 3, PJ Martin, PJ Lenehan; Vets, R. Tierney.
RESULTS: The winner of the ladies’ 18-hole stableford competition on October 20th/22nd was Marie Cassidy on 35 points. Ogie Moran won the 18-hole ladies’ stableford competition over the Bank Holiday weekend with 36 points. Well done ladies.
LATE LIZ DWYER: Everyone in Boyle Golf Club was shocked and saddened to hear about the sudden death of Liz Dwyer. It still seems hard to comprehend that such a fate could befall an energetic, positive and health-conscious person such as Liz. Along with her husband Jimmy, Liz was a true stalwart of Boyle Golf Club for several decades. She served on the club’s committees in several capacities, including Captain, President and Treasurer. She was a very talented golfer, having at one point held the lowest handicap in the ladies’ section for several years. She was renowned for the keenly competitive but sporting spirit with which she played the game. It was these qualities that made her a key member of the Boyle team that won a Connacht Mixed Foursomes title in 1998 — one of the club’s greatest days. Liz was a proud member of the Carty family and was constantly supportive of her extended family on and off the golf course. She helped out in the club in a myriad of different ways apart from her committee work, including ensuring the clubhouse looked its best on the days of major competitions. The club extends its deepest sympathies to the Carty family, and most especially to her husband Jimmy Dwyer.
KING HARMON: The draw for the matchplay stage of the King Harmon Cup tournament has been made. The pairings for the first round were as follows: Charlie O'Donnell v Paddy McLoughlin, Mark Whelan v Colin Garvin, Lochlainn Conboy v Frank Casserly, Terry Canning v Michael Simon, Dessie Murphy v Gabriel Lavin, Brendan Gaffney v Lee McKillen, Owen Garvin v Ross Andrew, Lorcan Egan v Noel McKenna. There were some very tight matches in this round. Colin and Mark’s match went to an extra hole, with Colin winning on the 19th. All of the above matches have now been played. The pairings for the next round are as follows: Charlie O'Donnell v Colin Garvin, Lochlainn Conboy v Terry Canning, Dessie Murphy v Brendan Gaffney, Ross Andrew v Lorcan Egan.
AGM SEASON: The men’s club AGM took place on November 5th. The ladies’ AGM is up next on November 12th. The overall Club Management AGM takes place on December 5th. All the AGMs will be held at 5 p.m. in the clubhouse on the appointed date. Those who wish to join a committee, or propose a motion for the AGM should make contact with a committee member and post their motion/nomination on the clubhouse notice board at least seven days before the respective meeting. All committees would greatly welcome expressions of interest to join.
BANK HOLIDAY COMPETITION: The Shambles competition scheduled to be played on the Bank Holiday weekend was cancelled.
CAPTAIN’S OUTING: Liam Whyte's Captain’s outing for the men takes place to Esker Hills Golf Club on Saturday next and Mount Temple on Sunday next.
LATE MARY MENTON: It is with deep sadness that Carrick Golf Club learned about the death of past Lady Captain Mary Menton, Termonfeckin, formerly of Boyle and Clontarf. Beloved daughter of the late Dr Brendan and Anna Menton. Much loved partner of Robin and cherished sister of Brendan, Kevin, Colm and Malachy, and sister-in-laws Linda, Audrey, Geraldine and Barbara. Adored aunt of Ronan, Aisling, Ailbhe, Niamh, Sarah, Suzanne, Jill, Kevin, Peter, Kenneth, Brendan, Danielle, Emma, Jack and Cathal and her grandnieces and nephews. Mary will also be greatly missed by her aunt Gina, by her former husband Michael and her extended family, friends and business colleagues. Mary’s Funeral service took place on Thursday, November 2nd, in St. John's Church, Clontarf Road, followed by cremation in Dardistown Crematorium. Mary was a very popular and hardworking member of the club. Carrick Golf Club would like to extend its sympathy to all her family and friends.
LOTTO RESULTS: The lotto jackpot stands at €1300. Last week’s winner of €30 was Jessie Doherty. Anyone who would like to join the lotto should contact Sheila Carney or Ann Cox.
GIFT VOUCHERS: Christmas gift vouchers are available from the office in the club, so treat that someone special in your life this Christmas with a gift voucher. Please contact the office for details.
RESULTS: Men’s 15-hole competition on November 4th and 5th, 1st, Liam Bagnell, 35 pts; Cat 1, Charlie Farrell, 33 pts; Cat 2, Michael Connaughton, 32 pts; Cat 3, Michael Healy, 33 pts; Gross, John McHale, 27 Gross points. Men’s 18-hole competition on October 28th and 29th, 1st, Rodger Hynes, 42 pts; Cat 1, Liam Casey, 40 pts; Cat 2, Clement McCormack, 41 pts; Cat 3, Andrew Lawlor, 38 pts. Men’s seniors competition on November 2nd, winner, Michael Dolan; Cat 1, Kevin Glynn; Cat 2, Peter Brady; Cat 3, Pat Finneran; Cat 4, Michael O’Brien. Ladies’ seniors competition on November 2nd was for their Christmas hamper over nine holes. Noreen O’Grady was the winner. Kay Ruane was second and Jane Hunt was third.
AGM SEASON: The men’s AGM will be held on Friday, November 17th, in the clubhouse at 7.30 p.m.. The ladies’ AGM will be held on Sunday, November 19th, in the clubhouse at 6 p.m.. That will be followed by the main club AGM at 7.30 p.m. on the same evening. The club would encourage as many full members to attend these meetings as it is a great way to find out what is happening in the club. Those interested in helping out on any committees within the club should contact the club’s men’s or lady captain.
