LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS APPEAL 2nd to 8th Dec 2024
Unfortunately the Lions Club Christmas Appeal 2nd to 8th Dec 2024 was impacted by poor weather conditions. If members couldn’t play due to the poor weather, they might consider supporting the Lions club by making a donation or buying raffle tickets or Christmas cards instead. Beautiful Raffle Prizes include a Drinks Hamper, Christmas Hamper and a turkey and ham. Raffle tickets are on sale in the kiosk until Sunday 22nd Dec. All proceeds will be donated to the Lions Club Christmas Appeal. Your continued support of this worthy cause is much appreciated.
WESTGATE WINDOWS & DOORS SPONSORED GENTS WINTER LEAGUE 2024/25
Our Gents Winter League has now entered its seventh week. Thanks to everyone for making a great effort so far.
Qualifying rounds run until Friday, February 14th 2025. Competitions are over 18 holes, daily competition fee is €8 for the first 10 rounds entered, and €5 for all additional rounds.
Players can play on any day and as many times as they like during the qualifying period. To ensure your team’s success, each player is encouraged to complete a minimum of 10 rounds. The top 10 scores from 9 players on each team will count towards the team’s overall standing. Prizes awarded from now until Christmas will be festive turkey crowns and hams.
CARE OF THE GREENS
To maintain the quality of our greens throughout the winter, it was decided to assign each winter league team with responsibility for two greens. Teams are expected to repair all pitch marks on their designated greens and everyone’s cooperation will ensure the course remains in excellent condition for all players. Greens are allocated as follows.
Abbeyside: 1st and 2nd greens
An Rinn: 3rd and 4th greens
Ballinacourty: 5th and 6th greens
Comeragh: 7th and 8th greens
Dungarvan: 9th and 10th greens
Dunhill: 11th and 12th greens
Nire/Touraneena: 13th and 14th greens
Stradbally: 15th and 16th greens
Western Allies: 17th and 18th greens
MENS CLUB AGM
The Men’s club AGM was held Sunday evening 1st December in the Goldcoast Hotel attended by many members. The club’s activities for the year were presented to the meeting by Johnny Hughes in a professional manner as always. The Treasurer’s report was delivered by acting treasurer Martin Morris which shows the club in a good financial position. We then heard from outgoing Captain Dave O’Connor who thanked his President John Hallinan for his help and support during the year. He also thanked the committee and wished the incoming officers well for 2025.
Officers for 2025 Captain Brian Dunbar, President Roy Ware, Vice Captain Johnny Hughes, Vice President Alan Darcy, Hon Secretary Frank Mulvihill, Hon. Treasurer Micheal Wall, Handicap Secretary Martin Morris, Competition Secretary John White, Communications Officer Brian Fahey, P.R.O Nicholas Power, Ex Officio David O’Connor, Ex Officio John Hallinan, Committee Bob O’Brien, Mark Lenihan and Seamus O Connell.
END OF YEAR SOCIAL GATHER AND PRESENTATION NIGHT
Our Presentation night took place on Saturday 30th November in the Goldcoast Hotel and what a great night it turned out to be with both the Ladies and Gents Clubs coming together for presentation of prizes. Captain David O’Connor got the night under way introducing Lady Captain Elaine Nash, Lady President Anne Keane and President John Hallinan. Full list of winner and photos are displayed on the local papers. We would like to thank the Hotel staff for their wonderful service as always, and throughout the year the Green keeping Staff who keep the course in top shape in both summer and winter. We also thank the staff in the Kisok who are always so helpful and to the members of the club who make it such an enjoyable place to play golf.
GOLDCOAST GOLF CLUB GIFT VOUCHERS
Looking for the perfect gift for someone special this Christmas? Gold Coast Golf Club Gift Vouchers are an excellent choice!
These versatile vouchers can be purchased for any amount and redeemed for:
2025 Golf Memberships at special introductory rates for new members, Green Fees, Golf Triangle, Leisure Centre Membership, Hotel Lunch and Dinner.
Vouchers are available from the Hotel or Golf Office.
For more details about Green Fees, Societies, Open Days, or Membership, contact:
Irene Lynch, Director of Golf. Tel. 058 44055 Email: golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com Website: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com
GENTS RESULTS
Mon 2nd – 6th Dec Winter League WK 6 Lions Club Appeal
1st John Hughes (14) 46.4
2nd Percy Walsh (20) 43.25
Gross: Neil Dermody (0) 40
Sat. 7th, Sun 8th Dec Winter League WK 7 Lions Club Appeal
1st Tom Breathnach (18) 43
Cat 1: Darren Williams (7) 39.9
Cat 2: Billy Byrne (11) 41
Cat 3: Jim Davis (14) 39
Cat 4: Billy Sheehan (17) 38.25
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Mon 9th – 13th Dec Winter League WK 7
Tues 10th Dec Open Singles
Fri 13th Dec Open Singles S/F
Sat. 14th, Sun 15th Dec Winter League WK 8
2025 SOCIETY BOOKINGS
Goldcoast Golf Club is delighted to welcome societies and greenfee guests, and we look forward to hosting you and your friends in the coming year. Our individual rates and group packages provide excellent value for a memorable day of golf.
We are accepting bookings for 2025 and to discuss your specific requirements, please contact Irene Lynch at 058 44055 or via email at golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com.
TUESDAY AND FRIDAY OPEN SINGLES
Join us every Tuesday and Friday for our popular Open Gents and Ladies Singles competitions. Visitors are welcome, with an entry fee of €25. To book your tee time visit out club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com. We look forward to welcoming you to our course.
DUNGARVAN GOLF TRIANGLE
Dungarvan is a haven for golf enthusiasts with three championship golf courses located within 10 minutes of Dungarvan town, Goldcoast Golf Club, Dungarvan Golf Club and West Waterford Golf Club. The three clubs have teamed up to offer an unbelievable discount, enjoy three games of golf, one on each of the participating golf courses, all for just €90 in 2025. This special offer is available daily and is a great idea for your next golfing break. For more information contact 058 44055 or email golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com
FIXTURES
18 Hole On-Going Competition
10 Hole On-Going Competition
10 Hole Ham Competition
10 Hole Gold Coasters Competition every Thursday
Open 18 Hole Singles for Ladies and Gents every Tuesday & Friday
RESULTS
18 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE
Rd 1 Katie Kiely 44pts
Rd 2 Eileen Good 39pts
Rd 3 Katie Kiely 35pts
Rd 4 Ger Hallinan 41pts
Rd 5 Esther McGuckian 40pts
10 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE
Rd 1 Mary Fennell 24pts
Rd 2 Rena Landers 23pts
Rd 3 Margaret Mulhearne 24pts
Rd 4 Eilo Fitzgerald 22pts
Rd 5 Bridge Walsh 21pts
Rd 6 Deirdre Ruane 20pts on C/B
Rd 7 Bridge Walsh 21pts
Rd 8 Eilo Fitzgerald 20-2=18pts
Ham Competition
No 1 Bridge Walsh 21pts
No 2 Mairead Ryan 21pts on C/B
No 3 Lorraine Troy 21pts on C/B
Hole On-Going
18 H Aine Campbell 45pts
10 H Alice Collins 22pts
CHRISTMAS HAM COMPETITION
Our Xmas ham competition has started with three hams in the pot already, and is now on entry sheet number four. Entries have been fantastic so far, so ladies keep playing for that ham to grace your Festive table!
The competition runs to mid December and is the usual 10 Hole with an entry of €3. Entry sheet now in kiosk, Enjoy.
CHARITY CHRISTMAS SCRAMBLE
Our Charity Scramble in aid of the Lions Club Hamper Appeal has been re-scheduled to Sunday 15th Dec weather permitting, all details will be posted soon, hoping some fine weather will prevail!
Raffle tickets are on sale for two beautiful hampers donated by members plus a turkey and ham, €2 each or 3 for €5. We also have fabulous local Christmas cards designed and produced by James Lynch, so don’t delay in procuring the beautiful festive cards!
There will be some festive goodies and mulled wine on the day compliments of our Lady Captain Elaine. Please ladies wear your Christmas jumper and hat to add to the fun of the day. All proceeds of the day plus ticket and Xmas card sales will be donated to the Lions Club Hamper Appeal.
WINTER LEAGUE
Our winter league teams have put in a tremendous effort over the last couple of weeks taking advantage of the dry spells in the weather.
Team positions after Rd 8 for 10 Hole and Rd 5 for 18 Hole are as follows:
Teams of 7
1st The Willows 621
2nd The Oaks 585
3rd The Cedars 525 with 6 best scores to count.
Teams of 6
1st The Chestnuts 558
2nd The Beeches 492
3rd the Pines 466
It’s still all to play for with six scores to count for teams with 7 players, very hard to predict as there could be a surprising outcome! Well done to everyone for a superb team effort so far with spectacular results, remember – every point counts!
GOLD COASTERS
Our group celebrated in style last Thursday evening in a well known and extremely popular high class restaurant. We were warmly welcomed by Barry in the bar, who served us delicious mulled wine and cocktails. The ideal venue to gather the group, catch up and enjoy the beverages.
The dinner was absolutely delicious, the service and attention to detail was impeccable, thanks to Luca and staff. After the sumptuous meal Anne did a raffle and a lucky dip with some gorgeous festive prizes, plus some unique chocolate golf balls which were divine.
The food, drink and company of our friends was so good, we returned to the bar for more cocktails and a sing along, a big thank you to all the staff for a memorable night out.
Words fail me when it comes to our group leader and organiser, she never fails to deliver. Thanks a mill Anne for yet another wonderful outing, we are already looking forward to 2025.
Please note, our group will not be taking to the fairways again until the New Year, but we will be meeting in the Gold Coast Hotel before Christmas for lunch, all details will be posted on our group.
LADIES COMMITTEE 2025
Lady Capt : Elaine Nash
Lady Vice-Capt : Bridge Walsh
Lady President : Mary Fennell
Hon.Sec : Breda Veale
Treasurer : Gillian Cashman
H/Cap Sec : Anne Keane
PRO : Breda Conway
Committee
Leanne Bumster
Mary French
Caroline O’Connor
NEW MEMBER DEALS 2025
Ladies, if you had ever thought of taking up golf, now is the time to do it, our Lady Captain Elaine or any committee member would be delighted to take out potential members and showcase our beautiful course which is blessed with unrivalled mountain and coastal scenery!! There are great deals on offer for new members and beginners including tuition, please contact our Director of Golf Irene or Brian in the kiosk on 058 44055 for more information.