Gold Coast Golf Club Notes 10th December:
Lions Christmas Appeal:
While we didn’t set ourselves a target this year, we will still be trying to raise as much as possible to help out people who are struggling at this time of year. The Members of the Gold Coast have always been more than generous when asked to contribute to any charity and as usual they have not been found wanting as so far this year the amount raised for the Appeal is very close to €2,000. The raffle for the Hamper etc will continue until next Sunday so there is still plenty of time for you to contribute and help us get past the €2,000 mark. The cut off point is 2 p.m. on Sunday next when we will welcome the Officers of the Lions Club to the Gold Coast. The President of the Lions Club will draw the ticket for the hamper and following that Lady Captain Ruth Hannigan, together with the Officers of both Ladies and Gents Clubs, will present the cheque to the Lions Club.
John White Carpenter Winter League:
Playing numbers are still very high and above last year’s, so far 706 games have been played. Dunhill continue to top the table, Copper Coast have moved into 2nd place, Tourneena drop to 3rd, Ballinacourty are in 4th place, Dungarvan overtake Abbeyside and Deise complete the table. The following are the team points after 6 weeks: Dunhill 412, Copper Coast 407, Tourneena 405, Ballinacourty 400, Dungarvan 393, Abbeyside 389, Deise 381. All these scores could change when players have their 10 games played and they start to replace bad scores. It will only be in the last few weeks of the league that we will see how the teams are really doing.
GENTS FIXTURES:
Monday 10th Dec–Friday 14th Dec : WK 7 Winter League
Tuesday: 11th Dec: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+
Friday 14th Dec: Open Gents 18 holes Singles.
Saturday 15th Dec – Sunday 16th Dec: WK 8 Winter League
GENTS RESULTS:
Tuesday 4th December Open Seniors: 1st John Joe Fitzgerald (18) Williamstown 39pts
Monday 3rd Dec – Fri 7th Dec Wk 6 Winter League 18 Holes singles CSS 40pts
1st Darren O’Droma (12) 44pts
2nd Brian O’Connor (8) 42pts
Gross Michael White (1) 39pts
Sat. 8th & Sun. 9th Dec Wk 7 Winter League 18 Holes Singles, CSS 37pts
1st : John McArthur (14) 40pts
Cat (0-7): Michael Lenihan (1) 39pts
Cat (8-13): Brian O’Connor (8) 38pts
Cat (14-18): Darren Power (14) 37pts
Cat (19+): JB Ryan (22) 37pts
SOCIETIES AND GREENFEES WELCOME
Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcome Societies and Green fees and we look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2019.
Here at the Gold Coast our golf course is maintained in excellent condition, with our greens offering superb playability and presentation all year round.
With our top quality golf course, spectacular scenery, comfortable surroundings in our hotel bar and restaurant, a warm and friendly welcome awaits our visitors.
Our society rates are very competitive for 2019 and our Director of Golf Irene Lynch is available to provide advice and assistance to the Organisers of outings and Classics. Contact Irene on 05844055 or goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com for favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements. We aim to ensure that all our visitors enjoy their day with us and we look forward to making your outing in 2019 a memorable one.
EVERY TUESDAY OPEN GENTS & LADIES SENIORS
Every Tuesday we host our popular Open Seniors (50+) Gents and Ladies Singles competition. Visitor Entry is 12 euro or Golf and Carvery 20 euro. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055.
EVERY FRIDAY OPEN GENTS SINGLES
Every Friday at the Gold Coast we host an Open Gents Singles Stableford competition. Visitor Entry is 15 euro or Golf and Carvery 25 euro. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055.
MEMBERSHIP RATES & INTRODUCTORY OFFERS FOR MEMBERS
Gold Coast Golf Club has very attractive membership rates for members. For information on Full and Over 65 subscriptions including our special introductory offers for new members contact Irene on 058 44055.
GOLD COAST GOLF CLUB GIFT VOUCHERS
Wondering what to get that special someone this Christmas?
Gold Coast “Gift Vouchers” are the ideal Christmas gift and can be purchased from the Hotel or Golf Kiosk for any amount and can be redeemed against any of the following:
2019 GOLF MEMBERSHIP VOUCHERS
Special introductory rates for new golfers
New Full Member €450 and new Over 65’s just €350 including all levies
GREENFEES & SOCIETIES VOUCHERS
Greenfee and Society Bookings are being taken for 2019
Preferential group rates available
Vouchers can be inclusive of food and beverage from Hotel Restaurant
OPEN COMPETITIONS VOUCHERS
Tuesdays: Open Ladies and Gents Seniors (50+) €12 entry or Golf & Carvery €20
Fridays: Open Gents Singles €15 entry or Golf & Carvery €25
LEISURE CENTRE MEMBERSHIP & HOTEL LUNCH AND DINNER
For further information on Greenfees, Societies, Open days or Membership contact Irene Lynch, Director of Golf. Tel. 058 44055 Email: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Website: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com
LADIES NOTES
Fixtures
10 Hole On-going Ham Competition
13 Hole 2 card Competition sponsored by Dalton Jewellers running to 15th Dec
9 Hole on-going for beginners
Winter League sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant
Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 10 holes has now finished Round 3 with the Dasies leading by a wide margin followed by the Bluebells who are being chased by the Pansies, all is in contention between the 2nd and 3rd team. However, as we know with team events things can change dramatically and with an extra week to play Rd 4, it’s all to play for!! Well done to the team managers who are very busy contacting and encouraging their members – remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting!!
Please note. Round 4 has been extended for another week, ending on Sunday 16th Dec
League Results after Rd 3
Daisies (Helena) 194
Bluebells (Elaine) 182
Pansies (Ger) 180
Violets (Bridget) 175
Tulips (Mary K) 171
Snowdrops (Mary C) 169
Daffodils (Esther) 167
Primroses (Rosie) 165
South East Coastal Alliance
Our next outing will be to West Waterford on Thursday, 13th Dec which will be the Christmas outing!! As this is always a special event, I would like to see a good representation from our club, tee 9.45 – 11.30am.
Membership Offers
If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2019 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast!! There are many good reasons for joining us, firstly we are an extremely friendly bunch who are always delighted to welcome new members and visitors alike, secondly our course is open all year round due to its natural drainage and last but not least the scenery is breathtaking!!
We here at the Gold Coast are very proud of our course and it’s natural beauty, if you would like to sample same, please contact Irene or Mark on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.