President’s Prizes 2017
Mr John Queally, President, will present his prize next weekend, with qualifying on Friday afternoon and Saturday and the final on Sunday. John Queally has been a great supporter of the Golf Coast for many years and played in many teams representing the club. He is also a great sponsor to the Club, sponsoring the Winter League and also sponsoring the burgers and sausages for all the BBQ’s we have during the year.
Once again the week gets underway with the Skins on Wednesday, starting at around 4.30 and the BBQ starting around 5.30 p.m. There might even be an odd glass of wine available to participants. Entry for all of this is just €2.
Booking is now open and players may book in at a time that is suited to them. The draw for partners will take place on Wed 23rd August at 4 p.m. and only players entered at this time may win the 1st prize.
This year we will have a BBQ going in the car park for all participants running from 11.00 to 5 p.m.
The presentation for the President’s Prize will take place on Sunday evening at 9 p.m. and all members and friends are invited to attend.
We wish John all the best for the weekend and hope that the weather is kind and that we have a great competition. Also, best wishes to Lady President Gillian who hosts her President’s Prize on Sunday next.
Willie Barron Fourball
The draw for this competition will be held on Sunday next and it will be run on a shot-gun basis with all rounds in quick succession. Only enter if you are available on a regular basis during the month of September as it will start and finish during that month. Please place your name on the sheet in the kiosk before the draw on Sunday 27th August.
Presentation of all outstanding Prizes
The Secretary will be in touch with all prize-winners who are due to collect prizes at the presentation following the Skins on Wednesday evening next 23rd August. If you are not going to the Skins the presentation is expected to take place around 9 p.m.
Membership Special Offer
Offer applies from now to 1st January 2019.
Gents: €570
Ladies: €440
Couple: €840
With half due this year, the balance next year. Phone 058 44055 for more details.
Fixtures
Tuesday 22nd August: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+
Wednesday 23rd August: President’s Skins and BBQ from 4.30 p.m.
Friday 25th August: Open 18 Holes Stableford.
Friday 25th August: Qualifying Round President’s Prize
Saturday 26th August: Qualifying Round President’s Prize
Sunday 27th August: Final Round President’s Prize
Tuesday 29th August: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+
Results
Tuesday 15th August: Open Seniors, CSS Gents 37 pts, Ladies 36 pts.
1st: Nicky Power (11) 37 pts Williamstown.
2nd: Seamus McDonnell (20) 36 pts Balcarrick.
1st Lady: Marie Fahey (22) 38 pts Dungarvan.
2nd Lady: Geraldine Meagher (23) 38 pts Slievenamon.
Friday 18th August: Open Singles, CSS Home 37 pts
1st: Alan Harrington (2) 37 pts.
Saturday 19th August: Club Competition, CSS 35 pts.
1st: Colin McArthur (8) 40 pts.
2nd: Frank Waters (19) 36 pts.
Gross: Diarmad Henley (5) 30 pts.
Sunday 13th August: Vice-President’s Prize kindly presented by Mick Cronin.
1st: Micheal White (1) 36 pts.
2nd: John Hallinan (6) 35 pts.
Gross: David O’Connor (6) 28 pts.
Ladies Notes
Fixtures
10 Hole Ongoing Competition
18 Hole 2 Card Ongoing Competition sponsored by John Foley Images
9 Hole Qualifying S/F Competition every Wednesday (Ladies and Gents)
Sun 27th Aug Lady President’s Prize (Gillian Cashman)
Sat& Sun 2nd &3rd Sept. 18 Hole Competition sponsored by David Hayes (GOY)
Results
Murray’s 2 Card Competition:
1st: Esther McGuckian (14) 42 & 33=75 pts
2nd: Noirin Darcy (29) 38 & 36 = 74 pts.
3rd: Lorraine Troy (20) 39 & 35 = 74 pts.
Lady Captain’s Outing
Our ladies took to the fairways in Mt.Wolseley Golf Resort on Saturday 12th Aug in glorious sunshine for a challenging and very eventful round of golf. The course was magnificent with some very interesting water hazards and undulating greens, which kept some people very focused!! Dinner which was superb was served in a private dining room accompanied by sparkling wine for everyone, a lovely surprise!! Presentation of prizes took place after the meal with some surprising elements and lots of laughter which continued in the bar till late, very late for some!! A big thank you to our Lady Captain Ger for organising the event, to the hotel staff for their attention to detail and to Eamonn and staff in the pro-shop for their welcome and assistance, the only downside was having to leave!!
18 Hole 2 Card competition sponsored by John Foley Images
A new 2 card competition will run into September, and is kindly sponsored by John Foley Images. John is a local photographer from Ballinacourty and he has captured the beauty of our surrounding coastline and areas of historical importance with flair and imagination, the results are stunning!! We were thrilled to have some of his work amongst our Captain’s prizes, we are delighted that he is now sponsoring this competition and we anticipate a very large entry!!
Sheila Norris Singles Match Play and Ladies Club Foursomes
Please note dates in kiosk for matches in each round to be played. Best of luck to all!!
Lady President Prize
Our Lady President’s Day is fast approaching and Gillian is working extremely hard to ensure all goes to plan for the occasion. Ladies please get your name on the draw sheet posted in kiosk as soon as possible to facilitate those involved in making the draw. We are looking forward to a wonderful day and wishing Gillian and John the very best for this prestigious event!! Don’t forget the President’s Skins on Wednesday 23rd from 5pm, a great night is assured!!
Committee Meeting
Our next committee meeting will be Friday 1st September @ 8pm.
South East Coastal Alliance
That time of year has come again, when the first game of the new 2017/18 season will kick off at the home club on Thursday 14th Sept. tee 9.30-11.30. Registration for the new season remains at €15 and €10 green fees for each course played excluding your own course, we are looking forward to seeing some new members this year, all h/caps welcome to join. The Alliance is a wonderful way of meeting new people and playing other courses the first Thursday of every month over the winter period for a nominal fee!!
Dates and fixtures are now posted in kiosk, please add your name if you are interested in joining us for the new season.
Membership Offers
If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2017 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 Bob 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.