Gold Coast Golf Club Notes 11th December 2017:
Lions Annual Christmas Appeal Extended:
Due to the bad weather over the weekend we have decided to extend the Lions Christmas Appeal for a further week so it will now finish on Sunday 17th December. Also on Sunday the raffle for the Christmas Hamper will take place at 3 p.m. when the Officers of the Lions Club will pay a visit to the Gold Coast to collect, what we hope will be, a sizable cheque .
Fixture List for 2018
The fixture list for the coming season is now nearly ready for publication and should be on the website within the next week or so. Our Competition Secretary has produced a very good plan for the year ahead adding a few tweeks to last year’s schedule.
Annual Handicap Review:
The Annual Handicap Review took place on Monday last and a small number of players will see changes to their handicaps.
Sympathy:
Our sympathy is extended to Kathleen McGaley on the passing of her husband Sean during the week. Ar Dheis De go raibh a anam.
Gift Vouchers
Looking for something to give as a present this Christmas? Why not purchase a voucher from the Gold Coast. Vouchers can be for any amount and can be used for food in the hotel, golf or leisure membership or the play-loft in Clones Strand Hotel. Vouchers can be purchased from the reception in the Gold Coast or from the kiosk in the Golf Club.
List of Officers for the coming Year:
Captain: Tim O’Driscoll
President: Mick Cronin
Vice-Captain: Pat Power
Vice-President: Michael Wall
Honorary Secretary: Pat Power
Honorary Handicap & Competition Secretary: Micheal White
Gents Membership Rates for 2018:
The following are the rates for 2018 and the GUI levies are included:
Full: €550
Husband and Wife: €800
Distance: (Over 40 Miles) €415
Country: €220
Senior Citizen: €415
Student Under 25: €140
Junior: €85
Hams and Turkeys Winners so far:
Up to Sunday 3rd December the following have won prizes: Alan Landers Turkey. Andy Travers Ham, Barry Power Ham, Bob O’Brien Turkey, Brian Fahey 2 Hams, Conor Clancy 2 Hams and 1 Turkey, Darren O’Droma Ham, Darren Power Ham, Frank Waters Ham, Freddy McGuckian Ham, Geoff Collins Ham, Jack Moore Ham, Jimmy O’Dwyer Turkey, Joe Meade 2 Hams, Joey Veale Ham, John Flynn Turkey & Ham, John Hughes Ham, John McArthur 2 Hams, John White Ham, Johnny Burns Turkey, Lee Crotty Ham, Mark Lenihan Ham, Michael Lenihan Ham, Michael Whelan Ham, Micheal White 4 Hams, Neil Dermody Ham, Niall Curran 3 Hams, Pat Power Ham, Paul Lawton Ham, Seanie Lenihan Turkey & Ham, Tom Moore Ham, Tommy Long Turkey, Willie Moore Ham.
Winter Rates are now operating in the Gold Coast:
Monday to Friday: Golf €15, Golf and Carvery Lunch €25
Saturday/Sunday: Golf €20, Golf and Carvery Lunch €30
Premier Butcher @Dawn Meats Winter League 2017/2018
A poor week weather wise but still a number of games were played in the league. 10 players have now completed their ten rounds and are now in the happy position of being only able to better their overall score.
All the scores for week six are on the website: goldcoastgolfclub.com
Decisions on the Rules of Golf App:
There is a very good app available free to download on the Play Store called Golf Decisions 2016 – 2017. It gives each rule of golf and also gives many definitions for each rule. There are also a number of very short videos illustrating how to apply the rules. All golfers should learn something from this app.
What we have to offer:
Here in the Gold Coast we have some great facilities, such as a top-class golf course with superb greens, playable all the year round, a leisure centre and gym and a hotel which is renowned for its excellent food. We offer very competitive membership rates in the golf club, the lowest full membership rate in the area and we can provide dual memberships to both the golf club and the leisure centre at reduced rates. Now is the time to talk to us if you are thinking of joining as we can offer some very attractive packages at the moment. Members can avail of significant saving on carvery lunch in the Gold Coast by purchasing vouchers in the golf club. We can offer really attractive family packages tailored to suit all requests. For more information contact 058 44055 and talk to Bob or Mark.
Fixtures:
Mon 11th Nov – Fri 15th Dec: Winter League Week 7
Tuesday 12th Dec: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+
Friday 15th Dec: Open Singles.
Sat 16th/Sunday 17th Dec: Winter League Week 7
Tuesday 19th Dec: Open Seniors, Ladies & Gents 50+
Results:
Tuesday 5th December: Open Seniors
1st: Freddie McGuckian (14) 42 pts
Monday 4th- Friday 8th Dec:
1st: John Quinn (7) 44 pts Williamstown.
2nd: Freddie McGuckian (14) 42 pts.
Gross: Micheal White (1) 35 pts.
LADIES NOTES
Fixtures
10 Hole Ham Competition
Ham#1: Lorraine Troy
Ham#2: Martina Corkery
Martina and Lorraine assure me they will have plenty of delicious ham sandwiches for anyone who calls in over the holidays. (Jk)
Winter League sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant
Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 13 holes is now in round 4 which has been extended to Sunday 17th of Dec., due to weather conditions. The league will then break for Christmas and will resume in January- remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting!
Round 2:
1st: Lorraine Troy 28 pts
2nd: Martina Corkery (on countback)27pts
3rd: Noirin Darcy 27 pts
The high scoring continues in Round 3:
1st: Helena Fitzgerald 28pts
2nd: Martina Corkery 28pts
3rd: Karen Darcy 26pts
Coastal Alliance
The next outing for the Coastal Alliance will be in March, details to follow.
Ladies Club Christmas Scramble
The Ladies Annual Christmas scramble took place on Sunday Dec 3rd, on a beautiful sunny day with fun golf followed by delicious food in The Moorings. The closest to the pin was Lorraine Troy with 314 inches, which is 26.17 feet for those of you interested…(Angela)!! The longest drive was smacked down the fairway by Ger Hallinan. It was a very special festive event, with a great turnout. The Moorings outdid themselves with everybody complimenting the very high quality of the food and efficient friendly staff.
The scramble results:
Rosie Murphy, DD Hannigan, Mairead Ryan
Lorraine Troy, Breda Conway , Patricia Doyle
Helena Fitzgerald, Mary O’ Callaghan, Jula Lawlor
Ladies Membership Rates for 2018:
The following are the rates for 2018 and the GUI levies are included:
Full: €400
Husband and Wife: €800
Distance: (Over 40 Miles) €350
Country: €170
Senior Citizen: €320
Student Under 25: €110
Junior: €75
Membership Offers
If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2018 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Goldok Coast!! There are many good reasons for joining us; firstly we are a 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.