SCRATCH MATCHPLAY
The following matches must be played on or before the 12th of July.
Conor Clancy V Tommy Long, Colin McArthur V Declan Kiely and Tom White V Alan Darcy.
MICK WHITE FOURSOMES 2021
Mick White Foursomes Draw displayed in downstairs Kiosk. Best of luck to all competitors.
19th July
John White & Ryan Duke V Declan Kiely & Johnny Hughes
Tom White & Michael Whelan V Colin McArthur & John Queally
9th August
Miceal White & Ned O’Connor V Richard Walsh & Anselm Hayes
John W Walsh & Brian Dunbar V Neil Dermody & Pat Norris
Ger Bagge & Aodh O’Murchu V Alan Darcy & Frank Waters
DRAW FOR MIXED FOURSOMES
Draw displayed in downstairs Kiosk. First Round to be played by 26th July 2021
Miceal White & Angela O’Connor
V
Richard Walsh & Bernie Morrissey
Tom White & Patricia Doyle
V
John White & Ger Hallinan
Rafa Alvarez & Rebecca Kavanagh
V
Ryan Duke & Martina Corkery
Peter Hayes & Anne Keane
V
Michael Kavanagh & Elaine Nash
John Hallinan & Ruth Hannigan
V
Kiki Cullinane & Miriam Matthews
Brian O’Connor & Mairead Ryan
V
John Queally & Aishling Fennell
WORLD HANDICAP SYSTEM RESOURCES
Note to Golf Club Members from Golf Ireland
It has been a number of months since the return to golf across the island and we hope that you, your families and friends are enjoying being back out on the course.
To that end, the Golf Ireland National Handicapping Committee has put together some resources to help you understand how the new World Handicap System works, and who to contact if you have any queries on your WHS handicap index.
Please see the below resources which are available to download.
Golf Ireland WHS Player Presentation
Process to follow for handicap queries
WHS Frequently Asked Questions
COMPETITION SIGN IN AND SCORE RETURN
Just a reminder to golfers that you must sign in before the start of the round and that all cards must be returned.
DRESS CODE
We are appreciative of members and visitors adherence to the appropriate dresscode on the golf course. Smart casual dress is essential and please note the following are unacceptable – denin jeans, singlets or collarless shirts, untailored shorts, track or leisure suits. Thank you for your adherence.
GOLDCOAST GOLF COURSE WHATSAPP GROUP
Members who wish to be part of the Goldcoast Golf Course WhatsApp group please sign a consent form in the Kiosk.
RESULTS
Tues. 6th July Gents & Ladies Singles: 1 Rian O’Dwyer (19) 42, 2 Ciaran Walsh Tramore 28 41, 3rd Willie Bergin St. Margarets 16 41, 1st Lady Deirdre Lahiff Deer Park (30) 42, 2nd Aisling Fennell (7) 41.
Fri.9th July Gents & Ladies Singles S/F: 1 Roddy Healy (13) 42, 2 Mike Horgan 23 42, Gross Alan Harty (0) 37, 1st Lady Evelyn Crotty Kilkenny (16) 35.
Sat. 10th 1st Tommy Long (10) 43pts. 2nd Tom Maguire (13) 42pts. Gross: Niclos O’Conduin (5) 31pts. 3rd Seanie MacCraith (18) 39pts.
Sat 10th Open Singles S/F. 1st James English Mitchelstown (22) 40pts.
Sun. 11th July: 1st Neil Dermody (3) 43, 2 Frank Waters 20 40pts, Goss Dermot Walsh 6 31, 3rd Kieran Cullinan 8 39.
Sun. Open: 1st Dan Carlton Tramore (18) 46pts
GENTS FIXTURES
Tues. 13th July Open Gents & Ladies Singles S/F
Fri.16th July Open Gents & Ladies Singles S/F
Sat. 17h Gents Club Comp/Open Singles S/F
Sun.18th July Gents Club Comp /Open Singles S/F
Tues. 20th July Open Gents & Ladies Singles S/F
WORLD HANDICAPPING SYSTEM AND GOLF IRELAND APP at www.golfireland.ie
The World Handicap System was launched in November 2020. Please go to the Golf Ireland website and find your handicap index. The WHS is an averaging system based using the best 8 of the last 20 scores on your record. To access your handicap information, you must register and create a new account at www.golfireland.ie using your eight-digit CDH number and 4-digit PIN, both of which are printed on the rear of your GUI/ILGU Member Card. You can also now download the new Golf Ireland App which will also enable you to view your own handicap index and playing record. We would urge all members to register now and familiarise themselves with the WHS system.
HOW TO USE YOUR NEW WHS HANDICAP INDEX
Course & Slope Rating tables are located at the Club but are also available on the Golf Ireland App. You simply have to choose the tees you are playing off that day and cross reference your Handicap Index on the Course & Slope Rating table to ascertain your Course Handicap. Different tees on the same course could have varying slope ratings. Your Course Handicap determines the number of strokes you give or receive off the tee set you intend to play from red, yellow, white or blue.
Then, depending on the format you are playing (singles, fourball etc.) you will apply a handicap allowance to your course handicap which will present you with your playing handicap.
For example: The recommended handicap allowance for individual stroke play events is 95% which means a player could have a handicap index of 18.2, course handicap of 20 but a playing handicap of 19.
More information on the World Handicap System can be found at www.golfnet.ie/whs
HOW DID I DO APP FOR COMPETITION SIGN IN AND SCORE ENTRY
The facility exists for members to sign in and input their scores at the Club for competitions through their phone on the Howdidido mobile App. Members are encouraged to register for this service on the HowdidiIdo website.
INTRODUCTORY MEMBER RATES
Thank you to our all our member who have paid their annual subscription and we’d like to give a very warm welcome to all our new members who recently joined.
Here at the Gold Coast Golf Club we also have fantastic Introductory rates for new members.
New Gents member only €450 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Gents Senior (65+) only €350 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Lady member only €350 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Lady Senior (65+) only €300 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
For an application form or further information on our fees, please contact our Director of Golf Irene on golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com or 058 44055
SOCIETIES AND GREEN FEES WELCOME
Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcome Societies and Green fees in accordance with Covid guidelines and we look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2021. Bookings are being taken, contact Irene Lynch our Director of Golf on 05844055 or golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com for favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements.
LADIES NOTES
FIXTURES
10 Hole On-going Competition
18 Hole Competition kindly sponsored by Murray’s Pharmacy Sat/Sun 17/18 July
18 Hole Stroke Competition kindly sponsored by Helvick Seafood Sat/Sun 24/25 July (re-scheduled)
18 Hole Open Competition for Ladies and Gents every Tue and Friday
RESULTS
18 Hole club competition 3/4 July
1st Mary Kiely (12) 36pts
Great scoring again from Aisling coming in with a fabulous 41pts playing off 7 in our Tuesday Open, it was a terrific score as conditions were quite windy on the day, well done and great shooting!!
LADIES JUNIOR CUP
Congratulations to our ladies Junior Cup team who had a great win against tough opponents Tramore Golf Club last Saturday. The Goldcoast had three matches away and two at home and it was a great result. We wish them the best of luck in the next round.
MIXED FOURSOMES MATCHPLAY
The draw sheet for the mixed foursomes matchplay is now posted in the downstairs kiosk and the WhatsApp groups, the first round to be completed by 26th July. Wishing our ladies and gents the very best of luck in their respective matches!!
SHAWS SINGLES MATCHPLAY
The draw sheet for the singles matchplay kindly sponsored by Shaws Department Stores is now posted in the kiosk, please add your name as soon as possible , closing date is Tuesday 20th July
OPEN COMPETITIONS
We are delighted to welcome back our friends from the many clubs who have been regular supporters of our Open Tuesday and Friday competitions. Meanwhile, visitors and green fees are most welcome to play our spectacular course and when the weather is fine and sunny the scenery is unrivalled. Entry and returned scores via computer is obligatory and entry fees payable by card in the kiosk. The 10 Hole On-going remains the same, entering in downstairs kiosk and posting €3 in ladies score box.
OPEN TEAM EVENTS
We are looking forward to hosting our very popular Open Team Events over the months of July, August and September which will all take place on Mondays of each month. Our first Open Team Event will be the ever popular Champagne Scramble sponsored by Super-Valu on Monday 19th July, followed on by Monday Aug 16th and Monday Sept 20th. Any changes to these dates will be posted on our WhatsApp group and these notes.
MARKING OF CARDS
Golf Ireland guidelines have stated that all 3 handicaps must be recorded on cards for competition and casual rounds for handicap purposes. To avoid disqualification you must record your h/cap index, playing h/cap and most importantly the course h/cap, all of these are available on the Golf Ireland app and also on screen when you log in for competitions. All scores must be recorded by the marker and signed in agreement with the player before being returned no later than 30mins after you finish your round.
COVID 19
The guidelines for now are members with no restriction on households permitted per booking for social or club competitions. Meanwhile all regulations have to be adhered to when entering and playing your round. Members please make yourselves aware of the changing guidelines in relation to golf from the government and Golf Ireland. See www.golfireland.ie for information regarding any changes.
NEW MEMBER DEALS
Ladies, if you had ever thought of taking up golf, now is the time to do it, our Lady Captain Anne and any committee member would be delighted to take out potential members and showcase our beautiful course and unrivalled 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.
The management and staff have implemented all the safety procedures to protect both staff and members who wish to play golf at the Gold Coast GC. Please keep yourself informed of new notifications within the club!