JOHN McGRATH MEMORIAL DAY – Wednesday 9th July 2025
Our John McGrath Memorial Day took place on Wednesday 9th July in memory of our founder and owner, with all proceeds donated to the Palliative Care Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital.
Twenty teams of four enjoyed 32 holes of golf across our spectacular course. Players were treated to a barbecue at the 12th, tea and delicious treats at the kiosk, and a sit-down meal at the hotel upon completion of both rounds. The day concluded with a prize presentation at the hotel.
A sincere thank you to all who made the day such a success. We’d like to thank the organising committee of Bob O’Brien, John White, Michael Wall, and Nicholas Power, our generous sponsors, Isobel Kirwan and the wonderful team of ladies for their hospitality and looking after us so well. We’d like to thank the McGrath family for all their support, our greenkeeping staff, the Hotel team, the Kiosk staff and all the players and everyone else who contributed in any way. Your efforts and generosity are greatly appreciated.
SUMMER MIXED SCRAMBLE
The first of our Summer Mixed Scrambles takes place this Friday 18th July.
Registration opens at 6.00pm, with last entries at 6.30pm. Tee-off is at 6.30pm.
This is a free event, kindly sponsored by the Goldcoast Men’s Club, and promises a relaxed and enjoyable evening of golf. We look forward to seeing you there!
MICK CASHMAN SHIELD
Best of luck to the team, led by Brian Dunbar and Frank Mulvihill, as they take on Waterford Castle at home this Thursday. Wishing all involved the very best.
ON THE COURSE
Please remember the Three R’s:
Rake Bunkers – Always rake the bunker after use, leaving it as you would hope to find it.
Replace Divots – Replace and firmly press down any divots taken.
Repair Pitch Marks – Repair your own pitch marks (and any others you see) on the greens to help keep surfaces smooth and true.
Your cooperation helps maintain the course in excellent condition for everyone, thank you.
DRESS CODE
We kindly remind all members and visitors to observe the club dress code. Full details are available in the kiosk and on the first tee noticeboard.
GENTS RESULTS
Tues 8th July Open Singles
1st Jacqueline Browne (31) 44
2nd Joe Ryan Richings Park (15) 42
3rd Ronan McCann Castlecomer (19) 41
Fri. 11th July Open Singles
1st Tony Fitzgerald (19) 44pts
2nd John Henley (16) 42
Gross Michael White (+1) 38
1st Lady Breda Flanagan Waterford Castle (29) 40
Sat. 12th July Club competition
1st Vincent Hyland (15) 38
2nd Jim Conroy (15) 37
3rd Fergal Buttimer (7) 36
Sun 13th July Club competition
1st Liam Brett (14) 67
2nd Kieran Cullinan (5) 69
Gr Michael White (+1) 74
HH Rafa Alvarez (19) 73
3rd Brian McGill (5) 70
GENTS FIXTURES
Tues 15th July Open Singles
Fri. 18th July Open Singles, Summer Mixed Scramble
Sat. 19th July Club competition
Sun 20th July Club competition
2025 SOCIETY BOOKINGS
Gold Coast Golf Club warmly welcomes societies and green fee guests. We look forward to hosting you and your friends for a fantastic day of golf.
Our individual rates and group packages offer excellent value, ensuring a memorable experience. To discuss your requirements, contact Irene Lynch at 058 44055 or email golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com.
DUNGARVAN GOLF TRIANGLE
Experience three championship golf courses, all within 10 minutes of Dungarvan town for unbeatable value. Play three rounds of golf for just €90 with this exclusive deal available daily. For more information, contact Goldcoast Golf Club at 058 44055 or email golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com. It’s the perfect choice for your next golfing getaway.
LADIES NOTES
FIXTURES
10 Hole Gold Coasters Competition every Thursday
Sat/Sun Sponsored competition every weekend
Open 18 Hole Singles for Ladies and Gents every Tuesday & Friday
17 July Open Fourball Betterball sponsored by Cairde Credit Union
JOHN McGRATH MEMORIAL CLASSIC
Our John McGrath Memorial Fundraiser Classic for Palliative Care took place on Wednesday 9th July in glorious sunshine. Our fun day started with a shotgun start at 9am for a continuous 32 Hole competition with a food station of delicious home bakes, sandwiches, teas and coffees in the carpark and a BBQ at the 12th hole.
Thanks a mill to our wonderful catering team headed by Isobel in the carpark and Marie and Sinead at the BBQ. There were wonderful treats on offer with all home bakes and sandwiches made fresh to order in the carpark and succulent burgers and sausages with all the trimmings served from the BBQ. The food served was 5 star quality from both stations, congrats and well done ladies!!
Dinner and presentation of prizes was held in the Gold Coast Hotel after the golf to a full function room of members, guests and the McGrath family. Bob opened the proceedings with a welcome for everyone and appreciation of the massive effort by all involved in making the day such a success.
There was a special welcome for Paula French, Director of Nursing, DCH who will be the recipient of the proceeds of the day for the Palliative Care Unit. Thanks a mill to Bob and his team who organise this event every year without a hitch, a brilliant and most enjoyable day out!!
DATES FOR DIARY
17th July Open Team Event sponsored by Cairde Credit Union
22/23/24 Aug President’s Weekend
30 Aug Lady Captain’s Outing to Gowran Park
SENIOR FOURSOMES
Our Senior Foursomes team under the management of Bridge and Mary took on Mallow in Dundrum GC on Saturday. Our girls played superb golf to take the opposition to the 17th and 18th, but were unlucky on the final putt to secure a victory. However, we are very proud of their valiant effort in scorching weather to keep everything in play till the last putt!
Well done to the team, managers, ball spotters and supporters who travelled to be with them on the day!!! Congratulations to Mallow and wishing them the very best of luck in the next leg.
JUNIOR CUP
Our Junior Cup team take on Tipperary in their home course on Sat 26th July under the watchful eyes of Anne Keane and Breda Veale. Wishing our ladies the very best of luck on the day and support would be appreciated.
NEW MEMBER DEALS 2025
Ladies, thinking 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!!
New lady member fee of €408 including Golf Ireland fees for year 1 are on offer now, please contact our Director of Golf Irene or Brian in the kiosk on 058 44055 for more information.