LIONS CLUB CHRISTMAS APPEAL 2nd to 8th Dec 2024
The Goldcoast Golf Club are delighted again to be associated with the Lions Club Christmas Appeal and our Lions Club week will run this week from Mon. 2nd to 8th Dec 2024 with raffle ticket sales continuing until 22nd December when the draw will take place for our fabulous prizes. All members will be encouraged to come along and play and contribute by entering competitions, buying raffle tickets or buying Christmas cards. The club competition proceeds between these dates will kindly be donated to the appeal by the management and club.
Beautiful Raffle Prizes include a Drinks Hamper, Christmas Hamper and a turkey and ham. Your support will help raise much needed funds to help those less well off in our society. Raffle tickets are on sale in the Kiosk, 1 strip for €2, 3 strips for €5. As always, we thank our sponsors who come on board each year.
The Goldcoast members have always been generous in their support and we know this will continue again this year for this very worthy cause.
WESTGATE WINDOWS & DOORS SPONSORED GENTS WINTER LEAGUE 2024/25
Our Gents Winter League has now entered its sixth week. Thanks to everyone for making a great effort so far.
With 9 teams of 13 players each, there’s plenty of time to make your mark, with qualifying rounds running until Friday, February 14, 2025.
Entry fee of €25, is to be paid before playing your first round. Competitions are over 18 holes, daily competition fee is €8 for the first 10 rounds entered, and €5 for all additional rounds.
Players can play on any day and as many times as they like during the qualifying period. To ensure your team’s success, each player is encouraged to complete a minimum of 10 rounds. The top 10 scores from 9 players on each team will count towards the team’s overall standing. Prizes awarded from now until Christmas will be seasonal turkey crowns and hams, to be distributed in December.
CLUB SYMPATHIES
The Club would like to offer its sincerest condolences to Peg Foley and Martina Corkery on the death of their husband and brother respectively John Patrick, who died over the weekend. May he rest in peace. The Club would also like to offer its sympathies to the family and friends of the late Pat O’Sullivan, club member, who passed away this week. May Pat rest in peace.
CARE OF THE GREENS
To maintain the quality of our greens throughout the winter, it was decided to assign each winter league team with responsibility for two greens. Teams are expected to repair all pitch marks on their designated greens and everyone’s cooperation will ensure the course remains in excellent condition for all players. Team Captains will communicate the following greens to team members.
Abbeyside: 1st and 2nd greens
An Rinn: 3rd and 4th greens
Ballinacourty: 5th and 6th greens
Comeragh: 7th and 8th greens
Dungarvan: 9th and 10th greens
Dunhill: 11th and 12th greens
Nire/Touraneena: 13th and 14th greens
Stradbally: 15th and 16th greens
Western Allies: 17th and 18th greens
SOCIAL GATHERING
Last Saturday night, we hosted our much-anticipated social evening and end of year presentation, and it turned out to be a truly enjoyable event. A detailed report will be in next week’s notes.
MEN’S AGM
The Men’s Club AGM was held on Sunday evening. A full report will be included next week.
GOLDCOAST GOLF CLUB GIFT VOUCHERS
Looking for the perfect gift for someone special this Christmas? Gold Coast Golf Club Gift Vouchers are an excellent choice!
These versatile vouchers can be purchased for any amount and redeemed for:
2025 Golf Memberships at special introductory rates for new members, Green Fees, Golf Triangle, Leisure Centre Membership, Hotel Lunch and Dinner.
Vouchers are available from the Hotel or Golf Office.
For more details about Green Fees, Societies, Open Days, or Membership, contact:
Irene Lynch, Director of Golf. Tel. 058 44055 Email: golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com Website: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com
GENTS RESULTS
Mon 25th – Fri 29th Nov Winter League WK 5
1st Ian Dunford (20) 45.5
2nd John D Walsh (19) 43
Gross: Michael White (0) 35
3rd Barry Doyle (13) 43
Tues 26th Nov Open Singles
1st Ian Dunford (20) 47
Sat. 30th, Sun 1st Dec Winter League WK 6
1st Billy Sheehan (17) 43
2nd Brian Dunbar (20) 41
Cat 1: Nathan O’Connor (6) 40.80
Cat 2: Michael Kavanagh (9) 40
Cat 3: Darren Power (13) 39
Cat 4: Michael Kelleher (18) 40.50
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Mon 2nd – 6th Dec Winter League WK 6 Lions Club Appeal
Tues 3rd Dec Open Singles
Fri 6th Dec Open Singles S/F Lions Club Appeal
Sat. 7th, Sun 8th Dec Winter League WK 7 Lions Club Appeal
2025 SOCIETY BOOKINGS
Goldcoast Golf Club is delighted to welcome societies and greenfee guests, and we look forward to hosting you and your friends in the coming year. Our individual rates and group packages provide excellent value for a memorable day of golf.
We are accepting bookings for 2025 and to discuss your specific requirements, please contact Irene Lynch at 058 44055 or via email at golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com.
TUESDAY AND FRIDAY OPEN SINGLES
Join us every Tuesday and Friday for our popular Open Gents and Ladies Singles competitions. Visitors are welcome, with an entry fee of €25. To book your tee time visit out club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com. We look forward to welcoming you to our course.
DUNGARVAN GOLF TRIANGLE
Dungarvan is a haven for golf enthusiasts with three championship golf courses located within 10 minutes of Dungarvan town, Goldcoast Golf Club, Dungarvan Golf Club and West Waterford Golf Club. The three clubs have teamed up to offer an unbelievable discount, enjoy three games of golf, one on each of the participating golf courses, all for just €90 in 2025. This special offer is available daily and is a great idea for your next golfing break. For more information contact 058 44055 or email golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com
LADIES NOTES
FIXTURES
18 Hole On-Going 2 Card Competition
10 Hole On-Going 2 Card Competition
10 Hole Ham Competition
10 Hole Gold Coasters Competition every Thursday
Open 18 Hole Singles for Ladies and Gents every Tuesday & Friday
RESULTS
18 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE
Rd 1 Katie Kiely 44pts
Rd 2 Eileen Good 39pts
Rd 3 Katie Kiely 35pts
Rd 4 Ger Hallinan 41pts
10 HOLE WINTER LEAGUE
Rd 1 Mary Fennell 24pts
Rd 2 Rena Landers 23pts
Rd 3 Margaret Mulhearne 24pts
Rd 4 Eilo Fitzgerald 22pts
Rd 5 Bridge Walsh 21pts
Rd 6 Deirdre Ruane 20pts on C/B
Rd 7 Bridge Walsh 21pts
Ham Competition
No 1 Bridge Walsh 21pts
No 2 Mairead Ryan 21pts on C/B
10 Hole On-Going
Alice Collins 22pts
CHRISTMAS HAM COMPETITION
Our Xmas ham competition has started with two hams in the pot already, and is now on entry sheet number three. Entries have been fantastic so far, so ladies keep playing for that ham to grace your Festive table!!
The competition runs to mid December and is the usual 10 Hole with an entry of €3. Entry sheet now in kiosk, Enjoy.
CONDOLENCES
Our Lady Captain Elaine and members wish to convey their sincerest condolences to our fellow members and friends Peig Foley on the loss of her husband and Martina Corkery on the loss of her brother, John Patrick who sadly passed away during the week.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families at this sad time. May he Rest In Peace
CHARITY CHRISTMAS SCRAMBLE
Our Charity Scramble in aid of the Lions Club Hamper Appeal has been postponed due to inclement weather conditions. A re-scheduled date will be posted, hoping some fine weather will prevail.
WINTER LEAGUE
Our winter league teams have put in a tremendous effort over the last couple of weeks taking advantage of the beautiful weather!!
Team positions after Rd 7 for 10 Hole and Rd 4 for 18 Hole are as follows:
Teams of 7
1st The Willows 621
2nd The Oaks 585
3rd The Cedars 525 with 6 best scores to count.
Teams of 6
1st The Chestnuts 558
2nd The Beeches 492
3rd the Pines 466
Competition cards to be filled out clearly and be legible for those in charge of results, please fill out cards as follows:
Date – Competition– Team – Round – Game No.
Your Name – H/Cap and state 10/18
Markers signature and your own signature.
Well done to everyone for a superb team effort so far with spectacular results, remember – every point counts!!
GOLD COASTERS
Preparations are in hand for our Xmas lunch, with menus and times being discussed at length. All details will be posted on our WhatsApp group shortly!! Save the date : Thursday 5th Dec
END OF YEAR PRESENTATION
Our end of year get together took place in the Gold Coast Hotel on Sat 30th Nov. The Presentation of the Ladies Foursomes to the winners and runners-up, Mixed Foursomes winners and runners-up, John McGrath Memorial for best stroke-play and Golfer of the Year took place on the night.
Presentations
Mixed Foursomes
1st Darren Power/ Ruth Hannigan
2nd Michael Kavanagh/ Katie Kiely
Ladies Foursomes
1st Bridge Walsh/ Mary Fennell
2nd Esther McGuckian/Mary Dunbar
Strokeplay of the Year 2024 : Rosie Murphy
Golfer of the Year 2024: Breda Veale
The event was a wonderful occasion with the ladies and gents presentations and beautiful finger food served by the ever helpful staff. The atmosphere was electric with chat, laughter and singing and was a great night out with our fellow members and friends.
We would like to thank the men’s club and committee for their help and co-operation throughout the year. It was a pleasure working with you for 2024 and wishing outgoing Captain Doc, President John and Secretary Johnny the very best for 2025
LADIES CLUB AGM
The new golfing year kicked off with our AGM which took place on Sunday 1st Dec with a large group of ladies present. Our lady Captain Elaine opened the proceedings and following her thanks to her committee and all who helped her during her year announced her commitment to continue for another year to a rapturous applause!! She then announced Bridge Walsh as her incoming Vice-Captain to another round of applause.
Our Lady President Anne announced our very hard working secretary Mary Fennell as her incoming Lady President and presented her with her President’s Brooch.
We would like to thank our extremely hardworking Committee for 2024 and extend our warmest gratitude to those who are leaving us after years of loyal service, your participation and input was much appreciated!!
A special word of thanks to our wonderful secretary Mary and our fabulous treasurer Gillian in furnishing us with details of fixtures and results and keeping us in a healthy financial state – a wonderful job done by both!!
We would like to extend a warm welcome to our new members and wish them well for the coming year. We are much indebted to our remaining group, many of whom have switched roles to fill the gaps in keeping the committee on the right track.
A special word of appreciation to our wonderful Lady Capt. Elaine who managed to keep the ship afloat during her time out due to health issues and has now volunteered to stay on for next year. We wish Elaine and her Committee a wonderful year ahead for 2025
LADIES COMMITTEE 2025
Lady Capt : Elaine Nash
Lady Vice-Capt : Bridge Walsh
Lady President : Mary Fennell
Hon.Sec : Breda Veale
Treasurer : Gillian Cashman
H/Cap Sec : Anne Keane
PRO : Breda Conway
Committee
Leanne Bumster
Mary French
Caroline O’Connor
NEW MEMBER DEALS 2025
Ladies, if you had ever thought 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!!
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.