JOHN WHITE CARPENTRY SPONSORED WINTER LEAGUE 2023/24
The Winter League qualifying section will run between Saturday October 28th, 2023, and
Friday February 23rd 2024.
There will be 8 teams of 13. Entry fee is €25.00. All players must have their entry fee paid before they play their first round.
Daily competition fee is €7.00 for the first ten entries and €5.00 for all subsequent entries.
Players can play on any day and as many times as they want during the qualifying section.
The best 10 rounds from 9 players on each team will count.
Substitutes are allowed during the league section and will be allocated from the top of the list of available players. The minimum period for use of the substitute will be for three weeks. A substitute will count as one with the player being replaced. The list of substitute players will be administered by the kiosk on a first in, first out basis.
- The match play section will consist of quarterfinals, semi-finals and final. The top 6 teams will qualify for this section of the winter league. The top 2 will automatically go into the semi-finals while the other 4 will play the quarter finals.
- Up to three matches can be played before quarter final and semi-final dates by agreement of both team captains.
- A maximum of one match may be played in the final before the Sunday. This will be allowed only in exceptional circumstances. The final decision on this rests with the Winter League Sub Committee.
- If a match is played before the official match date, the result of this match stands in the event of matches on official date being cancelled.
- If a match has started i.e., a ball has been struck in the first game, then the match has started and in the event of any cancellation, the teams will line out as selected when the match is resumed later.
- All matches must be played to a conclusion.
SCORING SYSTEM FOR GENTS WINTER LEAGUE
A new system will be introduced this year for the Gents Winter League. Martin Morris has put in a tremendous amount of work in coming up with the system which will automatically control all the scores for the Winter League and will produce results and penalty cuts throughout the league as follows: Players will be divided into 4 categories with 26 players in each category. All players will play off their present handicap for the duration of the league and the 90 per cent cut operated last year will be set at 95 per cent this year. The following penalties will apply: For all scores over 40 points, category 1 (lowest handicaps) will have a penalty of .1 for every point above 40 points deducted from all future scores during the league. Category 2 players will have a penalty of .15 deducted, category 3 players will a penalty of .2 and category 4 players will have a penalty of .25. This is the suggestion being put forward as a balanced and fair system which should help to spread the prizes and create a more balanced league.
CONDOLENCES
We offer our condolences to Alan Darcy and family on the sad passing of his uncle Virgil Power which occurred during the week. May God have on his gentle soul. RIP.
WINTER RULES
Winter rules are now in operation. Due to the inclement weather mats are now on 11 holes with placing on both fairways and rough. Please be aware of the yellow stakes around the greens to prevent damage by trollies. Please check with kiosk staff for further updates.
END OF YEAR DINNER
This event takes place on Friday 10th November 23 in the Goldcoast Hotel, a night when all members can come together to mingle and enjoy a good night out with presentations taking place. Tickets are priced at €30 each available in kiosk from Monday of this week.
CLUB COMPETITIONS
Well done to Peter O Keefe and Diedre Ruane who beat John Hallahan and Inseun Kim in final of the mixed competition. The final of the Mick White Foursomes and the singles will be played soon so we will the results after these are completed.
SOUTHEAST JUNIOR ALLIANCE
This competition is up and running. If you are interested in playing, please give Alan Darcy a ring on 0876987387 and he will give you all the details and add you to the WhatsApp group for further updates.
DID YOU KNOW
The average number ball marks made on greens per round is 8 per golfer. Assuming only 130 rounds are played each day on our course. Our greens receive 1040 impressions daily. 31000 per month OR MORE THAN 374,400 per year. Are you wondering how to make a putt under these conditions? Please repair your pitch marks even if they are not yours and always, please shout fore if your ball goes in a direction that it was not intended to, for it will make the course safer for everyone
WEEKLY GOLF NOTES
The golf notes that go out every week on the papers and online are for all members of the Club. If you have anything that you want shared on the notes, please contact me 083 4862771 or Irene or Brian at the Kiosk on 058 44055.
INTRODUCTORY RATES FOR NEW MEMBERS
Here at the Goldcoast Golf Club we have fantastic Introductory rates for new members.
Our championship golf course is maintained in excellent condition offering superb playability, with 18 holes open all year round. Our pristine greens are much admired and the scenery is spectacular with unrivalled views of Dungarvan Bay, the Irish Sea and Helvick Head.
Members can relax in the comfortable surroundings of our hotel bar and restaurant where delicious food is served by our friendly staff. We can also offer very attractive packages for dual membership to both the golf club and leisure centre.
New Gents member only €500 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Gents Senior (65+) only €400 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Lady member only €400 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fee.
New Lady Senior (65+) only €350 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 and we look forward to greeting you and your friends. Bookings are being taken for 2024. For favourable rates and to discuss your booking requirements contact Irene Lynch on 05844055 or golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com.
GENTS RESULTS
Fri. 20th October Open Singles
1st Jim Davis Cahir Park (15) 43pts
Sat. 21st Oct Club Singles
1st Michael Kelleher (25) 44pts
2nd Thomas Kiely (10) 43pts
Sun Oct 22nd Club Singles
1st John Enright (9) 42pts
2nd Darren Williams (5) 42pts
3rd Willie Flavin (21) 42pts
4th James Darcy (21) 42pts
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Tues 24th Oct Open Singles S/F
Fr 27th Oct Open Singles S/F
Sat 28th Oct WL WK1
Sun 29th Oct WL WK1
LADIES NOTES
FIXTURES
10 Hole On-going Competition ending 28/10/23
18 Hole On-going Competition ending 28/10/23
10 Hole Gold Coasters Competition every Thursday
Open 18 Hole Competition for Ladies and Gents every Tue and Friday
LADIES WINTER/SPRING LEAGUE
Our Winter League this year takes on a different format to previous years to encourage all members to play through the winter/spring months. We are splitting our leagues into a Winter league to finish before Christmas and a Spring league to start in the New Year.
We are also offering an option to play a 10 or 18 Hole team event with a mix on each team. Closing date for entry is Wed 25th Oct as teams will be drawn and posted on the WhatsApp group on Thursday.
Terms and conditions plus format will be posted in kiosk and WhatsApp, so stay tuned for updates!! Winter League will run over 8 weeks with a minimum of 5 rounds to be played by all team members. Please Note : League starts on Sat 28th October Enjoy!!
END OF YEAR DINNER
Our Dinner and Awards Night takes place on Friday 10th Nov @ 7pm in the Gold Coast Hotel. All are welcome to attend the dinner and celebrations of the awards for both mens and ladies clubs. Tickets are available from the kiosk for those wishing to attend!!
GOLFER OF THE YEAR 2023: KAREN DARCY
We are delighted to announce that our Golfer of the Year for 2023 is Karen Darcy who played spectacular golf throughout the year to claim the trophy!!
Karen not only excelled in the counting competitions for which she accumulated 46pts, but also either won or was placed in many others and won every Golf Ireland Inter-Club match both at home and away!!
Karen, enjoy your victory, congratulations and best wishes from everyone in the club!!
JOHN McGRATH MEMORIAL TROPHY 2023
The John McGrath Memorial Trophy for Stroke Player of the Year has been won by Fiona Howard who played exceptional golf all year securing a score of 41pts on the leader board!!
Congratulations and best wishes Fiona, it’s a fabulous achievement, Well done!!!
LADIES CLUB FOURSOMES
The Foursomes final has been re-scheduled due to inclement weather but will be played during the next few weeks. The final match is between Martina Corkery & Breda Conway v Esther McGuckian and Mary French, both pairings have played great golf to get to the final and are looking forward to the last match. Wishing all pairings the very best of luck for the Final. Enjoy!!!
CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES
The winners of the Mixed Foursomes were Deirdre Ruane and Peter O’Keefe who had a thrilling match against John Hallinan and Inseun Kim. It all went to the wire with the final putt on the 18th, well done to Deirdre and Peter and indeed to John and Inseun in getting to the finals!!
GOLD COASTERS
Due to inclement weather our game was cancelled, hopefully next week will bring better conditions!! All members new and longstanding are welcome to join us for golf and cuppa afterwards, a great social occasion and there is no handicap limit.
CARE OF GREENS
We would like to ask our players to please repair pitch marks on the greens, even if they are not your own!!
HANDICAP COMMITTEE
Our Handicap secretary and committee are meeting on a regular basis to discuss the input from the ladies in accordance to their handicaps. A review will be on-going throughout the year in relation to above decision.
NEW MEMBER DEALS
Ladies, if you had ever thought of taking up golf, now is the time to do it, our Lady Captain Rosie 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.