MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS
Our mass for the deceased members of the club will be held this Thursday 2nd February 2023 in the Gold Coast Hotel at 7pm. This is a chance to remember our friends who we lost in 2022 and previous years. All are welcome.
JOHN WHITE CARPENTRY SPONSORED WINTER LEAGUE 2022/23
This year’s winter league has now entered its 14th week. The League runs until the 24th of February 2023 so there is plenty opportunity to get in the required rounds. The committee agreed to extend the league owing to the fact of cold weather we endured leading up to Christmas. Prizes of Legs of Lamb will be awarded to all prize winners for winter league until end of February. Each prize winner will carry a 2-point penalty deduction towards further prize qualification until the end of the league. A player’s full score will count for the winter league. A player winning a second prize will be deducted 4 points etc. The format is 9 teams of 12 players with 10 rounds to be played. 6 teams out of the 9 will go through to the play offs. The Quarter finals are set for Sunday 5th March with the semi-finals on the following Sunday March 12th with Grand final pencilled in for Sunday 26th March 2023. A huge thank you again to our sponsor John White.
CAPTAINS DRIVE-IN
Our Captains Michael Wall and Rosemary Murphy will take to the first tee on Sunday morning February 26th to get our golfing year underway here in the Gold Coast Golf Club for 2023.
CONDOLENCES
We offer our heartfelt condolences to Aisling Fennell and family on the passing of her grandfather Liam Meehan which occurred during the week. May God Have mercy on his soul, rip.
DRESS CODE
Our dress code for the Gold coast is slacks and polo shirts. Please note sports jerseys, jeans and track suit bottoms are unacceptable on the golf course. Thank you for your adherence.
MARKING OF CARDS
Players need to be aware that you can’t for any reason mark your own card while playing your round of golf you must give your card to your playing partner who will mark your card and you will mark his/hers until round is complete. Only then will you get your card back to enter into the computer.
ON THE COURSE
To keep our greens in excellent condition we wish to make golfers mindful to please repair all pitch marks. At this time of year, even small pitch shots into the green can damage the surface. Players are also reminded for the safety of others to continue to shout fore for errant shots. Also good etiquette is advised regarding slow play and we ask players to be mindful of the pace of play on the golf course especially on busy days. Please keep your position which is behind the group in front. When in trouble or if necessary please call players through. Thank you for your continued co-operation.
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 on 083 4862771 or Irene or Brian at the kiosk on 058 44055.
RECIPROCAL GOLF
Members of the three local golf clubs Goldcoast, Dungarvan and West Waterford are reminded they can avail of reciprocal golf for only €15 greenfees on weekdays. This is a great opportunity to play our neighbouring courses for fantastic value. To make a booking please telephone the offices of the respective clubs.
INTRODUCTORY RATES FOR NEW MEMBERS
Here at the Gold Coast Golf Club we have fantastic Introductory rates for new members:
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 in 2023. For favorable rates and to discuss your booking requirements contact Irene Lynch on 05844055 or golf@goldcoastgolfresort.com.
GENTS RESULTS
Mon 23rd to Fri. 27th Jan WL WK13
1st Pat Norris (21) 45
2nd Peter Hayes
Gross John O’Brien (5) 35
3rd Ray O’Ceallaig (17) 43
Tues 24th Jan Open Singles S/F
1st Peter Mullaney (1) Dungarvan 38pts
Fr 27th Jan Open Singles S/F
1st Colin Barry Castlemartyr (13) 33pts
Sat 28th Sun 29th Jan WL WK 14
1st Lar Whelan (8) 45-2=43
2nd James Hayes (6) 43
Cat +1-7: Lee Crotty (7) 42
Cat 8-13: Joey Veale (10) 41
Cat 14-17: Darragh Power (14) 41
Cat 18-28: Alan Lehane (19) 41
GENTS FIXTURES
Mon 30th to Fri. 3rd Feb WL WK14
Tues 31st Jan Open Singles S/F
Fr 3rd Feb Open Singles S/F
Sat 4th Sun 5th Feb WL WK 15
Mon 6th to Fri. 10th Feb WL WK15
LADIES NOTES
FIXTURES
10 & 18 Hole Moorings Winter League
10 Hole Lamb Competition starting Mon 30th Jan
18 Hole On-going Competition starting Mon 27th Feb
Open 18 Hole Competition for Ladies and Gents every Tue and Friday
RESULTS
18 Hole Winter League Rd 6
1st Mairead Manning 38pts on C/B
2nd Elaine Nash 38pts
TEAM STANDINGS
Lahinch 1062
Powerscourt 1033
Old Head 979
Druids Glen 903
Dromoland 854
Ballybunion 842
GOLDCOASTERS
1st Rita Thompson 17pts on C/B
2nd Eilo Fitzgerald 17pts
3rd Deirdre Ruane 14pts
There was a great turnout for our first outing of the New Year which was enjoyed by all!! Getting together for the golf and the cuppa was most enjoyable, sharing cookery tips, recipes and instructions on how to operate various kitchen gadgets was hilarious!!
Many thanks to Anne for continuing to organise the event and presentation of wonderful prizes!
CONDOLENCES
The members of the Gold Coast GC would like to offer their deepest sympathy to Aisling Fennell and the Meehan family on the recent sad passing of her dear grandfather Liam.
May he Rest In Peace
MASS FOR DECEASED MEMBERS
Our annual Mass for deceased members and friends takes place on Thursday 2nd February in the Gold Coast Hotel at 7pm. All are welcome!!
CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN
The annual drive-in takes place on Sunday 26th February when our Captains Michael and Rosie will officially start the golfing season. Wishing them both the very best for their special occasion and for their year ahead!!
GIFT IDEAS
Ladies, we have a new consignment of beautiful beanie hats now in stock, colours have been selected to compliment our new golf clothing additions which will keep you warm and smart for the winter season!! Our broad range of club clothing in mix and match colours make wonderful and useful gifts and are available from kiosk!!
MOORINGS WINTER LEAGUE
Now that the weather has improved we hope it will encourage our members to the fairways again to complete their league games and get some practice in for the new golf season!! Entries are now halfway or better from many of the team members with some fantastic scores being recorded for the 18 Hole players. Well done to all who have put in a tremendous effort to date!
CARE OF THE GREENS
Please be aware that due to the adverse weather conditions the greens have become soft and prone to damage. It is imperative that all pitch marks be repaired for the protection and preservation of same.
INTER CLUB TEAMS
Teams have now been registered for the Inter Club matchplay events.
AIG Women’s Senior Foursomes
AIG Women’s Junior cup
AIG Women’s Junior Foursomes
AIG Women’s Intermediate Cup
Please contact our club secretary Miriam if interested in representing your club, players and subs are required. Golf lessons with a PGA member will shortly commence for players taking part in preparation for the competitions.
CARTON CUP
The Carton Cup is a relatively new 9 hole singles matchplay competition for players with a handicap of 37+ This is a non Golf Ireland event with teams of 5 representing each club and qualifying rounds played as much as possible in their own region.
The final will be played for the trophy at Carton House GC, if interested please contact our secretary Miriam as team has to be registered before Sunday 26th Feb.
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.