WESTGATE WINDOWS & DOORS SPONSORED GENTS WINTER LEAGUE 2024/25
The Winter League final took place yesterday Sunday 30th March in brilliant sunshine delivering a mouthwatering contest between Dunhill and newcomers Western Allies. The match turned into an epic battle with the decisive game going to the 23rd hole before Western Allies emerged victorious as the 2024/25 Winter League champions. Congratulations to Derek McGrath and his team on a fantastic achievement and well done to runners-up Captain Brian Dunbar and his team for a gallant performance.
Once again the Winter League proved to be a tremendous success. As Club Captain Brian Dunbar noted in his speech this event wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of people putting their shoulders to the wheel and working behind the scenes. Special thanks go to the Fixtures Committee, the Winter League Organising Committee, the Winter League Subcommittee, the kiosk staff for providing weekly score updates, the greenkeeping team for maintaining the course throughout the winter months, the hotel staff and of course our wonderful members who make the Gold Coast such an enjoyable place to play golf.
Final Results
Winter League Champions – Western Allies
Runners-up – Dunhill
League Section Winners – Abbeyside
Individual Winners
1st – Pat Kiely (Abbeyside)
2nd – Darren Williams (Nire/Touraneena)
3rd – Colin McArthur (Stradbally)
4th – John Perry (Dunhill)
5th – Nathan O’Connor (Abbeyside)
Well done to all participants, and thank you for another fantastic Winter League!
HANDICAP REVIEW
A handicap review has been conducted following the Winter League. Adjustments to players’ handicaps will be made over the coming days.
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
As membership renewal time approaches, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to all members for your continued loyalty and support.
Annual subscriptions for the 2025/2026 membership season 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026 are now due. An information email has been sent to all members with details of rates, payment methods and other relevant information.
Golf insurance is also available at a cost of €25. If you have not received the email or if your contact details have changed, please inform the office so we can update our records.
We look forward to seeing you on the fairways for another fantastic year of golf at Goldcoast Golf Club.
CONGRATS BOB
Club member Brendan O’Brien aka Bob was recently honoured by Dungarvan and Lismore District in recognition of his outstanding contributions to local charities over the past 37 years. Since 1988 Brendan has raised funds for local clubs, charities, schools, sporting bodies and societies through quizzes, walks, and classics. To acknowledge his remarkable efforts he and his wife Marie and family were hosted to a reception and presented with a scroll of recognition. Congratulations Brendan on a well-deserved honour.
GENTS RESULTS
Tues 25th Mar Open Singles
1st James Conroy (17) 44
2nd Robert Walton (19) 44pts
Fri. 28th Mar Open Singles
1st Tony Fitzgerald (19) 42
Sat. 29th March Club competition
1st John Kiely (4) 37
2nd Dermot Walsh (7) 34
Sun. 30th March club competition
1st Sean Roche (20) 39
2nd Marc Mahony (5) 38
3rd Dave Conlon (13) 38
UPCOMING FIXTURES
Tues 1st Apr Open Singles
Fri. 4th Apr Open Singles
Sat. 5th Apr Club competition
Sun. 6th Apr Club competition, Mixed Foursomes Qualifier
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 & 18 Hole On-going competition
10 Hole Gold Coasters Competition every Thursday
Open 18 Hole Singles for Ladies and Gents every Tuesday & Friday
10 Hole Easter Competition
RESULTS
10 Hole Easter Comp No1
Fiona Howard 22pts on C/B
Winner of Easter comp No 2
Caroline O’Connor 24pts
EASTER OPEN 3 BALL SPONSORED BY JOHN WHITE CARPENTERY
Our first Open event of the season takes place on Thursday 17th April kindly sponsored by John which is greatly appreciated by the ladies club. This is an ideal opportunity to catch up with friends and golf buddies in the run-up to Easter with an enjoyable round of golf, great food and fantastic prizes!!
MOORINGS SPRING LEAGUE
Our league is now in the 2nd week of matchplay and as with all match’s, there has been some surprising results so far and the general consensus was very positive from the ladies.
Week 2 brings a different panel of players, which makes it quite exciting and due to busy timesheets and Mothers Day, the second round has been extended for another week. The end result of the matchplay will determine the winning and runner up teams!!
Congratulations to all the round winners so far and it’s all to play for with week 2 matchplay. Best of luck to everyone and enjoy!!
GOLD COASTERS
We had a great turnout last week despite the extreme winds which whipped up very quickly and unexpectedly. We welcomed Teresa and Ger to our group, who had a Baptism of Fire for their first game, but didn’t deter them in returning great scores for 9 holes!!
Presentation took place after our usual cuppa and lunch which was so welcome after the bitterly cold conditions!
We are open for new members if you would like to join our group managed by Anne who organises our golf and social calendar of events on the days when we can’t play golf!!
The input and suggestions from members of the group for our outings so far have proved to be very successful and greatly appreciated. We had some fantastic days out last year and intend to do more for 2025!! Please join us for a relaxed 10 holes of golf and plenty of discussion, fun and laughter!! All are welcome.
RESULTS
1st Ger Hallinan 17pts
2nd Eilo Fitzgerald 16pts on C/B
DATES FOR DIARY
20/21/22 Jun Captain’s Weekend
22/23/24 Aug President’s Weekend
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.