VINCENT NEVIN SENIOR PAIRS
Hard luck to the Vincent Nevin Seniors Pairs team who were defeated in Williamstown Golf Club last Saturday. Thanks to all players and management for their commitment and efforts.
CAPTAINS PRIZE 2025
Our Captain’s Prize will take place on Friday 20th, Saturday 21st June and Sunday 22nd June hosted by Captain Brian Dunbar. The competition will take the usual format with qualifying on Friday and
Saturday and a shotgun start on Sunday at 11am for those who qualify.
On Sunday the top 32 will be playing for the Captain’s Prize and the next 28 will be playing for the Captain’s Plate.
Booking is now open for this competition and you must have booked your time before midnight Tuesday 17th June. There will then be a draw for playing partners which will have everybody playing within 20 minutes of their preferred time. Once the draw is made it is not possible for members to change their times. The final round on Sunday 22nd will be a shotgun start at 11 am.
Starting tee and partners for the final round will be posted on the timesheet at 9 p.m. on Saturday night.
We will start the Captain’s week off on Wednesday 18th of June with a Mixed Scramble @ 5.00 with a shotgun start and an on the hoof BBQ. For those wishing to take part in the scramble, please have your names on the time sheet by midnight on Tuesday 17th June. Teams for the scramble will be put together on Wednesday morning.
Who Can win the Captain’s Prize?
1) You must have your membership and Golf Ireland affiliation up to date before 1st June
2) You must have your time booked before midnight on Tuesday 17th June.
3) You must have three competition entries since last year’s Captain’s prize.
4) You must have a fully active Golf Ireland Handicap (20 counting Scores on your handicap record)
5) Full Members
6) Senior Members
7) Distance Members
8) Honorary Members
9) All other members are eligible to win all other prizes apart from first prize.
Please note practice on the course is prohibited for the duration of the competition.
How much does it cost to enter? This Year the entry fee will be €30.00
For this you get entry into the competition, a goodie bag on the qualifying round and an invitation (free) to the Captain’s Dinner on Sunday (Carvery Lunch) at 4 pm. All members who enter the competition are more than welcome to attend the dinner and prize presentation which will take place at approximately 5.00 pm.
I look forward to seeing you all enjoying these events during Captain’s week.
Yours in golf,
Brian Dunbar
Captain
SPEEDY RECOVERY
We wish a speedy recovery to our popular and hard-working kiosk staff member Brian Fahey. We hope to see you back soon Brian.
MICHAEL CASHMAN TEAM TRIALS
First practice session takes place from 6.15 this Thursday 12th June. Anyone with a handicap index of 15 or greater for 2024 are eligible.
The team is made up of 5 fourball pairs and we are playing Waterford Castle at home .If interested please contact Brian 0876218733 or Frank 0862323940
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.
Some senseless damage was caused to the 16th green over the week we ask members to keep an eye out for late evening visitors and report anything suspicious to the Kisok. 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
Mon. 2nd June 20205
1st Billy P Bryne (21) 40
2nd Rian O’Dwyer (9) 40
Gross Michael White (+1) 30
Tues. 4th June 2025
1st Aodh Ó Murchu (9) 39pts
2nd Tim Dalton (18) 39pts
3rd Declan Hallahan (14) 37pts
1st Lady: Martina Corkery (17) 34pts
Fri. 6th June Open Singles
1st Ian Dunford (14) 38
Sat. 7th June Club Singles
1st John Perry (9) 39
2nd Donal O’Grady (15) 38
Sun. 8th June Monthly Medal
1st Derek McGrath (8) 68
2nd Tom Breathnach (19) 68
Gross: Neil Dermody (1) 71
HH: Nicholas Power (20) 72
3rd Darragh Power (7) 69
4th Brian McGill (4) 69
GENTS FIXTURES
Tues 10th June Open Singles
Fri. 13th June Open Single
Sat. 14th June Club competition
Sun 15th June 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
RESULTS
Captain’s to the Ladies (Brian Dunbar)
1st Ruth Hannigan (21) 70nett
2nd Karen Darcy (13) 71nett
Gross Fiona Howard (2) 78
3rd Majella Moynihan (17) 71nett
Open Team Event – sponsored by Garveys
1st Marie Murphy (25), Eileen Good (31), Betty O’Connell (36) G/Coast GC -70pts
2nd Mary Clancy (14) G/Coast GC, Siobhan Feehan (20), Carrie Gormley (26) Fermoy GC -70pts on C/B
3rd Inseun Kim (16) G/Coast GC, Helen Fennessy (17), Miriam Quinlan (26) Faithlegg GC -65pts
GET WELL WISHES
Wishing our office administrator Brian a speedy recovery and looking forward to having you back with us very soon. We miss you Brian!!
MINOR FOURSOMES
Our Minor Foursomes team under the management of Miriam take to the fairways again this week to brush up on the game after their great win against Williamstown last week!!
Their next match will be against Tramore on home ground on Friday 27th June, tee time will be posted on our WhatsApp group nearer the time. Please stay tuned!!
SENIOR FOURSOMES
Our Senior Foursomes team under the management of Bridge & Mary C took on Tipperary at home last Monday with a resounding win against the opposition.
Our ladies were in control from the start and never let up until the final putt, congrats to our fabulous team and brilliant managers for a magnificent result!!
GOLD COASTERS
We did not meet last week due to our Open team event on Thursday, back to normal next week depending on weather. We are open to new members and would love to see you any week you can join us for a fun 9/10 holes and a cuppa and chat afterwards!!
CAPTAIN’S WEEKEND
Our Captains, Brian and Elaine are in the process of organising their very special weekend of golf, fun and celebration. Qualifying rounds take place on Friday 20th, Saturday 21st with a shotgun start for qualifiers on Sunday 22nd. Booking will be live from 3pm on Saturday 7th June.
The weekend kicks off with the Captain’s scramble on Wednesday 18th, more details to follow! Wishing both Brian and Elaine the very best of luck for their weekend and looking forward to seeing you all there!!!!
DATES FOR DIARY
20/21/22 Jun Captain’s Weekend
22/23/24 Aug President’s Weekend
30 Aug Lady Captain’s Outing to Gowran Park
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.