Gold Coast Golf Club Notes 11th March 2019
John White Carpentry Winter League Semi Finals:
Copper Coast and Dunhill were victorious in their respective matches against Dungarvan and Ballinacourty on Saturday last and they now go on to contest the final on Saturday 23rd March at 9.00 a.m.
The successful Copper Coast team was as follows: Liam Clancy, Niall Curran, Liam Hansbury, Darren Power, Pa Queally, Ger Darcy, Colin McArthur, John McArthur, Leo Wall, Ian Pericho, Thomas Power, Joe Curran, Darren O’Droma in for the injured Freddie McGuckian and Rosie Murphy.
The successful Dunhill team was as follows: Richard Walsh, John White, Michael Kavanagh, Micheal White, Tom Moore, John W Walsh, Pat Crowley, Maurice Swan in for Willie Flavin, Jack Moore, Alan Harty, John Queally, John Flynn, Paul O’Dea and Ruth Hannigan.
Both team managers, Liam Clancy and Tom White, will be aware of the strength of the opposing team, they clashed last year , Copper Coast winning, Dunhill have won the previous year’s league. It should be a great final and hopefully the weather will play ball.
Deise League 2019
Gold Coast played our first match in the Deise League on Saturday last against Tramore in Waterford Castle. We didn’t do as well as we hoped we would do and hopefully we can make up ground in the next few matches. The team representing the Gold Coast was as follows: John Hallinan and Sean Carmody, Lar Whelan and Declan Kiely, Darren Williams and Austin Kiely, Liam Beresford and Rafael Alvarez, Michael Whelan and David Hallahan, Michael Wall and Brian Dunbar.
Team positions after round 1: Tramore 10 points, Faithlegg 6 points, Waterford Castle 6 points, Gold Coast 2 points.
Leg of Lamb Competitions
Our Easter Leg of Lamb Competitions have now started with both the 10 hole competitions and the weekend competitions having legs of lamb as prizes.
Captain’s Drive In:
Our Captains, Pat and Ruth, held their Drive In on Sunday last and while the weather wasn’t the best it didn’t deter the huge number of players coming along and enjoying the 13 hole scramble. Following the Drive In it was across the road to the Gold Coast Hotel to tuck into the sumptuous Spare Ribs and Colcannon before the presentation of prizes. Thanks again to our President Michael Wall for arranging with Dawn Meats to sponsor the ribs.
GENTS MEMBERSHIP AND GOLF INSURANCE
Thank you to all our members who have paid their annual subscriptions and Golf Insurance.
For Special introductory offers for new members, contact Irene on 058 44055 or goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com. We can offer very attractive packages for dual membership to both the golf club and leisure centre and gym
DUNGARVAN GOLF INTERNATIONAL
Running from Monday 27th May to Thurs. 30th May, this tournament which is run over the three local courses, continues to prove popular with players coming from USA, England and Ireland to take part. This year we are hoping to encourage more members from the three local clubs to take part. We look forward to another successful year.
GENTS FIXTURES
Monday 11th to 15th Mon. to Fri Singles
Tuesday 12th Feb Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles
Friday 15th March: Open Gents 18 holes Singles.
Saturday 16th 18 Singles
Sunday 17th March: 18 Singles S/F
Tues 19th March: Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles
GENTS RESULTS:
Monday 4th to 8th Mon. to Fri Singles: 1st Alan Harty (1) 39pts
Tuesday 5th Mar Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles
1st Maurice Swan (16) 39pts
Sunday 10th March: Captains Drive-In & Shotgun Start Scramble
1st John White (5) Mairead Ryan (27) William O’Connor (27) 425/8
2nd Brian O’Connor (9) Bernie Morrissey (30) Declan Kiely (12) 445/8
3rd Rosie Murphy (12) Bridge Walsh(15) Ned O’Connor (18) 453/8
4th Colin McArthur (6) Helena Fitzgerald (16) Ray Moloney (12) 463/4
5th Martin Morris (8) Eilo Fitzgerald (23) Michael Whelan (15) 471/4
6th Conor Clancy (9) Ann Keane (33) Frank Waters (16) 476/8
EVERY TUESDAY OPEN GENTS & LADIES SENIORS
Every Tuesday we host our popular Open Seniors (50+) Gents and Ladies Singles competition. Visitor Entry is 12 euro or Golf and Carvery 20 euro. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055.
EVERY FRIDAY OPEN GENTS SINGLES
Every Friday at the Gold Coast we host an Open Gents Singles Stableford competition. Visitor Entry is 15 euro or Golf and Carvery 25 euro. For bookings visit our club website www.goldcoastgolfclub.com or phone 058 44055.
SOCIETIES AND GREENFEES WELCOME
To book your society outing here at the Goldcoast contact Irene Lynch Director of Golf for date availability and preferential rates. We look forward to greeting you and your guests and friends in 2019. Tel. 058 44055, email goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com.
LADIES NOTES
LADIES MEMBERSHIP AND GOLF INSURANCE
Thank you to all our members who have paid their annual subscriptions and golf insurance.
Fixtures
10 Hole On-going Competition
18 Hole On-going Competition
13 Hole 3 Per Scramble ( Mon18th Mar)
18 Hole S/F Mothers Day Competition (Sun 24th March)
13 Hole Easter Egg Scramble (Sun 14th April)
Winter League sponsored by The Moorings Bar & Restaurant
Our winter league kindly sponsored by The Moorings Bar and Restaurant over 10 holes has now finished Round 7, and with results now in, the Daisies are still in the lead with the Bluebells and Pansies chasing with only 1point between them. The leader board has now changed dramatically and with only one week left to play, anything could happen between the leaders so keep up the good work girls!! – remember a point is awarded for each round played even when your score is not counting!! If you want to see how your team is doing, below are the results. Please note, that due to inclement weather conditions Round 8 has been extended for another week!!
Round 8 extended for another week from Monday11th- 17th March
Team Positions after Rd. 6
Daisies (Mairead) 375
Bluebells (Elaine) 352
Pansies (Peig) 351
Daffodils (Mary D) 346
Tulips (Lil) 339
Snowdrops (Marie) 338
Violets (Noirin) 334
Primroses (Rosie) 319
18 Hole On-going Competition
The 18 Hole on-going competition is now running giving everyone the opportunity to play a 10 or 18 hole game. We will be using the forward tees already in use from the 15 – 18th while the competitions are non- qualifying, the entry and re-entry will be €5 with a total of 20 entries per round. Enjoy!!
Coastal Alliance
Our last outing was to Tramore GC on Thursday 7th March in glorious but windy conditions, even the locals found the wind challenging which kept the scores over 14 holes quite low! However, we were not left out of the winners enclosure with Liz Ivory taking Cat C, Well Done Liz!!
Bank Holiday Monday Scramble
We will be having a 13 Hole Scramble on Mon 18th March to incorporate all our lady members especially our GIG ladies. Tee will be from 12 noon, please use online draw sheet to add your name for a fun event before Sat 16th @ 12noon. Enjoy!!
Mothers Day Competition
The Mothers Day Competition sponsored by Dungarvan Shopping Centre is now incorporating 8 golf clubs from around the county with spectacular prizes to be won. Our qualifying round takes place on Sunday 24th March and will be an 18 Hole S/F using the forward tees from the 15 -18th with the best scores going forward to the final!!
Easter Egg Scramble
Our annual Easter Egg Scramble takes place on Sun 14th April, and as always will be a fun day for everybody. As per usual all are asked to bring something small for the presentation, an egg, chocolates, wine, golf items etc. All donations gratefully accepted!!
ILGU Matchplay Competitions
Dates and venues for these competitions will be posted in kiosk, please take note!!
Committee Meeting
Our next committee meeting takes place on Friday 5th April @ 8pm
Club Classic 2019
Our Club Classic for 2019 starts on Easter Monday 22nd April and runs to Sunday 28th, it will be a 3 person team event and entry will be a nominal €20 pp and €10 re-entry. We are asking that all our ladies invite at least one friend to play on our spectacular course and support the club!! Teams can be Mixed, Ladies or Gents and you can play as often as you like!!
Membership Offers
If you are contemplating a new activity and making new friends for 2019 we have the answer, why not join us here at the Gold Coast!! There are many good reasons for joining us, firstly we are an extremely friendly bunch who are always delighted to welcome new members and visitors alike, secondly our course is open all year round due to its natural drainage and last but not least the scenery is breathtaking!!
We here at the Gold Coast are very proud of our course and it’s natural beauty, if you would like to sample same, please contact our Director of Golf Irene on 058-44055 for some very tantalizing deals on offer at the moment for new members. There are always ladies available to take out new beginners and group lessons are arranged with a professional when the golfing season starts.