July 2020 Web Notes
The CoM continue to monitor Covid-19 regulations, the resumption of competitions and the reopening of the bar and restaurant. Membership is ticking over.
Competitions have resumed and nearly all the sponsors are delighted to continue with their sponsorship. They really appreciate the support from the members at this difficult time. Some sponsorship has been moved to Sat/Sun competitions as there is not enough Wednesdays available for all sponsors.
The Competitions sub-committee decided, with the approval of the Ladies committee, not to run Medal/Strokes competitions this season.
The Ladies GOY competition will not run this year as we have already missed three out of the five months of competitions.
The Ladies Competitions sub-committee have requested that scorecards are used at all times and that the HowDidIDo app replaces the need to use the computer. Scorecards must be verified by playing partners and the name written on the card. Mary Stapleton and Therese Porter will be the only ladies processing competition results to reduce the numbers involved for Contact Tracing.
A new system is place now for Juniors where they must give their names in advance if they wish to enter Junior competitions. They are then given their tee time so there is no need to wait around in groups. Vouchers are given out at the next competition.
Louise was spoken to about the lack of pricing on items in the shop and she will look into it. Louise thinks that the notice on Slow Play in the Ladies Locker room is extremely negative and asked that the committee consider changing it. A discussion on Slow Play took place and the committee agreed that the notice remains as it is.
Philip O’Sullivan, a member, has taken on the role of chef on a temporary basis.
A question was asked as to why the ladies’ marker on the 4th tee box is not at the stone and if we can play from the men’s 8th tee box when playing the 11th hole. It was pointed out that many areas of G.U.R. are not marked as such. Nora Dunne will look into these matters.
The issue of the lack of tags for Green fees was raised. Lady Captain will bring the matter to the attention of the CoM. It may also be a form of advertising for the Club as many people leave Green fee tags on their bags.
Some members are not aware that they may use the clubhouse for tea/coffee, scones, etc. Many thought they had to purchase substantial food. A message will be sent to all Lady members.
Presentation nights will take place on Wednesday, 22nd July for all outstanding Wednesday competitions. A second Presentation night will take place the following week, 29th July, for all other outstanding competitions.
Plans are in place now for the fund-raising weekend. A semi-Open team event will take place on Friday and Saturday with play allowed on both days. The cost per player is €20. A member’s singles competition will be held on Sunday and the entry fee is €10. An Open singles competition will be held on Monday with a €5 entry fee for members and probably €10 for visitors. Timesheets for the competitions will open on Monday, 13th July. A fun event is being planned for Monday afternoon. There will also be events over the weekend for the Juniors and SIG members. Ian Cuddihy will set up a pop-up shop on the course and burgers will be sold at the 18th. Damian Glynn of Orchard Print & Promotions has kindly offered to sponsor prizes for the whole weekend. There will be a raffle with the hampers that should have been for the Easter raffle being used as second and third prize. Damian is also sponsoring first prize in the raffle. A Go Fund Me page will be set up and an email will go out to all members with this information.