September 2024 Web Notes

Bereavement

Condolences were expressed to Angela O’Sullivan and Past Captain Joyce Hourigan’s families, with sympathy cards sent in token of our respect. 

September Prize Giving 

The last formal prize giving of 2024 will be on Wednesday 25th September. Food will be available until 8:30 pm, please pre-order in the Pro-shop if you have a tee time of 4pm or later.

Competitions 

President Ilona’s Competition 

It was agreed that this was a very successful day and social event. Thanks were expressed to President Ilona for making this a memorable event. Congratulations to all the winners, we hope that you enjoy your prizes. The committee are updating notes on this and the Captain’s day for future officers. 

Saturday 28th September – Lesley Hopkins Memorial Trophy

Qualifiers for this competition are the competitors who came 1st, 2nd or 3rd in our 2024 Medal competitions. Wishing you all the best of luck and an enjoyable round.

Winter League Competitions

Winter League competitions commence the first week of October 2024 

Winter League Rules as follows: 

This year the Wednesday Winter League competition shall be 14 Holes when course conditions are suitable. It will run from Wednesday 2nd October to Wednesday 4th December inclusive (10 weeks). The seven best scores of the ten weeks shall count for the league. (This is subject to change depending on weather and course condition). The entry fee for the weekly 14 Hole competition shall be €5 and the entry fee for the league shall be €10. There shall be weekly prizes dependent of the number of entries. The number of prizes presented for the league will be dependent on the number of entries but it is expected to be in the order of 4 or 5 prizes.  

On Wednesdays there shall also be a 9 Hole Competition which will not be part of the winter league. Entry fee for the 9 hole competition shall be €3. 

The Weekend Winter League shall commence the weekend of October 5th / 6th and run until the weekend of Nov 30th / Dec 1st (9 weeks). The seven best scores of the nine weeks shall count for the weekend league. (This is subject to change depending on weather and course condition). The entry fee for the weekend 14 Hole competition shall be €5 and the entry fee for the league shall be €10. The number of prizes presented for the league will be dependent on the number of entries, but it is expected to be in the order of 4 or 5 prizes.  

Points for both the Wednesday and Weekend Leagues shall be awarded as follows: 1st: 10 points, 2nd: 8 points, 3rd: 7 points, 4th: 6 points, 5th: 5 points, and so on down to 1 point being awarded to all entrants each week. 

 

New Members – Cards for handicap – Important notice  

The Tuesday late afternoon / early evening golf slots are still available for new members to be able to have cards marked for their handicap. The qualifying season will be ending soon, so we encourage as many of you as possible to get your cards marked otherwise this will need to wait until 2025 qualifying season.  

 

Townhall Meeting for Women Members – 10th October 2024  

The committee discussed the format of this meeting, which will be an opportunity for feedback from our section in relation to the 2024 golfing calendar so that members have a voice to assist with the completion of the 2025 golf planning both internal and external competitions.  

Full details of this meeting are an appendix to these web notes, and this poster will be displayed in the locker room and sent by WhatsApp to all our members.  

 

Christmas Party – 6th December  

Plans are underway for the Christmas Party, on Friday 6th December, this will include prize giving for  

  • Winter League competitions 

  • Ballycurry Cup 

  • Nine Hole Matchplay 

  • Foursomes Matchplay 

 

There will also be a prize for the best Christmas themed outfit so nearly time to start planning your outfit and get out the tinsel! 

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