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Golfing in the Glenns

Tue, 16 Sep, 2008

Ladies’ Golf
Another week of awful weather caused the indefinite postponement of the Boyne Trophy Semi-finals. Nevertheless 25 members braved the unkind conditions to play for the prize donated by the late Lorna Hogan’s family which was won by Yvonne Claffey with 39points; 2nd Kay Kelly, 36points, 3rd Mary Lonergan 34 points –(on back 9 from Pauline Needham who also scored 34). Sunday’s dreadful wet cold day was a disappointment for all, but the Open Competition sponsored by A Sportsman’s Dream in Nenagh was supported by 43 players – a tribute surely to the popularity of Siobhan Tynan as well as the desire to acquire the opportunity of selecting special sportswear in her excellent shop. The winner was Patrice Delaney (Birr) (4) 38pts net; 2nd Carina Gleeson (Birr)(34) 35pts net; Gross Anne Kenny(Birr) (7) 23pts gross; 3rd Mabel Conroy (Portumna)(24) 32pts; 4th Tory Baker (Birr)(15) 32pts. The 9-hole competition for men was won by Sean Stone with 16 points; 2nd Eric Byrne, 14 points. This coming week sees the playing of Lady President Bernadette McTague’s competition on Saturday Sept.20th. This major prize is once more very kindly sponsored by James Hamill, Ford Dealer in Ferbane. The run-up to this important event starts on Thursday - all ladies are invited to play a 9-hole competition on Thursday – enter any time all day. Coffee will be served all day in the club house to raise funds for Conquer Cancer. Prizes for 7 competitions already played will be presented at 8 pm. Members look forward to the opportunity to meet the sponsors in a congenial atmosphere. Following the formal presentations, the draw for Saturday’s event will be made, and the Bookies will be taking bets on the winner. Saturday’s play for this will take place from 11.30 am. A buffet supper at 7 pm provides the opportunity for all to skip cooking at home and to meet and compare experiences of the day in anticipation of Presentation of Prizes. Naturally, attention will also be on the television screen showing the Ryder Cup at Valhalla, and later in the evening there will also be music. All in all it is a big week for Ladies’ Golf and best wishes to our dedicated and dignified Lady President Bernadette McTague. The weather forecast as of now is excellent......
For your diary
Thurs. 18 Sept. 10.00 Seniors.
Thurs.18 Sept. Coffee all day in aid of Offaly Hospice Also 9h competition in conjunction with coffee day.
Thurs, 14 Sept.8.00 Draw for Lady President Bernadette McTague’s prize.. Presentation of outstanding prizes afterwards.
Fri. 19 Sept. 11.00 Final of the Midland Seniors (McDowell Trophy). Tullamore v The Heath. Match takes place in Birr.
Sat. 20 Sept. Lady President Bernadette McTague’s prize sponsored by James Hamill. Ford Dealer, Ferbane. Buffet and entertainment to follow at 7.00.
Sun.21 Sept. Alf Regan Trophy. 18h Stableford. Presentation of prizes at 7.00.
Sun. 21 Sept. 9.30-12.30 Midland Alliance. Contact Kieran Malone 086 805 3203.
Mon.22 Sept. Ladies Alliance.
Results
Presidents’ Mixed. 1st Michael Ashe, Brian Guinan, Lena Guinan 25.3 2nd John Carroll, June Carroll, Therese Kennedy 28.3 3rd Phyl Flynn, Kay Kelly Ollie Nugent 29.7. Congratulations to the winners on returning the best score of the season Also much thanks to the Presidents Michael and Bernie for organising this very enjoyable competition. Proceeds in aid of Offaly Hospice.
Seniors. 1st. Martin Hynes Michael Liffey Dick Johnston 46; 2nd. Andy Kenny Noel Bergin Seamas Coakley 47.
Inter Club
Hard luck on our Midland Seniors who went down by 4/3 to Tullamore on Wednesday last. Representing Birr were: Captain Paddy O’Brien/President Michael Liffey, Brian Guinan/Tony Rosney, Michael Lyons/John O’Meara, Richard Johnston/Noel Lowry, Billy Donlon/Tim Kenny, Michael Ashe/Dennis Duffy and Tom Wright/Tony McTague. Manager was Michael Ashe.Tullamore now play The Heath in Birr on this Friday at 11.00 for the McDowell Trophy.
Kevin McGrath Autumn/Winter Golf Courses
Kevin McGrath golf professional is now taking bookings for autumn/winter golf courses of 6 to 8 weeks. It is for all levels of golfers. Contact Kevin for details on 087 237 9234. Book early to avoid disappointment as numbers are limited.

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