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Golfing in the Glenns

Tue, 16 Jun, 2009

President’s Prize
Last weekend President Tony McCormack had his days in the sun with a little help from the rain and thunder. Thankfully the showers were of a temporary nature and did little to detract from a very successful competition. The organising committee have to be congratulated on running it so smoothly and apart from a few glitches on the new fifth, complaints were minimal. Playing off the blues made life difficult for many but no doubt things will change down the line. At the presentation Captain Tom Rigney congratulated President Tony on a fine outing and noted that the ground staff had the course in splendid condition for the first major competition of the year. It is obvious that it will take some time for the new greens to mature but he was certain that Bernard Kennedy and his staff will have everything in splendid order for the remaining competitions. President Tony replying thanked all the members who took part and was glad to note that the new course was challenging to all.
He was vey appreciative of the work done by the organisers and noted in particular the work of the ladies who arranged the beautiful floral displays. He reserved special thanks for Brendan Carroll of Premier Insulations for his very generous sponsorship and wished the company every success throughout the year.
For your diary
Thurs. 18 June. 10.00. Seniors.
Sat.20 June. 9.00 to 1.00. Societies.
Sat./Sun.20/21 June. Lady Captain’s Prize to the Men.
Mon. 22 June. 9.30 to 10.30, Juniors.
Mon. 22 June, 6pm, Presidents’ 9h Scramble. All welcome.
Tues. 23 June. Open 18h singles.
Wed. 24 June. Sisters, Mothers and Daughters.
Fri.26 June. Drumcullen Classic. Contact: Paschal Troy.
Fri.3 July. Cistercian College Roscrea Classic. Contact: Ann McIntyre.
Fri.10 July. Lorrha Classic. Contact: Michael Liffey.
Results
President’s Prize sponsored by Brendan Carroll of Premier Insulations 1st John Murphy (11) 69 nett. 2nd Declan Gath (3) 69 nett Gross: Barry Davis 74. 3rd Jonathan Kelly (10) 69 nett. 4th Benny Beale (18) 70 nett. 5th Matt Feenane (12) 70 nett. 6th Pat Madden (9) 71 nett. 7th Fergus Garland (7) 71 nett. Past President Michael Ashe 73 nett.
1st Michael Doran Tim Kenny Eamon Foley Paddy Grealy 44; 2nd Jim Madden Tom Duffy Dick Johnston 44.
Juniors
All juniors please note that in order to play in the Captain’s Prize (Daryl Nolan) and the McGarry Cup you must take part in at least three (3) competitions over the Summer.
Junior Results
June 8th. Eric Byrne 42 pts 2nd Jonathan Burke 35 pts. Simon Hogan 34 pts. June 15th 1st Sean Stone 41 pts. 2nd Eric Byrne 39 pts. 3rd Conor Stone 38 pts. Boys 9h 1st Kevin Fleury 2ND Conor Freeman. Girls 9h Jennifer Kinsella. 2nd Elen Kinsella.
Presidents’ Mixed Scramble
Next Monday the 22nd Presidents Tony and Mary have arranged for the start of the traditional scramble. This has been running for many years and has proved hugely popular with beginners and experienced golfers alike. Come along and enjoy a friendly 9 holes in mixed company.
Inter Club+
Tough luck on manager Brian Guinan’s O’Moore team at Esker Hills who were pipped by one point by the locals. This was unfortunate as the team had spent several sessions in preparation and were very hopeful of victory. Brian reports that the team, though disappointed, are determined to make the breakthrough one of those years.
Well done to the Barton Shield team who qualified for the next round under manager Michael Horan at Glasson on Sunday. The team was: Michael Horan/Seamie Breen and Billy Donlon/Declan Gath.
New course record
Congratulations to Declan Gath on setting a new course record on Saturday. Declan playing off 3 returned a 72 (nett 69). Well done.

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