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Tue, 21 Jun, 2005

Captain’s Prize
Our Captain Tom Rigney’s prize combined with the British Open provided the main talking points over the weekend. Unlike Tom Watson our leader Roger Byrne from the qualifying round did not falter on the big day. Roger who had a fantastic 62 on the first day found the going more difficult on Sunday but he still returned a 72 to leave him four shots ahead of Michael Lyons one of Birr’s steadiest and long standing golfers. Sadly Michael had visions of emulating Tom Watson. Unfortunately the day was unkind to both. At the presentation the Captain thanked all who took part and congratulated the winners who had to face difficult conditions on Sunday afternoon. He thought Roger was a most deserving winner as with his opening 62 he deserved centre stage on the podium. He was particularly pleased with the condition of the course and noted with satisfaction that the new course and greens held up especially well and were a credit to the course staff and the course committee. He praised the Men’s Committee for orgainising the competition so efficiently and all others who helped to make his day so pleasant and enjoyable. He reserved special thanks for Shannon Development and their manager Denis Duggan who sponsored the Captain’s prize. Denis in reply said his company were delighted to be associated with golf in the Midlands,stating that one of Shannon Development’s main aims was to attract tourists to the area and give value for money. Denis then presented the prizes to the winners and wished all a very enjoyable evening The Captain encouraged all to take part in the Club Development Classic on 2/3 August and wished Lady Captain Mary Sullivan a very successful prize day on Sunday next.
Club Classic Arrangements are well underway for our annual Cub Classic which takes place on Sunday 2nd and Monday 3rd over the August bank holiday weekend. All members are encouraged to take part in this very important fund raising event and please ger your friends and golfing companions to join in. A team of four costs € 200 with meal and sponsorship is € 100 per hole. The time sheet is available in the clubhouse. There is also a raffle with a splendid prize of Club Membership for next yar.
For your diary
Wed. 22 July Midland Seniors (McDowell Trophy) Birr v Tullamore
Thurs. 23 July. 9.30 Seniors.
Thurs. 23 July 9.30 Draw for Lady Captain Mary Sullivan’s Prize sponsored by Zandra Fashions (Mary Rigney) Birr.
Sat. 25 July Societies.
Sun. 26 July Lady Captain Mary Sullivan’s Prize. Shot gun start at 12.00
Mon. 27 July 9.30 to 10.30 Juniors.
Tues. 28 July Open 18h Stableford.
Results
Captain Tom Rigney’s Prize sponsored by Shannon Development. 1st Roger Byrne (5) 62+72 = 134. 2nd Michael Lyons 68+70 = 138, Gross:Robert Sheils 78+77 =155, 3rd Jonathan Kelly 73+68 =141, 4th Jimmy Egan 71+70 = 141, 5th Matt Feenane 69+72 = 141 6th Fran Quinn 77+66 = 143. 7th Michael Yates 72+71 = 143. Past Captains: Tim Kenny 72+80 = 152. 8th Tony McCormack 67+76 = 143. 9th John Connell 70+74 = 144. 10th Vincent Liffey 70 + 74 =144. Ladies 9h Stableford. 1st Lady Captain Mary Sullivan 20 pts. 2nd Angela Hough 20 pts. 3rd Mary Bolger 19 pts.
Seniors
July 9th 1st Paul Walshe Ailbhe Doorly Michael Liffey Owen. O’Neill 42; 2nd Seamas Dennigan John Gilmartin Jim Madden 47.
July 16th. 1st Dan Kealy Seamas Coakley Martin Hynes 43; 2nd John Wimms Tom Duffy Declan Hennessy
Open Singles. 1st Conor Slevin (13) 39 pts. 2nd Conor Carroll (11) 39 pts. Gross: Billy McGarry (4) 37 pts. 3rd Stephen Brummell (4) 36 pts.
Inter Club
Our Central Town’s team under Managers Bernard Kennedy, John Kelly and Paddy O’Brien came up second best to strong Cill Dara team in the semi final on Saturday. Better luck next time. This week we face Tullamore in the McDowell trophy. Best of luck to Michael Ashe and his selection.
Juniors
Girls 9h 1st Amy Slevin. 2nd Shauna Carroll 3rd Roisin Watkins. Boys’ 9h. 1st Shane Donovan. 2nd Ceilin King. 3rd Jack Clancy. Boys’ 18h 1st Jim Irwin 40 pts. 2nd Cian Harte 37 pts. 3rd Ronan Murphy 32 pts.
Junior Summer Camp. A Junior Summer Camp run by Professional Kevin McGrath will take place on 20th, 21st, 22nd July and 11th, 12th and 13th August. Contact Kevin on
087 2379234. Since Kevin’s arrival in Birr this camp has gone from strength to strength and junior golfers should avail of this fantastic opportunity to improve their game.

Ladies’Golf
Lady Captain Mary Sullivan's Prize Day. Lady Captain Mary's Prize (sponsored by Zandra Fashions, Mary Rigney, Birr) will take place on next Sunday, 26th July 2009 with a shot gun start at 12.00 p.m. sharp. The entry sheet is posted in the Locker Room so please ensure that you have your name entered prior to the draw on Thursday evening. There will also be a nine-hole competition from 9.00 - 10.00 a.m. - the entry sheet is also on the notice board for your attention. Please note for the 12.00 pm shot gun start, ladies are asked to present themselves at least thirty minutes in advance to allow enough time to get to the various starting tees. Your cooperation would be much appreciated with this. The Lady Captain's Dinner will take place on Sunday evening and this list is also posted in the locker room with details attached for your information.
On Thursday, 23rd July there will be a nine-hole competition prior to the draw with The Bookies on hand to add to the occasion. See notice board also for details.
We all wish Lady Captain Mary an enjoyable and fun filled weekend for her Prize Day.
Outstanding Prizes. All outstanding prizes will be presented on Thursday, 23rd July after the nine-hole competition. If you cannot attend to collect your prize please arrange to have someone on hand to do so.
Semi-Open Results. 1st Place - Aileen Watkins & Margaret Regan - 44 points 2nd Place - Enda Guilfoyle & Marie Keane - 42 points 3rd Place - Mary O'Gorman & Roma Gilmartin - 42 points Visitors - Bridget Guy and Marie Tooher (South Meath) 38 points.

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