MENS NOTES:
Juniors
A reminder that the Junior Captains Prize 2023 (Adam Cooney) is scheduled for Friday the 29th of December. We would also take this opportunity to wish all of our juniors and their families a Happy Christmas and New Year, and thanks again to all of our junior golf sponsors for their great support in 2023. We look forward to doing it all again in 2024!
Men’s Results
Congratulations to Garrett Condon and Matt O’Donoghue who are the latest winners in our on-going 12-hole competition. Well done guys; vouchers are on the way!
Garrett Condon 30 pts
Matt O’Donoghue 27 pts
Men’s Fixtures
The Laharts 12 Hole Open Singles Green Tees will continue from Monday the 18th to Friday the 22nd of December.
€5 for Members & €10 for Visitors.
Every 20 entries = 1 Voucher.
Saturday the 23rd to Sunday the 31st December will run an Open 2 Person Champagne Scramble (12 Hole).
€10 for Members & €20 for Visitors (per team of 2).
Placing everywhere through the green. See Notice Board for T&C’s.
Don’t forget that you now have the option to enter the club lotto draw at competition sign in stage on the computer.
Spring League
An entry sheet for the Spring League is now on the men’s notice board along with T&C’s for the competition. Make sure to put your name down and pay the entry fee before the 31st of December if you wish to play!
Captain’s Drive-In
The tee sheet for the New Years Day Captain’s Drive-In will be on the board from this coming Friday.
Seniors:
Wishing all our Seniors a very Happy Christmas and looking forward to the start of a new season in 2024.
Club AGM
The AGM of Clonmel Golf Club took place on Monday 11th December at 7.30pm in the Clubhouse. There was Congratulations to Elizabeth Joy who was elected as President for 2024.The following Officers and Management Committee were duly elected:
OFFICERS:
OFFICE
PRESIDENT Elizabeth Joy
HON. SECRETARY Maura Lyons
HON. TREASURER Des Morrissey
HON. MARKETING
& RECRUITMENT OFFICER Oliver Lonergan
MEN’S CAPTAIN Fergal Condon
MEN’S VICE-CAPTAIN David Hoyne
LADY CAPTAIN Eta Barry-Walsh
COMMITTEE
Liz Binchy, John Bolger, Liam Kennedy, Elaine Winston
TRUSTEES
The following 3 Trustees were duly elected:
Brendan Binchy, Marjorie Walsh and Patsy O’Keeffe
We would like to wish all our members a very Happy Christmas and good golfing in 2024.
NEW MEMBERS 2023/2024
Membership year 1st April – 31st March. If you are looking to join the club, please contact the office for details of rates.
Special Offer -15 months for the Price of 12
Special offer on New Members from now to 31st March 2024. €450 + €50 comp levy + Golf Ireland fees. This offer is open to new members and past members who have not renewed their membership within the last 5 years. Golf Ireland fees not included. Terms and conditions apply so for full details please contact Aine at the office on 052-6124050 or download an application form from our website www.clonmelgolfclub.com.
Christmas Gifts – CLUB VOUCHERS
With Christmas fast approaching our thoughts go to the task of selecting gifts for those near and dear to us. This Christmas why not purchase some Club Vouchers for the golfers in your family. These can be used as payment against the Annual Subscription and for green fees -along with Lotto Vouchers and competition top ups. A valuable gift for the golf enthusiast – available from the office. Vouchers also available from Dylan Burke in the Pro Shop and from The View Restaurant. Come visit and see what is on offer or you can email us to get an online voucher – info@clonmelgolfclub.com
CLUB LOTTO
Draw took place on Saturday 16th December 2023 with a Jackpot of €3,200.
Number drawn: 13-16-24-28
No Jackpot winner. 1 match three winner: Alty Doyle.
Jackpot €3,300 on Saturday 23rd December.
Tickets at €2 each and three for €5. Also available to purchase online, QR codes, Facebook.
Vouchers available for all kinds of gifts and presents. Quick Pick Lotto available.
Ladies Notes
Fixtures
Gratitude to Terence Kennedy for sponsoring the Ladies Christmas Hamper competition. Last week, Sean Kennedy and Lady Captain, Eta Barry Walsh presented the prizes in the clubhouse. Congratulations to Betty Lonergan, the champion with an impressive 49 points! Mary Smyth secured second place with 48 points, while Roisin Quinlivan clinched the gross prize. Helen O’Donoghue came third with 47 points and 4th place went to Grace Buckley with 46 points. The scoring was so close and it was competitive. 5th place also on 46 points was our Lady Captain, Eta Barry Walsh. Finola Foley picked up the 6th prize with 43 points. Also finishing on 43 points, 7th and 8th went to Mary Burke and Sinead Healy respectively. Well done to all the winners and thank you again to Terence Kennedy for the sponsorship.
Fun 9-hole Christmas Scramble will be held on Wednesday 20th December from 9.30a.m to 10.30 a.m. Teams of three. In the event of the course being closed or the weather not conducive to play, we will still get together to enjoy a festive cuppa in the clubhouse.
A new 12-hole ongoing competition has commenced on Monday, December 11th. Best two cards to count.
Interclub Competition. If you are interested in representing the club in any competitions, please add your name to the sheet in the locker room. The final date for entry is Sunday, January 7th, 2024.
Ladies Christmas Party
The Annual Ladies Christmas party was held on Wednesday, December 13th in the Clubhouse. A fun and festive evening was enjoyed by a large group of lady members who enjoyed a delicious meal, thanks to Gillian, John and Orla. Thanks also to the ladies committee who did a wonderful job decorating the clubhouse. A great night out was had by all.
Dates for your Diary
Wishing you all a happy and peaceful Christmas and we look forward to seeing ladies out playing over the Christmas holiday season.