Month: September 2017

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

President’s Prize, Saturday 30^th. Sept.  Both Presidents, Tony O’Toole and Maura Sheehan welcome all to compete in this last major event of the season.  The Ladies Tee off time will be at 1, O’Clock on Saturday 30^th.  As the evenings are getting shorter, any Gents that can play on Friday 29^th. will be appreciated.  The presentations will  be in the Templemore Arms on Saturday Night 30^th. The event will commence at 9pm. sharp in the Function Room, so all are requested to attend pre 9pm.  There will be lively entertainment with refreshment food and no admission charge, so all members are encouraged to bring all their family and friends to make this a great Social Night for your club.

 

Time Sheets;   Time sheets are now in place for the Presidents Prize for Fri. 29^th. and Sat. 30^th.  Place your preference time on the time-sheet to avoid delays.

 

Ladies Golf;

Presidents Social Mixed;  The Presidents Social mixed was held on Sunday September 24^th. There was a great crowd present on the day, in what turned out to be a beautiful morning for golf.  Results:  1^st. Team;  Kieran Hassett, Gerry Keegan, Ann O’Rourke.  2^nd. Team;  Rody Cawley, Brendan Russell, Mary Ann Maher.  3^rd. Team;  Liam Leahy, Paul Tuohy, Margaret Moran.

 

Tuesday 19^th.  18H\S\P;  Congratulations to the winner,  Sheila Delaney.

 

Ladies Events;  Glens Trophy Competition;  Any lady who is interested in playing in the Glens Trophy Competition should write their name on the notice in the Clubhouse. This Foursomes Competition will be held in Birr on October 4th. Details on notice board.

 

Murphy’s Competition will be held on Saturday October 7th.

 

Presidents Prize;  We look forward to lots of Golf this weekend when the Presidents Prize will take place and we wish Maura and Tony the very best of luck in what we expect to be a very enjoyable event.

 

Volunteers;  Well done to all the volunteers that helped to make the course ready for the Presidents Prize weekend.  All appreciated.

 

Men’s Singles Match play;  This event is coming to an exciting finish.   The current match play-offs are as follows. A; Jerry Keegan jnr. V Sean Lee, V B; Conor Sheedy  V (D)  Seamus Bourke V Hugh Scott.  It’s important that these players contact each other to finalize their play-offs as soon as possible.

 

Golfer of the Year;  Important!  There is still plenty of opportunities to gain or increase your points for this prestigious event.  The current placing are on the notice board.  This is an accumulation of all points achieved  from all competitions throughout the year.

 

All Ireland Captains Competition; Sat 16^th. this event was held in Roscrea Golf Club and a special thanks to Dessie Hennessy for representing Templemore Golf Club in this prestigious event.

 

Twin Town Cup;  The contest took place last week in “Potenza Picana” in Italy.  A total of 18 people travelled from Templemore for the occasion.  The team from Templemore was headed by our Club Captain, Martin Bohan, including Mick Connell, Michael Healy, Joe O’Connor, Tom McGrath, John Stapleton and Sean Lee.  They competed against a team from “Potenza Picana” and also from “Premilhat” in France.  The competition was held in “Corero Golf Club” with the Italian team retaining the trophy.  By all accounts everyone had a great time and were well looked after  by their host.  Worthy of a revisit again.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 21^st.;  1^st. Team;  Tom Mc Grath, Mick Carey, Donal Golden.  2^ndTeam; Joe O’Connor, Frankie Shortt, John Mulally .  3^rdTeam; Dennis Toohy, Seanie Gleeson, P.J. Leahy.  Next away outing will be in Roscrea. Date TBC.

 

Bereavement;  A minute silence was observed in respect to the passing of P.J. Moran on Tuesday 19^th. September.  Former Club President, 1988-1996.  “ May he rest in Peace”.

 

White Dowling Society President;  Congratulation to President Pat Costello on his very successful President Prize held in Roscrea Golf Course on Sat. 23^rd.  and also to the winner John Stakelum. There was a delightful presentation of prizes in Murphy’s Pub  that evening with a fantastic quality meal provided.  Also an appreciation was expressed to invited guest Captain Martin Bohan and President Tony O’Toole.

 

Senior Fixtures;  Next Seniors, Thursday 28^th.  Sept.

 

LMC Winners;   Watch this Space   “Golfer of The Year Update”  Rathdowney result on Monday 25^th. will be a decider to see if our 3 members remain in the top 5 placings;  Currently on the leader Board are;  2^nd.  place; Liam Daly, 299 pts.  4^th. Place;  Mick Carey, 278 pts.  5^th. Place, Mick Keely.   It’s great to see 3 of our members still competing in the top 5 of this event.  The best of luck in Rathdowney.

Next event;  Rathdowney on Monday, 25^th. Sept.   All LMC fixtures are on the notice Board in Club House and on the LMC web site.

 

Swing Thoughts for the Week;  “Hit the Golf Shot youknow you can hit and not the one you think you should.” – Ben Hogan.

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

President Prize, Saturday 30^th. Sept.  Both Ladies and Gents. This event will be an 18hole Stableford and the last Golf Social event of this season.  Therefore it is expected that all Club Members will attend.  As the evenings will be getting shorter, any Gents that are available to play on Friday 29^th. will be appreciated.  Ladies tee off will be on Saturday Only.  The presentations will  be in the Templemore Arms on Sat Night 30^th. with great entertainment. There will be no admission fee so all members are encouraged to bring all the families and friends to what will be a great social night.

 

Presidents Social Mixed:  “The Presidents Social Mixed on this Sunday 24^th. The Draw will commence at 10.30am and not at 2pm as advertised”   All golfers are welcome to this special event, bring a friend.”

 

Time Sheets;   Time sheets will be placed for the Presidents Prize for Fri. 29^th. and Sat. 30^th.  Place your preference time on the time-sheet to avoid delays.

 

Fixtures:  Friday 29^th and Saturday 30^th. Sept. President Prize

 

Results;   Saturday 9^th. and Sunday 10^th. Sept. 18h. S/f;   1^st. John Greed.  2^nd. Michael Walsh.

 

Ladies Golf;   Club Competition Tuesday 12^th. Sept. 18h. S/f  winner;   Ann O’Rourke.

 

Ladies Events;  Ladies calendar for September is as follows:

Tuesday September 19^th. and 26^th. Club competitions.

Sunday September 24^th. The President’s Social mixed will take place with the draw at 2pm. The 18 hole competitions will continue for the moment with the last draw at 5pm.
Saturday September 30^th.  Lady President Maura Sheehan’s prize will take place with draw time starting at 1pm .Please ensure that you write your name on the list in the clubhouse before Tuesday Sept 26th to be included in the draw.

 

3 T’s.  Congratulations to Lady Captain Josie and Sadie Tynan who qualified in the 3T regional competition in Dundrum, they will now play in the final in the K Club.

New Members are always Welcome!     

Retirees, Seniors that want to take up this great game:   All it takes in Templemore is 2 hours of your time to complete this very competitive 9 hole course.  You can call in anytime at your convenience (No Time Sheet Necessary) and get a game and be assured that you will be more than welcome.  If you do not have Clubs and want to get started contact any golf club member and you will get a start-up kit and you will be more than welcome

 

Why Join;

• Good Outdoor Exercise; 9 holes + 2hrs.  18 Holes = 4hrs.
• Good Social occasions, Presentation Nights, Social Mixed, Senior Events and Away Trips.
• The Handicap System allows members of different abilities an equal chance of winning.
• Various Category of Memberships are available at different rates.  ( see Membership rates on our web site).
• Full Annual Membership €370 = Approx. to only €1 per day.

New members are the lifeline of the club, so all existing members are encouraged to tell all your friends to take up membership and test their skills on this challenging Golf course.  Registrations Forms for new members are now available on line on our new web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278.  All are welcome, tell all friends.

 

Volunteers;  If you want an physical exercise hobby become a golf club volunteer.  You will always be more than welcome in helping with the presentation of the course.  Just check in with the course Volunteer organiser, John Stapleton 086-0894718 to offer any skills that will make improvements i.e. Grass Cutting, Bunker Raking, Strimming of all edges, Drains, Pat-ways and Bunkers, Carpentry, Maintenance or others, or just turn up at your own convenience.  All will be appreciated.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 14^th. results were ;  1^st. Team;  Tom Kenny, Paddy Nolan, Seanie Gleeson.  2^nd Team; John Mullally, Pat O’Connell. Phil Ryan.  3^rd Team; Gerry Keegan, Liam Daly, Pat Costello.

 

New Seniors Members;  If you are a Senior Golfers or visiting Golfer 55+ or anyone in retirement that want a social sport activity are more than welcome to enjoy an excellent social opportunity to play this great game with like-minded golfers.  Just turn up on Thursday mornings at 10am.  Or contact; John Stapleton @ 086-0894718

 

Senior Fixtures;  Next Seniors, Thursday 21^st.  Sept.

 

LMC Winners;   Watch this Space   “Golfer of The Year Update”  placings with only 2 more Outings;  Overall Leader Board;  2^nd.  place; Liam Daly, 299 pts.  4^th. Place;  Mick Carey, 278 pts.  5^th. Place, Mick Keely.   It’s great to see 3 of our members still competing in the top 5 of this event.  Well done to all.  You are a credit to the Club.

Nenagh Results 11^th. Sept;  1^st. Overall Winner;  Bertie Keane.  Category Winners;  3^rd. in Class 2, Liam Daly.  It is always a great profile for the club to see some of its members in this prestigious winning circle.

Next event;  Rathdowney on Monday, 25^th. Sept.   All LMC fixtures are on the notice Board in Club House and on the LMC web site.

 

Swing Thoughts for the Week;  “You turn off your mind. You feel your golf swing without really thinking about it. It’s almost like you don’t think at all. Maybe you have one little thought, and everything else becomes automatic.” – Graeme McDowell.

 

Templemore Golf Club Notes;

Templemore Golf Club President Prize, Both Ladies and Gents will be on Saturday 30^th. Sept.    This event will be an 18hole Stableford and the last Golf Social event of this season.  Therefore it is expected to attract a large attendance.  Golfers available to play on Friday 29^th. as the evenings will be shorter will be appreciated.  The presentations will  be in the Templemore Arms on Sat Night 30^th. with great entertainment. There will be no admission fee so all members are encouraged to bring all the families and friends to what will be a great social night.

“Presidents Social Mix: Sunday 24th. Sept. Tee off at 2pm. All golfers are welcome to this special event, bring a friend.”

Men’s Singles Match play Quarter Finals;  The following are to be completed by September 18^th.   With little change the current match play-offs are as follows. A; Jerry Keegan jnr. V Jim Russell, V B; Bernie O’Rourke V Sean Lee.    C; Conor Sheedy V (Tom McGrath V Eoin Bourke)  V D; Seamus Bourke V Hugh Scott.  It’s important that these players contact each other to finalize their play-offs before the 18^th.

 

Juvenile Golf;   Any Juveniles who do not have their own Golf Clubs and want to continue or to take up this great Game can contact; Pat O’Connell 087-9205821 and he will organise a kit for them from the Templemore Lions Club “ Golf Clubs Wanted” project.  This is a great support project between “Templemore Golf Club” and “Templemore Lions Club” to help juveniles continue with this great game.

 

Time Sheets;   “Don’t be without your Sunday game! “  Place your name on the Sunday time-sheet so that you can link up with other players.

 

Web Site;  If you have any memorabilia Golf photos that you want achieved on the web site which will also be featured on the “Templemore Golf Club Facebook”.   So that they can shared with your friends.  This is great platform opportunity to record all events both current and past in Ladies and Gents Golf.  It’s Important to record any historical events, competition results, Member photos of past activities of the Club.  This is an important opportunity to promote the Club as a Vibrant and Active Club for almost 40 years via the web and Facebook.  Contact; Tony 0868209991.

 

Fixtures:

Friday 29^th and Saturday 30^th. Sept. President Prize

 

Golfer of the Year;  Important!  All members should compete in all competitions throughout the year.  This will Increase your “Golfer of the Year” points.

 

Away Scoring Recording Form;  Important!  All away scores are to be recorded on the “Away Record Form” on the notice board, for Non Qualifying,  Society,  Fourball and Team Events.  All members are requested to respect this request so that a better accuracy can be applied to the formation of handicaps.

 

Ladies Golf;   Tuesday 5^th Sept. 18h S/f.;  1^st  Bernie Stapleton.  2^nd Kathleen Maher.  3^rd Sara Herns.

Social Mix;  Wed 6^th. Sept.  1^st Team, Paul Touhy, Dinny Maher, Mary O Connor.  2^nd Team, Seamus Bourke, Frank Shortt, Mary Moore.  This was the final Social Mix for 2017.  It was well attended and all were very much appreciative to the Ladies for continuing with this great event throughout the year.  Club President Tony O’Toole congratulated the Ladies on making this event a vibrant, active, and noticeable event so that all golfers can take part in it.  Lady Hon Secretary Kay Brennan congratulated Lady President Maura Sheehan and Lady Comp. Secretary Josie Moloney for their due diligence in making this a successful event.

“Presidents Social Mix: Sunday 24th. Sept. Tee off at 2pm. All golfers are welcome to this special event, bring a friend.”

Ladies Events;  Ladies calendar for September is as follows:

Tuesday September 12th 18 Hole Stableford. Men’s prize to the Lady’s.

Tuesday September 19th and 26th Club competitions.

Saturday September 30th Lady Presidents Prize, details to follow.

 

3 T’s.  The 3T charity competition was held on Tuesday Aug 29th, and congratulations to the winner Sadie Tynan.  Sadie will now play with the winner of the men’s 3T competition Dessie Hennessy in the K Club.  A great achievement and profile for the club.  Congratulation and the best of luck to both.

 

New Members are always Welcome!     

Retirees, Seniors that want to take up this great game:   All it takes in Templemore is 2 hours of your time to complete this very competitive 9 hole course.  You can call in anytime at your convenience (No Time Sheet Necessary) and get a game and be assured that you will be more than welcome.  If you do not have Clubs and want to get started contact any golf club member and you will get a start-up kit and you will be more than welcome

 

Why Join;

• Good Outdoor Exercise; 9 holes + 2hrs.  18 Holes = 4hrs.
• Good Social occasions, Presentation Nights, Social Mixed, Senior Events and Away Trips.
• The Handicap System allows members of different abilities an equal chance of winning.
• Various Category of Memberships are available at different rates.  ( see Membership rates on our web site).
• Full Annual Membership €370 = Approx. to only €1 per day.

New members are the lifeline of the club, so all existing members are encouraged to tell all your friends to take up membership and test their skills on this challenging Golf course.  Registrations Forms for new members are now available on line on our new web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278.  All are welcome, tell all friends.

 

Volunteers;  If you want an physical exercise hobby become a golf club volunteer.  You will always be more than welcome in helping with the presentation of the course.  Just check in with the course Volunteer organiser, John Stapleton 086-0894718 to offer any skills that will make improvements i.e. Grass Cutting, Bunker Raking, Strimming of all edges, Drains, Pat-ways and Bunkers, Carpentry, Maintenance or others, or just turn up at your own convenience.  All will be appreciated.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 31^st. was well attended and a delight to see some new members. The results were ;  1^st. Team;  Tom McGrath, Pat Maher, Michael Meagher.  2^nd Team; Joe O’ Connor, John Mullally, P.J. Leahy, Joe Clarke.  3^rd Team; Eddie Butler, Tommy Foley, Jim Gleeson, Paddy Nolan.

 

New Seniors Members;  If you are a Senior Golfers or visiting Golfer 55+ or anyone in retirement that want a social sport activity are more than welcome to enjoy an excellent social opportunity to play this great game with like-minded golfers.  Just turn up on Thursday mornings at 10am.  Or contact; John Stapleton @ 086-0894718

 

Senior Fixtures;  Next Seniors, Thursday 14^th.  Sept.

 

LMC Winners;   Watch this Space   “Golfer of The Year Update”  placings with only 3 more Outings;  1^st. place (Sharing); Liam Daly, 298 pts.  4^th. Place;  Mick Carey, 277 pts.  5^th.  place;  Mick Keely, 277pts.  It’s great to see these 3 members of our own members competing in the top 5 of this event.  Well done to all.  You are a credit to the Club.

Thurles Results 28^th. Aug;  1^st. in Class 1; Pat O’Connell.  2^nd. In Class 2; Mick Keely.  3^rd. in Class 3;  Eddie Butler.  It is always a great profile for the club to see some of its members in the prestigious winning circle.

Next event;  Nenagh on Monday, 11^th. Sept.   All LMC fixtures are on the notice Board in Club House and on the LMC web site.

Swing Thoughts for the Week;

Templemore Golf Club Notes;

 

Templemore Golf Club Fund Raising Classic Saturday 2^nd. Sept.    It was an amazing success from all club members showing their support by entering as many teams as possible which made this Classic a great success.  The presentation night was in Murphy’s Pub and it was also a delight to see so many turned up to share their delight of this event and the winners.  The night was hosted by Club Captain Martin Bohan who expressed his delight in the response from all the club members and sponsors and paid a special tribute to all the sponsors that without their support these events would not be possible and expressed that all members should appreciate this and return the favour in business to them.  The Club Competition Secretary Liam Leahy officiated the winners and paid a special tribute to John Alexandra for his expert work ethic on the course and also a special mention of appreciation to all the volunteers who gave their own time to making this Golf Course a special place to play the great game of Golf.  A special thanks to our main sponsor, Centenary Thurles Co.Op. and also to all our sponsors, Trump Dunbeg, Templemore Arms, John Mullally Mensware, Bourke’s Filling Station Costcutter, Michael and Catherine Ryan Corner Shop, Peter’s Fruit and Veg, Murphys Bar and Restaurant, Pat Stakelum Mensware Thurles.

Classic Team Winners were; 1^st Team;  Jerome Ryan, Michael Purcell, David Coleman.  2^nd Team;  Tom Kenny, Ann Kenny, Joan Shortt.  3^rd Team; Bernie Stapleton, Della Ryan, Noreen Fahy.  4^th Team;  Michael Carey, Frankie Shortt, Eddie Stapleton.  5^th Team;  Seanie Gleeson, Biddy Gleeson, Martin Gleeson.  6^th Team;  Dessie Hennessy, Ted Kennedy, Jack Looby.  7^th Team;  Bertie Keane, Matt Gleeson, Michael Russell.  8^th Team, Tom Connelly, Jim Russell, S. Ryan.

 

Fund Raising; There will be future series of fundraising projects coming up as subs alone will not be sufficient to expand on the requirement that will give you the members, a first class Golf Course.  This is your golf course, be proud of it, and supportive of it, in whatever way you can by raising sponsorship, donations or helping out on the volunteer team.  Donations can be made online on our web site www.templemoregolfclub.ie

 

Men’s Singles Match play Quarter Finals;  All is progressing well and the quarter finals are to be completed by September 18^th.   The scoring is high with some great golf played due to the excellent condition of the course.  The current match play-offs are as follows. A; Jerry Keegan jnr. V Jim Russell, V B; Bernie O’Rourke V Sean Lee.    C; Conor Sheedy V (Tom McGrath V Eoin Bourke)  V D; (Seamus Bourke V Tim Tuohy) V Hugh Scott.  It’s important that these players contact each other to finalize their play-offs as soon as possible.

 

Juvenile Golf;   Juveniles who finished their summer coaching is recommended to continue playing to demonstrate their new found professional Golf Skills as It is intended to continue with similar coaching / competitions in October.  Any Juveniles who do not have their own Golf Clubs and want to continue or to take up this great Game can contact; Pat O’Connell 087-9205821 and he will organise a kit for them from the Templemore Lions Club “ Golf Clubs Wanted” project.  This is a great support project between “Templemore Golf Club” and “Templemore Lions Club” to help juveniles continue with this great game.

 

Time Sheets;   “Don’t be without your Sunday game! “  Place your name on the Sunday time-sheet so that you can link up with other players.

 

Web Site;  If you have any memorabilia Golf photos that you want achieved on the web site which will also be featured on the “Templemore Golf Club Facebook”.   So that they can shared with your friends.  This is great platform opportunity to record all events both current and past in Ladies and Gents Golf.  It’s Important to record any historical events, competition results, Member photos of past activities of the Club.  This is an important opportunity to promote the Club as a Vibrant and Active Club for almost 40 years via the web and Facebook.  Contact; Tony 0868209991.

 

Athlone Golf Day;  On wed. 30^th. Aug.  A Golf Outing Day was arranged in Athlone Golf Club for Templemore Golf Club by John Stapleton.  A great number turned up for this event and it was a fantastic scenic day with glorious sunshine followed by a fantastic meal and great banter.  Congratulation to John for his efforts on organising this great social event for the Templemore Golf Club.

Results 

1^st Team;  Tom Kenny, Mick Carey, Tom Hogan, Timmy Toohy.  2^nd Team;  Tom McGrath, Michael Maher, Pat O’Connell, Jim Gleeson.  3^rd Team;  Dinny Toohy, Sean Lee, Lar  Blanchfield,  Dennis Toohy Jnr.

 

Fixtures:

Saturday 30^th. Sept. President Prize

 

Golfer of the Year;  Important!  All members should compete in all competitions throughout the year.  This will Increase your “Golfer of the Year” points.

 

Away Scoring Recording Form;  Important!  All away scores are to be recorded on the “Away Record Form” on the notice board, for Non Qualifying,  Society,  Fourball and Team Events.  All members are requested to respect this request so that a better accuracy can be applied to the formation of handicaps.

 

Ladies Golf;   Tuesday 22^nd. 18h S/f, Sponsored by Templemore Jewellar;  1^st  Kay Brennan.

Social Mix;  Wed 23^rd Aug.  1^st Team, Liam Daly, Declan Kelly, Mary O Connor.  2^nd Team, Seamus Bourke, Eileen Curtin, Mary Moore.

3 T’s.  Charity Competition Tues. Aug. 29^th.   1^st. Team Sadie Tynan, 2^nd. Ann O’ Rourke, 3^rd.  Shelia Delaney.

 

New Members are always Welcome!     

Calling all Golfers and Seniors that want to take up this great game:   All it takes in Templemore is 2 hours of your time to complete this very competitive 9 hole course.  You can call in anytime at your convenience (No Time Sheet Necessary) and get a game and be assured that you will be more than welcome.  If you do not have Clubs and want to get started contact any golf club member and you will get a start-up kit and you will be more than welcome

 

Why Join;

• Good Outdoor Exercise; 9 holes + 2hrs.  18 Holes = 4hrs.
• Good Social occasions, Presentation Nights, Social Mixed, Senior Events and Away Trips.
• The Handicap System allows members of different abilities an equal chance of winning.
• Various Category of Memberships are available at different rates.  ( see Membership rates on our web site).
• Full Annual Membership €370 = Approx. to only €1 per day.

New members are the lifeline of the club, so all existing members are encouraged to tell all your friends to take up membership and test their skills on this challenging Golf course.  Registrations Forms for new members are now available on line on our new web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278.  All are welcome, tell all friends.

 

Volunteers;  If you want an physical exercise hobby become a golf club volunteer.  You will always be more than welcome in helping with the presentation of the course.  Just check in with the course Volunteer organiser, John Stapleton 086-0894718 to offer any skills that will make improvements i.e. Grass Cutting, Bunker Raking, Strimming of all edges, Drains, Pat-ways and Bunkers, Carpentry, Maintenance or others, or just turn up at your own convenience.  All will be appreciated.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  There was no Seniors on Thursday 31^st. due to the tidy up for the Club Classic on the 2^nd.  Sept.  A very much appreciation was expressed by The Club Captain Martin Bohan on the Classic presentation night to all Seniors that helped in making the course as presentable as possible.

 

New Seniors Members;  If you are a Senior Golfers or visiting Golfer 55+ or anyone in retirement that want a social sport activity are more than welcome to enjoy an excellent social opportunity to play this great game with like-minded golfers.  Just turn up on Thursday mornings at 10am.  Or contact; John Stapleton @ 086-0894718

 

Senior Fixtures;  Next Seniors, Thursday 7^th.  Sept.

 

LMC Winners;   Watch this Space   “Golfer of The Year Update”  placings with only 4 more Outings;  1^st. place; Liam Daly, 294 pts.  4^th. Place;  Mick Carey, 271 pts.  6^th.  place;  Mick Keely, 268 pts.  pre Thurles outing on Monday 28^th.  It’s great to see 3 of our own members competing in the top 10 of this event.

All LMC fixtures are on the notice Board in Club House and on the LMC web site.

 

Swing Thought for the Week;