Month: October 2017

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

Fund Raising;  “Fundraising Buster Race Night” in Thurles Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night the 18^th. November.  1^st. Race will commence at 8pm.  The prizemoney will be €800.  Tickets are €10 (includes entry in the draw, admission and race card on the night).    All members are requested to show your full support by buying 2 tickets or buy one and sell one.  Tickets are available from any committee member.  For further details contact by phone or text; 087-0509278, by e-mail; tmoregc1@eircom.net  or info@templemoregolfclub.ie, also on our web site; www.templemoregolfclub.ie   This will be a great Club Social Nite and a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for the purchase of new additional equipment and replacing old units.  Full support is called on all members both ladies and Gents for this fundraising event.  Fundraising will always be required to sustain the replacement of equipment.  Private donations can also be processed through our web site.  (refer to the Membership tab, select PP17=Pay Now)

 

Tommy Foley Vice Captain Presentation Night; Will be held in the “Templemore Golf Club Lounge” on Friday 10^th. November,  all Ladies and Gents will be more than welcome to a great night of entertainment, banter, own bar and refreshments.

 

3T’s Finals;  All club members wish the best of luck on the 23^rd. Oct.  in the K-Club to the Templemore Golf Club team, Josie Bourke, Des Hennessy, Sadie Tynan and Jerry Keegan a proud occasion for you all the team and the Club.

 

Men’s Singles Match play;  As soon as the weather gets better we expect to see a great contest for the winner of this event, now at the final stage; Jerry Keegan jnr. (Finalist) V (Conor Sheedy  V Seamus Bourke).  It will be an exciting to see the finish to this event.  Best of luck to all.

 

Golfer of the Year;  Due to bad weather conditions the positions as of October as of 10^th. Oct. still remain the same.  Currently the top 3 positions are; 1^st. Place; Brendan Russell 164pts.  2^nd. Place;  Michael Walsh 172pts.  3^rd. Place;  Hugh Scott 155pts.  There is still plenty of opportunities to gain or increase your points for this prestigious event with 4 to 6 rounds to play.  The current full list of placing are on the notice board.  This is an accumulation of all points achieved  from all competitions throughout the year.

 

Fixtures; 

21^st. 22^nd. Oct;  18 Hole Stroke Play. (No Results due to bad weather conditions)

28^th. 29^th. Oct;  18 Hole Stableford.

29^th. Oct.  Mc. Hugh Cups.  (2 Persons Mixed Scramble)

30^th. Oct.  Social Mixed Draw II

 

Results;  Sat. 14^th and Sun. 15^th Oct. 18h,S/F;  1^st.  Donal Hayes.  2^nd. Michael Webster.

 

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.

 

Ladies Golf;  No results due to bad weather conditions.

 

Upcoming Ladies competitions:  October 21st Men’s prize to the Ladies. Due to bad weather conditions this event has been deferred to another date TBC. 

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 19^th. Oct. in Roscrea was cancelled due to bad weather conditions.

 

Golf Pro;  James Bourke, Golf Pro, gave an introduction of his golf qualifications on instructing golfers to become better golfers, especially the seniors.  James can be contacted at 086-3544260 for anyone that wants to improve their golf techniques.  His details are on the notice board in the locker room.

 

Storm Damage;  Volunteers will be required to help with the clean-up caused by both storms Ophelia and Brian.  Some trees have been uprooted and need clearing.  Contact John Stapleton 086-0894718 for times.

 

Bunkers;  All volunteers that have “Adopted a Bunker” are also requested to attend to their bunker for a clean-up caused by debris from both storms.

 

Your Club Thought;  “This is Your Club the members, both Ladies and Gents, therefore be proud and supportive of it, in whatever way you can that will make a difference.  Be positive and protective of its future, so that the youth and next generations of Templemore will inherit the legacy and asset of this great sport facility,  “Templemore Golf Club”.

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

Congratulations;  Congratulations to Liam Daly on winning the “Golfer Of The Year” LMC, Senior Alliance Golf Society.  Also Liam was the overall winner in Ballinasloe and took the LMC President Prize. Well done to you Liam.  Also congratulations to Mick Carey for achieving 5^th overall position. Well done to both and also to all the other club members who represented Templemore Golf Club throughout the year at the LMC fixtures.  All are great ambassadors for the Club.

 

Fund Raising;  Full support will be required for the “fund raising” “Dog Race Nite” in the Thurles Greyhound Track on Saturday night the 18^th. November.  Tickets will be available shortly.  This will be a great Club Social Nite and a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for the purchase of new additional equipment and replacing old units.  Full support is called on all members both ladies and Gents for this fundraising event.  Fundraising will always be required to sustain the replacement of equipment.  Private donations can also be processed through our web site.  (refer to the Membership tab, select PP17=Pay Now)

 

Vice Captain Presentation Night; Will be held in the “Templemore Golf Club Lounge” on Friday 10^th. November,  all Ladies and Gents will be more than welcome to a great night of entertainment, banter, own bar and refreshments.

 

3T’s Finals;  Congratulations and the best of luck on the 23^rd. Oct.  in the K-Club to the Templemore Golf Club team, Josie Bourke, Des Hennessy, Sadie Tynan and Jerry Keegan a proud occasion for you all and the Club.

 

Men’s Singles Match play;  We are still waiting for the results of this event, now at the final stage; Jerry Keegan jnr. (Finalist) V (Conor Sheedy  V Seamus Bourke).  Seamus now back from warm sunshine environment  training, it will be an exciting to see the finish to this event.  Best of luck to all.

 

Golfer of the Year;  Position as of October as of 10^th. Oct. with 4 to 6 rounds to play depending on the weather.  Currently the top 3 positions are; 1^st. Place; Brendan Russell 164pts.  2^nd. Place;  Michael Walsh 172pts.  3^rd. Place;  Hugh Scott 155pts.  There is still plenty of opportunities to gain or increase your points for this prestigious event.  The current full list of placing are on the notice board.  This is an accumulation of all points achieved  from all competitions throughout the year.

 

Fixtures; 

21^st. 22^nd. Oct;  18 Hole Stroke Play.

28^th. 29^th. Oct;  18 Hole Stableford.

29^th. Oct.  Mc. Hugh Cups.  (2 Persons Mixed Scramble)

30^th. Oct.  Social Mixed Draw II

 

Results;  7^th and the 8^th Oct. 18h,S/F;  1^st.  Tom Quinlan.  2^nd. Michael Walsh.

 

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.

 

Ladies Golf;  Francis Murphy’s Competition was held on Saturday October 7th.  The weather conditions were ideal.  There was a great turn out of Ladies.  Results as follows.  1^st. Mary Ann Maher.  2^nd. Mary Hogan.  3^rd. Josie Bourke.  4^th. Sara Hearne.  5^th. Joan Shortt.  6^th. Olivia Collins.  7^th. Ann Kenny.  A very much appreciation to Francis Murphy, his family and staff for their wonderful support.

 

Results for Tuesday 3^rd. Oct.  18hole Stableford;  1^st. Ann O’Rourke.  2^nd. Kathleen Hennessy.

 

Upcoming Ladies competitions:  October 21st Men’s prize to the Ladies. Draw 10pm and 2pm.

 

Ladies LMC;   Well done to all the Gents volunteers that helped to make the course ready for the Ladies LMC on Wed. 11^th.  A great appreciation to all the men for their hard work on the course in creating great condition for the Ladies LMC Golf.  All very much appreciated.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 5^th.;  1^st. Team;  Tom Mc Grath, Paddy Nolan, PJ Leahy, Gerry Keegan.  2^nd Team; Sean Lee, Tony O’Toole, Tommy Foley, John Mullaly.  3^rd Team; Mick Murphy, Pat Costello, Liam Daly, Mick Carey.  Next away outing will be in Roscrea on 19^th. Oct.  Contact John Stapleton (by text only) 086 0894718 to sign up for this great event which includes a choice meal.

Next Seniors; Thursday 19^th. Oct. in Roscrea.

Golf Pro;  James Bourke, Golf Pro, gave an introduction of his golf qualifications on instructing golfers to become better golfers, especially the seniors.  James can be contacted at 086-3544260 for anyone that wants to improve their golf techniques.

 

Club Thought;  “This is Your Club the members, both Ladies and Gents, therefore be proud and supportive of it, in whatever way you can that will make a difference.  Be positive and protective of its future, so that the youth and next generations of Templemore will inherit the legacy and asset of this great sport facility,  “Templemore Golf Club”.

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

After the fantastic support for both Ladies and Gents President’s Prize’s and Social night it’s now back to brass-tax “Fund Raising”.  It has been decided to operate a “Dog Race Nite” in the Thurles Greyhound Track on Saturday night the 18^th. November.  Tickets will be available shortly.  This will be a great Club Social Nite and a fantastic opportunity to raise funds for the purchase of new additional equipment and replacing old units.  Full support is called on all members both ladies and Gents for this fundraising event.  Fundraising will always be required to sustain the replacement of equipment, private donations can also be processed through our web site.  (refer to the Membership tab, select PP17=Pay Now)

 

Vice Captain Prize Presentation Night; This event will be held in the Templemore Golf Club Lounge on Friday 10^th. November,  all Ladies and Gents will be more than welcome to a great night of entertainment, banter, own bar and refreshments.

 

3T’s Finals;  will be on the 23^rd. Oct.  in the K-Club.  Best of luck to the Templemore Golf Club team, Josie Bourke, Des Hennessy, Sadie Tynan and Jerry Keegan a proud occasion for you all and the Club.

 

Results;  Presidents Prize;  1^st.  Sean Lee.  2^nd. Paddy Bourke.  3^rd.  Tom Slattery.  4^th. Denis Ryan.  Several count backs were required to determine the winners.  The full details are on the competition registration book in the locker room.

 

Men’s Singles Match play;  This event is now at the final stage as follows;  Jerry Keegan jnr. (Finalist) V (Conor Sheedy  V Seamus Bourke).  Seamus is currently in warm sunshine environment  training for this event and on his return it will be an exciting finish to this event.  Best of luck to all.

 

Golfer of the Year;  Position as of October 1^st. with 4 to 6 rounds to play depending on the weather.  Currently the top 3 positions are; 1^st. Place; Brendan Russell 154pts.  2^nd. Place;  Michael Walsh 150pts.  3^rd. Place;  Hugh Scott 155pts.  There is still plenty of opportunities to gain or increase your points for this prestigious event.  The current full list of placing are on the notice board.  This is an accumulation of all points achieved  from all competitions throughout the year.

 

Fixtures; 

14^th. 15^th. Oct;  18 Hole Stableford.

21^st. 22^nd. Oct;  18 Hole Stroke Play.

28^th. 29^th. Oct;  18 Hole Stableford.

29^th. Oct.  Mc. Hugh Cups.  (2 Persons Mixed Scramble)

30^th. Oct.  Social Mixed Draw II

 

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.

 

Ladies Golf;  The Presidents prize took place last weekend 30^th. Sept. President Tony and Lady President Maura can take great pride on a most successful event.  All week long the weather forecast looked ominous with plenty of rain forecast, but predominantly it was the sun that shone on most players during the competition. Lady President Maura stayed the event on Monday with a 9 Hole Senior/Beginner competition. It was great to see a new member winning.  The main event took place on Saturday. There were many ladies in very close contention with Lady Captain Josie eventually emerging as winner. It was a double for Josie who actually won Maura’s Captains prize many years ago.  The presentation of prizes took place in the Templemore Arms on Saturday night. Both Presidents were piped into the event by none other than the GUI President Elect Mr John McLoughney and wonderful night was had by all.  We thank Maura and her family for their generous hospitality throughout the event and compliment her on her beautiful prize. We also congratulate President Tony and the winner of his prize, “Sean Lee”.

The results are as follows:  1^st.  Josie Bourke (14) 37 pts.  2^nd.   Ann O ‘Rourke (23) 36 pts.  3^rd.   Mary Lou Carroll (19) 36 pts.  4^th.   Sara Hearne (30) 36 pts.  5^th.   Mary Ann Maher (23) 36 pts.  6^th.  Past President Kay Brennan (27) 32 pts.  7^th.   Margie Costigan (26) 30 pts.  Front 9;   Kathleen Maher.  Back 9;   Mary Hayes.  9 Hole Competition;  1^st.   Margaret Moran.  2^nd.   Alma Ryan.  3^rd.   Maura Ryan.

Upcoming Ladies competitions: 

October 7th Francis Murphy’s prize. Draw at 9pm and 2pm.

October 21st Men’s prize to the Ladies. Draw 10pm and 2pm.

 

Results for Tuesday 3^rd. Oct.  18hole Stableford;  1^st. Ann O’Rourke.  2^nd. Kathleen Hennessy.

 

 

Francis Murphy’s Competition was held on Saturday October 7th.  The weather conditions were ideal.  There was a great turn out of Ladies.  Results will be in the next News Bullitin.

 

Volunteers;  Well done to all the volunteers that helped to make the course ready for the Presidents Prize weekend and also for the Ladies “Francis Murphy’s Prize” on Sat. 7^th. Oct.  All appreciated.

 

Seniors Report and Results;  Thursday 5^th.;  1^st. Team;  Tom Mc Grath, Ray Maher, Donal Golden.

2^nd Team; Rody Cawley, Pat Costello, P.J. Leahy, Pat Maher .  3^rd Team; George Collins, Mick Connell, Frankie Shortt, Tony O’ Toole.  Next away outing will be in Roscrea on 19^th. Oct.  Contact John Stapleton (by text only) 086 0894718 to sign up for this great event which includes a choice meal.

Next Seniors; Thursday 12^th. Oct.

 

LMC Winners;   Watch this Space   “Golfer of The Year Update”  Ballinasloe result on Monday 9^th. will be a decider to see if our 2 members remain in the top 5 placings;  Currently on the leader Board are;  2^nd.  place; Liam Daly, 299 pts. only one point behind the leader.  4^th. Place;  Mick Carey, 280 pts.  It’s great to see 2 of our members still competing in the top 5 of this event.  The best of luck in Ballinasloe.

 

President Statement;  This is Your Club the members, both Ladies and Gents, therefore be proud and supportive of it, in whatever way you can that will make a difference.  Be positive and protective of its future, so that the youth and next generations of Templemore will inherit the legacy and asset of this great sport facility,  “Templemore Golf Club”.

Templemore Golf Club News;

President’s Prize, Saturday 30^th. Sept.  The weather was great and held up well for the event over Friday and Saturday, The course was in excellent condition which resulted in great golf scores.  There was a great attendance. The competition was so competitive that it required several count backs to determine the winners and the overall winning congratulations went to Sean Lee (The Club Handicap Secretary). The Ladies also competed on the Saturday afternoon and had continental weather for their event also with a great attendance.  The scoring was also very also competitive and the winning congratulations went to Josie Bourke (Lady Captain)  A magnificent week end of golf. Congratulation to all who took part which shows that this club is very vibrant and active.

 

Prizegiving Social Nite;  This event took place in the Templemore Arms with a great attendance.  Both Presidents Tony and Maura were piped in be Mr John McLoughney.  A wonderful spectacle to start off the event.  Captain Martin Bohan commenced the presentation with thanks to all who took part and a mark of respect to the passing of P.J. Moran on Tuesday 19^th. September.  Former Club President, 1988-1996.  “ May he rest in Peace”.  The baton was then handed to the Lady President Maura Sheehan who gave a great account and thanks to the Ladies and all who took part and a reminisce to all the her past Captaincy and Presidency.  The baton was then handed to Club President Tony O’Toole.

President Speech; I welcome you all here tonight with a special welcome to our Club Captain; Martin Bohan. Lady Captain; Josie Bourke. Lady President;  Maura Sheehan, our Competition Secretary; Liam Leahy, fellow golfers, families and friends.

I feel very proud and honoured, to be president of Templemore Golf Club.  As I know Ann would also have felt the same if she were here today.  And any other member that has the opportunity to ware this Jacket representing this club.  I want to thank former President 2016, Mr. John Stapleton for asking me to succeed him, I do hope John that I lived up to your expectations.  A very special welcome to the Golf Union of Ireland incoming president Mr. John McLoughney and to Golf Union of Ireland, Munster Branch Official, Mr. Pat Dunne.  The club can be very proud that two of its members reached these prestigious National Golf positions. This is a great legacy to our club.  A special welcome to Vice-Captain of Roscrea Golf Club, Mr. John Maher also a very special welcome to Mr. Jack Kennedy representing “Templemore Sports Forum”.  I’m Delighted to see so many here tonight including past Captains and Presidents an indication that there is a strong interest in the success of the club.  I was told to have a short speech, but with this opportunity, there are sectors that need to be complemented.

Club ambassadors; I want to express a special thanks to all the Ladies and Gents Golfers that represented our club against other clubs, both at home and away.  They are the real club ambassadors.  Thank you all.

Juvenile Golf; Thanks to Pat O Connell for overseeing the summer mixed Juvenile Golf Training Camp.  A job well done, as some of these juveniles are competing well at their own level, and are also winning some adult competitions.  An indication that Juvenile involvement with professional training will be the future and lifeline of the Club. Well done Pat.

Volunteers; Templemore Golf Club volunteers are a special breed of passionate golfers going about the preservation and presentation of this Golf Club.  Every day, every event, every occasion their there.  A special thanks to all and especially to John Stapleton and his aide Rody Cawley for organising the volunteer work schedules and to both for their continued support to me over the year, thank you both.  Also, all Non-members who volunteered their time and skills, with a special thanks to Ken O’Toole who set up the technical framework for our new web Site and social media and also to Darren O’Toole who’s technical team designed our new Club “Welcome” sign.  A very special thanks to all.

The Seniors;  Thanks to the Seniors committee for continuing with this event and for their contributions to the Club towards equipment and other expenditure.  Also for their volunteer help on the course throughout the year.  This is a typical example of integration appreciation for the success of the club.

Ladies Golf;  The Ladies have always been supportive and are an integral part of Templemore Golf Club. Their specialised event “The Social Mixed” is a great revenue and promotional asset to the club.  Thanks to all the ladies who make this event the success it is.  Long may it continue successfully.

Media;  Thanks to the Tipperary Star, The Nenagh Guardian and “The Finest” local paper, for the media exposure they gave us over the year.

Sponsors; Thanks to all our sponsors and especially to Centenary DIY Co Op. for their generous sponsorship to your classic, and also to our local sponsors who are always there to support our club and especially tonight to the Templemore Arms, Dan and his staff.

The Golf Course:  A very special thanks to our Course Manager Liam Leahy, who’s depth of knowledge on course management is always welcome and always vigilant to the upkeep and presentation of the course.  “Thank you Liam”.  also a special thanks to our Green Keeper John Alexandre.  John you have made excellent improvements to our greens and to the upkeep of our machinery, a very special thanks to you.

Family;  Thanks to all my family for their support and encouragement over the year to allow me time to engage and be proactive during this Presidency.  Unfortunately my Mum cannot be here tonight to celebrate this great occasion in my life.  Also a special thanks to my very good friend Catherine Canavan who helped me in the selection of this wonderful “Tipperary Crystal Silverware” Catherines family are well renowned in the “Headfort Golf Club” Kells, Co. Meath.  Thank you Catherine.

Best wishes to; Incoming Captain for 2018 Tommy Foley and incoming Lady Captain  Sarah Ahearne (daughter of PJ Leahy).  You can both be assured that you will have my full support and of all the club members.  The best of luck to you both.

Club Committee;   A special thanks to our Club Captain Martin Bohan, who has steered a steady ship for the Club throughout the year.  With Martins Calibre and Golf knowledge the club is in safe hands.  Also thanks to all our committee members and sub-committee, in their decision making, that protects the lifeline of the club.

Finally and very important;  This is Your Club the members, both Ladies and Gents, therefore be proud and supportive of it, in whatever way you can that will make a difference.  Be positive and protective of its future, so that the youth and next generations of Templemore will inherit the legacy and asset of this great sport facility,     “Templemore Golf Club”.

The Prize Presentations; The night concluded with the presentation of prizes by Competition Secretary’s Liam Leahy and Josie Moloney and followed by great dance and entertainment.

Well done to all.