Month: November 2017

Templemore Golf Club News;

“Templemore won the Buster Fundraising Dog Race Night”  Clare Collins daughter of George and Olivia Collins from Roscrea Road Templemore was the outright winner of the “Buster Dog Race” promoted by Templemore Golf Club in association with Borrisoleigh Coursing Club at the Thurles Stadium on Saturday night 18^th. November.  The total prizemoney was €500. There was a great attendance by both Ladies and Gents from Templemore Golf Club which made the night a very special social night out for the club.  There was great banter and crack but the bookies had nothing to fear.   Definitely, an event that will be repeated.  The race No.10, finish results were; 1,5,4,6,2,3.

Templemore Golf Club Captain Martin Bohan thanked all involved in the process of making this a great fundraising event and especially the support from the public in the purchase of the tickets and also to the Borrisoleigh Coursing Club for their participation and a special congratulation to the winner Clare Collins.

 

Men’s Singles Match play; The Semi-final was completed on Sat. 18^th. Nov. between Conor Sheedy  and Seamus Bourke.  The weather was very overcast and misty but both braved the elements and battled the course with great long drives and finally Seamus Bourke won the event on the 16^th. hole.  Well done to both.   Now to the final stage; Jerry Keegan jnr. V Seamus Bourke.  It would be great to see an exciting drama finish to this great event soon.  Best of luck to both Seamus and Jerry.

 

AGM.  The AGM for the Men’s Club will take place on Monday the 11^th. December at 8pm. in the Club House Lounge.  All nominations for the (5) Officers and (3) Committee positions and motions to the AGM must be lodged with the Honorary Secretary by 5pm. on Wed. 29^th. November. 2017. The Agenda and the Nomination form are available in the Locker Room.

It is important that all members attend the AGM to show solidarity and enthusiasm in the future of this wonderful club which is you the members club and let your voice be heard.  “Please attend”.

 

Fixtures; 

11 hole Stableford “XMass Fare” will continue on a weekly basis including Saturdays and Sundays up to Xmass.  Holes 1 to 11.  Entry will be €3 and re-entry  €2.  “Play as often as you like”.  See the competition book in the locker room for weekly course details.

 

Results; 

11 hole Stableford week ending 13^th. Nov.  1^st. Seamus Bourke.  2^nd. Gerry Keegan Snr.

 

Ladies Golf;  9 hole XMass fare. Tuesday 14^th. until Monday 20^th.  Results in the next issue.

Men’s Prize to Ladies will be on Sat. Nov 25^th. Draw at 11am.

Ladies AGM will be on Dec 13^th. in Murphy’s, all Lady members are requested to support by attending this meeting.

 

Seniors Report and Results;

Thursday 16^th. Nov.  1^st Team; Frankie Shortt, Mick Carey, Jim Gleeson.  2^nd Team;  John Hassett, Mick Connell, Ray Meagher, John Mullaly.  3^rd. Team; (on a count back)  Eddie Butler, Tom Hogan, Liam Daly, PJ Leahy.

 

Social Golf Outing;  Esker Hills, Tullamore on Monday 13^th.  was a great day with almost 50 turned up for the event . Great credit to the Seniors committee and to John Stapleton for organising this successful event.  The results were as follows;  1^st Team; Tom McGrath, Liam Leahy, Mick Carey, Tom Kennedy with a total of 107pts.  2^nd Team; Frankie McGrath, Donal Golden, Ger Corrigan, Tommy Foley with a total of 101pts.  3^rd. Team; Seamus Bourke, John Galvin, Seanie Gleeson with a total of 98pts. Spot prize went to 1^st. Gerry O’Dwyer, 2^nd to our President Tony O’Toole.  Complements were expressed to Esker Hills Golf Club by John Stapleton on the wonderful hospitality offered by Esker Hills.  (we’ll be back)

 

Winter Clean up;  Complements to all the volunteers who helped with the clean-up caused by both storms Ophelia and Brian.  Bunkers now need to be cleaned and the winter look taken off them by raking and weeding.  Also other work is required.  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 and winter rain.

 

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;

 

“Social Fundraising Race Night” in Thurles Greyhound Stadium on  Saturday night the 18^th. November. This will be a great social event for the club.  Don’t miss out on this enjoyable night out with plenty of banter.  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  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).   Full support is called on all members both ladies and Gents for this fundraising event.

 

Men’s Singles Match play; Now at the final stage; Jerry Keegan jnr. (Finalist) V (Conor Sheedy  V Seamus Bourke).  It will be an exciting great to see the finish to this event.  Best of luck to all.

 

Golfer of the Year;  Congratulations to Michael Walsh the winner with 186 points.  2^nd. Place;  Brendan Russell 182pts.  3^rd. Place;  Donal Hayes 164pts.  4^th. Place; Hugh Scott 155pts.  A great competition by all accounts and a credit to all who consistently took part in this event.

 

Fixtures; 

11 hole Stableford will continue on a weekly basis including Saturdays and Sundays up to Xmass.  Holes 1 to 11.  Entry will be €3 and re-entry  €2.  Play as often as you like.  See the competition book in the locker room for weekly details.

 

Results; 

Sat. 28^th.,  Sun. 29^th. and Mon. 30^th. Oct;  18 hole Stableford, 1^st. Rody Cawley.  2^nd. Mick Carey.

 

Ladies Golf;  No results due to bad weather conditions.

 

Seniors Report and Results;

Thursday 2nd. Nov. 1^st Team; George Collins, Pat O’Connell, John Mullaly, John Galvin.  2^nd Team;  Gerry Keegan, Mick Murphy, Phil Ryan.  3^rd. Team; Joe O’Connor, Pat Maher, PJ Leahy.

Thursday 9^th. Nov.  1^st Team; John Mullaly, Seanie Gleeson, Jim Gleeson.  2^nd Team;  Sean Lee, Gerry Keegan, PJ Leahy, John Brown.  3^rd. Team; Bertie Keane, Pat O’Connell, Mick Connell, Frank Shortt.

 

Fixtures;  Esker Hills on Monday 13^th.  results will be interesting with a great turn out, almost 50 for the event . Great credit to the Seniors committee and to John Stapleton for organising the event.  Results will be in the next issue.

 

Storm Damage;  Ongoing volunteers will be required to help with the clean-up caused by both storms Ophelia and Brian.  Some trees have now been cleared and the branches left needs 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.

 

Sympathy was extended by all seniors by a minute silence to the passing of Michael Websters brother. John (Jack) Webster, Midgemount, Cloonagh, Ballinagore, Co. Westmeath/ Loughmore, Castleiney Co. Tipperary.  “May he rest in peace”.

 

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;

“Fundraising Buster Race Night” in Thurles Greyhound Stadium on Saturday night the 18^th. November.  1^st. 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  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).   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)

 

3T’s Finals;  Congratulations to the 3T’s team for achieving 4^th. place with over 80 teams competing from all over the country on the 23^rd. Oct. in the K-Club.  Another achievement by Templemore Golf Club members.  The successful team were Josie Bourke, Des Hennessy, Sadie Tynan and Jerry Keegan a proud success for all the team and the Club. Well done.

 

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.

 

Tommy Foley Vice Captain Presentation Night; Has been deferred and the date and venue will be confirmed later.

 

Fixtures; 

30^th. Oct.  Social Mixed Draw II

 

Results;  Due to bad weather conditions some competitions have been deferred till further notice.

 

“Don’t be without your Sunday game! “  Call in anytime and 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 26^th. Oct. 1^st Team; Sean Lee, John Mulally, Pat Costello.  2^nd Team;  Eddie Butler, Frank Shortt, Tony O’Toole.  3^rd. Team; Paddy Bourke, Paddy Nolan, Mick Carey.

Fixtures;  Esker Hills on Monday 13^th.  Start at 11 O’ Clock, €10 for Golf. €10 for Meal. €10 for Buggie.

This is a senior day out and the deal is excellent.  Contact John Stapleton by text or phone 086-0894718.

 

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”.