Month: July 2018

( above photo; Templemore Golf Club President Phil Ryan and Family, 3 Generations of Golfers. Phil Ryan Jnr. President Phil Ryan, Home from New York Ger Ryan,  Son in Law Eamon Walsh and Grandson Ned Walsh.  (Photo by; PRO Tony O’Toole)

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

Presidents Prize;  Mattie Bourke and Kathleen Maher were the 2018 President Prize Winners.  After a very successful turn out on Friday evening at 3pm. and a great weather start, unfortunately the weather suddenly changed to heavy downpours. Most of the players had to retire to continued playing on Saturday.  Refreshments were served to those in-need and all remained in a very positive mood to continue on Saturday.  President Phil Ryan thanked all that braved the elements and looked forward to better weather on Saturday.  Phil had a great family golf presence with 3 generations of golfers, Phil Jnr., Ger who came all the way from NY, Son in-Law Eamon Wash and Grandson Ned Walsh.

Saturday AM started with a great turn-out of players.  The weather was overcast but turned to some nasty showers including hailstones and later on the day was sunshine for the Ladies. Refreshments were made available by the Ladies, thanks to Maura Sheehan and Josie Moloney. Also complements to Marian Keely and Claire Bohan in the purchase of Prizes both Ladies and Gents and the beautiful arrangements in the Club Lounge.

Presentation of Presidents Prizes on Saturday night;  President Phill and Bernie made a grand and welcome entrance to the prizegiving and social night in the Templemore Arms on Sat. 28^th. July.  Competition Secretary Liam Leahy master of ceremony started the procedure by welcoming all to the event and introduced Lady President Bernie Stapleton to address all.  Bernie paid great tribute to all the Ladies for their support over the year and especially all that helped in making this weekend a successful event, also to all the volunteers in having the course in such a great condition.  Bernie also paid tribute to the Lady winner Kathleen Maher in her great achievement in winning the 2018 Ladies Captain Prize.  Lady Competition Secretary Josie Moloney then proceed with the announcement of the Ladies Prize winners.

Ladies President prize 2018;  Kathleen Maher.  2^nd. Mary Hayes.  3^rd. Mary Ann Maher.   4^th. Sara Hearne. 5^th. Josie Bourke.  6^th. Kay Brennan.  7^th. Sadie Tynan.  1^st. nine.  Ann Kenny.  2^nd Nine. Mary Ryan.  9.Hole Ladies. 1^st. Breda  Murphy.  2^nd. Marian Keely. 3^rd. Mary Moore.

The baton was then pass onto President Phillip Ryan for his address and commenced with a warm welcome to the great attendance.  He paid great tribute to all of his family and especially to his son Ger who travelled from New York to attend the event. Also a great honour to Templemore golf Club to have the President of the GUI John Moloughney in attendance.  Phil thanked the Course Manager Liam Leahy, and the greenskeeper John Alaxandra and all the volunteers for their excellent work on the having the course in such a great condition.  Phil also mentioned the need for all the members to promote this wonderful competitive course and the asset it is to the youth and the town of Templemore at every opportunity now that there is a firm verbal commitment that the future of Templemore Golf Course will be secured.  He concluded by congratulating all the winners of the 2018 President Prizes.  Competition secretary Liam Leahy then commenced with the presentation;  The 2018 President  Prize Winner was;  Matty Bourke;  2^nd. John Mullaly.  3^rd. Mick Connell.  Gross; Ciaran Hassett.  20+  Tommy Foley.  Front 9, Martin Bohan.  Back 9, Michael Webster.  A great night was enjoyed by all with Music, Dance, Raffles and Song into the early hours.

 

Best of luck to the JB Carr Team;  The next leg of the Munster Final will be against Mahon Golf Club in Cork, another 18hole prestigious Club . The dates are as follows: Away Game; Wed. 1^st August, and Home Game; Friday 10^th August, with a 2pm start on both days.

 

Juvenile Golf Lessons Update;  There will be no Juvenile Golf Lessons on Friday 3^rd. July.  The next lesson will be on Friday 10^th. Aug.  All Juveniles are encouraged by the Club Juvenile Officer Pat O’Connell to continue playing over school breaks and the summer months.  Any information required or those who would still like to enrol, contact Pat O’Connell 087 9205821.

 

Sunday Competition Winners:  Another great turn out for this Saturday 21^st. and Sunday 22^nd. 18hole Stableford.  The Winners were;  1^st.  Martin Bohan, 2^nd. Tommy Murphy (Juvenile), 3^rd. John Hassett.  All members are requested to make a great effort to participate in this week-end Golf competition.

 

50 Years of Golf in Templemore;  PJ requested that all members past and present to dig deep and search their achieves for any memorabilia that they can find.  Old photos, sayings, and good banter from the past that can be resurrected to make this project successful All will be appreciated and returned as received after the process.

 

Away scores;  The “Away” Score recording sheet for “Qualifying”, “Non-Qualifying” , “Society”, “Fourball” and “Team Events” is now receiving great attention.  The club handicap Secretary John Greed has expressed that all members playing away or in other societies to record their score on this sheet.  This is a very important request as it is part of the “Golf Ethical” for calculating accuracy on handicap ratings.

 

Green Fee;  The Green Fee for 2018 is now €10 for 9hole or 18 hole.

 

Playing Golf on Templemore 9 hole Golf Course has its advantages;  A magnificent Golf Course to test your golf skills as it tested the best of Tipperary and Munster prestigious clubs in the JB Carr tournament.  Templemore Golf Course is available to all golfers, especially to those that want to return to the game also to members and non-members and members from other clubs to get in your practice rounds, beginners, Active Retiree’s and families who want to take up the sport  will get assistance from any committee member, (refer to web site for committee member list) here are some positive reasons for golfing in Templemore Golf Course;   Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of 18 holes of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more. Playing golf regularly can help you:  Stay fit, Improve muscle tone and Endurance, Lose weight and body fat.  Golf can also be a great way to keep in touch with friends, help in reducing stress as a result of the physical activity and also due to the pleasure of walking in an open and natural environment,  provide opportunities to meet new people, help develop a sense of community connectedness.  Golf can be a very social and enjoyable sport. While you compete against others, you can also compete with yourself to better your previous best score. Templemore Golf Course provides  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. (Membership option rates are on our web site).  Full Annual Membership €350 = Approximately, only 95c. 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 web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee members.  All are welcome.

 

Additional Members Lady and Gents;  All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Senior or Family, Active Retiree’s or any person interested in taking up the sport.  It will be a huge advantage to building the club membership and profile.

 

The Seniors;    The Seniors is a fantastic event for retired golfers to return to the game with like-minded golfers.  If you are over 55 or retired, from any distance or Club you will be more than welcome.  Results are as follows for Thursday, 26^th.  July.;  1^st. Sean Lee, Paddy Nolan, P.J.Leahy, Ollie Murray.  2^nd Team; Tom McGrath, Seamus Ryan, Tom Hogan, Mick Connell.  3^rd. Team;  Pascall Whelan, Mick Murphy, Mick Webster.

Best of Luck;  The best of luck was extended by all seniors to Phil Ryan and Bernie Stapleton on their president Prize week.  Also to the JB Carr team on Wed. 1^st. in the next leg of the Munster Final against Mahon Golf Club.

Next Seniors on Thursday 2^nd. Aug.

LMC;  The next outing is on Monday 30^th, July in East Clare Golf Club, Bodyke,  Interesting to see how Frankie Shortt who won in Class 1, in Ballinasloe on 16^th. July.  Also the Templemore Golf Club Seniors that are currently in the top 12 placings are; Pat O’Connell 185, Liam Daly 176, Bertie Keane 178.  A space to watch.  Best of luck to all and continued success.

 

Club Fixtures;

4^th and 5^th. Aug. 18h S/F.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 3T’s Qualifying.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

18^th. and 19^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

24^th, 25^th, and 26^th. Aug. Ladies and Gents Captain Prize.

1^st. and 2^nd. Sept. 18H. S/F.

8^th. and 9^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

15^th. and 16^th. Sept. Vice Captains.

22^nd. and 23^rd. Sept. 18H S/F.

29^th. and 30^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

Sept;  Club Classic. Date TBC.

6^th. and 7^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

13^th. and 14^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

27^th. and  28^th. Oct. W/D Soc 18H S/F.

November. TBA.

 

Adopt a Bunker Project;  Adopting a Bunkers is helping to keep the course in great shape.  Put your stamp on any bunker you feel that you can commit to looking after and resulting in the presentation of the course to a high standard.

 

 

 

 

 

 above photo; Templemore Golf Club Bernie O’Rourke and Tom McGrath. Munster Semi-Final Paring to win the last match for victory against Castletroy on Thursday 19th. July. (Photo by Rody Cawley) 

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

The JB Carr Victorious Team Munster Semi Final Winners;  The team met Castletroy on Thursday 19^th. July in Castletroy on the away leg of the Munster Semi Final.  All five Templemore parings won very decisively over Castletroy.  This win was unique in that all Templemore parings won their matches against such a prestigious club like Castletroy on their own Golf Course.  Certainly a proud day for all the team members their families and also for Templemore Golf Club.  The team manager Liam Leahy congratulated the Castletroy team on their great sportsmanship, and to his team on their decisive win.  The evening was wonderful for golf and the course was in magnificent condition. Every member generated great energy and played with great skill.  The golf journey for this great team to get to this stage of the tournament has defeated the best and most prestigious 18hole clubs in the region, County Clubs;  Roscrea, Tipp Town, Clonmel, Munster Clubs; West Waterford and Castletroy.  All were at home and away, a total of 12 matches. It is a great and proud achievement for Templemore Golf Club. The Team members were; Seamus Bourke, Michael Keely, Gerry Keegan, Tom McGrath, Dinny Tuohy, Liam Daly, Ambrose Purcell, Tom Kenny, Bernie O’Rourke, Bertie Keane. Reserves; Martin Bohan, Paddy Bourke, John Mullaly, Michael Webster.

 

The next leg of this Munster Final will be against Mahon Golf Club in Cork, another 18hole prestigious Club . The dates are as follows: Away Game; 1^st August, and Home Game; 10^th August, with a 2pm start on both days.

 

Presidents Prize update, Phillip Ryan and Bernie Stapleton; Final arrangements are taken place for this great club event.  Friday 27^th. and Sat 28^th.  The Time Sheets are available in the locker rooms. Friday is for those that cannot compete on Saturday.  Presentations of prizes will be in the Templemore Arms on Sat Night  28^th.  There will music, Dance, Food and Raffle to make the night a wonderful occasion for Phil and Bernie.  Full support from all members will be appreciated.

 

Presentation of Men’s prizes;  Lady Captain, Sara Hearne in the  absent of Club Captain Tommy Foley made the presentation of outstanding Men’s prizes on Wed. 11^th.  Competition Secretary Liam Leahy and Communication Officer Martin Bohan also congratulated all winners and thanked all for their support in attendance.

 

Juvenile Golf Lessons Update;  Juvenile Golf Lessons is continuing every Friday at 10am.  All Juveniles are encouraged by the Club Juvenile Officer Pat O’Connell to continue playing over school breaks and the summer months.  Any information required or those who would still like to enrol, contact Pat O’Connell 087 9205821.

 

Sunday Competition:  A great turn out for this Saturday and Sunday event.  The Winners for Sat 14^th. and Sun.15^th. were;  1^st.  Conor Scott, 2^nd. Ambrose Purcell, 3^rd. Michael Purcell.  All members are requested to make a great effort to participate in this week-end of Golf competition.

 

Ladies Golf;  President Philip Ryan and Lady President Bernie Stapleton will hold their President’s Prize next Saturday July 28th. We expect large numbers to play in these competitions to honour both Presidents. Presentation of prizes will take place in the Templemore Arms on Saturday night followed by music and dancing.

The President’s social mixed; The President Social Mixed will take place this Wednesday evening at 6.30 pm.

Results: Monday July 9th- 9 Hole qualifying; 1^st. Mary Hogan 18pts.  Tuesday July 10th-18 Hole Stableford;  1^st. Mary Ann Maher (24) 37 pts, 2^nd. Anne O ‘Rourke(23) 37pts, Tuesday July 17th-18 hole Club competition;  1^st. Mary Lou Carroll (20) 37 pts, 2^nd.  Ann Kenny (30) 36pts.

Social mixed Wednesday 18th July: Gross -Sean Lee, Mattie Bourke, Sara Hearne.

Net – Liam Daly, Timmy Tuohy, Mary Moore.

Dates for your diary:

July 28th- Lady President’s Prize

July 31st- 18 hole stroke sponsored by Mossie Shanahan Butcher.

Aug 7th- 18 hole stableford sponsored by Centenary Co-op.

Aug 14th-18 hole stableford Club.

Congratulations to the men on a great win over Castletroy in the semi-final of the Munster region of the J B Carr , we wish them the very best of luck as they progress to the Munster final.

 

50 Years of Golf in Templemore;  PJ requested that all members past and present to dig deep and search their achieves for any memorabilia that they can find.  Old photos, sayings, and good banter from the past that can be resurrected to make this project successful All will be appreciated and returned as received after the process.

 

Away scores;  The “Away” Score recording sheet for “Qualifying”, “Non-Qualifying” , “Society”, “Fourball” and “Team Events” is now receiving great attention.  The club handicap Secretary John Greed has expressed that all members playing away or in other societies to record their score on this sheet.  This is a very important request as it is part of the “Golf Ethical” for calculating accuracy on handicap ratings.

 

Green Fee;  The Green Fee for 2018 is now €10 for 9hole or 18 hole.

 

Playing Golf on Templemore 9 hole Golf Course has its advantages;  A magnificent Golf Course to test your golf skills.  Templemore Golf Course is available to all golfers, especially to those that want to return to the game also to members and non-members and members from other clubs to get in your practice rounds, beginners, Active Retiree’s and families who want to take up the sport  will get assistance from any committee member, (refer to web site for committee member list) here are some positive reasons for golfing in Templemore Golf Course;   Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of 18 holes of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more. Playing golf regularly can help you:  Stay fit, Improve muscle tone and Endurance, Lose weight and body fat.  Golf can also be a great way to keep in touch with friends, help in reducing stress as a result of the physical activity and also due to the pleasure of walking in an open and natural environment,  provide opportunities to meet new people, help develop a sense of community connectedness.  Golf can be a very social and enjoyable sport. While you compete against others, you can also compete with yourself to better your previous best score. Templemore Golf Course provides  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. (Membership option rates are on our web site).  Full Annual Membership €350 = Approximately, only 95c. 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 web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee members.  All are welcome.

 

Additional Members Lady and Gents;  All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Senior or Family, Active Retiree’s or any person interested in taking up the sport.  It will be a huge advantage to building the club membership and profile.

 

The Seniors;    The Seniors is a fantastic event for retired golfers to return to the game with like-minded golfers.  If you are over 55 or retired, from any distance you will be more than welcome.

Results are as follows for Thursday, 19^th.  July.;  1^st. John Mullaly, John Brown, Tony O’Toole.  Seanie Gleeson.  2^nd Team; John Galvin, Frankie Short, Pat O’Connell, Phillip Ryan.  3^rd. Team;  Joe O’Connor, Paddy Nolan, P.J. Leahy, Tom Hogan.

Announcement; President Phillip Ryan announced his President week-end commencing on Friday 27^th and Sat 28^th. July followed with presentations and entertainment in the Templemore Arms on Saturday night 28^th. July.

Next Seniors on Thursday 26^th. July.

LMC;  Congratulations to Frankie Shortt on his win in Class 1, in Ballinasloe on 16^th. July.  Templemore Golf Club Seniors currently in the top 12 placings are; Pat O’Connell 185, Liam Daly 176, Bertie Keane 178.  A space to watch.  Well done to all and continued success.

 

Club Fixtures;

27^th. and 28^th. July.  Men’s and Ladies President Prize.

4^th and 5^th. Aug. 18h S/F.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 3T’s Qualifying.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

18^th. and 19^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

24^th, 25^th, and 26^th. Aug. Ladies and Gents Captain Prize.

1^st. and 2^nd. Sept. 18H. S/F.

8^th. and 9^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

15^th. and 16^th. Sept. Vice Captains.

22^nd. and 23^rd. Sept. 18H S/F.

29^th. and 30^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

Sept;  Club Classic. Date TBC.

6^th. and 7^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

13^th. and 14^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

27^th. and  28^th. Oct. W/D Soc 18H S/F.

November. TBA.

 

Adopt a Bunker Project;  Adopting a Bunkers is helping to keep the course in great shape.  Put your stamp on any bunker you feel that you can commit to looking after and resulting in the presentation of the course to a high standard.

 

 

 

 

Templemore Golf Club JB Carr victorious Team-v-Castletroy in Templemore on Thursday 12th. July;  F.R. . Dinny Tuohy, Bernie O’Rourke, Tom Kenny, Liam Daly. Tom McGrath. B.R. Team Manager Liam Leahy, Paddy Bourke, Club Captain Tommy Foley, Michael Webster, Seamus Bourke, Ambrose Purcell, Gerry Keegan, Bertie Keane, Martin Bohan, Michael Keely.  (Photo by Rody Cawley) 

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

The JB Carr Victorious Team brought Castletroy to the wire;  The team met Castletroy on Thursday 12^th. July in Templemore. The Tee-time was 3pm. approx..  The evening was wonderful for golf and the course was in magnificent condition despite the burning weather conditions.  Templemore Golf Club experienced great golf from this great team.  Every member generated great energy and played with great skill.  It was a great occasion for Templemore to beat a prestigious club like Castletroy who attended in great numbers.  The next leg of this Munster Semi Final will be away in Castletroy on this Thursday 19^th. July.  The team manager Liam Leahy expressed to the Castletroy team an appreciation of their great sportsmanship and  look forward to meeting again on Thursday 19^th.  Liam also expressed to all club members available to show their support for this team by attending in Castletroy on Thursday.  Best of luck to all the team the subs and their Manager Liam Leahy.

 

Sunday 8^th. July, 18h. Stroke Play Minor and Intermediate Cups;   There was intense competition in both events.  The weather was excellent and created long ball distances which created great advantages.    Winners;  Intermediate Cup; Declan Russell. 1^st. Nett. Rody Cawley.  Minor Cup; John Hassett. 1^st. Nett. Jerome Ryan.

 

Presidents Prize, Phillip Ryan and Bernie Stapleton; The date has now been cast in stone for this great club event.  Friday 27^th. and Sat 28^th.  The Time Sheets are available in the locker rooms. Friday is for those that cannot compete on Saturday.  Presentations of prizes will be in the Templemore Arms on Sat Night  28^th.  There will music, Dance, Food and Raffle to make the night a wonderful occasion for Phil and Bernie.  Full support from all members will be appreciated.

 

Diageo Mixed-V-Cahir;  Congratulations to our Diageo Mixed Team on a great display of determination on Friday 13^th.  but not sufficient to depose the Cahir teams both at home and away.

 

Presentation of prizes;  Lady Captain, Sara Hearne in the  absent of Club Captain Tommy Foley made the presentation of outstanding Men’s prizes on Wed. 11^th.  Competition Secretary Liam Leahy and Communication Officer Martin Bohan also congratulated all winners and thanks all for their support in attendance.

 

Juvenile Golf Lessons;  Juvenile Golf Lessons commenced on Friday 6^th. July at 10am. All Juveniles are encouraged by the Club Juvenile Officer Pat O’Connell to continue playing over school breaks and the summer months.  Any information required or those who would still like to enrol, contact Pat O’Connell 087 9205821.

 

Adopt a Bunker;  Adopting a Bunkers is helping to keep the course in great shape.  Put your stamp on any bunker you feel that you can commit to looking after and resulting in the presentation of the course to a high standard.

 

Ladies Golf; 

Boyne Trophy;  Templemore -V- New Ross home and away.  A great sporting match, Templemore lost their final match in New Ross on Sunday 8^th. despite a great effort by everyone.  Team at home;  Sadie Tynan,  Mary Ryan, Ann O’Rourke, Mary Ann Maher. Away in New Ross;  Josie Bourke, Mary Lou Carroll, Sheila Delaney, Margie Costigan, Kathleen Maher, Bernie Stapleton.
Senior Ladies on Monday 2^nd, July;.  1^st. Anna Russell.

18 Hole Club Competition on Tuesday 3^rd. July;   1^st. Ann O’ Rourke,

Social Mixed on Wed. 11^th. July;  Best Gross. Joe Fahy, Michael Webster, Mary O’Connor, Sadie Tynan.  Best Nett;  Shelia Keely, Shelia Delaney, Ambrose Purcell. The Social Mixed continues every Wednesday evening with the draw at 6.30.  The great course condition is bringing out great numbers for this great social event.  Everyone is encouraged to bring a friend Lady or Gent, also it’s an ideal opportunity for those that want to return to the game of golf.

Presentation of all outstanding prizes; On Wednesday July 11^th.;

Spring League; 1^st. Team 3; Ann O’Rourke, Margie Costigan, Kay Brennan.  2^nd.Team 7; Sadie Tynan, Bernie Stapleton, Mary Hogan. 3^rd. Team 5; Kathlean Maher, Mary Ryan, Kathlean Collier.  Individual Wins; Week 1; Josie Bourke.  Week 2; Shelia Deleney. Week 3; Sara Hearne.

Men’s Prize to Ladies;  1^st. Sadie Tynan. 2^nd. Shelia Delaney. 3^rd. Michelle Hassett.

8^th. May;  1^st. Mary Lou Carroll.  2^nd. Sadie Tynan.

15^th. May;  1^st. Ann O’Rourke. 2^nd. Kathleen Maher. 3^rd. Shelia Delaney.

22^nd. May.  1^st. Mary Hayes.  2^nd. Kathleen Maher.

29^th. May.  1^st. Margaret Deegan.  2^nd. Shelia Delaney.

5^th. June, Peters Fruit and Veg;  1^st. Ann O’Rourke, 2^nd. Kay Brennan, 3^rd. Sadie Tynan.

19^th. June;  1^st. Mary Ann Maher.  2^nd. Mary Hayes.

26^th. June. Eurostar;  1^st.  Bernie Stapleton. 2^nd. Margie Costigan.  3^rd. Josie Bourke.

 

50 Years of Golf in Templemore;  PJ requested that all members past and present to dig deep and search their achieves for any memorabilia that they can find.  Old photos, sayings, and good banter from the past that can be resurrected to make this project successful All will be appreciated and returned as received after the process.

 

Away scores;  The “Away” Score recording sheet for “Qualifying”, “Non-Qualifying” , “Society”, “Fourball” and “Team Events” is now receiving great attention.  The club handicap Secretary John Greed has expressed that all members playing away or in other societies to record their score on this sheet.  This is a very important request as it is part of the “Golf Ethical” for calculating accuracy on handicap ratings.

 

Green Fee;  The Green Fee for 2018 is now €10 for 9hole or 18 hole.

 

Playing Golf on Templemore 9 hole Golf Course has its advantages;  A magnificent Golf Course to test your golf skills.  Templemore Golf Course is available to all golfers, especially to those that want to return to the game also to members and non-members and members from other clubs to get in your practice rounds, beginners, Active Retiree’s and families who want to take up the sport  will get assistance from any committee member, (refer to web site for committee member list) here are some positive reasons for golfing in Templemore Golf Course;   Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of 18 holes of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more. Playing golf regularly can help you:  Stay fit, Improve muscle tone and Endurance, Lose weight and body fat.  Golf can also be a great way to keep in touch with friends, help in reducing stress as a result of the physical activity and also due to the pleasure of walking in an open and natural environment,  provide opportunities to meet new people, help develop a sense of community connectedness.  Golf can be a very social and enjoyable sport. While you compete against others, you can also compete with yourself to better your previous best score. Templemore Golf Course provides  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. (Membership option rates are on our web site).  Full Annual Membership €350 = Approximately, only 95c. 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 web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee members. All are welcome.

 

Additional Members Lady and Gents;  All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Senior or Family, Active Retiree’s or any person interested in taking up the sport.  It will be a huge advantage to building the club membership and profile.

 

The Seniors;   A fantastic event for retired golfers to return to the game with like-minded golfers,   Results are as follows for Thursday, 12^th.  July.;  1^st. Team; Joe O’Connor, Seamus Ryan, Pat Maher, John Mullaly.  2^nd Team; Pat Dunne, Paddy Nolan, Pat O’Connell. Mick Carey.  3^rd. Team;  Sean Lee, Tony O’Toole, Frank Shortt.

Best of Luck;  John Stapleton expressed on behalf of all the seniors the best of luck to the JB Carr team on next Thursday 19^th. July -v-Castletroy in Castletroy on their quest to gain a Munster title.  Also to Presidents Phil Ryan and Bernie Stapleton on their President week 27^th and 28^th. July.

Next Seniors on Thursday 12^th. July.

LMC;  Templemore Golf Club Seniors currently in the top 10-11 placings are; Pat O’Connell 180, Liam Daly 176, Bertie Keane 173, Bernie O’ Rourke 168.  A space to watch.  Well done to all and continued success.

 

Club Fixtures;

27^th. and 28^th. July.  Men’s and Ladies President Prize.

4^th and 5^th. Aug. 18h S/F.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 3T’s Qualifying.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

18^th. and 19^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

24^th, 25^th, and 26^th. Aug. Ladies and Gents Captain Prize.

1^st. and 2^nd. Sept. 18H. S/F.

8^th. and 9^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

15^th. and 16^th. Sept. Vice Captains.

22^nd. and 23^rd. Sept. 18H S/F.

29^th. and 30^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

Sept;  Club Classic. Date TBC.

6^th. and 7^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

13^th. and 14^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

27^th. and  28^th. Oct. W/D Soc 18H S/F.

November. TBA.

 

Templemore Golf Club JB Carr Team Players-v-Waterford West in Templemore on Thursday 28th. June;  Michael Keely and Ambrose Purcell.  (Photo by Rody Cawley) 

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

The JB Carr Team are Back in Action;  The team now meet Castletroy on this Thursday 12^th. July in Templemore.  Tee-time will be 3pm. approx..  The Club Captain Tommy Foley expressed to all club members to show their support on Thursday for this great team and to the team manager Liam Leahy for his intuitive team selection.  It would be great to have another proud win for Templemore Golf Club.  Best of luck to all the team, the subs and their Manager Liam Leahy.

 

Sunday 1^st. July, 18h. Stroke Play G.O.Y;   There was a great turn out for this event which displays the growing enthusiasm for the club support. The fine weather and the great course conditions created great scoring.  1^st  Ciaran Hassett.  2^nd. Michael Keely.  3^rd. Rody Cawley.

 

Juvenile Golf Lessons;  Juvenile Golf Lessons commenced on Friday 6^th. July at 10am. All Juveniles are encouraged by the Club Juvenile Officer Pat O’Connell to continue playing over school breaks and the summer months.  Any information required or those who would still like to enrol, contact Pat O’Connell 087 9205821.

 

Adopt a Bunker;  Individuals adopting a Bunkers is helping to put the course in great shape a project that is progressing well to will be a great success.  Put your stamp on any bunker you feel that you can commit to looking after and resulting in presentation of the course to a high standard.

 

Ladies Golf; 

Senior Ladies on Monday 2^nd, July;.  1^st. Anna Russell.

18 Hole Club Competition on Tuesday 3^rd. July;   1^st. Ann O’ Rourke,

Social Mixed on Wed. 4^th. July;  1^st. Team. Mary Nolan, Joey Dwyer and Seamus Bourke.  2^nd. Team;  Ann Hogg, Declan Kelly and Paul Tuohy. The Social Mixed continues every Wednesday evening with the draw at 6.30.  The great course condition is bringing out great numbers for this great social event.  Everyone is encouraged to bring a friend Lady or Gent, also it’s an ideal opportunity for those that want to return to the game of golf.

Presentation of all outstanding prizes; There will be a presentation of all Outstanding Prizes on Wednesday July 11th after Social Mixed.

 

50 Years of Golf in Templemore;  PJ requested that all members past and present to dig deep and search their achieves for any memorabilia that they can find.  Old photos, sayings, and good banter from the past that can be resurrected to make this project successful All will be appreciated and returned as received after the process.

 

Away scores;  The “Away” Score recording sheet for “Qualifying”, “Non-Qualifying” , “Society”, “Fourball” and “Team Events” is now receiving great attention.  The club handicap Secretary John Greed has expressed that all members playing away or in other societies to record their score on this sheet.  This is a very important request as it is part of the “Golf Ethical” for calculating accuracy on handicap ratings.

 

Green Fee;  The Green Fee for 2018 is now €10 for 9hole or 18 hole.

 

Playing Golf on Templemore 9 hole Golf Course has its advantages;  A magnificent Golf Course to test your golf skills.  Templemore Golf Course is available to all golfers, especially to those that want to return to the game also to members and non-members and members from other clubs to get in your practice rounds, beginners, Active Retiree’s and families who want to take up the sport  will get assistance from any committee member, (refer to web site for committee member list) here are some positive reasons for golfing in Templemore Golf Course;   Golf can be good for your health and your heart. Walking an average course for a round of 18 holes of golf can be between five to seven kilometres. If you walk 18 holes three to five times a week, you’ll get an optimal amount of endurance exercise for your heart. If you pull your clubs or carry them, you’ll burn even more calories each round and benefit even more. Playing golf regularly can help you:  Stay fit, Improve muscle tone and Endurance, Lose weight and body fat.  Golf can also be a great way to keep in touch with friends, help in reducing stress as a result of the physical activity and also due to the pleasure of walking in an open and natural environment,  provide opportunities to meet new people, help develop a sense of community connectedness.  Golf can be a very social and enjoyable sport. While you compete against others, you can also compete with yourself to better your previous best score. Templemore Golf Course provides  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. (Membership option rates are on our web site).  Full Annual Membership €350 = Approximately, only 95c. 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 web site, or at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee members. All are welcome.

 

Additional Members Lady and Gents;  All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Senior or Family, Active Retiree’s or any person interested in taking up the sport.  It will be a huge advantage to building the club membership and profile.

 

The Seniors;   The brilliant weather is creating a great turn out of Seniors.  This is a fantastic event for retired golfers to return to the game with like-minded golfers,   Results are as follows for Thursday, 5^th.  July.;  1^st. Team; Tom McGrath, Paddy Nolan, John Galvin, Seanie Gleeson.  2^nd Team; Joe O’Connor, Michael Maher, PJ Leahy, Mick Connell.  3^rd. Team;  Mick Murphy, Jim Gleeson, Sean Lee.

Best of Luck;  John Stapleton expressed on behalf of all the seniors the best of luck to the JB Carr team on next Thursday-v-Castletroy and on their quest to gain a Munster title.

Next Seniors on Thursday 12^th. July.

 

Club Fixtures;

14^th. and 15^th. July.  18H. S/F.

21^st. and 22^nd. July.  July Club Classic.

28^th. and 29^th. July.  Men’s and Ladies President Prize.

4^th and 5^th. Aug. 18h S/F.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 3T’s Qualifying.

11^th. and 12^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

18^th. and 19^th. Aug. 18H S/F.

24^th, 25^th, and 26^th. Aug. Ladies and Gents Captain Prize.

1^st. and 2^nd. Sept. 18H. S/F.

8^th. and 9^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

15^th. and 16^th. Sept. Vice Captains.

22^nd. and 23^rd. Sept. 18H S/F.

29^th. and 30^th. Sept. GOY 18H Stroke.

6^th. and 7^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

13^th. and 14^th. Oct. 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

20^th. and 21^st. Oct. GOY 18H S/F.

27^th. and  28^th. Oct. W/D Soc 18H S/F.

November. TBA.

 

Golf Thought;  “Under pressure, I do use one simple swing thought: I pick a spot a foot in front of the ball and hit over it — hard. That takes my mind off the outcome of the shot and keeps me in the process.”  Rory McIlroy.