Month: November 2018

above photo;. Templemore Golf Club, receives the Highest Achievement Award from Tipperary County Council.  L-R. Councillor Joe Bourke,  Club Captain, Tommy Foley, An Cathaoirleach, Sean Ryan, Team Manager Liam Leahy. (Photo by; Seamus Bourke)

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

Honorary Civic Reception;  The Templemore Golf Club, JB. Carr Team, were awarded the highest Honorary achievement award possible by the Tipperary County Council and Members of the Templemore-Thurles Municipal District for their Golf achievement in the National JB. Carr Competition.  An Cathaoirleach, Mr. Sean Ryan proposed the motion of acceptance based on the following achievement.; “ Templemore Golf Club secured an impressive rating of 3^rd best Golf Club in Ireland.   The competition was held in Woodenbridge in the picturesque Avoca valley.  Woodenbridge was described by the legendary Joe Carr as “Ireland’s Augusta” and “The most scenic golf course in Ireland.   186 Teams competed in this  tournament.  The final 4 teams placings were, The K.Club, Portunmna, Ballybofey-Stranorlar and Templemore.    This great event commenced started on Fri. 31^st. of August with the assemble of all teams on the 10^th. Tee box in the famous Woodenbridge Golf Course.  The teams were presented with their Provincial Flags.  Templemore bearing the “Munster Flag”.  All were piped across the famous “ Wooden Bridge” to the Club house courtyard where all teams were introduced by the Woodenbridge Lady PresidentSiobhan Saunders.  Each team manager called out the team members which was a proud occasion to hear Templemore Team Manager, Liam Leahy call out his team.  A wonderful and emotional occasion for all the team their families and supporters. On Saturday the 1^st.Sept. the first draw Templemore was competing against the renowned Portumna Golf Club which Templemore took them to the 18^th hole, only to concede by one stroke.   On Saturday 2^nd. Templemore competed for 3^rd. Place against  another renowned Ballybofey-Stranorlar Golf Club.  The Golf was very competitive with the Templemore Team giving their all to secure a victory.  Templemore finally won on a playoff on the 19^th. Hole with Seamus Bourke and  Liam Daly securing a historical victory for the team.  A great celebration of victory echoed all over the Avoca Valley from the Templemore Supporters.  it was a sight to behold and history was made for Templemore Golf Club.  There was wonderful support on all days of the competitions by Templemore Supporters both Ladies and Gents.  A united front by all the Templemore Golf Club members was evidence in encouragement for the team.  Also great support came up from Mahon Golf Club in Cork in support of this Munster Team.  The President of the Golf Union of ireland John Moloughney was also in support of the Templemore Team.  On Sunday night the team was presented with their award to the Team Manager Liam Leahy and again a proud occasion when he assembled his team for protocols.    All the teams then assembled to a banquet in the great hall of the Golf Club.  A unique presentation was made to Tom McGrath for his own personal achievement with a hole in one.  This was also acknowledged by the all the teams as an extraordinary win by Tom, again history in the making and putting Templemore on the Golf Map.  The night continued with great accolades and to finish off the ceremonial events Templemore Club Captain Tommy Foley, belted out, in the “Crowded Banquet Hall” a fantastic rendition of  “Slievenamon”  it echoed all over the Avoca Valley.  Truly Templemore left a fantastic impression in the golf fraternity of Ireland and Woodenbrige “.    Councillor Joe Bourke then Second the Motion and expressed the proud national achievement that this Team brought to Templemore and will be a great motivation for Templemore Golf Club and the Town to be honored with this Jewel in its Crown as a fantastic community amenity to Templemore and the surrounding areas, in particular that it’s the best 9hole Golf Course in the Midlands.  Club Captain Tommy Foley expressed his pride in representing this great Golf Club at such a prestigious event having beat the best Golf Clubs in Munster and beating Ballybofey-Stranorlar in the national finals.  He expressed that all of these teams, and in particular the KClub invested serious monetary commitment to winning this event and for a small club like Templemore to take on these Golf Giants and win, was a phenomenal achievement.   But  most of all he congratulated the Team for their outstanding competitive performance and in particular for the “Dignity and Grace” that each team member displayed to all of their competitors and for Templemore Golf Club.  The now renowned Team were;   Bernie O’Rourke, Liam Daly, Seamus Bourke. Jerry Keegan, Mick Keely, Tom Kenny, Dinny Tuohy, Bertie Keane, Tom McGrath, Ambrose Purcell, Michael Webster, Paddy Bourke and Martin Bohan.

Autumn League;  The 9Hole Winter League is now in progress for both Ladies and Gents.  The entry fee is €20.  Re-entry is €2.  There will be weekly Prizes, Xmas fare Hampers. The competition will consist of 4 Rounds from 18^th. Nov. to 18^th. Dec.  Round 1; 18^th to 25^th  Nov.  Round 2;  25^th  Nov. to 2^nd  Dec.  Round 3;  2^nd  Dec. to 9^th Dec.  Round 4;  9^th Dec. to 18^th. Dec.  .  If you have not already entered contact Competition Secretary Liam Leahy on 087-4115773.

 

AGM Reminder;  The Men’s AGM will be held on 3^rd. Dec. @ 8pm in the Club Lounge.  The nominations forms are now available on the notice board for anyone who wants to be on the 2019 committee and can make contributions to the future of your club.  All members are requested to attend the AGM.  This is the annual opportunity for you the members to participate in future updates, projections and profile of your club.  Please make every effort to attend.

 

Ladies Golf;    “Ongoing 9hole” competition for Christmas fare.

Ladies AGM Reminder ; The proposed date for the AGM this year is Wed 12th of Dec after which all outstanding prizes will be presented.

 

The Seniors;  On Thursday 22^th. Nov.   As usual, there was a great turnout of players, which indicates the continued popularity of this event. The team results were;  1^st.Team with 49pts. were; Seamus Bourke, Pascal Whelan, Pat O’Connell.   2^nd.Team with 46pts. were; Jerry Keegan, John Brown, Tony O’Toole, Frankie Shortt.   3^rd. Team with 45pts.  Liam Daly, P.J. Leahy, Tom Kennedy, Sean Lee.   Continued Best wishes were expressed to Rody Cawley on his recovery.    Next Seniors on Thursday 29th. Nov.

Seniors Xmas Party;  Dec. 13^th. Thursday will be a special Day;  In the morning will be the golf as usual at 10am.  The AGM will be at 1o’clock followed at 2pm. with Dinner and presentation of all Xmas prizes. A great day in the making.

Seniors AGM;  Thursday Dec 13^th. at 1oClock.  Any nominations must be presented to Pat O’Connell on Thursday Dec. 6^th.  for Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer, Plus 2 committee members.  For the continued success of this great event this interested in been active involved are encouraged to put their names forward.

 

New Members for 2019 Reminder;  New members are now been accepted for 2019.  All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Seniors Juveniles and 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.  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.   Also, membership payment options can be made through the Golf Club web site link;http://templemoregolfclub.ie/membership/    All will be welcomed.

 

Ideal Xmas Gift Reminder;  The Ideal Golf Gift is a membership Voucher.  Go online and select the “FEE” tab and then select the “voucher” tab or contact any of the committee for to purchase the ideal Xmas Golf present.

 

New Golf Rules;   Pace-of-play support:   Reduced time for searching for a lost ball (from five minutes to three); affirmative encouragement of “ready golf” in stroke play; recommending that players take no more than 40 seconds to play a stroke and other changes intended to help with pace of play.

 

Golf Ireland;  Golf Ireland geared for the good of the game;  Golf Ireland will mean an increase in support from the governing body. The range of services currently provided by the Confederation of Golf in Ireland (CGI) will be delivered under the Participation and Club Support Department of Golf Ireland. These services will be enhanced and expanded, giving clubs greater resources available to help with the things that really matter: membership, governance and competition.  Clubs across the island of Ireland are now being asked for their approval so that Golf Ireland can become a reality. On 19 January 2019, each Union will ask their member clubs to vote on the Golf Ireland proposal.

Club Fixtures;

11hole S/f will continue every Sat/Sun.

Autumn League now in progress.

3^rd. Dec. Men’s AGM @ 8pm in the Club Lounge.

15^th. Dec. White Dowling Society 18H S/F.

The Pat Delahunty Cup. Date TBC.

Spring of 2019 the Captains/Captains in the Algarve.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

above photo;. Templemore Golf Club.  The Last of The Summer Golf. Eddie Butler, Seamus Bourke, Andrew Purcell, (Photo by; Rody Cawley)

 

Templemore Golf Club News;

 

Week-end Golf;  All members are requested to participate in the week-end Saturday or Sunday golf.  This participation is vital for the survival of competitions and, also for the selection of players for competitions representing the club;  The results for week-end Sat. 27^th/Sun. 28^th. 18hole S/f. were; 1^st. Michael Purcell, 33pts.  2^nd. Les Hogan, 29pts.

 

The McHugh Cups; The competition was a great success and an appreciation to all those that took part.  The results will be in the next issue;.

 

AGM;  The Men’s AGM will be held on 3^rd. Dec. @ 8pm in the Club Lounge.  All members are requested to attend.  This is the annual opportunity for you the members to participate in the future updates, projections and profile of your club.  Please make every effort to attend.

 

Ladies Golf;    “Ongoing 9hole” competition for Christmas fare.

 “9 hole social mixed fundraiser”  On Sunday 11^th. November we are running a special 9hole social mixed fundraiser in support of the Stapleton Benefit fund.  Entry fee is €10.  The draw will be at 1.30pm.  and we encourage as many members as possible to play.  Alternatively, all are welcome in the clubhouse afterwards for the prize presentation, tea and sandwiches where we will have a donation box for those that cannot play.

Ladies AGM; The proposed date for the AGM this year is Wed 12th of Dec after which all outstanding prizes will be presented.

 

The Seniors;  On Thursday 1^st. Nov. saw was a great turnout of players in a glorious sunshine day. The team results were;  1^st.Team with 54pts. were; Jerry Keegan, Joe Hennessy, Sean Lee, Phil Ryan.  2^nd.Team with 51pts. were; Joe O’Connor, Mick Carey, Mick Maher, Seanie Gleeson.   3^rd. Team, Seamus Bourke, PJ Leahy, Tony O’Toole, John Brown.   Seanie Gleeson on behalf of the Seniors expressed delight to see John Stapleton back in the lounge and also expressed best wishes to Rody Cawley on his recovery.

 

Amanda Stapleton 9hole social mixed fundraiser Reminder;  On Sunday 11^th. November the ladies are running a special 9 hole social mixed fundraiser in support of the Stapleton Benefit fund. Entry fee is €10.  The draw will be at 1.30pm.  All members are encouraged to play. Alternatively, all are welcome in the clubhouse afterwards for the prize presentation, tea and sandwiches where they will have a donation box for those that cannot play.   You can also make your own personal donation on the following web link arranged by the Borrisoleigh fund raising Committee;   https://www.gofundme.com/Amandastapletonfund

 

New Members for 2019;  New members are now been accepted for 2019.  Early Bird applications will have the advantage of completing this year golf season.   All current members are encouraged to introduce at least “ONE NEW MEMBER” Lady or Gent, Junior or Student, Seniors Juveniles and 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.  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.   Also, membership payment options can be made through the Golf Club web site link; http://templemoregolfclub.ie/membership/    All will be welcomed.

 

Golf Ireland;  Equality in Golf Ireland;   Golf Ireland will seek to ensure that clubs treat all members fairly and that rights and entitlements are determined by membership categories and not by gender. – Golf Ireland will lead from the front in promoting equality and inclusivity for all golfers. The role of Golf Ireland President will alternate between men and women, and there will be a minimum 30% representation of both genders at Board and Regional level. Golf Ireland is committed to ensuring that the voice of both men and women is equally heard. The voting system at Golf Ireland General Meetings and Regional Meetings has been devised to ensure that male and female club members will have a say in the outcome of elections and voting on notices of motion

 

Memorabilia of 50 Years of Golf in Templemore;  Urgent call for memorabilia by PJ to all members past and present or anyone or families that were involved in golf to dig deep and search 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.

 

Adopt a Bunker Project;  Keep up the Great work on the bunkers.  All members who have signed up to commit to adopting a Bunkers which is helping to keep the course in great shape is very much appreciated.  Put your stamp on any bunker you feel that you can commit to looking after which will result in the presentation of the course to a high standard.   The “Adopt a Bunker” form is on the notice board in the Locker room.

 

Greens Plug Marks;  Players are reminded to repair their own or any plug marks on the greens.  A lot of continued work goes into the maintenance of the greens to ensure they are to a high standard for competitions and it is disappointing to find that some players are not diligent in the repairing of these un-respectful marks.

 

New Golf Rules;   Relaxed Rules for “Penalty Areas” (currently called “water hazards”)  Red and yellow-marked penalty areas may cover areas of desert, jungle, lava rock, etc., in addition to areas of water; expanded use of red penalty areas where lateral relief is allowed; and there will be no penalty for moving loose impediments or touching the ground or water in a penalty area.

 

Club Fixtures;

18hole S/f will continue every Sat/Sun.

11^th. Nov.  Amanda Benefit Fundraiser

3^rd. Dec. Men’s AGM @ 8pm in the Club Lounge.

15^th. Dec. White Dowling Society 18H S/F.

The Pat Delahunty Cup. Date TBC.

Spring of 2019 the Captains/Captains in the Algarve.

 

Winter Timber Sale while stocks last;  Due to all the various storms there are considerable amounts of timber available for winter firing;  The competitive rate are;  €50 for a single car flat trailer and €80 for a car twin flat trailer.  Some chopped and some in blocks, Contact; Tony 086-8209991 or Tommy 087-1715692