News up to Sunday 6th Jan 2019

above photo;. Templemore Golf Club Presentation of Tony O’Toole Vice-Captain trophy to winner Paddy Bourke. (Photo By; Seamus Bourke)

Templemore Golf Club News;

Bereavement;    The death has occurred of Michael (Mick) HICKEY, Moyne/Thurles, on Saturday 5th Jan.  after a short illness.  Sincere sympathy is extended by all the Club Members to his daughter Edel, son Liam, son in law Joe, Marie, and grandchildren Emma and Meabh.  Mick was a long-standing member of Templemore Golf Club and competed on many occasions all over the country on behalf of the Club.  He will be deeply missed by all members and especially by all the Seniors as he was a great character and one of the early Seniors Member.  May Mick rest in peace.

 

Weekly Open Competition Success;  This is an ideal opportunity for all outside club members to avail of this OPEN COMPETITION.  The course is playing well and in great condition.  This weekly 11hole open competition is proving very successful due to the excellent condition of the course and due to the continued support and comments, it will continue until further notice. .  The winners for week, Monday 25th. Dec. to Sunday 30th. Dec. were;  1st. Gerard Keegan. 28pts.  2nd. Ciaran Hassett 27pts.  3rd. Seamus Bourke 26pts.

 

2019 Golf Rules Special Presentation;  There will be a New Rules Presentation at 7.30pm. on Friday January 11th. in Thurles Golf Club.  This presentation is for men and women members from Thurles and Templemore golf clubs all members both Ladies and Gents are requested to attend to ensure that all members are familiar with the new rules.  In preparation it is suggested for all members to log on to www.randa.org and download this app https://www.randa.org/en/rog/2019/pages/visual-search  It will give a virtual explanation of the new rules.

 

2019 New Membership for beginners;  There is a “Special limited Rate” for beginners which is guaranteed not to change for 3 years.  This is very attractive for anyone interested in joining and for those purchasing vouchers to give a life changing experience to someone.  New members are now been accepted.  The membership categories have been increased to suit all sectors of the community.  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, Special Needs 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, just select the “Membership” tab and it will give you the option to pay by Pay Pal or Credit Card. or collect an application form at the club house or contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee members.   Payment options can be made through the Golf Club web site link; http://templemoregolfclub.ie/membership/    All will be welcomed.

 

Golf Vouchers that will give a life changing experience to someone;  The Ideal Golf Gift is a membership Voucher.  contact Martin Bohan 087 0509278 or any of the committee for to purchase the ideal Golf present.

 

2019 Rates;  Gent Membership,  €350;  Lady Membership, €300;  Couple,  €500;  Country Member,  €150;  Beginner Gent (Guaranteed not to change for 3 years) €200;  Beginner (Lady),  (Guaranteed not to change for 3 years) €170;  Juvenile (U15),  €25;  Juniors (15-18yrs. 2nd. Level) €50;  Student 3rd. Level & Garda Students,  €70;  OAP/Clergy (Existing),  €230;   OAP/Clergy (New),  €270;  OAP Couple (Existing & New),  €350;  Unemployed at 1st Jan,  €270;  Social Welfare Recipients and special needs, €270;  Distance (Outside 50K Lady & Gents),  €150;  Family (Children under 15yrs.),  €500;  Green Fees (not reduced for 9 holes), €10;  Green Fees; Junior, Juvenile, Student and Garda Student,  €5;

 

Private Donations for equipment development;   All private donations will be greatly received;  Just select the “Membership” tab and then select “Make a Donation” tab.  The Club will very much appreciate any donations that will help towards the purchase of new equipment, or in confidence contact; Martin Bohan 087 0509278.

 

Ladies Golf;    There will be a New Rules Presentation at 7.30pm. on Friday January 11th. in Thurles Golf Club.  This presentation is for men and women members from Thurles and Templemore golf clubs all members both Ladies and Gents.

 

The Seniors;  On Thursday 27th. Dec.  A great turn out and the course played well due to the excellent course condition ; The team results were;  1st.Team were; Liam Daly, John Galvin, Jim Gleeson, 50pts..   2nd.Team were; Seamus Bourke, T. Deegan, Pat O’Connell. 49pts.   3rd. Team were;   John Hassett, Jerry Keegan, Seanie Gleeson. 45pts.  Next Seniors; Thursday; 10th. Jan.  Sincere sympathy is extended by all the Senior Members on the passing of Michael (Mick) HICKEY, Moyne/Thurles, on Saturday 5th Jan.  after a short illness to his daughter Edel, son Liam, son in law Joe, Marie, and grandchildren Emma and Meabh.  Mick was a early Seniors Member and was a great support to the seniors.  May Mick rest in peace.

 

Club Fixtures;

The successful Weekly 11hole Open Singles from Monday to Sunday will continue until further notice.