News up to Sunday 21st May 2023

Templemore Golf Club. Team V Tipperary: Joe Fahey, Padraig Moloney, Jim Russell, Jerome Ryan, Michael Fogarty, Bertie Keane, P Looby, Dinny Touhy Manager. F.R. L.R. ; Dennis Ryan , Tom McGrath, Ted. Kennedy, Seamus Bourke, Paul Tuohy;  (Photo by Seamus Bourke)

 

Pierce Purcell Interclub Competition.

20th. May.  Well done to Purcell team on 3.5 / 1.5 win over Tipperary in a most exciting encounter this afternoon. Padraig Moloney/Pat Looby claimed the vital point on the 18th with earlier wins for Seamus Bourke/Joe Fahey and Bertie Keane/Ted Kennedy.  Jerome Ryan/Jim Russell lost on the 18th while Denis Ryan/Paul Tuohy were called in. Team V Tipperary: P Moloney + P Looby; B Keane + T Kennedy; J Russell + J Ryan; S Bourke + J Fahey; D Ryan + P Tuohy. Subs: T Quinn, M Purcell, M Fogarty, A Purcell, E Connolly and T Mc Grath.

 

Women’s AIG Minor Cup

22nd. May. Congratulations to the Women Minor Cup team who defeated Faithlegg and are now in the third round of the AIG Minor Cup.

 

Women Getting Into Golf Programme.

21st.May, was the 7th. round of “Getting Into Golf” programme.  A continued dedicated turn out. Todays session was “Playing with members” on a full fairway.  The enthusiasm was fantastic and all were very pleased with their progress.  The programme will continue every Saturday morning from 10am to 12 noon up to June 10th.  The next leg on May27th. will consist of playing a scramble with current members.  A great development for all.  If anyone wants to join the programme contact Ladies Captain Mary Gilmartin. 087-7992355.

 

Seniors Golf.

18th. May. On a fantastic day for golf in Templemore, 9 teams took advantage of our course in great condition and the scoring reflected that. The first 3 teams all scored 56 points and were separated on count-back.  In 1st. place Donal Golden, Mick Murphy, Pascal Whelan and Michael Healy.  2nd.  place John Kirwan, Pat Maher, John Egan and Willie Haverty. 3rd. place Paddy Fogarty, John Mullally, Colm Dooley and John Stapleton great shooting all.

18 hole Stableford

21st. May.  The winner on countback with 38 points was Matty Stapleton with Michael Fogarty in Second place.

 

50/50 Draw.

21st. May.  The 50/50 draw of 200 Euros was won by John Hassett.

25st.May. COURSE/MACHINERY INITIATIVE.  50/50 Lotto revamp.  From 21st May draw will be fortnightly. 3 PAYMENT OPTIONS: (1) Usual envelope system of 2 euro per entry (three for 5 euro) in Clubhouse. (2). 50 euro for one entry to 26 draws (1 year). (3) 100 euro for 3 entries for same 26 draws. Please support this initiative. Funds to be used for Course works and machinery upgrades.  Payment options:  * Clubhouse; * Club Bank a/c – Bank of Ireland, Thurles ie21bofi 904456 78133532.  On Line Payment details on Club website, Templemoregolfclub.ie or to any Committee member.  If you’re not in you can’t win !!

 

Bereavement.

Re: Myles McMorrow (Past Captain)RIP.  A guard of honour will assemble at the Sacred Heart Church, Templemore on Tuesday at 11.30am. All members are requested to wear full dress code (Blazer or Jumper).

 

Fees for 2023 are now due.

Full Member €350.  Couple €500.  Retired-unemployed couple €450.  Family (2Adults+their 2 children under 18yrs) €550.

Country Member €250. Beginner 2023 (1st.yr. 250) ( 2nd. Yr. 350).  Beginner Couple (1st.yr. 400) (2nd. Yr. €500). Students 3rdLevel College & Garda Students €125.  Juvenile (under 18yrs) €75.  Retired-Unemployed & Clergy €300.  Distance (outside 50k) €175.  Green Fees (no reduction for 9 holes) €20.

 

FEE Payment Options.

Club House: Use “FEE” drop box in Locker rooms.

On Line: http://templemoregolfclub.ie/membership/ [templemoregolfclub.ie]Select your Category and proceed by Pay Pal OR by Credit Card.

On-Line Banking Transfer; IBAN; IE21BOFI90445678133532, BIC; BOFIIE2D.

Contact any committee member.

 

Dates for your Diary. 

31st.May. Social mix will resume on Wed 31/05/23 details of same to follow nearer the date

29th. May. Getting into Golf. The next stage of the programme will be on Sat. 29th. May..

27th. May. AIG Men’s Fred Perry Trophy.  Upcoming game v Tramore fixed for 27th May at 2pm. In Tramore.

Seniors.  Every Thursday 10am. Refreshments afterwards in Club House.

Inter Club Competitions.  Team Captains & Vice-Captains.

  • AIG Men’s Jimmy Bruen Shield – Captain, Padraig Moloney , Vice- Captain, Denis Maher
  • AIG Men’s Pierce Purcell Shield – Captain, Tom McGrath, Vice -Captain, Dinny Tuohy
  • AIG Men’s Fred Perry Trophy Captain – Liam Leahy, Vice – Captain, (not picked)
  • Boys’ Fred Daly Trophy – Captain, Pat O’Connell, Vice Captain (not picked)
  • 6. J.B. Carr Tournament – Captain, Michael Carey,   Vice-Captain, Liam Daly
  • 7. Munster Country Clubs Cup – Captain, Seamus Bourke
  • 8. Mixed Foursomes Roscrea Golf Club – Captain’s Declan Kennedy & Mary Gilmartin