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WEST WATERFORD GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB NOTES
Notes for week ending 27th August 2005
On Tuesday last, at Dungarvan Golf Club, the Junior Foursomes team of Seamus Power, Philip Spratt, David Curran, and Philip Walsh created history by bringing the first All-Ireland team title to the club.
As Munster Champions, and with the local venue, there was an air of expectancy and trepidation as they teed off in the morning against Connaught Champions Galway, in the semi-final. It was an extremely tight match all the way but with Seamus Power and Philip Spratt holding a four-hole advantage, and David Curran and Philip Walsh just one- hole adrift, they advanced to the final.
Meanwhile, Ulster Champions, City of Derry proved too good for the Leinster Champions, Kilkenny setting up the final between West Waterford and the City of Derry. The Northern Boys have a most impressive record in Junior Golf and would provide the sternest opposition. With huge home support, West Waterford got away to a flying start and while they wobbled a little around the turn, the Boys from the Brickey Valley resisted every challenge. They showed outstanding skill and character during the vital closing holes, particularly the youngest team members, 14-year olds Philip Spratt and Philip Walsh. To the acclaim of the huge gallery, they finally secured the coveted green pennant, with David and Philip Walsh winning by 3 holes, and Seamus and Philip Spratt winning by 1 hole.
At the presentation, attended by all the leading officials of the G.U.I. and the I.L.G.U., the Golfing Union President Mr. Lindsay Shanks paid tribute to the Boys for the wonderful spirit in which the game was played. He went on to present the trophy to the team manager Justin Spratt, who also created history by being speechless.
Many thanks to all who traveled on the day to support the team, not forgetting reserves Cian Kearney and Kieran Gee, and the caddies. A special word of thanks to Dungarvan Golf Club for all their help and support particularly in the run-up to the event, their co-operation was greatly appreciated.
Another notable piece of history unfolded with Philip Spratt winning this All-Ireland Medal; his father Austin was also a winner in the same competition when playing for Dungarvan in 1985, at Athlone Golf Club.
It is a fitting end to a fantastic year for the club, who now hold the Irish Youths Championship courtesy of Seamus Power and the Irish Junior Foursomes Championship. Needless to say, the celebrations are on-going!
Tom Feerick Open Day.
Tom Feerick’s Open Day, which was deferred from the last day of Open Week, took place on Sunday 28th August; Golfer of the Week was also decided following the event. Presentation of prizes took place on the Sunday night together with the presentation of prizes from the Ulster Bank Open which took place over the August Bank Holiday weekend.
Result:
1st: Paul Fox (17) - 43pts. 2nd: John Flynn (10) - 38pts. Gross: Seamus Power (+1) - 37pts. 3rd: Philip Spratt (10) - 38pts. 4th: Charlie Barry, Lismore (12) - 34pts. C.S.S. 36
Open Week Golfer of the Week sponsored by The "Corkonians"
Following Tom Feerick's Open Day the results for golfer of the week were determined as follows:
1st: Philip Spratt - 153. 2nd: Liam O'Brien - 152. 3rd: John Keane - 147.
1st: Tom Power (19) W.W.G.C.- 43pts. 2nd: Frank Ahern (6) Mallow - 42pts. Gross: Alan Harty (1) W.W.G.C. - 39pts. 3rd: Rory McCullagh (9) Seapoint - 39pts. 4th: Aidan Flynn (11) Trim - 39pts. 5th: Thomas Walsh (15) Castlewarden - 38pts. C.S.S. 39pts
Timesheet posted for next weeks Failte House Open Qualifier which will be held on Wednesday 31st August.
Friday and Saturday 25th and 26th 18-hole Stableford Club competition.
1st: Willie Fitzgibbon (21) 43pts. 2nd: Gavin Fitzgerald (16) - 39pts. 3rd: Gordon Adare (4) - 35pts. C.S.S. 37
High Handicap.
Result from Tuesday 23rd August, 9-hole Stableford
High Handicap A
1st: Ollie White (18) - 19pts. 2nd: Liam Troy (22) - 18pts. 3rd: Michael Healy (18) - 18pts
High Handicap B
1st: Patsy O’ Donnell (19) - 19pts. 2nd: Matthew McCarthy (21) - 16pts. 3rd: Shane Hanrahan (18) - 13pts. Guest: Paul Fox (17) - 21pts
Next High Handicap Tuesday 30th August
Junior News.
Result from Friday 26th August -Junior Captain’s Prize & Golfer of the Year competition.
1st: Ian Walsh (36) - 43pts. 2nd: Philip Walsh (12) - 41pts. Gross: Philip Spratt (10) - 33pts. 3rd: Darra Shalloe (28) - 41pts. 4th: Kieran Gee (15) - 41pts. Best 36: Christopher Murphy - 33pts.
Girls results:
1st: Shona Curran (24) - 36pts. 2nd: Ashley Spratt (36) - 26pts. 3rd: Lorna Whelan (36) - 24pts. 4th: Emily Whelan (36) - 22pts. 5th: Emma Fox (36) - 20pts. 6th: Becky Healy (36) - 14pts. C.S.S. 39pts
Result from Friday 26th August, 9-hole Scramble
1st: Seamus Power (+1), Jim Sheehan (24) & Noreen Byrne (36) - 26 1/12
2nd:Ray Donnelly (11), Michael O’ Dwyer (18), Joan Curran (24) & Joanna Barron (33) - 27 10/16
Gross: Philip Walsh (11), Phil Kelly (25) & Matthew McCarthy (21) - 33
3rd: Andy Hickey (6), Willie Lyons (17) & Gary Hurley (20) - 27 10/12
4th: Ger Deegan (10), Noel Conway (17) & Lyla O’ Dwyer (27) - 28 6/12
5th: Aine Parks (34), Brendan Cullinan (20) & Philip Spratt (10) - 28 8/12
Ardmore/ Clashmore Outing.
Result from outing to Water Rock Golf Club
1st: Bertie Hallahan (15) - 40pts. 2nd: Noel Conway (17) - 40pts. 3rd: Liam Byrne (23) - 39pts. 4th: Michael O’ Riordan (17) - 39pts. C.S.S. 39pts
Fixtures.
Tuesday 30th August– High Handicap
Wednesday 31st August – Failte House Open Qualifier. Open 18-hole Stableford. Thursday 1st September – Open seniors, 18-hole Stableford, Categories: 60 to 64. 65 to 69 and 70+. Kindly sponsored by The Country Store, Mitchel Street Arcade.
Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd September and Sunday 4th September – Club Competition, 18-hole Stableford. The proceeds of the weekend competition are going to the Special Olympics Fund (Ireland) and Valued member Derek Baker is kindly sponsoring the event.
Tuesday 6th September – High Handicap
Wednesday 7th September – Failte House Open Qualifier. Open 18-hole Stableford. Friday 9th, Saturday 10th, Sunday 11th September – Club Competition, 18-hole Stableford.
Tuesday 13th September – High Handicap
Wednesday 14th September – Failte House Open Qualifier. Open 18-hole Stableford.
A full list of our fixtures and other information is available on our website. Visitors are asked to note that GUI cards are mandatory.
Scramble, Barbecue and Presentation of Prizes to All Ireland Junior Foursomes Champions.
On Friday last a very successful final scramble of the season took place following which there was a tasty barbecue provided by Valerie and her team. A special presentation took place afterwards before a huge audience to honor the West Waterford ALL IRELAND JUNIOR FOURSOMES CHAMPIONS
Special Olympics Fundraiser.
The proceeds of the weekend competition taking place on Friday 2nd, Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September is going to the Special Olympics Fund (Ireland) and the event is being kindly sponsored by valued member Derek Baker.
Golf Lessons.
T.W Murphy E.G.T.F is available for golf lessons from Monday the 22nd August. Timmy can be contacted by ringing 086-3521070 for an appointment.
Club Mixes Foursomes Sponsored by Abby Autos Services (Paudie Landers).
The Club Mixed Foursomes kindly sponsored by Abbey Autos Services (Paudie Landers) is now approaching conclusion. N.B. Responsibility of arranging matches lies with the top pairing on the draw sheet in each round.
Club Fourball Sponsored by Fitzgerald Insurances.
The Club Fourball kindly sponsored by Fitzgerald Insurances is now at the semi-final stage, which has a deadline of 26th August, no exceptions. Responsibility of arranging matches lies with the top pairing on the draw sheet in each round.
Club Singles Matchplay Sponsored by East Cork Oil.
The Club singles which is kindly sponsored again this year by East Cork Oil is also now under way with the next round of matches having a deadline of 28th August, again with no exceptions. Responsibility of arranging matches lies with the top pairing on the draw sheet in each round.
Club Contact Details.
Telephone: 058 43216
Fax: 058 44343
E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com
Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com
Notes to Publisher
The ladies golf notes will be E-mailed to your paper separately by our Lady PRO.
Please insert the CLUB CONTACT DETAILS at the end, after the Ladies notes.
Thanks.
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