Competition Results for Sunday 21st February

1^st: John J Ferncombe (16) - 47pts 2^nd: Gary Hurley (2) - 45pts. 3^rd: Chris Gough (13) - 44pts b9. Gross: David Condon (6) - 36pts. 4^th: Ken O Connell (17) - 44pts b9. 5^th: Gavin Fitzgerald (14) - 44pts. 6^th: Lanson Kelly (12) - 43pts b9.

Comeragh Oil Winter League

Due to the prevailing weather conditions at the weekend it has been decided to extend round 4 of the winter league until Sunday February 28^th.  Following the completion of this round the Matchplay stage will commence immediately with the first round of Matchplay being held over a two week period.  The schedule for the remaining Matchplay rounds will be published within the coming week.

Team positions after round 3 : Spring 446, Grange 426, Youghal 424, Kinsalebeg 421, Geraldines 421, Killeagh 419, Nire 416, Carrigtwohill 414, Old Boro 412, Cappoquin 412, Glenbeg 410, Abbeyside 408, Carriglea 404, Affane 403, Dungarvan 402, Ardmore 396, Old Parish 392, Clashmore 390, Cappagh 389, Ring 388, Brickey Rangers 387, Brickey Valley 380, Carrigaline 379.

Round 4, the final qualifying round takes place over 18 holes and runs from Monday 15^th February to Sunday 21^st February.

Ash Wednesday Special

It may have been a day of fast and abstinence but the large crowds playing made the most of the fine weather.  The fish chowder went down a treat and is likely to become a regular feature on the menu.  Another treat at the moment is the Presidential stove, which is now protected by a senior security guard.  It has become the major attraction in the clubhouse during the cold spell with many of the regulars having an extra pint in the comfortable surroundings.  Members, friends, and visitors are assured of a warm welcome in a friendly atmosphere at all times.

The Sunshine Golf Classic

It is now only five weeks to the Sunshine Classic, which is to be held at Easter weekend. At this stage all members have been or will be contacted shortly by the group leaders who were appointed at the open meeting held on February 10^th. This meeting was very well attended and the support for the classic is as strong as last year. Feedback to date has been excellent in relation to the 25% reduction in entry, bookings fee and re-entry fees are expected to be heavy. Tee time sheets for each of the five days have been posted on the notice board. We would appreciate if all members would encourage other golfers to play in the five-day event.  Timesheets for the Classic are currently posted on the notice board.  Early booking is recommended if you have a preference for a particular day or time.

Course Notice

Golfers playing in two-balls and three-balls, take­­ precedence over those playing in four-balls on the course at all times, unless otherwise specified.  Your cooperation on this matter would be greatly appreciated.

South East League

The South East league is commencing on Sunday 14th March at the Gold Coast GC. West Waterford will play Gold Coast while Dungarvan take on Mitchelstown.

Preparations are already underway to form panels for the league.  John Carroll and Lanson Kelly are joint managers for the Bruen panel, while Martin Morris and Michael Landers have agreed to manage our Purcell hopefuls.

South East Alliance

Low Handicappers and Pros, next outing Rosslare Sunday 27^th February from 11.00am

Dungarvan seniors/Dungarvan Masters

Events are sponsored by Jack French, Michael Ryan Saltan Properties limited, and Guinness,

Information and Leaflets can be picked up at any club. The event runs from Tuesday 6^th April to Thursday April 2010

New Competition for all three Dungarvan Clubs

A new initiative that will involve members of the three local golf clubs taking part in what will be known as “The Dungarvan Masters” is scheduled to take place in 2010.

During the months of April, May and June the players from Dungarvan, Gold Coast and West Waterford golf clubs participating in the respective Clubs Open Competitions can enter the Dungarvan Masters Competition for a fee of €10.

The individual player’s best 3 aggregate scores will determine their qualification for the Masters Final Day in Mount Juliet.  The number of qualifying positions made available will be determined by number of entrants. We will have more details on this event early in the New Year.

Deise Golf Winter Open

The Deise Golf Winter open is an 18 Hole single Stableford competition open to both male and female golfers. Entry fee is €15.00.

22^nd –28^th Feb. in Tramore golf club

1^st- 7^th March in West Waterford Golf Club

Fixtures

Round 4 Winter League continues from Monday 22^nd February to Sunday 28^th February.

Timesheets in operation each day

Website

Regular updates now available at www.westwaterfordgolf.com Get the latest news on the Comeragh Oil Winter League team and individual standings.  You can also catch up with current happenings, events and fixtures at the club.

Junior Notes

Wednesday 17^th February.  1^st: Eoin Conway (23) - 43pts. 2^nd: Carthach Barry (31) - 42pts. Gross: Conor Walsh (11) - 28pts b9. 3^rd: Jack O’Donnell (23) - 41pts.   4^th: Tadhg Tobin (13) - 40pts.   5^th: Conor Morrissey (28) - 38pts b6. Best 36: Donagh Looby (36) - 23pts.

Friday 19^th February.  1^st: Jack O’Donnell (23) - 45pts. 2^nd: Tadhg Tobin (13) - 40pts. Gross: Thomas Conway (11) - 28pts.  3^rd: Robert Shine (36) - 44pts. 4^th: Carthach Barry (31) - 43pts. 5^th: Joe Murphy (26) - 43pts b6. Best 36: Michael Culloo (36) - 36pts.

The first Junior lessons of 2010 were held last Thursday for the more advanced golfers.  A separate group will be starting on Sunday 28^th in the afternoon.  Please contact Justin Spratt to join.

Golf Tip

Chipping is a nightmare for most golfers.  This is because they concentrate on what they want the ball to do in the course of the stroke instead of what they want the clubhead to do.  The physics of golf dictate that if you wish the ball to rise, the clubhead must be descending as it strikes the ball.  The instinct is to flick your right hand to the extent that on the follow through the palm of your right hand looks at the sky.  Try this: Place a cushion against the wheel of your caddy car.  Stand a couple of yards away and hit the ball into the cushion.  You are not now concerned about lofting the ball into the air and the clubhead will move along the ground after striking the ball. This will then allow the loft of the club to take affect.  The feeling should be a more solid strike.  I hope this helps.  TW Murphy.  E.G.T.F. 086 352 1070