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Seamus Power revels in ‘new territory’ after top 50 world rankings breakthrough

The Waterford native is 49th, one place behind Shane Lowry, in the Official World Golf Rankings after an impressive joint-third place finish at the Sony Open in Hawaii.

The 34-year-old’s continued progression comes after a strong 2021 which saw him win his first PGA Tour event at the Barbasol Championship last July, along with a string of strong results.

Power is currently 14th in the FedEx Cup standings and was taking satisfaction from the excellent start that he has made to the season, with the possibility of more doors opening to leading events including the Masters, although the main target he is setting himself the target is playing at the Tour Championship at East Lake in August.

“I don’t know how many points or anything I’ll get. I think I’ll have probably my spot in the play-offs locked up after this week. That’s a nice one. It’s by far the earliest I’ve ever had it locked up before so it’s kind of new territory for me,” he said in the wake of his Sony Open performance which yielded prize money of $442,500.

How to access your WHS handicap

To access your handicap information you must create a new account. To create an account you should log o to www.golfireland.ie to register for the first time. You will be asked to enter your 8 digit GUI number and your 4 digit pin both of which are found on the back of your GUI membership card. If you do not have a membership card please contact the office or Pat Power on 0876611276. Once you have registered you will have access to your handicap details and records. We would urge all members to register now in order to familiarise yourselves with the WHS system. You can also log on to www.golfnet.ie/whs where you will find lots of useful information regarding the new system.

How to access your WHS handicap

To access your handicap information you must create a new account. To create an account you should log o to www.golfireland.ie to register for the first time. You will be asked to enter your 8 digit GUI number and your 4 digit pin both of which are found on the back of your GUI membership card. If you do not have a membership card please contact the office or Pat Power on 0876611276. Once you have registered you will have access to your handicap details and records. We would urge all members to register now in order to familiarise yourselves with the WHS system. You can also log on to www.golfnet.ie/whs where you will find lots of useful information regarding the new system.

How to access your WHS handicap

To access your handicap information you must create a new account. To create an account you should log o to www.golfireland.ie to register for the first time. You will be asked to enter your 8 digit GUI number and your 4 digit pin both of which are found on the back of your GUI membership card. If you do not have a membership card please contact the office or Pat Power on 0876611276. Once you have registered you will have access to your handicap details and records. We would urge all members to register now in order to familiarise yourselves with the WHS system. You can also log on to www.golfnet.ie/whs where you will find lots of useful information regarding the new system.

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Welcome to West Waterford Golf & Country Club

eddie-hacket-11Irish golfing legend Eddie Hackett
designed our 18 hole par 72 and 6802 yard Championship Golf Course.
Situated just 4 Km west of Dungarvan off N25 By-Pass on the Aglish Road.

GPS Coordinates N52°04 W007°41

Rosslare Ferry Service – 90 mins drive.
Cork Airport – 60 mins drive.
Waterford Airport – 30 mins drive.


West Waterford Golf & Country Club warmly welcomes Societies and Corporate Groups throughout the year and we look forward to greeting you and your clients, guests and friends during the season. The course is maintained in excellent condition, with our greens offering superb play-ability and presentation throughout the year.
Our society rates are very competitive and will be retained at last year’s rates for 2017.

Not A Foot Wrong

By Kevin Markham

West Waterford – Established 1993

Even the weaker holes (the 6th to the 9th) work really well here.  They are separated from the course by a gentle hill and they go back and forth.  As you walk down the long and dark path to the 6th tee box these holes look similar – but they’re not.  They are of different lengths and offer different tests.  The 9th green, by the clubhouse, offers the best views of the Comeragh Mountains. It is the holes on the other side that are so wonderful where the creativity focuses on simplicity.

West Waterford has used the hills and trees perfectly, nowhere more effectively than holes 2 and 3, two reverse dog legs.  The 2nd hits down and demands a draw; the 3rd goes up and needs a fade.  Both are tight, need exact shots, and are enticing: they are beautiful holes.

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