West Waterford Golf Club News – w/c 08th June 2025
West Waterford Golf Club is set for Shane Hanrahan’s Captain’s Prize Day, Sat., 14th June.
Excitement is building at the club for Shane Hanrahan’s Captain’s Prize, taking place this Saturday, 14th June. This event is one of the club’s most prestigious competitions of the year, will be played over 18 holes, white tees, in a stroke play format. The Captain’s Prize is always a standout date in the golfing calendar, bringing together a strong field of members for a day of competitive golf and great club spirit. With the course in superb condition, thanks to the great efforts of Morrie and the greenkeeping team, players can expect a fair but testing challenge across all 18 holes.
Following the day’s play, members will gather for the prize-giving and refreshments, at 8pm, rounding off what is sure to be an enjoyable and memorable occasion. Shane, who took on the captaincy earlier this year, and is looking forward to what promises to be a great day for all. We extend our best wishes to Shane, his family and friends on this very special and enjoyable of celebration of his Captaincy.
Best of luck to all participants – and may the best golfer come out on top!
Senior & Junior Scratch Cups, in association with Top Golfer Tour
Last Sunday, we hosted our Senior and Junior Scratch Cups in association with the Top Golfer Tour. The weather was particularly favourable, and the competition proved to be very close, with some superb scoring off the back tees.
The Senior Scratch Cup, kindly sponsored by Planet Blue Energy, was won by Seán Enright from Doneraile, representing Limerick Golf Club, who returned an excellent score of three under par (70). In second place was Mark Behan of Lee Valley Golf Club, who also carded a three under par 70 — matched by our own Luke Cummins, who has been playing outstanding golf of late.
The Junior Scratch Cup, sponsored by O’Mahoney Business Advisors (OMBA), Dungarvan, was claimed by Alan Furness of New Ross Golf Club with a level par 73 — finishing four shots clear of Jack McGrath (Gold Coast GC) and our talented rising star Anthony O’Donnell, both of whom returned scores of 77 (+4).
Well done to all who took part — it was fantastic to see so many travelling from afar to compete. Sincere thanks to our two generous sponsors and to the team at the Top Golfer Tour for their invaluable support in running an excellent event.
Inter-Club Team news
On Monday the 2nd June, our Ladies Minor Foursomes team travelled to Dungarvan GC, for their 2nd round match against our neighbours. As has been the trend recently, this again was a very tight match, finishing 2-2. However, we were again unlucky to fall on the wrong end, losing out on the tie break hole.
Well done to our team of Phil Kelly (Team Manager), Mary Herlihy, Eithne Ashby, Margaret O’Sullivan, Geraldine Curran, Nora Flynn, Trish O’Shea, Bridget Blackwell, Ciara Donnelly, Una Mulligan & Aisling Shanahan. Finally, we would like to the Dungarvan team for a very sporting match, and we wish them well in their next round.
Club Fundraising Classic Results
As results were not available at time of going to press last week, these are the full results below.
1st Eoin Stack (Dungarvan GC), Mark O’Keeffe & Sean Ryan 60 nett
2nd Colin Dunford, Tom O’Connell & Mark Flynn (Slievenamon GC) 60 nett
3rd Ray Donnelly, Lian O’Brien & Richard Tobin 61 nett
4th Jamie Ryan, Nicky Dee & Brian Looby (all Gold Coast GC) 62 nett
5th Patrick Power, Colin Power & Kenneth Power (all Dungarvan GC) 62 nett
Best Ladies: Ethnie Ashby, Mary Donnelly & Delia Smith 68 nett
Best Mixed: Brian Hilliard, Marian Hilliard & Dan Kelly 62 nett
Junior: Keelan Cotter, Sean Dennehy (Dungarvan GC) & David Prendergast 54 nett
Non-Golf Ireland: Martin Morris, Lanson Kelly & Peter Purcell 59 nett
Thank you to everyone who participated in this important club fundraiser, and especially to our main sponsors, Cleanzone Technology (CTL), The Lady Belle and Grow Sport. Also, to all those businesses who entered teams or took out tee sign sponsorship, your support is greatly appreciated.
Ladies Matchplay, sponsored by Daltons Jewellers
A reminder ladies, to sign for the Ladies Matchplay in the lady’s locker room. Thanks to Dalton Jewellers for their continued support of this event.
Men’s Results:
3rd June: Tuesday Treats Open 9-hole Sponsored by Desie Golf
1st Sean Ryan 21pts, 2nd Michael O’Gorman 19pts
Sat 8th / Sun 9th June: Club Competition
1st Tony Condon 39pts; 2nd Denis Herlihy 39pts; 3rd Tony Shalloe 37pts.
Ladies Results:
5th – 8th June, 18 hole s/Ford; Sponsored by Helens Lingerie
1st Marie T Curran 39pts; 2nd Aisling Shanahan 37pts; 3rd Margaret O Sullivan 35pts
What’s on this week
- All
- Mixed Fun Scramble – continues every Monday from 6pm. Entry €3
- Ladies
- Thurs 12th & Sun 15th June 18-hole Stroke / Medal Sponsor Interlude
- 12th – 15th (inclusive) 9-hole Qualifier
- Ladies prize presentation, Sun 15th June at 5:30pm in clubhouse.
- Save the dates:
- Captain’s Prize to ladies, Sunday 22nd June. Please sign up in lady’s locker room. Draw on June 19th.
- Lady Captains weekend 8th & 9th August, presented by Geraldine Hickey
- Ladies outing to Thurles GC, 29th August.
- Men’s
- Tues 10th June, ‘Tuesday Treats’, Open 9-hole, sponsored by Desie Golf.
- Sat 14th June: Men’s Captains Prize, presented by Shane Hanrahan
Séamus Power’s US Open hopes dashed after disappointing withdrawals in Canada.
Séamus saw his hopes of a strong summer campaign crumble after a double setback—first in his bid to qualify for the 2025 US Open, then via an untimely withdrawal midway through the RBC Canadian Open.
He entered the US Open final qualifying at Lambton Golf & Country Club in Canada, on Monday 2nd last, looking for an opportunity to gain one of the qualifying spots on offer. However, after carding a two-over-par 72 in the opening round, he was forced to withdraw, ending his hopes.
Just 3 days later, at the RBC Canadian Open, his campaign was again cut short again when he withdrew after nine holes, —reports indicate the decision was prompted by a back injury.
Wishing him a swift recovery, and a return to form ahead of a crucial few months in his campaign.
Golf Societies 2025
Looking to plan an unforgettable golf outing in 2025?
Be sure to mark West Waterford Golf Club on your calendar for your society’s event! With our beautiful course and exceptional facilities, it’s the perfect venue for an enjoyable day of golf with your group. Secure your preferred dates, by contacting us via golf@westwaterfordgolf.com.
Dungarvan Golf Triangle
Discover the Dungarvan Golf Triangle in 2025!
2025 is proving to be a bumper year for the Dungarvan Golf Triangle, with lots of visitors discovering how great a destination Dungarvan is to visit for golf and for all the other wonderful amenities, restaurants and pubs we have in this area. Well done to our own Mark Ruddy, who has done a fantastic job this year in promoting the Golf Triangle and getting the message out there about our 3 Championship Courses; West Waterford GC, Dungarvan GC and Gold Coast GC, and the incredible value of 3 rounds of golf for only €90.
To book the Golf Triangle, contact us on 058 43216 or email info@westwaterfordgolf.com/
Play and Stay Initiative with the Park Hotel Dungarvan
For those seeking a golfing break, we are delighted to recommend our the ‘Play and Stay’ offers in collaboration with the 4-star Park Hotel in Dungarvan. For details contact the Park Hotel on 058 42899 or visit their website.
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