Fred Daly Team Perform Well at Dungarvan GC
The club’s first inter-club outing of the year saw the Fred Daly boys’ team travel to Dungarvan GC for a singles matchplay fixture. Although they were beaten by a strong Dungarvan side, the young players gave an excellent account of themselves throughout. Matchplay experience of this kind is invaluable at that age, and the lessons learned will stand to them in the competitions ahead. The club wishes the Dungarvan team well in the next round.
Ladies and Gents Get into Golf — 2026 Programme Launched
The club’s popular Get into Golf programme returns this year, open to both ladies and gents. The eight-week programme begins on May 19th, with the first four weeks of coaching delivered by PGA Professional Colin O’Gorman, followed by four weeks on the course with the support of club members.
Last year’s joint programme was a great success, with participants forming great golfing friendships while discovering that, whatever your background, everyone starts their golf journey from the same place.
Anyone interested in giving golf a try — whether to take up a new sport, meet new people, or become part of a welcoming community — is encouraged to get in touch. Contact Niall at 086 602 1169, Bridget at 087 812 8157, or Colin in the Pro Shop at 058 43216.
Happy 90th birthday Justin Spratt
From everyone at West Waterford Golf Club, and from the wider golfing community who have had the pleasure and the challenge of sharing a fairway with him over the years, happy birthday to Justin Spratt who celebrates his 90th birthday on the golf course this week. While everyone is aware of his fiercely competitive spirit, and his roguish character, his most enduring contribution, however, may be the generations of young golfers he helped to coach and develop, with two of his proteges, Séamus Power and Gary Hurley going on to reach the highest levels of the game.
As he reaches this remarkable milestone, Justin remains as passionate about the club and its future as he has ever been — a true champion of West Waterford Golf Club in every sense of the word.
May your drives be long, your putts be true, and your competitive spirit remain utterly undimmed for many, many years to come.
Counting Competitions Return
The first hints of summer arrived this weekend as the club returned to counting competitions. After several months of preferred lies, with bunkers now back in play and scores counting in full, members faced a sterner test of their game. It is a welcome return, and members can look forward to a full summer of competitive golf ahead.
Change to Prize Allocation in Gents Club Competitions
A change to the prize structure in gents’ club competitions takes effect this week, with prizes now allocated by handicap category rather than overall finishing position.
The aim is straightforward: to give every competitor, regardless of ability, a fair and genuine chance of winning. Golf’s handicap system was designed to level the playing field, and this prize structure reflects that spirit. Whether a low or high handicapper, players will now compete for recognition against others of a similar standard — rewarding effort and improvement across the full membership and helping to foster a stronger sense of competition throughout the club.
For the time being, categories are defined as follows: Category 1 — handicap index below 12; Category 2 — 12 to 19; Category 3 — 20 and above.
Gents Results
Cat 1: Nathan Whelan 36 pts; Cat 2 Declan Spelman 37 pts; Cat 3 Michael Culloo 33 pts
Gents Fixtures:
Tues 14th April: 9-hole Open, Tuesday Treats
Sat 18th / Sun 19th: April Monthly Medal
Ladies Results:
18-hole Competition kindly Sponsored by Kelly’s Pharmacy
1st Denise Nugent 31pts; 2nd Aisling Shanahan 29pts; 3rd Jean Conway 28 pts (cb)
Ladies Fixtures:
- 18-hole Stableford – Thurs. 16th / Sat 18th / Sun. 19th April – Sponsor: Ciaran O Flynn Jewellers
- 9-hole Qualifier stableford- Thursday 16th – Sunday 19th
- 9-hole April ongoing kindly sponsored by Una Mulligan
Competition Fixtures Calendars
The club competition fixtures are now available on the club website, in the Fixtures page.
Golf Societies – Book Your 2026 Outing at West Waterford
Planning a golf society outing in 2026? Look no further than West Waterford Golf Club. Contact Colin O’Gorman in the pro shop and he will take care of everything, ensuring a memorable day out for your group, whether friends, colleagues or fellow club members.
Widely regarded as the finest parkland course in County Waterford, West Waterford offers a stunning setting, excellent facilities and a genuinely warm welcome — everything you need for an unforgettable day on the course. To secure your preferred slot now by contacting Colin at info@westwaterfordgolf.com or 058-43216.
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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