Men’s Captains Prize (Niall Colleran)
Popular 2024 Men’s Captain, Niall Colleran, held his much coveted prize over three days this past weekend. A qualifying 18 holes was played on Thursday or Friday, followed by the final on Saturday for the top 50 players. While the weather could have been better, a super turnout braved the wind and showers and in the end produced some wonderful golf. The play on Saturday was followed by the presentation ceremony, where Captain’s Prize specialist, Martin O’Driscoll, was on hand to claim first prize with an excellent score of 140 in the tough conditions. It was lovely to see so many of Niall’s immediate and extended family present on the night, and his brother Ger, who won the visitors prize, spoke some lovely words of how they are all very proud of Niall’s achievement. Once all the prizes were presented, an evening of live music was enjoyed by all with drinks and finger food served by The Food Doc. On behalf of everyone in West Waterford, I would like to congratulate Niall on a lovely evening and thank him for all the hard work he has put in this year.
Captain’s Prize Results
1st Martin O’Driscoll (16) 140
2nd Conor Blackwell (14) 147
Best Gross Jack O’Donnell (10) 169
3rd Michael Hogan (33) 148 (b18)
2nd Gross Stephen Walsh (11) 174
4th Paul Kelleher (20) 148
Cat A Colm O’Callaghan (6) 169
Cat B Michael O’Keeffe (15) 156
Cat C Pat Curran (17) 154
Cat D Lee Hyslop (23) 150 (b18)
Past Captain Justin Spratt (24) 154
Committee Jim Moroney (20) 156
Best Nett Rd 1 Billy McCarthy (25) 73
Best Nett Rd 2 Liam O’Brien (13) 77 (b9)
Visitor Ger Colleran (8) 81
Pinehurst Disappointment For Seamus
After battling bravely for two days on the difficult Pinehurst No.2 Course, Seamus missed the cut in the 2024 US Open by 2 strokes with a total of +7. There was further Irish disappointment on Sunday evening when Rory McIlroy agonisingly missed out by a shot to winner Bryson DeChambeau in what was a thrilling conclusion.
Seamus must now dust himself off as he plays another big event this week. He tees it up in the final signature event of the season, the Traveler’s Championship. A high finish will see Seamus consolidate his position in the FedEx Cup rankings and push for the coveted top 50 who qualify automatically for next year’s big events.
Al Eile Summer Open Series
This series, open to Ladies & Gents, began on Monday 6th May.
It will run every Monday. Wed. & Fri. for the summer. 4 people will qualify each week, including best lady, best gent & best gross, for the Grand Final on Sat 31st Aug.
You can book your tee time via our website, BRS or call 058 43216.
Great New Membership Offers for 2024
New Member Rate of just €400 as well as rates for 5-day (Mon-Fri) membership and under 25’s, 30’s and 35’s.
Join a warm & friendly, member owned, club, offering great tee time availability, for only €400 inclusive of Golf Ireland affiliation fees.
West Waterford offers golfers of all levels a superb golfing experience. See what experts in the golf industry say about us:
- A golf course that “sums up the beauty and peacefulness of the Irish landscape’ (Destination Golf Ireland 2023)
- ‘The best golf course in Co. Waterford’ (Ivan Morris, golf journalist & former Irish Amateur International)
- ‘The best greens I played on all year’ (Ian Cronin, aka @Thesocialhacker)
Men’s Notes
Men’s Results
Thur/Fri/Sat 13/14/15th June Captain’s Prize (See above)
Tue Treats 11th June
1st Frank North (8) 21pts (b3)
2nd Clive Cooney (2) 21pts
3rd Noel Baldwin (14) 21pts
Sun 16th June 18H Stableford
1st Eamon Hickey (21) 37pts
Men’s Fixtures 17 Jun – 23 Jun
Mon/Wed/Fri Al Eile Summer Series Open
Tue Tuesday Treats 9 hole Sfd
Sat/Sun 18H Singles
Men’s Interclub Fixtures
Senior Cup Round 2 vs Gold Coast GC in Douglas on 22nd June
Barton Shield by 29th June Home vs Dungarvan
Women’s Notes
Captain’s Prize to Ladies
Last weekend our popular Captain, Niall Colleran had his Captain’s weekend with Sunday been Captain’s Prize to the ladies. A large number of ladies tee it up to competed for the beautiful array of prizes. Congratulations Captain Niall on a very successful and enjoyable weekend. Niall is a very hardworking Captain and is a fantastic support to our Lady Captain Bridget. We wish Niall the very best for the remainder of the year
Results for Captain Prize to ladies
- Mary Lou Carroll (19) 71 nett
- Trish O’Shea (35) 73 nett
Gross: Finola Butler (17) 96
- Mary Fahey (25) 74 nett
Cat A: Una Mulligan (21) 76 nett
Cat B: Joan Sheehan (24) 83 nett
Cat C: Bridget Blackwell (29) 75 nett
Cat D: Lorna Behan (37) 88 nett
18 hole Stableford: Sunday 9th & Thursday 13th kindly sponsored by Willow & Oak
- Jean Conway (21) 39pts
- Jean O’Donovan (26) 38pts
- Marie T. Curran (22) 37 pts
Club Matchplay Sponsored by Dalton Jewellers
Draw for club matchplay on the noticeboard. Round 1 to commence on June 17th and to be played by 7th July. Entry fee €10
Reminders:
- Presentation of outstanding prizes will be held on Sunday 23rd at 7pm
- Presidents Prize to Ladies: 18 holes Stroke Medal/GOY – please sign sheet in ladies locker room. Draw for partners on Thursday 27th.
- Al Eile Qualifier every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Best Lady each week qualifies.
- Club mixed foursomes sponsored by Topline Curran: Second round to be played by Sunday 30th June
- Fun Scramble Friday evenings. Register between 6.30pm and 7pm. Members €3, guest with member €10.
What’s on this Week
- Ladies Open Day: Team of 3. Sponsor: The Moorings
- 18 hole Stableford GOY – Sunday 23rd & Thursday 27th sponsor 360 Cookhouse
- 9 hole Qualifier: Thursday 27th, Friday 28th , Saturday 29th or Sunday 30th. Enter once only.
- 9 hole Ongoing Monthly sponsor Marie Curran
Junior Academy News
There was no junior golf on Saturday due to the Captain’s prize presentation ceremony. On Tuesday 11th June, Junior Captain Anthony O’Donnell continued his recent fine run of form, taking the first prize with a score of 45pts. Rueben O’Brien and Mick Curran also played very well to finish in second with 42pts and third with 41pts respectively. Congrats boys!
There is a busy few days ahead for our Juniors. On Sunday 23rd June a team of five will take part in the Boys U18 Interclub Championship in Youghal GC. Then on Tuesday 25th, we will have the first of this year’s Deise League fixtures in Waterford Castle GC. Best of luck to all taking part in these events.
Dungarvan Golf Triangle
Dungarvan is a haven for golf enthusiasts with three championship golf courses, all located within 10 minutes of Dungarvan town, West Waterford Golf Club, Gold Coast Golf Club & Dungarvan Golf Club. The three clubs have teamed up with a fantastic offer, where you can enjoy one round of golf at each of these three golf courses for just €84.
For more information contact 058 43216 or email info@westwaterfordgolf.com/
Play and Stay Initiative with the Park Hotel Dungarvan
West Waterford Golf Club is delighted to announce a Play and Stay Initiative in collaboration with the Four Star Park Hotel Dungarvan. Ideal for those seeking a short golfing break in Dungarvan, all you have to do is phone the Park Hotel or visit their website to get the details.
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