Hint of Summer in the air!
After the seemingly never ending winter of rain, playing golf this past weekend you could really get a sense of summer in the air. The sun was shining and the course was in a much more playable state with all the heavy rough having been cut. Needless to say, the fairways and greens were in their usual pristine condition. The transformation was incredible in such a short space of time and a huge thank you to everyone who worked on the course over the past few weeks. Let’s all look forward to a great Summer of golf ahead.
Al Eile Summer Open Series
Delighted to announce the launch of our Al Eile Summer Open Qualifier Series. Special thanks to our sponsor Michael Ryan, who joined Lady Captain Bridget Blackwell & Club President Jim Moroney along with the 24 yr old Grade 1 winner Al Eile himself for our launch.
The series is open to Ladies & Gents, and starts 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.
Office Opening Hours
The club office is now open from 9am to 5pm daily. You can contact the office by calling 058-43216 or Email info@westwaterfordgolf.com.
For further information and golf bookings visit our website www.westwaterfordgolf.com.
Good week for Seamus
Seamus continued his run of improved form this week at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town. Due to a weather delay on Sunday, the tournament won’t finish until Monday morning, but as things stand Seamus is in-line for a top 15 finish, a timely boost to his FedEx Cup standing. Well done Seamus on another good week!
Gary Hurley was also in action this week on the Challenge Tour in Abu Dhabi. A solid first two days saw him make the cut comfortably. Unfortunately after another solid Saturday, Gary had a poor final day and slipped down into a tie for 72nd. However, another cut made and Gary currently sits comfortably in 41st position in the overall Challenge tour standings.
Get into Golf Men and Ladies
Our Get into Golf programme began last Wednesday evening. Best of luck to all our new men and ladies taking up golf for the first time. We hope you get the golfing bug like the rest of us! A big thank you to Úna Mulligan and Niall Colleran for running the programme.
Club Mixed Foursomes
The entry sheet for the club mixed foursomes sponsored by Topline Currans is now on the noticeboard. Please sign up by 28th of April when the draw for playing partners will take place.
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)
Women’s Notes
Inter Club Dates
Minor Foursomes – all pairings in Tramore GC on Saturday 27th April at 1.30pm
Munster Trophy – 3 players in Templemore GC and 2 players in WWGC on Sunday 28th April at 2pm.
Your support for the teams would be much appreciated.
Club Mixed Foursomes
Please sign up for the club mixed foursomes by 28th of April, sheet on the noticeboard. This competition is kindly sponsored by Curran Topline
What’s on this week
Ladies Foursomes sponsored by The Wine Buff will continue to 28th April
Ongoing 9 hole April kindly sponsored by Mary Herhily
Men’s Notes
Men’s Results
Tue Treats 16th April
1st Stephen Walsh 19pts (b3)
Sat 20th April 13H Singles Sfd (Murray’s Pharmacy)
1st Gary Manning 29pts
Congratulations to Stephen and Gary! The result of the 13H Singles Sunday competition will be communicated on WhatsApp when available.
Men’s Fixtures 22-28 Apr
Tue Tuesday Treats Open 9-hole (Topline Currans)
Sat/Sun 18 hole Singles (Tirlán Countrylife)
Men’s Interclub Fixtures
Senior Cup by 2nd June vs Faithlegg
Barton Shield by 29th June Home vs Dungarvan
Jimmy Bruen by 12th May Away vs Gold Coast
Pierce Purcell by 5th May Home vs Waterford Castle
Winter Rules Important Updates
Please note the following Winter Rules are in play until the end of April.
- Place on the ground within 6 inches on Fairway & Rough.
- *Keep an eye on the noticeboard and BRS for updates in relation to Bunker and Buggy status
Important Update! The temporary rule to allow players a free drop if a ball is lost in open ground is no longer in effect. From this point forward, if a ball is lost the rules of golf must be followed as appropriate.
Junior Academy News
We are playing a Fred Daly Interclub match away to our neighbours Dungarvan GC at 2.30pm on Sunday 5th May. All support for the team is appreciated on the day.
A calendar of Junior days will be communicated on WhatsApp with the first Junior day on Saturday evening 11th May.
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.
West Waterford on Social Media
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