WWGC Weekly News July 30th 2023
President’s Prize 2023
Our esteemed President, Mr. Jim Moroney hosted this year’s President’s Prize at the weekend. The weather on Friday and Saturday for the two qualifying days behaved itself, and despite not so good weather on Sunday the qualifiers braved the elements to complete the competition. At the time of writing, the final results aren’t in and a full report of the event will be written in next week’s notes.
Ryder Cup Raffle – only 3 weeks left to get your ticket!!
Whether you are a golfing fan or would just like to visit Rome from the 27th September to the 2nd October now is your chance! You can buy a ticket for a trip for two people for €25. The Prize includes tickets for every day at the Ryder Cup including the Opening Ceremony, five nights bed and breakfast in a city centre hotel and transfers to the course each day. There is also a travel voucher valued €500 included. If you want to buy a ticket you can do so online www.westwaterfordgolf.com/ryder cup, phone the Clubhouse at 058-43216 or contact any member. The draw will take place on Sunday August 13th.
Gents Results 24-30 July
Tue Topline Currans 9-hole Open
1st Stephen Walsh (6) 22pts
2nd Frank North (8) 20pts (b6)
3rd Shane Tobin (14) 20pts (b6)
Gents Fixtures 24-30 July
Tue Dungarvan Transport 9-hole Open
Wed/Fri FBD Summer Series Qualifier
Sat/Sun Old Bank Dungarvan August Monthly Medal
Ladies Notes
Countdown to Ryder Cup Draw! Sunday 13th August is “Ryder Cup” evening in West Waterford when the much anticipated draw to announce the winners of a trip to the Ryder Cup in Rome will take place. For just €25 two people can set off for Rome to enjoy four days at the iconic Ryder Cup match when Europe’s best golfers take on America’s best. The trip includes five nights in a city centre hotel in Rome, transfer to the course each day and a travel voucher valued €500. Be sure you are in with a chance. Tickets available from West Waterford members, on line or just phone the office (058) 43216 to get your ticket. As the old saying goes “If you are not In you can’t Win”
Lady Captain Nora Flynn is off to Merrys Bistro! The Merrys Bistro sponsored 18 hole stableford attracted a good entry, especially on the Thursday. Our Lady Captain paid a welcome visit to the Winners enclosure when she came home in front playing off 30 with 36 points. Marie T Curran is coming into form at just the right time before the upcoming Lady Captain’s Prize. Playing off 23 Marie T had 33 points. In third place we had the inform Una Mulligan playing off 26 with 31 points. Many thanks to Emily Stafford and Merrys Bistro for their sponsorship.
Ann Rochford out in front in President’s 9 Hole. On Saturday evening Jim Moroney, our very popular President organised a 9 hole competition for the Ladies to coincide with his President’s Prize. There was a great turnout and in the end it was the ever consistent Ann Rochford who finished in front with a score of 19 points playing off 17.
Golfer of the Year Hotting Up! It will be an interesting battle over the next number of weeks as the top 10 scores to count come into play in our Golfer of the Year competition. Currently Eithne Ashby is leading with a total of 345 points closely followed by Jean Conway and Mary Lou Carroll with 343 each.
Catriona Fitzgerald and Una Mulligan take the Honours! In the Get Into Golf scramble on Tuesday night Catriona Fitzgerald and Una Mulligan made it a winning combination. Margaret Looby and Lorna Behan filled the second spot. There was some lovely golf played and, as I have said before, remember these names. They will be regulars on these Notes next season
Mna Eile Qualifier: On Thursday next the August qualifier of the Mna Eile series takes place. It also counts as a GOY competition. If you are not qualified this is your chance to qualify for the final scheduled for Sunday September 17th
Mixed Foursomes in West Waterford: Next Friday afternoon will be exciting in West Waterford as we stage a one day Club Mixed Foursomes event. There will be a draw for partners which will guarantee some “weeping and gnashing of teeth” and, of course some great fun!! The 19th will make for some interesting conversation!
Play in Pink: Next Sunday the annual running of the Play in Pink competition will be run over 18 holes and, if preferred players may play in a 9 hole competition. All proceeds go to Cancer Research. Now is the time to get your Pink gear out. It should not be too difficult this year owing to all the “Barbie” hype!
Lady Captain’s Week End: On Friday and Saturday August 11th and 12th our Lady Captain Nora Flynn hosts her Captains Prize competition. Please ensure that you put your name on the list to play and also if you are having Dinner in the Clubhouse on the Saturday evening. All members are looking forward to the event and there is much speculation as to who will win the coveted prize!
Dalton Jewellers Singles Matchplay: The Dalton Jewellers Singles Matchplay will get underway in August. Please put your name down on the list to play.
Club Outing Woodenbridge: On Friday August 25th the West Waterford Ladies head off to Woodenbridge Golf Club in Wicklow for a little golf and relaxation! Numbers must be finalised this weekend. Please contact our Captain Nora Flynn
What’s On this Week!
Mon evenings – 6pm Mixed Fun Scramble Simply amazing prizes!
Weds & Fri – FBD Open qualifier for Ladies and Gents
Thurs Aug 3rd – Mna Eile Qualifier
Friday Aug 4th – Mixed Foursomes
Sun Aug 6th – Play in Pink competition
Junior Academy News
This was a very busy week for the Junior Academy. Beginning on Tuesday, we had our regular weekly competition including cards for Junior Golfer of the Year.
On Wednesday, 10 of our J4s and J5s travelled to Faithlegg GC in the east of the county for Round 3 of the Deise League. Unfortunately, the poor weather got the better of some of the lads, but all in all it was a memorable experience.
Finally, on Thursday it was the turn of our young cadets. 6 of them travelled to Tipperary GC where a great welcome was received in the evening sunshine. Some excellent golf was witnessed and congrats to Tara, Maebh, Daniel, Jayden, Fionnán and Daragh for representing the club with such distinction.
A big thank you must go to all parents for travelling to both Faithlegg and Tipperary. The Junior Academy wouldn’t exist without your support.
Next week, it’s on to Waterford Castle GC for round 4 of the Deise League on Tuesday 1st August and we’ll get back to to our regular days in West Waterford on Saturday 5th August.
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.
FBD Insurance Open Qualifier Series
Our FBD sponsored Open Series for Ladies and Gents continues every Wednesday and Friday throughout the Summer. The final takes place on Friday September 15th with a trip to Trump Doonbeg, Dromoland Castle and Galway Bay for the overall winner.
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