West Waterford Golf Club News – w/c 25th Nov. 2024
Ciara Donnelly elected as Club President
History was made in the club this week, when Ciara Donnelly was the first lady to be elected Club President. While the role of President is typically a ceremonial and leadership position, it is also a pivotal in setting the tone for the club’s culture, values, and vision.
Ciara has been a very active and hard-working member of our club since she first joined in 2000. She has served in various roles on the Ladies committee, including as Lady Captain. In recent years, she has served on the Management Committee, as Club Secretary.
With her excellent golfing knowledge and understanding of the club, Ciara is an excellent choice to take over from our previous hard-working President Jim Moroney. In her role she will prove to be an excellent support for our incoming Ladies and Gents Captains, and the Management Committee. We all wish Ciara all the best for her 2-year tenure and look forward to an excellent Presidency.
Separately, on behalf of everyone in the club, we would like to extend our gratitude to Jim Moroney for his excellent stewardship as President over the last 2 years. While his presidency reign is finished, I am sure we will see Jim continuing to support the club in the coming years.
Shane Hanrahan elected as Men’s Captain for 2025
At the Gents Club AGM, Shane Hanrahan was elected as Men’s Captain for 2025. A dedicated member for 21 years, this marks Shane’s first foray into committee roles. However, he is no stranger to club activities, having been an active participant in team events such as the Pierce Purcell Shield and Jimmy Bruen Shield over the years. Shane is widely regarded as personable and well-liked, making him an excellent choice to lead the club in the coming year. Details of Shane’s committee will be announced in the weeks ahead.
Geraldine Hickey Elected as Ladies Captain for 2025
At the Ladies AGM, Geraldine Hickey was elected as Ladies Captain for 2025. A longstanding and dedicated member of the club, Geraldine has served on various committees and held the role of Ladies PRO multiple times. Known for her passion for golf, she has an impressive record, winning two of the last three Lady Captain’s Prizes. Recently, she even reduced her working hours to dedicate more time to the sport she loves.
With her own wealth of experience and the guidance of her husband Edward, a former Gents Captain, Geraldine is set to be an outstanding Ladies Captain for the upcoming year. Details of her committee will be shared next week.
Gents 9-for-9 Winter Singles League Intensifies
The Gents 9-for-9 Winter Singles League is heating up as we move past the halfway mark with week 5 now complete. The competition continues to draw strong participation and deliver impressive performances. Stephen Walsh and Eddie Glavin currently lead the pack, but Jimmy Murphy and Brian Fox remain firmly in contention. With four weeks left before the league concludes on December 13, 2024, there’s still everything to play for in this closely contested race.
Order of Merit Table (After Week 5)
| Week 5 Stableford Points | Order of Merit Total after wk5 | Score Counting | |
| Stephen Walsh | 22 | 41.5 | 4 |
| Edward Glavin | 22 | 34 | 4 |
| Jimmy J Murphy | 22 | 26.5 | 4 |
| Brian Fox | 23 | 2 | |
| Colin Dunford | 22 | 19.5 | 2 |
| Hugh Coogan | 21 | 16.5 | 2 |
| Kieran Mulligan | 23 | 15 | 1 |
| Morrie Ferncombe | 21 | 13.5 | 3 |
| Paul Kelleher | 22 | 11.5 | 3 |
| Ger Flavin | 11 | 1 | |
| Tomas Curran | 10 | 2 |
Ladies Winter Aces Order of Merit Heats Up
The Ladies Winter Aces Order of Merit reached its halfway stage with yet another shift at the top of the leaderboard. Aisling Shanahan and Una Mulligan have moved ahead, overtaking newly elected Club President Ciara Donnelly. However, if the first three weeks are any indication, the competition remains wide open, with more twists likely as the final three weeks approach. Ladies, there’s still time to make your mark—get out there and shake up the standings before the league concludes!
Order of Merit Table (After Week 3)
| Name | Week 3 Stableford Pts | Total Order of Merit Points | No. of Cards Counting |
| Aisling Shanahan | 17 | 32 | 3 |
| Una Mulligan | 16 | 30 | 3 |
| Ciara Donnelly | 20 | 2 | |
| June Whyte | 15.5 | 2 | |
| Ger Curran | 13 | 15 | 2 |
| Mary Fahey | 14 | 12.33 | 3 |
| Trish O Shea | 12 | 2 | |
| Nora Flynn | 12 | 10.83 | 3 |
| Delia Smith | 15 | 10.5 | 1 |
| Denise Nugent | 8.5 | 2 | |
| Bridget Blackwell | 12 | 8.5 | 3 |
What’s on this week (ladies)
- Week 4 of Ladies Winter Aces continues until 28th Nov. And week 4 starts 29th Nov.
- Nov. 9 hole ongoing sponsor Geraldine Hickey.
- Wed 27th Nov at 10:30am Fun Scramble
What’s on this week (gents)
- Wed 27th Nov at 10:30am Fun Scramble.
- Ongoing Gents ‘9 in 9’, Open Winter League
West Waterford Golfers on the Professional Circuit
It was a challenging week for Gary Hurley and Séamus Power as they navigated their respective tours. Gary competed in the BMW Australian PGA Championship in Brisbane, where he recovered from a tough opening round of 74 with an impressive 67 on day two. Unfortunately, his second-round heroics weren’t enough, as he missed the cut by just one stroke. Looking ahead, Gary will head to Melbourne this week to take part in the ISPS Handa Australian Open, hoping to carry forward the momentum from his strong second round.
Meanwhile, on the PGA Tour, Séamus Power teed off at The RSM Classic in Georgia, the closing event of the FedEx Fall series. After an opening round of 76, Séamus withdrew from the tournament due to a back injury at the start of round two. Thankfully, his withdrawal didn’t affect his FedEx Cup standing, and he remains ranked sixth in the AON Next 10 standings. This position secures his entry into key early-season tournaments, including the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and The Genesis Invitational signature events.
Club Office hours
From Nov. 1st, office hours will be from 9am to 1pm. Outside office hours, contact us via email at info@westwaterfordgolf.com or by calling 058-43216.
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.
Start planning now to secure your preferred dates, by contacting us via golf@westwaterfordgolf.com.
Golf Shop Sale – 20% Off!
The 20% off sale on our Spring/Summer collection, continues in our shop this week. Hurry in and take advantage of these fantastic deals while they last!
Dungarvan Golf Triangle
To book the Golf Triangle, to play West Waterford, Gold Coast & Dungarvan, contact 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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