Youth Academy & Driving Range – ‘Buy a Brick’
It’s full steam ahead at the driving range, with planning permission for the covered bays and lighting having now been granted. Work on the uncovered and grass bays is already well visible to members, and the focus now shifts to getting the covered bays completed and operational, with Trackman, by mid-summer. When finished, this will be the only facility of its kind within a 40km radius — something the whole West Waterford community can be proud of, and one that will serve golfers of all ages for generations to come.
The generosity shown by members, supporters, and local businesses to the ‘Buy a Brick’ campaign so far has been humbling, and we are grateful to each and every one of you. But we’re not over the line yet. With €120,000-plus needed to bring this project to completion, now is the moment for every member to step up and play their part. This is not someone else’s club — it’s yours. Don’t sit on the sidelines while others carry the load.
If you haven’t already bought your brick, please do so this week. It could not be easier — you can contribute via the club website, in the pro shop, or directly to our bank account. Full details are available in the clubhouse and will be shared across the WhatsApp groups.
If you are not a member of the club, and would like to support this wonderful community facility, contact Jim McGrath on 087 251 8941 or the club on 058 43216.
Every brick counts. Let’s get this done — together.
Club Classic
Reminder that our annual Club Classic, runs from Thursday 21st to Sunday 24th May. The Club Classic is one of the most important events in the club calendar, supporting the running of our club.
The competition format will be a full Scramble, open to teams of three — gents, ladies, mixed and junior — ensuring a fun and inclusive day out for members and visitors alike.
Jolly Boys Outing – Co. Tipperary Golf Club, Dundrum
On Friday the 8th, the Jolly Boys assembled, boarded the bus, and set off for Co. Tipperary Golf Club in Dundrum — blissfully unaware of what lay ahead.
The first casualty of the day came before a single club was swung. Our Ayatollah, sorry Captain, flatly refused to reveal the competition format, leaving grown men staring into the middle distance, psychologically broken before the first tee. New members Kyle and David Mc, displaying an instinct for self-preservation that seasoned members have long since abandoned, positioned themselves strategically at the back of the bus, hoping the madness wouldn’t reach them. It would.
Upon arrival, the troops were well fed — a promising early mark for chief organiser Paul Kelleher. With bellies full and spirits high, veteran Justin took new member Gary under his wing for the day. What exactly was whispered into Gary’s ear over those 18 holes remains classified, but let’s just say we’ll all be watching Gary very closely over the coming weeks. Credit where it’s due — despite their recent travails, the team at Dundrum had the course in immaculate condition. Which made it even more galling for those who still couldn’t find a fairway.
As for the cream rising to the top — step forward Mark Coles, man of the big hat and an apparently scarcely believable scorecard. There were mutterings about whether Bertie or Micheál had actually been counting properly, but chief pencil-man Gilly confirmed it: winner alright. Meanwhile, at the other end of the leaderboard, the sour milk was plentiful. Dundrum had taken no prisoners.
Post-golf, Paul had arranged a fantastic spread in Bertie’s — not that Bertie’s — and his stock rose considerably around the bus. A swift democratic vote on the way in confirmed that only those present for the grub would be eligible for prizes. The Ayatollah — sorry, Captain — graciously agreed. This decision, it must be said, produced some spectacular losers.
The return journey included a not so brief pit stop in Ballymac, where those who had struggled on the course attempted to restore some dignity at the pool table (we won’t mention Niall’s name). Results of that endeavour have not been officially confirmed. We arrived home just in time for a late one in Alice’s.
What a day it was. A massive thank you to Paul Kelleher for his efforts, endurance, and seemingly bottomless patience in pulling it all together. And to Captain Brian — fair play for the imagination on the prizes.
Inter-Club Matchplay
On bank holiday Monday, the club’s Mixed Fourball team had a great win against Williamstown GC at West Waterford. After a very tight match, finishing 2 – 2, we prevailed on 19th. Next match is at home vs Tramore on Mon 1st June at 1:30pm. Well done to Mary Lou Carroll & Paul Kelleher, Ciara Donnelly & David Condon, Aisling Shanahan and Conor Blackwell, and Mary Fahey and David McCarthy.
Unfortunately, our Boys Junior Foursomes lost out to Tipperary Golf Club in the first round of their competition in Tipperary on Sunday last. Despite competing well, the Tipperary lads came strong in the end. Well done to Anthony, Ruben, Conor and Keelan on putting in a great performance.
Other upcoming fixtures, our Ladies Minor Foursomes on 20th May at 3pm at home to Tramore GC. And in the next round of the Pierce Purcell, the lads will be at home to Tipperary GC (to be played by 24th May).
Prize winners from Easter Open, Sponsored by Dungarvan Transport. Thanks to Diarmuid and Tomas Horgan for their generous sponsorship.
Open Singles May Bank holiday weekend
Our Ladies & Gents 18-hole open singles competition on the Bank Holiday weekend had a fantastic entry. With the greens rolling fast and true, and the course presented in great condition, we ended up with some great scoring.
Results:
Cat.1 (< 12): 1st Jack O’Donnell 41pts 2nd Philip Spratt 39 points
Cat. 2 (12 to <20): 1st Denise Nugent 38pts, 2nd David O’Sullivan (Royal Curragh) 37pts
Cat. 3 (20 – ): 1st Pat O’Connell 42pts, 2nd Ciara Donnelly 39pts
Thank you again to our two sponsors, Centra on Youghal Road, Dungarvan, and Tommy Kiely Car Sales in Ring.
Gents Fixtures
The gents have a busy week ahead. Starting with the Seanoiri scramble on Monday 11th at 10:30am (and every Monday). Tuesday evening 12th is the 9-hole Open Tuesday Treats competition. The weekend rounds off with the annual Spratt trophy, an open 18-hole competition, on Saturday 16th and Sunday 17th May.
Ladies Results
The Mná Eile Qualifier took place on Thursday the 7th of May, with Betty Joyce (Lismore GC) claiming the top spot — well done Betty! Also qualifying on the day were Jean Conway, Ciara Donnelly, Mary Lou Carroll, Una Mulligan, Aisling Shanahan, Mary Fahey, Mary Herlihy, Mary T. Curran, Bridget Blackwell, Geraldine Hickey, and Lauren Guiry — congratulations to all who made it through.
In the 9-hole Qualifier, running from Thursday the 7th through to Sunday the 10th of May, Mary French took the honours with a winning score of 16 points. Well done Mary!
Ladies Fixtures
There’s plenty to look forward to on the ladies’ schedule over the coming weeks. Kicking things off is a Fun Scramble on Monday the 11th at 10.30am — entry is just €5, with tea and coffee included afterwards, so no excuses not to join in! The 18-hole Stroke Medal (GoY) sponsored by Barron’s Bakery continues this Thursday the 14th. Next weekend brings the Spratt Trophy Open 18-hole Singles Stableford on Saturday the 16th and Sunday the 17th of May. Running alongside that from Thursday the 14th through to Sunday the 17th is the 9-hole Qualifier Stableford, with the 9-hole May Ongoing competition — sponsored by Trisha O’Shea — also continuing across the same dates. Finally, make sure to mark your calendars for Saturday the 30th of May, when we host the Jean O’Donovan Memorial Open 18-hole Stableford — a very special occasion not to be missed.
Club Matchplay Competitions
The draws for the club Mixed Foursomes, the Men’s Singles matchplay (kindly sponsored by PestSafe and club member Batt O’Donovan), and the Men’s Fourball matchplay have been made. They are on the club noticeboard and were communicated via the clubs WhatsApp groups.
Make sure you know who you are drawn against and get your matches played by the required due dates.
Ladies and Gents Get into Golf — 2026 Programme
Our Ladies & Gents Get into golf program will commence on this Tuesday evening (12th May) with an information evening in the clubhouse at 7:30pm. The golf coaching with our Club professional Colin O’Gorman will commence on May 19th.
Play and Stay Initiative with the Park Hotel Dungarvan
For those seeking a golfing break, we are delighted to recommend our ‘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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