Sunshine brings the best to Tipperary golf – school tours, seniors and a hole in one!

Making the most of summer golf

It’s been a busy and productive week for us at Slievenamon Golf Club, with Members making the most of the unexpected advent of summer.

Super 44 points for Jimmy

The results of last weekend’s Men’s Singles Competition revealed Jimmy O’Meara had scored top spot with 44 points, 2nd was Martin Ryan on 41. 3rd was Johnny Neville, also on 41, while Michael O’Donnell won Best Gross.

Seniors on tour

On Monday our Seniors headed out for an away day to Thurles, where they played a Champagne Scramble with two scores to count.

The winning team on 100 points were John O’Sullivan, Jimmy Kelly and Dan Hayes. 2nd on 99 points were Eamon Power, Michael Ryan and Colm Burke, while 3rd place went to Michael W O’Meara, Brendan Clancy and Tony Falvey on 90 points. A most enjoyable day was had by all.

Monday Mixed Scramble

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, our Monday Mixed Scramble Competition was accompanied by the usual bonhomie and laughter. Joe Quinn, Breda O’Dwyer and Gabrielle Schofield snagged top spot with a nett score of 32.40. Johnny Quinn, Conor Dunlea and Josephine Murphy took 2nd spot with 34.56, while William Loughnane, Herbie Buck and Michael A O’Meara took 3rd with 35.69 (Vincent Phelan’s mathematical skills sorely needed on the night!). There was great excitement when Johnny Quinn, Conor Dunlea and Josephine Murphy scored an albatross on the 9th hole (par 5) – down in two shots!

School Trip enjoy Adventure Course

Tuesday was a fun day for everyone at the Club as the Rathkeevin and Lisronagh 6th Classes called out for their school trip to try their hands at Mini Golf and test their skills on our Adventure Course. There were definitely some future golf prospects identified, all under the watchful eyes of Mr Burke (Rathkeevin Principal) and Mrs Armstrong, teacher from Lisronagh.

Seniors Rumble in the sun

Wednesday it was back to base for the Seniors, where they played a Rumble in glorious weather. The winning team with 102 points were Billy Phelan, Michael Ryan and Ray Carthy. 2nd were Danny Ryan, Sean O’Dea and Tom Dowling on 94 points, while 3rd spot went to Eamon Power, Eddie Daly and Con Lucey.

To make the day even more perfect, they were treated to Paula’s cheery smile and delicious food at lunch afterwards. It doesn’t get any better than that!

Silver Jubilee Open Tournament

Wednesday also saw the launch of our Silver Jubilee Open Tournament, while will run over 25 days, with the Final to be played on Saturday, August 17. The Tournament is being played in aid of the Brothers of Charity, South Tipperary Services, who play such a vital role in providing care and support for people with intellectual disabilities.

The first results on the Competition saw Patrick McLean top the board on 30, with Brian McLean in 2nd on 26, Damien Lean 3rd on 24 and Tom Lean 4th on 21. However, it is all to play for and we are looking forward to an enjoyable Tournament.

Wins for Teresa and Kathleen

Our Ladies Sunday/Tuesday 18 Hole Stableford Competition of 16/18 June was won by Teresa O’Brien on 43 points.

Meanwhile the Thursday 12 Hole Stableford Competition was won by Kathleen Ryan on 25 points.

Juniors return en masse

Saturday brought the sunshine again and saw our Juniors returning en masse for more tutorials from Paudie Lahart, who is a patient and engaging mentor, as in reflected in the enthusiasm of the Juniors in his charge.

Hole in one for Dave Moore

However, their excitement was almost drowned out by the cheers that greeted Dave Moore’s Hole in One on the 4th Hole in the Men’s Weekend Singles competition. “One bounce and in”, according to eye witness James Power! Congratulations to James (pictured below).

That rounded off a splendid week for all concerned, with hopes of more good news for the week ahead.