15th December 2008

Subs Remain Static

The 96th A.G.M. of Clones Golf Club was held in the clubhouse last Sunday, outgoing president Mr Paul Flynn presided. Following the reading and adoption of last year’s minutes Mr Gerard Kelly went through the audited financial acc in detail. Gerard singled out our club lotto as one of the best ways to increase funds if only more members supported it, however due to the present economical climate and lack of new members it was felt that an increase in subscriptions was one way of clawing back our deficit. This proposal was later put to the floor in an overwhelming vote was defeated. The subscription for 2009 remains at €600.00 for a single member. i.e. €50.00 per month by Direct Debit. The secretary Mr Martin Taylor in presenting his report to the members, stated that our main problem was that we have the expenditure of an 18 hole course with the income associated with 9 holes. Some ideas to be considered was the input of voluntary work from members. The secretary thanked those members who already give time to the club, Fred Meehan, Vincent Lynch, Nat Doonan, Mickey Connolly and all who sell lotto tickets, thanks to Mary Logue behind the bar Margaret and her staff in the kitchen .Martin then thanked the officers who he had worked with over the past year, Mr Gerard Kelly and Mr Paul Flynn. Election of Management committee then followed, Mr Francie Lynch, Mr Paddy Mc Keown, Mr Sean Kelleher, Mr Gerard Kelly Mr Rodney Lyons, Mrs Maureen Lynch, Mrs Margaret Copas and Noreen McKenna. Secretary Mr Martin Taylor Treasurer Mr Gerard Kelly did not go forward for re election leaving this position vacant for the moment. There was two positions for trustees vacant and these were filled by Mr Paul Flynn and Mr Vincent Lynch. The President Mr Liam Quigley thanked all those who put their names forward for election and to all the members who attended, he especially thanked Mr Gerard Kelly for his work for the past 4 years as treasurer, he then brought the meeting to a close.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha-Bet draw were HKLN and there were no winners of the 6,800 jackpot. The jackpot rollsover to 6,900 next week. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Liam McLaughlin Monaghan, Stan Kelly Clones, Joanne Reihill Clones, Peter Finegan Ballybay and Breda & Marie C/O Annies. If you fancy a go at winning this tidy sum for Christmas, pick up an envelope wherever you see the Alpha Bet Posters and our collectors will ensure you are in the draw for next Monday.

Santa Claus is Coming to Town

The big fella himself will be calling to see all the little golfing prodigies of tomorrow at Clones Golf Club on Sunday 21st December at 3pm. If you want your little darling to receive a gift from the man in red please put their name, age and gender on the list in the clubhouse to avoid disappointment.

Mary’s Mega Draw

Mary Logue is frantically selling squares on her Mega Draw board ready for the Christmas draw which will take place on Thursday 18th December 2008 at 8pm. Remember folks, if you are not in you can’t win!

Ladies Winter League

The week 9 results saw Class Act sadly slip into last place (247) as only Vera Tight returned a score 13 points. In 5th place were Pink ladies (260) and well done to Gemma McMahon 14 points and Rosita McCabe 9 points, every little helps. Cathy’s Kittens nudged into 4th (265) with Beatrice Crudden on 14 points and Doli Maguire with 17. In 3rd spot the now inappropriately named Lazy Bees (278) with scores from Veronica McGorman 15 and Eileen Maguire (two of our news ladies, great stuff!). The Iron Maidens have claimed 2nd spot (281) with Joy Cassidy’s 13 points and Martha O’Grady a magnificent 20 points. Still in pole position and unlikely to be caught at this stage at The Cannibals (297) with Lynn Whelan carding 15 points and Anne McCarthy 15. All very exciting!

Winners are Cannibals!

Congratulations to The Cannibals who maintained their lead and claimed victory in the 10 week long Winter league with a splendid 331 points. Mary Trant (team captain) and Noleen McCague both contributed 17 points in the final week and Mary is delighted with her team who rose to the challenge, each one playing their part. So the lovely hampers go to Mary Trant, Anne McCarthy, Noleen McCague, Mary O’Reilly, Josie Curran and Lynn Whelan. The Iron Maidens maintained 2nd place with 318 with a magnificent final push from the team encouraged by team captain Joy Cassidy. Caroline Bailey came up trumps with 18 points and Martha O’Grady was on fire on Saturday carding 16 points on the first 5 holes alone, have you ever seen anyone get 5 points on one hole? Well I had the privilege of being in her honoured company and witnessed a very nice birdie on the par 5, 3rd where dear Martha has 2 shots! It’s obscene, 5 points on one hole! Anyway Martha choked and finished with 3 one pointers and a no score, still 19 points though! The Lazy Bees finished 3rd (305) with Lady Vice Captain Elaine Hamilton 14 points and Ann Keating 13 points. Pink Ladies 4th (299) Una O’Reilly a magnificent 20 points and Lorraine Brady a fabulous 19 points. Class Act managed to pull themselves on the bottom of the league (272) and finished 5th with Vera Tight 12 and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick 13 and finally in 6th place Cathy’s Kittens (265) with a great score from Doli Maguire 19 points made in freezing conditions and Beatrice Crudden 14 points. Well done to everyone who took part, a big thank you to Anne McCarthy for organising the league and in recognition of everyone’s enthusiasm and commitment to this competition there will be a prize for everyone! Hooray! So please come along on Thursday to the clubhouse at 8.15 pm to collect your festive fare!

10th November 2008

3rd November 2008

28th October 2008

Juveniles Professional Tuition

Alpha-bet

AGM’s

Ladies League Continues

Captains’ Dinner Dance

20th October 2008

13th October 2008

Final Monthly Medal

Alpha Bet

Captains’ Dinner Dance

Mixed Foursomes Climax

Matthews Weekend

Ladies Winter League

And Finally.........

6th October 2008

29th September 2008

Open Weekend in Clones

Calling all Ladies and Gentlemen who love to play golf! Clones Golf Club are hosting an OPEN weekend from Friday 10th October to Sunday 12th October inclusive. This single stableford competition is for both ladies and gents, 1st, 2nd and gross for each gender. The competition has been generously sponsored by Genie & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones and Monaghan. Fabulous prizes to be won. Timesheet available now Tel: 047 56017 early to avoid disappointment.

 

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn for last week’s Alpha Bet Lotto were CHOD and there were no winners of the 5,600 jackpot which rolls over to next week at 5,700. The five lucky dippers each winning 20 were Mary Connolly Clones, Andy Fay Scotshouse, John Monaghan Maguiresbridge, Anne McManus Clonmackin and Rosemarie O’Harte Newtownbutler. Draw every Monday evening in the clubhouse so, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Party Night

Ladies this is an early warning for dates for your diary. The final presentation and party night will be held in the clubhouse on Friday November 21st and the AGM will take place on Sunday 23rd November At 3pm. Ladies please make every effort to attend both events, it’s your club so we need your input and support.

Stableford Results

The winners of the 18 hole stableford held on Sunday 19th September and Thursday 23rd September were Section A Una O’Reilly 29 points, Section B Irene McConkey 34 points and Section C Lady Vice captain Teresa Fitzpatrick with 27 points. Congratulations ladies. This week the ladies are playing in an 18 hole stableford sweep on Thursday 30th September, enjoy!

Ladies Winter League

Last year Ann McCarthy ran a very popular Winter League for the ladies to keep them interested in the golf in the “closed” season. This year Ann has kindly agreed to organise a Winter League for the Christmas Hampers and is looking for ladies to get their names down on her list immediately as the draw will be done very shortly. The league will run along similar lines to last year all details will be in the ladies locker room.

Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy

Congratulations to Catherine Farrell on winning the Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy and commiserations to the runner up Irene Rooney. Well done ladies. The Junior Cup and Rosebowl are still being contested and we wish the ladies still competing, the best of luck.

18th August 2008

Course stands up to Battering

The optimists amongst us headed out to the golf club on Saturday last in the hope that the weather men had got their predictions of a severe weather warning wrong. Sadly it couldn't have been more accurate and Clones was closed whilst the optimists watched from the comfort of the clubhouse, the course suffer the torrential downpours. Most of the greens were awash and the 9th fairway actually had a river running across it. Remarkably the course re-opened on Sunday morning and was in fine shape with only the debris left behind by the torrent of the previous days water giving away the severity of the onslaught, but the course in Clones stood the test and everyone that played on Sunday marvelled at how dry the course was.

President's Prize

President Mr. Paul Flynn was delighted to accomodate all the GAA football fans by re-scheduling the date on which his prize was to be competed for and finally it took place on Sunday 10th August. The result was worth waiting for as the overall winner carded a magnificent score of 63 nett. The men's prize winners were 1st Niall Murphy with 66 nett, 2nd Marty Carey 69 nett and the gross went to Seamus Keenan. The ladies prize winners were kathleen Leonard 71 nett. Kathleen "my putter's hot" Leonard recenlty rediscovered her form after having her confidence restored following a fine victory in the matchplay trophy. Gemma McMahon having recently had her first win was delighted to accept 2nd place with 73 nett and also pleased that her handicap is now down to 32. Catherine Farrell won the gross.

Captain's Prize

Gentlemen you only have a few more days to get your game in shape for the biggie, yes it's Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick's Captain's Prize which takes place on Saturday 30th August. The draw has now been done and a list of playing partners and times are in the locker room.

August Monthly Medal

The Clarke Group sponsored monthly medal for August takes place this weekend Saturday 23rd August and Sunday 24th August. Timesheet in operation Tel: 047 56017

Young Guns do it again

Congratulations to Darren McMahon, Jack McCarron, Ethan Audley, Fergal Connolly and Liam Keane who managed to win 18 1/2 points out of 20 against Mannan Castle at home recently in the semi final of the Norman Cinnimond Trophy. Mannan Castle gracioulsy conceded the retrun leg and Clones are now through to the final. Well done lads!

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last weeks Alpha Bet lotto draw were SHOX and there were no winners of the 5,000 jackpot which rolls over to next week at 5,100. The 5 lucky dippers were Tina McDermott Newtownbutler, Padraig McKenna C/O Skule Inn, Nuala Browne Cootehill, John McGuigan C/O Creighton Hotel and Benny Connolly Smithboro. Pick up an envelope wherever you see the Alpha Bet posters, draw every Monday evening. Ask yourslef, do your letters look lucky?

Have you Lost It??

Have you checked your clubs lately? There have been at least 15 clubs found on the course and handed in to the bar over the last few weeks. Please check to see if any of them might be yours. Also do you have a Callaway graphite shaft sand wedge in your bag that's not yours? One such club was kindly handed in for the rightful owner to collect and sadly when he went to collect it, it was missing. Please check your golf bags. There are also many club head covers behind the bar so if you are missing any equipment please check with Mary behind the bar as she is drowning in golf equipment!

Ladies Club

Where have all the ladies gone?

Ladies, ladies it's not the end of the season just yet, I know the weather is telling us different but please don't hang up the clubs just yet. Very few played in last week's GOY stroke medal draw despite Thursday being an oasis of a day with warm sunshine amidst the wet week that surrounded it. The competition reverted to a sweep BUT those who did play will get their vital GOY points. Section A was won by Mary Trant with a score so embarrassingly high it's best kept out of the papers! Section B was won by Nuala Browne with a 76 nett. Nuala was the only player on the day to break 80 well done!

Captain's Prize to the Ladies

Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick's Captain's Prize to the ladies will be held on Thursday August 21st this is a pre-drawn stroke medal GOY. Indeed the last GOY competition of the season so lets do it justice and bring in some great scores for the Captain. Good luck to everyone. List of playing partners in the ladies locker room.

Rose Bowl and Junior Cup

The draw for the matchplay trophies will take place very shortly so if you wish to take part ladies please put your names on the relevant list in the locker room. Junior Cup is for ladies with handicaps 27-36 and the Rose Bowl for 0-26.

What's on Next Week?

Ladies Thursday 28th August is the last Thursday only competition of the year and will be an 18 hole stableford, you will then have the option to play on Sunday or the following Thursday for the weekly competitions. If you wish to play Sundays you must be on the timesheet and the afternoons are usually the less busy time tel: 047 56017

And Finally...........

Unfortunatly the weather put paid to the Matthews Weekend and the competition had to be cancelled. We would like to thank Mary & Genie McCaughey for their generous sponsorship and we hope to re-schedule this competition in the very near future.

11th August 2008

Young Guns’ Classic Golf

Clones Golf Club’s own Classic is over for another year and it proved to be very successful despite the weather threatening to force a different outcome. In the end the Classic ran over 5 days into the Bank Holiday Monday due to the torrential rains on Friday and thankfully all teams were accommodated and managed to get their rounds finished in relatively condusive conditions. The presentation of prizes took place last Tuesday and Pat Connolly (classic convenor) and Captain Paul Fitzpatrick got proceedings underway by thanking all involved. It would be foolish to think that we wouldn’t offend anyone by not mentioning individuals who worked so hard to make this event run smoothly and without incident. However Pat Connolly the Classic convenor said he would like to particularly thank Bank of Scotland (Ireland) our main sponsor; everyone was sorry that George Duke was unable to attend the presentation of prizes this year and Tom Cassidy kindly stepped forward to represent both George and the bank. Pat also thanked his team (they know who they are) they did such sterling work in staging this mammoth occasion. Anyone who played had nothing but praise for the condition of the course, the warm welcome in the clubhouse and the professional and diligent way everyone was served by both the catering staff and the bar staff. Special thanks go to all the raffle ticket sellers, the people who manned the book and to all our sponsors without whom this event could not have been run. We hope that by advertising the sponsors names over the 5 days in the clubhouse, this will go some small way to demonstrating our gratitude to our generous sponsors. Not surprisingly the winning scores were pretty fantastic also and what a pleasure it was to see four of our Young Guns winning this event with their usual enthusiasm and passion Congratulations go to Fergal Connolly, James Connolly, Jack McCarron and Ethan Audley winning the Ping Drivers with a score of 103 points (team sponsor Margaret Quigley). The Connolly boys will have to hide those drivers from dad as he has had his eye on one all week! Just pipped into to 2nd spot also on 103 points were Ray McCarron, Hugo Clerkin, Jack McCarron and Ethan Audley (Team sponsor Scanbitz). 3rd with 100 points were Stevie McCaffrey, J. Brown, Brendan Allen and Noel McElroy their prize-Padraig Harrington designed suit bags, Sponsor Ollie Swift. In 4th also with 100 points were K. Finlay, E. Finlay, K. Duffy and D. Lennon their prize-Golf club travel covers. Sponsor Leonard Engineering. In 5th spot also 100 points were C. Herron, P. Trappe, A. Trappe and D. McMahon winning Footjoy shoes, sponsor Hillgrove Hotel. 6th place 99 points, went to Joe Smith, George Crowe, Seamus Brady and Mike Keane. Prize watches, sponsor Univet. In 7th place with 97 points winning golf tops were Gary Sexton, Gary Smith, T. McKenna and J. Sexton, sponsor Conagra. The ladies team prize went to the McCarthy sisters Jo, Sinead, Ann and Beezy, (team sponsor Ann McCarthy) who were delighted with their watches (sponsored by Liptons of Clones) and particularly thanked Pat Connolly for having a ladies team prize. These ladies have been competing as a team since 2000 in Clones’ Classic and it’s the first time they have been in the winners enclose. Well done ladies. Nearest the pin went to Hugo Clerkin, men’s longest drive Joe McCann and the ladies longest drive went to Mary Trant. These prizes were kindly sponsored by Ciaran Smith professional from Rossmore. The raffle for the Powakaddy trolley and golf bag also proved to be a great success and the winner of the main prize was Teresa Smith from Nobber Co. Westmeath. Winners of the golf bags (sponsored by the club) were Francie Lynch and Paddy Devine. The wine (sponsored by Supervalu Cavan) went to Niall Wrafter and Shane Morgan. The golf themed ornaments (sponsored by Gerry & Mary Trant) went to Jim Monaghan and Carmel Lynch. Captain Paul Fitzpatrick, Lady Captain Noreen McKenna and President Paul Flynn would like to add their thanks to everyone involved in making this possibly one of the most successful classics ever and we hope to be able to confirm figures very shortly. Suffice to say that 65 teams played and all the tickets were sold for the raffle. Well done everyone.

                   

Captain’s Prize Draw

Gentlemen you only have a few more days to put your name on the list if you wish to be included in the big event of the year Paul Fitzpatrick’s Captain’s Prize. The draw for playing partners will take place on 21st August. The completion will be held on Saturday August 30th.

President’s Prize

The results and photo’s for this year’s President’s Prize (Mr. Paul Flynn) will be in next week’s issue.

Juveniles Recommence

The juveniles once again take to the course on Tuesdays from 7pm and will have the benefit of a professional for a few weeks. Fee €30.00

Alpha-Bet Lotto

The letters for last week’s Alpha-Bet Lotto jackpot of 4,900 were KRWY and as there were no winners, the jackpot will rollover to 5,000 next week. The 5 lucky dippers were Michelle Maguire C/O Pat Connolly, Attie Cunningham C/O McClaves, M. Callan C/O Skule Inn, Jessica Cassidy Corconnolly and Nicola Anderson Newbliss. Well done to them. Next week’s draw takes place on Monday evening so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Rossmore Cup

Congratulations to Clones who beat Armagh at home last Saturday in the Rossmore Cup. Clones are now through to the semi finals.

Ladies Club

Gemma’s First Win
You always remember your first win, the one that gets you off the mark and reduces your handicap for the very first time. Well I’m sure Gemma McMahon(36) won’t forget her first win in a hurry. Gemma started with the Learner Ladies programme in the summer of 2007 and has become a very keen and enthusiastic player, desperate to reduce her handicap and feature in the prizes. Well all boxes are now ticked as Gemma carded a fabulous 39 points to claim the Monaghan Property Sales Trophy for 2008 and was delighted to receive both the trophy and her prize from Willie McKenna from Monaghan Property Sales our generous sponsors. Gemma also received a cut to her handicap of 2.5 shots. Congratulations Gemma! In 2nd spot , also one of our success stories from last year’s Learner Ladies programme was Eileen Maguire(33) with 38 points, Eileen was also visited by the handicap secretary and losses and other 2 shots off her handicap now off 31 and the winner of the gross was Joy Cassidy. Section A (0-20) winner Irene Rooney 30 points , Section B (21-28) Ann McCarthy 32 Points and Section C (29-36) Celeste McKiernan 34 points. Well done ladies and once again a huge thank you to Monaghan Property Sales for their continued support.

Learner Ladies Programme
Our learner ladies continue to progress with their golf each Wednesday from 6.30pm . We will shortly be running a few competitions for them to take part in to keep them focused. Indeed it is great to see so many of the ladies already committing to the game by purchasing their own clubs. They must be hooked already!

What’s on This Week

Thursday 14th August the ladies will be competing in a single stroke medal GOY DRAW and the following Thursday 21st August is the Captain’s Prize to the ladies. Ladies please make sure you are on the list is this competition is a pre-drawn for playing partners event.

Matthews Semi-Open Weekend

We are delighted that Matthews of Clones are sponsoring our semi open weekend again this year and this event will run from Friday 15th August until Sunday 17th August. Visitors are invited to come along and play with a member €15.00. This is a repeater, so gent’s no fear of handicap reductions before the all important Captain’s Prize! Genie & Mary McCaughey always give such generous sponsorship so please come along members and visitors alike and try for the Ladies and Gents prizes and support this weekend of golf. Timesheet in operation Friday, Saturday and Sunday tel: 047 56017

 

4th August 2008

Rain Stops Play

Due to the extremely heavy downpours on Friday afternoon it was decided to abandon golf for the day and re-schedule to last Monday to make good use of the bank holiday and also give all competitors in this years Clones Golf Club Classic a sporting chance to make a bid for the fabulous prizes. So as we are going to press before the last teams have take to the fairways, results and photos will be in next week's edition. However at this juncture, mention should be made of the professional and dilligent service provided by the catering staff Margaret and her wonderful waitresses. well done ladies.

President's Prize on Sunday

Mr. Paul Flynn will hold his President's Prize on Sunday 10th August. This competion is for both ladies and gents so you will need to get your name on the timesheet. Tel: 047 56017

Saturday Stableford

Gentlemen there will be a 16 hole stableford competition on Saturday 9th August just to get you ready for the big day, and again timesheet in operation.

14 Hole Sweep

The result of the 14 hole stableford sweep held last Sunday are as follows: 1st with 34 points (a score most of us would be happy with for 18 holes!) was Jack McCarron and in 2nd place with 33 points was Sean Farmer. Congratulations gentlemen.

Alpha-Bet Lotto

The letters drawn for last weeks Alpha Baet lotto were ADVZ and as there were no jackpot winners the jackpot rolls over to 4,900 for next week. The 5 lucky dippers were Alice Boylan C/O Dermot Coyle Ballybay, Mark McCrystal C/O Phil McCrystal, Grainne Brady Smithboro, John & Peggy Graham Stonebridge and Phil Flynn Clones. Well done to them and congratulations to Dermot Coyle who won this months seller's prize of €250

Matthews Weekend Semi-Open

Our generous sponsors Matthews of Clones are delighted that this year's semi-open will be held over 3 days 15th, 16th and 17th August. This stableford semi-open repeater is a very popular competition and the prizes are always much sought after. Visitors (who must play with a member) €15 to enter and for members €10 plus €8 for the repeat. We would like to take this opportunity of thanking Mary & Genie McCaughey for their continued generous support. So ladies and gentlemen please support this competition and make a note in your diaries.

Ladies play for prestigeous cup

This Thursday the ladies are competing in the Monaghan Property Sales trophy 18 hole stableford. Once again Willie McKenna will present the trophy on behalf on Monaghan Property Sales next Monday after the Lotto. A draw has already taken place for playing partners and the list is in the locker room. Please agree a time with your playing partners. Good luck ladies!

Captain's Prize to the Ladies

Ladies if you wish to play for Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick's Captains' Prize to the ladies, you must get your name on the list in the locker room as soon as possible as this is another pre-drawn competition to be held on Thursday 21st August.

And Finally...............

Happy significant birthdays to Brid Finlay and Doli Maguire who are celebrating along with another significant bithday girl, their combined age is 180! I'll let you work it out..............

 

28th July 2008

Classic weekend

Yes folks it's finally arrived, the big one. Clones Golf Club are hosting their own annual Classic this Friday 1st August to Sunday 3rd August with fantastic prizes including a ladies team prize. There will be many team prizes, nearest the pin and longest drive for both ladies and gents. You still have time to buy raffle tickets to win the Powakaddy Trolly and bag just €5 a ticket or 3 for €10. Anyone wishing to enter a team which includes a steak dinner for the team, or sponsor a tee or green please telephone Pat Connolly 086 855 4289 or Clones Golf Club 047 56017. We would also like to thank everyone who has supported Clones Golf club in this annual venture particularly Bank of Scotland (Ireland) for their continued generous support. Here’s hoping we have a glorious weekend of golf! Oh and it’s not too late to get yourself on the hottest team in the classic, 3 of the young guns from the Ronan Rafferty/Norman Cinnamond team are looking for a fourth player and you could be that player! Just put your €5.00 in an envelope with your name on the front and the lucky fourth man or woman will be drawn shortly.

Alpha-bet

The letters for last week's Alpha-Bet Lotto were FEQY and there were no winners of the 4,700 jackpot which now rolls over to next week to 4,800. The 5 lucky dippers were Brid Acheson Smithboro, Deirdre McGuigan Clones, Michael Morgan Liptons Clones, Sarah McGuigan Newbliss and Douglas Maguire C/O Ben Toal’s. Well done to them. Just pick up a ticket wherever you see the Alpha-Bet poster and ask yourself do your letters look lucky?

Hot Shots win in Rossmore

Congratulations to 5 of our young and up and coming golfers who managed to beat Rossmore away in the quarter finals of the Norman Cinnamond Trophy. They now meet Mannan Castle in the semi-finals. We are seeing great stuff from all of these young lads Darren McMahon, Jack McCarron, Ethan Audley, Fergal Connolly and Liam Keene. Well done!

No juveniles for 2 weeks

The juveniles will be taking a 2 week break and then if they wish to avail of the structured course with professional tuition they will need to bring €30 fee to the first session back on Tuesday August 12th.

President's prize 10th August

Mr. Paul Flynn will hold his President's Prize on Sunday 10th August. This competition is for both ladies and gents and you will have to make sure you are on the timesheet. Tel: 047 56017

Clones Credit Union Open

Last week's Clones Credit Union Limited sponsored open day was very well supported by both home players and visitors alike. The beautiful tables were much admired and sought after. The ladies prizes went to Noleen McCague in 1st place with 34 points closely followed in 2nd spot by Irene McConkey with 33 points well done ladies and enjoy the beautiful prizes. The gent’s prizes were claimed by Fergal Connolly with a staggering 41 points to claim first place and in 2nd spot Martin Carey, one of the last players out on the day, with 39 points. Great scores gents. Thanks to Terry Lennon who very kindly presented the prizes to the lucky recipients on behalf of Clones Credit Union Limited

Ladies Club

GOY/DRAW
The ladies will be playing in a single stroke GOY DRAW on Thursday 31st July. Imagine July over already! The following week August 7th the ladies play in the prestigious Monaghan Property Sales Trophy. This is a pre-drawn competition so please check the list for playing partners and arrange suitable times.

President’s Prize
Ladies let the family fend for themselves on Sunday 10th August because you will be competing in Mr. Paul Flynn’s President’s Prize! This competition is for both ladies and gents, played for on one day so you MUST be on the timesheet to avoid disappointment. Tel: 047 56017


Learner ladies lucky with weather
The learners ladies' evenings continue each Wednesday at 6.30pm and last week we had a gorgeous evening to play and the new ladies could see the attraction of being out on the fairways in such lovely conditions. We must get them hooked before the winter sets in !

Well done ladies
Well done to four of our ladies Maureen Lynch, Mary McGuigan, Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna and Doli Maguire who won the ladies team prize in last weekend's Drung Classis. A big thankyou to Drung GFC for the beautiful prizes.

And finally.....

Happy significant birthday to Martha O'Grady who recently celebrated with family and friends. Go on tell us how old you are!

23rd July 2008

OPEN DAY THURSDAY

Clones Golf Club are hosting a Single Stableford OPEN DAY on Thursday 24th July for both Ladies and Gents. This open day is generously sponsored by Clones Credit Union and there will be 1st and 2nd prizes for both ladies and gents. Timesheet in operation tel: 047 56017

Postponed President's Prize

Mr. Paul Flynn has postponed his President's Prize due to the re-scheduled Ulster GAA final this Sunday. The President's Prize will now be held on Sunday 10th August and not 27th July. There will be a club competition on Sunday for those wishing to play golf a nice relaxing 14 hole sweep.

Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal

Congratulations to Paddy Gumley winner of the Jul y Clarke Group Sponsored monthly medal with a fine score of 69 nett. In 2nd spot with nett 70 was Paul Jenkins. The gross prize was won by Gerard Trant. Well done gentlemen!

Hot Team for Classic

A generous benefactor has entered a team in this year’s Clones Golf Club Classic featuring 3 of the young guns from the Ronan Rafferty team and you are invited to buy your entry onto the team for just €5.00. If you wish to join this hot team just place €5.00 into an envelope with your name on it and place it into the draw at the bar. The fourth player to join these talented young players will be drawn and the prize is to be on the hottest team in this year's Classic.

 

Clones Golf Club Classic

The timesheet is filling up fast for this year’s Clones Golf Club Classic which will take place on the August Bank Holiday weekend Friday August 1st to Sunday August 3rd. If you wish to make a donation or enter a team please contact Mr. Pat Connolly on 086 855 4289 or Clones Golf Clun on 047 56017. We would like to thank our main sponsor Bank of Scotland (Ireland) for their continued support.

Powakaddy Draw

Tickets are selling well for the fabulous Powakaddy Trolley and trolley bag raising money towards this year's Classic. Tickets are sale at the bar for €5.00 or 3 for €10.00

Big Burner Beckons

Gentlemen you still have time to play in the 14-hole stableford repeater to win the big burner driver. €5 to enter and €3 to repeat and the best 3 cards for the month of July will win.

Mixed Matchplay Underway

The draw for the mixed matchplay is posted in the clubhouse and already the matches are underway. Please remember that you are playing off the white tee markers gents and it's half the combined handicaps. Have fun!

Alpha-Bet Lotto

Did you forget to do your Alpha-Bet lotto last week for the 4,600 prize? Well blow it! The winning letters for last week's jackpot were BLOW and there were no winners. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were John McEniff C/O Clones GC, Paddy Agnew Cootehill, McCabe Family Clones, Hugh James Moore Guardhill and John McDonald Ellinure. This week's jackpot will be 4,700 so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Clones’ Winning Weekend

Congratulations to Clones Golf Club Alliance team who despite very windy conditions on Saturday last won the Alliance by a good margin. Also congratulations to Gene McEnroe’s Ulster 4 Ball Team who won all 5 matches against Cavan on Saturday at home. All the matches were tight and were hard fought for. The boys are now through to the semi-finals and will meet either Castleblayney or Lough Dail

Ladies Club

Eileen & Mary Winners
Last Thursday's GOY medal stroke competition was contested by the ladies and the winner of Section A with nett 75 was Mary Trant (15). Mary had a great start with a 6 over gross front 9 which included a very nice birdie on the 3rd. Sadly the back 9 was not as satisfying however her score was enough to secure the win and vital GOY points. Section B was claimed by one of our new up and coming golfers Elieen Maguire (34) with a nett 74. Well done Eileen that’s 10 GOY points to you!

 Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy

The drama continues in the Barry McGuigan Matchplay trophy with another newcomer getting through the first round in her first ever matchplay competition congratulations to Gemma McMahon who managed to claim the match on the 17th. Also what a match Lady Captain, Mrs. Noreen McKenna had with Lady Vice-Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick, these ladies were obviously well matched and managed to take play onto the 21st hole! phew!

Fowl Play Suspected?

We were all getting a little worried at the 3 week absence of our resident family of swans on the course, but we are delighted to report that Mum and Dad were sighted last week along with 5 cygnets who are getting big and strong. Aw nice!

 

16th June 2008

 

Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal

The June Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal GOY will be contested by the men this coming weekend Saturday 21st June and Sunday 22nd June. Timesheet in operation for both days 047 56017.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in the weekly Alpha-Bet draw for a jackpot of 4,100 nearly made us suffer hair loss as they were VAIR (gents, ask the ladies about depilatories!) However no one chose these as their letters and the jackpot rolls over to next week at 4,200.00. The five lucky dippers each winning 20 were Sean O’Hara Lisnaskea, Barry Brady Smithboro, Jo Kelly Clones, John Rutledge C/O D. Coyle and Bridie Sheridan Newbliss. Anyone can buy an Alpha-Bet lotto ticket even if you know nothing about golf! So have a go you never know and ask yourself, do your letters look lucky? Draw every Monday evening.

Juvenile Golf

The Juvenile coaching sessions continue each Tuesday from 7pm. Please note that they have reserved the tee on that evening.

PowaKaddy Raffle

The beautiful PowaKaddy electric trolley and deluxe trolley bag on display in the clubhouse could be yours for just €5 if you purchase a raffle ticket for this year’s Clones Golf Club Classic- Raffle. Tickets on sale now. (special offer 3 tickets for €10). The draw will take place August Bank Holiday weekend.

Lady Captain Invites Men

Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna invites all gentlemen to compete for her prize to the men to honour her day in the week preceding Saturday 28th June or on the day after 4pm. More details to follow.

Matchplay Draws Complete

Gentlemen the draws have taken place for the various matchplay competitions Members cup, scratch cup etc etc. details are posted it the men’s locker room. Please note that the first round must be played before the end of June.

Mixed Matchplay

The draw for the annual mixed matchplay will take place on the 30th June and there are still ladies available to play with, so to speak! So gents ask the lady of your choice before it’s too late and get your names on the draw sheet up in the clubhouse.

Ladies Club

Roisin Returns

It’s great to welcome Roisin Kerr (28) back to playing in the ladies weekly competitions and she didn’t let us down producing a fabulous score of 37 points in last week’s charity stableford competition. Congratulations Rosin, who’s score secured the win in Section B (21-28) and well done on your new handicap now 26. I’m delighted to report that one of our new ladies, who took up golf last summer through our ladies coaching programme, played her first ladies singles competition on Thursday and managed to win her section C (29-36) with an astonishing 36 points. Congratulations go to Eileen Maguire (36) for this fine performance. Eileen actually had 24 points on the back 9 and when asked what happened on the front 9, she said it took her a long time to settle down and realise her playing partners “were only human”! As one of them was her sister, she must have been scared of the other! That was Eileen’s polite way of saying they played rubbish! Many congratulations Eileen and well done on losing a shot off your handicap, great stuff! And finally, winner of Section A (0-20) was Joy Cassidy (18) with a modest 30 points, Joy was delighted with yet another win in her category and was surprised at the huge variance in the category scoring.

Draws on!

Ladies the draw for the Members Cup, Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy, and Lady Captain’s day are upon us and you will need to get your names on the relevant lists to be included in the draws.

Calling Learner Ladies

Clones Golf Club-Ladies Club are again running coaching sessions for any lady who has longed to see what it’s like but was too scared to try. Well now ladies, here’s your chance! Come along to Clones Golf Club on Wednesday 18th June at 6.30pm for a couple of hours and see if golf is for you. Just bring yourself and a pair of runners or golf shoes if you have them. Clubs and balls will be provided. If you have your own clubs please bring them along. The coaching sessions will run for 6 weeks or so. It’s the most fun you can have with your clothes on!

What’s on This Week?

The ladies are competing on Thursday 19th June in a single stroke medal GOY DRAW and this is the penultimate competition before Mrs. Noreen McKenna’s Lady Captain’s Day on Saturday June 28th. So if you need 2 more cards in to play on lady Captain’s Day you had better play this week and next!

9-Hole Competition

Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna invites our novice ladies and our senior ladies to compete in a 9-hole competition on Lady Captain’s Day. Please see notice in locker room for details.

And Finally……….

Congratulations to Lady Vice-Captain on her significant anniversary!!

 

9th June 2008

Open Week Results

Clones Golf Club’s annual Open Week was a huge success this year and of course the weather played no small part in attracting players from far and wide to take part in the various varied competitions. Thank you to everyone who made the week run so smoothly particularly Frankie Dolan (competition secretary) and the men’s committee. Open Week was brought to a fitting close with a sponsors dinner on Saturday night with the presentation of prizes thereafter.

The results are as follows:
The 3 person team sponsored by Hotel Kilmore, Cavan was won by Patrick McCarville, Ethan Audley & Jack McCarron with 95 points. 2nd place went to Paudie Foley, Joe Curran and Collie Curran with 94 points.

Team Captain’s Pleased

Matchplay Draws Complete

Ladies Club

40 points Wins

What’s on for the Ladies

Yes ladies it’s that time of year when you feel like a film star signing your name on many pieces of paper, this is very important to make sure you are included in the draws for Lady Captain’s Day, The Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy and Lady Member’s Cup.

And Finally…………

3rd June 2008

Young Gun’s Great Score

26th May 2008

OPEN WEEK IN CLONES

Clones Golf Club is hosting their annual Open Week from Saturday 31st May until Sunday 8th June. We invite visitors to come along and play this magnificent course and enjoy the luxurious new clubhouse and locker room facilities. Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna look forward to welcoming players to Clones Club and hope everyone has an enjoyable week.

There will a 3 person team repeater on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June sponsored by Hotel Kilmore Cavan.
Monday 2nd June- Men’s single stroke sponsored by Feldhues GMBH Clones
Tuesday 3rd June- Mixed Foursomes sponsored by Ciaran Smith Rossmore Pro Shop.
Wednesday 4th June- Men’s single stroke sponsored by Cavan Crystal Design
Thursday 5th June- Ladies Day sponsored by Jim & Gaby Kerr. Single stableford 1st and 2nd Prize for ladies and GENTS.
Friday 6th June- Men’s fourball better ball sponsored by Morgan McManus
Saturday 7th June- Men’s single stableford sponsored by Barry, Hickey & Henderson
Sunday 8th June- 4 person team sponsored by Conagra Limited.

Best aggregate nett and best aggregate gross (for the singles competitions) sponsored by Creighton Hotel, Clones.

We would like to thank our generous sponsors for their continued support, without sponsors it would not be possible to run events like Open Week and we are extremely grateful to them.

The presentation of prizes will take place on Saturday 7th June at 9.30pm. Timesheets in operation for the week, please telephone 047 56017.

Eugene McDonald Memorial Trophy

The Eugene McDonald Memorial Trophy played for by the men on May 17th and 18th produced some fabulous scoring and the winner with nett 64 was Joe McCann. Well done Joe, winner by a clear 2 shots. In 2nd spot was Damien Connolly with another great score of 66 nett. The gross was won by Patrick McCarville with 77. Congratulations to all the winners.

Mixed Team in Cavan

Many thanks to our Mixed Team who represented Clones in the recent competition in Cavan. The weather was fabulous and although Clones weren’t luck enough to qualify they put in a great performance and enjoyed the day. Well done to Pat Connolly and Rosita McCabe, John Copus and Catherine Farrell, Patrick McCarville and Irene Rooney, Shane Morgan and Elaine Hamilton and Gavin Maguire and Marie Douglas. See what you can do in our own mixed competition in Open Week on Tuesday 3rd June.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet draw were SQIV and the jackpot of 3,800 wasn’t won. The 5 lucky dippers were Linda Smith Smithboro, Patrick McGorman Smithboro, Tommy McDermott Lisnaskea, Paul McCaffrey Maguiresbridge and Kieran Connolly Clones. Well done to them. The jackpot now rolls over to 3,900 so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Club

Hilton Shield

Clones ladies sent 3 teams to play in the Hilton Shield qualifier in Virginia last week and Clones were delighted with the hospitality they received and would like to thank everyone involved in making their day so pleasurable. Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna’s team were Teresa Fitzpatrick, Beatrice Crudden Maureen Lynch and Margaret Copus. The intermediate team were Ann McCarthy, Eileen Kerr, Elaine Hamilton, Martha O’Grady and Doli Maguire. The low handicap team were represented by Vera Tighe, Catherine Farrell, Joy Cassidy and Ann Keating. Well done to everyone who gave up their time to take part in this qualifier.

10 Points for Anne

Anne McCarthy played fabulous golf on Thursday last to win 10 Golfer of the Year points with a fine score of nett 71 in very inclement drizzly damp weather. Congratulations Anne! This score claimed Category A and with an equally impressive score of 74 nett Doli Maguire won Category B.

What’s on This Week

Thursday 29th May is another 18 hole stroke medal GOY DRAW so lets see who gets the vital GOY points this week. Also Ladies please remember that OPEN WEEK starts on Saturday 31st May with a 3 Person Team repeater also on Sunday. Ladies you can also play on Tuesday in the Mixed Foursomes so grab a man and get your names on the timesheet for that one. Thursday is Ladies day and we are delighted that The Kerr Brothers are very kindly sponsoring the prizes for this competition once again and there will be 1st and 2nd awarded to both ladies and gents. Then to round the week off there is a 4 person team on Sunday 8th June. So ladies to recap you can play Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June, Tuesday 3rd June, Thursday 5th June and Sunday 8th June, phew we’ll all be exhausted after that! The Clones ladies look forward to welcoming visitors in Open Week, come and see our new clubhouse we’re looking rather smart! Timesheet 047 56017

And finally……

Congratulations to Tom & Joy Cassidy who recently celebrated their Pearl wedding anniversary in the vales and hills with wandering clouds and daffodils, how romantic!

19th May 2008

Kelly Rahill League Final

The Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League matchplay final took place last Thursday in very un-wintry conditions. The finalists were treated to beautiful summer conditions with plenty of run on the ball. Gerard & Eileen Kelly were on hand to present the classy crystal prizes on behalf of Kelly Rahill & Company, our generous sponsors of this League, to the disappointed defeated runners up and the jubilant victors. The Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick welcomed Gerard and Eileen and thanked them for their continued generous support. He also paid tribute to the hard work and meticulous, professional way the Winter League had been run throughout by Frankie Dolan. The weekly winners were in attendance to collect their individual prizes and congratulations once again go to Marty Collins, Noel Brady, Darren McMahon, John Maxwell, Seamus McKiernan, Dominic Curran, Paddy McKeown, Sean Bonner, Peter McGeough and Marty Carey. The runners up team, captained by Gene McEnroe included Noel Brady, Marty Sherlock, Kevin Smith and Gerry Smith and despite their every effort they were defeated by Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick’s team of Paddy McKeown, Kenny Farrelly, Mac Sammon and Francie Boylan. Gerard Kelly was invited to say a few words and reiterated that Kelly Rahill & Company (Accontants) were proud to be sponsors of the Winter League and took the opportunity of reminding everyone that Farnham Financial Services, the sister company, would be happy to assist any of the members with their financial requirements in particular pensions, investments and savings. Farnham Technology and Bubble Computers are on hand to tackle any IT requirements. Thanks once again to Gerard Kelly.

Ulster 4-Ball Advance

Gene McEnroe is very proud that the Ulster 4 Ball Team have made it through to the next round winning 4 of the 5 matches on the away leg at Roe Park Limavaddy. This was following a convincing home leg by the team the previous week. Well done lads and keep her going!

Pierce Purcell Success

Thanks to everybody concerned. The course was in great condition for a qualifying round of the Pierce Purcell Sunday last 11th May. Fourteen clubs participated and all of them enjoyed their day in Clones. The local club captained by Peter McGeough were the leading qualifiers and had ten strokes to spare over the second placed team Castleblaney. Brendan Gilroy and Paul Jenkins returned and 81 which was easily the best score of the day. Slieve Russell, third and Ashfield, fourth also got through to the matchplay stages.
The Captain Paul Fitzpatrick, Marty Carey, Dom Donaghy, Stephen Collins, Paddy Gumley, Leo Herbet, George Crowe, Gary Sexton, Brendan Gilroy and Paul Jenkins represented Clones.
Clones now play Ashfield at Co. Armagh
Slieve Russell play Castleyblayney at Clones.
Both games must be played before June 2nd.

Clarke Group Medal

The Clarke Group sponsored May monthly medal GOY will be played on Saturday 24th May and Sunday 25th May. Please use the timesheet 047 56017.

Alpha-Bet

Last week’s letters drawn in the 3,700 alpha bet jackpot were HUBK and there were no jackpot winners. The 5 lucky dippers were F. McKenna C/O Pat Connolly, J. Duffy O’Neill Park, Linda Attwell Lisnaskea, Eoghan Murphy C/O Michael Connolly and Michelle Maguire C/O Pat Connolly each of these lucky dippers wins 20 euro or sterling. The jackpot this week will now be 3,800 so pick up an envelope and just for one euro or one pound you could be the next jackpot winner. So ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Open Week

Clones Golf Club will hold their annual Open Week from Saturday 31st May to Sunday 8th June. There will a 3 person team repeater on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June sponsored by Hotel Kilmore Cavan.
Monday 2nd June men’s single stroke sponsored by Feldhues GMBH Clones
Tuesday 3rd June Mixed Foursomes sponsored by Ciaran Smith Rossmore Pro Shop.
Wednesday 4th June men’s single stroke sponsored by Cavan Crystal Design
Thursday 5th June Ladies Day sponsored by Jim & Gaby Kerr. Single stableford 1st and 2nd Prize for ladies and gents.
Friday 6th June men’s fourball better ball sponsored by Morgan McManus
Saturday 7th June men’s single stableford sponsored by Barry, Hickey & Henderson
Sunday 8th June 4 person team sponsored by Conagra Limited.

Best aggregate nett and best aggregate gross sponsored by Creighton Hotel, Clones

We look forward to seeing plenty of visitors, you won’t recognise the place we’ve been renovated and are looking rather splendid.

Clones Ladies

Weekend Away Wonderful

Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna was delighted with the huge success of her weekend away to Rosapenna Donegal. 17 ladies made the trip for the 3 days of golf on the ever changing links course. On the Friday the ladies were keen to familiarise themselves with the course and with the wind blowing a gale in the brilliant sunshine the ladies planned their strategies for the following days competition. However, the next day was a very different animal with hot sunshine and very little wind. Congratulations go to Joy Cassidy, who, feeling very much at home on the Old Tom Morris Course, carded the winning score, in second place was Martha O’Grady and Irene McConkey claimed 3rd spot. Joy and Irene made a repeat performance for the 9-hole Sunday competition and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna got 2nd. The ladies were well and truly pampered with fine dining and dancing, swimming and saunas, rest and relaxation and wonderful luxurious surroundings. Can’t wait for next year ladies!

3 T’s Qualifier

Last Thursday the ladies played in the 3T’s (turning the tide against suicide) charity qualifier where this year the Lady Captain and the ladies club winner will travel to The Slieve Russell along with the men’s winner to play in the regional final. A very delighted and disbelieving Maureen Lynch won the ladies competition with 34 points. Maureen was pleased with her game but was convinced that as she had played well everybody else would have done so too but no-one was quite as good as her on the day. Well done Maureen and enjoy your day at the Slieve! Maureen, having received this great confidence boost to her golf, managed to card 21 points on the front 9 at Rosapenna on Saturday. Great going!

What’s on This Week?

The ladies are playing a single stroke GOY medal DRAW on Thursday May 22nd similarly the following week also single stroke GOY medal DRAW. Best of luck ladies and remember to come along and play in Open Week!

And Finally…….

Reports for the Virginia based Hilton Shield will feature next week along with the Mixed Foursomes held at Cavan on Sunday……..

12th May 2008

Open Weekend Results

The 3 day open stableford competition held over the Bank Holiday weekend was a huge success and attracted visitors from many clubs as well as players from our own club in a bid to win the beautiful furniture generously sponsored by Bank of Ireland (New Ireland) Assurance. Fionnuala McKenna, Lady Captain’s daughter, very kindly approached her employers to secure the sponsorship and Clones Ladies Club are very grateful for her efforts. The winner of the ladies competition with 32 points was Anne McCarthy, Anne was delighted to win as she believed her score would not be enough. In second spot, was a very proud Mary McGuigan, (30 points). This is Mary’s first win in a while. Mary has a great short game and it was a pleasure to see her in action around the greens. Just pipped into third spot on a countback was Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna, who was delighted to receive a prize and regretted that her daughter Fionnuala could not be there in person to present “mum” with her prize.

The men’s competition produced some fantastic scores and claiming first spot was Gary Sexton, one of our newer members, with a fine score of 42 points. Gary made a great acceptance speech acknowledging the warm welcome both he and his wife had received since joining Clones. In second place also with 42 points was Brendan Gilroy and third went to Andrew McMahon with 40 points. Congratulations to all our winners and to everyone who took part.

Granard Cup Results

The ladies played in the Granard Cup Foursomes last Thursday and most found it tough and that the course would not give up a score. The winners of this competition qualify to play in the away leg and with a modest score of 28 points Anne McCarthy and Eileen Kerr will be enjoying their day out later in the year. Well done!

3 T’s on Thursday

The ladies compete in the Turning The Tide against Suicide charity stableford event this coming Thursday 15th May and we urge everyone to support this worthy cause. Ladies please note that the men have booked the timesheet for an hour 3pm to 4pm for the final of the Winter League.

Lady Captain’s Weekend Away

This coming weekend 16th to 18th May Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna will be joined in Rossapenna by 17 ladies who will be looking forward to a weekend of pampering, golf and fine food for the annual weekend away. Enjoy!

Intermediate Match

Clones ladies hosted Cavan last Friday for the 2nd round in the AA Sponsored Intermediate section. Our ladies managed to win two of the matches and will take their best games with them in the return leg in Cavan later this month. Well done to Noleen McCague, Irene McConkey, Eileen Kerr, Doli Maguire and Anne McCarthy. Keep it going girls!

Alpha-Bet

Vincent Gets Hat Trick!

The letters drawn for last week’s Alpha Bet were BHIY and as there were no winners of the 3,600 jackpot it will roll over to 3,700 next week. The 5 lucky dippers were Grace Faulkner Redhills, P Dolan Enniskillen, Vincent Lynch Clones, Margaret Quigley Clones and Megan Murphy C/O Pat Connolly. Well done to them. The monthly seller’s prize draw for €250 was won by Vincent Lynch and the weekly “guess the take” also went to Vincent. So that’s Maureen sorted for her beer money in Rossapenna!

Eugene McDonald Memorial Trophy

The Eugene McDonald Memorial Trophy will be contested by the men this weekend 17th and 18th May. This is a Golfer of the Year competition. Timesheet in operation tel: 047 56017

Winter League Final

The final of the Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League will take place on Thursday 15th May from 3pm. Best of luck to everyone.

Early Warning for Open Week

Clones Golf Club will hold their annual Open Week from Saturday 31st May to Sunday 8th June. There will a 3 person team repeater on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June sponsored by Hotel Kilmore Cavan.
Monday 2nd June men’s single stroke sponsored by Feldhues GMBH Clones
Tuesday 3rd June Mixed Foursomes sponsored by Ciaran Smith Rossmore Pro Shop.
Wednesday 4th June men’s single stroke sponsored by Cavan Crystal Design
Thursday 5th June Ladies Day sponsored by Jim & Gaby Kerr (prize for men also)
Friday 6th June men’s fourball better ball sponsored by Morgan McManus
Saturday 7th June men’s single stableford sponsored by Barry, Hickey & Henderson
Sunday 8th June 4 person team sponsored by Conagra Limited.

Best aggregate nett and best aggregate gross sponsored by Creighton Hotel, Clones

So there you are, no excuses for missing out on this plethora of golfing opportunities in Clones, keep the diary free!

And Finally………………Belated Birthday Greetings

A belated milestone birthday to Mickey Connolly for last Friday!

2nd May 2008

Paddy Gumley Medal Winner

The winner of the Clarke Group sponsored April monthly medal with a fabulous score of 66 nett was Paddy Gumley. Another fine score from Paddy well done. In 2nd spot also with a great score was George Crowe nett 67. The gross winner with 78 went to Patrick McCarville. Congratulations gentlemen.

Juvenile Golf on Tuesdays

Our younger golfers continued to be tutored each Tuesday evening from 7pm and any young aspiring golfers (girls or boys) wishing to take part must pay their €50.00 subscription and register before playing on the course.

Wedges Open Wednesday

The Wedges (or Wednesday Elder Golfers) OPEN competition for gents 55 years and over continue each Wednesday. The competitions are stableford and the best cards will count towards the finals towards the end of the season. Visitors may play for the small sum of €15.00 in these stableford competitions. There are also age categories.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet lotto draw were DRVY and again no winners of the 3,500 jackpot which will roll over to 3,600 next week. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Brendan Kelly Clones, Jim McDermott Scotshouse, Adrian Connolly C/O Skule Inn, Anne Durnien Lisnaskea and Vinny McEntee Redhills. The draw is held every Monday evening in the clubhouse so ask yourself; do your letters look lucky?

Clones Ladies

Fab Score for Irene

Irene McConkey (winner of Section B) had a runaway victory in last weeks’ ladies single stroke GOY Medal with a fantastic 68 nett. Irene has been on the brink of a great score for sometime now and it just had to happen, well done Irene and enjoy your new handicap! The winner of Section A was Mary Trant (15) with 78 nett and Section C was claimed by Eileen Kerr with a nett 82. It’s tough out there at the moment ladies so Irene’s score is particularly note worthy.

Granard Cup Foursomes

The Granard Foursomes will be played on Thursday 8th May so ladies make sure that playing partners and opposites are organised. The following week Thursday 15th May is the 3T’s 18 hole stableford charity competition.

And Finally…..

As we are going to print prior to the Bank Holiday results for the Open Weekend 3rd to 5th May will appear in next week’s issue. Watch this space!

21st April 2008

Pat Fee Wins Deerpark

Wow, what a win to have as your first 18 hole singles victory. If you are gonna do it, do it big! Congratulations to Pat Fee who won the Deerpark Voucher on Sunday last with a stunning nett 64. Pat said “it was a weird day, everything just went right”. Pat managed to par all the par 3’s which went a long way to securing his win. Pat said he found the course very long with the markers right at the back on many on the tee boxes. (They don’t make this competition an easy one to win!) Pat had a few wobbles on the back 9 with a couple of double bogeys and was convinced that he had blown it, but he won by 3 clear shots from 2nd placed Gene McEnroe. The gross went to Gavin Maguire with 82. Well done gentlemen and to everyone who played.

2 Person Scramble

The winners of the 2 person scramble held on 12th and 13th of April were Sean Farmer and Kevin Duffy with nett 60 ¼ and in second place with a good bit of maths required to get the result Leo Herbert and Brendan McBrien with nett 61 ¾ nett ( doesn’t everybody hate working out fractions!) Congratulations gents, great scores.

Qualifiers for Kelly Rahill

The two teams who qualified for the final of the Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League are Captain Mr Paul Fitzpatrick’s team and Gene McEnroe’s team. Next round to be played at agreed date. Good luck to everyone.

Clarke Group Monthly Medal

The Clarke Group sponsored monthly Medal for April will be held on Sunday 27th April. Timesheet in operation so please ring 047 56017.

May Open Weekend

It’s hard to believe that the May Bank Holiday weekend is almost upon us and to keep you occupied so that you won’t have to mow the lawns or paint the fence, you will have the opportunity to play in an open single’s competition(repeater) on Sunday 4th and Monday 5th May. There will be 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed prizes for the gents. Timesheet in operation please ‘phone 047 56017. Visitors €15 and members €10 (only €8 for the repeater). Visitors will be welcomed, why not come along and see the new clubhouse and fantastic locker rooms facilities. There have been big changes in Clones!

Alpha-Bet

Last week’s letters drawn for the 3,300 jackpot were BNTS and there was no winner. The 5 lucky dippers each wining 20 were Declan Mullen C/O Skule Inn, Martin McCusker Maguiresbridge, Michael McQuaid Monaghan, Una McCarra Clones and Michael Flanagan Clones. The jackpot will rollover to 3,400 the draw takes place every Monday so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Juvenile Golf Commences

Calling all Juvenile golfers, registration took place on Tuesday 22nd April and coaching sessions will run each Tuesday evening from 7pm. Please ensure that your €50 subscription has been paid before you play. Members please be aware that these budding new golfers have the tee from 7pm on Tuesday evenings. Thank-you.

Ladies Club

Breffni Shield Results

Elaine Hamilton and Noleen McCague dovetailed beautifully last Thursday and produced the winning score of 70 nett in the Breffni Shield scotch foursomes. Both these ladies are starting the season on a positive note and no doubt we will see more of them in the winner’s enclosure as the year unfolds. The two Irenes (Rooney & McConkey) also made up a nice matching pair complementing each others golf to produce the 2nd placed score of 75 nett. Well done to these ladies who will be invited to play in the final at County Louth Golf Club on Thursday 22nd May.

Clones Pipped in Miele

The first round of the Miele sponsored All Ireland Interclub 4 Ball saw Clones competing against Enniskillen in this exciting simultaneous home and away format. The two Irenes (Rooney & McConkey) were again paired to take on the opposition away in Enniskillen but alas their winning formula eluded them. Rosita McCabe and Mary Trant also played away and had a hard fought nip and tuck battle with the opposition only managing to get ahead once in the match. Rosita hit some amazing drives and managed to sink a raker of a putt on the first to start the winning trail. Both players contributed to the result and Mary & Rosita just stole a win from Enniskillen on the 18th hole. Meanwhile back in Clones Joy Cassidy & Vera Tighe managed to secure a win but the other pairing Catherine Farrell and Elaine Hamilton weren’t so lucky. The ‘phone calls were made after all the matches were in, and the tension could be cut with a knife. With both clubs securing a win away it was down to counting the number of holes and sadly Clones missed out by one hole. However, we all had a great day and wish Enniskillen all the best in the next round. A special thank you to the respective caterers who looked after us so well, Maggie’s Kitchen in Clones and in Enniskillen they have found a real gem of a lassie in their new caterer who excelled on her first day with harsh and hungry critics to satisfy, which she did with a breeze.

What’s On This Week?

This Thursday April 24th is an 18-hole single stroke GOY Medal and the following week Thursday May 1st will also be 18 hole single stroke GOY Medal. Please note that the Ladies Open Day has been postponed to Thursday 24th July.

Ladies & Gents Open Weekend

A note for your diaries for the May Bank holiday weekend. There will be an open competition for both ladies and gents with 3 prizes for each gender. You can play on Sunday 4th May and Monday 5th May in this repeater. Visitors fee €15 and members €10 (€8 for repeater). If you haven’t been to Clones for a while you will be amazed at the transformation of the clubhouse, locker rooms and the course. Come along and enjoy the Clones Experience. Time sheet in operation tel: 047 56017

And finally…………….

A big thank-you to Joy Cassidy and Irene Rooney for the informative evening held last Tuesday week. There was a great turnout of ladies, especially our new members and a good buzz about the place. Topics covered were etiquette on the course and the new handicap system with the main change being that your handicap can be increased as soon after the competition as the handicap secretary can manage to get the results, so you don’t have to wait until the end of the month any more and any scores from open days away at other clubs must be returned to your home club for handicap purposes. Also Ladies please be aware of any local rules e.g. placing, teeing up etc. These can change week by week and you must check the notices before you play.

14th April 2008

Deerpark on Sunday

The men will be competing in the Deerpark this coming Sunday 20th April and with the timesheet full, competitors are requested to be in good time for their tee-time to ensure the smooth running of this competition. Good luck to everyone. You can see the full time sheet on www.clonesgolfclub.com

Kelly Rahill Winter League

The qualifying teams are listed on our web site together with the individual matchplay draws. The deadline dates for these matches is Friday 18th April. Matches to be played off white markers. Best of luck gents.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha-Bet were FIOU and there were no winners of the 3,100 jackpot. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Brian Curran Clones, Anthony McManus Lisnaskea, Adrian Connolly C/O Skule Inn, Adrian Treanor Clones and John Duffy Clones. The jackpot rolls over to 3,200 so, do your letters look lucky?

Ulster Cup Match

The men compete in the Ulster Cup match this Saturday 19th April in Clones timesheet reserved 12.30pm until 2pm

Ladies Club

Stableford Suits Anne

Last week’s ladies 18 hole stableford competition was won with an excellent score of 36 points by Anne McCarthy (23) in Section A (0-23) well done Anne. Section B (24-36) was won by Noleen McCague (27) with 27 points. Noleen is really playing great golf since her return, having also won her match in Scrabo last week. Well done Noleen. The Clones ladies have obviously rattled the Scrabo team as they sent two of their ladies down on Sunday last, for a sneaky peek and practice round in Clones. Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna called to the club in the hope of playing and was nabbed to show the ladies the course. Hope you didn’t tell them all the secrets Lady Captain!!

Breffni Shield

This Thursday the ladies are competing in the Breffni Shield scotch foursomes. Ladies you need to contact playing partners and opposites. This is a great format where both players drive off and you then choose the better placed drive and play alternate shots thereon. The winners will have the opportunity of travelling to play in the finals at Louth Golf Club.

Miele Sponsored All Ireland Interclub Fourball

Clones will start their bid to progress in this exciting format of competition on Saturday 19th April against Enniskillen. Four Clones ladies will travel to Enniskillen to play against four Enniskillen ladies and simultaneously the corresponding match will be played in Clones. Best of luck ladies!

GOY Medal

The next GOY Medal stroke takes place on Sunday 20th April and Thursday 24th April. Those ladies wishing to play on Sunday please check availability on the timesheet as the men are playing the Deerpark. Times should be available after 4pm.

Ladies Open Day

Ladies please note that the Ladies Open Day scheduled for this month has been postponed until Thursday 24th July. The weather should be warmer and the evenings longer, so please make a note of the change.

31st March 2008

Kelly Rahill League Finals

The Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League has now produced the 8 qualifying teams (please see www.clonesgolfclub.net for details) who will play 18 hole single stroke on Sunday 6th April. Tee reserved from 12 until 2pm. This qualifying round can be played alongside the weekly competition. The 3 best cards from each team will count and the players will go on to play in a matchplay event the following weekend. It is anticipated that the final will be played on Sunday 27th April.

Deerpark Voucher

This year’s Deerpark Voucher will be played on Sunday 20th April and if you wish to be included in the draw, which will take place on 10th April, please make sure you are added to the list in the men’s locker room.

Monthly Medal for Leo

The March Monthly medal played on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th March was won by Leo Herbert with a fantastic score of 66 nett. In 2nd place with 69 nett was Georgie Pugh. The gross went to Seamus Keenan.

J P Moloney Memorial Cup

The prestigious J P Moloney Memorial Cup will be contested this weekend Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th April. Please be aware that the timesheet has been booked for various matchplay competitions for an hour or so, on both days. Telephone the clubhouse 047 56017 to check availability and book your tee time.

Alpha-Bet

Last week’s letters drawn for the Alpha-Bet jackpot of 2,900.00 were NUXY. There were no jackpot winners but the 5 lucky dippers, each winning 20 euro/Stg. were Sean Shiels Cootehill, Tom Kelly Clones, Paul Fitzpatrick Ballybay, Jim Monahan Clones and Anne-Marie Hickey Clonmore. Congratulations to them now, ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Club

Ladies Information Evening

The ladies are requested to attend the clubhouse on Tuesday 8th April at 8.30pm for a very important information evening which will cover the new rules, handicaps and etiquette of the game. The information which will be imparted is vital for the fair and right playing of the game of golf and it would be in everyone’s interest to attend, new members, old members indeed all lady members. Don’t worry ladies we’ll have a bit of a party after!

First GOY/Medal

The first Golfer of the Year stroke Medal take place this week Thursday 3rd April, over the 18 holes. Remember ladies at the moment there is placing “through the green” and teeing up on holes 6 to 14. Please check locker room for future local rulings.

Joy for Joy

Last week’s 18 hole stableford competition played on Sunday 23rd March and Thursday 27th March was won with a fine score of 36 points by Joy Cassidy claiming top prize in Section A. Section B was won by Irene McConkey with 31 points. Well done ladies. Next week’s 18 hole stableford competition can be played on either Sunday 6th April or Thursday 10th April.

Interclub Matchplay

The first of the interclub matchplay events takes place on Saturday 5th April with Clones ladies hosting Warrenpoint. There will be a warm welcome with tea and a chat from 11.30am. Tee off at 12.30 to 1.30pm. We wish the best of luck to Brid Finlay’s team.

And Finally…………..

The latest information, results and forthcoming events can be found on our website, which is updated daily on www.Clonesgolfclub.com. or telephone the clubhouse on 047 56017.

25th March 2008

Clones Ladies Golf News

Spring League Results

Congratulations to  The winning team -

Law & Order

Mary Trant

Elaine Hamilton

Doli Maguire Score 261

Teresa Fitzpatrick

Gemma Mc Mahon

Lorraine Brady


Runners Up -

The Bridge Brigade

Vera Tighe

Mary Mc Guigan

Maureen Lynch

Mary Douglas Score 257

Myrtle Chambers

C. Brady

10th March 2008

Last weeks Alpha-Bet No's

V.I.S.X next weeks Jackpot €2700.00

Results of Spring League

Law & Order

Elaine Hamilton 20pts

Lorraine Brady 17pts Total 189

Teachers Pet

Joy Cassidy 18pts Total 152

Blow Inn's

Eileen Kerr 17pts

Irene Mc Conkey 16pts Total 170

Bridge Brigade

Mary Dougal 17pts

Vera Tighe 16pts Total 178

Results of Sweep

Section A Ann Mc Carthy 19pts

Section B Elaine Hamilton 18pts

25th February 2008

McKeown Wins “Rollover” Week

Congratulations to Paddy McKeown, the winner of Week 6 of the Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League with a magnificent score of 38 points for the 14 holes. Due to the extreme fog last weekend it was felt necessary to accommodate the “Sunday” golfers by extending the competition for a further week. Paddy took full advantage of the green roller brought in by the Course Convenor last Wednesday to make 4 birdies, 2 bogeys and 8 pars to score his 38 points off a handicap of 10. The benefits of rolling the greens were there for all to see and enjoy. Please keep the greens looking and playing great by mending those pitch marks.

Spare a thought for the 2nd placed Martin Carey 37 points who played the previous week in normal conditions. Had Martin putted on rolled Masters’ type greens, who knows what he could have scored. There will be a prize for Martin to acknowledge his magnificent score.

From Tucson to Texas

Having marvelled at Tiger strutting his stuff in the desert, it was time to play some serious sport in the clubhouse last Saturday night. Colm McMahon expertly organised our Texas hold ‘em poker night presided over by Shane Bonner and Raymond Hickey Jnr. There was a huge turnout for this popular event. Shane and Raymond gave a fabulous pre-tournament instruction course to the uninitiated, and then it was down to business. In an exciting climax to the evening, Sheriff Willie Lithgo shot down gunslinger Gerry Trant with the last turn of the final card to claim the spoils.

Alpha-Bet

Last week’s letters for the Alpha-Bet jackpot of 2,400 were VFNP and with no winners the jackpot rolls over to 2,500 (euro/stg). The five lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Brian Conlon Newbliss, James Connolly Scotshouse, Gerald Lynch Clones, Samantha Bradford Swanns Cross and Annie Rose Ward Lisnaskea. Congratulations to them. Now ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Spring League

The ladies are taking their 9-hole stableford competition very seriously and are keen to support their team mates in this exciting League. In a dramatic turnaround from last week Law & Order have climbed another place and are just 1 point behind the Bridge Brigade who are on 112 points. Elaine Hamilton scored a magnificent 22 points with Doli Maguire bolstering the team’s score with a brilliant 19 points for Law & Order. The Dynamic Duo did it again for Bridge Brigade with Vera Tighe carding 19 points and Marie Douglas 17. Close behind in 3rd spot are The Blow Ins with 109 points and the week’s top scorers for the team were Eileen Kerr 19 points and Irene McConkey 17. Holding up the table with 97 points are Teacher’s Pets. Well done to Irene Rooney 16 points and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna who wasn’t going to return her card, good job she did because it was a counting card. There is no clear winning team yet so ladies give it all you’ve got for the remaining 3 weeks.

And Finally…………..

Martin Taylor, Secretary is looking forward to receiving all your suggestions for naming the holes on the course. There have been a few suggestions already so if you have any ideas please submit them in writing to Martin as soon as possible.

18th February 2008

 Drive-In, a Foggy Memory!

Last Sunday dawned with anticipation for the new Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna both hoping they would manage a great drive to mark the start of their respective captaincies. A 9-hole stableford competition was scheduled to mark the occasion, but as the day unfolded it was clear that the fog wouldn’t clear! Only the brave or foolish few headed for the 1st Tee, but what an experience it was. The teamwork was fantastic in the less than ideal playing conditions. With visibility down to a few yards at times we were all reliant on calls of “fairway clear on 2nd” and “green clear on 3rd”. It was an eerie fog bound muffled round of golf which ensured all shots were straight and yardages worked out by the book. The winner of the Captain’s Drive In 9-hole Stableford could obviously play in the dark, despite the lack of visibility Paul Clerkin managed to card 24 points. Well done Paul a great score. In 2nd spot was Gabriel Brady with 21 points.

President Mr. Paul Flynn mindful of the failing light and the thickening fog, got proceedings under way for the drive in and gathered the expectant crowd outside whilst a few posed photographs of the dignitaries were taken, the champagne cork was popped and Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick was invited to make his drive, and what a screamer it was fired long and low into the dense fog. Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna took her stance and with a deep breath made her swing and hit an absolute cracker of a drive to much applause and cheers from the crowd, the Captains were officially welcomed into office by the appreciative crowd.

Kelly Rahill Winter League

Due to the inclement weather on Sunday 17th Week 6 of the Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League (14 hole stableford) has been extended up until Sunday 24th February. Those who have already participated in Week 6 may do so again and the better of their two scores will be recorded. Week 7 on the Winter League will commence on Monday 25th February.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn for last week were AMSU but the 2,300 jackpot didn’t go and will rollover to 2,400. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Gerry Trant Clones, Declan Croarkin Smithboro, Eamonn Kelly Clones, Fergal Hanna Brookeborough, and Mark & Raymond Redills. Congratulations to them, have ago you never know, ask yourself do your letters look lucky?

Easter Hamper Raffle

There is a beautiful hamper on display at the bar and tickets for the draw are now on sale for this sumptuous Easter basket.

Texas Hold ‘Em

This Saturday February 23rd from 9pm in the clubhouse, there will be a fun poker night Texas Hold ‘Em. Come along and try your hand with the cards, practice your best “poker face” and win the chips!

Ladies Spring League

The Ladies 9-hole stableford Spring League has certainly inspired the ladies to put in the best performance they can to support their teams and the scores have been incredible so far. Week one saw The Bridge Brigade surge ahead with team captain Vera Tighe carding 19 points and Marie Douglas 20 points The two best scores from The Blow Ins were from Anne McCarthy 19 and Rosita McCabe 18, in 3rd spot were Teacher’s Pets with team captain Joy Cassidy posting 15 points and Lady Captain Noreen McKenna 17 points. In last place were Law & Order with team captain Mary Trant carding 16 points and Teresa Fitzpatrick 15 points. After week 2, The Bridge Brigade are still in number one spot with the dynamic due Vera Tighe and Marie Douglas carding their team’s best scores 19 and 18 respectively. The Blow Ins are still 2nd with Eileen Kerr and Rosita McCabe top scorers with 19 and 17 points respectively. In a dramatic turnaround and a fantastic score of 21 points from Doli Maguire, Law & Order are now in 3rd spot. Elaine Hamilton also did her bit with 18 points. Teacher’s Pets are bringing up the rear despite fabulous scoring from Martha O’Grady 19 and Irene Rooney 17. So to summarise Bridge Brigade 76 points, Blow Ins 73 points, Law & Order 70 Points and Teacher’s Pets 68. All to play for and only another 4 weeks to go.

Congratulations Noreen

 Wow! what a fabulous drive Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna managed to pull out of the hat to mark her “drive-in moment” witnessed by friends, club members and particularly daughter Fionnoula who drove all the way from Dublin in the fog to be there to witness Mum’s moment. The ladies club wish Noreen a very successful year and if you keep driving the ball like that, you’ll be in the prizes this year!

And Finally……………

I’ll Name that Hole in One!

When people are in the clubhouse discussing a round of golf they often confuse each other as to which holes they are talking about. Typical comments would be “the old fifth” or “the first new hole” or “the one after the two in the field”. Such references make no sense and are incomprehensible to most people particularly visitors so we are seeking suggestions as to what each hole might be called. Some suggestions have been circulated in the clubhouse but if you have any ideas please submit them to Secretary Martin Taylor.

11th February 2008

Sunday Drive In

This Sunday 17th February Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna will take centre stage on the first tee at 4.30pm for their Drive In to officially mark the beginning of their captaincies. To honour Captain and Lady Captain there will be a 3 person team stableford competition over the “old 9” on Saturday and Sunday which can be played in conjunction with the respective men’s winter league and ladies spring league. We wish Paul & Noreen a very happy, successful and enjoyable 2008.

Dominic Dominates

The individual best score from week 5 of the men’s Kelly Rahill & Co. sponsored Winter League was carded by Dominic Curran with an impressive 39 points. Well done Dominic and to everyone who is supporting this competition. Remember there are two further qualifying places for the best teams from the latter 3 weeks of the competition, just to keep you focused!

Alpha-Bet Lotto

Last week’s jackpot of 2,200 euro or stg. was surely bound to go with the letters DFNG being pulled out the bag but no, it would appear that we are choosing the unusual letters following the recent unlikely jackpot winning letters which included X & Z! The 5 lucky dippers each wining 20 euro/stg. were Lorraine Coyle C/O D. Coyle, Nichola Anderson Newbliss, Mary Rafferty Connons, Mary Lennon Clones and Josephine Condon Liskaskea. Congratulations to them and with the jackpot set out 2,300 euro/stg. this week, ask yourself…….Do your letters look lucky?

Texas Hold ‘Em

There will be a rip roarin’ night on Saturday 23rd February when the rootin’ tootin’ Texas hold ‘em players hit town. Come along for a great night’s craic and try your hand at poker. The tables will be set up for 9pm so don’t be late or you’ll miss the chips!

Ladies League

There was an incredible turnout for the first week of the ladies spring league, well done ladies, the clubs were dusted off early this year! Although there are no official scores ready for publication yet, there is talk of 20 and 21 points so great scoring! It’s not too late to join the league if you aren’t on a team yet, indeed we are delighted to welcome two of our new recruits from the summer coaching sessions onto the teams and they each carded respectable scores on Sunday. Well done Lorraine Brady and Caroline Bailey. Also another of our new ladies played exceptionally well on Sunday, carding 16 points, brilliant! Each team now have 6 players and each week the best 2 scores from each team will count for the league. Ladies you can play as many times as you wish, go on, do it for the team!

Dancing Back

Ladies (and gents if you would like to come along) the Salsa dancing classes recommence on Tuesday 19th February at 7pm sharp we only have 5 weeks left to perfect those snake hip moves and nifty footwork.

Good Luck Noreen

The ladies club wish Mrs. Noreen McKenna the best of luck for Sunday for her drive-in and indeed also to Captain Paul Fitzpatrick. Ladies please show your support by being on the 1st Tee at 4.30pm on Sunday 17th February. There will be a 3 person team stableford “old 9” competition on Saturday and Sunday (which you can play alongside the League) to honour of the two Captains.

Deposit Due for Rossapenna

Those ladies going to Rossapenna on May 16th must have their deposits paid on Sunday at the Captains’ drive in please.

And Finally………….

It’s great to hear people mentioning the superb condition of the course, the splendid changes to the clubhouse and the buzz in the club welcoming our new members following the successful golf lesson sessions back in the summer. We are delighted so many ladies are joining and we hope everyone will make them feel as relaxed and welcome as possible. Remember it can be scary our there if you are new!

4th February 2008

Seamus Snatches Victory

Week 4 of the Kelly Rahill & Co. sponsored men’s Winter League again produced fine scoring in difficult conditions during the week and over the weekend, with hurricane force winds on Saturday and sleet showers on Sunday. Congratulations go to the individual winner Seamus McKiernan who was one of the last players on the course on Sunday. Seamus snatched victory from the leading 35 points scorer already in the clubhouse, with a magnificent 38 points. Well done Seamus. The team scores are showing early signs of which teams are set to qualify for the final playoffs, BUT do not be disheartened if your team is not up there with the big scores yet, there will be a further 2 teams to qualify from those teams with the best scores from the final 3 weeks of the competition. So don’t give up, give it your best shot!

The table quiz was a great success last Saturday night with Mickey Dowds in the chair challenging the teams with a good mix of questions. Congratulations to the winning team of Liam & Gay Quigley with Hugo & Marie Clerkin. In 2nd place were Paddy & Martina McKeown with Colm & Fiona McCormack. Well done to everyone who took part and a special thank you to Mickey Dowds for giving up his time to be question master. The next social event will take place on February 23rd (and not 16th) which will be the Texas Hold ‘Em Poker night, so come along and try your luck at the tables.

Alpha-Bet

The letters for last week’s Alpha-Bet were JQKD for the 2,100 jackpot, but alas no winners. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Brendan Kelly Clones, T. Clarke C/O Ben Toals, Eamonn Dolan Lisnaskea, Hugo Maguire Cumber and Michael Campbell Clones. Well done to them! The jackpot rolls over to 2,200 so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky? Did you know that if you are the ticket seller of any of the weekly lucky dipper winners you are entered into a draw for the monthly sellers prize and a chance to win 250 so the more you sell the bigger your chances of winning that sellers prize and congratulations go to Vincent Lynch you won last month’s sellers prize.

The Elusive 2 Ronnies

We have at last managed to get The Two Ronnies to pose for photographs following victories in the 3 person team over the festivities. Ronnie Flanagan featured in the winning team and the second placed team along with Jim Monaghan and Fintan Flynn (Team 1) and Ivor Lendrum and Anthony Tate. The photographs show The Two Ronnies along with team mates and Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick at a recent presentation evening.

Ladies Spring League

The ladies Spring League is now underway and the teams are: (A) Mary Trant, Elaine Hamilton, Doli Maguire, Teresa Fitzpatrick and Gemma McMahon. (B) Joy Cassidy, Martha O’Grady, Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna, Irene Rooney and Josie Curran with Veronica McGorman (sub). (C) Catherine Farrrell, Eileen Kerr, Rosita McCabe (or Roberta to her friends!), Ann McCarthy and Beatrice Crudden (sub) and (D) Vera Tighe, Mary McGuigan, Maureen Lynch, Marie Douglas and Myrtle Chambers. Ladies you can play in this 9-hole “old course” stableford competition as often as you wish each week and with whomever you like. The best 2 cards from each team will count towards the team score. Go on, do it for the team!

Dancing On Hold

The Salsa Dancing classes will recommence on Tuesday 19th February as the instructor will be away. Ladies keep those moves going in the meantime and if any gentlemen would like to join the class please come along it’s great fun.

And Finally………

A big get well soon to Brid Finlay who has just had a bionic knee fitted. We all wish her a speedy recovery and hope to see her back playing golf soon.

28th January 2008

Maxwell’s Moment

The Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League is now into it’s 4th week and is proving a real draw, as no one wants to let their team down by not playing. The course is standing up particularly well and whilst most acknowledge it is playing shorter than usual, the scoring is still quite fantastic. The individual score winning week 3 came from John Maxwell with a score, that most of us would be happy with for 18 holes let alone the 14 holes which the competition is covering. Well done John, 39 points, some shooting!

Ace Maguire

Gavin Maguire recorded his very first hole in one on Saturday whilst playing in the Winter League, at the par 3 third. Well done Gavin and may you have many more! The brandy was lovely!

Table Quiz Saturday

Clones Golf Club is holding a Table Quiz in the clubhouse at 8pm on Saturday February 2nd. The one and only quizmaster Mickey Dowds will be in the chair and everyone is welcome to come along. It should prove to be a lively and entertaining evening’s craic. Future events include Texas Hold ‘em 16th February and race night on 5th April.

Alpha Bet

The letters for last week’s Alpha Bet Draw for 2,000 were VALQ but there were no winners. The five lucky dippers each winning 20 were Fiona Hughes Corraskea, Pamela Coyle C/O D. Coyle, Bernard Casey Crossreagh Newbliss, Adrian Connolly C/O Skule Inn and Jenny Maguire C/O Doli Maguire. Well done to them. So get your envelopes in for this week’s draw and ask yourself, do your letters look lucky??

Captains’ Drive In

Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Mrs. Noreen McKenna will take to the fist tee for their inaugural drive-in to officially launch their captaincies for the coming season on Sunday February 17th at 4.30pm. Let’s get a nice big crowd there to wish them both well. Put it in your diaries now!

Launch of Ladies League

The Ladies usually start playing single 9-hole competitions at this time of the year but as a change; will be playing in their own Spring League. The teams have been drawn and are listed in the locker room. The 9-hole stableford competition starts on Thursday 31st January and the best 2 cards each week in each team will count towards the final score. Ladies remember you can play whenever you like (once only) and with whomever you like. Do it for the team!

Lady Captain’s Weekend Away

As you are aware, Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna’s weekend away will be in Rossapenna this year and 50 euro deposit will be collected to secure your place for the weekend away at the forthcoming drive-in on Sunday February 17th. So if you wish to go on the 3 day trip please put your name on the list in the locker room to avoid disappointment.

Save the Last Dance……..

The ladies were delighted to see a couple of men had turned up for the dance class last Tuesday evening, and looked forward to seeing these gents show some saucy salsa moves. Sadly, the gents were only in house as they had golf club administration to do and they soon made a hasty exit when the music started! Ah well maybe next week! Dancing continues for another 5 weeks from 7pm to 8pm, dance those winter blues away!

21st January 2008

 Darren Week 2 Winner

Week 2 of the Kelly Rahill & Co. sponsored men’s Winter League over 14 holes, was again well supported and thankfully the weather was good at the weekend and attracted a big crowd to the course, including many visiting greenfees on Saturday in particular. We are delighted that so many golfers are coming to enjoy the fabulous facilities at Clones Golf Club. Timesheet can be booked on 047 56017. Anyway back to the matter in hand! The winning individual score indeed came from Saturday’s play and young gun Darren McMahon carded a fantastic 36 points beating 5 others on a countback with a one over last 9 holes. Well done Darren.

Jackpot Winner!

The Alpha-bet jackpot of 6,100.00 was won last week by Colum McKenna of Drumgoast, Smithboro with the unlikely letters A,K,X,Z. The winning ticket was sold by Vincent Lynch who has been responsible for selling 3 of the last 4 jackpot winning envelopes! So if you see a silver haired gentleman passing amongst the throng at your local hostelry, be sure to stop him and buy a lotto, yes Vincent is one of Clones Golf Club’s roving ticket sellers. The five lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg were Dermot Kearns Annaghghane, Sheila Rice c/o Frank’s Bar Lisnaskea, Julie Montgomery c/o Frank’s Bar Lisnaskea, Mary McPhillips Scotshouse and Niall Connolly Coleman Island. Well done to them! Now ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Time is running out and you only have a few more days to avail of the monthly Direct Debit to pay this year’s subscription. The Direct Debit forms can be collected from the bar in the clubhouse and MUST be with the Treasurer Mr. Gerard Kelly before the end of January to avail of this method of payment. New members please contact 047 56017

Last Monday saw the Arnmore Alliance ladies in Clones for their monthly winter gathering. The Clones ladies were great hosts supplying homebaked scones and cakes along with plenty of tea and coffee to get the ladies nicely satiated before heading onto the course. Our visitors were suitably impressed by the extensive changes to the clubhouse and in particular were extremely grateful for the wonderful warmth upon their return to the clubhouse having done battle in rather inclement mizzle which turned into heavier downpours. However the ladies spirits were high as they eagerly awaited the results and the winning score of 33 points was enough for Angela McBride of Mannan to claim first place beating Phil O’Reilly from Cavan, on a countback. 3rd place went to Mary Malone of Cavan with 32 points. The category prizes went to Rita O’Loughlin (0-19) from Mannan also with 32 points C/B. Category 20-28 went to Clones lass Elaine Hamilton with 32 points and another Clones lady Eileen Kerr claimed the 29-36 category with 28 points. Clones also won the front 9 with a magnificent 19 points carded by Vera Tighe and an equally impressive score of 18 points claimed the back 9 for Kay O’Gorman from Cavan. Well done ladies and the Arnmore Alliance are looking forward to their next outing on Monday 18th February at Headfort details in ladies locker room.

Ladies it’s your last chance to get your names on the list for this year’s Spring League. There will be a draw for teams of 5 with a mix of handicap ranges. This 9 hole competition will run on a weekly basis with the best 2 scores from the team each week to count. You can play any day and with whomever you wish BUT remember you will be playing for the honour of your team! League starts on Thursday 31st January.

The first dance class last Tuesday evening was a great success with 17 eager participants arriving at the clubhouse ready to be shown all the right moves and Soni our wonderful teacher did a great job to get even the most uncoordinated of us into a rhythmic dance routine. It was great exercise and great fun. Just what you need to lift the spirits on a miserable January evening! So if you fancy joining us on Tuesday evenings from 7pm to 8pm (yes you’ll be home in time for Desperate Housewives!) there are only seven sessions left (€10 per week). AND men are welcome too!!

14th January 2008

Despite the inclement weather, early morning frost, pea soup fog and torrential rain the course stood up to the test and produced great scoring for the first week of the Kelly Rahill sponsored Winter League. 29 Teams have entered this popular competition and there was a great turn out for the first week. There were no less than 7 players with 34 points and Martin Collins won the week one singles best score on a countback. Congratulations to him. Also congratulations to our resident weather man for calling the forecast for Sunday, he got it spot on!

There was no Alpha Bet player in a purple patch last week. The jackpot of 6,000.00 euro/Stg. wasn’t won. The letters were MAUV! The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/Stg. were Derek McLaughlin Clones, Enda McCluskey Smithboro, Percy Keating Newtownbutler, Sarah Cassidy Clones and Michelle Connolly Clones. Well done to them. The jackpot rolls over to 6,100.00 it’s only 1 euro/stg. to play. If you play in Sterling you win in Sterling! So, ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

You should have by now received your annual subscription letter seeking payment before 31st January 2008. You can still avail of the Direct Debit facility, to enable you to pay monthly, if you collect the relevant form from the Clubhouse immediately. These forms MUST be with the Treasurer before the end of January. New members are welcome to apply please telephone 047 56017 for further details

The ladies club will be starting a Spring League from 31st January. The competition will consist of teams of 5 ladies of varying handicap ranges with 2 cards to count each week. Please put your name on the list in the locker room as soon as possible so that the draw for teams can be done.

Yes ladies it’s that time of the year again when we prepare to field teams for the interclub matchplays. Again we require names to be put on the list in the locker room as soon as possible. Brid Finlay is the non playing Captain of the lower handicap ladies, Doli Maguire will Captain the intermediate team and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna is proud to Captain the junior team. So come on ladies let’s represent our club with pride and really support our team captains.

Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna has arranged for her weekend away to take place in Rossapenna this year from Friday 16th May to Sunday 18th May. The cost for this wonderful weekend of golf and pampering will be €285 (2 B&B & unlimited golf) and Lady Captain will be collecting names at her drive in which is coming up next month.

Clones Golf Club are hosting Salsa dancing classes on Tuesday evening 7pm to 8pm so come along and dance away those winter blues! For further details please contact Anne McCarthy 042 974 1587

7th January 2008

The Two Ronnies

It wouldn’t have been Christmas without the two Ronnies making an appearance over the festive period and Clones Golf Club indeed had 2 Ronnies featured in the winner’s enclosure of the semi open team of 3! Ronnie Flanagan together with Jim Monaghan and Fintan Flynn posted a brilliant score of 80 points to win this 7 day repeater. Ronnie Flanagan also featured in the 2nd placed team with Ivor Lendrum and Anthony Tate carding 79 points Well done the Two Ronnies! In third spot also with a fine score was Joe Curran, D. Curran and Paudie Folie. Congratulations to all the prize winners and thank you to everyone who took part to make this such a successful competition.

The Kelly Rahill & Co. Limited Winter League is now well under way having started on Monday 7th January. This popular team competition will run on a weekly basis with a singles winner to be announced each week. Gentlemen please read the notices in the locker room regarding changes to the course and rulings on placing etc.

The Pub League will commence shortly (provisionally 21st January) so get your teams entered and fly the flag for your local hostelry. It’s only €75 to enter a team of 5, best 3 cards to count each week, stableford scoring format GUI handicaps required. A great opportunity to play a magnificent course and experience the luxurious new clubhouse facilities. Please contact Mickey 086 384 0579 for further details. Members please note this competition can be played alongside the Winter League.

Last weekend’s fourball betterball was very well supported and with the course in such fine condition it was no wonder that the scores were so good for the 14 hole competition. The winners with 38 points were George Crowe and Joe McCann, well done gentlemen. In 2nd place were Naill Murphy and Marty Carey with 36 points. Congratulations to them.

The Alpha-Bet lotto draw continues every Monday evening in the clubhouse and with the jackpot hitting 6,000 this week you really do have to ask yourself, do your letters look lucky? Remember if you play in sterling, you win in sterling and even if there is no jackpot winner, 5 lucky dippers will be selected and each will win 20 euro/Stg. There is also a monthly seller’s prize of 250 so the more you sell the better chance you have of winning! You can pick up a lotto envelope wherever you see the Alpha Bet Lotto posters.

The ladies of the Arnmore Alliance will be welcomed at Clones Golf Club on Monday 14th January timesheet 9.30am to 11.30am. There will be prizes galore for categories, two 9’s and overall winners. So ladies of the Alliance come along and enjoy the superb new facilities at Clones Golf Club, the magnificent course and the warm welcome that is Clones Golf Club. Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna is looking forward to welcoming all our visiting ladies and indeed our own Clones ladies for this day of competition and camaraderie.

Ladies please note that the new first two holes 1 and 2 are being rested for a few weeks so the 1st will revert to a par 3 and the 15th will be the tantalizing uphill par 3. Enjoy!

Are you in the mood for dancing? Then come along to the Salsa classes starting on Tuesday 15th January 7pm until 8pm. Dance away the winter blues and get your bodies supple and ready for the start of the golf season. These classes will run for 8 weeks and are a snip at €80.00 (€10 per week). Ladies and gents welcome, come along and shake your booty! For further details contact Anne McCarthy 042 974 1587

If you haven’t seen the changes to the clubhouse yet, get yourselves out there and enjoy the transformation! Francie Lynch and his team are doing a fantastic job and we applaud them.

2nd January 2008

Clones Golf Club are delighted to announce that membership can now be paid by monthly Direct Debit and the forms required to be completed are available at the bar now. If you wish to choose this option to pay your annual subscription your completed form must be with the Treasurer before the end of January. Clones Golf Club now boasts a newly refurbished clubhouse along with a fine course which is playable all year round. New members are also invited to apply for membership. Tel 047 56017

Peter’s Pride

A very proud Peter McGeough collected the Christmas Hamper at the presentation evening just before Christmas along with turkey winners featured in the pictures.

Gentlemen, the Winter League commences on Monday January 7th and names should be entered on the team sheet in the locker room as soon as possible. The Pub League will also be underway shortly with the best 3 cards each week from team of 5. This competition can be played in conjunction with the Winter League.

We have 2 weeks results to announce. Week 17th December the letters were FUTD, no jackpot winners and the 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Des Connolly Smithboro, Martin Fee Lisnaskea, Colm Connolly Clones, Eddy Sherry Clones and Helen Connolly Clones. The next draw was 1st January and the letters drawn for the jackpot were BLWX and again no winners. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Ann Geoghegan Altertate, Stephen McCaffrey Lisnaskea, Harry Connolly C/O Skule Inn, Peter McClave Clones and K. Clerkin Clones. Well done to all our winners and congratulations to Fred Meehan who won the sellers prize for December.

It was with sadness and regret that we heard of the passing of former Club Secretary Mr. Peter McGrane recently. Peter was secretary of Clones Golf Club for many years. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.

Clones Golf Club are delighted to host this month’s Ladies Alliance on Monday 14th January 9.30 am to 11.30 am. So ladies come along and enjoy the fabulous new facilities in the clubhouse, the wonderful course and the usual friendly welcome that is Clones Golf Club.

17th December

Festive Semi-Open

Clones Golf Club are holding a semi-open 3 person team from December 26th 2007 until New Years Day (and not 21st Jan as erroneously reported last week!) This 7-day long repeater will be the just the thing to get you away from the repeats on TV and slouching on the sofa and give you the opportunity of showing off that shiny new club that Santa brought you! Timesheet in operation Tel: 047 56017

Peter McGeough was one of 3 men scoring a magnificent 33 points in the 14 hole stableford Christmas Hamper competition last week. Peter claims this wonderful prize on a countback. Second place goes to Tom McQuillan and third was Brendan Allen. Well done gents. The presentation takes place this Sunday 23rd December at 6pm along with the turkeys and Mary Logue’s Christmas Mega Draw.

Gentlemen, there will be a four ball better ball competition on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th January 2008 and the Winter League starts on Monday January 7th 2008, so please get your teams sorted as soon as possible and add them to the list in the locker room

When the letters were pulled out of the bag last week, everyone assembled thought that there would be a winner of the 5,700 euro/stg. jackpot, but again no one had chosen SDKG as their letters. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Jack McBride Smithboro, Shaun Treacy Lisnaskea, Liam McLaughlin Monaghan, Michael Cadden Hibernian Hotel and Noel Maguire Knocks. Congratulations to them! The jackpot rolls over to 5,800 euro/ stg. this week, so ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

The new Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna attended her first official duty last Thursday which was to be the presentation of Turkey vouchers to the lucky ladies who carded scores in the previous few weeks. Now as the clubhouse was in the middle of being painted, (well done to all the lads!) the ladies were invited to make their presentation in the recently finished men’s locker room! So imagine the scene, Lady Captain proudly welcoming the small but appreciative crowd and congratulating the Turkey winners………………in the men’s locker room and the only refreshment was Swiss chocolate brought in by Anne to keep the girls going! It will be the one night that Lady Captain remembers most! The winners of Section A (0-20) were Vera Tighe (18) with a magnificent 20 points, 2nd Mary Trant (15) with 18 points beating Marie Douglas (18) also with 18 points into 3rd spot.

Section B (21-28) winners were 1st Anne McCarthy (23) with 18 points, 2nd Irene McConkey (27) also with 18 points and in 3rd spot Martha O’Grady (28) with 15 points. Section C (29-36) was won by a very surprised and delighted Kathleen Leonard (32) with 16 points, 2nd Doli Maguire (29) with 15 points and 3rd Lady Vice Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick (36) with 13 points. Well done ladies and now we all know where to go to get fed over the festivities!

President Mr. Paul Flynn, Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna would like to wish all members of Clones Golf Club and their families and friends, a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year……And a special festive greeting to all our weekly report readers, especially the Maguire family in San Diego, USA, Happy Holidays!

10th December

Yes boys and girls, the big fella will be paying an early visit to Clones Golf Club on Sunday 16th December at 3pm. So Mums & Dads, if you would like the elves to pack a wee pressie on the sleigh for your little darlings, please add their name, gender and age to the list in the golf club as soon as possible. There will be fun and games and food and dancing for the little people and parents are welcome to stay and join in the fun!

Last week’s letters in the Alpha-Bet Lotto were SOKU and as no one picked these as their letters the jackpot will rollover to 5,700 stg/euro. The lucky dippers each winning 20 stg/euro were Mary Magee Clones, Liam McDermott c/o Bennies, Janet McGuigan Clones, Dolores Reihill Lisnaskea and Damien Lynch Latton. Well done to them. If you would like a chance to win the jackpot this week, pick up an envelope at any of the outlets showing the Alpha-Bet poster and ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

The week 6 turkey prize winners carded great scores and the 0-12 category was claimed by M. Cadden with 31 points. 13-18 category was won by Noel Maguire and the 19 and over category was claimed by B.McElroy. Well done!

The presentation to all the turkey winners will take place on Sunday 23rd of December at 6pm along with the Christmas mega-draw, so if you would like to hear your name called to win a fabulous prize, and your golf didn’t secure the elusive bird, then purchase your squares on the prize board with Mary Logue at the bar.

Imagine the scene, the pressies are open, the crackers have been pulled, you’ve eaten too much turkey, and sat around for far too long watching repeats of Bond Movies and are itching to get back on the fairways to try out all the new gadgets and gismos Santa brought you, so head for Clones Golf Club from Wednesday 26th December until Tuesday January 12th as Clones Golf Club will be running a 3-person team SEMI-OPEN repeater, to get you back in shape and give you the opportunity to try out your new driver, go on, you know you want to! Timesheet in operation tel: 047 5601

The men’s club are running a four-ball better ball competition on Saturday 5th January and Sunday 6th January and the Winter League will commence on Monday 7th January so please gents, get your names down in the clubhouse. Plenty of golf for everyone, make a note of these important dates in that new diary!

Clones Golf Club will be hosting a Pub League this year. This very popular competition will commence very shortly and details will be published regarding the format. Your pub will be contacted with details by flyer within the next week or so.

The joint club AGM took place last Sunday and following in depth and informative reports from the Treasurer and Secretary the new committee was elected. Of course our President Mr. Paul Flynn has another year in office, Martin Taylor and Gerry Kelly agreed to stay on as Secretary and Treasurer respectively. Following the sad death of Trustee Jimmy Magee, earlier this year, Nat Doonan was nominated as a Trustee and voted in. The committee members nominated and accepted were Paddy McKeown, Francie Lynch, Pat Connolly, Sean Kelleher, Margaret Copus, Maureen Lynch and Anne McCarthy. We wish them a successful year ahead. As everyone could see, the refurbishment of the clubhouse is coming on very well and Francie Lynch and his team must be heartily congratulated for such a great job. The motion seeking a small increase in the annual subscription was almost unanimously accepted. This means when you are member of Clones Golf Club, you can play as much golf as you like for as little as €1.81 per day, where else would you get 4 or 5 hours entertainment for such a small outlay, and to ease the pain of paying, Clones Golf Club will be offering a monthly Direct Debit scheme. Details to follow.

The ladies turkey competition concluded last Sunday and only two ladies were brave enough to take to the fairways, on Sunday, in a last ditch effort to win a bird! The presentation of prizes will take place in the clubhouse on Thursday 13th December at 8pm and the 3 prize winners in each category will be revealed. Ladies please come along and support the winners. Results will be in next week’s report.

3rd December 2007

The joint club AGM is to be held at 5pm on Sunday 9th December in the clubhouse. It’s your club, where you can have your say. If you are not there, your voice cannot be heard. Everyone welcome, especially our new members.

Christmas Mega Draw

The ever popular Christmas draw will be held at the men’s turkey presentation evening. There are lots of prizes, so pick a square on Mary Logue’s prize board.

The letters were particularly good looking last week, in fact, they were a bit of a HUNK !! No one was inspired to have these as their letters, so sadly no winner of the 5,500 jackpot. The lucky dippers each winning 20 were T. Clarke C/O Ben Toal’s Smithboro, P J Reilly Clones, Paul Flynn Ballybay, The Walsh Family C/O Mary Connolly and John McGuigan C/O Creighton Hotel Clones. Congratulations to them. This week’s jackpot is for 5,600 so do your letters look lucky? A big congratulations to Vincent Lynch who was the winner of this months sellers prize!

Paddy McKeown (0-12) has again posted a winning score and will be picking up a second turkey prize, winning week 4’s competition with 34 points. Paul McCarthy won the 13-18 category also with 34 points and a first time winner, yes folks his first ever turkey win, in category 19 and over went to Pat Fee with 33 points, well done Pat! The competition continues for the men, you still have time to get a winner and bring home the bacon…..or rather a turkey!

Gentlemen, it always pays to put your card in for a competition no matter what, as our winners this week will testify! Winner of 0-12 George Crowe with 21 points, 13-18 category winner was Shane Bonner with 30 points and the 19 and over category was won by Mike Keane with 23 points. Also gentlemen you must enter the number of strokes at the hole as well as your stableford score, unfortunately one card, with a good score had to be disqualified as only the stableford score was recorded.

Following the men’s club AGM recently, Captain Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick will be supported by his new committee who are Vice Captain Leslie McConkey, past Captain Pat Connolly, Treasurer Pat Fee, Secretary Kevin Hickey, Competition Secretary Frankie Dolan, Handicap Secretary Mickey Dowds, PRO Gerry Trant and Teams Convenor Denis Parker. Also voted onto the Committee were Padraic Smyth, Colm McMahon and George Crowe. We wish them well in their year ahead.

The Ladies club are delighted to welcome so many new ladies to the club following the initiative of Brid Finlay who was the brainchild behind the Tuesday novice classes earlier in the summer. Once our new ladies found their swings, they were challenged to play in a 9-hole repeater competition over the autumn months. The winning ladies collected their beautiful prizes at the recent presentation supper. Congratulations go to Geraldine Fitzpatrick, Lorraine Brady, Caroline Bailey, Eileen Maguire, Beatrice Crudden, Gemma McMahon, Carmel McMahon, Yvonne Crudden and Veronica McGorman. We look forward to seeing these new ladies take part in competition in the new golfing calendar. Well done!

Ladies, time is running out, you now only have a couple of days up to and including the 9th December to get a card in to win a turkey, so give it your best shot. The presentation to the winners will take place on Thursday 13th December at 8pm. Vouchers will be presented.

Ladies, something to look forward to! Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna has booked her weekend away for Rossapenna for 16th to 18th May 2008. This can be your first entry in the new diary!

26th November 2007

The Annual General Meetings of both the ladies club and the men’s club were held in the clubhouse last Sunday and the two new Captains were welcomed into office. Mr. Pat Connolly the outgoing men’s club Captain introduced his successor as Mr. Paul Fitzpatrick and Paul’s vice-captain is Mr. Leslie McConkey. The men’s club wish every success to Paul in his year ahead.

Last week’s Alpha Bet lotto letters were RUWX and again no winners of the 5,500 jackpot which will roll over this week at 5,600. Remember play in euro or sterling and win the appropriate currency. The lucky dippers each winning 20 were John Rutledge C/O D. Coyle, Eamon Dolan Lisnaskea, Donna Hughes Ballincollig Cork, Dermot Connolly Smithboro and Mary McCabe Scotshouse. So have a go and see do your letters look lucky?

The ladies club held their presentation evening last Thursday where all the major prizes of the year were presented including Golfer of the Year to Mary Trant, who accepted her prize and recited one of her poems in thanks. The novice ladies were also presented with their prizes for their 9-hole competition and full results will appear next week. The ladies had a great night with Maggie’s Kitchen supplying the supper and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr providing the beverages. There were the usual naughty novelties presented to anyone who hadn’t been a prize winner on the night. Ooh La La!!

At the Ladies AGM held at 3pm last Sunday, Madam Secretary Anne McCarthy gave a superb account of the previous year’s activities and events and thanked everyone who had made a contribution to the running of the ladies club in 2007. It was hard to believe that a whole year had passed since Mrs. Eileen Kerr had taken up her Captaincy. The outgoing Lady Captain then introduced her successor Mrs. Noreen McKenna and wished her every success in the coming year. Noreen introduced her Vice Captain Mrs. Teresa Fitzpatrick. The new committee were elected and Anne McCarthy agreed to stay on as Secretary. Also agreeing to another term in office were Irene Rooney Handicap Secretary, Joy Cassidy Competition Secretary and Mary Trant as PRO. Martha O’Grady handed over the treasurer’s position to Maureen Lynch. The elected committee are Brid Finlay, Margaret Copas, Doli Maguire, Kathleen Leonard, Mary McGuigan and Martha O’Grady. The new Lady Captain Mrs. Noreen McKenna brought the meeting to a close by remembering all those who had been bereaved during the year. She then wished everyone a great golfing year, and season’s greetings.

The turkey presentations for the ladies will take place on Thursday 13th December at 8pm so ladies you still have about 11 more days to stake your claim and get in a winning card for this 9-hole stableford repeater……otherwise it’s beans on toast for the big day!!

Clones ladies will host the Arnmore Alliance, which is always a popular outing, on January 14th 2008. So ladies please make a note in your diaries as soon as you get them!

The ladies club would like to thank Niall Wilson for painting their locker room in time for the Captains’ Dance. Much appreciated.

19th November 2007

Clones Golf Club will hold their Annual General Meetings this coming Sunday November 25th. The Ladies Club will commence their meeting at 3pm and the men’s club will start their meeting at 6pm. Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr and Captain Mr. Pat Connolly would be most obliged if every member could make an effort to attend these meetings to take part in proceedings and to welcome the new Captains into office.

Last week’s turkey winners in the men’s weekly 14 hole stableford competition were Section 0-12 Cool head, Paddy McKeown 32 points. Section 13-18 Dominic Curran 34 points and 19 and over Mike Keane with 33 points. Well done to them. The men’s turkey competitions continue and timesheets are in operation for the weekend.

The letters for last week’s Alpha Bet lotto were AIJV and again no jackpot winner of the 5,300 prize money. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg. were Mary McPhillips Scotshouse, Michael Treanor Clones, Stephen McPhillips Scotshouse, Peter Reilly Redhills and Mark Reilly C/O P J McCague. This week’s jackpot will be 5,400 so have a go and see if your letters look lucky!

The ladies club will have their final presentation evening on Thursday next 22nd November and this will be the last official engagement before Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr and her committee hand over the reigns on Sunday to the new team. Last years gathering was a great success with the major prizes being presented, Golfer of the Year, the matchplay trophies the medals and the prizes from the weekly competitions for the previous couple of months. There will also be surprises and novelties for everyone. This is a night not to be missed so ladies please get your name on the list in the locker room as the suppliers of both the supper and the novelty items need to know who they are catering for!

The Arnmore Alliance took place at Virginia last week and around 54 ladies were sent to the 9 tee boxes for a shotgun start because of the frosty conditions which delayed play for some 2 hours. The organisation of the start was seamless and everyone enjoyed a great days golf. The winning score was 43 points and our own Joy Cassidy wasn’t far away with 38 points which was enough to win the low handicap section. Joy chipped and putted like a dream and was delighted with her win. Well done Joy!

The Christmas (yes I mentioned the C word!) any way the Christmas Extravaganza Draw ticket sales has commenced and it is now time to select your square on the board at the bar to win one of the many prizes on offer. See Mary Logue for details

12th November 2007

Clones Golf Club’s Captains’ night last Saturday was a huge success with over 200 people attending the function in the clubhouse. It’s sometime since the Captains’ night was held on home soil and it proved to be very popular with the members and visitors alike. The sumptuous supper catered by Maggie’s kitchen was smoothly served in both the marquee and the clubhouse itself and everyone agreed the staff, particularly the waiting staff did a great job of getting everyone fed and watered. After the speeches, toasts welcoming visiting guests and Captains and presentations of matchplay cups and prizes, the gathered crowd enjoyed the rest on the evening dancing, chatting and having a good time. Particular congratulations go to proud grandmother Jo Clarke (she wouldn’t reveal her age!) who has been a member for over 42 years and was so delighted to collect a prize on such an important night in the golfing calendar. She spoke on behalf of herself and son Paddy who was away for his stag party. Yes the rumours are true, Paddy Clarke is indeed taking the plunge into married life! Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr would like to thank everyone for all their hard work in making the night such a huge success. Obviously there are too many people to single out but praise has to be given to Francie Lynch and his team who must have worked well into the night on Friday to complete the transformation of the ladies locker, it is fabulous well done lads!

Alpha-Bet

This week’s letters in the Alpha Bet lotto were FPGR and there were no winners of the 5,200 euro/stg jackpot so the jackpot increases to 5,300 next week. The lucky dippers were John Quigley Newbliss, Jack McBride Smithboro, Adrian Treanor Clones, P. Maguire Clones and Anne Wrafter Corcummins. Well done to them. Have a go and see if your letters look lucky? Draw Monday evenings in Clones Golf Club.

Enda Gets Hitched

One of our members is getting married on Saturday 17th November, Enda Connolly will take the hand of Lisa Lynch, Francie & Carmel Lynch’s daughter in marriage and we wish them every success in their future lives together.

Ladies Results

The last matchplay trophy was decided last week between Ann Keating and Vera Tighe. Congratulations go to Vera who clinched the victory on the 20th hole. Vera rather sportingly admitted that Ann had been the better player on the day and that she should have won on the 18th however nerves must have got the better of Ann as she missed a simple putt to send them both onto the 19th . Commiserations Ann and congratulations Vera who has had a great year with a number of notable victories including the mixed matchplay title along with Micky Connolly and mother of the year award bestowed by her son Kevin!

Ladies Presentation Night

The ladies will get together on Thursday 22nd of November to celebrate the end of their golfing year with all the final presentations (apart from the Turkeys) including the weekly competitions for the last few weeks. So if you are a winner please ensure you attend, ah go on, come anyway Lady Captain would like to go out with a bang as this will be her last official engagement before standing down at the AGM on Sunday 25th November at 3pm. The novice ladies prizes will also be presented and it promises to be a great night with a few surprises in store I’m sure!

AGM Sunday 23rd November

Ladies it is vital that we all make every effort to attend the AGM to ensure that our views and comments are included in any decisions that are made. Besides it’s an excuse to all get together again and have a good time! Please make sure any motions or items for the meeting are brought to the attention of Anne McCarthy (Madame Secretary) as soon as possible.

And finally…………

Happy Birthday to Betty Tighe who was 81 years young on Monday and to Maureen Lynch also was also celebrating on Monday!

Clones Golf Club

 26th October 2007

Leo Hits 41 Points

The men’s Stableford competition last weekend (20th & 21st October) produced fabulous scores and with the course in fine condition it was no surprise that the winning score was 41 points. Congratulations to Leo Herbert who carded the winning score. In 2nd place, for the second week running was young gun, Jack McCarron with 40 points. Great scores and well done to both gents.

Alpha Bet Lotto

Last week’s letters in the Alpha Bet Lotto were FMNP and again there were no winners of the 5,000 euro/stg. jackpot. The lucky dippers were Lynda McKeown C/O Paddy McKeown, Mary Rafferty Connons Clones, Martin McCarthy Castle Farm Ballybay, C. Friary Beechgrove Lawns Monaghan and Thomas Curran C/O Tower Bar Clones each winning 20 euro/stg. The jackpot rolls over to 5,100 next week so, do your letters look lucky?

Captains’ Dinner

The Captains’ Dinner Dance will be held on Saturday November 10th in Clones Golf Club. Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr are looking forward to this celebratory evening and hope that everyone will have a great time. Please purchase your tickets from the bar in good time to assist the caterers with numbers.

Ladies Club

Elaine & Ann Winners

Last week’s 9 hole “old course” single stroke sweep winners were Ann McCarthy in Section A with nett 35 and Elaine Hamilton in Section B with nett 39 ½ . The last 9 hole stroke sweep will be held on Thursday 1st November.

Turkey Time!

Yes ladies it’s that time of year again when our thoughts turn to tinsel and turkey. Now the former can be purchased in any good retail outlet, the latter taste so much better when you’ve fought for it; strategized your way round the course; plotted your position for the next shot and conquered the greens to bring in a score and win your prize bird. So ladies from 1st November inclusive (yes you can play in the last sweep and have your sights set on a turkey next Thursday 1st November) until 9th December inclusive there will be a 9 hole “old course” stableford repeater to give everyone a chance of procuring that all important festive fowl. Three prizes will be awarded in each category BUT to be fair, only one prize per player. As this is a repeater you can play as often as you wish. Ladies, happy hunting!

And Finally………….

A couple of dates for your diaries, Captains’ dance Saturday November 10th in the clubhouse and presentation of prizes night Thursday 22nd November 2007. Details later in the month.

 Golf Club News 22nd October  2007

There will be a 3 person team event this coming Bank Holiday weekend. Teams of 3 any combination can play Saturday 27th October to Monday 29th October. Remember folks the clocks go back an hour, early hours of Sunday morning (28th), so reset your clock.

The last minute team formation of Gerry & Norman Douglas dovetailed well in last weekend’s four ball better ball winning with 45 points just beating the young guns Jack McCarron and Eythan Audley by one point who came second with 44 points. Well done lads.

The final of the mixed foursomes will take place on Sunday next and with shock results in the semi-finals the underdogs have won through in this competition which has been contested throughout the year staring with over 30 hopeful couples. On Saturday last Jo & Paddy Clarke beat joint favourites Catherine Farrell and Gabriel Brady in a thrilling battle which ended on the 21st hole. Congratulations to Jo & Paddy and commiserations to Catherine & Gabriel. In the other semi final which took place on Sunday last, there was also a shock result with the other joint favourites Marie & Norman Douglas beaten 4 & 2 by Michael Connolly & Vera Tighe. Again congratulations to Michael & Vera and commiserations to Norman & Marie. The match was a tight affair switching between one up, one down all the way until Vera & Michael managed to make some headway. We look forward to the result of the final it will be a great match.

The Wedges (Wednesday Golfing Elders) over 55 men continue to compete in the weekly 14 hole stableford competition. Play once, ANY day, each week and the best 6 cards will compete in week 11 for the prizes. See notice board for further details.

Last week’s letters were FDHX and there were no lucky winners of 4,900 euro/Stg. jackpot. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/Stg. were Richard Hicks Lisnaskea, Kitty Cassidy Clones, Evelyn Loughlin Tyholland, Terry Kelleher Carnroe & E. Burke Scotshouse. This week’s jackpot will be the big 5,000 euro/Stg. so come on have a go and ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

The Captains’ Dinner Dance takes place in just a couple of weeks on Saturday 10th of November in Clones Golf Club. Please purchase your tickets from the bar in good time so that the caterers have numbers. Captain Mr. Pat Connolly & Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr look forward to seeing you there.

Some of our ladies took part in the Arnmore Alliance at Castleblayney recently and our own Elaine Hamilton was the winner with 36 points. In second spot just beaten on a countback was another Clones lady, Martha O’Grady and not to be outdone Doli Maguire even featured in the prize winners enclosure; she won a golf ball in the raffle! Well done ladies.

Last week’s 9 hole “old course” stroke sweep played on Sunday and Thursday returned great scores from both sections. The winner of Section A (0-23) was Mary Trant (15) with 35 ½ nett and Section B (24-36) winner, a lady who has hit form recently, Martha O’Grady (28) with 35 nett. Well done ladies. The last sweep for October will be this Thursday October 25th so lets make the most of the great weather.

Ladies you can compete in the 3 person team event this Bank Holiday weekend. The teams of 3, any combination will compete over 18 holes stableford format. Timesheets in operation

Ladies a few dates for your diaries, presentation of prizes will take place on Friday 23rd November. The evening will consist of the presentation followed by a celebratory evening, wine, song and merriment! Sunday 25th November Ladies Club AGM. This date will be confirmed later BUT ladies if you have any Motions or comments you wish to have listed get them to Madam Secretary Ann McCarthy as soon as possible.

Golf Club News 15th October 2007

Congratulations to Stevie Collins who is the men’s club Golfer of The Year. Stevie did all the hard work, earning his GOY points, earlier in the year with the sun of his back……..hang on a minute it was one of the wettest summers we’ve had for a while! Well done Stevie who did all the hard work with a wet back!!

Pictured above Gross winner

Pictured above winner of the Pringle Cup

Our 55’s and over men are competing in 10 weekly Wedges (Wednesday Golfing Elders) competitions over 14 holes. Just a fiver a go, play once ANY day of the week in stableford format, off the yellow markers. The best 6 cards will compete in week 11 for the prizes and there will be category prizes 55-65 and 65 and overs and many others. Each weekly winner will lose 1 shot for each win BUT full handicap allowance will be restored for the final. Good luck to all our experienced golfers in this tournament.

Captain Mr. Pat Connolly would like to thank Paddy Clarke of The Clarke Group for his very generous sponsorship of this year’s Monthly Medal competitions. Captain Pat Connolly approached Paddy Clarke at the beginning of the year to seek his support and without hesitation Paddy Clarke agreed to sponsor the Monthly Medals. The Captain is extremely grateful on behalf of the men’s club and would like to take this opportunity of thanking all the club’s sponsors throughout the year.

The tickets are now on sale from behind the bar in the clubhouse for the Captains’ Dinner Dance which will take place on Saturday 10th of November in the clubhouse. The marquee is ordered, the band is booked and the tickets are selling like hot cakes so please get your ticket as soon as possible so that the catering can be calculated. Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr hope that everyone will have a great night and will help them celebrate their captaincies which are sadly soon coming to a close.

The letters drawn in last weeks Alpha Bet Lotto were BUMF and again no winners of the 4,800 jackpot. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/Stg. were Helen Connolly Millbrook Clones, John McElwaine Lisnaskea, Anne Wrafter Clones, Alex Keenan C/O Seamus Keenan and Gerry Gleeson C/O Frank’s Bar. Congratulations to all the winners. This week’s jackpot is 4,900 euro/sterling (play in sterling, win in sterling) and the draw takes place every Monday night so, do your letters look lucky??

Last week’s 9-hole stroke sweep was played in lovely sunny conditions (over the “old course”) on Sunday and Thursday and winner of Section A (0 to 23) was Marie Douglas with 38 nett. Congratulations Marie. The winner of Section B with a fine score of 35 ½ was Irene McConkey, well done Irene you’ll definitely be losing shots next season!

The ladies will continue to compete in 9-hole sweeps each week until the end of the month and ladies you can play on Sunday or Thursday. Timesheet in operation for Sundays. The weather has been so beautiful, it’s shame to put the clubs in moth balls just yet!

Ladies, tickets are now on sale behind the bar for this year’s Captains’ Dinner Dance and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr hopes that all the ladies will be attending to help her celebrate her year. Please get your ticket as soon as possible to assist the caterers in calculating numbers.

The ladies locker room is under major refurbishment at the moment so ladies, if you need the ladies! please utilize the facilities in the dwelling house. Please remember to cover the window when the builders are on the roof!!

8th October 2007

Noel Maguire Wins Pringle Cup

The coveted Pringle Cup was contested by the men last week and thankfully fabulous conditions prevailed producing a fine score from Noel Maguire to win the cup with a magnificent 65 nett. In hot pursuit and just pipped at the post into 2nd was Noel McElroy with 66 nett. The gross was won by Martin Collins with 74. Congratulations gentlemen.

Clarke Group Monthly Medal

The Clarke Group sponsored Monthly Medal and last counting competition of the year was won on Sunday last by (hang on, a bit of déjà vu!) Noel Maguire with a nett 70, in 2nd place, beaten on a countback was Pat Ryan and the gross winner (am I dreaming?) was again Martin Collins with 77! Congratulations to the winners and particularly Noel & Martin with back to back wins.

Four Ball Better Ball

The men will be competing in a four ball better ball competition this coming weekend 13th and 14th October. Timesheet in operation. Please remember if you are on the course, you MUST be on the timesheet at the weekend.

Juvenile Boys Just Beaten

The team co-ordinators for the Norman Cinnamon Trophy, Patrick McCarville and Colm McMahon were very proud of the team’s performance last weekend in the semi final against Mannan Castle. Sadly Clones were beaten, team Captain James Connolly thanked his team Jack McCarron, Paul Clerkin, Darren McMahon, Eythan Audley, Cieron Morgan and Mark Connolly for their commitment and they all wish Mannan Castle the very best of luck in the final.

Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr are holding their Captains’ Dinner Dance in our own clubhouse on Saturday 10th November. Tickets will be on sale shortly so be sure to get yours early as this is going to be a very popular evening.

We can’t let the Howell Cup Heroes remain anonymous any longer. The team very kindly arrived out at the clubhouse last Monday week to show off the magnificent trophy. The evening had hues of the Sam Maguire being shown off!! The lads proudly told tales of the close calls of some of the matches and thanked everyone who had supported them in this famous campaign. A truly great win for Clones and our Howell Cup Heroes are: Team Captain Gene McEnroe, Michael Connolly, Kevin Smith, Gerry Smith, Joe Smith, Gabriel Brady, Seamus Brady, Pat Ryan, Ned Barry, Martin Taylor, George Hamilton, Pierce West, Paddy Gumley and Ollie Walsh. Congratulations lads Clones Golf Club is proud of your wonderful achievement.

Alpha-Bet Lotto

The draw was made last Monday night and the letters selected were DGXY and again no winner of the 4,700.00 jackpot. The lucky dippers were Terence Brady Newtown Abbey Trim, Anne Slowey Clones, Derek McLaughlin Clonmore Clones, Jim Monahan Clones and Gerry Lambe Scotstown Lisnaskea. This week the jackpot will be 4,800 euro/stg. so, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Club

The first 9-hole “old course” stroke sweep was won by Joy Cassidy with 37 nett for Section A and by Elaine Hamilton with 36 nett for Section B. Well done ladies. The sweep will continue for October and can be played on Sunday or Thursday. Please ensure you are on the timesheet if you wish to play at the weekend.

Rosebowl Final

At last all the rounds have been completed in the Rosebowl Matchplay and the final will be played between Vera Tighe and Ann Keating. We wish them the best of luck and may it be a great battle!

The player with the most birdies scored this year with 10 birdies was Mary Trant. Well done.

To keep the winter blues at bay the ladies club will be running a Salsa/Rumba/Tango learning experience in the clubhouse on Tuesday evenings. This will be an 8 week course and will cost €80.00 payable in advance. If you are interested please put your name on the list in the Ladies locker room so that the instructor can be booked and the dancing can commence; ole!

1st October 2007

Final GOY/Medal for Men

Alpha-Bet Lotto

The letters drawn for last weeks Alpha-bet lotto were PFNW and again no winner of the 4,600 jackpot. The lucky dippers were Kathleen Meehan Lisnaskea, James Connolly Drumsloe, Carmel McConkey Cootehill, James McCarville Newbliss and Anthony McManus Lisnaskea each winning 20 euro/stg. This week’s jackpot is set at 4,700 euro/stg. (play in sterling win in sterling!) and you can pick up an envelope where you see the Alpha-Bet posters. So, do your letters look lucky?

Ladies Outing to Slieve

The annual ladies committee outing, this year organised by Brid Finlay, took the hard working ladies on the committee that have done all those important jobs throughout the year, to the Slieve Russell. The ladies were picked up by bus and ferried to their destination each clutching their “special outfit” for after the golf. Upon arrival the ladies had tea and biscuits and the draw was done for playing partners. As the ladies made their way to the first tee, the clouds parted and the sun shone through, it was going to be a good day. First off were Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr, Teresa Fitzpatrick and Irene Rooney. They all had good tee shots off the 1st under the immense pressure of the gazes of the remaining ladies. Next up were Mary Trant, Martha O’Grady and the buggy babes Joy Cassidy and Brid Finlay. Now Brid must be commended for her bravery and dedication as she has only just had knee surgery but despite this she carded a score and was in the prizes!

The last group to depart were the giggling Gerties! They laughed the whole way round the course and obviously had a whale of a time! They were Doli Maguire, Ann McCarthy, Irene McConkey and on the other side of the course Lady Vice Captain, Noreen McKenna! Now despite all this merriment and lack of concentration in this four-ball the winner on the day with 5 no scores on her card was in this group and was Ann McCarthy (23) with 32 points. The handicap secretary will be keeping a close eye on this lady! In second place, just pipped at the post was Joy Cassidy (18) with 31 points. Joy played lovely steady golf, starting with a fine par on the first and managed 19 points on the front 9. In third spot, despite carrying the injury, was Brid Finlay (19) with 28 points well done.

After the golf the ladies donned their finery and with a little titivation the ladies took their places for a sumptuous dinner and some fine wine. The evening rolled along with golfing anecdotes, a few of Ann’s special jokes and a fine rendition of Cinderella by Martha on the bus on the way home. A great day was had by all and a big thank you to Brid for organising the day.

Vera Does it Again!

The last 18 hole competition of the season was won by a very much on form, Vera Tighe (18) with 31 points claiming the Section A honours. Section B was also hard fought for and the winner with 30 points was Teresa Fitzpatrick (30). Well done ladies. Now for the month of October the ladies will be playing 9-hole stroke over the “old Course” each weekly competition will run on Sunday and Thursday as usual.

Mary & Ann Clean Up!

Clones Golf Club News

24th September 2007

The very successful and popular 3 day stableford repeater competition generously sponsored by AIBP (Clones) attracted a large number of competitors and it took a fine score to claim first prize. Paul McDermott was up to the job and carded a great score of 41 points, in 2nd place with 39 points was Steve Collins and the gross with a magnificent 34 gross points was Seamus Keenan. The ladies prize, which was also hard fought for went to a lady who has found a consistent form of late and with 36 points Vera Tighe was delighted to win in this competition. Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and the men’s club of Clones Golf Club would like to take this opportunity of thanking AIBP (Clones) for their very kind and generous sponsorship of this competition.

Pringle Cup on Sunday

The men compete for the Pringle Cup next Sunday September 30th. This will be a single stroke competition over 18 holes. Timesheet in operation.

Gene’s Team Victorious

The captain of the Howell Cup team, Gene McEnroe, is extremely proud to report that Clones beat Rossmore in the final of the Howell Cup recently. This is an historic victory for Clones, being the first Alliance win since taking part in the early 80’s. Clones played the first leg of the final away at Rossmore and lost 10 ½ to 5 ½ . The team knew they had their work cut out for the home leg and they really raised their game and managed to turn the match on it’s head by winning 12 to 4. A fantastic victory for Clones. Congratulations to team captain Gene McEnroe and his well selected team.

Alpha-Bet

The letters for last week’s Alpha Bet lotto were JOUQ and again no winner of the jackpot of 4,500.00 Stg/Euro. The lucky dippers were Jean Walsh Monaghan, Emma McBride Smithboro, Jim Monahan O’Neill Park Clones, John Kirwan Newbliss and Adrian Thompson Newbliss each winning 20 euro/Stg. The jackpot this week is 4,600.00 euro/Stg. So, do your letters look lucky? Pick up an entry envelope wherever you see the Alpha-Bet posters. Draw Monday evenings.

Juvenile Results

  Juveniles with Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr, helper Doli Maguire and Juvenile Conveor Mr. Colm McMahon

Our young golfers have been competing for Mr. Pat Connolly & Mrs. Eileen Kerr Captains’ Prize recently and the winner of the girls section was Chloe McNicholl 2nd was Rioni Meekin and 3rd was Amy McMahon. The winner of the juvenile boy section was Dean Brogan 2md was Conor McDermott and 3rd Conal McGonnigal. The Junior boys prizes went to Christopher Gibson and Conor McKenna. Congratulations to all our young golfers and we look forward to seeing them progress to the senior club competitions in due course.

Marie Douglas wins Special Prize

The Special Prize was played for last Sunday/Thursday in the ladies club and it is always a great prize to win, so the scores would have to be good and the ladies fought hard to be the Special Prize winner. Marie Douglas (18) played a fine round of golf carding 71 nett, 5 shots clear of any qualifying competitor. Great score! 2nd place went to Vera Tighe (18) with 76 nett and 3rd place was claimed by Teresa Fitzpatrick (36) with 78 nett. The non-qualifiers prize went to Irene McConkey (27) with 75 nett. Well done ladies. Have fun choosing your special prize!

Stableford for Ladies

This Thursday 27th September is the last scheduled 18 hole competition in the fixtures book and it’s stableford, so come on ladies make a real effort to play in this one and make to most of what promises to be a beautiful sunny day! (I looked into my crystal ball!)

Learner Ladies Join Club!

Clones Golf Club is delighted to welcome 27 new lady members to the club following the very successful learner Lady sessions run each Tuesday for 10 weeks by Brid Finlay and her team. A repeater 9-hole competition is keeping these ladies focused and we look forward to seeing them compete with the old hands next year!

17th September 2007

Alpha-Bet

The Alpha-Bet Lotto letters last week were BOSW and again no winner. The 5 lucky dippers were Anne Rice C/O Franks Bar Lisnaskea, Francis Cooke C/O McClave’s Bar, Anthony McManus Lisnaskea, Nat Doonan C/O Clones Golf Club, Leslie McConkey Lisnaskea each winning 20 stg/euro. The jackpot next week is 4,500 Stg/Euro so pick up your Alpha-Bet envelope where you see the posters and have a go. Ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

WEDGES

The last outing for our more mature golfers, age 55 and over (Wednesday Golfing Elders) or Wedges as they are affectionately known, is on Wednesday 19th September. This will be a 14 hole competition and visitors who haven’t played in Wedges competitions during the year are welcome to take part. There will be an overall prize, category prizes and a visitors’ prize. The presentation will be at 9pm on 19th September.

Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal

The penultimate GOY Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal will be contested on Saturday and Sunday 22nd and 23rd of September. Timesheet in operation.

Mixed Match Play

The mixed match play competitions are reaching an exciting climax with Marie & Norman Douglas against Vera Tighe & Mickey Connolly and Jo & Paddy Clarke against Catherine Farrell & Gabriel Brady in the semi-finals. We wish them the best of luck and look forward to an exciting final.

Mary Trant - Ladies Club Golfer of the Year

The last Golfer of the Year competition for the ladies has been held and for the third time, Mary Trant has accumulated the points required to win this competition. Mary started playing golf as a novice in August 2000 in a scheme very much like the one recently run by Brid Finlay to encourage new ladies to join Clones Golf Club. She started off with an embarrassingly high handicap of 45 which thankfully soon started to tumble. Mary now plays off 15 having lost 2 shots this year. Well done and congratulations.

Special Prize

The ladies will contest the Special Prize Sunday 16th September and Thursday 20th September. This is an 18 hole stroke competition and will be hard fought for. There is a list in the locker room of those who have qualified to play and there will also be a prize for non-qualifiers. Good luck ladies. The following Sunday 23rd September and Thursday 27th September will be an 18 hole stableford competition. Make the most of these last few weeks of golf, winter will be here before we know it!

Irene McConkey wins Pendant

The annual ILGU Pendant 18 hole stroke was won this year by Irene McConkey (27) with 73 nett. Irene is definitely on a roll having featured in the prizes over the last few weeks on no less than 3 occasions. Well done Irene keep it up! Just missing out with a fine 74 nett was Joy Cassidy (18). Well done to everyone who played.

And Finally………….

A big Clones Ladies Club “get well soon” to one of our new ladies, Emily McKenna who is in hospital at the moment. We hope to see her back on the fairways very soon.

10th September 2007

AIBP (Clones) Sponsor Stableford

As last weekend’s 3 day golf extravaganza proved to be so popular and successful the men’s club are running a similar competition this coming weekend for members. (Pringle cup will be played some other time). The 3 day repeater Stableford competition has been generously sponsored by A.I.B.P (Clones) and the Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and the men’s club would like to take this opportunity of thanking them for their kind support. The competition will run from Friday 14th of September until Sunday 16th September, you can play all 3 days if you wish and reduced fees apply for the repeat. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd and gross AND a LADIES nett prize. Timesheet in operation 047 56017

Gerry Douglas & Brian Curran Win Scratch Cups

A couple of weeks ago the men competed for the scratch cups in the junior and intermediate classes. Gerry Douglas played fabulous golf and claimed victory in the Junior section with a fine 76. Congratulations Gerry. The winner of the intermediate section also with a great score was Brian Curran, well done. And the nett prize for the day went to one of our young great prospects for the future James Connolly with nett 68. Another cut to the handicap James?!

Captains’ Prize to the Juveniles

Captain Mr. Pat Connolly and Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr will be having their Captains’ prize to the juveniles competition this coming Saturday 15th September. We wish all our younger golfers the best of luck in this prestigious competition.

Alpha-Bet

The letters in last weeks Alpha-Bet were COUR. No winners so the jackpot rolls over again to a massive 4,400.00 euro/Stg. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg were Anne Wrafter Corconnolly, Jim Coulter Newtownbutler, Frank McElroy Newbliss, Celine Gleeson Lisnaskea and Peter McCague Corconnolly. Congratulations to our winners. Pick up a Lotto Alpha-Bet entry envelope wherever you see the Alpha-Bet posters. So, do your letters look lucky?

Matthews Weekend Great Success

The ladies club are delighted that the 3 day golf extravaganza that was matthews Weekend proved so popular both with our own members and with our visitors. The 3 day stableford repeater generously sponsored by Genie & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones had all the elements required. Great weather, a course in tip top condition, easy pin positions (well most of them anyway!), and fabulous prizes. There was even a sighting of 6 young deer majestically making their way across the 12th on Sunday afternoon, a breathtaking sight and a real treat for the ladies who witnessed these beautiful creatures. This annual competition sponsored by Matthews of Clones is always hard fought for and the prizes are much sought after. The ladies club were delighted that Genie & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones were able to be with present on Monday last to present the prizes to the winners. Ladies first! First prize, which was a weekend in a Jury’s Hotel for 2, was won by Vera Tighe with 36 points. Well done Vera who has been playing extremely well in the last couple of weeks. Enjoy the break wherever you choose to go! In 2nd spot with 35 points was a lady also playing well at the moment, and she wins a meal for 2 in the Olde Post, congratulations Irene McConkey, and in 3rd spot winning dinner for 2 in the Creighton Hotel was Vera Tighe with 34 points. The gents’ prizes were also hard fought for and they too were playing for a weekend away and the meals and winner of The Jury’s break with a fantastic 43 points was Jim Monaghan, in 2nd spot was Jack McCarron with 42 points on a countback and in 3rd place was Dom Donaghy also 42 points.

A great weekend of golf was enjoyed by a lot of people and once again the ladies club would like to thank Genie & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones. We are extremely grateful for their continued support and generous sponsorship.

Do It Again Ladies

Ladies, if you enjoyed last weekend, you can do it all again this coming weekend. Friday 14th September to Sunday 16th September the men are running a 3 day stableford repeater and they are sportingly putting up a prize for the ladies too! Go on you know you want to! The ironing, cleaning and all those other jobs you’ve been putting off all summer will be something to do to while away the winter evenings!

The Ladies club will be competing for the ILGU Pendant this Thursday 13th September. This is a single stroke medal competition. The following week is The Special Prize. Remember ladies you can play the previous Sunday for these competitions as we are now well into September.

And Finally……

It is with much sadness that we saw the passing of Mrs. Maura O’Reilly last week. The members of Clones Golf Club extend their deepest sympathy to her family. May she rest in peace.

3rd sept 2007

Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr presenting Bouquet to Brid Finlay, organiser of the Learner Ladies nights on behalf of the learner ladies.

The crowd enjoying the craic and supper

Matthews Open Weekend

Yes folks it’s that time of year again when a golf extravaganza takes place at Clones Golf Club that is The Matthews Open Weekend, this weekend Friday September 7th, Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th of September generously sponsored by Matthews of Clones. This 3 day repeater is OPEN to both ladies and gents with prizes for both genders. It’s your opportunity to play this magnificent course for a very reasonable rate and if you like it on Friday you can play it again on Saturday and Sunday! What a pleasure! Genie & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones sponsor this weekend every year and we are extremely grateful to them for their kind and generous sponsorship. So come along and take part in the Clones experience and after your round of golf you can get refreshed in the newly refurbished locker/shower room and then relax in the clubhouse for a few lemonades and sample some of Maggie’s home cooking. What could be better? Please ring for a slot on the timesheet 047 56017

Alpha-Bet Lotto

The letters drawn last Monday for the Alpha-Bet Lotto were A M O & W but alas no one chose these as their letters so again the jackpot rolls over to 4,300 Stg/Euro. The lucky dippers each winning 20 stg/euro were J. Kelly Cara Street Clones, Eamon Campion C/O AIBP, Colin Curran Lisnaskea, BT Hickey Clonmore Clones and Mary Mulholland Lisnaskea. Well done to them! Have a go this week and ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Learner Ladies Fully Fledged

The last learner ladies Tuesday took place this week and with a fantastic turn out the final 5 hole stroke competition was going to be hard fought for. Once again the weather was superb, as it has been every Tuesday evening, bar one. The ladies did their very best to win a prize to join the prize winners from the previous week. The prizes looked so good displayed on the table. I’m delighted to report that some of our real raw beginners were in the winners’ enclosure; these ladies have made remarkable progress and have obviously been bitten by the bug! Well done to everyone who took part. The winner of week 21st August was Geraldine Fitzpatrick, well done! Now this lady has been seen out practising most evenings and obviously it’s paying off! In 2nd place was Eileen Maguire and in 3rd spot, also a lady who is extremely keen, Caroline Bailey, nice hat! All these ladies were presented with their prizes and made beautiful acceptance speeches, great stuff! The winner of week 28th August was another raw beginner who has really made the grade and given her all to improve her game, well done to Christine Skeath, in second place is a lady who should win a prize just for sheer determination and enthusiasm! But as we don’t give prizes for those wonderful attributes she had to put in a great performance to claim second place, well done to Gemma McMahon. The new clubs are obviously working very nicely! In 3rd spot was Carmel McMahon. These ladies also made lovely speeches and all of the Learner Ladies clubbed together and got Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr to present a beautiful bouquet of flowers to Brid Finlay, the brainchild behind the scheme. Brid was gracious in her thanks and pointed out that without the dedication and assistance of her team, the cooperation of Clones Golf Club and the enthusiasm and determination of our new ladies, it wouldn’t have been possible. Everyone was then treated to a wonderful supper from Maggie’s kitchen and the excited chatter went on well into the evening.

To keep our learner ladies interested there is a 9-hole competition to be run until the end of October. So come on ladies keep at it and by the new season you will be competing with the seasoned players!

Marie Wins Hamper

The Hamper was played for last Thursday, yes the Christmas hamper! But it is only 15 weeks away you know! Anyway the winner with a great score of nett 72 was Marie Douglas (18) despite an 8 on her card very early on in her round Marie kept her head together and plugged away and was delighted to have a win after a bit of a dry spell. Well done Marie, back on form. In 2nd place also with a good score was Irene McConkey with nett 74. Irene has been playing very steadily towards the latter end of the season and is sure to have a few downward adjustments to her handicap in the new season.

Matchplay Cups

The Junior and Rosebowl Matchplay trophies are to be contested over the coming weeks with the draw having been made last week. So good luck to all the competitors

Pringle Cup for Men

The men compete for the Pringle Cup on Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th of September. Timesheet in operation.

And Finally…………………

A big thank-you to everyone who has made all our new members so welcome over the last few weeks, it means a great deal to feel included into the club so readily. Much appreciated.

 29th August 2007

Open Scratch Cups Weekend

The Men compete for the Junior Scratch Cup and Inter Scratch Cup this weekend Saturday September 1st & Sunday 2nd September and this of course is an OPEN competition and Clones would be delighted to welcome gents from other clubs to our magnificent course.

Monthly Medal Results

The Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal played for last weekend was won by Stevie Collins with a fine score of 67 nett and in 2nd place was one of our young guns Ethan Audley with 68 nett. Well done Ethan, must have got your putting sorted out! The gross winner was Seamus Keenan with another magnificent score of 74 gross. Congratulations to all the winners.

Alpha-Bet

The weekly Alpha Bet Lotto Draw letters were WHYQ, why indeed! Anyway, as nobody posed that question the lotto didn’t go, so it now rolls over for another week to 4,200 euro/Stg. The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/stg were McCabes Jubilee Rd. Clones, Brendan Crowe C/O George Crowe, Pat Treacy Lisnaskea, Joanne McCaul Redhills and D. Carolan Aghabog. Well done to our lucky dippers and if you would like to have a go in the alpha bet lotto just pick up an envelope where you see the Alpha Bet posters. Do your letters look lucky?

The annual Matthews of Clones sponsored singles weekend takes place from Friday 7th September to Sunday 9th September. This competition is open to both ladies and gents and is always generously sponsored by Matthews of Clones. Please make a note in your diary.

Juvenile Golf

Apologies to President Mr. Paul Flynn as it was in fact his prize the juveniles were playing for last weekend and not the Captain’s prize. The results are eagerly awaited and will be published next week.

Jack Craig Mixed Foursomes

Clones was represented in Spa, Ballynahinch by Gerry & Marie Douglas, Stephen Trant and Vera Tighe, Elaine & George Hamilton, Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr and Jim Kerr and Gerry & Mary Trant for the Jack Craig Memorial Mixed Foursomes competition on Sunday last. The highlights were the weather, the friends we met up with again from other clubs, the course, the hospitality and the craic on the course. The team had a great day and still had enough energy, thankfully, to push start the bus as the lights had been left on! Once again thank you to everyone who took part and made it such a great day.

Ladies Results

The ladies competed in a stroke medal, GOY last Thursday and Mary Trant (16) found her form and carded 69 nett winning Section A (0-23) well done Mary now playing off 15. Winner of Section B (24-36) was Doli Maguire with 79 nett congratulations to the winners.

Fixture Focus

The ladies will play for the Hamper this Thursday 30th August in a single stroke Medal DRAW, yes I know it’s much too early to mention Christmas BUT you’ll be glad of the goodies in only 16 weeks time!

Learner Ladies

The Tuesday weekly sessions are now at an end but our learner ladies are now ready to go it alone and already many of them have started submitting 18 hole cards ready to have their handicaps issued. Well done! We hope to see you throughout the Autumn and into next season. Well done to Brid Finlay and her team who dedicated themselves each Tuesday to coaching, encouraging and nurturing these new golfers in the hope that they too will be bitten by the bug!

20th August 2007

Back Row L-to-R Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr, Mary McGuigan, Paddy McKeown, Mary Trant, Paul Jenkins representing Paddy Clarke, Captain Mr. Pat Connolly Front Row L-to-R Paul Fitzpatrick (vice captain representing Steve Collins, Winner Joe McCann, President Paul Flynn and Marie Douglas

President Mr. Paul Flynn with his prizes

Winner of the President's Prize Joe McCann (with his son) and Mr. Paul Flynn President

Joe McCann Wins President’s Prize

Clones Golf Club’s President Mr. Paul Flynn’s prize was contested last weekend and Paul was delighted that over 100 players took part despite the inclement weather on Saturday. The Sunday players enjoyed much improved beautiful summer weather and it felt like a day in August! President Paul’s prizes were beautifully displayed and hard fought for. The overall winner with a fine score of 67 nett was a delighted Joe McCann who not only accepted the beautiful crystal vase but also a cut in his handicap! Well done Joe! The men’s 1st place went to Steve Collins with 70 nett beating Paddy McKeown into 2nd on a countback, the men’s gross winner was Paddy Clarke. The ladies 1st place went to Marie Douglas just beating Mary McGuigan into 2nd, and the gross went to Mary Trant. Congratulations to all the prize winners and to Paul Flynn for a successful President’s Weekend.

Men’s Fixture Focus

Next Sunday 26th of August the men will compete for the Clarke Group sponsored monthly medal GOY.

Howell Cup

Gene McEnroe, captain of the Howell Cup Team is delighted to report that his team played Cabra at home in Clones last weekend and claimed 14 ½ of the 16 available. The boys head for Cabra on Saturday for the return leg and we wish them all the best of luck.

Alpha Bet

The alpha-bet letters for last week were WOMZ and again no winners. The lucky dippers were Jessica Cassidy Corconnolly, Danny Maguire Redhills, May Connolly Clones, Brendan O’Neill C/O AIBP and Christina Friary Monaghan. Well done to all the winners and next week’s jackpot will be 4,100 so have a go, you never know, do your letters look lucky?

Juvenile Golf

The Captain Mr. Pat Connolly’s prize to the Juveniles will be played for on Saturday so all you young golfers this is what it’s all been about, the practice, the dedication and patience will surely pay off and may the best young golfer win. Please be at the clubhouse on time 9am to 10 am for your tee off time.

Mixed Golf

The annual Jack Craig memorial mixed foursomes run by the Cowdy Inter Club Golf Association is being held in Spa, Ballynahinch on Sunday and we wish our team all the very best of luck in their quest to remain amongst the prizes. Clones were 3rd last year so fingers crossed for an improvement! The team representing Clones Golf Club will be Gerry & Marie Douglas, Gerry & Mary Trant, Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr and husband Jim Kerr, George & Elaine Hamilton and Stephen Trant and Vera Tighe. A big thank-you to them for giving up their time to represent Clones and we wish them the best of luck and an enjoyable day.

Elaine Hamilton Wins O2 Trophy

Congratulations to Elaine Hamilton for a fine score of 35 points last Thursday which was enough to win Section B (24-36) and the O2 Trophy which is only in it’s second year. Elaine looses a shot and now plays of 24 well done! In 2nd place (and winner of section A -23) with 31 points was Mary Trant. Congratulations ladies and well done to everyone who played.

Learner Ladies- No Putt Down!

Our learner ladies are so keen that, despite the torrential rain last Tuesday they still turned out in large numbers for their weekly coaching lesson. Brid Finlay (organiser) and her team took pity on them and decided not to send them into the storm but to hold a putting competition in the clubhouse. The ladies were split into teams each allocated to an experienced player and the fight was on! The ladies took it very seriously and the determination really shone through. The screams and howls at the near misses nearly lifted the roof and the cheers when a putt was made was deafening, great fun! The winning team were Mary Trant, Catherine Fleming and Geraldine Fitzpatrick congratulations to these ladies who each won a nice bottle of wine for their efforts. Catherine Fleming was particularly thrilled as it was her first night with the Learner Ladies! It’s fair to say she’s hooked on this golf thing already! The runners up and beaten by only a couple of putts were Brid Finlay, Martina Maguire and Ann McGarry. Next Tuesday 28th August 2007 is sadly the last of our training sessions so ladies please come along for the end of season party! Happily a lot of our new ladies have joined as members and will continue their golfing prowess throughout the coming weeks.

Ladies Fixture Focus

Thursday 23rd August is an 18 hole stroke medal GOY draw and the following Thursday 30th is the hamper also 18 hole stroke medal draw. Good luck ladies in these competitions.

And Finally………………..

Good luck to our ladies, Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr, Mary Trant, Marie Douglas, Vera Tighe and Elaine Hamilton who join the men for the Jack Craig Memorial Mixed Foursome in Spa on Sunday, remember ladies we featured in the prizes last year! No pressure!!

13th AUGUST

Fixture Focus

Ladies compete for the O2 Trophy this Thursday 16th August. This prestigious Trophy is in it’s second year and the current holder Joy Cassidy is on form to retain her title. This competition is a re-run of the cancelled competition from the 28th of June so if you paid to play last time you have a freebie! Good luck to everyone!

Seamus does Level Par to Win Gross!

The men competed for the Dermot McGuigan Memorial Trophy last weekend. This trophy is played for annually in memory of a fine scratch golfer and the gross prize is the main goal. Seamus Keenan has been playing great golf in recent weeks and managed to go round in 71 Gross which of course is the Par of the course. Well done Seamus great shooting off the whites on a severely windy day. One of Clones Golf Club’s young protégés carded the first place score with nett 64. Congratulations to Jack McCarron well played. Second place went to Neal Hegarty with another fine score of 65 nett.

Alpha-Bet

If you had won this week’s Alpha-Bet jackpot of 3,900 bet you would have smiled, but alas no one had the letters this week which were GRIN! The lucky dippers each winning 20 euro/Stg. were Katie Lendrum Clones, Nora Martin Newbliss, Johnny McEntee C/O D. Coyle, Adrian Treanor Clones and Paddy & Jacqueline C/O Bennies. Well done to them! This week the jackpot will be for 4,400 euro/stg. (play in sterling win in sterling!) so, do your letters look lucky?

President’s Prize

The ladies & gents will compete for Mr Paul Flynn’s President’s Prize on Sunday 19th August so Ladies & Gents please ensure that you are on the timesheet for Sunday. This single stroke competition carries valuable Golfer of the Year points for the men.

Learner Ladies are Winners!

Our learner ladies who venture out each Tuesday have now experienced the pressure of competition, playing single stroke over the first 5 holes! Well done to everyone who took part and congratulations to Anne Wrafter winner for week 31st July, Anne was unable to be present to collect her prize which was a golf trolley. In 2nd place was Patricia Brady who collected a golf umbrella and golf balls and in 3rd place was a very delighted Beatrice Crudden who thanked all the lady members who give up their time each Tuesday to assist Brid Finlay in coaching and encouraging these fledgling golfers. Beatrice was thrilled with her “goody bag” prize containing tees, pitch repairer, glove and lots of other useful gadgets that every golfer needs. The winner for week 7th August was Mary McGuinness who was so shocked to be placed first that she could hardly speak, in 2nd spot was Lorraine Brady and in 3rd place was Margaret McGeough (Peter will be proud of you!). Well done ladies! There are only 3 Tuesdays left for our novice ladies to learn all they can, but those of you who have already paid membership fees you can play anytime and it’s great to see so many of these new ladies on the course. Brid has arranged for a group of our new ladies to meet with the professional at the driving range so good luck and listen to all he has to say, you can then come back and tell us what we’re all doing wrong!!

Monaghan Property Sales Trophy

The Monaghan Property Sales Trophy was competed for by the ladies on Thursday last in breezy wet conditions which proved to be tough enough to keep the scores in check. The ladies club were delighted to have Mr. Willie McKenna of Monaghan Property Sales to present the cup to the winner on Monday evening and for the second year running Anne McCarthy was that winner with a nett 74, well done Anne who beat Irene McConkey on a countback into 2nd place also with 74 nett. The winner of the gross prize, also for the 2nd successive year, was Mary Trant with 93. Congratulations to all the prize winners and a big Clones Ladies Club thank you to Willie McKenna for his generous sponsorship and support of the ladies club.

Ladies Matchplay Trophies

The draw for the Rosebowl and Junior Cup matchplay trophies takes place on Thursday 16th August along with the presentation of prizes for the ladies. Please put your names on the lists to be included in the draws.

Juvenile Golf

Our young golfers continue to improve their golfing skills on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10am each one dreaming of being the next Tiger or Annika! Anyone wishing to encourage these youngsters please contact Colm McMahon convenor to arrange.

30th July 2007                                                                     Gene Wins Captain’s Prize

Thankfully, beautiful weather greeted the 147 players who took part in Mr. Pat Connolly’s Captain’s Prize on Saturday. The set up of the course was fair and the Captain had put a lot of thought into pin positions to ensure an exciting result, which was indeed what transpired. Congratulations to Gene McEnroe who claimed first prize with a nett 68, well done Gene. Just pipped into 2nd spot also with a nett 68 was Willie Lithco, who had an unwelcome 10 on the first! Peter McNally was 3rd with nett 69 and the gross winner was Seamus Keenan with 74. The front 9 best score went to Mark O’Driscoll (31) and the back 9 best score went to Peter McGeough (33). The past Captains prize was won by Charlie Browne (71) and vice-captain Paul Fitzpatrick(72) won the committee prize. The best visitors score was posted by John Connolly (77). The winning student was Peter McCague and the juvenile prizes went to Jack McCarron and Paul Clerkin, well done lads.

The Captain’s prize to the ladies, which this year was played over 8 days, was won by a delighted Joy Cassidy with nett 75. Joy collected her prize from the Captain and said “it’s wonderful to still get a thrill from golf after all these years!”. Well done Joy a great win. Anne Keating was 2nd with 76 nett and the gross prize went to Marie Douglas with 95.

Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal

The result of the July Monthly Medal sponsored by The Clarke Group was 1st Leo Herbert with nett 65, in second place Trevor White with nett 67 and the gross was won by Seamus Keenan with 73.

Clones Classic this Bank Holiday Weekend

Our own classic is being held this coming weekend Friday 3rd August to Sunday 5th August. Please ensure you contact the club 047 56017 with your team entry or sponsorship. The club President Mr. Paul Flynn and his committee are looking forward to great support as always from our most generous supporters and sponsors.

Alpha-Bet

If you didn’t play Alpha-Bet last week, it had to hurt, the letters were O.U.C.H!! Again no winner of the jackpot of 3,700 euro/stg. The lucky dippers were Kathleen Meehan c/o Fred Meehan, Caroline Maguire c/o AIPB, Triona Clerkin c/o Univet, Des Connolly c/o PJ McCague and Jenny Maguire Clonmore, Well done to our winners. Have a go it only costs one euro/pound (if you play in sterling you win in sterling) The draw takes place every Monday and you can pick up an entry envelope wherever you see the Alpha-Bet posters. So ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Mega Draw

Clones Golf Club will give away €10,000.00 yes ten thousand euro to one lucky winner on Monday 6th of August. To be in with a chance of winning please contact the club 047 56017 for a ticket which could cost you 1 cent, 2 cent 3 cent and so on up to €30.00, it’s a lottery! There are also other cash prizes of €1000.00 and €200.00.

Juvenile Golf

Our young golfers have the tee on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10 am. Further details available from convenor Colm McMahon.

Learner Ladies

The Tuesday evening novice ladies sessions from 6.30pm, continue to be a great success with over 60 ladies having had a go at golf so far. We are confident that some these gals will be bitten by the bug and become regular additions on the golf course. Congratulations ladies your enthusiasm is wonderful.

Fixture Focus

The ladies will compete in a single stroke, medal, draw GOY on Thursday 2nd August and the Monaghan Property Sales sponsored trophy the following week. The Monaghan Property trophy is a pre-draw so please check the list for playing partners and arrange a mutually convenient time to play with your drawn partners.

Rosebowl and Junior Cups

Come on ladies lets not allow these two matchplay trophies to disappear off our fixtures into the midst on time. Please enter your name on the draw sheets, it’s a bit of fun and you will be playing against ladies in your handicap category and with ladies you know, so what can be scary about that? Come on you know it makes sense!

Recent Photos

9th JULY 2007

Clones Golf Club
Charlie & Nuala Win Cup

There was a great buzz around the clubhouse last Friday evening as the mixed foursomes cup competitors completed their rounds and joined the growing throng to share their woes and triumphs of their round of golf. The weather gave us a brief fantastic haven amidst the rain of the previous days and the course was set up to test the players on some holes and fool them into complacency on others. Everyone enjoyed the day and the winners of this year’s Mixed Foursomes Cup were Charlie and Nuala Browne with 71 ½ nett. Congratulations and well done. In second spot were Gerry & Mary Trant with 74 nett despite the 9 carded at the lakes hole (6th). Well done to everyone who took part, a great day was had by all. Presentation will take place on Monday 16th July after the Lotto.

Howell Cup

The men playing in the Howell cup managed a tight enough home victory against Mannan Castle of 8 ½ to 7 ½ and knew that they had their work cut out on the return leg. Mannan Castle managed to mirror the score and the state of play was all square. Joe Smith and Gene McEnroe, who were the first out for Clones were called to a play off down the 19th and they rose to the challenge magnificently. Joe’s superb drive set Gene up for his approach and the Clones boys managed to par the hole. Mannan Castle put up a brave struggle but only managed a bogey and Clones are through to the next round. Well Done Clones and commiserations Mannan Castle.

Ulster 4-Ball

Our valiant Ulster fourball team made it through to the last 16 teams in Ulster only to be knocked out on the away leg by Nuremore despite taking a couple of the matches down the 18th. Well done and hard luck Clones, a magnificent battle to date and Team Captain Mickey Connolly would like to thank all the team members who committed to the matches both home and away and of course a special thanks to the supporters.

Alpha-Bet

The Alpha-bet lotto letters last week were D,U,Z,X and again no winners of the jackpot. The 5 lucky dip winners were Noel O’Mahoney CRO Monaghan, Vincent Lynch Clones, Ollie Treanor C/O The Creighton Hotel Clones, Rory Nicholl Clones and Caz Flanagan C/O The Tower Bar Clones. Congratulations to them, each winning 20 euro/stg. This week’s jackpot will be 3,500.00 so, do your letters look lucky?

Mega-Draw

Will all ticket sellers ensure that all tickets are returned as soon as possible, sold or otherwise so that we have the opportunity to sell all of the tickets. This draw will only work if all the tickets are purchased. The draw date is fast approaching so if you haven’t bought your own ticket for the €10,000.00 prize you’d better hurry!!

Scramble Fridays

Every Friday from 6pm at Clones Golf Club we will be having a scramble. Now, for you uninitiated it’s not an egg, it’s a fun way to get to grips with golf. So come along and have a go especially our newcomers to the game it’s a great way to meet the rest of the members and improve your golf!

Juvenile Golf

Saturday mornings 9-10 am our young golfers are on the course. Boys and girls be prompt to get the most out of your precious hour. Anyone requiring more information please contact the Juvenile convenor Colm McMahon.

Which Would You Rather Do?

For all those golfers who won’t be at the Ulster GAA football final in Clones next Sunday, there will be a four-ball better ball competition. Timesheet in operation 047 56017

Captain’s Prize

Gentlemen, if you wish to play in this year’s Captain’s Prize (Mr. Pat Connolly) please put your name on the list in the clubhouse with your preferred time slots so that you are included in the draw. Mr. Pat Connolly’s prize will be played for on Saturday 28th of July.

Lady Members Cup

The Barry, Hickey & Henderson sponsored Lady Members Cup was contested last Thursday and playing partners were selected by way of a draw for this prestigious competition. It was like Lady Captain’s Day all over again, nerves jittering as the ladies were out of their comfort zone, not playing with their usual playing partners. And once again there were mutters of “if only I hadn’t had that 8” or “I just tried too hard, couldn’t relax!” Anyway the winner played steady golf and was able to relax for part of the round, bringing in the same score which won Lady Captain’s Day; The winner of the Lady Members Cup was Elaine Hamilton 74 nett and in 2 spot with 76 nett was Doli Maguire (If only you hadn’t had an 8 on the 5th!) congratulations to them and also to Rosita McCabe who claimed the gross prize with 92. Well done to everyone who played. The ladies club would like to thank Kevin Hickey of Barry, Hickey & Henderson Solicitors in Clones for the generous sponsorship and particularly to Anne-Marie Hickey who was charged with selecting the prizes, beautiful!

Fixture Focus

Next Thursday 12th July is the Ulster Sports Trust Stableford competition where the winner will travel with Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr for the day away competition coming up soon with an opportunity to meet Mary Peters and all the supporters of the Ulster Sports Trust. Please note ladies the indexes of some of the holes have been changed.

And Finally…………

The ladies club are delighted to see so many new lady golfers trying their hand at golf each Tuesday evening from 6.30pm to 7.30pm. Those ladies who have already paid their membership fee, may use the course anytime BUT ladies if there is a timesheet in operation you must be on it! Please check and ring 047 56017.

Monday 23rd July 2007

Men’s Club-Joe Elliott Memorial Cup

The men’s club played on Sunday in the Joe Elliott Memorial Cup and young Mark Connolly who is only 15 years of age set a new course record, off the back markers, with a gross 70! (1 under) Fabulous golf Mark congratulations! BUT the cup was claimed by another youngster Jack McCarron both young men had 65 nett. The gross went to Gerry Douglas with 73.

Pictured Left to Right Justin Elliott (sponsor) Winner jack Mccarron and
Captain of Clones Golf Club Mr. Pat Connolly



Clones Golf Club
Captain’s Day Saturday

Captain Mr. Pat Connolly is holding his Captain’s Prize on Saturday next 28th July and he wishes everyone the very best of luck. The draw for playing partners was held last Monday and the timesheet is up for inspection in the clubhouse. Please arrive in good time for your tee off time to ensure the smooth running of the day. The Men’s Committee wish Captain Pat Connolly a great day and the best of luck for the reminder of his year. Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr will unfortunately be unable to be there in person for the day but sends her best wishes for a successful sunny Saturday!

Results of 4-Ball Better Ball

The results of the 4-ball better ball run on Sunday 15th July are as follows, the winners with 43 points were Kevin Smith & Philip Brides just pipped into 2nd place also with 43 points were Andy Dolan and Jimmy Monaghan. Well done gentlemen.

Clones Classic

The annual Clones Golf Club Classic is fast approaching and will run from Friday 4th August until Sunday 5th August. Teams are filling up fast so if you wish to enter a team of 4 for €300.00 including sumptuous steak dinner please contact the club as soon as possible on 047 56017. President Paul Flynn- coordinator ).

If you are a sponsor of this annual event you will have by now received the information letter and booking form. A member of the Classic Committee will contact you shortly to take details of your donation/team. Clones Golf Club would like to take this opportunity of thanking our most generous sponsors and supporters who have contributed to the continued improvements to the course and the clubhouse facilities.

Alpha-bet

The winners of CURY week’s 20 euro/stg. lucky dips were Frank McCabe Clones, Andy Dolan Clones, Mary Mulholland Lisnaskea, John Quigley Newbliss and Keelin Reilly Clones. This weeks Jackpot was 3,600 and the letters drawn were G,R,U,H and again no winners. The luck dippers were Brother Harry Tanagh, Bernie McKenna Clones, Padraig Sherry Emyvale S. McAree C/O Bens and Mervyn Fawcett Scotshouse. Well done to all our winners and with the jackpot climbing nicely have a go because you have to ask yourself, do your letters look lucky?

Rossmore Cup Close Call

The Rossmore Cup Team had a busy weekend playing the away leg of the round on Saturday in Lisburn. They played magnificently in lovely sunshine and managed one and a half matches away, a great start. The return leg was the very next day in very different conditions in Clones. A beautiful warm sunny start to the matches saw Clones only needing two and a half matches to win and the lads made a great start winning 2 of the required matches. The heavens opened half way through the rounds and everyone was literally drowned but the course stood up to the downpour and the players bravely carried on. The final match was taken done the final hole and unfortunately our boys lost on the 18th. A very tight exciting match; well done to all the players who took part, both home and away. Clones wish Lisburn all the best in the semi-finals.

Juvenile Golf

I hope all our young golfers were inspired by the Open last weekend to come and try their hand at golf. Juveniles are welcome to play on Saturday mornings from 9am to 10am on Saturdays. Contact Colm McMahon convenor for further details.

Captain’s Prize to the Ladies

The ladies club have been playing for this prestigious prize all week. This year’s Captain’s Prize to the ladies has been run over 8 days from Thursday last until Thursday 26th July to ensure that all ladies have the opportunity to play. Good luck to the ladies who have yet to play and keep mum to the ones who already have, that means don’t disclose your score! The presentation will take place on Captain’s Day at the presentation around 10pm.

Learner Ladies Doing Well

Our novice ladies are doing very well on Tuesday evenings and many of them have already taken up membership so that they can play more often. The dedication of Gemma McMahon and Mary Reilly can’t go unmentioned. They patiently stood on the 1st tee on Sunday in the downpour, waiting for the rain to clear, got soaked, went home, got changed, came back and played their few holes as planned. Well done ladies keep at it!

And Finally…….

There are still a number of draw tickets not handed in or sold and to ensure the Mega Draw works all tickets must be sold. Please ensure that all tickets are handed in as soon as possible. The winner will collect €10,000.00 so come on if you haven’t got your ticket yet contact the golf club 047 56017 to arrange purchase. 


Monday 16th July 2007

Catherine Back on Form

The ladies competed for the Ulster Sports Trust last Thursday with the prize very much sought after as the winner travels to Massereene Golf Club on the 21st August with Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr to play in the National Final. For those of us who have been lucky enough to have experienced the hospitality of The Ulster Sports Trust it is a prize worth going for. Catherine Farrell (16) has been off her game for the last few weeks carding in the 80’s and it was with much delight and relief that she managed to find her form on Thursday and win this prestigious day away with Lady Captain with 33 points. Congratulations Catherine and well done to everyone who took part.

Captain’s Prize to the Ladies

Captain Mr. Pat Connolly would like all the ladies to be able to play for his prize so for this year ladies, you will be able to play from Thursday 19th July until Thursday 26th July inclusive (play once only). There has been a draw for playing partners as usual and this will be a stroke GOY competition but not a medal. Ladies you will need to liaise with your drawn playing partners and decide which day to play for this prestigious prize. Good luck and may you pick a great day for your challenge!

Mary Trant Wins in Enniskillen

Three of our ladies travelled to Enniskillen on Saturday to play in the Ladies Open sponsored by Kitchen Wizard. Mary Trant, Marie Douglas and Irene Rooney set off with trepidation as the rain poured from the skies. The ladies even had a contingency plan to go shopping if it didn’t ease off by the time they arrived at Enniskillen Golf Club. As usual the welcome was very warm from the club with Lady Vice-Captain Mrs Marina Brownlee greeting over 65 players from clubs from far and wide and offering them home baked scones and tea before they set off to play. Thankfully the skies cleared and it was t-shirt order for the round as the weather really played its part in making it such an enjoyable round of golf. Mary Trant (17) played the front 9 well and carded 21 points hot on her heals was both Marie Douglas (19) and Irene Rooney (16) with decent scores themselves. Mary then played her next 4 holes very badly and was only scoring single points on each hole but managed to pick up her game and returned 37 points. The generous sponsors of Enniskillen Golf Club Ladies Open were Bryan & Linzi Davidson of Kitchen Wizard. Mary Trant was delighted to accept first prize from Brian a beautiful flat screen television set. This was Brian & Linzi’s first sponsorship and they generously pledged to sponsor again next year. So ladies if you are fed up with your Kitchen Brian and Linzi will come and wave their magic wand with Kitchen Wizard and they will give you a complete Kitchen facelift including granitelite work tops. Magic!

Marie Douglas was delighted to accept her prize; Marie was pipped for 2nd spot on a count back and won her section with 36 points. Irene who had been patiently waiting to drive home the prizewinners was stunned when her name was also called to collect a prize for winning the low handicap section with 32 points. Mary & Irene also collected prizes for 2’s. A great day was had by all and once again the Clones ladies would like to thank Enniskillen for making them feel so welcome and they would particularly like to thank Brian and Linzi for their generous sponsorship.

Mega Draw-Just the Ticket

The €10,000 mega draw is fast approaching and tickets need to be returned now so that any unsold envelopes are available to buy. If you would like to buy an envelope to be in the draw, remember it could cost you one cent, two cent, and so on up to €30.00 for a chance to win €10,000, please contact the club.

New Lady Golfers

Clones Golf Club are delighted to welcome as members ladies from our Tuesday night “give it a go” night. Some of the ladies have already been bitten by the bug and have taken up membership so that they can play more often. Well done ladies and enjoy this great pastime; bet you never thought you’d enjoy using an iron!

Scramble

Friday’s scramble was sadly cancelled due to the torrential rain last Friday and whilst the course stood up to the test none of the golfers were brave enough to brave the elements! We will try again this Friday so come along from 5.30 pm onwards and have fun especially are newcomers to golf. A great way to meet our other members and ease you into golf.

Alpha-Bet

The letters in this weeks Alpha Bet were hot, hot, hot but alas no one had C.U.R.Y and the jackpot will again rollover to next week for 3,700 euro.Stg. Please pick up an Alpha-Bet Lotto envelope wherever you see the poster. Do your letters look lucky??

Captain’s Prize

Mr. Pat Connolly Captain’s Prize is fast approaching and Gentlemen you need to put your name on the draw sheet on the main notice board in the clubhouse if you wish to be included in the draw for the biggest competition of the year. The Captain’s Prize will be played for by the Men on Saturday 28th July. The best of luck to everyone!

Juvenile Golf

Boys and Girls don’t forget it’s your day to play Saturdays 9am to 10am. Be their early to make the most of your time on the course.

Men’s Monthly Medal

The July Clarke Group Sponsored Monthly Medal Competition will take place this coming weekend (Sat/Sun) and gentlemen you are requested to use the timesheets if you wish to play.

And Finally……………….

Results of the 4-ball better ball were not available at the time of going to press, watch this space next week!!

 Winners and sponsors of Clones Golf Club Open Week with Captain Mr. Pat Connolly & Lady Captain Mrs. Eileen Kerr

The club holds regular competitions which are open to all visitors. If you require further information, contact (353) (47) 56017.

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