21st December 2009

Merry Christmas from Elaine & Ollie!

Captain Ollie Walsh and Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton would like to wish everyone at Clones Golf Club a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last Monday’s Alpha Bet were DGQY and there were no winners of the 3,900 jackpot which now rolls over to 4,000. The lucky dippers each winning 20 are John Duffy Clones (lucky man 3rd time in 2 weeks!) Joanne Rehill Clones, Leo Rooney Clones, Josephine Duffy Billis and Pauline & Mick C/O Annie’s Bar. Well done to them. The Lotto team would like to thank Michael Connolly for organising the “end of season party” last week, much appreciated. Remember folks lucky dips next week are 50!

Something Special for Christmas?

Don’t know what to get that someone special in your life for Christmas? Struggling to think of something that he or she will really like? Why not get a Clones Golf Club Gift Voucher! Vouchers can be purchased from the Mary at the bar for any amount and can be used for gloves, balls, part payment of subs or if you’re feeling very generous why not get them their sub for the year and be the best wife/husband ever!

Harte Peat Winter League 2010

The Harte Peat sponsored winter league will commence very soon and as it is a new format, please read the team sheets in the locker room. Study carefully!

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com
Gonads Christmas Outing
The Gonads Christmas Outing will be at Clones Golf Club on Monday 28th December at 12.30 and will be a 14 hole stableford. Visitors welcome €5 entry fee.

Ladies Winter League

The final results for the Ladies Winter League are emphatic winners Team 7 with 436 points over the 9 weeks! Congratulations to Irene Rooney (captain) Nuala Browne, Kathleen Leonard, lucky charm Josie Curran and the teams’ secret weapon Geraldine Igoe who scored every single week totalling 160! The final week scores for Team 7 came from Irene Rooney 17, Nuala Browne 17 and Geraldine Igoe (of course!) 18. Team 2 made a massive push on the last day with Gemma McMahon playing 3 times and Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton twice to secure 2nd place and knock Team 1 aside. They succeeded by 1 point with 411 points! The weekly scores came from Joy Cassidy 17, LC Elaine Hamilton 20 (wow!) and Maureen Lynch 16. Well done ladies! This team dragged themselves from 6th place to 2nd! In third place were the demoted Team 1 with 410 and the weekly scores came from Mary Trant 16, Irene McConkey 21 (whoop whoop!) and Helen Connolly 14. Team 4 finished 4th with 396 weekly scores from Catherine Farrell 12, Noeleen McCague 15 and Noreen McKenna 18. Team 3 were 5th with 371 weekly scores from Vera Tighe 17, Eileen Kerr 13 and Celeste McKiernan 13. Team 6 finished 6th with 360 with weekly scores from Una O’Reilly 17 Anne McCarthy 20 (v.good!) and Mary O’Toole 15. In 7th place was Team 5 with 326 points sadly no one played in the final week! Finally in 8th place was Team 2 with 270 and final scores were returned by Lyn Whelan 17 and Martha O’Grady 16. Well done to everyone who took part a great fundraiser and the putting fines raised a good sum for Breast Cancer Research. The Marie Keating Foundation lapel pins were won by Veronica McGorman and Irene Rooney. The presentation party took place last Tuesday and there was much excitement as the beautiful display of prizes was distributed amongst the ladies. Well done to Anne McCarthy for organising another successful league, to Maureen for keeping the cash right, Brid and her shoppers for getting the prizes and Michael Connolly for looking after us so well in the bar department, very important! Now as you may be getting withdrawal symptoms by the end of January Anne has organised another league with an added twist! List in locker room if you wish to participate.
This will be the last report before the New Year so Merry Christmas to all our readers and a Happy New Year! Hope Santa brings that new club you had your eye on! And Finally President Liam Quigley wishes everyone a peaceful and happy festive season.

14th December 2009

Something Special for Christmas?

Don’t know what to get that someone special in your life for Christmas? Struggling to think of something that he or she will really like? Why not get a Clones Golf Club Gift Voucher! Vouchers can be purchased from the Mary at the bar for any amount and can be used for gloves, balls, part payment of subs or if you’re feeling very generous why not get them their sub for the year and be the best wife/husband ever!

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were CLWX and there were no winners of the 3,900 jackpot which rolls over to 4,000. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were John Duffy Clones, Edmund Burke Laurel Hill, Shirley Smith Newbliss, Bennie McKenna Clonfad and John Duffy Clones. Well done to them!

Wedges

Next Wednesday is the final outing of the Christmas Eclectic and as expected it is still anybody’s game. Long time leader Charlie Browne was overhauled on Wednesday by Joe Smith who now leads the competition with 43 points. It is still all to play for and any six people within 5 points of the leader are in with a chance. Charlie will be doing his utmost to regain to lead and dark horses like George Crowe, Nat Doonan and Terry Lennon cannot be discounted. The atmosphere in the clubhouse was electric on Wednesday last as Micky Connolly posted the scores but it will be even more so after the final outing on Wednesday next. Prizes will be presented in the clubhouse at 4.30 pm and all competitors are expected to attend. Competitors are also reminded to return full cards on the final day as those cards will be used to decide the prizes in the case of ties. Refreshments will be served after the prize giving.

Christmas Voucher Winners

Winners for the weekend of 6th and 7th of December, Category 1 Sean McDermott (NTB) 34 points. Category 2 Gerry O’Reilly Snr. 34 points and Category 3 Pat King with a great score of 39 points. Well done to all. There is still time to try and secure Christmas Dinner.
Harte Peat Winter League 2010
The Harte Peat sponsored winter league will commence very soon and as it is a new format, please read the team sheets in the locker room. Study carefully!

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Gonads Christmas Outing

The Gonads Christmas Outing will be at Clones Golf Club on Monday 28th December at 12.30 and will be a 14 hole stableford. Visitors welcome €5 entry fee.

Ladies Club

Well not much news this week from the ladies club as the final scores for the Winter League are being kept secret until the presentation which, by the time you are reading this, was last Tuesday evening. At least it is with confidence we can confirm that Irene Rooney’s team picked up the first prize hampers as their score couldn’t be beaten so well done to Irene Rooney-Team Captain, Nuala Browne, Geraldine Igoe, Kathleen Leonard and Josie Curran. Has anyone noticed that Josie is always on the winning team? We all want her in our team next time!!

7th December 2009

Farewell to Martin Taylor 

The joint club Annual General Meeting presided over by President Liam Quigley, said a fond farewell to Martin Taylor as Club Secretary after 28 years service to the club in various capacities, as he stood down following an emotional speech which received a standing ovation from the assembled members. The minutes of the previous meeting were read which included mention of a much missed member Fred Meehan who sadly passed away in the summer, followed by a comprehensive financial report from both acting Treasurer Sean Kelleher ably assisted by Gerard Kelly. The Motion to increase the subs by the small amount of €40.00 per annum was passed. The new committee will be Club Secretary Paul Fitzpatrick, acting Treasurer (along with a Finance Committee) Sean Kelleher, Gerard Kelly, Paddy McKeown, Leslie McConkey, George Crowe, Maureen Lynch, Anne McCarthy and Noreen McKenna

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn for last week’s Alpha Bet were GOHM and there were no winners of the 3,700 jackpot which now rolls over to 3,800. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Niamh Connolly Connons, Teegan Maguire Clones, Fr. K. McCabe Clontibret, John Maguire Newbliss and Jim McCauley. Well done to them! The winner of the monthly sellers’ prize of €250.00 was Phil McCrystal.

Something Special for Christmas?

Don’t know what to get that someone special in your life for Christmas? Struggling to think of something that he or she will really like? Why not get a Clones Golf Club Gift Voucher! Vouchers can be purchased from the Mary at the bar for any amount and can be used for gloves, balls, part payment of subs or if you’re feeling very generous why not get them their sub for the year and be the best wife/husband ever!

-WINTER LEAGUE 2010-

This will be starting very soon, keep an eye on the notice board.
Christmas voucher competition still ongoing, plenty of time to get a turkey.

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com
Ladies Club

Winter League Week 7

Week 7 sees Team 7 surging ahead some 19 points of their closest rivals with 329 points Scores this week from Irene Rooney 17, Nuala Browne 17 and Geraldine Igoe 17. Still in 2nd place with 310 Team 1-Mary Trant 13, Irene McConkey 19 and Helen Connolly 15. Third are Team 4 with 306-Brid Finlay 12, Noeleen McCague 18 and Noreen McKenna 18. Team 8 are 1 point further back on 305-Joy Cassidy 19, Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton 17 and Maureen Lynch 16. In 5th place are Team 3 with 280-Vera Tighe 17, Eileen Kerr 17 and Celeste McKiernan 12. In 6th spot are Team 5 with 279- Anne Keating 16, Doli Maguire 16 and Beatrice Crudden 18. Team 6 are in 7th place with only 2 cards returned on 261-Una O’Reilly 15 and Anne McCarthy 16 and bringing up the rear on 219 pints are Team 2- Rosita McCabe 15 and Martha O’Grady 13, again only 2 cards returned.

Week 8 Results

Ladies, as we are now in the last week of this exciting competition with the last card to be submitted on Saturday 12th of December, I thought it prudent to let you now the latest state of play! It’s fair to say that no one will catch Team 7 who returned the highest weekly score of the competition last week with 55 points taking their total to 384 some 25 points ahead or anyonw else, well done to Nuala Brown with a fabulous 20 points, Kathleen Leonard 16 and Geraldine Igoe 19. Team 1 are still in 2nd place BUT they are under severe pressure from the threat of Team 8 who are only 1 point further back! It’s all to play for in the final week! Team 1- 359 Mary Trant 27, Irene McConkey 12 and Helen Connolly a magnificent 20. Team 8 on 358-Joy Cassidy 17, Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton 17 and Maureen Lynch 19 (great scores ladies). Slipping to 4th place are team 4 with 351-Catherine Farrell 18, Noeleen McCague 13 and Noreen McKenna 14. In 5th place are team 3 with 328-Vera Tighe 18, Eileen Kerr 18 and Veronica McGorman 12. Still in 6th place are Team 5 with 326-Ann Keating 17, Doli Maguire 16 and Beatrice Crudden 14. Team 6 remain in 7th place with 308 despite a magnificent 22 points from Una O’Reilly and scores from Anne McCarthy 15 and Patricia McMahon 10. And finally in 8th place on 237 are Team 2 with only Martha O’Grady returning a score of 18 points. So as you can see there will be a mad scramble this week to knock Team 2 off the 2nd placed position and with only 8 points separating the next 3 teams it’s all very exciting! Best of luck ladies!

Presentation of Hampers

The presentation of the hampers will take place on Tuesday 15th of December at 8.00 pm and as everyone has supported this competition so enthusiastically there is a prize for everyone! So please come along to congratulate Team 7 who surely can’t be beaten now! Well done to Irene Rooney-Team Captain, Nuala Browne, Geraldine Igoe, Kathleen Leonard and Josie Curran.

30th November 2009

Ollie Walsh New Captain

The Men’s Club AGM was held last Sunday in the clubhouse, Captain Leslie McConkey in his address thanked all committee members of men’s club and joint club for their help and support over the past year. The Captain went on to say how disappointed he was in the failure of members to show up on prize giving nights especially for the major trophies and that maybe the incoming committee would address this matter. The Captain thanked team captains especially the Howell Cup for their success last year. The amount of work done around the club house i.e. new bridge and tarmac, moving of porta cabins was great credit to the hard working committee especially Tommy O’Harte and George Rice, The course last year was in exceptional condition thanks to Paddy McKeown and his men, special thanks to all the volunteers who came out with their strimmers to make Captains day the success it was. In conclusion the captain thanked his family and friends for their support over the year and wished the incoming Captain every success for 2010 it was at this point that the new Captain Mr. Ollie Walsh took over from Leslie. Ollie gave a short speech in which he thanked Leslie for nominating him as his vice captain and that he would hope to be as good an ambassador for the club as he was. Ollie then introduced his nomination for vice captain Mr Tommy O’Harte. Election of Officers and committee then took place. Secretary-Mr Kevin Hickey. Treasurer-Mr Michael O’Toole. Competition Sec.- Mr Frankie Dolan. Handicap Sec.- Mr Pat Fee. Functions-Mr Colm McMahon. Juveniles-Mr Niall Murphy. Teams- Mr George Rice. New Members Mr Pauric Geoghegan. Club PRO- Mr Tommy O’Harte assisted by Mr Paul Fitzpatrick. Ex Officio Mr Leslie McConkey.

-WINTER LEAGUE 2010-

This will be starting very soon, keep an eye on the notice board.
Christmas voucher competition still ongoing, plenty of time to get a turkey.

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were MUNI and there were no winners of the 3,600 jackpot which will rollover to next week in the sum of €3,700. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were M & R Duffy C/O Carton Brothers, R. Thompson Lisnaskea, Sean Noonan Newbliss, Joe Clarke C/O Carton Brothers and Eddie Owens Lisabuck. Well done to them!

WEDGES Christmas Eclectic

The WEDGES are running an eclectic competition every Wednesday until 9th December. With great prizes to be won everyone is welcome. Members €5.00 and visitors €15.00
Web Site Wonder
To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Ladies Club

Winter League-Week 6
Team 7 are still holding on to their lead of 15 points (sure a couple of 20 pointers from Teams 1, 4 or 8 could change all that, there’s still time to knock them off the top spot! Well done to Nuala Browne 15, Kathleen Leonard 12, (welcome home we missed you!) and Geraldine Igoe 19. Another fantastic score from new girl Geraldine! In 2nd place are Team 1 with 263-Mary Trant 16, Irene McConkey 13 and Helen Connolly 11. In 3rd place are Team 4 with 258-Catherine Farrell 17, Brid Finlay 13 and Lady Vice-Captain Noleen McCague 12. Team 8 have jumped 2 places up to 4th spot with 253- Well done to Joy Cassidy 14, Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton 15 and Gemma McMahon 17 (great score Gemma!) In 5th place are Team 3, slipping 2 places, with 234 with scores returned from Veronica McGorman and Eileen Kerr both with 8 points. In 6th place are team 6 with 230-Una O’Reilly 14 and Anne McCarthy 16. Team 5 have sadly slipped from 4th place down to 7th as only Ann Keating from the team returned a score of 13 points. Where was everyone else?! And still in 8th place with 191 (no one from the team played last week) are team 2.

Apologies to Comp. Sec.
Apologies to Vera Tighe the ladies club new competition secretary who was elected last week at the AGM, as she was omitted from the roll of honour is last week’s report.

Congratulations to Ollie
Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton would like to take this opportunity of congratulating Ollie Walsh on his Captaincy and looks forward to working with him in the coming 12 months. The ladies club would also like to add their congratulations to Ollie and to Tommy O’Harte the new vice captain.

23rd November 2009

Men’s A.G.M Sunday

The Men’s Club Annual General Meeting will commence at 5.00 pm sharp on Sunday next the 29th of November. It’s your club, your decisions BUT only if you are there to have your say.

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn is last week’s Alpha Bet were FRPT and there were no winners of the 3,500 jackpot which will rollover to 3,600. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Gregory Murphy C/O P. McCrystal, Pat Mullen C/O Annie’s, Seamus Reilly Newbliss, Daniel Trotter Lisnaskea and Jonathon Rice Lisnaskea. Well done to them! Draw every Monday night in the clubhouse but a ticket wherever you see the Alpha Bet posters.

WEDGES Christmas Eclectic

The WEDGES are running an eclectic competition every Wednesday until 9th December. With great prizes to be won everyone is welcome. Members €5.00 and visitors €15.00

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Ladies Club

Well the weather certainly beat the ladies plans for their presentation evening and supper on Thursday last with most of the roads flooded it was thought prudent to postpone the event until Friday however with the waters not receding by Friday evening it was moved again to Sunday at 3 pm just before the AGM. The event lacked the party atmosphere which the ladies had so meticulously planned for with a fabulous buffet and Karaoke sing a long for afterwards. Everyone knew that the serious business of the AGM had to come before the party mood could take over. The presentation started with Mary Trant accepting her 7th Golfer of the Year in 6 years and Mary treated us to a rather scathing satirical poem called “I know what you are thinking”

I Know What You Are Thinking!

Oh not again that Mary Trant is getting to be a right pain
can’t she break a leg or arm or at least suffer some back strain
Give someone else a chance to win the golfer of the year
she’s hogged it far too long you know, 6 times in 7 years!

She’s won the silver medal, rose bowl and birdie tree
As she gets up to collect her prizes I’ll shout out “it should have been me”!
Maybe she’ll get arthritis or suffer failing sight
or maybe we should make her play her golf in the black of night.

When she started playing golf with a handicap of 45
we thought that when it was cut her golf would take a dive
Oh no not her, still winning prizes it gets right on my wick
out playing every chance she gets she’s never too tired or sick

maybe that’s the answer the more you play the better
come rain or shine or snow or frost she really is a go getter
if I play golf more than once a week maybe I will advance
and get to win a prize or two it might just give me a chance

Joan Connolly was a prospect to knock her off her perch
but she moved up to Dublin and left us in the lurch
we’ll now rely on Geraldine to offer some competition
surely she can put a stop to these annual renditions

Anne McCarthy & Gemma were close this year we thought
the last 18 holes of the season would give the result we all sought
But Gemma went and blew it and Anne McCarthy played worse
so again we have to listen to another b****y verse! 

Maybe we shouldn’t begrudge her, the time will come too soon
when she’s far too old or arthritic for golf and she’ll sing a different tune
She can’t keeping going ad infinitum she’ll soon play bad and loose
in the meantime I’ll keep practicing and be ready to step into her shoes

So through gritted teeth I’ll pat her back and say well done once more
and be thinking
make the most of it old girl you can’t keep bringing in a score
my time will come and yours will go until that happens I plea
everything you know about golf, please will you teach me!

Mary also collected the birdie tree, Silver medal and Rose Bowl Matchplay Trophy. Rosita collected the rose bowl runners up prize and reiterated that it was a great match taken to the 19th hole. Gemma McMahon won the par pyramid and collected the Junior cup with Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick runner up and again a fabulous match which ended on the 22nd hole! The Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy was won by Elaine Hamilton and Eileen Maguire runner up. The silver spoon also went to Eileen Maguire and the bronze medal went to a very ecstatic Noleen McCague who didn’t think she’d done enough to win anything! Brid Finlay collected a prize for the last ever ILGU Pendant.

Matters quickly moved on to the AGM and Teresa Fitzpatrick the outgoing Lady Captain eloquently thanked her committee for all their hard work throughout the year and the outgoing Secretary Anne McCarthy gave a very comprehensive report about Teresa’s year followed by Maureen’s Treasurers report. Teresa Fitzpatrick then introduced the new Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton who was warmly welcomed by the ladies who then in turn asked Noleen McCague to join her as her vice-captain. The new committee was then elected. Secretary-Bridie Keenan, Treasurer-Maureen Lynch, Handicap Secretary-Mary O’Toole, PRO-Mary Trant, committee members Joy Cassidy (you don’t get off that lightly Joy!), Brid Finlay, Eileen Kerr, Doli Maguire, Anne McCarthy (no time off for you either!) and one of our newer ladies Veronica McGorman. Proceedings were concluded and the ladies were invited to stay for the supper and a bit of Karaoke. What a packed afternoon!

Week 5 Results

The 9-hole stableford Winter League continues and still at the top are team 7 with 232, Irene Rooney 12, Nuala Browne 18 and Geraldine Igoe 22 (yes 22 Wow!! Well done!) Team 1 have made it into 2nd place with 223 Mary Trant 13, Irene McConkey 17 and Helen Connolly 17. Team 3 are third with 218 Vera Tighe with a fabulous 20, Eileen Kerr 14 and Celeste McKiernan 10. Team 4 & 5 are joint 4th with 216-Catherine Farrell 16, Brid Finlay 13 and Noleen McCague 10. Team 5-Anne Keating 16, Teresa Fitzpatrick 15 and Beatrice Crudden 17. In 6th place are Team 8 with 207 Joy Cassidy 14, Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton 16 and Maureen Lynch 13. In 7th place Team 6 with 200 Una O’Reilly 16, Anne McCarthy 16 and Marion Foy 11 and finally in 8th place are Team 2 with 191 Rosita McCabe 17 Lynn Whelan 12 and Martha O’Grady 15. Well done to everyone and look out for next week’s results as again all change due to the atrocious weather conditions which kept many of our ladies away! Ooooh! Can’t wait!

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

All the ladies of Clones Golf Club wish our new Lady Captain Elaine Hamilton a very successful and happy year and most of all enjoy it!

16th November 2009

Men’s Club A.G.M.

Please note that the Men’s Club AGM is on Sunday 29th November (and not 22nd as previously reported) at 5 P.M. and the joint club A.G.M. is on the following Sunday 6th December. We would like to see as many as possible attend.

Captain’s Dinner

Congratulations to both Captains on a very enjoyable Captains’ Dinner, held in the Creighton Hotel last Saturday night, dancing and the craic went on to the wee hours. Both Captains Mr. Leslie McConkey and Mrs Teresa Fitzpatrick thanked their committees for the past year and wished in coming Captains every success for 2010.

Members’ Cup.

Due to a slight oversight in weekly reports I would like to apologise to Mr Leo Herbert for failing to mention his victory in this club competition. Congratulations to him and all the winners over the past year.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn is last week’s Alpha Bet would have KEPT you happy for a while but nobody selected these letters to win the 3,400 jackpot so the money rolls over to next week in the amount of 3,500. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were S. McPhillips Lisnaskea, Judith Curran Clones, Mary McGuigan Clones, Mary Maguire Clonmackin and Gerry Gleeson Lisnaskea. Well done to them!

WEDGES Christmas Eclectic

The WEDGES are running an eclectic competition every Wednesday until 9th December. With great prizes to be won everyone is welcome. Members €5.00 and visitors €15.00

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Ladies Club-A.G.M.

Ladies Club AGM will take place on Sunday 22nd November at 3.00 pm. The Joint Club AGM will be held on Sunday 6th December.

Ladies Presentation Night

Ladies there will be the presentation of the Matchplay Trophies, birdie tree, par pyramid, GOY and ILGU Medals on Thursday 19th November at 8.30 pm in the clubhouse. Please make every effort to attend.

Week 4 Ladies Winter League

It’s tight at the top after week 4 of the 9-hole inner course ladies Winter League stableford competition with only 6 points separating the top 4 teams. Team 7 are claiming top spot on their own this week with 180 points- Irene Rooney 16, Nuala Browne 17 and Geraldine Igoe 14. Team 4 are in 2nd place with 178 points-Brid Finlay 15, Noleen McCague 9 and Noreen McKenna 17. Team 1 have moved up a slot into 3rd with 176 points-Well done to Mary Trant who scored 20 points, Helen Connolly 12 and Anne Slowey 14. In 4th place, slipping from 3rd are Team 3 with 174 points-Vera Tighe 14, Eileen Maguire 15 and Celeste McKiernan 13. Swooping up the leader board from 7th to 5th place are team 5 with 168 points good scores from Ann Keating 18, Doli Maguire 16 and LC Teresa Fitzpatrick 19. In 6th place are team 8 with 164-Joy Cassidy 13, Elaine Hamilton 14 and Annie Moore 13. In 7th place are Team 6 with 157-Una O’Reilly 16, Anne McCarthy 17 and Mary O’Toole 8 and finally in 8th place we have team 2 with 147 points. Again only 2 cards returned for this team which is sadly impacting on their score but well done to Lynn Whelan 16 and Martha O’Grady 14. It will be all change again next week ladies as there are another couple of 20 pointers in so watch this space! It’s so exciting!!

9th November 2009

Men’s Turkey Competition

Week one winners. Category 1 (0 to 12) Mac Sammon 31 points. Cat 2 (13 to 18) Philip Brides 33 points Cat 3 (19+) Benny Igoe 34 points.

Captains’ Dinner on Saturday night 14th November Creighton Hotel Clones.

€35 each tickets on sale in clubhouse. Presentation of all club major competition cup winners on the night, Scratch Cup Fergal O’Reilly, Hilton Cup-Pat Ryan, Mixed Foursomes Cup Irene Rooney and Packie McCarville Members Cup Leo Herbert.
Weekly competition running from Monday to Friday for Christmas vouchers also every Wednesday wedges for vouchers.

A.G.M. 

Ladies Club AGM will take place on Sunday 22nd November at 3.00 pm and shortly afterwards the Men’s club AGM will take place at 5.00 p.m. All motions to be in before 9th November please. The Joint Club AGM will be two weeks later on Sunday 6th December.

WEDGES Christmas Eclectic

The WEDGES are running an eclectic competition from Wednesday 11th November every Wednesday until 9th December. With great prizes to be won everyone is welcome. Members €5.00 and visitors €15.00
Web Site Wonder
To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were CRZJ and there were no winners of the 3,300 jackpot which now rolls over to next week. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Aidan Sheridan Newbliss, Don McArdle Castleblayney, Macartan McQuaid Tydavnet, Anne Flynn Ballybay and Des Connolly Smithboro. Well done to them.

Ladies Club

Ladies Presentation Night
Ladies there will be the presentation of the Matchplay Trophies, birdie tree, par pyramid, GOY and ILGU Medals on Thursday 19th November at 8.30 pm in the clubhouse. Please make every effort to attend.

Winter League-Week 3 
There is still much excitement and enthusiasm for this 5 person team format stebleford over the inner 9 holes and whilst team 4 are still in the lead with 137 points- Brid Finlay 12, Noleen McCague 16 and Noreen McKenna 15 they have been joined by Team 7 also with 137 points who leapt from 4th place, Irene Rooney 16, Nuala Brown 17 and Geraldine Igoe 18. In 3rd place with 132 are team 3-Vera Tighe 16, Celeste McKiernan 14 and Veronica McGorman 16. Slipping to 4th place are Team 4 with 130 points-Mary Trant 16, Irene McConkey 14 and Helen Connolly 12.in 5th spot are team 8 with 124 points-Joy Cassidy 13, Elaine Hamilton 14 and Maureen Lynch 13. In 6th place are Team 2 who have slipped from 2nd place with 117 points (only 2 cards were returned !) Lyn Whelan 14 and Martha O’Grady 14. In 7th place with 115 points are Team 5-Ann Keating 17, Teresa Fitzpatrick 16 and Beatrice Crudden 17. In 8th place are Team 6 with 106 points-Una O’Reilly 18, Anne McCarthy 14 and Mary O’Toole 11. You see how crucial it is to get 3 team members cards in ladies, it can make a huge difference! It could all change in the next 2 weeks as a little birdie tells me there are at least two 20 pointers in!

And Finally.....

Birthday greetings for Thursday to Betty Tighe, have a good one! And special birthday greetings to Treasurer Maureen Lynch who is celebrating a significant birthday!

2nd November 2009

Holmpatrick Cup.

Peter McCague and Jack McCarron represented Ulster in the All Ireland Final of the Holmpatrick Cup at the home of golf. Peter and Jack did the club proud in this competition which was held at St Andrews Golf Club and came in second spot overall. The photos capture memories which will last with them a lifetime. THE famous bridge and of course a friendly chat with Paul McGinley!

A.G.M.

Ladies Club AGM will take place on Sunday 22nd November at 3.00 pm and shortly afterwards the Men’s club AGM will take place at 5.00 p.m. All motions to be in before 9th November please. The Joint Club AGM will be two weeks later on Sunday 6th December.

CAPTAINS’ DINNER

Captains Leslie and Teresa are holding their Captains’ dinner on Saturday night 14th November in the Creighton Hotel, Clones tickets are available behind the bar from at €35 each.

WEDGES Christmas Eclectic

The WEDGES are running an eclectic competition from Wednesday 11th November every Wednesday until 9th December. With great prizes to be won everyone is welcome. Members €5.00 and visitors €15.00
Web Site Wonder
To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were BRZJ and there were no winners of the 3,200 jackpot which now rolls over to 3,300. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Derek McLaughlin Clones, Seamus McCague, Drumartin Close, Barry Duffy Ballybay, David Rafferty Cara Street Clones and Paddy Hughes Ballybay. The winner of the €250 monthly sellers’ prize draw was Vincent Lynch. Well done to all winners.

Mixed Foursomes Matchplay Result

Do remember that really bad Saturday of the Bank Holiday weekend? You know when there were gale force winds and horizontal rain? Well that’s when the finalists of the mixed foursomes matchplay chose to contest their match! The first 9 holes weren’t too bad with a glimmer of sunshine promising a better day than expected, Gene McEnroe & Mary Trant held their own against the favourites Patrick McCarville and Irene Rooney only 2 down after 9. However the superior golf of Packie and Irene was more than evident over the ensuing holes and as the rain and wind increased Gene and Mary struggled to match Packie’s fabulous long shots and pin point accuracy and Irene’s spot on putting and their spirits weren’t the only things dampened! Gene & Mary didn’t bring their best game on the day and congratulations go to Packie McCarville and Irene Rooney who won with a Ross Fisher margin of 4 & 3. Commiserations to Mary & Gene a new pairing, who were delighted to have made it as far as the final and will give it another go next year!

Ladies Presentation Night

Ladies there will be the presentation of the Matchplay Trophies, birdie tree, par pyramid, GOY and ILGU Medals on Thursday 19th November at 8.30 pm in the clubhouse. Please make every effort to attend.

Ladies Winter League

Week 2 of the ladies 9 hole “old course” winter league sees team 4 still in the lead with 94 points well done to Catherine Farrell 18 points, Noleen McCague 15 and Noreen McKenna 16. In 2nd spot team 2 with 89 points-Rosita McCabe 17, Lyne Whelan 17 and Martha O’Grady 11 points. Team 1 are in 3rd place with 88 points-Mary Trant 14, Mary McGuigan 17 and Helen Connolly 13. In joint 4th place are teams 3 & 7 with 86 points. Team 3-Vera Tighe 16, Eileen Maguire 14 and Celeste McKiernan 14. Team 7- Irene Rooney 16, Nuala Browne 14 and Geraldine Igoe 17. In 6th place are Team 8 with 84 points-Joy Cassidy 16, Elaine Hamilton 15 and Maureen Lynch 11. In 7th place are team 5 with 65 points- Ann Keating 16, Doli Maguire 11 and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick 11 and finally still in 8th place are team 6 with 63 points-Una O’Reilly 17, Anne McCarthy 14 and Mary O’Toole 11. Well done to everyone who played, remember your team needs you! Remember to put your putting fines in the jar; it’s for a good cause!

23rd October 2009

Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane?

There was great excitement the weekend before last when an object was spotted flying slow and low towards the clubhouse. The photo shows brothers Michael & Pat Connolly getting a good close look at the passing UFO!!

Men’s Club Weekly updates :

A.G.M.
Men’s club AGM will take place on Sunday 22nd November at 5 p.m. with the Joint Club AGM two weeks later on Sunday 6th December.

CAPTAINS’ DINNER 

Captains Leslie and Teresa are holding their Captains’ dinner on Saturday night 14th November in the Creighton Hotel, Clones tickets will be available behind the bar from next week.

Web Site Wonder

To catch up on all the news at Clones Golf Club please go to www.clonesgolfclub.com

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were FRKZ and there were no winners of the 3,100 jackpot which now rolls over to 3,200. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Deirdre McGuigan Clones, M & J McAdoo Newbliss, Siobhan Smith C/O Cavan General, Liam Brogan Clones and Bridie Keenan Ballybay.

Clones Golf Club Bridge Club

The Bridge Club played for the cup the week before last and congratulations go to the winners Mary McGorman and Mary Lennon. In 2nd spot were Nat Doonan and Mary McGuigan and in third place Vera Tighe and Maureen Lynch. Anyone wishing to join the Bridge Club should come along on a Wednesday evening to the clubhouse.

Ladies Winter League

The results of the first week’s “old course” 9 hole stableford Ladies Winter League are as follows: In 1st spot Team 4 with 45 points- Catherine Farrell 16, Noreen McKenna 17 and Noleen McCague 12. In joint second place are Team 1 and Team 2 with 44 points. Team 1-Mary Trant 17, Mary McGuigan 14 and Irene McConkey 13. Team 2-Rosita McCabe 17, Lyn Whelan 15 and Martha O’Grady 12. In joint 4th place are teams 3 & 8. Team 3 Vera Tighe 15, Eileen Maguire 13 and Celeste McKiernan 14. Team 8-Joy Cassidy 13, Elaine Hamilton 15 and Gemma McMahon 14. In 6th place are Team 7-Irene Rooney 12, Josie Curran 11 and Geraldine Igoe 16. In 7th place Team 5- Marie Douglas 18 and Doli Maguire 9 and holding up the table are team 6 Una O’Reilly 8 and Anne McCarthy 13. With 3 cards from each team to count every week it is vital that Team Captains encourage as many of their team members to play as possible.

Matchplay Mistake!

Never rely on clubhouse gossip for details of how matches go! The Junior Cup played between Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick and Gemma McMahon actually went down to the final putt on the 20th hole and not the 19th as previously reported. With Gemma conceding 7 shots (not 4 shots as previously reported) Gemma won holes 1,2,5,7,8 and 9 including a fine chip- in par at the 5th, and with Teresa only managing wins on holes 3 and 6 by the 11th hole Gemma was 5 holes up. Teresa decided to give herself a stiff talking to and managed to win the 12th halve the 13th and win the 14th 15th 16th and 17th ! So it was all square down the 18th and with both ladies coming off with a 6 it was down the 19th which was again halved. Both Teresa and Gemma were putting for pars on the par 3, 20th hole, Gemma got hers and LC didn’t. What an exciting match and again well done Gemma and hard luck Teresa.

19th October 2009

Bank Holiday Weekend 3 Person Team

There will be a 3 Person Team event this coming Bank Holiday weekend Saturday 24th October, Sunday 25th October and Bank Holiday Monday 26th October. The course is in fine fettle so gather up 2 buddies and get yourself on the timesheet tel: 047 556017. The teams can be any combination of ladies or gents.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn for last week’s Alpha Bet were KMUW and there were no winners of the 3,000 jackpot which will now roll over to 3,100. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Anna Woods, Analore, Annie McGinn Newbliss, Helen Watters C/O Cavan General, Chas Lynch C/O Carlton Brothers and Margaret Rehill Scotshouse. Well done to them. Draw every Monday night in the clubhouse tickets are 1 pound or one euro and you win in the corresponding currency.

Mixed Matchplay Final Saturday

The last semi final of the mixed foursomes matchplay took place on Sunday last with Nat Doonan and Anne McCarthy meeting Gene McEnroe and Mary Trant. Despite Gene and Mary conceding 5 shots to their opponents it’s fair to say that Anne & Nat didn’t bring their “A” game with them and congratulations go to Gene McEnroe and Mary Trant who took full advantage with a 6 & 5 win. Gene and Mary now meet Patrick McCarville and Irene Rooney on Saturday for the final showdown! Good luck to both couples.

Ladies Winter League

The first week of the Ladies Winter League attracted 54 entries for the 9 hole repeater stableford competition. The weather certainly played its part. The first week’s scores will be published next week. Remember ladies if you use your putter more than twice at a hole (on or off the green) OR you don’t score at the hole there is a 10 cent fine for Cancer Research. Place your fines in the jar!

Junior Cup Result

The final of the Junior Matchplay Cup was played last Friday between Gemma McMahon and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick. With only 4 shots difference it was a tight match and went all the way to the 19th! Well done Gemma and commiserations to L.C!

Captains Dinner Dance 

A  note for your diary. The Captains’ Dinner will be held at The Creighton Hotel on Saturday 14th November and Captain Leslie McConkey and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick would be delighted if you would join them to celebrate their year.

And Finally......

Congratulations to Michael & Helen Connolly another Grandson safely arrived.

12th October 2009

Fine Dining for Matthews Winners

The winners of the Matthews Open Weekend will be treated to a fine dining experience at The Olde Post and Clones Golf Club would once again like to thank Eugene & Mary McCaughey for their generous sponsorship for the 17th consecutive year. Well done to Gerard Trant and Elaine Hamilton. Their prizes were presented by Katie McGuigan representing Matthews of Clones in the absence of the sponsors. Full results are as follows: 1st place went to Gerard Trant with 41 points in 2nd place also with 41 points was Michael Connolly and also with 41 points in third spot was George Crowe. The Lady Vice Captain Elaine Hamilton won the ladies section with 33 points, sisters Eileen Maguire and Rosita McCabe were second and third also with 33 points. Well done to all winners. Thanks also to our visitors from Rossmore, Bray, Castlecoole, Cavan, Belturbet and Aughnacloy for supporting this open weekend.

Holmpatrick Cup.

Peter McCague and Jack McCarron did the club proud in this competition which was held at St Andrews Golf Club. In this All Ireland competition Peter and Jack came in second spot overall.

Scratch Cup.

Winner Fergal Reilly. Reminder to all concerned that the finals must be played by the 31st October in the remaining club competitions.
Winner of the wedges last  Wednesday was Robert Kennedy.

Last Men’s Monthly Medal-GOY

This week end sees the last Monthly Medal of the year, time sheet in operation 047 56017.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha-Bet could have brought a tear to your eye but no one had CRYS to win the 2,900 jackpot which now rolls over to 3,000. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Gretta Wilson Lisnaskea, Frank Burke Scotshouse, Peter Finnegan Ballybay, Benny McKenna C/O McQuillan’s Bar and B. Lambe C/O Skule Inn. Well done to them.

Ladies Winter League

Well the great weather this week should surely tempt the ladies out for the first week of the Winter League. Ladies you have until Saturday to get your first cards in. The weeks run from Sunday to Saturday. Remember any hole not finished out in this stableford “old” 9 holer or any 3 putt or more will result in a 10 cent fine for charity! So think long and hard before you automatically reach for the putter just off the green! The teams are as follows: Team 1-Mary Trant, Mary McGuigan, Irene McConkey, Helen Connolly and Ann Slowey. Team 2-Rosita McCabe, Lyne Whelan, Martha O’Grady, Margaret Copas and Bridie Keenan. Team 3-Vera Tighe, Eileen Maguire, Eileen Kerr, Celeste McKiernan and Veronica McGorman. Team 4-Catherine Farrell, Brid Finlay, Noeleen McCague, Noreen McKenna and Mary O’Reilly. Team 5- Ann Keating, Marie Douglas, Doli Maguire, Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick and Beatrice Crudden. Team 6- Una O’Reilly, Anne McCarthy, Mary O’Toole, Marion Foy and Patricia McMahon. Team 7- Irene Rooney, Nuala Brown, Kathleen Leonard, Josie Curran and Geraldine Igoe. Team 8- Joy Cassidy, Elaine Hamilton, Gemma McMahon, Maureen Lynch and Annie Moore. Remember ladies you can play as often as you wish but only one of your cards will count each week. Could the Team Captains kindly contact their team members with all the information. Enjoy!

Well Matched Matchplayers!

The final of the Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy took place last Saturday between Eileen Maguire and Elaine Hamilton and with 5 shots conceded by Elaine, she found it tough enough being 3 down at one stage. However Elaine kept her cool and chipped away at Eileen’s lead to get the match back to all square going down the 18th. Both ladies were just on the 18th green with their 3rd shots and with the pin right at the back of the green Eileen Maguire putted her ball up beside the pin and was given the 5. Elaine then stood up to her putt and miracle of miracles her ball disappeared into the hole for a 4! Well done to both ladies a magnificent match and a good win for Elaine. The final of the Rose Bowl was also played on Saturday between Rosita McCabe and Mary Trant and with Mary conceding just one shot to Rosita it was a nip and tuck battle all the way. The ladies were never more that 1 hole up or down and indeed for the majority of the match it was all square. Rosita and Mary couldn’t be separated on the 18th either and headed down the 19th. Sadly Rosita got into trouble off the tee and Mary took full advantage and put her ball beside the green for 2 against Rosita’s 3. So it was down to chipping and putting and Mary had the better luck just pipping Rosita at the post! The ladies would like to thank all their spectators for their interest and for letting them through on the back stretch of the course. Well done again to Elaine and Mary. We now await with much interest the result of the Junior Cup between Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick and Gemma McMahon.

Par Pyramid & Birdie Tree

This year’s Par Pyramid was won by Gemma McMahon with 21 pars just beating Noeleen McCague who had 20 and Nuala Brown a very close 3rd with 18. Well done ladies. The Birdie Tree was won by Mary Trant with 8 birdies.

And Finally.....

A note for your diary. The Captains’ Dinner will be held at The Creighton Hotel on Saturday 14th November and Captain Leslie McConkey and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick would be delighted if you would join them to celebrate their year.

5th October 2009

Matthews Open Weekend

Alpha Bet

Howell Cup Heroes!

Ladies Winter League

Matchplay Update

28th September 2009

Clones-OPEN Weekend

Clones Golf Club are hosting the annual Matthews sponsored OPEN weekend from Friday 2nd October to Sunday 4th October inclusive. You can enter this 18 hole repeater stableford competition for the small sum of €15.00 (€8 for members and €5 to repeat). Eugene & Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones are generously sponsoring 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes for both ladies and gents. Visitors are urged to come and play the course which is a great test of golf with stunning views and a warm welcome in the clubhouse. Timesheet in operation book early to avoid disappointment Tel: 047 56017.

Men’s Club Weekly updates :

HOWELL CUP WINNERS.

ALLIANCE CUP.

PRINGLE CUP

RACE NIGHT.

Ladies Club

Anne’s Great Score

Matchplay Updates

ILGU Medals

Ladies Winter League

And Finally.........

21st September 2009

Weekly updates :

Men’s Club

Congratulations to Peter McCague and Jack McCarron on winning the Ulster final of the Holmpatrick cup which was held at Concra Wood, Golf Club Castleblayney. Peter and Jack will now represent Ulster in the all Ireland final which is in the famous St Andrews Golf Club, Scotland. Good luck boys.
This week-end sees John Mc Daid’s Howell Cup team play their second leg of the Howell Cup Final at Crover House. Two points needed lads don’t blow it.
Don’t forget the race night on Saturday 3rd October, still plenty of time to sort out a horse and jockey, come along and enjoy the craic!
Saturday 26th September and Sunday 27th September is the men’s penultimate Monthly Medal so if you are in the running for GOY good luck!
A date for your diaries Matthews OPEN weekend is looming so keep the weekend Friday 2nd October, Saturday 3rd October and Sunday 4th October free as there will be an 18 hole stableford repeater kindly sponsored by Matthews of Clones. Prizes for ladies and gents.

Ladies Club

Last week’s fabulous weather didn’t tempt too may ladies to play in the 18 hole stableford competition resulting in only 2 section prizes. Ann Keating won section A with 31 points and Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick claimed section B with 25 points well done ladies. Thursday 24th September is another 18 hole stableford so ladies your last chance to limber up before the Matthews OPEN weekend at the beginning of October.

Matthews Open Weekend
Ladies and gentlemen Eugene and Mary McCaughey of Matthews of Clones are kindly sponsoring this annual event which will be held from Friday 2nd October until Sunday 4th October. The 18 hole stableford repeater is for both genders and there will be prizes for both. Spread the word and come along and enjoy the Clones experience.

Mary Trant GOY
The ladies club Golfer of the Year has again been claimed by Mary Trant (15). This is Mary’s 6th GOY in seven years! Well done.

Matchplay Trophies
The ladies Matchplay trophies are coming to their climax and full details will be in next week’s report.

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

Everyone at the Club wishes President Mr. Liam Quigley a speedy recovery following his recent illness.

11th September 2009

Ladies Club

Brid’s Good Golf Continues

Ladies Presentation Evening

3 T’s at Slieve Russell

Alpha Bet

And Finally.......

31st August 2009

CAPTAINS DAY 2009

Leslie McConkey was in the clubhouse to meet and greet the first players at 8 o’clock in the morning and I am told it was nearly 24 hrs later when he got home to bed. The weather on the day was brilliant. The course was in great condition thanks to Paddy McKeown and his staff and of course the many volunteers over the past week, who helped strim and tidy up. The time sheet was filled from 8 am to 4.40 pm with over 150 playing and all who played enjoyed the day.
The presentation of prizes on the night saw the clubhouse filled to capacity such is the popularity of the Captain. The music was performed by the popular G.Strings early on and the audience were treated to a couple of their big hits.
Captain Leslie thanked all members of the men’s club committee and the management committee for their support over the last nine months he also thanked the ladies of Clones Golf Club for their help in the smooth running of this day. Captain Leslie paid a moving tribute to Fred Meehan who was his good friend and golfing partner for 20 years, sadly Fred passed away a short time ago. Lesley also paid tribute to his mother who was unable to be with him on his Captain’s day due to illness.
The presentation of prizes the took place with the Captain’s prize going to Cootehill man Mr Benny Igoe, let’s hope he can adapt to his new clubs. Benny had a score of 68 net, runner up was Leo McEntee 68 net third was Derek Benson 69 net and gross prize to Donal Reilly 77. 1st nine Tony Morgan, 2nd nine Brendan McKeogh. Past Captain Charlie Browne 72 net committee prize Frankie Dolan 72 net. Seniors Terry Lennon 71 net. Longest drive Fergal O’ Reilly. Nearest the Pin Nat Doonan. Visitors prize Robert Kennedy. Student Peter McCague 66 net. r/up Fergal Connolly 66 net. Captains prize to the ladies First place Brid Finley 74 nett, 2nd Mary Trant 78 nett and gross Maire Douglas 98. Auction winner was Mr Leo Rooney.

Dates for your Diary

Juvenile Golf 2009

Alpha Bet

Ladies Club

Brid on a Roll!

Fixture Focus

Date for Your Diary

24th August 2009

Leslie McConkey-Captain’s Day

Good luck to our Captain Leslie for Saturday 29th August, when he will host his Captain’s Prize, let’s hope the weather is kind. The draw for playing partners and tee times is on display in the clubhouse. You can also view the full timesheet online at www.clonesgolfclub.com along with all the other club news. If you are not computer literate then you can ‘phone Mary in the clubhouse on 047 56017 if you need to check. Captains day is the one day where your support is needed so if you have your name on the time sheet please do your best to be there, if you can’t make it please phone and let someone know. Early arrival for your tee time will ensure the smooth running of the day. The men’s committee would like to wish Leslie a very successful day. Good luck to everyone playing.

Jack Wins July MM

The winner of the July Monthly Medal was young gun Jack McCarron with a 64 nett and the runner up was Stevie McCaffrey with 68. The gross went to another young gun, Evan Gibbons with a gross 79. Well done gentlemen.

Dermott McGuigan Cup

The winner of the coveted Dermott McGuigan Memorial Cup was won by Marty Carey with a nett 66. Runner up was Darren McMahon 68 and the gross went to Patrick McCarville with 74.
Dates for your Diary
Saturday September 5th Club Competition
Sunday September 6th scratch cups
Saturday September 12th and Sunday 13th club competition
September 19th and 20th- Pringle Cup
September 26th and 27th Monthly Medal

Juvenile Golf 2009

Juvenile golf every Monday evening from 7.00 pm to 8.30 pm for the next 3 weeks. Any young golfer interested in coming along must register with John McNicholas with €50.00 subscription prior to playing.

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were BSXD and there were no winners of the 2,100 jackpot. The 5 lucky dippers were Paddy Hughes C/O Brid Finlay, Tracey McAviney Newbliss, Eileen Fitzpatrick Redhills, James McKenna C/O B. McAviney and P. McMahon Clones. Well done to them. The jackpot now rolls over to 2,200 so pick up an envelope anywhere you see the Alpha posters or stop one of our lovely ticket sellers!

Captain’s Prize to the Ladies

Captain Mr. Leslie McConkey’s prize to the ladies was held last Thursday in appallingly wet and windy conditions. This pre-drawn stroke competition was much coveted and the ladies fought hard to be among the number in the winner’s enclosure this coming Saturday night. Captain Leslie was on hand to meet and greet the ladies as they came in off the course wet and dejected and he was met with “sorry Leslie, we did our best but no good”. The course was playing very tough and the scores reflected the difficult conditions. No one escaped the downpours no matter what time they played. The importance of the occasion also provoked some uncharacteristic golf with usually steady players losing 3 or 4 balls on one hole and ladies scoring double figures on holes, that they would usually par, it was all very odd. However, many congratulations to the winner who was delighted when she heard the news and let out a rousing “whoooop!” because it’s a long time since she was in the prizes, well done to Brid Finlay (21) with a nett 74. In 2nd place Mary Trant (15) with 78 nett and the gross went Marie Douglas (19) with 98. Well done ladies!

Fixture Focus

Thursday 27th August sees the conclusion to the 4 ball better ball competition and the following Thursday 3rd September is the last major in the ladies calendar and again this is a pre-drawn competition so please check locker room for playing partners for the Monaghan Property Sales Trophy, good luck!

Learner Ladies

The introduction to golf evenings for ladies, continues each Tuesday from 6.30 pm and if there are any younger lassies wishing to have a go, the juvenile golf takes place on Mondays from 7.00 pm. The ladies lessons will conclude at the end of August BUT don’t despair because Brid Finlay is organising a few sessions with a professional for a very reasonable fee so if you are interested in a bit of professional one to one please contact Brid.

And Finally.....

Lady Captain Mrs Teresa Fitzpatrick along with the ladies committee and all the ladies in the club wish Leslie McConkey the best of luck for his big day on Saturday! May the sun shine, may the scores be great and most of all may you enjoy every moment of your day.

20th July 2009

Classic Golf Weekend

The Bank holiday weekend Friday July 31st until Sunday 2nd August Clones Golf Club hold their annual golf classic and along with all our regular sponsors and supporters we are asking members to club together and enter a team in the classic. Entry fee 200 euro. Time sheet in operation 047 56017.

Vice Presidents Cup-

Winner -Fergal Reilly 66, 2nd Tommy Harte 66, gross Mickie Dowds 81
Wedges Winners, 8th July 1st Liam Quigley, 15th July 1st G O’Reilly. This is an open 14 hole stableford competition every Wednesday

Mixed Foursomes Cup

The mixed foursomes cup was held on Friday 10th July 2009 the winners with a nett 67 were Charlie and Nuala Browne, there’s no substitute for class!

Men’s July Monthly Medal

Next weekend’s competition is the July Monthly Medal, time sheet in operation 047 56017.
Good luck to the Howell cup team who are away to Mannan Castle on Saturday.

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were MURN and there were no winners of the 3,100 jackpot which rolls over to E3,200 next week. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Linda Foy Newbliss, John McEniff Smithboro, Dolores McGuigan Clones, Shane McNaughton Lisoarty and Teegan Maguire Clonmore.

Ladies Club

Mary Nett 68

The 18 hole GOY stroke medal draw held on the 12th and 16th of July produced mixed fortunes for the ladies. Mary Trant (16) carded her best round on the year so far with many pars and a welcomed birdie to produce the winning score of 68 nett in Section A. Mary is delighted to have lost a shot and is back to 15. Section 21-28 winner with a rather modest 80 nett was Ann McCarthy (21), the least said the better! Section C was won by Gemma McMahon (30) also with a modest enough score of 75 nett although her score was enough to shave another shot off that ever decreasing handicap and Gemma now plays off 29. Well done ladies.

Beginners Change to Tuesday

The ladies golf beginner classes will now be held on Tuesday evenings at 6.30 pm. Hopefully the course will be a little quieter for our fledgling golfers. Please note Timesheet is booked from 6.30 pm to let our new ladies away.

Fixture Focus

The conclusion of the 18 hole stroke medal DRAW will be on Thursday 23rd July with prizes sponsored by Roisin Kerr, Patricia Brady and Eileen Maguire. The following week Sunday 26th July and Thursday 30th July is 18 hole stableford with prizes sponsored by Bridie Keenan, Caroline Bailey and Lynn Whelan.

Classic Appeal

The annual golf classic is to be held on Friday 31st July until Sunday 2nd August teams can be entered for the credit crunching small price of €200 for a team of 4, so ladies how about getting together and putting in a team, the prizes are fabulous! Remember there is also a raffle for a Powakaddy tickets €5. Anyone wishing to sponsor a team or tee please contact President Liam Quigley 087 2402 494.

Matchplay Up-Date

The Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy is well under way with the second round now in progress. The draws will be held shortly for the Junior Cup and Rose Bowl so ladies get your names down and don’t miss out!
And Finally.......

One of our ladies DID win a prize in Enniskillen in the open day and congratulations go to Irene Rooney who was nearest the pin!

13th July 2009

Clones Golf Club-Ladies

Mary Off to Massareene

Open Weekend Results

Ladies Fixture Focus

Beginner Ladies

Matchplay Season

Great Day Out

Alpha-Bet

6th July 2009

Men’s Club

Weekly updates:

Next weekend competitions

July 10th. Mixed foursomes cup.
July 11th & 12th Vice presidents cup. Time sheet in operation 047 56017.
Next round of club competitions to be completed by Monday July 27th

Clones golf club lost one of their long standing members last week. Mr Fred Meehan passed away peacefully at his home and was buried in Newtownbutler on Friday. Fred lived by one principal and that was if you played golf you played by the rules of golf, there was not one rule he did not know. He was also a man who liked gadgets, if it was invented he would have it in his bag. Fred will be sadly missed, may he rest in peace.
Don’t forget club lotto every Monday night please support by selling tickets, if you are in the club house please take a handful of tickets with you. The letters drawn in last week’s draw were BQKU and there were no winners of the 2,900 jackpot which rolls over to 3,000 this week. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Gerard Fitzpatrick Ture, P. McCabe Scotshouse, Maureen Lynch Cloncurran, Linda McGlone Smithboro and M. Kearns Lavey. The monthly sellers prize of €250.00 went to Bernard McAvinney.

Celesta Wins Lady Members’ Cup

Beginners have Begun!

Fixture Focus

Mixed Foursomes Cup

Charity Competition

And finally...

29th June 2009

Weekly updates : Men’s Club

Alpha Bet

Ladies Club

Last Out Comes First
Last Saturday Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick welcomed the ladies who were to play for her coveted prize. All the hard work by the committee was evident with the clubhouse looking resplendent and the prize table gleaming with the beautiful jewellery on display. The ladies played in muggy hot conditions and some found it tough going. The pins were in fair positions and suited one lady down to the ground. The last lady to tee off Eileen Maguire (31) stormed home with a 60 nett! Congratulations Eileen who played an unspectacular round of steady golf with one overs, a couple of pars and double bogeys. Eileen had no idea that she had carded such a low score and asked her marker to check that it wasn’t 70 nett! Eileen is not only honoured to win Teresa’s beautiful watch but thrilled at the 5 shot cut to her handicap. The runner up is one of our newer ladies Gemma McMahon (33) who carded a magnificent 66 nett with 2 birdies in her round. The gross was claimed by Catherine Farrell with 86. Catherine said she is pleased to be back playing decent golf again. Section A winner was Lynne Whelan 69 nett and 2nd was Irene Rooney 72 nett. Section B winner was Mary McGuigan 69 nett and 2nd Anne McCarthy 71 nett Section C winner Noreen McKenna 71 nett and 2nd Celesta McKiernan 74 nett. Joy Cassidy won the past captains’ prize with 74 nett and the committee prize went to Maureen Lynch 76 Nett. the best front 9 was claimed by Irene McConkey and the back 9 by Vera Tighe. The 14 hole visitors prize went to Grainne O’Reilly with 30 points. The best novice prize went to Patricia Brady and 2nd was Teresa Hanawin. Annie Moore and Ann Slowey were the special prize winners. The men’s 14 hole stableford was won by John McNicholas with a magnificent 34 points and John thoroughly recommends a session of vigorous gardening before a round of golf! in 2nd place was Michael Galligan. Visitors prizes were claimed by Martin Redmond and Paul McGarry and Teresa’s family prize went to son Paul Fitzpatrick. Teresa thanked everybody who had helped her throughout her year so far, particularly her committee, family and friends. Teresa wished everyone a wonderful night which was rounded off with a magnificent buffet from Pat Ryan and his team followed by much dancing, with Captain Leslie McConkey gallantly starting off proceedings by whirling Lady Captain Teresa round the floor a few times, a great night was had by all!

Martha wins 02
Congratulations to Martha O’Grady who won the 02 Trophy last week with 35 points, peaked a week too soon eh Martha?! Mary McGuigan and Joy Cassidy were section winners in this competition, well done ladies.

Lady Members’ Cup

This Thursday the ladies compete in The Lady Members’ Cup generously sponsored by Barry, Hickey & Henderson Solicitors Clones. This prestigious competition was pre drawn and ladies see list in locker room for playing partners.

Ladies & Gents Stableford OPEN

Saturday 4th of July and Sunday 5th July Clones Golf Club are hosting an OPEN ladies and gents single stableford competition with 1st and 2nd prizes for each gender. This competition is generously sponsored by Clones Credit Union Limited. Timesheets in operation tel: 047 56017

The Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy

Ladies the draw has been completed for the Barry McGuigan Matchplay Trophy and those drawn on top need to contact their playing partner to get proceedings underway. Try not to leave it to the last day to play!

Rose Bowl and Junior Cup
Ladies please put your names up for the draw in these two matchplay trophies as soon as possible.

And finally......

Clones are hosting beginners’ classes for ladies on Wednesday evenings 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm. Will all lady members who are prepared to pass on their knowledge to these new ladies please report to Brid Finlay on Wednesdays.

8th June 2009

Clones Golf Club’s Annual Open Week

has now concluded and unfortunately at the time of going to press, due to a technical hitch, the details of all the winners are not available. We hope to bring you them next week. However at this stage we would like to congratulate all the prize winners and give a special thank you to all our generous sponsors without whom Open Week would not be possible. So thank you once again to Hotel Kilmore, Feldhuse Ltd, Kieran Smyth, professional Rossmore, Cavan Crystal Design, Jim and Gaby Kerr, Morgan, McManus Solicitors Clones, Barry, Hickey & Henderson Solicitors Clones and Conagra Ltd. Thanks also to the Men’s Committee for all their hard work in making sure all the competitions ran smoothly, the grounds staff for their hard work over the week and the clubhouse staff for making everyone feel so welcome.

Joe Elliott Memorial

The men compete in the Joe Elliott Memorial Trophy on Saturday 13th June and Sunday 14th June. Timesheet in operation tel: 047 56017

Mixed Foursomes Matchplay Trophy

Gentlemen please ask any available lady to partner you in this year’s Mixed Foursomes Matchplay Trophy. Put your names on the list. Draw to be made shortly. Go on, you know you want to!

Lady Captain’s Prize to the Men

Lady Captain Mrs. Teresa Fitzpatrick invites all gents to compete for her prize to the men in the week prior to her day from Saturday 20th June to Friday 26th June. There will also be limited time on Lady Captain’s Day Saturday 27th June after 4.00 pm for those not able to play in the week.

Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were LIMZ and there was no winner of the 2,500 jackpot which now rolls over to 2,600. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Rev. H. McCarney Clones, Frank McCabe Clones, Eileen McGahern Corlismore, Angela McKeown Cootehill and Nicole Walsh Ballyhaise. Well done to them.

Ladies Club

Captain’s Wife a Winner!

Congratulations to Irene McConkey who claimed first prize in the Ladies Open Day during Open Week with 35 points! Great Score! All other results for Open Week will be in next week’s report.

Fixture Focus

The ladies compete in a Charity stableford DRAW on Thursday next 11th June, prizes sponsored by Gemma McMahon, Una O’Reilly and the Ladies Club, so please support this worthy competition. The following week, Sunday 14th June or Thursday 18th June is an 18 hole stroke medal DRAW GOY.

Lady Captain’s Day

Lady Captain Mrs. Teresa Fitzpatrick invites all lady members to compete on her day Saturday June 27th. Please put your name on the list with your preference for a morning or afternoon tee time as the draw is to be done very shortly. Please also indicate if you will be partaking in the buffet.
Barry McGuigan Memorial Trophy

Ladies please put your names on the list for the Barry McGuigan matchplay Trophy open to all handicaps. Draw to be made by the end of June.

And Finally.........

You always remember your first birdie and Gemma McMahon will remember hers for a long time to come! The celebratory leap in the air and shout of “yes!” after holing a 6 foot putt on the 13th on Sunday last was brilliant!

OPEN WEEK 2009

Open week in Full Swing

Alpha Bet

Ladies Club

Don't Forget Open Week

Fixture Focus

Matchplay Trophy

Presentation of Prizes

 25th May 2009

Clones OPEN Week- 30th May to the 7th June

Sat/Sun 30th and 31st May 3 person team Sponsored by Hotel Kilmore.
Bank Holiday Monday 1st June 18 hole single sponsored by Feldhuse Ltd, Clones
Tue 2nd June Mixed Foursomes, sponsored by Kieran Smyth, professional Rossmore.
Wed 3rd June 18 hole single, sponsored by Cavan Crystal Design
Thurs 4th June Ladies, Sponsored by Jim and Gaby Kerr.
Fri 5th June Fourball/betterball. Sponsored by Morgan, McManus
Sat 6th June 18 hole single S/Ford, Sponsors are Barry, Hickey & Henderson.
Sun 7th June 4 Person team event. Sponsors Conagra Ltd.

Clones Golf Club are looking forward to welcoming our visitors to the annual Open Week,

there have been many changes and improvements since you were last with us! Come and see and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at Clones Golf Club. Timesheets in operation tel: 047 56017
Men’s Club Weekly updates :
May 14 hole repeater ongoing, entry fee 5 euro.
Next Saturday sees the start of open week time sheets in operation, phone 047 56017.
Hard luck to the Jnr. Cowdy Team, all games went to the wire but Rossmore held their nerve to win four to nil. Return match in clones on Sat 30th May at 3 p.m.

Club competitions.

June 1st is the final date for all first round matches to be completed.
Club lotto draw every Monday night at 9. p.m. your support is needed.
condolences to the Connolly family, especially Mickie and Pat on the sudden death of their brother Vincent. May he rest in peace.

Alpha-Bet

The letters drawn in last week’s Alpha Bet were AHMZ and there were no winners of the 2,300 jackpot which now rolls over to 2,400. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 20 were Nicole McAdoo Newbliss, Pat McPhillips Scotshouse, Ann Geoghegan Clones, Francis O’Callaghan Scotshouse and Sarah Cassidy Corconnolly. Well done to them.

Back Street Fund

A huge thank you to everyone who has contributed to the Back Street Fund so far, which is raising money to complete the area by the new bridge. Anyone wishing to donate, please hand monies to the steward Mary Logue.

Bloomin’ Gorgeous!

The addition of the brightly coloured rhododendron shrubs and copper beech trees in key focal points on the course look beautiful! Well done to Maureen Lynch and Mary McGuigan, good choice! and “the men” who planted them, good job!

Ladies Club

Joy Seizes Victory

Last week’s 18 hole stroke Medal GOY produced some better scores and Joy is delighted to have won Section A with a nett 76 as there were others hot on her heels. Well done Joy ever steady round the greens! Winner of Section B is another steady player Irene McConkey who carded 78 nett well done Irene, I see Kathleen imparted her golfing knowledge to you in Rossapenna! Section C was won by a lady who has the game to chalk up more wins than she has had so far with her long hitting, Gemma McMahon with nett 79. Well done Gemma who caught the worst of the downpour on Thursday evening, it was worth it though!

Fixture Focus

This Thursday is the conclusion of another 18 hole stroke medal GOY, DRAW. Ladies please note that when there is a draw you must be in the clubhouse prior to the draw time to be included. Next week is Open Week and ladies you have four opportunities to compete so make the most of them! Particularly the Ladies Open Day on Thursday 4th June kindly sponsored by the Kerr brothers.

And Finally.....

Lady Captain Teresa Fitzpatrick would like to thank the ladies who joined her in Rossapenna for the annual Lady Captain’s weekend away, and for making it such a pleasurable and memorable weekend. It was a pity that the weather didn’t behave but congratulations to Kathleen Leonard who was one of the few who soldiered on to complete the 18 holes and scooped the cash! Teresa said it was great to see some of the new lady members at Rossapenna and in particular would like to thank Mary O’Reilly for the wonderful musical rendition!

27th April 2009

14th April 2009

16th March 2009

9th March 2009

Hart Peate Winter League.

26th February  2009

Alpha-Bet

Ladies Club

16th February 2009

Ladies Club

Good Luck Teresa

Inter Club Matchplay

2nd February 2009

Alpha-Bet

All Ireland Mixed Foursomes

Spring League Underway

Quiz Night

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

26th Janauary 2009

Weekly updates :

Captains’ Drive In

Ladies Club

Spring League Starts Sunday

All Ireland Mixed Foursomes

Lady Captain’s Day

And finally.........

5th January 2009

 Weekly updates :

The2009 winter league is getting near, we need more names on the entry sheet that’s up in the men’s locker room. It is hoped to get this competition off the ground weather permitting on Monday 12 January. This competition will be played from Monday to Sunday each week for eight weeks, teams of five with three cards to count from each team.
Congrats to Mr Pat Fee on winning the last Christmas voucher with magnificent score of 38 points, Pat has now won the first competition and the last of 2008.
Members are reminded that the club lotto needs your support, please take some tickets with you when you are about the club house. The lotto now stands at 7000 and for only 1 euro it represents a good gamble.

 Alpha Bet

The letters drawn in the final Alpha Bet for 2008 were QEGT and there were no winners of the 6,900 jackpot which now rolls over to a magnificent 7,000. The 5 lucky dippers each winning 50, yes 50 not the usual 20 (ah well it’s Christmas) were Cornelius & Sylvia Newbliss, R. Brady C/O Danny’s Redhills, Danny & Dympna Maguire Redhills, Mary Gibney C/O Frank’s Bar and Edel McElroy C/O Donagh Bar. Well done to them and congratulations to Phil McCrystal who won the December monthly seller’s prize of €250.00. Remember at the AGM when all present said they would happily buy at least 3 lotto envelopes a week rather than have the subscription increased?.......Well ??

Ladies Club

Not much happening in the ladies club for the month of January but we are all excitedly awaiting the start of the Spring League which will hopefully commence in February. The League will run along the same lines as the Xmas Hamper league so as soon as the list goes up make sure you are on it ready for the draw for teams. There are still a few hardy ladies out and about on the course and it was nice to see Kathleen Leonard back after such a long absence what with gallivanting abroad, being whisked away for Christmas and then being laid up with the flu, Kathleen was mad to get back on the course and try out her new clubs and my they suit her well! 17 points for 9 holes, not bad after a 2 month break!

Christmas Report

Mickey Wedges Winner

Winter League

Alpha Bet

Seasons Greetings