Update 14th March

The Spring League got underway last weekend with some impressive scores being recorded. Team 6 (S Heslin, L Dwyer & T King) leads the way with 47 pts, followed closely by team 2 (N Kearney, P Conroy & A Gaughran) on 46 pts. In third place is team 11 (P Egan, P Connolly & S McCrann) on 43pts. A full league table can be viewed on the club’s website.

The second round takes place this upcoming weekend (Fri-Sun), with the format being an 18 hole shambles. All is to play for with only 10 points covering the entire field.

The weekly 9 hole open competition runs this week and can be played any day Mon-Sun.

Last week’s competition was won by Owen Garvin with 20pts.

Looking ahead, the club’s fundraising classic will take place over the Easter weekend. It’s a 4 person rumble, with the entry fee set at €60 per team. The online timesheet is now live, so members and visitors are encouraged to book their tee time through the club’s website.

In other news, the club outing to Tullamore Golf Club will take place on Saturday April 2nd, with the first players teeing off at 11am. If you wish to go, please put your name on the sheet in the clubhouse or contact Michael Rush by March 26th at the very latest.

Update 29th February

On Sunday 29th February the Captain’s Drive In take place, with a strong turnout showing their support. The first two tee shots were struck by Ross Andrew and Mary O’Hara, the latter deputising for Lady Captain Tish Perry. The winners of the scramble that followed were Terry Canning, Liz Dwyer & Tommy King. Pipped into second was the quartet of Gary Carty, Michael Simon, Pat Conroy & Marie Hanmore-Cawley. In third position were Jim Mooney, Michael Gilmartin and Lewis Shaw. Also, thanks to Jim Mooney for providing his photography service for the day. 

At the presentation that evening, prizes were also presented to the winners of competitions for the previous few weeks. The monthly club draws for December, January and February followed. Respectively, first prizes went to Liam Whyte, Padraig O’Connell, and Harry & Marie Wynne. Runners up were Ted Hestor, Mary O’Hara, Sean Heslin, Harry & Marie Wynne, Claire & John Cryan, and Jimmy & Pauline Doyle. 

Another important piece of business taken care of was the draw for the Spring League. The format for the first round is a scramble and can be played anytime from Friday 4th to Sunday March 6th inclusive. The draw can be viewed on the club website. 

Last week’s 9 hole open competition was won by Liam Mullaney with 22 pts. Second was Patrick Egan with 21 pts. This week it can be played from Monday through to Sunday.

The men’s and ladies’ committee meetings will take place on Wednesday evening March 2nd at 8.30pm. Afterwards, the club management meeting will be held. The attendance of the relevant personnel is requested. 

Update 22nd February

Boyle Golf Club Update

Last Sunday's 18 hole stableford was won by Sean Heslin, 39 pts; 2nd Patrick Egan, 38 pts; Gross Gary Carty, 30 pts (gross score) & 3rd was Charlie O'Donnell 36 pts. 

Last week's weekly 9 hole open competition was won by Tommy King, 21 pts; 2nd Charlie O'Donnell, 20 pts. The weekly open competition continues this week, play any day Mon- Sat. 

This upcoming Sunday will mark the ceremonial start to the golfing year. The Captain's Drive In is always a good social occasion and the club encourages all members to support. The draw for the scramble will take place at 1pm and commence with a shotgun start at 1.30pm. We wish Captains Ross Andrew & Tish Perry every success for their year. 

Also, a reminder that the draw for the Spring League will take place on Sunday evening next. Anyone who wishes to play can enter their name on the sign up sheet on the club noticeboard. It begins on the first weekend of March

Update 15th February

The result from last Sunday's 18 Hole Foursomes was: 1st Patrick Egan & Jim Mooney (35pts); 2nd Ross Andrew & Gerry O'Hara (34pts). 

Competitions this week are a 9 Hole Stableford, play any day (Mon-Sat), and an 18 hole stableford for gents on Sunday next the 21st. A date for your diary is the Captain's Drive In which will take place on Sunday 28th February. 

Also, the sheet to enter the Spring League is on the club noticeboard. The draw will take place after the Captain's Drive In. This year it will be held over the first three weekends of March. 

Update 10th February

The result from last week’s 9 hole competition was as follows: 1st Tommy King 20pts (c/b); 2ndJonathan Egan 20 pts. The ladies prize was won by Sandra McCrann. Well done to them!

Competitions for this week are a 9 hole stableford (Mon-Sat) and an 18 hole foursomes competition for men on Sunday next. Book your tee time on the online timesheet.  

Update 25th January

Last Sunday’s 9 Hole Stableford was won by David Wynne with 22 points, and 2nd was Vincent Egan with 20 points. The weekly 9 hole returns this week. Can be played Mon-Sat inclusive. This coming Sunday’s competition will be a 9 hole stableford.  

         

The Spring League for this year isn’t too far over the horizon now, with three rounds scheduled over the first three weekends of March. A signup sheet will be available on the noticeboard in the clubhouse. Teams will be comprised of three players. The three formats to be played are: Scramble, Rumble & Shambles

Update 19th January

Mother Nature has remained against us in recent times with no on course action to report. Realistically, it may be another two weeks at least before the course is fit for play. 

Letters regarding membership subscriptions for the year will be issued via post or email in the coming week. The club encourages members to submit their fees as early as possible although we realise it can be a busy time of year financially for people. To aid with this there are flexible payment plans in place to ease any strain. Contact Michael at info@boylegolfclub.com for more details.

An application has been submitted to the CGI, the national body responsible for promoting golf participation, in relation to assistance in holding a Get into Golf Programme for 2016. This includes a 5 week school’s programme and also golf classes for adults. Subject to its acceptance, we will be seeking a number of members to help in various ways.

The club wishes to extend its sympathies to the Lavin families on the recent passing of Florence. Ar dheis dé go raibh a hanam.