Junior Cup win over Portrush
Congratulations to Kevin McGonagle and his Junior Cup team as they overcame Portrush 3-2 on Sunday afternoon in a tense battle.
The split-venue saw Portrush hosting three games with home advantage. Davitt Walsh led out the side for Portsalon on the famous Dunluce layout and he put an all-important point on the board, winning 2&1.
Dermot Shields went down battling 3&2, while Kevin Boyce was in a scrap to the wire but was defeated on the 18th green. 
Back on home soil, Cian Page recorded a 2&1 success while Daniel Shields was all-square after 18 holes and had to go the extra miles, with his victory on fourth playoff hole swinging the tie in Portsalon's favour.
Congrats to Kevin and his team on a fine result, with four Portsalon Junior Cup debutants and a teenager lining out! 

Club Results
Junior Cup win over Portrush
Congratulations to Kevin McGonagle and his Junior Cup team as they overcame Portrush 3-2 on Sunday afternoon in a tense battle.
The split-venue saw Portrush hosting three games with home advantage. Davitt Walsh led out the side for Portsalon on the famous Dunluce layout and he put an all-important point on the board, winning 2&1.
Dermot Shields went down battling 3&2, while Kevin Boyce was in a scrap to the wire but was defeated on the 18th green. 
Back on home soil, Cian Page recorded a 2&1 success while Daniel Shields was all-square after 18 holes and had to go the extra miles, with his victory on fourth playoff hole swinging the tie in Portsalon's favour.
Congrats to Kevin and his team on a fine result, with four Portsalon Junior Cup debutants and a teenager lining out! 

Club Results
Wednesday 17th April
Winner: Kevin Hensey (7) – 40 pts
Runner-up: Hugh O'Kane (23) – 38 pts

Saturday 20th April
Winner: Mark Bolton (32) – 42 pts
Runner-up: Michael O'Hara (23) – 40 pts
Gross: Ryan McGettigan (2) – 33 pts
Third: Donal Callaghan Jnr (14) – 37 pts

Sunday 21st April
Winner: Michael Donlon (18) – 39 pts BOT
Runner-up: Denver Kirk (22) – 39 pts BOT
Gross: Ryan McGettigan (1) – 34 gross pts
Third: Sean Barrett (20) – 39 pts

​Sunday 21st April
Winner: Noreen McConigley - 36 pts
Runner-up: Pamela Clinton-McDermott  - 35pts

Ladies News and Results
Paul Doherty Construction Ladies Open Day

This Friday 26th April, is the first of the ladies opens in Portsalon Golf Club. It has been very generously sponsored by Paul Doherty Construction. Booking is open either on BRS, or calling the club 074 915 9459.
Prizegiving is immediately after the last card is submitted. This includes “Up for Grabs”, a visitors prize, and a few surprises for those attending prizegiving!
Roisin and her staff have an excellent full menu, and early bird menu available in the club restaurant and bar. 
Entry :
Members €10 including 2’s 
Visitors €35 including 2’s

Donegal Shield

Congratulations to Lady Captain Anne and members of Letterkenny Golf Club who hosted the Donegal Shield on Saturday 20th April. The excellent organisation behind the scenes, right down to providing blue skies and sunshine for the visiting ladies, was evident from the start of the day. Appreciation also to Noreen and her staff of Hunters Bar and Grill, who were there from early morning providing tasty breakfasts and meals throughout the day.
Congratulations to the Letterkenny Ladies team who were victorious on the day and Buncrana Ladies who were runners-up.
Well done to the Portsalon ladies team, and particularly to Sarah Nicholl and Aedeen Conway who recorded scores of 34 and 30 respectively. 

Medal
This Sunday sees the return of the medal. Don’t forget, it is a Stroke competition on the last Sunday of each month throughout the season!

Marie O’Donnell
The draw for the 2024 tournament was made following the Shield results. Portsalon ladies will meet Dunfanaghy Golf Club ladies in June.

Lady Captain’s Outing
The notice is up in the locker room for names of those who wish to join Lady Captain Noreen on her outing to Dunfanaghy Golf Club on the 1st June.

Team Golf 
The Intermediate Foursomes team will meet Greencastle on Saturday 4th May. There will be two teams at home and two teams away. Support for our ladies is most welcome.

Results 21st April
Congratulations to Lady Captain Noreen who continues her great form and is this week’s winner.
Winner: Noreen McConnigley 36 pts
Runner-Up : Pamela Clinton 35pts

Dates for your Diary :
26th April -Ladies Open Day
28th April -Medal 
12th May – Play in Pink

Ladies News and Results
Paul Doherty Construction Ladies Open Day

This Friday 26th April, is the first of the ladies opens in Portsalon Golf Club. It has been very generously sponsored by Paul Doherty Construction. Booking is open either on BRS, or calling the club 074 915 9459.
Prizegiving is immediately after the last card is submitted. This includes “Up for Grabs”, a visitors prize, and a few surprises for those attending prizegiving!
Roisin and her staff have an excellent full menu, and early bird menu available in the club restaurant and bar. 
Entry :
Members €10 including 2’s 
Visitors €35 including 2’s

Donegal Shield

Congratulations to Lady Captain Anne and members of Letterkenny Golf Club who hosted the Donegal Shield on Saturday 20th April. The excellent organisation behind the scenes, right down to providing blue skies and sunshine for the visiting ladies, was evident from the start of the day. Appreciation also to Noreen and her staff of Hunters Bar and Grill, who were there from early morning providing tasty breakfasts and meals throughout the day.
Congratulations to the Letterkenny Ladies team who were victorious on the day and Buncrana Ladies who were runners-up.
Well done to the Portsalon ladies team, and particularly to Sarah Nicholl and Aedeen Conway who recorded scores of 34 and 30 respectively. 

Medal
This Sunday sees the return of the medal. Don’t forget, it is a Stroke competition on the last Sunday of each month throughout the season!

Marie O’Donnell
The draw for the 2024 tournament was made following the Shield results. Portsalon ladies will meet Dunfanaghy Golf Club ladies in June.

Lady Captain’s Outing
The notice is up in the locker room for names of those who wish to join Lady Captain Noreen on her outing to Dunfanaghy Golf Club on the 1st June.

Team Golf 
The Intermediate Foursomes team will meet Greencastle on Saturday 4th May. There will be two teams at home and two teams away. Support for our ladies is most welcome.

Results 21st April
Congratulations to Lady Captain Noreen who continues her great form and is this week’s winner.
Winner: Noreen McConnigley 36 pts
Runner-Up : Pamela Clinton 35pts

Dates for your Diary :
26th April -Ladies Open Day
28th April -Medal 
12th May – Play in Pink

​Club News
Bar & Waiting Staff required
Our bar and restaurant is looking to recruit staff for the busy summer season ahead, with positions available for full and part-time staff. Contact Roisin Gibbons or email: [email protected] to express interest.
Team News
Portsalon's Pierce Purcell team under the guidance of Daniel Shields suffered playoff pain against Roe Valley on Sunday. The new format this season sees two homes games and two away ties playing simultaneously, with the designated 'home' team having advantage if a playoff is needed.
Portsalon pairing of Dean Shields and Alistair Rodger were handsome 7&5 winners on home soil, while Shane Sandilands and Brian Haughey recovered from being four down after nine to tie their match.
In Roe Valley, Jonathan and Mark Gallagher landed a half match, while John McGettigan and Gary Sheehan were defeated by a strong home pairing. In the playoff, the Gallagher boys were denied on the second hole by a par, as they lipped out to keep the match going. A tough defeat to swallow. Thanks to John Shields, who was overseeing events in Portsalon and relaying the news to Roe Valley.
Club Results
Saturday 13th April
Winner: Ronan McAteer (13) – 35 pts BOT
Runner-up: Brian Devlin (12) – 35 pts
Sunday 14th April
Winner: Ollie O'Dowd (14) – 40 pts
Runner-up: Joe Hensey (16) – 39 pts
Gross: Eamonn McConigley (5) – 31 gross pts
Third: Ciaran Conaghan (36) – 38 pts
Ladies News
Donegal Shield Team

Congratulations and best wishes to the ladies representing Portsalon Golf Club on the Donegal Shield Team. Letterkenny Golf Club is hosting the event on Saturday 20th April. While the club qualifiers had quite inclement weather, to put it mildly, this weekend promises to be a bit warmer and drier!

The team are as follows:
Iris Condron,
Deirdre Hensey,
Sarah Nicholl,
Roseanne Logue,
Aedeen Conway,
Frances Shannon,
Vera Kearney,
Deirdre O’Toole,
Karen McGlinchey.

Club Matchplay

Please ensure names are on the list in the ladies locker room before the end of April for entries in the ladies club matchplay. Last year’s winner Deirdre Hensey will be looking to retain her title, and will face strong opponents once again in 2024!

Ladies Open
Friday 26th April is the date of the first Ladies Open in 2024. Please book on BRS or call the PRO shop 074 915 9459.

Results Sunday 14th April
Winner Deirdre Hensey 39 pts
Runner-Up Sarah Nicholl 34 pts

​Bar & Waiting Staff required
Our bar and restaurant is looking to recruit staff for the busy summer season ahead, with positions available for full and part-time staff. Contact Roisin Gibbons or email: [email protected] to express interest.

Club Results 
Wednesday 3rd April   
Winner: Cian McGettigan (19) – 39 pts BOT
Runner-up: Damion O'Donnell (21) – 39 pts
Gross: Chris Duffy (1) – 30 gross pts
Third: John Shields (20) – 38 pts

Saturday 6th April 
Winner: David Bonner (9) – 33 pts

Sunday 7th April
Winner: Damien Buchanan (14) – 36 pts

Ladies News
Donegal Shield Qualifier
Mr Captain Pat Horner was spotted on Friday checking the forecast for the arrival of Kathleen. However, it was Vera Kearney and Sheila Horner who were about, and not a hair was ruffled. Ladies took to the course to play the qualifier on the alternate day to get ahead of the incoming stormy weather.
Even Lady Captain Noreen, an automatic qualifier, was spotted on the 7th green. 
Kathleen did play havoc on Sunday, therefore the decision was made to hold the qualifier on the Alternate day Friday 12th  & Sunday 14th April. Those who entered on Friday 7th will get another opportunity to re- enter if they wish. Their best card will qualify. 

Acknowledgement

Mea cupla, I was so wrapped up in my win last week – see how I managed to mention this rare feat once again – I completely forgot to acknowledge the exceptional work carried out by Claire McGonagle throughout the ladies winter links in Portsalon Golf Club. Sorting, checking cards and returning scores in a timely manner is not an easy feat, and it is very much appreciated by all the ladies who take part.

Results Weekend 7th April 


Fri 7th April 
Iris Condron – 31pts

March Re-Entry

Winner 
Noreen McConnigley
Runner-Up
Claire Ferry

Dates for your diary

7th & 14th April – Shield Qualifier
20Th April – Donegal Shield, Letterkenny Golf Club
26th April – Ladies Open
12th May – Play in Pink.

Members Free Sub Competition
Congratulations to Sean Barrett, who won the annual Members Free Sub competition on Easter Sunday with a fine score of 43 points, edging out Finbarr McNamee by one. Not sure how Sean plans to use the subscription, but rumour has it that it would make a lovely late Mother's Day gift!
Winter Series winners
On Easter Monday the winners from our Winter Series collected their prizes from Stephen Harris of sponsors Auto Fast Fit, Letterkenny.
Our thanks to Stephen once again for coming on board as title sponsor of our Winter Series and his continued generosity. Congrats to all our winners!
Category 1: Pascal Cullen
Category 2: Noel Nicholl
Category 3: Stuart Nicholl
Category 4: Michael Martin
Bar & Waiting Staff required
Our bar and restaurant is looking to recruit staff for the busy summer season ahead, with positions available for full and part-time staff. Contact Roisin Gibbons or email: [email protected] to express interest.
Club Results
Wednesday 27th March  
Winner: Enda McHugh (31) – 37 pts
Runner-up: Damion O'Donnell (20) – 36 pts
Saturday 30th March  
Winner: Jack Friel (10) – 42 pts BOT
Runner-up: Joe Hensey (18) – 42 pts
Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 34 gross pts
Third: Liam Campbell ( 8 ) – 39 pts
Sunday 31st March – Members Free Sub
Winner: Sean Barrett (22) – 43 pts
Runner-up: Finbarr McNamee (14) – 42 pts
Gross: Ryan McGettigan (1) – 33 gross pts
Third: Jack Friel (10) – 40 pts
Easter Monday – Ladies & Gents Open – April 1st
Winner: Sarah Nicholl (23) – 43 pts
Runner-up: Sean Gibson (17) – 40 pts
Gross: Johnny Shields (Scr) – 32 pts
Third: Tony Kingston (22) – 38 pts
Visitor: Kate Meehan (30, Ballybofey & Stranorlar) – 37 pts

Ladies NewsLadies and Gents Open Monday 1st April 
Congratulations to Sarah Nicholl who is the in-form player this week! Taking the top spot in the Ladies & Gents Open there was nothing foolhardy about her scoring. Starting off with a Par and keeping the ship steady all the way, peppered with 4 more pars, she cruised to a win with 43 points.
 
Captain’s Day Ladies Winter Links

The Captain’s Day of the ladies winter links was held on Thursday last in what could only be described as challenging conditions with wind, rain and everything in between, thrown at the ladies. The chocolates from Lady Captain, did sweeten the day up, for some more than others!
Of course, there is always one person who bucks the trend, and though I say so myself, she played quite exquisite golf. Her playing partners were later heard to remark, they never witnessed such a splendid performance. Of course, as PRO, I take poetic license with my first visit to the winner’s enclosure in some time and could write a novel about it! There may well be a hole-by-hole account in next week’s notes, so stay awake for that!
It was the three ball dream team undoubtedly with the two ladies taking inspiration from the leader! Sarah Nicholl took the runner-up spot on BOT from Deirdre Hensey. Sarah Nicholl also won the Nett Order of Merit ,while Anne Cannon of Letterkenny Golf Club won the Gross over the course of the Links.
 
Results Captain’s Day of the Links 
Nett
Winner – Karen McGlinchey 43pts
Runner-Up – Sarah Nicholl 39pts BOT
3rd Deirdre Hensey 39pts
4th Ann Currie 38pts
5th Frankie Corr – 38pts
Front 9 – Angela Kilgallen 22pts
Back 9 – Emer Ewing 20pts BOT
 
Gross
1st Marian O’Sullivan 22 gr pts
2nd Claire Ferry 17 gr pts
 
Non-Qualifying Prizes
1st Nett – Brenda Chauhan 40pts
2nd Nett – Lorna Thompson 38pts
 
Order of Merit
 
Gross – Anne Cannon Letterkeny Golf Club
Nett – Sarah Nicholl Portsalon Golf Club
 
2’s
Bridie Gildea, Carmel McGeady, Bridie Faulkner, Mary McHugh, Catriona McCullagh, Karen McGlinchey, Monica McGettigan.
 
Donegal Shield Team Qualifier​Friday 5th and Sunday 7th April are the qualifying competition days for the Donegal Shield team to play in Letterkenny Golf Club on the 20th April. Ladies are reminded to sign the separate entry sheet in the ladies locker room.
Club Matchplay 
Competition Secretary Iris Condron has the list up in the ladies locker room for the club matchplay. It is hoped to get the competition up and running soon, so get your names in.
 
Meet, Greet and Golf 
Have you, or do you know ladies who have been thinking about taking up the sport of golf and don’t know where to start?  Lady Captain Noreen will be hosting a meet, greet and golf night in the clubhouse to introduce ourselves and encourage ladies interested to come along. The date will be announced in the coming weeks.
 
 
Dates for your Diary
 
20th April : Donegal Shield Letterkenny Golf Club
26th April : Ladies Open