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Donegal Links Classic The Donegal Links Classic will take place from Monday 27th May – Wednesday 29th May at Portsalon, Rosapenna and Ballyliffin. The course will be closed for play during the day on these three days. Club Matchplay Draws The draws for the various club matchplay event are done and have added to the BRS app. Please note the deadlines for each round and arrange matches accordingly. Club Results Wednesday 15th May Winner: Trevor Duncan (22) – 41 pts Runner-up: David McCormick (6) – 39 pts BOT Gross: Jack Patton (Scr) – 37 gross pts Third: Hugh O'Kane (22) – 39 pts Saturday 18th May Winner: Kieran Moloney (21) – 42 pts Runner-up: David Deeney (16) – 39 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 34 gross pts Third: Sean Hensey (5) – 39 pts Ladies Team News The ladies intermediate team under the captaincy of Noreen McConigley and Deirdre O’Toole have advanced to the next round. With 2 teams at home and 2 teams away, in glorious sunshine the ladies played wonderful matches in great spirits. After very hard fought, and tight matches against a strong Ballybofey & Stranorlar team ending in a 2-2 draw, it came down to the play-off hole at home in Portsalon. Pamela Clinton and Sarah Nicholl secured the par on the 19th to give Portsalon the victory. Commiserations to Ballybofey and Stranorlar who were most hospitable to the visiting team. Best wishes to Portsalon Mixed Foursomes and the Mixed Fourball teams who both play at home this weekend. Lady Captain’s Outing The outing to Dunfanaghy Golf Club takes place on the 1st June. There is a list on the notice board for names of people wishing to join Lady Captain Noreen. As you can appreciate tee times and meal numbers are required in advance, so if you are thinking about coming along, get your names on the list! Club Matchplay The date for the completion of the first round of the club matchplay has been extended to the 15th June, to facilitate the number of ladies who are involved in team events. There was no members competition last weekend. It will resume next weekend as normal. Ladies Taster for beginners This Friday, 24th May, there will be a special introduction and welcome to ladies interested in taking up the sport of golf at 6pm. Ladies can contact the club or send names to 087 296 6164 or just turn up on the evening! A Pro will be there to give everyone a few tips on how to get started.
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Donegal Links Classic
The Donegal Links Classic will take place from Monday 27th May – Wednesday 29th May at Portsalon, Rosapenna and Ballyliffin. The course will be closed for play during the day on these three days. Club Matchplay Draws The draws for the various club matchplay event are done and have added to the BRS app. Please note the deadlines for each round and arrange matches accordingly. Jimmy Bruen success for Portsalon Our Jimmy Bruen team made a dramatic start to their campaign on Saturday evening with a hard-fought win over a strong Strabane team. The split-venue clash saw two matches settled on the 18th greens, one in Portsalon and one in Strabane, with Portsalon edging the verdict by 2.5 matches to 1.5. The Portsalon side were down in all four games at one stage in the afternoon, but showed tremendous grit and determination to fight back. On the road, the opening pairing of Cathal Canning and Brian Devlin were level thru 7 holes but ran into some good golf and were beaten on the 15th. The second pairing of David Butler and Paddy McGowan had a real see-saw battle, with no side able to get 2up at any stage, and after they drew level on the 14th hole, both pairings produced some superb golf under pressure as they managed to par the final four holes with a watching crowd engrossed in the battle. Great playing from both teams and a half match was the least they both deserved. That meant it all rested on the home games, where things were still ongoing. Kevin Boyce and Donal Callaghan Jnr put a point on the board with a 3&2 win, ensuring the sole surviving game would either send it to a playoff or give Portsalon the victory. Dermot Shields and Shane Sandilands survived after going 3 down early on, battling back to level matters on the 16th. With everything to play for and the pressure on, they won the 17th and claimed the decisive point with a half on 18, narrowly avoiding the need for a playoff back up in Strabane. A terrific win against a strong Strabane side, commiserations to them on the narrowest of losses and much gratitude for the fine hospitality and sporting nature of the game on both courses. Team Captain Enda McElhinney will now line-up his troops for a clash with Bushfoot GC from County Antrim in the next round. Club Results Wednesday 9th May Winner: Matthew McLaughlin (23) – 40 pts BOT Runner-up: Peter Muldoon (10) – 40 pts Gross: Eamonn McConigley (5) – 30 pts Third: Brian Forrest (23) – 39 pts Saturday 12th May Winner: Fionn Richardson (24) – 43 pts Runner-up: Mark Howard (11) – 41 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (1) – 36 gross pts Third: Kevin Hensey (7) – 41 pts Sunday 13th May Winner: Eamonn Doherty (25) – 42 pts Runner-up: Joe Coyle (13) – 40 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 36 pts Third: Conor Scallon (17) – 40 pts Ladies News Thinking of taking up golf? Portsalon Golf Club will host a taster session and introduction to the fabulous game of golf for ladies who have never played before, and wish to try it out. Friday evening 24th May at 6pm in the clubhouse is the place to be! Ladies can contact the club on (074) 915 9459, send names to (087) 296 6164 or just simply turn up on the evening, where you will be warmly welcomed. A golf Pro will be there to give everyone a few tips on how to get started. Winners Enclosure Congratulations to Sheila Horner who recorded an excellent 37 pts to win the Sunday Members 12th May, from Patricia Bradley 36 pts. Club Results
Wednesday 2nd May Winner: Ciaran Blaney (36) – 40 pts Runner-up: Dean Shields (14) – 39 pts Gross: Kevin Boyce (7) – 30 gross pts Third: Paul Gallagher (10) – 38 pts Saturday 5th May Winner: Simon Strawbridge (23) – 39 pts BOT Runner-up: Tony Kingston (22) – 39 pts Gross: Ryan McGettigan (1) – 30 gross pts Third: Sean Canning (19) – 38 pts Sunday 6th May Winner: Shaun Campbell (20) – 42 pts Runner-up: James Duffy (20) – 40 pts BOT Gross: Pascal Cullen (3) – 35 gross pts Third: Vincent McDaid (13) – 40 pts Ladies News Hole in One For most of us mere golf mortals, a par at the first hole is a great achievement. Starting with a birdie at the first hole of the front 9, and then starting her back 9 with a Hole in One at the 10th, Claire McGonigle put on display her exceptional qualities as a golfer. Many congratulations Claire on an incredible achievement. Thinking of taking up Golf? The start date for beginner ladies is hoped to be finalised very soon. Keep an eye in the press or indeed ask in the shop, if you would like to get started this year. You won’t be disappointed. It’s a fantastic sport, not just the game of golf, but socially opening up new horizons and making new friends. Teams Intermediate Foursomes Congratulations to the Intermediate Foursomes team both at home and away, who secured victories in Portsalon and Greencastle to progress to the next round. Many thanks to the Greencastle ladies for their welcome and hospitality. Thanks also to Deirdre O’Toole who co-managed the away team for team captain Noreen McConigley. Mixed Foursomes Congratulations to the Mixed Foursomes team who secured victory against Fintona on the 2nd Playoff hole in Portsalon on Sunday. Ulster Women’s Trophy Best of luck to the Trophy team who play Narin and Portnoo on Saturday 11th May at 3pm. This is a team of 6 singles matches. 3 matches at home and 3 away. Club Matchplay The draw has been done, and is on the notice board in the locker room. Please arrange to have your matches played by the 31st May. Play in Pink The Play in Pink day originally scheduled for Sunday 12th has been postponed to a later day. Results Another incredible round of golf on Sunday saw Deirdre Hensey return a score of 41pts to win the Sunday members Competition. WINNER – Deirdre Hensey 41pts Runner-Up Claire McGonigle 37pts Monthly Re-Entry Competition Winner – Deirdre Hensey Runner Up – Noreen McConigley. Club Matchplay events 2024
Entries are now open via the CLubV1 app for our 2024 Club Matchplay tournaments. Entry is €10 for singles events and €10 per player in doubles. You can also enter by giving your name in the shop. Entries for all events will close on Wednesday May 1st. Alongside the Club Singles and Doubles Matchplay events, we are delighted this year to introduce the Club Scratch Matchplay. This 18-hole knockout tournament will be played without handicap allocation and will therefore endeavour to find the best pound-for-pound matchplay golfer in the club each year. We look forward to seeing some excellent golf played and would urge members to support this competition. Entries now open for: Club Scratch Matchplay, Club Matchplay, Club Doubles Matchplay. Closing date for entries: 1st May Successful Saturday for Portsalon teams Two wins from two for Portsalon on Saturday afternoon as Sean Canning's Ulster Cup team overcame Ballyliffin and Joe Hensey led the Donegal Seniors to victory over neighbours Rosapenna. The Ulster Cup was a split venue affair, with three games in Portsalon and three more simultaneously over in Inishowen. At home, Donal Callaghan Jnr led out the team with a 6&4 win to get the team on the right track, while Brendan McHugh ran into some excellent golf and was defeated on the Matterhorn. In the final pairing, Colm McConigley was three-up thru 13 holes and sunk some good putts to stave off a fightback, winning 3&2. Over at Ballyliffin, Brian Devlin had a seesaw afternoon, going from 3up to 2down before eventually gaining an important half-match on the 18th hole, while Enda McElhinney put a Portsalon point on the board on Ballyliffin's Old Course with a 3&2 win, before Alan O'Doherty was defeated on the same scoreline. It all meant Portsalon got the verdict, 3.5 to 2.5 matches in a keenly contested and very sporting affair in both venues. Portsalon will face Strabane or Foyle next. Joe Hensey and his Donegal Seniors trailed to Rosapenna 3-2 after the first leg in Downings but they were able to turn that around on home soil. DP Logue and Felix Larkin led the team out, winning their match 4&3 and they were followed by Ollie O'Dowd and Finbarr McNamee, who marked their first competitive games for Portsalon in winning style. The reliable axis that is Paul Armstrong and Dermot Boyce put another crucial win on the board, while Captain Joe and Gary Sheehan were all square after 18 holes in their game – enough to seal the win for Portsalon by 5.5 to 4.5. Next up for Portsalon on this journey will be a two-legged clash with Dunfanaghy. Club Results Wednesday 24th April Winner: Kevin Boyce ( 8 ) – 40 pts Runner-up: Joe Coyle (13) – 38 pts Saturday 27th April Winner: John Shields (20) – 41 pts BOT Runner-up: Damion O'Donnell (21) – 41 pts Gross: Christopher Duffy (2) – 36 gross pts Third: Jack Friel ( 8 ) – 40 pts Sunday 28th April Winner: Paul Murray (16) – 64 nett Runner-up: James Lynch (20) – 66 nett Gross: Ryan McGettigan (1) – 70 Third: Paul Whorton (3) – 68 net Paul Doherty Construction Ladies Open The scores reflected the day, and it took accuracy and skill to record the high scores returned by so many ladies. The generosity of sponsorship by Paul Doherty Construction was widely appreciated and taking home the honour’s was Roisin McCafferty 40pts on BOT. WINNER – Roisin McCafferty 40pts BOT Dunfanaghy Golf Club Runner-Up – Patricia McAteer 40pts Portsalon Golf Club Gross – Margaret McColgan BOT Buncrana Golf Club 3rd Patricia Bradley 39pts Portsalon Golf Club Visitor – Carol McDaid 39pts Buncrana Golf Club Front 9 Laura Crawford 21 pts Letterkenny Golf Club Back 9 Mae Ferry 20pts Ballybofey and Stranorlar Golf Club 2’s. Marina Hamilton Ann McKeague Claire Leddy April Medal April showers were the order of the day for the first medals of the season. Congratulations to the winner Pamela Clinton McDermott who returned a net 68. Winner – Pamela Clinton McDermott (15) 68 Runner-up – Claire McGonagle (6) 69. Intermediate Foursomes Best wishes to the Ladies Foursomes team who play Greencastle on Saturday 4th May. Tee times are 2.30pm & 2.40 pm. Two pairs at home and two pairs away. Team Sheets The sheets are in the locker room for names to be added to the club matchplay, and for those interested in playing on teams. Lady Captains Outing This is to Dunfanaghy Golf Club and the sheet is on the notice board for those wishing to join Lady Captain Noreen in June. Play in Pink Sunday 12th May is the Play in Pink Day to fundraise for Breast Cancer Research. It’s also a fun day and as many shades of pink on the day are encouraged! Even the odd ball! 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: admin@portsalongolfclub.com 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: admin@portsalongolfclub.com 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: admin@portsalongolfclub.com 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 QualifierFriday 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 Members Free Sub Competition
This weekend is the annual Members Free Sub competition, on Sunday 31st March, open to all members that have paid or signed up to standing order for 2024 subscriptions. With the busy Easter Weekend there will be plenty golfing action, with a Ladies & Gents Open scheduled for Monday 1st April. 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: admin@portsalongolfclub.ie to express interest. Club Results Wednesday 20th March Winner: Liam Blaney (24) – 45 pts Runner-up: David Bonner ( 8 ) – 41 pts Gross: Kevin Boyce (7) – 32 gross pts Third: John Shields (19) – 40 pts Saturday 23rd March Winner: Mick McGlynn (27) – 33 pts Sunday 24th March Gents Winner: Martin O'Reilly (21) – 44 pts Runner-up: Philip Durning (9) – 43 pts Gross: Stephen Connolly (6) – 36 pts Third: Kieran O'Neill (19) – 42 Ladies News Lady Captain Noreen McConigley will welcome ladies to the Captain’s Day of the ladies winter links on Thursday 28th March. There has been an excellent field throughout the winter from clubs all over the county. Ladies who have never entered the Winter Links may enter the Captain’s Day and play as non qualifiers. The Portsalon Golf Club bar & restaurant will be open from 11am serving tea, coffee and scones. Roisin and her staff also have a delicious early bird menu and à la carte menu for post golf. The members sub competition will be played on Sunday 31st March. With a chance to win a free membership for 2025, victory would be sweeter than an Easter chocolate egg. The new handicap system will take effect from 1st April for all clubs, so those entering the Ladies and Gentls Open on Easter Monday in Portsalon will see their new handicap reflected on their card. Congratulations to Claire Ferry who came 2nd after BOT in the Ladies & Gents Portsalon Open on the 18th March. Her excellent score of 39 points included 6 Pars and a Birdie. Deirdre Hensey made a welcome return to the winners enclosure on Sunday 24th March. Having landed the perfect shot on the 16th green, she dropped the putt for a fantastic birdie, and recorded an excellent 37 pts. Claire Ferry was pipped on a BOT again, with another super score of 37 pts. Weekend 24th March Results: 1st Deirdre Hensey 37 pts BOT 2nd Claire Ferry 37 pts. Dates for your diary; 28th March : Captain’s Day Ladies Winter Links Open. 31st March : Members Sub Competition. 1st April : Ladies & Gents Open 5th & 7th April : Members qualifiers for Donegal Shield. Ladies News
The rub of the green was with Pamela Clinton on a bright and sunny St Patrick’s Day in Portsalon Golf Club. Her 7 pars saw Lady Captain Noreen McConigley pipped at the post by one point this week. One can’t ignore the last 7 holes of Claire McGonigle either, having recorded 4 pars and 3 birdies. While St Patrick may have banished snakes and the occasional birdie, he also took care of the mats as well, as we saw a welcome return to the fairways. There were floats galore all over the country and indeed one or two little white balls got into the spirit of the day at the 2nd. But that’s what retrievers were invented for! Ladies Winter Links Captains Day Thursday 28th March. There is a list of those who qualify for the main prizes, with a minimum 3 card entries, on the notice board in the ladies locker room. All other players, including those who join on the Captain’s Day, will compete for the ‘non qualifying’ prizes. Regardless of qualifying status, the 2’s pot will be divided evenly between anyone who records a 2 on a Par 3. Call the PRO shop 074 – 91 – 59459 to book your tee time or use the BRS system. Results: 1st Pamela Clinton – 38 pts 2nd Noreen McConigley – 37 pts Upcoming Events 28th March Ladies Winter Links Open Captain’s Day 31st March Members Sub Competition 1st April Ladies and Gents Open |
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