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Lady Captain's Prize 2024 Saturday 27th July will be the big day in the calendar for the ladies as they compete for Lady Captain Noreen McConigley's Captain's Prize. The first tee is reserved for the ladies and captain's guests from 11am, with spots before and after available for gents wishing to compete on the day. Best wishes to Noreen for a successful day and here's hoping for some overdue summer sunshine! Upcoming events A reminder that as we turn from July into August there are still come major event left on the calendar. Noreen McConigley's Lady Captain's Prize is this Saturday July 27th. The following Saturday, August 3rd, it will be the 10th edition of the Charlie Canning Memorial Trophy and, of course, on the August Bank Holiday Monday we will stage the famous Barton Cup, a unique knockout event. Portsalon teams in action Plenty of Portsalon teams were in action across the busy weekend that ran alongside The Open in Troon. For some, the dream of glory in the yellow and black this season remains in place, for others the fire has burned out. Joe Hensey and his Donegal Senior team were in Ballyliffin on Saturday evening where they were edged out 3-2 in the first leg by the hosts. By virtue of big wins for team captain Joe and Gary Sheehan in in match four and John Logue & Dermot Boyce in match five, Portsalon are up four holes, leaving things very finely balance for the second leg. The Donegal League team, under the guide one more this season of Cathal Canning after a short absence, took a fine 3-2 first leg success from their battle with neighbours Rosapenna. Wins for the pairings of Stephen Connolly and Dave Butler, Donal Callaghan Jnr and Shane Sandilands and Joe Ferry and Joe Hensey secured an advantage for the Portsalon team to take into this Friday's second leg. Tee-off is at 4.00pm and all support is welcome. Finally, Sean Canning and his Ulster Cup team suffered playoff heartache in their last-16 tie against Faughan Valley on Sunday afternoon. Donal Callaghan Jnr and Shane Sandilands put home points on the board while Alistair Rodger was a big winner in Derry. However, with Faughan Valley also getting two of their points at home, it ended 3-3 after the final game in Portsalon came up the 18th and with both Brian Devlin and his opponent left with 10-feet putts for par, the margins were thin as Brian's putt sat on the lip and Faughan Valley saw theirs drop in. It all meant a playoff finish back in Faughan Valley where Alistair was rather unfortunate to have to tee-up again some two hours after finishing his match. A par at the first playoff hole was enough to see Faughan Valley progress despite a valiant Portsalon effort. Open Week Results Tuesday 16th July – V Par sponsored by Keating Amenities Winner: Eamonn Doherty (22) – 4up BOT Runner-up: Trevor Duncan (19) – 4up BOT Gross: David McCormick (4) – 2dn Third: Hazel Russell (22) – 4up First Nine: Eamonn McNelis (19) – 3up Second Nine: Rory McGettigan (12) – 4up Wednesday 17th July – Open sponsored by Patterson's Caravan Park Winner: Eileen McLarnon (31) – 42 pts Runner-up: Ian McGeever (16) – 40 pts Gross: David McCormick (3) – 35 gross pts Third: Tony Kingston (18) – 40 pts First Nine: Gerard Kelly (20) – 23 pts Second Nine: Patsy Gallagher (19) – 23 pts Club Results Sunday 21st July – Members Winner: Mark Cohen (20) – 42 pts Runner-up: UItan McGettigan (7) – 40 pts Gross: Mark Howard (10) – 28 gross pts Third: Mick Leonard (13) – 39 pts Ladies News Lady Captain’s Day Vice Lady Captain Roisin, the ladies branch and committee send best wishes to Lady Captain Noreen McConigley for a great day on Sat. The draw has been done and the excitement is mounting to see who will lift the coveted Lady Captain’s Prize title on Saturday night. Revive Team The Portsalon ladies faced a strong Letterkenny team but came away the victors after some very tough matches and opposition. Many thanks as always to the Letterkenny ladies, and for their hospitality shown to the Portsalon ladies. Portsalon are now through to the Quarter Finals and will face North West ladies in the next round. Congratulations to the Portsalon Ladies, and Team Captain Roseanne Logue. Open Week Ladies featured in many of the Open Week competitions this year again. Congratulations to Hazel Russell, Rosapenna Golf Club who came 3rd in the VPar Keating Amenities sponsored competition with 4Up on Tues 16th July. A great score from Eileen McLarnon to win the Patterson’s Caravan Park competition on Wed 17th July with 42 points. Featuring in the winners enclosure on Sunday 21st July was Pamela Clinton with an excellent 39 points. Another lady who is coming under the radar in time for Lady Captain’s Day! Club Matchplay Ladies are reminded to keep their matches updated as we approach the next rounds. Lady Beginner Scrambles There are just a few Friday evenings left of this seasons scrambles and this Friday is as normal, meeting at 6pm. There has been a great turnout of new ladies and support from members to help out, which is always appreciated. July Medal. There is nothing better than a nice round of Stroke Competition the day after Lady Captain’s Day to keep players minds focused. The July Medal will be played on Sunday. Results Members Competition 21st July Winner - Pamela Clinton 39 pts Runner-up - Allyson Owens 37pts
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Lady Captain's Prize 2024
Saturday 27th July will be the big day in the calendar for the ladies as they compete for Lady Captain Noreen McConigley's Captain's Prize. The first tee is reserved for the ladies and captain's guests from 11am, with spots before and after available for gents wishing to compete on the day. Timesheet opens via BRS on Saturday 20th July at 6.00pm for booking. Best wishes to Noreen for a successful day and here's hoping for some overdue summer sunshine! Portsalon teams in action This coming weekend is a busy one for the Portsalon teams that remain in competitive action. On Friday evening, team captain Cathal Canning will send his Donegal League troops into battle in their first leg against our neighbours Rosapenna. The first leg takes place in Downings from 4.00pm on Friday. On Saturday afternoon Joe Hensey sends his Donegal Seniors to Ballyliffin for first leg action on the Glashedy course against the Inishowen club in what is a semi-final clash. And finally on Sunday afternoon, Sean Canning will be sending out his Ulster Cup team in a split-venue clash with Faughan Valley GC in Derry and Portsalon, with matches underway in both venues at 2.30pm. Any and all support for the Portsalon team is welcome! Open Week Results Wednesday 10th July – Open Stableford sponsored by Letterkenny Driving Range Winner: Brendan McGee (15) – 40 pts Runner-up: Cian McGettigan (18) – 39 pts BOT Gross: Shane Magee (3) – 31 gross pts Third: Patrick McFadden (15) – 39 pts First Nine: Darren Murphy (33) – 24 pts Second Nine: Colm McConigley (10) – 21 pts Best Lady: Cecilia Doran (Rosapenna, 31) – 34 pts Thursday 11th July – Stroke sponsored by Total Golf Winner: Cian McGettigan (18) – 67 Runner-up: Cathal McGettigan (19) – 68 BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 75 gross Third: John Shields (17) – 68 nett First Nine: William Hewitson (1) – 36 Second Nine: Enda McHugh (32) – 29 Visitor: Raymond Phelan (14) – 71 Friday 12th July – Stableford sponsored by Donegal Oil Winner: Cian McGettigan (16) – 44 pts Runner-up: Orla Gallagher (12) – 43 pts Gross: Shea Dorman (+2) – 38 gross pts Third: Bernard Maguire (36) – 41 pts First Nine: Eamonn Doherty (21) – 23 pts Second Nine: Declan Carr (29) – 23 pts Saturday 13th July – 4BBB sponsored by Knockalla Caravan Park Winner: David Deeney / Teddy Russell– 50 pts Runners-up: Ronan McClafferty / Eamonn McConigley – 47pts BOT Third: M Stirrat / E Cullen – 47pts BOT Fourth: Aedeen Conway / Denver Kirk - 47 pts BOT Sunday 14th July Stableford sponsored by Pat O'Neill Building Supplies Winner: Ryan Canning (24, Letterkenny) – 45 pts Runner-up: Gerard Gallagher (22) – 44 pts Gross: Michael Campbell (2) – 37 gross pts Third: Brian Boyle (25) – 41 pts First Nine: Rory McDermott (23) – 25 pts Second Nine: Noel Callaghan (36) – 22 pts Best Lady: Carla Peters (Gweedore, 45) – 39 pts Monday 15th July – 2-Person Scramble in aid of the Donegal Hospice Winners: D. Dawson / L. Lennox (5) – 46 pts Runner-up: M. Shiel / B. Neely (12) – 45 pts Third: B. Bennett / M. Bennett (9) – 44 pts BOT Fourth: S. McLaughlin / R. McClafferty (9) – 44 pts BOT Ladies News Lady Captain’s Draw The draw for playing partners for Lady Captain’s Day will take place on Sunday 21st July. Please make sure your name is on the list if you intend playing. The draw will be posted on BRS. Golfer of Year As Open Week clashed with GOY points last week, these will be played for on this Alternate Fri 19th & Sun 21st July. Open Week A very successful Open Week concludes on Wed 17th July. There have been some excellent scores from the ladies, particularly a great Runner-Up from Orla Gallagher (12) Otway Golf Club with 43 pts on 12th July. All the Open Weeks scores and results are posted on the Club Facebook page. Lady Beginner’s Scrambles. If you can spare some time and a putter, 6pm Friday evening to help and assist the new Lady Beginners Scramble would be most appreciated. Open Week 2024
Portsalon's 2024 Open Week is now underway. Members and visitors alike can book their slots via BRS or by calling the shop on 074 9159459. The remaining events are: Fri 12th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Donegal Oil Gents & Ladies Sat 13th July 2024: Open Week - 4 BBB Kindly Sponsored by Knockalla Caravan Park Gents & Ladies (Any combination) Sun 14th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Pat O'Neill Building Services Ltd Gents & Ladies Mon 15th July 2024: Open Week - 2 person Scramble for Donegal Hospice Charity Day (All proceeds on the day go to Donegal hospice) Gents & Ladies (Any combination) Tues 16th July 2024: Open Week – Singles V Par Kindly Sponsored by Keating Amenities Gents & Ladies Wed 17th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Patterson's Caravan Park Gents & Ladies Team Golf Congrats to Sean Canning and his Ulster Cup team on a gritty win over Carrickfergus GC on Sunday last. The topsy-turvy game saw Alistair Rodger and Colm McConigley picking up wins up in Antrim to give Portsalon a major foothold but, at home, two of the three matches were won by the Carrickfergus visitors, with Brian Devlin holding firm in match three to level matters. That meant a playoff, where Carrickfergus had home advantage, and it was Alistair Rodger that was tasked with trying to see things over the line. He went into battle for a second time with Crawford McRae and the pair had a fascinating three-hole tussle. Alistair's exceptional drive on the third playoff hole heaped pressure on the home team and a leaked drive into some trees handed the Portsalon man an initiative he would refuse to give back as he won the playoff to send Portsalon through to face Faughan Valley next. A wonderfully sporting game in both venues on Sunday, Sean and team wish to extend thanks to Team Captain's Simon and Billy from Carrickfergus on their hospitality. Club Results Wednesday 3rd July Winner: Matthew McLaughlin (23) – 40 pts Runner-up: Mark Bolton (28) – 37 pts Saturday 6th July Winner: Alfie Rodger (25) – 40 pts Runner-up: Mark Howard (11) – 39 pts BOT Gross: Dermot Shields (5) – 29 gross pts Third: Shaun Campbell (20) – 39 pts Sunday 7th July Winner: Clive Davison (11) – 44 pts Runner-up: Kevin McFadden (23) – 42 pts Gross: Chuck McTaggart (13) – 27 gross pts Third: Sean Gibson (17) – 41 pts Ladies News June Medal As Lady Captain’s Day approaches, all eyes are turning to the in-form ladies. The alternate day on Friday 5th July saw Hilary Thompson bring in a net score of 72 in the stroke competition to win the rescheduled June Medal, so she will be added to the growing list of the ladies to watch out for at the end of the month. Speaking of which, the list is on the notice board in the ladies locker room for names of those intending to play on Lady Captain’s day, and attend the dinner. Please make sure you get your name down as soon as possible in order that numbers can be given to the restaurant. Lady Beginners There will be no lady beginners scramble this Friday evening 12th July as it is Open Week. Open Week Just a reminder to pre-book your times for our Open Week Festival of Golf which has commenced this week. There are some great competitions with lots of variations. A special mention for the 2-person scramble, any combination, on Monday the 15th July. All proceeds on the day, will be donated to the very worthy Donegal Hospice. Club Matchplay. The second round should all be near completion and round 3 gets underway. If you haven’t heard from your opponent, don’t wait, drop her a message and get your matches organised! Matthew McLaughlin wins Captain's Prize in Portsalon It was the first Major of the summer at Portsalon on Saturday last as the field took to the links to contest Mr Pat Horner's Captain's Prize. A large turnout were greeted with mostly pleasant playing conditions, while any troubles were eased around the turn as Captain Pat laid on a burger and a beer for those in dire need of a pick-me-up from the golfing woes! The winning score on the day came from Matthew McLaughlin (24) with a consistent effort that saw just one blip on the seventh hole en route to 42 points. Matthew certainly appeared to be one that perked up with the smell of food, carding pars on the 10th, 12th and 12th holes that really propelled him into the mix. Five straight bogeys from then to the house brought his inward nine to a conclusion in a fine 41 strokes and enabled him to pip Gerry Hannon to the top billing by a single point, with Donal Callaghan Jnr completing the podium on a break-of-tie. The gross prize went the way of Ryan McGettigan (+1), while the Ladies Prize from the Captain was won by Deirdre Hensey (20) with 38 points – a first Major for the popular past Lady Captain. Congrats to all the prize winners on the day and to Captain Pat for hosting an enjoyable day and night – with plenty dancing after the meal as Gerry O'Sullivan serenaded the clubhouse. Results - Mr Pat Horner's Captain's Prize – Saturday 29th June Winner: Matthew McLaughlin (24) – 42 pts Runner-up: Gerry Hannon (17) – 41 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (+1) – 32 gross pts Third: Donal Callaghan Jnr (13) – 41 pts Cat 1: Jack Friel (6) – 39 pts Cat 2: Pat Barrett (17) - 39 pts Cat 3: Noel Gillespie (21) – 39 pts Past Captain: Garrett Horkan (31) – 39 pts Council Member: Brendan Cullen (17) – 36 pts First Nine: Ray Devenney (20) – 22 pts Second Nine: Mickey Crossan (36) – 24 pts Longest Drive: Ronan McAteer Nearest The Pin: Ciaran Brogan Captain's Prize to the Ladies Winner: Deirdre Hensey (20) – 38 pts Runner-up: Aedeen Conway (15) – 37 pts Gross: Claire McGonagle (5) – 23 gross pts Third: Roisin McCormack (16) – 35 pts First Nine: Mary Barrett (24) – 17 pts Second Nine: Brighdin Hawke (52) – 21 pts Longest Drive: Claire McGonagle Nearest The Pin: Roisin McCormack Open Week 2024 Please see fixture list below for Open Week 2024. Wed 10th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Letterkenny Driving Range Gents & Ladies Thur 11th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stroke Kindly Sponsored by Total Golf Gents & Ladies Fri 12th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Donegal Oil Gents & Ladies Sat 13th July 2024: Open Week - 4 BBB Kindly Sponsored by Knockalla Caravan Park Gents & Ladies (Any combinaton) Sun 14th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Pat O'Neill Building Services Ltd Gents & Ladies Mon 15th July 2024: Open Week - 2 person Scramble for Donegal Hospice Charity Day (All proceeds on the day go to Donegal hospice) Gents & Ladies (Any combinaton) Tues 16th July 2024: Open Week – Singles V Par Kindly Sponsored by Keating Amenities Gents & Ladies Wed 17th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Pattersons Caravan Park Gents & Ladies Club Results Wednesday 26th June Winner: Joe Hensey (15) – 40 pts Runner-up: Mark Bolton (29) – 39 pts Gross: Jamie Foley (+1) – 36 gross pts Third: Donal Callaghan Snr (16) – 38 pts Sunday 30th June Winner: Joe Coyle (10) – 70 nett BOT Runner-up: Ollie O'Dowd (12) – 70 nett Gross: Paddy McGroarty (9) – 80 gross Third: Brian Boyle (25) – 74 nett Ladies News Deirdre Hensey wins her first Major. It may come as a surprise to some that Mr Captain Pat Horner’s Prize to the ladies is the first major to be won by Deirdre Hensey. The in -form player has been very consistent all year and the challenging weather conditions on Friday 28th June was taken in her stride. Having been a major’s runner-up on several occasions, beaten on breaks of ties, this was Deirdre’s day to take the honours. After a slow start on the front nine, a par save on the 10th set her up for an excellent back nine including 5 pars totaling 23 points. Separated by just a single point, runner up was Aedeen Conway who played later in the day, and with dark clouds looming overhead threatening rain, returned an excellent 9 pars. With the wind at her back, and converting the birdie putt on the 4th hole, a superb Gross score of 23 which also included 9 pars from Claire McGonagle, handed her the coveted gross. Long, straight and outdriving the entire field on the 11th Claire also took Mr Captain’s longest drive prize Just three points separated first to third and Roisin McCormack stepped up to the mark, not deterred by the windy conditions. Accuracy into the wind on the 10th hole secured the nearest the pin prize for Roisin. Márie O’Donnell The home return match of the MOD was played on Sunday against Dunfanaghy. With 2 ½ matches out of 5 in hand from the away matches, Portsalon Ladies battled hard, but Dunfanaghy ladies proved the strongest on the day. Congratulations to Dunfanaghy and good luck in your next round. Many thanks to our ladies for playing great matches and making themselves available. Also appreciation to Iris Condron for her hard work as team captain. Lady Beginner Scrambles The Friday evening scrambles with Lady Beginners continue. If anyone is around to help occasionally, you would be most welcome and appreciated. If anyone has a spare putter they can lend or no longer have a need for, please place in the golf bag in the ladies locker room. June Medal The deferred June medal will be played this weekend. It is a stroke competition and may be played on the Alternate Friday or the Main Sunday as usual. Results Mr Captains Prize to Ladies Winner : Deirdre Hensey (20) – 38pts Runner-Up : Aedeen Conway (15) – 37pts Gross: Claire McGonagle (5) – 23 gross points Third: Roisin McCormack (16) – 35pts First Nine : Mary Barrett (24) – 17pts Second 9: Brighidín Hawke (52) – 21pts Longest Drive : Claire McGonagle on 11th Nearest the Pin on 10th : Roisin McCormack Guest Prize: Marian Overend May Month Re-entry Winner - Deirdre Hensey Runner-Up - Noreen McConigley Captain's Prize 2024
Best wishes to Mr Captain, Pat Horner, as he hosts his Captain's Prize on Saturday 29th June. There are still some spots available on the timesheet. Here's hoping for weather and an enjoyable day for all concerned. Team Results Commiserations to our team Jimmy Bruen team after their run was ended on Sunday by City of Derry. Close games home and away, but in the end the Derry men were able to claim a crucial point in Portsalon and that gave them the 3-1 win. Open Week 2024 Please see fixture list below for Open Week 2024. All Timesheets will go live tomorrow evening 26th June at 18.00 for members. Timesheets for visitors will go live on the 27th June at 18.00. Wed 10th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Letterkenny Driving Range Gents & Ladies Thur 11th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stroke Kindly Sponsored by Total Golf Gents & Ladies Fri 12th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Donegal Oil Gents & Ladies Sat 13th July 2024: Open Week - 4 BBB Kindly Sponsored by Knockalla Caravan Park Gents & Ladies (Any combinaton) Sun 14th July 2024: Open Week - Single Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Pat O'Neill Building Services Ltd Gents & Ladies Mon 15th July 2024: Open Week - 2 person Scramble for Donegal Hospice Charity Day (All proceeds on the day go to Donegal hospice) Gents & Ladies (Any combinaton) Tues 16th July 2024: Open Week – Singles V Par Kindly Sponsored by Keating Amenities Gents & Ladies Wed 17th July 2024 Open Week – Singles Stableford Kindly Sponsored by Pattersons Caravan Park Gents & Ladies Club Results Wednesday 19th June Winner: Cathal McGettigan (19) – 43 pts Runner-up: Damion O'Donnell (19) – 42 pts Gross: Sean Hensey (5) – 34 gross pts Third: Bernard Nash (24) – 40 pts Saturday 22nd June Winner: Donal McClafferty (14) – 36 pts BOT Runner-up: Dermot Shields (6) – 36 pts BOT Gross: Jamie Foley (Scr) – 36 gross pts Third: John Shields (7) – 36 pts Sunday 23rd June Winner: Shaun Strain (10) – 41 pts Runner-up: Noel Fisher (13) – 40 pts Gross: Michael Campbell (3) – 35 gross pts Third: Enda McHugh (32) – 40 pts Ladies News Victory to Portsalon Ladies in Revive The Revive Active ladies team march on to the next round after a stunning victory in all their matches on Sunday past. Many thanks to the ladies in Galgorm Golf Club for the wonderful welcome and hospitality to the Portsalon visitors. At home were the two Deirdres, Hensey and O’Toole, Sarah Nicholl and Pamela Clinton. Away in Galgorm were two Claires, McGonagle and Ferry along with Roisin McCormack and Aedeen Conway. The 4th round against Letterkenny Golf Club beckons and has to be played by July 21st. Lady Captain’s Day Before you know it, Sat 27th July will be upon us. This is just a reminder to have your three cards in to qualify for the main prizes. All lady member competitions and the first in the monthly re-entry can count. Máire O’Donnell The return match against Dunfanaghy will be played on Sunday 30th June at home.
Club News Captain's Prize 2024 Mr Pat Horner will host his Captain's Prize on Saturday 29th June. The timesheet will be open for members on BRS on Sunday 23rd June. Team Results Commiserations to our team that went down battling in recent days. The Flogas Mixed Foursomes were defeated by Dunmurray in a close battle, under the tutelage of Sean Barrett and Roisin McCormack. Our Minor League squad also bowed out against a strong Letterkenny side in Barnhill as they overturned a 3-2 first leg deficit. Hard luck to Stuart Nicholl and his players. Club Results Wednesday 12th June Winner: Shane McNamee (22) – 40 pts Runner-up: Ciaran McCormick (6) – 38 pts BOT Gross: Kevin Boyce (5) – 35 gross pts Third: David Deeney (15) – 38 pts Saturday 15th June Winner: Sean Forbes ( 8 ) – 38 pts BOT Runner-up: Paul Whorton (2) – 38 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (0) - 34pts Third: Brendan Cullen (22) - 38pts BOT Sunday 16th June Winner: Dan Martin (22) – 40 pts Runner-up: Shaun Strain (11) – 38 pts Gross: Johnny Shields (1) – 29 gross pts Third: Barry Keeney (22) – 38 pts Ladies News Team News Marie O’Donnell Tournament Dunfanaghy Golf Club hosted the Portsalon ladies in the first round of the Four-Ball MOD, and the ladies came away with a fantastic 2 ½ matches from 5. There were some new faces this year on the team, and it’s great to see the ladies enjoying match play just the way Márie O’Donnell intended it. The home matches will be played in Portsalon Golf Club on the 30th June. Mixed Fourball The mixed fourball team travelled to Dunmurry Golf Club and hosted Dunmurry in Portsalon on Friday 14th June. In very close matches, Dunmurry came away the victors. Thanks to the Dunmurry Team and their captain Sean for their hospitality. Also, many thanks to our own team captain Sean Barrett, for all the work he has put into arranging pairs and matches. Results The winner of the Members Competition which is played on either Friday the alternate day, or Sunday was won by Monica McGettigan with 35 points. A mouthwatering display of golf from Aoife Brown must be congratulated, having scored 13 Pars and a Birdie to net 32 points on Sunday. Club Matchplay The singles Matchplay is into the second round. The play-by date is on the board, so please ensure you have completed each date by the due date and enter the name to go forward for the next round.June Dates for your diary. Fri 28th June -Mr Captain Pat Horner’s Prize to the Ladies Sun 30th Márie O’Donnell team host Dunfanaghy Golf Club Justin Green wins the John Sweeney Memorial
On a day that often felt more November than June conditions-wise, Justin Green (13) produced a sparkling round of golf to win the John Sweeney Memorial with a stunning 64 nett score. A howling wind was blowing around Portsalon on Saturday, darting one way then another, making for extremely tough playing conditions in the always testing stroke-play format. Justin carded four pars and a birdie on his front nine to turn in three-over par before a quality run of five successive par to start the inward nine. After a double-bogey at the 16th – his only blip on the card – he showed the steely response needed to birdie the par-five 17th and signed off his round in real style with a closing par, signing for a 77 gross score, five-over par. An exceptional round, all the more so in the prevailing conditions, and a truly worthy winning score, Justy's name will be added to the magnificent John Sweeney Memorial Trophy. Runner-up on the day was Vincent Bradley (26) with a 68 nett score, secured with pars on the final two holes. The gross went to Ryan McGettigan (Scr) with a level-par 72 score, terrific shooting on the day. Captain's Prize 2024 Mr Pat Horner will host his Captain's Prize on Saturday 29th June. The timesheet will be open for members on BRS on Sunday 23rd June. Full Result - John Sweeney Memorial 2024 Winner: Justin Green (13) – 64 nett Runner-up: Vincent Bradley (26) – 68 nett Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 72 gross Third: Alan Blair (12) – 70 nett First Nine: Kieran O'Neill (22) – 35 nett Second Nine: Shaun Campbell (20) – 32 nett Club Results Sunday 9th June Winner: Joe Ferry (15) – 39 pts Runner-up: Shaun Strain (10) – 38 pts Ladies News, Putters Wanted! Our Friday evening scrambles and lessons for lady beginner’s introduction to golf is progressing very nicely. We have enough clubs but are short of putters. If you have one that you no longer have need for, abandoned in the attic, Lady Captain Noreen would be delighted to get it. Team News Revive Active Royal Portrush Golf Club hosted Portsalon Golf Club ladies on the wonderful Dunluce course, in the Revive Active. With 2 pairs away and two at home, the windy and rather chilly weather suited our ladies better, as they won with 3 ½ matches. 2 excellent wins away prevented the dreaded tie off hole. Thanks to Royal Portrush for their wonderful hospitality to our visiting ladies. Intermediate Foursomes City of Derry claimed the victory against Portsalon Golf Club on the 4th tie hole in Portsalon. Strong competition in City of Derry saw them capture the home matches while in Portsalon there were two great wins for our home ladies. In the end it came down to a single putt on the 4th to give the visitors the victory. Thanks to City of Derry for their wonderful hospitality to our visiting ladies. Mixed Fourball Friday 14th June sees the Mixed Fourball team take on Dunmurry Golf Club. With 2 pairs at home and two away. Best of luck to the team and hopefully the weather will be kind. Coming Up! Club matchplay 1st round must be completed by 15th June. Mr Captain Pat Horner’s Prize to the ladies will be played on Friday 28th June. Team Results
Congratulations to Sean Canning and his Ulster Cup team as they overcame City of Derry by 3.5 matches to 2.5 on Saturday afternoon. The home games were won by Donal Callaghan Jr and Alistair Rodger while Joe Ferry was a 2&1 winner in Derry. That meant Brian Devlin's 3up lead on the 16th tee was enough to secure the verdict as that match was called in. Portsalon will face either Carrickfergus or Ormeau next. Club Results Saturday 1st June Winner: Kieran Barron (17) – 45 pts Runner-up: Shaun Gallagher (27) – 41 pts Gross: Kevin Hensey (5) – 33 gross pts Third: Daniel Shields (7) – 39 pts Sunday 2nd June Winner: Ultan McGettigan (7) – 38 pts Runner-up: Michael Bowe (23) – 37 pts BOT Gross: Ryan McGettigan (Scr) – 37 gross pts Third: Gareth McLarnon (11) – 37 pts Ladies News Lady Captain’s Outing to Dunfanaghy Golf Club Lady Captain Noreen wishes to thank all the ladies who joined her on a particularly sunny Saturday in Dunfanaghy Golf Club. The fabulously baked homemade scones in the clubhouse hit the spot, as ladies swapped the putting green for the tea! Everyone was in jovial mood, and even managed to gather for the obligatory group photo with Lady Captain Noreen. There was a great welcome from Dunfanaghy for us, both in the shop and the restaurant. Sarah Nicholl rose to the top on a BOT, mainly thanks to the unsuspecting car crossing the path at the 18th who carefully ricocheted her ball onto the green rather than the bunker! In fairness, her other 17 holes including a nice birdie helped! Winner – Sarah Nicholl 37pts bot Runner-up – Deirdre O’Toole 37pts 3rd – Karen McGlinchey 35pts 9’s – Claire Ferry and Vera Kearney Teams Intermediate Foursomes Best wishes to the Intermediate team who play City of Derry on Friday 7th June. Revive Good luck to all in the Revive team who are off to play the Dunluce course in Royal Portrush on the 8th June. Lady Beginners Continuing our Friday evening scrambles with lady beginners this week at 6pm. If any of our members are around to play a couple of holes with the ladies, it would be most appreciated. Mr Captain’s Prize to the ladies Mr Pat Horner’s Prize to the ladies will be played on the 28th June. Sunday Members results. Continuing her great run of form after winning the May Medal last week, Ita Ward came out on top again this week with a great score of 39 points. Club News
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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