ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS
The Management Committee wishes to remind members that the annual subscription must be paid by 31st December. The Club relies heavily on members’ co-operation at this time of year with payment of membership fees, so your assistance over the coming few weeks regarding settling of accounts would be greatly appreciated. Payments are accepted both in the office and bar.  Please bring your invoice with your remittance as this will enable us to process your payment more promptly. 

Lions Club
Dungarvan Lions Club do tremendous work throughout the year to bring some light into the lives of many. At Christmas they co-ordinate the task of distributing basic provisions to the many needy families in the area; the huge logistical task is effected with ease by the Lions and they deserve our support. As in previous years we have Open Competitions over a full weekend from Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th December, and the prizes are sponsored once again by Ben O’ Neill. If we can judge from last year Ben is likely to provide Radio, DVD, Hi-fi merchandise in his usual generous way. We hope that the weather smiles on us and that members and visitors will support this worthy cause. Watch out for notices and on-line timesheets.

Party Time
Tom Daly catering put up the finest of Christmas fare on Wednesday for the 60.com group, and they certainly know how to enjoy themselves. They had hardly finished dining when the ‘craic’ started: “it must have been the wine” I heard one senior citizen quip as he tried to explain the raucous behaviour. “All good and clean wholesome fun” said another as the jokes and slagging supplemented the singing and recitations. “When it comes to carol singing the choir at The Friary are only trottin’ after us” said organizer-in-chief Tom Phelan. Tom Daly did it all again on Friday for the Ladies’ Club, when a huge crowd enjoyed his sumptuous and seasonal fare. I had better not reveal closing time that night, and it seems that they just wanted to outdo the 60.com crew. Incidentally, our club has become very popular for office parties at this time of year. Just call into Tom Daly or Secretary/Manager Irene and they’ll help you with the details.

Playing Around
This is not about TigerWoods! This is about the course set-up in January, when it has been proposed to start all competitions on the 10th. We have not tried this before, and the rationale behind it is that the 2nd green is always the last to thaw in frosty weather. By starting on the 10th we’ll get away earlier on frosty mornings. Many members realize that the protection of the greens in frosty weather is a priority. Course Manager Anthony and his crew have often explained that walking on frosty greens ‘burns’ the grass and it takes time and work to heal them. So, let’s see what happens from January.

The Funny Side of Golf!
This is about Tiger Woods - who is so rich that he owns lots of expensive cars; the cool thing is now he has a hole-in-one. He should have used a driver, and it was the first time he failed to drive 300 yards, and in fact he drove into a hazard. Yes, he was all over the place, more like a rabbit than a Tiger. Usually decisive, this time he couldn’t decide between wood and iron as he crashed into both a fire hydrant and a tree. While playing a-round his pinpoint accuracy let him down as he took his eye off the ball. Apparently the police asked Tiger’s wife how many times she hit him. She said “I don’t know exactly, but put me down for a 5.” His major sponsors Gillette said he had a close shave.

Rules of Golf
Readers seem to enjoy questions on the rules, so, when space permits I will include some. This time it is True or False, with answers given at the end. 1. Your ball has become unfit for play as its surface is scratched or scraped. T/F? 2. In a four-ball stroke play competition a player may play the whole round without a partner. T/F? 3. A Stableford is a form of stroke play. T/F? 4. The penalty for agreeing to waive the operation of any Rule is disqualification T/F? 5. A player must stand within the teeing ground to play his tee shot? T/F? Answers: 1.False: the ball must be visibly cut, cracked or out of shape. 2. True. 3. True, as is a vPar event. 4. True. 5. False: providing the ball is within the teeing ground you may stand outside it.

INTRODUCTORY OFFER FOR NEW MEMBERS
Dungarvan Golf Club now has a special “Introductory Offer” for new members, whereby newcomers to the club may join for a flat €500. This generous offer is valid for the 2009/10 membership season i.e. 1st October 2009 to 30th September 2010.  An application form can be downloaded from the club website www.dungarvangolfclub.com or, alternatively, contact the office on (058) 43310 if there is any further information or assistance you require.

Ladies Notes
Winter League: The Third round of the Winter League has been postponed until after Christmas.

Coastal Alliance: Despite the poor weather conditions, 40 Ladies took part in the Coastal Alliance on Thursday the 3rd December.  Well done to Mary French who was the winner on the day and to Theresa Keane and Teresa Hayes who were also among the prize winners. A big thank to you to Tom Daly and his staff, who provided a very welcome meal for everybody when they finished.

Christmas Party: We had a most enjoyable Christmas Party  in the Clubhouse on Friday night last. It was wonderful to see such a great turn out. After the presentation of prizes, we enjoyed an absolutely beautiful 4 course meal. A special “thank you” to Tom, Chris, Rita and Brendan for this. Also, well done to Mary Phelan, Lady Captain of the Home Alliance and her team, Theresa Keane and June Hayes, for their organisation and presentation on the night.

Fixtures: Tues 08/12/09 – 11 H S’Ford & Home Alliance. Sat 12/12/09 – 16H S’Ford. Tues 15/12/09 -   11 H S’Ford – Christmas Hamper Appeal.

Junior Notes
Coaching for our elite squads continues every Monday evening at Tinhalla Driving Range under the watchful eye of County coach and club professional David Hayes. Parents and adult members are welcome to attend as transport is always required and you might learn something. Departure is from Dungarvan Golf Club at 7pm.
Any enquiries regarding Junior Golf at Dungarvan can be directed to Club Professional David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or visit the website at www.freewebs.com/davidhayesproshop.

Christmas Gifts
David Hayes, our resident PGA Professional has a huge range of golf equipment. Christmas gifts for all the family, young and old, ladies and gents. There are clubs and caddycars (including electric), bags and balls. He has Titleist, Callaway, Ping, Footjoy, Mizuno, Etonic: you name it David has it ! and what about clobber? David stocks summer and winter wear, rainwear, shirts and sweaters,shoes, caps and gloves-he has all the popular brand names. For the kids David  has clubs,shoes, rainwear, under armour and shirts. If you can't make up your mind why not give a gift voucher? And don't forget, you can treat an improver to a series of lessons from one of Ireland's leading golf teachers. The golfshop at Dungarvan is spacious,bright and always well stocked. There's a welcome on the mat, and David will give the Professional's advice to all customers. Why not call in to the Pro-Shop before the Christmas rush!

DUNGARVAN GENTS RESULTS  
Thurs 3rd Open Gents 16H Singles Deise Golf World Winter League: 1st J. Kiely (16) 38. 2nd J. Lavan  (14) 37. Gross D. Walsh (3) 30gross. Winter CSS 37.  Fri 4th 16H Singles S/F:  1st D. Barry (13) 35. Winter C.S.S. 37.  Sat. 5th  9H Singles S/F: 1st T. Curran (12) 22pts (back 3). 2nd T. Power (13) 22.

DUNGARVAN GENTS FIXTURES  
Thurs 10th Dec. Open Gents 16H Singles. Fri. 11th, Sat. 12th, Sun. 13th Club 16H Singles S/F & Deise Golf World Winter League.

DUNGARVAN LADIES RESULTS
Sat.5th 11H S’Ford: 1st B.O’ Brien (10) 21 pts (back 5); 2nd Ann Morrissey (18) 21 pts. 9H S’Ford: 1st Tish Baumann (12) 20 pts; 2nd Maria Ryan (26) 18pts. 

DUNGARVAN LADIES FIXTURES
Sat 12th 16H S’Ford. Tues. 15th 11 Holes S/F Lions Club Christmas Appeal.

SIXTY.COM
Results Wed. 2nd December: 1st J.Elstead, M.McGrath, T.Dipple & S.Power 25. 2nd R.O’Connor, A.Morrissy, M.Fitzgerald & T.Phelan 28 & 1/12. 3rd P.Deasy, A.Twomey, M.O’Brien & S de Paor 28 & 7/12.

YOUNGONES
Results Wed. 2nd December: 1st Tish Baumann (12) 20pts. Next comp Wed. 9th Dec.

PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners Percy Hallahan &Tom Osbourne. Runners Up John & Ina Considine, Noel Brennan & Maurice Cliffe, DANNY Barry & Breeda Hallahan. Last 5 Michael Kelly & Pat McGovern. Lucky Table Hannah Walsh and Sheila Morrissey. Progressive 45  every Thursday night at 8.30. All are welcome.   

LOTTO 
Week ending 06/12/09: WINNING NUMBERS 1, 5, 6, 7.  No Winner. 15 euro winners; Chrissie Terry, Cora Hurney, Karen Frizzelle, Roger O’Connor, Carmel Fox.
NEXT WEEKS JACKPOT €8,850.  Next Draw Sun 13th Dec.  If you’re not in you can’t win! Thank you for your support.
CLUB CONTACT DETAILS:
Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com for online booking & timesheets. Email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it . Tel. (058) 43310. Fax.(058) 44113. Pro Shop (058) 44707, (M) 086 2681701. Pro Shop Website: www.freewebs/davidhayesproshop.com, Pro Shop email: This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .