SENIOR PAIRS
This week Dungarvan once again welcomes visiting golfers for the Annual 3 courses Senior Pairs tournament. With a different format on each course over the week, and open to Ladies, Men or Mixed Teams, this event proves ever popular with the over 55’s. Members should note the timesheets are reserved for this event on both Tuesday & Wednesday for a large portion of each day.

DEISE GOLF WORLD WINTER LEAGUE
The Winter League sees Fews V Ballinroad in the Final proper. The plate semi’s between Silversprings & Parklane & Newline v Highlanders had not been decided at the time of going to press. The final of each section is set for Saturday 10th April in the afternoon with the presentation of prizes by Graham Nagle of Deise Golf World that evening.

NEW GUI SMART CARDS
The GUI has now issued new Smart Cards for every male golfer who is a member of an affiliated golf club. The existing membership number remains the same. These new cards are available in the bar, and must be collected prior to 31st May, after which all prior issue cards will become obsolete and will cease to operate the Handicapping Software System. The new cards must be registered on the GOLFnet system. Go to www.golfnet.ie, enter your membership number and password, and follow the on-screen instructions. Cards registered prior to 31st May will gain automatic entry to a free draw.

CUP CARE!
It is noticeable that some damage is being caused to the hole edges on our greens. Players are requested not to use their putter heads to scoop the ball from the hole – if you really can’t bend down to pick out your ball, suction pads for the end of the putter grip are available in the Pro Shop. Secondly, we would request that players ensure the flag stick is replaced properly in the cup to avoid it leaning against the hole side, particularly in windy weather.

FINANCIAL PLANNING
In the current economic climate, people are acutely aware of costs and planning ahead for them. If members have any concerns or requirements in this regard relating to golf, they can contact the Office to discuss further.
 
CLUB FIXTURES
Both the Gents and Ladies fixtures for 2010 are posted on the Club Website, and can be found on the right hand side of the Home Page. These will be updated regularly as alterations/additions are made.

AMENDED LOCAL RULE
With effect from 1st April, members should note a change to the local rules, whereby free relief from the hedge surrounding the practice green will no longer be available. The local rules posted in the Clubhouse and on the scorecard reflect this change from 1st April.

SYMPATHY
The Club wishes to extend sincerest sympathy to Betty O’Brien on the untimely death of her brother Liam Cashman, and to Jack & Eddie Elstead on the passing of their mother Peg. May they rest in peace.
 
JUNIOR NOTES
Last Wednesday our Juniors headed for the Gold Coast Golf Club for the qualifying round of the Irish Junior Foursomes. Our team of Colm O’Hare, Gabriel Leacy, Colm Kindregan & Kevin Walsh acquitted themselves admirably in very difficult conditions. With only 2 teams to qualify, we were lying second, but a scorecard error relegated us to third place by half a shot. It proved a costly lesson but the quality of the golf played showed that we are a match for anyone. Well done to all concerned and a special thanks to our caddies.
PRE JUNIOR COMPETITION: Last Wednesday our pre juniors took to the course for our Easter Tournament. David Looby pipped younger brother Tom for the first prize. Meldon O’Dwyer took third with John Treen in fourth place. Our next tournament for pre juniors and juniors is on Friday 9th April at 10am.
TUITION: Pre Junior and beginner coaching continues on Saturday at 3pm and for our elite squads on Wednesday at 4.30 pm.          
Any enquiries regarding Junior Golf can be directed to Club Professional, David Hayes at 058-44707, or by email to 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.

GENTS RESULTS
Thur.1st Open 18H S/F: 1st P.Foley (11/Slievenamon) 41pts. 2nd P.Drummy (8) 40 (B6). Fri 2nd Open 18H S/F: 1st E.Hourihan (14/Slievenamon) 39pts. 2nd Ml.Maher (10) 38 (B9). Gross P.Norris (2/Hamilton) 35. 3rd D.Donnelly (7/Waterford) 38. Sat 3rd Open 18H v.Par: 1st PJ Kindregan (8) 7up. 2nd L.Feeney (10) 6up. Gross K.Stack (+1) level. 3rd D.Ryan (14) 5up. 4th G.Walsh (17) 5up. 5th B.Irish (10) 3up. Sun.4th Open 18H S/F: 1st J.Walsh (15) 42pts. 2nd F.Power (9) 41.Gross K.Stack (+1) 37. 3rd B.O’Kennedy (17) 40. 4th PJ Kindregan (7) 39. 5th S.O’Hara (11) 39. Mon.5th Open 18H S/F: 1st K.Walsh (14) 40pts. 2nd M.Maher (10) 39. Gross D.Walsh (3) 32. 

GENTS FIXTURES  
Thur.8th April Open 18H S/F. Sat.10th 18H S/F. Sun.11th 18H stroke Monthly Medal. Sun.18th April 18H stroke Senior & Junior Scr. Cups.

LADIES RESULTS
Tues.30th Mar: 1st Josephine Melody (17) 31pts. 2nd Ann Morrissey (18) 26. Fri.2nd April Open 18H S/F:1st Deirdre O'Brien (17) 40pts. 2nd Carol O'Riordan (21) 35. Sat.3rd Open 18H S/F: 1st Francis O'Brien (27) 41pts. 2nd Sylvia Phelan (23) 39. 3rd Patricia Murray (28) 38. 4th Mary Kyne (15) 38. Congratulations to Peggy O'Brien who had a hole-in-one at the 13th on Saturday 3rd April. Well done. 

LADIES FIXTURES
Tues 6th 9H scramble. Sat 10th Open 18H S/F. Tues.13th Open 18H S/F.

THREE CLUBS PROMOTION
The three golf clubs, together with Clonea Strand Hotel, Lawlors Hotel, The Park Hotel and the Gold Coast, have launched and interesting free raffle for people who email into the ‘Dungarvan Golf’ website. All a person has to do is email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it , leave their name and agree to receive special offer emails concerning golf and accommodation promotions. There are three prizes for this raffle; 2 Nights B & B at either the Park Hotel, Lawlors Hotel or Gold Coast Golf Hotel for four people as well as a round of golf for four at the three local clubs.
 
60.COM
Result for Wed.31 March: 1st John Colbert (18) 18pts. Best Lady Anna Harney (27) 10. Best Gent Sean de Paor (18) 15. Next competition is a scramble on Weds 14th April. New members always very welcome.

YOUNGONES
Next competition is on Weds 7th April Captains Prize. New members always very welcome.

PROGRESSIVE 45
Thur 1st April. Winners Pat McGovern & Michael Kelly. Runners up Roger O’Connor & Tom Phelan. Last 5 Ger & Mary O’Donovan. Lucky Table Tom Melody & Michael Kelleher. Next Progressive 45 Thursday 8th April at 8.30. All are welcome.

LOTTO 
WINNING NUMBERS: 3, 4, 12, 20. No winner. €15 winners: Michael Farrell Lisduggan, JP Byrne, Conor O’Brien, Carmel Reynolds Currabaha, Stradbally Golf Society. Next Draw Sunday 11 April. Next Jackpot €11,400.

CLUB CONTACT DETAILS
Website www.dungarvangolfclub.com for online booking & timesheets. Office (058) 43310. Pro Shop (058) 44707.