DEISE GOLF WORLD WINTER LEAGUE
The Deise Golf World sponsored Winter League, despite some of the most unfavourable winter weather we’ve seen in years, finally came to a conclusion at the weekend. Fews and Ballinroad contested the final proper, with Fews coming out the victors. We won’t go into the details of all the matches, but it is clear that the weight of wearing the Club blazer is no problem to some, with vice Captain Roger O’Connor and President Frank Lloyd both returning convincing victories. In the plate Silversprings overcame a strong challenge from the Highlanders to win out. Thanks and well done to everybody who took part in the Winter League, which is an important source of Club revenue over the winter months. A very special thanks also to Graham Nagle of Deise Golf World for his generous sponsorship of this event. The date of the presentation will be announced shortly. 

SOUTH EAST LEAGUE:
Having led our section of the South East League going into the final round Dungarvan lost 9 – 3 to West Waterford at Mitchelstown at the weekend. This defeat relegated us to third place. The final of the South East League will now be contested between Mitchelstown and East Cork.  

ROGIE BOY!
Popular vice Captain Rogie O’Connor celebrated his birthday in style on Saturday last by returning a fantastic 41 points. He must have also been delighted that his team won the winter league. Way to go Rogie boy!

JOHNNY MORONEY COLLEGE CUP
Dungarvan Golf Club were honored to hold this event in memory of former member Johnny on Saturday last, where family, friends and former colleagues gathered to play golf and pay tribute to him. As the rugby world knows Johnny Moroney passed away last December after a prolonged illness bravely fought. A native of Clogheen , Co.Tipperary, he started his illustrious rugby career with Rockwell College after which he moved to UCD  to further his studies. He duly joined Garryowen and, as they say, the rest is history. He won his first Munster Senior Cup 1969, the same year he made his debut for Ireland against Wales in Landsdown Road. He went on to be capped six times for his country. He also lined out for Munster on several occasions and was part of the side that defeated Australia in Musgrave Park in 1967, the province’s first victory over a major touring side.
He moved to Strawberry Hill in 1969 where he linked up with London Irish. Back in Ireland he continued to play with Garryowen, winning two further Munster Senior Cups in 1971 & 1974, until his playing days came to a premature end with a serious leg injury in the 1975 Munster Senior League Final v Cork Constitution. However, Garryowen’s loss proved to be Waterford’s gain as his academic career as a lecturer in recreation and sports management brought him to WIT. In 1971 he joined Waterpark RFC and in 1976 became the head coach with the club, guiding them to their first Munster Senior Cup Final in 1984. During this period he also became a Munster and Ireland selector and was head coach with the Munster Interprovincial Team. He was also president of Waterpark RFC in 1990/91.
After such a full life it was no wonder that so many of Johnny friends came to support this event. It seemed especially fitting that Robert Hyde, Johnny’s good friend and golfing partner, won the competition. Robert gave a moving speech in the clubhouse as he was presented with the cup. The full results of the outing are as follows: 1st Robert Hyde 40pts, 2nd Larry Kennedy 38pts, Gross Martin Furlong, 3rd Kevin Reidy 37pts. Front 9 Terry Penderville (18). Back 9 Frank Moriarty (19). Visitor Des Cleary (Captain). 4th John Manning, 5th Adrian Cunningham. Nearest the Pin 13th Martin Furlong. Longest drive 18th Frank Moriarty. 
  
MATCHPLAY
Club Matchplay Competitions 2010 will commence shortly. Entries for the Scotch Foursomes, Cunnigar Cup Singles, Scratch Matchplay Singles and the O’Connell Cup Fourball are now sought. You are invited to enter all three. Entry forms can be found in the Men’s Locker Rooms along with details/conditions of each competition. Closing date for entries is 2nd May.
SINGLES: Lower player plays off scratch and opponent plays off full difference between the two handicaps.
FOURBALL: Choose a partner. Lowest plays of scratch, each of the others play off ¾ of the difference between him and the scratch player. All four play each hole, with the better score of each partner counting.
SCOTCH FOURSOMES 3/8  of the full difference between the aggregate handicaps (on the day) of each side. Half strokes or over are rounded up and less than half strokes are rounded down. All players drive at each hole. Each pair then selects one ball (picking up the other) and play alternate shots to finish the hole.       

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.

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.
 
JUNIOR NOTES
FRED DALY TROPHY
Next Saturday 17th sees the second round of the Fred Daly Trophy. We welcome Faithlegge Golf Club in what will prove to be a tight encounter with both teams evenly matched in handicap. The match tees off at 2.30 and your support of our juniors is welcome. Our squad for the seven singles matches is Jack Leacy, Colm Kindregan, Colm O'Hare, Gabriel Leacy, Philip Coffey, Michael Maher, Kevin Walsh, Jack Mullaney, Steven O'Connor, Dion Ryan and Ross Dunford.
 
EASTER TOURNAMENT. Last Friday saw the second of our Easter Tournaments with sixty turning up to play. Robbie Mulligan took the honours in the 18 hole and Kevin Dwane in the 7 hole. It was great to see so many of our juniors participating and we look forward to a busy summer.
 
MUNSTER YOUTHS CHAMPIONSHIP. Jack Leacy was our only participant in Tramore last week at the Munster youths championship. After a disappointing 80 in the first round, Jack followed up with successive 77's to easily make the cut and finish in 24th position. Jack was happy with his efforts and considering that he has 6 years remaining at Youths level, he would hope to lift the title some day.
 
TUITION. Coaching for our Pre Juniors and beginners continues on Sat 24th April at 3pm and  Friday 16th for our elite squads at 6.30pm
 
CONTACT NUMBERS. As we are using email and text to provide information to our juniors, please send your contact details to the Pro shop.
 
RESULTS: 18 Hole: 1st Robbie Mulligan 47 pts, 2nd Sean Daly 46 pts, Gross Colm O'Hare 34pts, 3rd David Looby 40pts. 7 Hole: 1st Kevin Dwane 25 pts, 2nd James Matthews 21 pts, 3rd Peter Queally 20pts, 4th Matthew Henley 18pts.

JUNIOR ENQUIRIES 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
Sat 10th 18h S/F: 1st Rogie O’Connor (13-1) 41pts. 2nd Vincent Hayes (12 – 1) 40. Gross Dermot Walsh (3) 35. 3rd Dermot Kelly (10) 39. 4th Gerry Walsh (17) 38. CSS 41. Sun 11th 18h Stroke Monthly Medal: 1st Michael Maher (10) 67 nett. 2nd Jack Mullaney (14) 67. Gross Kevin Stack (+1) 71 gross. 3rd Pat Kiely (17) 68. 4th Joe Curran (13) 69. 5th Dion Ryan (13) 69.  CSS 67.

GENTS FIXTURES
Thur.15th Open 18H S/F. Sat.17th Open 18H S/F (Amber/Costcutter). Sun.18th April Open 18H stroke Senior & Junior Scr.Cups.

LADIES RESULTS
Sat.10th 18H S/F: Winner Edel Walsh (24) 41pts.  2nd Mary Flahavan (22) 39pts. Cat A Betty O’Brien (10) 36pts. Cat B Theresa Keane (19) 33pts. Cat C Joy Phelan (35) 38pts.

LADIES FIXTURES
Tues 13th Open 18H S/F. Sat. 17th Open 18H S/F. Tues. 20th 18H S/F sponsored by Orbsen Consulting. Sat/Sun 24/25 on-going 9H.

THREE CLUBS PROMOTION
The three golf clubs, together with Clonea Strand Hotel, Lawlors Hotel, The Park Hotel and the Gold Coast, have launched an 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.
 
PROGRESSIVE 45
Winners: Paddy & Maura Boland Runners Up Tom Melody & Michael Kelleher John Considine & Colm Bannon Pat Harty & Tom Curran, Percy Hallahan & Tom Osbourne Last 5 Aileen Mulcahy& Teresa Hourigan. Lucky Table Hannah Walsh & Sheila Morrissey. Progressive 45 ENDS NOW & will restart in late September when we look forward to meeting our card players again.   

LOTTO 
WINNING NUMBERS: 6,7,8,12. No winner. €15 winners: Barry Morrissey, Walter Cullinane, Caroline Lynch, Lucy Noonan, M.J.Curran. Next Draw Sunday 18th April. Next Jackpot  €11,550.

LAST LOTTO
Following a decline in sales it has been decided that the Club Lotto is no longer viable and will be discontinued following next weeks draw.  Many thanks to all members and visitors who have supported the club over the past few years. 

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