Andrew Heffernan and John Rahm team up to win in County Tipperary

Rules Night a big success
Last week we had an excellent presentation on the Rules of Golf in Deansgrove at the Venue Dundrum House. The presentation was by Marian Arnold and Kevin Leech of Golf Ireland, covering many aspects of the game, especially some of the recent changes.
It was an excellent and informative evening for Ladies and Gents, hosted by Captains Darren Hayes and Jacinta Coman. Captain Jacinta opened the proceedings by welcoming everyone, especially Marian Arnold and Kevin Leech from Golf Ireland.
The large number of members who turned up at the meeting showed a real appetite for knowledge of the rules, from seasoned players to the beginners. The excellent participation by the members throughout the presentation showed real interest, which made the night very worthwhile.
At the end of the night Captain Darren thanked everyone for their attendance and participation. He and Jacinta especially thanked Marian and Kevin for a most informative evening.

Ladies Golf
Our Lady Captain Jacinta Coman came second in the Junior Alliance in Carrick-on-Suir last Monday April 3 and Sheena Ryan came second in the senior Alliance in Waterford Castle on Tuesday April 4. Congrats to both Jacinta & Sheena.
Our winner of Tuesday Morning 9-hole competition was Kay Crosse with 22 pts and the lucky dip winner was Margaret King.
With the long and brighter evenings upon us now we can look forward to plenty of golf.
Our first 18-hole competition for 2023 was on Sunday, April 2 and Wednesday, April 5. The winners were; in 1st place Colette O’Dwyer (25) with 26pts, in 2nd place Marie Graves (39) with 33pts and in 3rd place Pauline Walsh (21) with 30pts.
Our first Thursday evening social golf took place on Thursday evening last; the winners were, in 1st place Breda Kennedy, in 2nd place Sheena Ryan on count back. The lucky Dip went to Marie Graves.
Our first 18-hole qualifier is taking place this week with some of the ladies out last Sunday and there is also an opportunity to play this Wednesday.
We wish our Challenge Cup team and managers the very best for this Saturday April 15th as they are playing in Dundrum against Tramore.
Our minor cup team are away in Faithlegg on Sunday, April 16 and we all wish them the very best.
The R&A challenge is on Sunday, April 16 & Wednesday April 19 and on Tuesday, April 18 we have our 9-hole qualifier.

Mens Golf
Next weekend will see the start of our Medal Competitions with the Kinsella Cup. This is one of our most prestigious competitions and always attracts a big turnout of members. So get your names on the BRS as soon as possible. Just remember the draw is on Thursday evening.
Our 9-hole competition is back on and will run this week on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday. From next week on it will be Monday to Thursday each week. It is off the white markers and the entry fee is €5. The winners will be announced on Thursday evening for the four days. The overall winner for the four days will go forward to a grand final.
Members who are interested in playing on interclub teams should watch the Notice Board and put their names on the relevant team sheets.

Seniors Golf
The winners of last week’s 15-hole Champagne Scramble; in 1st place Tommy Moloney, Aidan Fogarty, Noel McGuire & Liam Treacy with 88pts, in 2nd place John Grogan, Dave O’Sullivan, Charlie Gaffney & Dermot O’Dwyer with 83pts.

Masters Draw
The Results of the Master’s Draw Run by the Golf Shop:
Draw 1:
1st. Andrew Heffernan John Rahm
2nd. Marie Graves Brooks Koepka
3rd. Amy Maher Jordan Speith
4th James Maher Patrick Reed
Draw 2:
1st. John Canny John Rahm
2nd. Vinny Downey Brooks Koepka
3rd. Seamus Dwyer Jordan Speith
4th Kate Downey Patrick Reed.