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Incoming club Captain Michael Rush was forced to issue a statement this evening following the publication of a photo (below) appearing to show him teeing off incorrectly on the 7th Commenting  on the “teeing offgate” scandal the  incoming Captain denied the report saying that he was in fact taking his second shot. Witnesses to the event have confirmed this, one commenting, “I think the tee shot actually went backwards”.

Amid allegations of an invasion of privacy, the “journalist” who broke the story defended the rights of the free press also adding that he didn’t want his name released. 

In other news blog fan has forwarded a youtube clip that brings back memories of a special visitor to the club in 2013. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gYeXKT2eqRc 

Last Sunday’s Turkey competition was won by Owen Garvin 23pts, 2nd Liam Whyte 23pts, 3rd Captain Rush 21pts. The weekly nine hole was won by President O’Donnell 21pts, 2nd Liam Mullaney 21pts. Next Sunday will be third of the Turkey competitions. The weekly nine hole will take place Monday – Saturday.

The Mens AGM took place last Sunday. Captain Padraig O’Connell thanked the members, officers and Committee for their great support during the year. He said it was a great honour to be Captain and wished the incoming Captain Michael Rush and Vice-Captain Ross Andrew best wishes for 2015. The Captain was thanked by the members for his great contribution and the support he gave to the club.The Secretary Brendan Gaffney gave a report on the clubs activities during 2014 He thanked all the officers, and members for their great support. The Treasurer Liam Mullaney gave a financial report for 2014. Open week had been a great success and competition revenue had held up well. Tributes were paid at the meeting to all the volunteers with special mention for Michael Rush, John McGuinn, and Lionel Lynn. Sympathy was expressed to those who suffered bereavements during the year. Get well wishes were extended to those suffering from ill health. The full list of officers elected is Captain Michael Rush, Vice-Captain Ross Andrew, President Charlie O’Donnell, Secretary Brendan Gaffney, and Treasurer Liam Mullaney. The AGM of the Parent Club will take place on Sunday December 7th at 5.00 in the Clubhouse.

In Ladies news best wishes to incoming Lady Captain Sandra McCrann and Vice-Captain Tish Perry.

At the Club EGM last Sunday evening amendments to the Club constitution were adopted. Club Captain Padraig O’Connell thanked all those who took part in the Constitution sub committee and all the members for attending the EGM.

Last Sunday’s King Cup was won by Tom Kearney with 43pts, 2nd Adrian King 41pts, Gross Gary Carty, 3rd John McGuinn 41pts. Thie result gives Tom Kearney a seven point lead over Gary Carty on the Golfer of the Year leader board with Gerry Carty in 3rd place. The final round takes place on Sunday 21st September. Thursday night’s Mens Competition was won by Jonathan Egan 20pts, 2nd Martin Wynne 20pts, 3rd Liam Whyte 20pts. Fridays Scramble was won by Brendan Gaffney, Aising Gaughran & Michael Gilmartin, 2nd Gary Carty, Martin Wynne & Michael Simon.& , 3rd Adrian King, Michael Rush & Seamus Gallagher

The weekly nine hole commences again this week and can be played Monday – Saturday. Entry €5.00 re-entry €3.00. Other competitions this week are the Mens Competition on Thursday and next Saturday/Sunday will be a two ball scramble. Entry €10.00 re-entry €5.00.This Friday is the last of the Scrambles and entry will be free

The winter league entry sheet is on the noticeboard. Format will be Ryder Cup style with the first week scotch foursomes, 2nd week fourball better ball and third week singles. Draw will take place on Sunday 21st September

The Club outing to New Forest Golf Club will take place on Saturday October 11th. Details on noticeboard.

Thanks to all who helped with the pole-forking of the greens last week.