In the News - Wardlow PING Winner

Three was the magic number yesterday for Gary Wardlow as he made another trip up north to win the PING Ulster Grand Prix round at Ardglass.

The Edenderry-based former Dunmurry amateur posted a six-under-par 64 that included an eagle three, seven birdie threes and five par threes as he started both halves with five threes.

Wardlow teed-off at the first with a chip-and-putt birdie three, repeated the performance at the third hole and again at the fourth with his longest putt being three feet.

He was hauled back to earth at the seventh hole when he put his three wood approach into bushes and lost he ball to run up double bogey seven.

Out in one-under-par 33, the winner pencilled in eagle three at the long 11th with a drive and wedge to 10 feet, then made back-to-back birdie threes at 13, where he drove the green, and 14, getting down from four feet after reaching the surface with a drive and seven iron.

Another lost ball at the 15th hole cost him bogey six as he made birdie with the second ball but he finished with a flourish again making back-to-back birdie threes at 17 and 18 as he rifled a seven iron to three feet at 17 and pitched to one foot at the last.

However, the performance doesn't get Wardlow into the top eight in the Grand Prix Order of Merit.

The leading eight, after the final event, will qualify for matchplay and topping the list just now is Peter Martin (Riverside Academy) on 56.83 points with Damian Mooney next and David P Jones in third place

Golf Events - GCSAI Conference

2011 Sportsturf Ireland Conference and Trade Exhibition

2nd - 3rd March,

Knightsbrook Hotel, Trim, Co. Meath

The GCSAI are delighted to introduce Sportsturf Ireland Conference an event that brings together the established GCSAI conference, expanded to include a trade exhibition. This event will be a show case for all involved in the Sportsturf industry. 

The event will consist of:

Educational seminars - delivered by expert speakers including Dr. James Beard

Discussion session - to debate the most critical challenges to the golf industry

Trade exhibition featuring all the top brands in the industry

Workshops – Small sessions to facilitate open discussions

HR Consultation – Opportunity to have a 1:1 consultation

Social Events – Complimentary Drinks Reception, Conference Dinner

Registration Details:
The delegate registration fee includes entrance to all aspects of the event, lunch on both days, plus tea/coffee during official breaks. 

Conference Registration

Members of GCSAI €160

Non-members €240 

Closing date for bookings is Wednesday, 16th February 2011 

Please note that 50% of the registration fee will be refunded for cancellations made before Friday 18th February 2011. Cancellations received after this date will forfeit the full registration fee. 

The conference Dinner, which is optional, will be held in Knightsbrook on Wednesday 2nd March at 8.00pm. Banquet – if attending the conference €50 or Banquet only €70

Click here for Booking form

Up Close and Personal - J. Burns

John Burns is the club PGA professional at the historic Mullingar Golf Club. John has a history of success in playing golf with and Irish Championship win and numerous pro-am wins to his name. John has also played in a number of European Tour events throughout his career.

John offers lessons in all aspects of the game to players of all levels of ability and experience from beginner up. Lesson options include:

• Private Tuition

• Playing Lessons

• Corporate days

• Golf Club Repairs

• Group Lessons

• Junior Groups

John also maintains a fully stocked pro shop with the latest in attire and equipment. He stocks all leading brands including Callaway, Titleist, Ping, Taylor Made, Nike etc. 

Overnight repairs and regripping services are also available for all clubs.

For further information about the range of offerings from John Burns, please call him at Mullingar Golf Club.

www.mullingargolfclub.com

Lesson Costs:

30 minute lesson

Junior (Under 16s)

€30

Ladies Club - Martina Casserly

One of my main hopes for 2011 is that the club achieves success and realise the potential that we have at both provincial and national level.

We are one of the strongest clubs in the country with a solid membership and great ambitions. In terms of ladies golf, we have achieved a lot in recent years and are always challenging for top honours.

It is a club in which there is a great spirit and camaraderie and hopefully these characteristics continue into the future. But we continually need to look forward and develop.

It goes without saying that I would love to see more lady members joining the club and it is something that I will be actively involved in promoting during my year in office.

New members are the future of every club and it is hugely important that we continue to encourage people to join our fantastic facility. I think that the availability of family membership will be a huge bonus in this regard.

I would like to compliment all those involved in the recent developments which have taken place and it proves that the club is not lacking in ambition and ingenuity.

Finally, I would like to wish every member of Tuam Golf Club the best of luck during the year and also our teams while we continue to welcome visitors with open arms.

Martina Casserly – Lady Captain 2011

www.tuamgolfclub.com

Membership Options - Seapoint

Seapoint is a private members links golf club which offers different types of membership as follows;

Ordinary (Shareholder) Membership: 

This is where the holder becomes a shareholder in Seapoint Golf Club. The most common type of membership, it entitles the holder to play golf any day of the week throughout the year. Guests can be taken onto the course for a reduced green fee rate.

Full Membership (non-share)

This is a special non-share special category which gives members access to full 7 day playing rights, unrestricted entry into all club competitions and interclub teams. There is no joining fee - just an annual subscription of €1500. Terms and Conditions apply.

5 Day Membership: 

The 5-day member will be entitled to play golf Monday to Friday any time of the year. There is no joining fee - just an annual subscription of €800. Terms and Conditions apply.

Family Membership: 

Similar to the ordinary membership, the only exception being a family holding means two shares in the club and the second annual subscription is at a reduced rate. Children between ages 10-18 are covered.

Overseas Membership: 

Holders enjoy the same privileges as ordinary members but at a reduced rate subscription. This category is for those living outside the country for most of the year.

Junior Membership: 

This category is open to children between ages of 10 - 18.

The golfing calendar is a full on affair with weekly competitions, presentations and great social occasions. Membership is a great investment. If you would like try it out we offer an introductory three month 5-day membership for those considering full membership. Our Secretary Manager would be delighted to discuss any of the above options with you.

www.seapointgolfclub.com