SPRING LEAGUE 2011
The annual Spring League commenced on Saturday 5th with a fine entry of 32 teams. The first three rounds must be completed by 26 Feb. with 4th and 5th rounds to be played between 27 Feb. and 21st March. The competition book must be signed and dated before commencement of each round and the cards marked by team letter and round number
The top eight teams will qualify for the final which will be played on Sunday 27 March.
FOR YOUR DIARY
Spring League ongoing.
Valentine’s Weekend:14h Stableford.
Thurs.10 Feb. 10.15. Seniors,
Tues.15 Feb. 10.30. Bridge in Club.
RESULTS
Seniors. Tim Kenny Dan Kealy John Coleman 39; Michael Ashe Michael Stephens Tony Rosney Michael Coghlan 40.
MEMBERSHIP
Members are advised that subscriptions are now due. We would be obliged if members would submit payment as soon as possible. Subscriptions may be paid by cash or cheque, credit/debit cards or monthly standing orders.
INTER CLUB FIXTURES
The Inter Club fixtures for 2011 have been announced.
In April Birr play Mullingar in the Barton Cup and play Tullamore in the Irish Mixed Foursomes. Birr will play Abbeyleix in the Provincial Towns Cup at the end of April.
Play offs for the Pierce Purcell will take place in Rathdowney in May; for the Junior Cup in Tullamore in May; for the Jimmy Bruen in The Heath in June; for the Barton Shield at Dunmurray Springs in June; for the Senior Cup at Portarlington v The Heath at the end of June. All dates and times are posted in the locker room. Other fixtures to be announced
BEGINNERS’ GOLF
Francie Horan is interested in organising golf lessons for beginners both adult and juniors. Thursday 24 February has been selected as beginners’ night. The cost is a very reasonable 10 euro. Please contact Francie at 057 91 20082 or 087 285 7282. Lessons will be given by Paul McAnny, professional at the Golf Shop.
RESTAURANT
Our restaurant under new management is up and running and providing excellent fare. Do come along and enjoy top quality cuisine in very pleasant surroundings. The restaurant is now taking bookings for Valentine’s dinner. Come and enjoy a dinner with your special Valentine. Call 086 395 5647 or 057 91 20082
SYMPATHY
The members extend deepest sympathy to John Grennan and his family on the death of his mother Sheila in Rath last week. Sheila was a very dedicated member of the Club and served as Captain in 1989 and President in 1995. She won Captain Pansy Burns’ prize in 1960. May she rest in peace.
Also we extend deepest sympathy to Seamas Spain and Dolores Slevin and their families on the death of their father Mick Spain in Kilcormac at the week-end.