Dear Member,
 
As you may have heard, the World Handicap System is being introduced to harmonise the handicap system worldwide on the 2nd November 2020. This will replace the current CONGU handicap system that we have all used to date.
 
Each member is required to register with Golf Ireland and in doing so check that their playing record is correct – current handicap and cards submitted. Members can do so using their Club membership number and their pin number – the 4 digit number on the rear of their membership card. Members are requested to do this before the 31st October 2020. Members should use the membership number of their “Home” Club only.
 
To do this:
 
a.       Log on to the http://www.golfireland.ie/

b.      On top right hand corner “click” onto handicap/login

c.       If you have never registered before you will need to create a password. So “click” on “Create an account”. You will need your membership number your pin number from back of membership card and your own password – minimum 7 characters

d.      Once you receive a return email you will then need to “click” into the link provided and register using your own password

e.      Once registered please check to make sure your details including handicap record is correct. If they are not correct, please contact the Club by email.

For Republic of Ireland clubs only.

8.45pm, Thursday 22nd October, 2020
 
Over the past number of days and weeks , the GUI and ILGU have engaged in detailed and extensive discussions with the relevant Government departments and agencies in relation to Level 5 restrictions, and their impact on golf.

Since the start of the pandemic in Ireland, both governing bodies have fully endorsed the public health advice of the Irish Government and engaged extensively and successfully with government to ensure an early and safe return for golf.
 
We have consistently highlighted the health and mental health benefits of golf and the strong compliance with the safety protocols which has ensured that our sport has been a safe outlet for people of all ages over the past five months . We have also highlighted the substantial employment in the sector and the benefits of golf to the Irish economy
 
The Government has decided however, that Level 5 restrictions mean that all sports facilities, golf included must close. The decision is one that we regret, but also accept. 
 
Following receipt of guidance from government on Thursday evening,  the guidance on Level 5 is clear, with the risk to public health meaning that individuals are asked to stay at home, with certain exceptions.

As they are not recognised as essential services, the decision of Government is that all sports facilities must close in the Level 5 restrictions. This includes both indoor and outdoor sports facilities.
 
It is permitted to open sports facilities for training sessions and scheduled matches for the exempted categories of sport, i.e. high performance and professional.
 
It will also be permitted to open outdoor sports facilities for structured training sessions by school aged children, i.e. those aged 18 years and younger, in pods of no more than 15, under the supervision of designated coaches and in compliance with approved COVID-19 protocols and all relevant public health guidance.

During these training sessions it will only be permitted for participants and relevant coaching and support personnel to be present. In the case of children’s sport, parents will be permitted to attend for child safeguarding purposes, however they will be required to comply with social distancing and other public health advice.


The restrictions applicable in Level 5 are available in full here: https://www.sportireland.ie/news/return-to-sport-expert-group-issues-guidance-to-sports-sector
 
While it is acknowledged that golf has demonstrated itself to be a safe sport during the pandemic, the wider public health guidance must be adhered to and we encourage all golf clubs and golfers to comply fully with the advice of the National Public Health Emergency Team and Government at this time.
 
The Unions acknowledge the efforts of all affiliated golf clubs throughout the year and would like to thank the volunteers, staff and members of all golf clubs for their work in ensuring our sport is played in a safe and responsible manner. 
 
In the meantime we will continue to engage with the relevant government authorities and agencies with a view to golf courses reopening as soon as possible.
 
 
 
Alan Kelly
Communications & Academy Manager
Golfing Union of Ireland

Gents Open Stableford
Wednesday 21st October 2020

1st   Charles Roarty Jnr (12)      36 pts
2nd Neil McGinley (13)               34 pts
Gross: Ger Dalton (10)               23 pts
3rd Hugh Herrighty (27)            31 pts

​CSS: 70  



Gents Senior Open Stableford
Monday 19th October 2020

1st   Kevin Roche (18) L/Kenny   38 pts BOT
2nd Sean Gilroy (26) L/Kenny    38 pts BOT

​CSS: 36 pts

Brian McGinley Memorial - Stroke (Golfer of the Year)
Sunday 18th October 2020

Revised Result

1st   Liam Shovelin (14)            64
2nd Brendan Kelly (7)              66 BOT
Gross: Daniel McColgan (4)    73
3rd Lucas Wood (16)                 66 BOT

Front Nine: Connie Ferry (18)         30 BOT
Back Nine:  Bernard McGlade (17)  33.5 

​CSS: 68


Open 4 Ball Better Ball Stroke
Saturday 17th October 2020

1st - 59 BOT
John McNulty (9)
Billy Griffin (10)

2nd - 59 
James Gallagher (15) Portnoo
Paul Blake (24) Portnoo

3rd - 60 BOT
Gerard Dunleavy (19)
Tommy Friel (21)

CSS: N/A


Gents Open Stableford
Wednesday 14th October 2020

1st   Eoghan Kelly (19)                           46 pts
2nd Odhran MacNiallais (11) G/Dore  44 pts
Gross: Carlos O'Reiily (5)                      37 pts
3rd Declan McBride (27)                        41 pts

Front Nine: Conor Gallagher (16) F/C   22 pts
Back Nine:  Brendan Kelly (8)                 23 pts

CSS: 37 pts

Gents Club Stableford
Sunday 11th October 2020

1st   Seamus McGinley (15)         43 pts
2nd Ian Ireland (13)                     41 pts BOT
Gross: Shaun Cannon (8)           32 pts
3rd Finn Dalton (16)                    41 pts BOT

Front Nine: Sam Hegarty (15)     23 pts
Back Nine:  Fergus Mullen (15)   21 pts BOT

CSS: 38 pts

Today's competition was exceptional for the fact that there were two Hole-in-Ones by competitors. Paul Smyth had his at the second hole and Sam Hegarty's came at the seventh hole. What made it unique was that they were both playing in the same fourball. Congratulations to Paul and Sam and drinks can be claimed when the bar opens again!       


Gents Open Stroke
Saturday 10th October 2020

1st   John McNulty (10)                      61
2nd Oisin Langan (14)                      64 BOT
Gross: Johnny Shields (4) P/Salon  71
3rd James Doherty (13)                     64 BOT

Front Nine: Eugene Gallagher (17)   30.5 BOT
Back Nine:  Bernard McGlade (17)    32.5 BOT

CSS: 67


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Gents Open Stableford
Wednesday 7th October 2020

1st   Keelan Magee (11)                   38 pts BOT
2nd James Doherty (13)                 38 pts BOT
Gross: Brendan Kelly (7)               29 pts
3rd Ger Dalton (10)                        38 pts BOT

Front Nine: Tony McGilloway (10)  22pts BOT
Back Nine:  Colm Donaghy (13)        19 pts BOT

CSS: 37 pts

Sunday's Competition fell foul of the weather.

​Gents Open Stableford
Saturday 3rd October 2020

1st   Seamus McGinley (16)        40 pts BOT
2nd Liam Shovlin (15)                 40 pts BOT
Gross: Bill McCallion (6)            31 pts
3rd Joe Terry (12)                         40 pts BOT
Category: Oisin Cannon (20)    44 pts

Front Nine: Don Sheridan (11)  23 pts
Back Nine:  P Keys (13) B'Bofey 22 pts

CSS: 37 pts 
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Gents Open Stableford
Wednesday 30th September 2020

1st   Brendan Kelly (8)              38 pts
2nd Billy Griffin (10)                 37 pts BOT
Gross: Carlos O'Reilly (5)         29 pts
3rd James Doherty (13)             37 pts BOT

CSS: 37 pts  

Gents Club Stableford
Sunday 27th September 2020

1st   Thomas Reidy (22)                    42 pts BOT
2nd Michael G McColgan Jnr (16)  42 pts BOT
Gross: Carlos O'Reilly (5)                33 pts
3rd Billy Griffin (11)                          42 pts
4th Lucas Woods (17)                       41 pts

Front Nine: Tim Ryan (15)               21 pts BOT
Back Nine:  Hugh Ferry (24)           21 pts BOT

CSS: 38 pts 


Gents Open Stroke
Saturday 26th September 2020

1st   Jim Walsh (19)                                     42 pts
2nd Bill McCallion (6)                               40 pts BOT
Gross: Cathal Og Gallchoir (2) G/Dore  38 pts
3rd Christopher Dolan (19) L/Kenny     40 pts BOT 

Front Nine: James McMullan (18)           22 pts
Back Nine: David Lynn (15) B/liffin         19 pts BOT

CSS: 37 pts  


Gents Open Stableford
Wednesday 23rd September 2020

1st   Edward O'Reilly (18)                      45 pts
2nd Michael O'Dwyer (4) G/Dore       42 pts BOT
Gross: Hugh O'Gallchoir (4) G/Dore  38 pts
3rd Dylan O'Dwyer (11) G/Dore           41 pts BOT
Category: Oisin Cannon                      43 pts

Front Nine: David Tease (13)           23 pts
Back Nine:  Brendan Kelly (8)         21 pts

CSS: 38 pts   


Gents Open Senior Stableford
Monday 21st September 2020

1st   Danny Sweeney (13)                   41 pts
2nd Trevor Duncan (18) P/Salon     40 pts
Gross: Paul Grant (7) Lisburn          32 pts
3rd Pluncead O'Fearraigh (21) L/K  39 pts BOT

Front Nine: James Connolly (16) B/liffin  21 pts BOT
Back Nine:  Colm Donaghy (13)                  20 pts BOT

CSS: 37 pts