Fresh from lifting a county final at the weekend Jack Robinson fought off fierce opposition at Dunfanaghy Golf Club to lift the Captains Prize on the break of tie from Cormac Gill. In third place was Niall Moore followed closely by 2022 Captains Prize winner Danny McColgan. In fifth place was Danny McKinley.
 
In the cadets section top prize went to Leo Curran, Reuben McColgan, Billy Callan & Sara Callan. In second place was Colby Farrell, Tom Eakin, Daithi Lafferty and Eoghain Gallagher. In third spot was Shane Callan, Ruairi Gill, Katie McColgan and Rachel Nelson.
 
Big thanks to all the parents in encouraging their children to participate, thanks to all the volunteers, thanks to Mary Lafferty for her help throughout the year and thanks to Captains Raymond & Siobhan for their support in 2023. The future is bright at Dunfanaghy golf club.

The Open Ladies & Gents Seniors (50Plus) begins on Monday 25th September. Please see below for the full schedule. Book online at Tee-Times (dunfanaghygolfclub.com) or call us on 074 91 36335

The Ladies Winter Links begins on the first Tuesday (5th) September. Please see below for the full schedule. Book online at Tee-Times (dunfanaghygolfclub.com) or call us on 074 91 36335​

Thank you to everyone who turned out to play in the Caravanners' Classic on Saturday - let's just say the weather was not kind to us! We had a great day nonetheless & we have raised over €3,000 so far for the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (final figure will be posted later). Massive thankyou to everyone who helped organize the event & making it such a success: all the Sponsors who gave so generously; the office, shop & bar staff Mary, James, Lucas & Connor; Cathy & her helpers for the wonderful food; the Greenkeepers who manage to keep the course in great condition despite the weather; Steve Sweet & Gillian Robinson for taking the photos; Sean Duffy & Family, Keith Lapsley & Gillian Robinson for putting it all together; and the intrepid golfers who went out in some awful weather to support such a worthwhile charity.
Classic Prize Winners
1st                                       Don Sheridan, Pat Bonner, Raymond Shields, Thomas Reidy                              101 pts
2nd                                     Moira Irwin, Grace McFadden, Christine Lavery, Robyn McConnell                  95 pts
3rd                                      Christopher Marriott, Paul Burton, Knox Wilson, Mark Caithness                     93 pts
4th                                       Daniel McColgan, Theresa Farrell, Mary McColgan, Michael McColgan Jnr    91 pts
5th                                       Michele Wilson, Clare McGourty, Anne Malone, Marie Celene McAuley           89 pts
6th                                      Noel Dick, Diane Dick, Florence Irvine, Maurice Irvine                                        87 pts BOT
7th                                       David Tease, Daphne Tease, Steve Sweet, Paula Sweet                                         87 pts
Non-Qualifiers                 Anthony McGrath, Michael Bryce, Hugh Herrity, Pat Joe McGrath                     95 pts
Ladies Longest Drive      Olivia Moore
Ladies nearest the Pin    Robyn McConnell
Men Longest Drive          Sean Duffy Jnr
Men nearest the Pin        Sam Sterritt
Scramble Prize Winners
Winners of the 14-Hole Scramble held on Friday 18th were Gillian Robinson, Rory McLaughlin, Dominic Bogues & James McMullan
Raffle Winners
1. Colin Higgs - Hamper
2. Sinead c/o Kate - Hamper
3. Aidan Fox - Hamper
4. Robin Howard - Cluedo
5. Rory O'Hare - Duiske Glasses
6. Chris Marriott - Kinsale Gin
7. Shane c/o Kate - Glass Bowl
8. Tony McGilloway - Newbridge Jewellery
9. Geraldine Magee - Croithli Tour Voucher
10. Olivia Moore - Beleek Tapas Serving Set
11. Bernadette Bardon - Croithli Tour Voucher
12. Christine - Lavery Teacups

​Raising Funds for Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association

We’re really looking forward to the Caravanners’ Classic on Saturday.  It is a social occasion to celebrate the golfing year where local and holiday members come together for an end of summer event.  Now in its 34th year this popular competition is confined to Dunfanaghy Golf Club members and those who have caravans or holiday homes in the Dunfanaghy, Portnablagh, Marble Hill, Creeslough and surrounding area.  There is a great entry this year and your entry fee includes a meal in the clubhouse after your round.  After all the excitement of the Lady Captain and Captain’s Day last weekend we expect a great buzz in the clubhouse.

Over the years the Caravanners’ has raised considerable funds for local and national charities and this year the charity is the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association https://imnda.ie/   This is a very important charity providing care and support to people with MND, their families, friends and caregivers.  

Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a progressive neurological condition that attacks the motor neurones, or nerves, in the brain and spinal cord. This means messages gradually stop reaching the muscles, which leads to weakness and wasting.

MND can affect how you walk, talk, eat, drink and breathe. However, not all symptoms necessarily happen to everyone and it is unlikely they will all develop at the same time, or in any specific order. The cause of MND is not known. There may be environmental factors that trigger the damage in people who are susceptible to the disease. On going research is necessary to find out the nature of these environmental factors, and what makes one person more susceptible than another.

MND strikes people of all ages and currently there is no cure, however symptoms can be managed to help the person achieve the best possible quality of life. 

There are currently more than 420 living with MND in Ireland and registered with the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association.
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Dunfanaghy Golf Club is pleased to support this important charity and we thank those who will play in the event and all those who sponsor or make a donation ( you can do so via the golf shop).   We look forward to a great day!

This past weekend saw Dunfanaghy Golf Club host Lady Captain Siobhan Bogues' Day on Friday 11th August & Captain Raymond Shields' Day on Saturday the 12 August. While the weather was a bit dismal for August the craic & the golf was mighty.

Thanks to everyone who made the weekend such a great success. Cathy & Leanne for the wonderful food. Mary, James, Lucas & Connor in the office, shop & bar. The Greenkeepers for keeping the course in such fabulous condition. All the ladies who brought goodies for the afternoon tea & flowers for the beautiful displays around the club. Nigel Doherty & Steve Sweet who took some great photos. Brian & Siobhan for providing great music. And off course to both our Captains Siobhan Bogues & Raymond Shields - we hope you both enjoyed your days as we certainly did.

A full list of winners & some great photos can be viewed on Gents Results & Ladies Results

We had a fantastic Open Week which ended with a great turn out for prize giving on Sunday Evening. Thankyou to everyone who took part in competitions over the 11 days - your support is very much appreciated.

Thanks to all the sponsors of the competitions: The Chambers Family, The Lagoon Termon, Jimmy Gallagher PGA Golf, Roses Bar Creeslough, Moores Holiday Homes, McAuliffe's Craft Shop, Boyle Construction, Bridgeburn House B&B, Outside Edge, Arnolds Hotel, B.C. Embroidery, Paddy Farry & Roarty Development.

Thanks to all the people who made Open Week the success it was; Mary, James, Lucas & Connor in the office, shop & bar. The Greenkeepers for keeping the course in such fabulous condition. The Competition teams for getting the results published so quickly.  Nigel Doherty who took some great photos (see below).

A full list of winners can be viewed on Gents Results & Ladies Results

Temporary Shop Attendant/ Book Keeper Dunfanaghy Golf Club
Dunfanaghy Golf Club are seeking to recruit a temporary member of staff to work within our current team in the Golf Shop and provide a part time bookkeeping service. This is an opportunity for the successful applicant to gain invaluable experience working with an established and experienced team.

Full time (35 Hours) is available for the next six months. The post holder will be required to provide 20 hours in the Golf Shop and 15 hours of bookkeeping. The post holder will report to the Senior Manager in the Golf Club and will be required to work weekends. Experience of bookkeeping is essential and experience of working in a shop environment is desirable although not essential.
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If you wish to be considered for this position, please email Mary at info@dunfanaghygolfclub.com and please attach your CV

Deli/Catering Vacancy Dunfanaghy Golf Club
​Dunfanaghy Golf Club are looking to employ an individual who has experience working in the Deli industry. Applicants must have experience in providing a basic menu to include soup, sandwiches and toasties and finger food on occasions. The successful applicant will be working on their own initiative and will be given the opportunity to bring their own experience to the job.

If you are interested please email Mary at info@dunfanaghygolfclub.com or text her on 0877671299

​Thank you to all who have supported our open week competitions. Just a reminder that the prize presentation for all of the open week competitions will take place this Sunday the 30th of July at 9pm in the Clubhouse. 

On Tuesday 4th July Dunfanaghy welcomed 16 junior members to the club to participate in the Presidents Prize for 2023.

Top prize for the juveniles was won by Daniel McColgan, with Niall Moore & Jack Robinson sharing 2nd spot a few shots back followed by young Billy Callan in 3rd position.

Top prize for the junior section was won by Noah Doherty, Colby Farrell, Shane Callan & Oisin Durning. In second place was Ruben McColgan, Eoghan Gallagher, Daithi and Christian with the girls taking 3rd place: Rita Ryan, Katie McColgan, Sara Callan & Rachel Nelson.

Big thanks to all the parents & volunteers who help out with the weekly practice sessions, to James Sweeney for sponsoring the top prize of a golf bag and to club Pro Seamus McMonagle for providing these kids with regular support on their golfing journey.

Onwards & upwards for junior golf in Dunfanaghy. The future is bright.