Golfers can keep game sharp with new indoor simulator room
Mullingar Golf Club notes
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Golfer of the Year Winner John Plunkett, sponsor Niall Dunne of The Chambers Bar, and Captain Andrew Maslin.Image 2 of 12
Maguire Dental Care Long HC Matchplay L-R Sponsor Michael Maguire, Kevin Swarbrigg (S/F), Pres Conor Maguire, Winner Jim Curran, Runner Up Shane Kennelly, Captain Andrew Maslin, Con Cronin (S/F).Image 3 of 12
PGA Tankard L-R Captain Andrew, PGA Club Pro Corey Doherty, James Murtagh PGA Tankard Winner, Pres Conor Maguire.Image 4 of 12
LEFT Men’s Branch Competition Sept 15th Prize Winners Anthony Cotter, Sarah Farrelly (for husband David), Kylan Heffernan, Mark Lynch, Martin Lynch (Winner), Capt. Andrew, Pres. Conor and Joe Kelly.Image 5 of 12
Past Captains Prize Winners, Tom Fitzpatrick, Thomas Mullarkey, Frank Cotter, Steven O’Hara (Past Capt), Declan Sweeney, Capt. Andrew, Billy Lambden, Pres. Conor, Brendan Ganly.Image 6 of 12
Mileage Tyres Hamper, Michael Maguire, Brian Conlon, S Hogan, Michael Duffy, Paul Burke, David Tynan, David Keena, Gillian Grogan (sponsor), winner Pat Murtagh, Capt Andrew, Kylan Heffernan, Pres Conor, Paddy Gavin, Conor Lynch.Image 7 of 12
ACS Drives Competition, John Plunkett for Seamus McWade, Eamon Shaw, Adam Smith, Paul O’Connor, John Keane (winner), James Murphy (sponsor), Captain Andrew and President Conor.Image 8 of 12
Men’s Branch Competition Oct 27th Prize Winners, John for Derek Plunkett, Jim Thornton, Rob Gilbert, Pres Conor Maguire, Paddy Duffy (Winner), Capt Andrew Maslin, David Tynan, Niall Kennedy.Image 9 of 12
Oliver Conroy Pallets Club Fourball, Martin Lynch, Mark Lynch, Chris Garry (for Chris Geraghty), Pres Conor Maguire, John Keane (Winner with partner Paddy Dunne), Capt Andrew Maslin, Pat Donohoe.Image 10 of 12
Hayes Coghlan Doolan Club Foursomes, Adam+Scott Hogan (S/F), Pres Conor, Niall Kennedy (Winner), David Coghlan (Sponsor), Rob Gilbert (Winner), Capt Andrew, James Murphy+Alan Mills (Runners Up), Frank+Tony Cotter (S/F).Image 11 of 12
Specsavers Club Singles Matchplay, L-R, Niall Kennedy (S/F), Frank Cotter (S/F), Caroline Hynes (Sponsor), Ross McKinley (winner), Capt Andrew Maslin (Runner Up), Pres Conor Maguire.Image 12 of 12
Chairperson of Mullingar Golf Club Sheila Cassidy with Pat Davitt, Paula Davitt and Corey Doherty at the launch of the Indoor Simulator Room.Mullingar Golf Club reached an exciting milestone on Saturday November 17, with the official launch of its new Indoor Simulator Room, a cutting-edge facility that promises to transform the golfing experience for members and visitors alike.
Powered by the latest Trackman iO technology, the room provides the ultimate indoor golf experience, ensuring that, rain or shine, golfers can keep their game sharp all year round.
A special thank you goes to Pat and Paula Davitt for their tremendous support in bringing this ambitious project to life. Their commitment to the club has been instrumental in making this state-of-the-art addition a reality.
The launch event drew a fantastic crowd, many of whom had the chance to test the simulator first-hand. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive. The simulator is set to be a game-changer for Mullingar Golf Club, offering players the opportunity to fine-tune their swings and even enjoy virtual rounds on some of the world’s top courses.
This new facility will be a huge asset to the club, especially as a tool for team practice heading into next season. It will also be a valuable resource during the winter months and on rainy days.
The Indoor Simulator Room is part of the club’s ongoing efforts to enhance its facilities, highlighting its commitment to providing members and visitors with a top-notch golfing experience.
The simulator will officially open for bookings in the next two weeks, and anticipation is already building. Winter golf just got a whole lot better at Mullingar Golf Club.
For further updates on bookings and other developments, keep an eye on the club’s announcements.
AGM
Mullingar Golf Club held its AGM on Sunday November 17, with a great turnout from members. A new committee of management was elected, consisting of Sheila Cassidy, Shane Cooke, Maeve Donnelly, Liz Hoctor, Rodney Martin, Helen Moorhead, Ruth Rooney, and Brian Thornton, along with Hon Treasurer David Murphy and Hon Sec Kieran McGurran.
The club is now looking forward with enthusiasm to another exciting year. The Committee is committed to driving forward improvements at Mullingar Golf Club, ensuring continued progress and delivering the best possible experience for all members and visitors alike. Thank you to everyone who attended and for your ongoing support of Mullingar Golf Club.
Ladies Branch Notes
Ladies Branch AGM
The Annual General Meeting of the Ladies Branch was held on Wednesday, November 20. Outgoing Lady Captain Sheila Cassidy handed over the baton to the incoming Captain, Aideen Kelleghan, who expressed her honour at leading such a prestigious club. Aideen also welcomed Jackie Mills as the new Vice Lady Captain. The AGM saw an impressive turnout, and attendees enjoyed a spread of delicious finger food afterwards.
Winter League
The Winter League is ongoing, with the ladies posting impressive scores. The popular Turkey Competition is in full swing, and for those who don’t win a turkey, there’s a raffle with fantastic prizes. Tickets can be purchased at the bar.
Competitions
Wednesday, December 4 – Ladies 9-Hole Stableford competition.
Wednesday, December 11 – Ladies 9-Hole Stableford competition, kindly sponsored by Emily King.
Wednesday, December 18 – Ladies 9-Hole Stableford competition.
Gents Branch Notes
Sunday Competitions
Last Sunday’s competition, scheduled for November 24, had to be cancelled due to heavy overnight rain, leaving the course unplayable.
However, the previous Sunday, November 17, saw 101 men compete over 15 holes for Christmas turkeys in mild conditions. Yellow tees were in play, and the course, thanks to the work of David Perdisatt and his team, was in excellent condition. Players enjoyed the pace of the greens following recent hollow-tining and sanding work.
The results for the Sunday turkey shoot on November 17 were as follows:
Category 1 (0-10):
Winner: Adam Smith (-4) – 34 pts
Runner-up: Derek Plunkett (6) – 33 pts
Category 2 (11-16):
Winner: Thomas Keating (15) – 35 pts
Runner-up: Niall Kennedy (11) – 34 pts
Category 3 (17+):
Winner: Dermot Maloney (18) – 35 pts
Runner-up: Brian Conlon (17) – 35 pts
Congratulations to all the winners! Special mention goes to Adam Smith for his outstanding play. After starting on the 10th and playing the 1st 3 holes: bogey – par – bogie, Adam then proceeded to shoot 1 eagle, 7 birdies and 3 more pars, for 7 under gross. That was 9 under for 12 consecutive holes! Hats off to ‘Awesome’ Adam, as they might say Stateside.
Thanks to the Men’s Branch for kindly sponsoring the day.
Senior Men
Due to rain, senior golf scheduled for Tuesday, November 20, was cancelled.
After two of three rounds, the top 10 in the Senior Men’s competition are as follows:
Tim Ferguson – 23 + 22 = 45 pts
Liam Martin – 23 + 17 = 40 pts
Eugene Dunne – 22 + 18 = 40 pts
Edmund Dunne – 20 + 20 = 40 pts
John Smyth – 16 + 23 = 39 pts
Ger O'Sullivan – 18 + 21 = 39 pts
Edward Eighan – 21 + 18 = 39 pts
Donald Bell – 17 + 21 = 38 pts
Eamon Shaw – 19 + 19 = 38 pts
Benny O'Dowd – 19 + 19 = 38 pts
Bonus points will be added after the final round. All to play for on the final Tuesday.
Fairgreen TV Winter League
Four weeks into the Winter League, the competition is heating up, and it's fast becoming the talk of the clubhouse. The standings are as follows:
Louth – 380 pts
Clare – 371 pts
Cavan – 367 pts
Laois – 353 pts
Longford – 351 pts
Offaly – 349 pts
Roscommon – 346 pts
Derry – 346 pts
Dublin – 343 pts
Antrim – 339 pts
Limerick – 339 pts
Many thanks to Fairgreen TV and Mick McCarthy for sponsoring this season’s Winter League.
Competitions
Next Sunday, December 1, Mullingar Golf Club will host the Senior Alliance. For golfers not entered in this, afternoon slots are available. Next week’s competition will consist of 15 holes, with turkeys kindly sponsored by the Men’s Branch. Check the notice boards for tee confirmations.
Prize Presentations
The Gents Branch hosted its final presentation night of the season on Sunday November 17, in the Clubhouse. It was a chance to recognise the sponsors of 11 competitions and to present prizes to the winners:
Sunday Competitions: Men’s Branch (x2), Past Captains, Mileage Tyres Hampers, and ACS Drives and Control Systems.
Matchplays: Specsavers (Club Singles), Hayes Coghlan Doolan Accountants (Club Foursomes), Oliver Conroy Pallets (Club Fourballs), Maguire Dental Care (Long Handicap), and Fr. Pat Dunne Mixed Foursomes.
Golfer of the Year: The Chambers Bar trophy. Many thanks to all our sponsors, without whom these valued competitions could not proceed.