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Skerries Teams Updates

It has been a very busy month of matches and there have been great wins and sadly some losses.

  • The mens Barton Cup narrowly lost out to Balbriggan
  • The JB Carr team had a great win 3/2 win over Forest Little, congratulations to Brendan Shanahan with a hole in one on the 7th

Some of the Ladies’ teams are still very much in contention including the following –

  • The Challenge Cup team had a great win against Corrstown.
  • The Minor Cup team beat Luttrellstown on Sunday 22nd May
  • The Revive Active team beat Hollywood Lakes and now go forward to the next round to play Balbriggan.
  • The Senior Cup lost out narrowly on Saturday to Laytown and Bettystown, with Jen O Loghlen taking it to the 21st hole and unfortunately was pipped by a birdie.

It was great to see so many of the teams, supporters, caddies and managers out on the course. Here are a few pictures of the teams.

Events, Benefits & Socials Update

1. Friday 22nd April – The 2022 “9 and dine” got off to flying start. There were a large number of entrants, the food was excellent and a great night of music and fun was had by all. A big thank you to the sponsors Kube and congratulations to the winners 1st (on countback) Ann and Mick Ahern, 2nd Joan and Robert Kehoe.

2. Friday 29th April – Matt Murphy Benefit Day
This fundraiser is almost booked out. Please note there will be volunteers managing the car park for the day so please follow their directions. The practice ground will be closed all day as it is required for car parking. If you have any queries please contact Chris Alcock or Brian Sherwin for details.

3. Sunday 1st May – Short Game Area Launch
Join Stan Pyke, Kingsley Lewis and Club Captains for the formal opening of the Short Game area at 4pm on Sunday 1st May. Our Club Pro Bobby will give a short game masterclass at the launch.

4. Sunday 1st May – Skerries Youth Support Services
Are running a 12-hour Static Cycle fundraiser from 8am-8pm in Floraville. As always, they would like people to come and join in and support

5. Friday 6th May – Martin Browne testimonial day.
Format 4 person rumble and full singles handicap apply. For persons with no golf handicap. Maximum: men 18, women 28. Please check the timesheet for available slots
– €120 per Team and payment options are as follows
– Bobby Kinsella, Pro shop.
– Peter Counihan 087 6774027 Revolut.
– Please book in advance with Mizan at 01-8493135 or 8491567 ext 3 if you wish to dine
after your golf round.
– If you are unable to play perhaps you might consider sponsoring a tee/green. Also
volunteers will be required on the day. If you are available please contact any of the
following
– Peter Counihan 0876774027
– Emer Mullins 0868937728
– Gerry Lloyd 0862543959
– Mary Kenny 0872185750

6. Friday 27th May – SAVE THE DATE – Skerries Golf Club Corporate day

Golf updates – Competitions, Teams etc.

Ladies Overall Team Manager (Mary Dowling) update

Mary McKenna
A most exciting evening of golf went all the way to the 19th on Wednesday 27th April after ten matches (five in Ballinascourney and five in Skerries). Skerries made a fantastic comeback only to lose on the 19th when the opposition sank an exceptionally long putt. Well done to all the players, the Team Manager Grainne O’Connor and her Assistant Catherine Noone.

Fingal Seniors
Skerries played the first of six matches against The Island on Monday 25th April. The Island won 6 points and Skerries 2 points. The next match is against Elm Green on the 30th April.

Upcoming matches

Sunday 1st May – Junior Foursomes v Ardee. 2 matches away at 3 pm and one match in Skerries at 15.45pm.

Saturday 7th May – Intermediate Cup v Co Louth. 3 matches at home and 2 away at 3.30pm.

Sunday 8th May – Senior Cup v Dundalk. 3 matches at home and 2 away at 3.30 pm.

Spring League
The 3rd Round is underway and is due to be completed by 30th April. The two teams with the best aggregate points will go head to head in the Final.

Men’s Team update

Uden Cup
Skerries were just edged out of the competition by the current Uden Cup holders The Island with wins of 3 matches to 2. Well done to all the players and manager Gerry Lloyd.

Next matches

Thursday 28 April – J.B. Carr Trophy vs Beaverstown G.C. @14:30

Saturday 30th April – McDonnell Cup vs Howth @15.00 (3 matches at home ,2 away)

Saturday 30th April – All Ireland 4 ball vs St. Annes @15.00 (3 matches at home, 2 away )

Sunday 1st May – Barton Shield v Portmarnock

Please support the teams both home and away.

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