Dear Members,

                                                                                                                                                                                             Thank you so much for the wonderful support and good wishes I received last Saturday at my Drive-in.  Unfortunately, the weather wasn’t kind and the playing conditions were unfavourable.   Even so, our game of Scotch Foursomes went ahead, but I think we were all glad to return to the warmth of the Green Room.  There was a great buzz and sense of camaraderie during lunch and the weather was soon forgotten.  Thanks to you all, I really enjoyed the day and hope you did   too.

 I now have the results from the ballot which has been counted by Joyce Mulligan (Handicap Secretary) and verified by Marie Kelly (Vice Capt.).

 Option 1   24% ;  Option 2  19% ;  Option 3   57%

 I will be posting details of the new handicap system (Option 3) on the website under “Handicapping” and on the notice board, so that members can familiarise themselves with the new system before it goes  live.  We will be doing trials over the next few weeks and all going well the new system will be implemented on Saturday 2nd April.

 Some of you may have already heard that the Green Room will  soon be under new management.  It will be managed by Kate Dillon, owner of  The Wooden Spoon in Blackrock.  I’m pleased to say that some of the existing staff are remaining.  The Green Room will be closed for redecoration on Monday 21st and Tuesday 22nd March and then opening under the new manager on Wednesday 23rd March.  I have spoken with Kate and seen some menus which look very good.  She is very eager and has lots of new ideas, so hopefully we will enjoy the change.

See you soon

Dolores

Dear Members,

Our away day took place on the 6th February in the spectacular surroundings of Wicklow Golf Club.  The course was challenging, and was made even more so by some heavy rainfall. Nevertheless, our group of hardy ladies pressed on, negotiating hills and muddy conditions! Congratulations to all who took part.

I’m looking forward to seeing you at my Drive-In on Saturday and lets hope the weather will favour  us.  Please assemble at 11.45 am to collect your cards.  The format will be Scotch Foursomes.  The rules are as follows:                                                                                                   Players A + B  tee-off on every hole and the best drive is chosen.  If Player A’s drive is chosen, Player B takes the second shot.  Alternate shots are then taken until the ball is holed.

Lunch and Prize-giving will follow in the Green Room with a wine reception, chicken chasseur lunch and cake, tea/coffee.  If there are any special dietary requirements, please let me know in advance and catering will do their best to provide a suitable alternative.

If weather conditions prevent us from playing, lunch will go ahead at 1.30 pm and there will be a draw for prizes. Lets hope and pray that this does not happen!

Voting for the handicap system will close on Friday, 19th February  so please return your ballot sheet on or before this date.  Our Handicap Secretary, Joyce Mulligan will count the votes  and the result will be verified by another member of the committee.  An announcement will follow before the end of February.

Our society jumper may be ordered from:   Express Embroidery (Par 72 International)                                                                                                               Contact: Liam, 1800925722

I trust most of you have by now, accessed the new website and I am delighted that there has been a very positive feedback.

Best wishes,

Dolores