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Blessington Golf Society

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Hi all,

Find attached a list of 2026 outings and committee members. 😅
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/outings.html
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/committee.html

Our weekend away to Faithlegg is nearly finalized. If you haven't yet requested a room, please contact Jonathan Hennessy or any committee member to confirm your booking as soon as possible. We still have a few rooms available.

Blessington Golf Society would like to wish everyone a Happy Christmas and New Year. 🌲🌲🧑‍🎄

We hope to see everyone for Captain Jonathan Hennessy's drive in, in March. ⛳🏌️

Regards
Blessington Golf Society

Christmas Scramble Results

Hi all,

We had a great day on Saturday for our last outing off the year. It was great to see so many turn out, both for the golf and the prize presentation. 
See below for results, congratulations to all the winners on the day. 

We would like to thank our main sponsors for this outing, Harry Wilson and Seamus Breen.
Captain Sam would like to thank everyone for their participation in all the events and for making it a thoroughly enjoyable year.

Xmas Scramble Blessington Lakes G.C. November 9th 2024
1st Prize
Joe O'Toole, Vincent Moran, Joe Mooney & Mary O'Toole.
Gross 69, handicap 8.3, nett 60.7

2nd Prize
Paddy Sargent, Pat Nolan, Tommy Hennessy & Tom Murray
Gross 71, handicap 6.5, nett 64.5

3rd Prize
Gary Hull, Dermot Hennessy & Veronica Maloney
Gross 75, handicap 10, nett 65

4th Prize
Frances Lambe, Sam Ellis, Robbie Keogh & Kieran Malone
Gross 71, handicap 5, nett 66


Pickie out Winners
John Tutty = Wilson Butchers Voucher
Tom O'Neill = Tulfarris Green fee Vouchers
Breda Sheedy = Tulfarris Green fee Vouchers

We extend our congratulations to Ciaran Lambe for receiving the Golfer of the Year trophy last night. His achievement is truly well-deserved, reflecting a fantastic year of golf.

Wishing everyone a great Christmas.

Xmas Scramble in Tulfarris Golf Club

Hi All,

Find the attached draw for Saturday's Xmas Scramble in Tulfarris G.C. 
Cost on the day is €40 per person (€10 to members of Tulfarris).
Can we ask everyone to be there 15 minutes beforehand and to be on the tee box for your allotted time. 
Thanks to Wilson Butchers and Seamus Breen for their continued sponsorship of this event.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

Rules on the day for the Scramble.
  • Each golfer drives off every hole. Every player has to have 3 drives marked on the card
  • Each player then plays from the best ball until they hole out.
  • Placing everywhere
  • 1/10th of your combined handicap will be subtracted from your final score for a fourball, 1/6th for a three ball.

Last presentation of the year will be in Hennessy's @ 9.00 on Sunday . Golfer of the year prize presentation will be held on Sunday. Huge congratulations to Ciaran Lambe for clinching this year's title.  

Hope to see you all there.

Reminder, deposits for 2026 weekend away will be taken by committee at outing. 

Regards
BGS​

Heineken Cup in Kilkea Castle GC Timesheet

Hi All,


Find attached the timesheet for the Heineken Cup in Kilkea Castle G.C. Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day. Note, it is a 45 minute car journey from Blessington.
Heineken Cup Timesheet in Kilkea Castle Golf Club

Green fees are €50 including prizes and 2's clubs.
Reminder, we will be collecting deposits for the 2026 weekend away also on the day. €100 per person.
Food is available in the clubhouse on a pre order basis.

Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge on Sunday night at 9:00.
See you all on Saturday

Kilkea Castle Golf Club Location


Regards
BSG

Frank O'Neill Trophy Results 2025

Hi all,

On behalf of Rena and the O'Neill family, we would like to extend our thanks to everyone who attended Saturday's outing and last night's prize presentation. It was a thoroughly enjoyable day and evening. See attached link to results. Congratulations to all the winners!
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2025-results--goty.html

Next outing is The Heineken Cup in Kilkea Castle on Saturday the 4th Oct.
Hope to see you all there.

Best regards,
BGS

Frank O'Neill Trophy

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Hi All,


Find attached the timesheet for the Frank O'Neill Trophy in Baltinglass G.C. Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day.
Frank O'Neill Trophy Timesheet
Food will be available in the clubhouse afterwards.
Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge on Sunday night at 9pm.
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Hope to see you all on Saturday

Baltinglass Golf Club Location


Regards
BSG


Captains Day Results

​Hi all,

Attached are the results of Captain Sam Ellis's day held at Tulfarris Golf Club. It was a very enjoyable day for everyone. Sam would like to extend his gratitude to everyone who attended the golf and the dinner presentation on Friday night.
Captains Day Results
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Congratulations to Declan Cummins for winning the men's overall prize and to Bernie Hennessy for winning the women's prize. Well done to all the winners of the day.

Additionally, President Paddy Sargent's prizes and matchplay winners were presented on the night. A full results list is now updated on the website.
The next outing is the Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy on the 6th of September in Baltinglass.
See you all there.
Regards,
BGS

Captain's Day Timesheet and Dinner

Hi All,

Please find the attached draw for Sam Ellis's Captain's Prize on Saturday at Tulfarris Golf Club. Men will play from the green tee box, while ladies will play from the red tee box. This year, we have two nearest the pin competitions on the 2nd and 6th greens. The longest drive will be on the 15th hole for men and the 18th hole for ladies.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

The hotel restaurant will be open until 10:30 am for anyone who would like to have breakfast. The bar menu will be available starting at 12:30 pm. We have a large number of participants, so we would appreciate it if you could arrive well ahead of your tee time.
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The Captain's Dinner will be held at the Craddockstown Golf Club Restaurant on Friday, the 15th of August, at 7:30 pm. Following dinner, there will be the presentation of the President's (results attached from Mt Wolseley) and Captain's prizes. The cost for the day is €55 for golf and prizes, and €40 per person for the 3 course dinner.

Captain Sam wishes everyone the very best of luck and looks forward to seeing you all there.

Regards,
Blessington Golf Society

Carlow Golf Club Results

Hi all,

See attached link for results from Carlow Golf Club. Congratulations to all winners on the day.
Carlow Golf Club Results

Next outing is Captain Sam Ellis's day on Saturday the 9th of July in Tulfarris Golf Club. Note, captains dinner and prize presentation will be held on Friday evening the 15th of August in Craddockstown.

Regards
​BGS

Presidents Day Results

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Hi all,

Attached are the results of President Paddy's day held in Mount Wolseley Golf Club. 
President Paddy Sargents Day Results
 
Paddy would like to thank everyone for attending the golf, a very enjoyable day was had by everyone.

Congratulations to Andy Doran for winning the men's overall prize and to Francis Lambe for winning the women's prize.
Well done to all the winners on the day. Prize presentation will be held at the Captains dinner in August.

The next outing is Carlow Golf Club on Saturday the 5th of July.


Regards
BGS

President Paddy Sargents Day in Mount Wolseley

Hi All,


Please find attached the draw for Paddy Sargent Presidents Prize on Saturday in Mount Wolseley Golf Club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

Cost for the day will be €60, that includes prizes and 2's club. Can we ask all golfers to be there in plenty of time and to keep up with the pace of play. Men of yellow tee box and ladies of red tee box.

We wish Paddy all the best for Saturday and hope everyone has a great day.

BGS Committee

Kenmare Weekend Away Results 2025

Hi Folks,

Attached is the link to the results for our weekend away in Kenmare.
Congratulations to overall winners, Martin and Mags. Well done to all prize winners.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2025-results--goty.html
I would like to thank everyone for making the weekend so enjoyable.
Next outing is in Mount Wolseley Golf Club for Presidents Day, Saturday the 7th June.

Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Regards
Sam Ellis

O'Toole Cup Results

Morning all,


Hope the sunburn is not too sore today 

Attached, the results from Saturday's outing. Congratulations to Arthur and Francis for claiming overall spots. Well done to all winners on the day. 
O'Toole Cup Results

At the prize presentation last night we also had our free 2026 membership draw, which was won by John Sheedy. Well done John.
Our matchplay competition draw was done last night. Attached are both draws and the rules for the competitions. Please note the dates that matches have to be played by. To help with the running of the competitions a whatsapp group will be set up. Players will be withdrawn from the group when they are eliminated from the competitions.

Captain Sam & the O'Toole family would like to thank everyone for making the day so enjoyable.

Roll on Kenmare!!

Regards

O'Toole Cup Timesheet

Hi all,


Find attached the timesheet for our outing at the weekend in Athy golf Club.
Format is stableford. Green tee box for men and red tee box for ladies. Completed cards to be left in the box after round.
Green fees on the day are €45 including prizes and 2's clubs.
O'Toole Cup, Athy Golf Club Timesheet


We will be collecting names for the match play and the Buddy Cup on the day. 
Entry fee is €5 for singles and €10 per team for Buddy Cup. Draws for both competitions will be made at the prize presentation on Sunday night.
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Food is available in the clubhouse.


Presentation of prizes will be on Sunday night at 9pm Hennessy's. Note, prizes from our 1st outing in Millicent will be presented on the night also.

Hope to see you all on  Saturday & Sunday 

Regards
BGS

Millicent Results

Hi all,


Find attached the results from last weekend's outing in Millicent. Congratulations to all winners on the day. Prize presentation will be on the weekend of the 5th of April outing in Hennessy's. Further details to follow.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2025-results--goty.html

Captain Sam would like to pass on his thanks to everyone for making his drive in a very enjoyable day. We had terrific numbers looking to play, with 54 scorecards handed in. Special thanks to Jerry Lambe, Sean McCormack, Ciaran Lambe and all the committee for all their help over the weekend. 

Our next outing is on Saturday the 5th of April in Athy Golf Club. Notifications for it will go out  next week for it.

Blessington Golf Society would like to pass on our condolences to past member and Captain Sean Davin on the sad passing of his wife Mary. Mary was a lovely lady and a friend to all society members. May she rest in peace.


Regards
BGS

2025 Outings

​www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/outings.html
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Christmas Scramble Results

Hi all,

We had a great day in Blessington Lakes G.C. on Saturday for our last outing off the year. It was great to see so many turn out, both for the golf and the prize presentation. 
See below for results, congratulations to all the winners on the day. 

We would like to thank our main sponsors for this outing, Harry Wilson and Seamus Breen.
Captain Denis would like to thank everyone for their participation in all the events and for making it a thoroughly enjoyable year.

Date for your diary, Monday 2nd December in Hennessys for our AGM. Details will go out to members over the next week or so. 

Xmas Scramble Blessington Lakes G.C. November 9th 2024
1st place
Darren Ward, Pat McEnroy, Tom Hennessy & Carly Keogh
Combined handicap of 7.3, gross 67 & nett 59.7

2nd place
Joe O'Toole, Jonathan Hennessy, Tom Murray & Mary O'Toole
Combined handicap of 8.6, gross 69 & nett 60.4
 
3rd place
Jerry Lambe, Conor Dolan, Arthur Hennessy & Audrey Finnegan
Combined handicap of 7.5, gross 69 & nett 61.5

4th place
Sean McCormack, Sam Ellis, Jerry Hennessy & Catherine Behan
Combined handicap of 8.4, gross 70 & nett 61.6

5th place
Paddy Sargent, David Delaney, Tom O'Neill & Mary Corrigan
Combined handicap of 7.6, gross 70 & nett 62.4

6th place
Ciaran Lambe, John Launders, John Molloy & Laura Smith
Combined handicap of 7.4, gross 70 & nett 62.6


Wishing everyone a great Christmas.

Regards

Heineken Cup in Portarlington G.C Timesheet

Hi All,

Find attached the timesheet for the Heineken Cup in Portarlington G.C. Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day.
Heineken Cup Timesheet in Portarlington Golf Club

Reminder, we will be collecting deposits for the 2025 weekend away also on the day (see attached info).
Food is available in the clubhouse.

Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge on Sunday night at 9:00.
Hope to see you all on Saturday

Portarlington Golf Club Location

Regards
BSG

Frank O'Neill Trophy

Hi all,


Attached are the results from the Frank O'Neill Trophy held in Baltinglass Golf Club.
Rena and family would like to thank everyone for a great day.
Frank O'Neill Trophy Results

Huge thanks to Madge Tyrell for sponsoring the ladies prizes and to Rena for sponsoring the men's prizes.
Next outing is the Heineken Cup in Portarlington Golf Club on Saturday the 12th of October.

See you all then

BGS
Hi All,

Find attached the timesheet for the Frank O'Neill Trophy in Baltinglass G.C.Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day.
Frank O'Neill Trophy Timesheet

Green fees are €40 including prizes and 2's clubs.
Reminder, we will be collecting deposits (€100 per person) for the 2025 weekend away also on the day. 
Food will be available in the clubhouse afterwards.

Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge that night (Saturday) at 9.30.

Hope to see you all on Saturday
Baltinglass Golf Club Location

Regards
BSG

Presidents Day Results/ Captain's Dinner

Hi all,

See attached link for updated Presidents Day results/Matchplay results and golfer of the year points. President's Day Results

Captain Denis and President Martin would like to thank everyone for making last Friday night a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Congratulations to all winners over the past 2 tournaments. 

Our next outing is on Saturday the 7th of September in Baltinglass golf club for the Frank O'Neill Trophy. Always a great day out.

Regards
​BGS

Presidents Day in Tulfarris

Hi all,

Please find the attached draw for Martin Cummins President Prize on Saturday in Tulfarris Golf Club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

Cost for the day will be €50, that includes prizes and 2's club. Can we ask all golfers to be there in plenty of time and to keep up with the pace of play.

We wish Martin all the best for Saturday and hope everyone has a great day.
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Captain's Dinner.

Captain's dinner will be held in Craddockstown Golf Club on Friday the 16th of August at 7:30pm. 
The cost is €35 per person for a 3 course meal. We will be collecting money on Saturday for this. 
Prize presentation on the night will be for the Captain's Day, Presidents Day and Matchplay competitions.

Should be an enjoyable evening.

Hope you can all make it.

BGS Committee

Captain's Day in Carton House

Hi Everyone,
 
This is your Captain speaking.
Fasten your seatbelts 

Can I just thank everyone for a wonderful day on Saturday, I think everyone will agree that the good weather & the reception we received from the staff of Carton House thoroughly enhanced the day.

The course was fantastic & to get the chance to play before the Ladies Irish Open was special.

A special thanks to the committee for all your hard work & to Tommy Boyd our main contact there who pulled out all the stops for each & everyone of us.

Congratulations to all the winners. See attached link for all winners.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2024-results--goty.html
The presentation will be a joint one to include the Presidents prize in Craddockstown GC on the evening 16th August.

Looking forward to seeing you all in Tulfarris on the 10th August celebrating our Presidents prize.
Kind regards,
Over & Out

Denis.

Craddockstown Results

Hi all,

See attached link for results from Craddockstown. Congratulations to all winners on the day.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2024-results--goty.html

Thanks to Vincent Moran for sponsoring the day.
Next outing is Saturday the 13th July in Carton House, Captain's Day.

Regards
​BGS

Craddockstown Timesheet

Hi All,
Please see the attached draw for our next outing in Craddockstown Golf Club on Saturday the 8th of June. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before tee time.
Green fees are €40 including prizes and 2's club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

See the location here: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1tVS35b5ZffhiQHs8

Tea, coffee, scones, soup and sandwiches will be available in clubhouse to purchase
Presentation to take place in Hennessy's lounge Sunday evening the 9th at  9pm.

We look forward to seeing you all there.
Best regards
BGS

Captains Drive in Results (O'Toole Cup)

Hi all,

Hope the sunburn is not too sore today 🌞🥵

Attached, the results from yesterday's outing. Congratulations to Derek and Bernie for claiming overall spots. Well done to all winners on the day. 👏👏
O'Toole Cup Results www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2024-results--goty.html
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Captain Denis & the O'Toole family would like to thank everyone for making the day so enjoyable.

Roll on Sligo!!

Regards
BGS

Captains Drive in Timesheet (O'Toole Cup)

Hi All,


Find attached the timesheet for the Newbridge G.C. Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day. Denis will be driving off at 10:40, so it would be nice if you could make it there for that. No pressure Denis, white sticks up the left and right 
Captains Drive-in timesheet, Newbridge Golf Club


Green fees are €35 including prizes and 2's clubs.
Food is available in the clubhouse.


Prize presentation will be held in Hennessy's Lounge on Sunday night at 9:00. The 2025 free membership draw will take place at the presentation. Only paid up 2024 members are valid for this draw.


Hope to see you all on Sunday
Newbridge Golf Club location

Regards
BGS

2024 Matchplay Competitions

Hi all.
See attached link for 2024 matchplay competitions.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/matchplay.html
Regards
BGS

*****Captains Drive in postponed*****

Unfortunately due to the adverse weather conditions and a very snowy wet course in Newbridge, captain Denis's drive-in has to be postponed.
It will be rescheduled for a later date, possibly in April.  We will know for certain what date next week.

If anyone would like to pay deposits for the weekend away, sub committee members will be in Hennessy's tomorrow night, Sat the 2nd from 8PM to 9PM. This is the last weekend for deposits as we have to inform the hotel next week how many rooms are needed.

Regards
BGS

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Hi all,


It's the start of a new golf year again. This will be our 36th year on the go and Captain Denis has some great courses lined up to play.
Our first outing is our Captain's Drive-In at Newbridge Golf Course on Saturday 2nd March.

First Tee Time;       10:00  
Cost;                         €35 including prizes and Two's club.
Format;                    Stableford.
Presentation;         Saturday night the 2nd in Hennessy's Lounge @9.30pm 
Restaurant:            Opened before and after the game.
Buggies;                  6 booked @ €25 (Subject to weather conditions being okay).

Reply your intentions in the usual ways, by replying to this email or through the "Teamer App" before Wednesday the 28th at 3pm.
We have a limited amount of tee times available (10-12pm). If you have intentions of playing, please get your name down on the timesheet ASAP. When the timesheet is full, a waiting list will be started.

Anyone who is going on our weekend away in Sligo, final date for deposits are to be paid by the Newbridge outing, with full payment to be paid by our 2nd outing (Gowran GC, 6th April). Attached is the price list for the weekend away.

Hope to see you all at Newbridge Golf Club.

Regard,
BGS


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 CAPTAIN’S ADDRESS:
 
Fellow Members thank you for electing me as your Captain for 2024. It is a real privilege to represent you the members & friends of such a great golf society.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank last year’s Captain Robbie Keogh for his nomination and also congratulate him on such a wonderful, memorable & successful year (Yes, I’m feeling the pressure).
Blessington Golf Society is in its 36th year and this is testament to the commitment & dedication of past committees, representing and maintaining a membership of over 80 people year on year.
 
It is my intention to mix myself among as many players as possible, get out there and enjoy the craic & play good golf over the coming year.
I do hope you enjoy the courses chosen for 2024 as I do feel the pressure giving the great success of last year’s input from both Captain, Committee & Sub-committees.
 
A Fantastic Job by All, Thank You
 
I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a healthy, happy, enjoyable golfing 2024.
Thank you in advance,
Yours in Golf,
 
Denis Morris
Captain BGS


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Christmas Outing

Hi All,


Find the attached draw for Saturday's Xmas Scramble in Blessington Lakes G.C. 
It is a very busy morning in Boystown that morning so can we ask everyone to be there 15 minutes beforehand and to be on the tee box for your allotted time.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

Straight forward scramble, tenth of the combined handicap
Placing everywhere.

Last presentation  of the year will be in Hennessy's @ 9.00 on Sunday.

Hope to see you all there.

Reminder, Deposits for 2024 weekend away will be taken by committee at outing. 

Heineken Cup in Kilcock Golf Club Results

Hi all,
 
Attached are the results for last months outing in Kilcock Golf Club (Heineken Cup).
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html
Congratulations to all the winners on the day.
Thank you to Ronan in Hennessy's and Heineken for sponsoring the event. 

Also congratulations to Jonathan & Tommy Hennessy for winning the Buddy Cup Matchplay and to Jerry Lambe for taking the singles title. 
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/matchplay.html

Next up is our Xmas outing in Blessington Lakes Golf Club on Saturday the 11th of November.
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Heineken Cup in Kilcock Golf Club

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Hi All,
 
Find attached the timesheet for the Heineken Cup in Kilcock G.C. Please ensure that you are there in plenty of time to ensure the smooth running of the day.
Heineken Cup Timesheet in Kilcock Golf Club
 
Green fees are €40 including prizes and 2's clubs.
Reminder, we will be collecting deposits for the 2024 weekend away also on the day.
Food is available in the clubhouse.
 
Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge on Sunday night at 9:30.
 
Hope to see you all on Saturday🏌
Kilcock Golf Club Location
 
Regards
BSG
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Frank O'Neill Trophy

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Hi all,
 
Attached are the results for Saturday's golf outing in Baltinglass (Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy).
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html

A great day was had by all with the weather gods shining on us again. Presentation was held in Hennessey's that night.
Rena and the O'Neill family would like to thank everyone for participating and making the day so enjoyable. Thanks to Bernie Hennessy for sponsoring prizes.

Congratulations to Christy and Bernie for winning the overall prizes and to all the winners on the day.
 
Next outing is the Heineken Cup in Kilcock Golf Club on Saturday the 7th of October. 

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Regards
BGS
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Captains Day in Tulfarris

Hi all,

Attached are the results of Captain Robbie Keogh's day held in Tulfarris Golf Club. 
Captains Day Results

A very enjoyable day was had by everyone.  
Robbie would like to thank everyone for attending the golf and the dinner presentation afterwards.

Congratulations to Christy Broe for winning the men's overall prize and to Mary Corrigan for winning the women's prize.
Well done to all the winners on the day.

The next outing is the Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy on the 9th of September in Baltinglass.


Regards
BGS

​Hi All,


Please find the attached draw for Robbie Keogh's Captain's Prize on Saturday in Tulfarris G.C.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

We have a large number to get out so we would appreciate it if you can turn up well ahead of time.

The Captain's Dinner will be held in the Fairways Restaurant at 7:30pm with food orders being taken at 8pm followed by the presentation of Presidents and Captian's prizes.
Costs on the day are €50 for golf and prizes and €40 per person for dinner.

Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Blessington Golf Society

​Hi all,
 
Just a few notes on the run-up to Captain's Day in Tulfarris.
 
Presidents Day.
 
President Pat would like to thank everyone for an enjoyable day that was held in Carlow golf club. The weather wasn't the best on the day but it didn't dampen the spirits down there.
He would like to congratulate all the winners on the day and is looking forward to seeing everyone for the prize presentation on the 12th of August. 
 
Matchplay Competitions.
 
Both matchplay competitions are going well at the moment. Nearly all matches are down to the semi-final stages. Best of luck to all still involved over the next few weeks.
Singles:
Semi-final 1 = Jerry Lambe v Pat McEnroy
Semi-final 2 = Declan Cummins v Vincent Moran
Doubles:
Semi-final 1 = Jonathon & Tommy Hennessy v Winners of Declan Cummins/Dermot Hennessy & Matt Byrne/Paddy Sargent
Semi-Final 2 = Mick O'Toole & Sam Ellis v Vincent Moran & Kieran Malone
 
Captain's Prize.
 
BGS Captain's Prize will be held in Tulfarris Golf Course this Saturday 12th of August.
 
Our Captain Robbie Keogh has booked tee times from 10:00 to 12:20 pm.
The cost of the outing will be €50 including Two's Club and prizes.
 
If you require a buggy let us know by email if you can. Limited amount booked.
 
Please let us know your intention, whether you are able to attend or not by replying to this email or through the Teamer App before 8.00 pm Wednesday 9th Aug. to enable the draw to be carried out. 
 
 
Captain's Dinner.
 
Captain's dinner will be held in The Fairways Restaurant in the hotel that evening @ 8:00 pm. 
The cost is €40 per person for a 3-course meal.
 
As the hotel will be very busy on the day we ask everyone to be on time for the golf and dinner.
Prize presentations for Presidents Day and Captains Day will be held afterwards.
Should be an enjoyable day and evening.
 
Hope you can all make it.
 
BGS Committee

Presidents Day Timesheet Saturday July 15th

Hi All,


Please see the attached draw  for President Pat Nolans day in Carlow Golf Club on Saturday the 15th of July. We would like to wish Pat the very best for his day and everybody enjoys a great day of golf.
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before tee time.
Green fees are €55 including prizes and 2's club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html


See the location here: https://goo.gl/maps/HwAz3zaHoMmeZoMNA


We would like to thank all golfers for being mindful of their pace of play lately, but please remember if you lose sight of the golfers ahead of you, please make a conscious effort to catch up with them. 

The kitchen will be open if you are looking for some grub.


Presentation to take place at the Captain's dinner in Tulfarris on Saturday 12th August.


We look forward to seeing you all there.

​BGS

Arklow Golf Club Results

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​Hi all,


Attached are the results for our June outing in Arklow Golf Club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html


A great day was had by all with the weather gods shining on us. Thanks to everyone who made the long trip over the mountains. Presentation was held at Hennessey's on Sunday night. .
Congratulations to Pat and Carly for winning the overall prizes and to all the winners on the day.

Next outing is Carlow Golf Club on Saturday the 15th of July For President Pat Nolan's Day. Best of luck to everyone going and enjoy. 

Regards
BGS


Arklow Timesheet Saturday June 10th

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​Hi All,
 
Please see the attached draw for our next outing in Arklow Golf Club on Saturday the 11th of June. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before tee time.
Green fees are €50 including prizes and 2's club.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
See the location here: https://goo.gl/maps/N2qrBTJBrWpe5ndW6
 
We would like to thank all golfers for being mindful of their pace of play lately, but please remember if you lose sight of the golfers ahead of you, please make a conscious effort to catch up with them. 
 
We have also been told the kitchen will be open if you are looking for some grub.
 
Presentation to take place in Hennessy's lounge Sunday evening the 11th at  9pm.
 
We look forward to seeing you all there.
 
Best regards
BGS


Fota Island 2023

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Hi Folks,

Attach is the link for all the results for our weekend away in Fota island.
Congratulations to overall winners, Declan and Francis. Well done to all prize winners
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html
I would like to thank everyone for making the weekend so enjoyable.
Next outing is in Arklow golf Club, Saturday the 10th June.

Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Regards
Robbie Keogh


2023 Matchplay Competitions 

Hi all,
2023 match  play competitions are now live. Can we ask all participants to have all the matches played by the allotted time please. This helps with the smooth running of the competitions.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/matchplay.html
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Regards
 BGS match play committee

Jim O'Toole Cup, Rathfarnham Golf Club Results

Hi all,


Attached are the results for Sunday's golf outing in Rathfarnham Golf Club(Jim O'Toole).
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html


A great day was had by all with the weather gods shining on us. Presentation was held at Hennessey's last night. The O'Toole family and BGS would like to thank everyone for participating and making the day so enjoyable.Thanks to the O'Toole family for their sponsorship on the day.
Well done to Tommy Hennessy who was picked out of our draw to win a fourball to Corrstown Golf Club.
Congratulations to Ciaran and Bernie for winning the overall prizes and to all the winners on the day.

Next outing is our trip to Fota Island. Best of luck to everyone going and enjoy. 

Regards
BGS

Corrstown Golf Club Results

Hi all,
 
Attached are the results for Saturday's Captain's drive in golf outing in Corrrstown.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2023-resultsgoty.html

 
A great day was had by all. Presentation was held in Hennesseys on Sunday night. Robbie and BGS would like to thank everyone for participating and making the day so enjoyable. 
Congratulations to Paddy and Bernie for winning the overall prizes and to all the winners on the day.
 
Next outing is Rathfarnham Golf Club on Sunday the 16th April. 
 
Regards
BGS

Re-Scheduled Captains Drive-in at Corrstown Golf Club

Hi All,
 
Please see the attached draw for Captain Robbie Keogh's rescheduled drive-in, in Corrstown G.C. on Saturday 25th March. Please arrive at least 20 minutes before tee time.
Green fees are €40 including prizes and 2's club. Winter rules, placing everywhere and rake & place in bunkers.
 
Note; The course cannot guarantee buggies on the day, we will endeavor to let you know as soon as we can, Friday/Saturday morning.
https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
See the location here: https://goo.gl/maps/5wA9hufaP6qVzNNX7
 
Can we ask all golfers to be mindful of the pace of play. If you lose sight of the golfers ahead of you, please make a conscious effort to catch up with them. 
 
The kitchen is open at 11:00am if you are looking for some grub.
 
Presentation to take place in Hennessy's lounge at 8.30 pm on Sunday the 26th March
 
Please Note:
We will also be collecting membership fees of €50.00 on the day and entries to both match-play competitions.
€5.00 for singles & €10.00 per team.
 
We look forward to seeing you all there.
 
Best regards
BGS

2023 February Newsletter

FEBRUARY 2023
 
We would like to wish you all a happy, safe, and healthy New Year.
The A.G.M. of Blessington Golf Society was held on Monday 28th November in Hennessy’s Lounge. All the outgoing Officers and Committee members were thanked by the Captain Derek Reid for their hard work and commitment during the year.
 
           
Officers for 2023        
Committee for 2023

 
President:           Pat Nolan
Captain:           Robbie Keogh
Vice-Captain:     Dennis Morris
Secretary:         Paul Finnerty
Treasurer:           Seamus Breen
H/Cap Sec:         Vincent Moran
Ex-Officio:       Derek Reid
 
Kieran Malone
John Finnegan
John Molloy
Gary Hull
Jerry Lambe

 
CAPTAIN’S DRIVE-IN:
 
The Captain Robbie Keogh Drive-In will take place in Corrstown G.C. on Saturday 11th March. Please attend and support what is an important part of our annual calendar and for the incoming Captain.
 
This year’s outings are as follows:
Saturday March 11th = Corrstown Golf Club (Captain’s Drive-In)
Sunday April 15th = Rathfarnham Golf Club (Jim O’Toole Memorial Cup)
Friday April 28th = Cobh Golf Club (Harry’s Game)
Saturday April 29th = Weekend Away Round 1 Fota Island Deerpark Course
Sunday April 30th = Weekend Away Round 2 Fota Island Barryscourt Course
Saturday 10th June = Arklow Golf Club
Saturday 15th July = Carlow Golf Club (Presidents Day Pat Nolan)
Saturday 12th August = Tulfarris Golf Club (Captains Day)
Saturday 9th September = Baltinglass Golf Club (Frank O’Neill Perpetual Trophy)
Saturday 7th October = Kilcock Golf Club (Heineken Cup)
Saturday 11th November = Blessington Lakes Golf Club (Christmas Scramble)
 
More at: www.blessingtongolf.com.
 
2023 WEEKEND AWAY FOTA ISLAND:
 Like previous years for the weekend away, a subcommittee has been set up with the intentions of having a smoothly run few days down in Fota Island Resort. I would like to thank everyone that is going for getting their deposits in so far.
Unfortunately, for us to avail of a major discount from the resort all payments for the weekend away will have to be paid by the end of February. To help us to facilitate your payments, subcommittee members will be in Hennessey’s lounge on the evening of Friday the 17th of February from 8pm to 9pm and can accept your payments then. Many thanks to members who have already paid in full.
 SPONSORSHIP:
The Captain and Committee want to thank all those who sponsored the Society in 2022 and in the past, especially
The O’Toole Family, Paul Finnerty, Rena O’Neill, Ronan Hennessy, Harry Wilson, and Seamus Breen.
It is only through these sponsorships that we can endeavour to try to keep cost of outings and memberships as low as possible and keep a good verity of prizes, so we welcome any sponsorship you can offer.
 MEMBERSHIP:
 The Membership Subscription for 2023 remains at €50 and is now due for payment. If you wish you can forward your subscription to Seamus Breen or pay at any outing. We are still welcoming new members both full and Juvenile.
Once again, if you pay your annual subscription before or at our first outing (Corrstown G.C.), you will be entered into a draw where one lucky member will win the value of the subscription. Many thanks to those members who have already paid.
 CAPTAIN’S ADDRESS:
 It is a great honor and privilege to be Captain of Blessington Golf Society for 2023. I look forward to playing some holes with as many of you as I can over the next year. Hoping everyone has a wonderful year both on and off the golf course.
I would like to thank last year’s captain Derek on the nomination to be Captain and congratulate him on an outstanding 2022. There were some fantastic courses played. Hopefully, this year’s courses live up to his.
My thanks to all members on committees and sub-committees for all their hard work in organising outings, weekend away, competitions, website and the day to day working of the society, without their hard work nothing would get done.
Kind Regards to all our members in 2023 and stay safe.
 
 
Yours in Golf
Robbie Keogh Capt.BGS

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Christmas Scramble in Blessington Lakes Golf Club Results

​Hi All,
 
Attached are the results from the Christmas Scramble.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html
 
Don't forget our AGM is on 28th November @ 9:30 pm sharp.
(You must be a fully paid-up member to attend.)
 
Regards,
 
BGS Committee

Christmas Scramble in Blessington Lakes Golf Club

Hi All,
 
Find the attached draw for Saturday's Xmas Scramble in Blessington Lakes G.C, sponsored by Wilsons Family Butchers & James Breen Construction .
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
First tee time is now 9.15 am.
 
Use the best drive and 2 to score on 1st to 17th, 3 to score on 18th, and use your own ball on par 3's.
3 Drives from everyone.
Placing everywhere.
 
Presentation in Hennessy's @ 9.00 on Sunday with some finger food.
 
Hope to see you all there.
 
Reminder, This is the last opportunity to book your room for the 2023 weekend away, (only 2 rooms left for the Friday to Sunday nights). 
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Matchplay Competitions 2022

Hi All,
 
The finals of both match-plays were held this weekend in Tulfarris G.C.
 
Both matches were hard fought with Paul Finnerty & Joe O'Toole being the winners over Jerry & Ciaran Lambe in the doubles on Saturday 
and Jerry Lambe returning today to win the singles against Vinny Moran.
 
Well done to the winners & runner-ups, and all who participated in the competition. 
 
Reminder, The next outing is Saturday, November 12th(Xmas Scramble)
 
Regards,
 
The Committee.
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www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/matchplay.html
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​BGS

Heineken Cup In Grange Castle Golf Club Results

Hi All,
 
Find attached the results of the prize winners for the Grange Castle Outing.
 www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html
Well done Kieran Malone on taken overall winner and The Heineken Cup, and to all the winners on the day.
 
The next outing is the Xmas Scramble Saturday, November 12th.
(yep, another golf year is almost over)
 
BGS

Heineken Cup In Grange Castle Golf Club

Hi All,
 
Find attached the draw for Grange Castle Golf Course.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
As far as we are aware only tea and coffee are available.
Presentation Sunday night at 9.00 pm in Hennessy's Lounge
 
Reminder, we will be collecting deposits for the 2023 weekend away.
 
Hope to see you all on Saturday🏌

Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy Baltinglass Golf Club Results

Hi all,
 
Attached are the results for Saturday's golf outing in Baltinglass (Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy).
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html
 
A great day was had by all with the weather gods shining on us again. Presentation was held in Hennessey's that night. Rena and BGS would like to thank everyone for participating and making the day so enjoyable. 
Congratulations to Stephen and Bernie for winning the overall prizes and to all the winners on the day.
 
Next outing is the Heineken Cup in Grange Castle Golf Club on Saturday the 8th of October. 
Reminder, deposits for weekend away can be given to any committee member asap.
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Regards
BGS

Frank O'Neill Trophy 

Hi All,
 
Find attached the timesheet for the Frank O'Neill Trophy in Baltinglass G.C.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html

Green fees are €30 including prizes and 2's clubs.
With large numbers attending can we ask all golfers to be there half an hour before tee time.
We will also be taking deposits for the 2023 weekend away as well(€200pp).
 
Food is available in the clubhouse.
 
Presentation in Hennessy's Lounge that night at 9.30.

Captains Day Results In Tulfarris

Hi all,

Attached are the results of Captain Derek Reid's day held in Tulfarris Golf Club. 
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html

A great day was held by everyone on  one of the hottest days of the year. 
Derek would like to thank everyone for attending the golf and the dinner presentation afterwards.

Congratulations to Denis Morris for winning the men's overall prize and to Eilish Lawlor for winning the women's prize.
​Well done to all the winners on the day.

The next outing is the Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy on the 17th of September in Baltinglass.
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Captains Day In Tulfarris

Hi All,
 
Find the attached draw for Derek Reid's Captain's Prize  in Tulfarris G.C.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
It looks like being a very warm day, so be prepared with your suncream, cold water and hat.
 
We have a large number to get out, so we would appreciate it if you can turn up well ahead of time.
 
The Captain's Dinner will be held in the Beach Room with orders being taken at 6:30 pm followed by the presentation of Presidents and Captain's prizes.
 
Looking forward to seeing you all there.

Regards
Derek

Presidents Day in Woodenbridge

Hi All,

We had a great turnout for the president's prize in Woodenbridge. Held on a magnificent course on the best day of the year so far.
Many thanks to all for supporting the outing, I hope you all enjoyed yourselves as much as I did.
 
Please find attached, the result sheet and the golfer of the year leaderboard.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html
Congratulations to our winner John Finnegan with a great score of 36 points, (look out John the handicapper is waiting in the wings for you).
Congratulations also to Evelyn Donnelly on winning the ladies' prize.
 
Overall and class winners will be presented their prizes at the captain's dinner.
In the meantime, I will arrange to get the remaining prizes to the winners in order to facilitate a practical prize-giving ceremony on Captain's night.
 
Our next outing is Captain's day in Tulfarris on Saturday, August 13th. I would like to wish Derek the best of luck with his day. Hopefully, the weather will smile on us again. 
Look forward to seeing you all there.
 
Thanks again for your support.
 
Vincent

Presidents Day in Woodenbridge

We look forward to seeing you on Sunday at Woodenbridge golf club. 
 
Our president's day has conflicted with the Tulfarris captain's qualifier for the men, Tulfarris ladies' final day and some small matter to be decided in Croke Park. I am delighted to confirm that even with these other distractions our time sheet is over-subscribed for Sunday, however, we will get everyone out. Thank you very much for your support !!
 
Attached you will find Sunday's timesheet. Please arrive 20 minutes before your allocated T time.
 www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
There are only tea and coffee facilities available in the clubhouse until 12.00. Food will be available thereafter.
The weather forecast is looking very favorable for us and I would like to wish all our players the best of luck.
 
President's prize presentation will take place in conjunction with the captain's presentation in Tulfarris on Saturday, August 13th.
 
Below you will find a link for directions to Woodenbridge G.C.
www.google.ie/maps/place/Woodenbridge+Golf+Club/@52.833064,-6.2339437,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x4867c1b41c540075:0x71eb937fd97f4516!8m2!3d52.8330608!4d-6.231755?hl=en
I hope you all have a great day.
 
Many thanks
Vincent

Macreddin Golf Club Results

Macreddin results attached.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html
Congratulations to all the winners.
​Next outing Sunday 10th July in Woodenbridge (Presidents Day)

Macreddin  Golf Club Timesheet May 2022

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Hi All,
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Find attached the draw for Macredden G.C. on Saturday.
 www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
Please, arrive 20 minutes before your tee time.
No food on-site, bring a packed lunch.😋
 
Presentation Monday night in Hennessy's 9.00.
Hope to see you there ,enjoy.
 
The Committee.


​Jim O'Toole Memorial Cup April 2022

Follow link to see results for Portarlington April 2020
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-resultsgoy.html

Congratulations to men's overall winner Dermot Hennessy and to women's overall winner Eilish Lawlor.
Well done to all in the winner's enclosure.
A great day was had by everyone with 40 or so playing.
 
The next outing after the weekend away is on 4th June in Macreddin G.C.
 
Regards,
 
BGS.


Portarlington Golf Club Timesheet April 2022

Hi All,
 
The Jim O' Toole cup is the prize for our next outing in Portarlington.
 
Kitchen is open at 08.30 am if you looking for breakfast.
 
Please, follow link to see draw for Portarlington G.C. For Saturday 9th April.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
Many thanks to the O'Toole family for their kind sponsorship.
 
We look forward to seeing you all there.
 
Presentation to take place in Hennessys lounge at 9.30 pm.
 
Best regards
BGS

Captains Drive-in Results.

Hi all,
Captains Drive in was held in Coollattin Golf Club on Saturday the 5 th March. A good day was had by all with some nice sunny weather. 
The captain would like to thank everyone for the coming on the day. 
Prizes were handed out in Hennesseys bar on Sunday night. Congratulations goes to Ciaran Lambe for winning the 1st prize in the men's category and to Mary Corrigan who won the women's.
All prize winners are at the following link: www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2022-results.html
Next outing is on Saturday the 9th of April in Portarlington Golf Club.
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***Matchplays are now up on website***

Hi All,
 
Attached draw for Captain Derek Reid's Drive-In in Coollattin G.C. on Saturday.
Please attend 15 minutes before your tee time or be there for the captain's drive.
Also, don't forget match-plays names and teams will be collected and your subs.
The presentation will take place in Hennessy,s on Sunday @ 8.30 pm.
Food is available before and afterwards if you wish to dine.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
 
Best of Luck on the day.
The Committee.​
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Blessington Golf Society would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. 
With some really nice courses to play next year, we look forward to seeing everyone in 2022.

Happy Christmas
Stay Safe
Blessington Golf Society Committee 

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Hi All,

We had a great day in Blessington Lakes G.C. today for our last outing of an unpredictable year. It was great to see all those that were able to make it and the weather was kind to us with just a little bit of light drizzle on one or two holes.
See below scores after being scrutinised by our H/C secretary.

We would like to thank our main sponsors for this outing, Harry Wilson🦃 and Seamus Breen🍾.

Don't forget, the overdue presentation is this Friday night in Hennessy's @ 9.30 pm.

Champagne Scramble Blessington Lakes G.C. October 13th 2021
Scores;
7th Matt Byrne, Ted Plowman, Andy Doran 61 pts
6th Gary Hull, Jim O' Toole, Tom Murray 63 pts
5th Seamus Breen, Joe Kelly, Tom O' Neill 66 pts
4th Sam Ellis, Kieran Malone, John Lunders 67 pts
3rd Paul Finnerty, Mick O' Toole, John Molloy 68 pts
2nd Derek Reid, John Finnegan, Oliver Cooney 70 pts
Winners Vincent Moran, Pat Nolan, Audrey Finnegan 77 pts

Well done to all,

The Committee

Timesheet for the Blessington Lakes Golf outing on the 13th November now attached.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
Can we ask all golfers to arrive 20 minutes before tee of time.

Dates for your Diarys:

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Can all members please take note of the following dates.

​Christmas outing : Blessington Lakes Golf Club, Saturday 13th November 10am

Presentation Night : Hennesseys, Glen Ding Lounge, Friday 19th November 9pm (COVID Certs required)

AGM: Hennesseys Bar, Glen Ding lounge, Monday November 29th at 9am

Heineken Cup October  2021 Results (Athy Golf Club)

The Heineken Cup was held in Athy Golf club on Saturday 9th October 2021. There was a few drizzly showers to start off with but the sun eventually came out for a lovely afternoon.  
It was a tight affair at the top of the leaderboard but congratulations goes out to winner on the day Seamus Breen who goes home with the Heineken Cup for 2021.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2021-results.html

The next day out is the Christmas outing at Blessington Lakes Golf Club on Saturday 13th November.

Heineken Cup October  2021 Timesheet in Athy Golf Club

Timesheet for the Heineken Cup in Athy on the 9th October now attached.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/timesheets.html
Can we ask all golfers to arrive 20 minutes before tee of time.

Hennessy's 100 year Anniversary 

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Hi all,
In May 2021 the Hennessey family ran a golf outing celebrating 100 years trading in Blessington while supporting Cystic Fibrosis in the process.  The Hennessey family along with Blessington Golf Society would like to thank everyone for taking part in this wonderful day and for contributing to Cystic Fibrosis.
Below is a letter that Tom Hennessey received from the Cystic Fibrosis department in Tallaght hospital.

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​Tom ,
​On behalf of the Cystic Fibrosis (CF) department in CHI@Tallaght – I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for you kind donation of 1300 euros following your recent golf fundraising event.
I can assure you this money will be put to good use for patient comforts, vital equipment and for team educational purposes.

​Best wishes,
Gerardine Leen
Clinical Nurse Specialist in CF


Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy

Congratulations to John Sheedy on winning the 2021 Frank O'Neill Perpetual. Well done to all  winners on the day. 
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2021-results.html

Captains Day 2021
Find attached the results of Captain Anthony Murphy Prize outing in Tulfarris G.C.
www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2021-results.html
We hope to be able to have a social event in the near future to present prizes for both Captain's and President's outings.

Well done to all for participating on a very wet day! 
Congratulations to everyone in the winning enclosure, especially overall winner  Paddy Sargent.

The next outing is the Frank O'Neill Perpetual Trophy on the 18th of September in Baltinglass.

Captains Day 2021

Captain Anthony Murphy's Day  will be in Tulfarris G.C. on 14th August with tee times between 10:00 and 12:20.
The cost for the day will be €35.00 including golf & prizes.
Buggies are available if you let us know.
Visitors as always are welcomed.
Unfortunately due to covid restrictions, we are not allowed to hold a "Captain's Dinner" after so we will do a prize giving later in the year.
Captain Anthony has a lovely selection of prizes so I hope you all can come and compete in the event.
Please reply to the email that was sent to you or "Teamer App" with your intentions before Wednesday 11th 8:00 pm.

Hoping to see you all there.

Presidents Day 2021

Matt Byrne's President's Prize in Baltinglass G.C. was held last Saturday the 10th of July.

With the sun out and 38 participating Matt had a great day .
President Matt sends his thanks to all who took part in a great day and sends his congratulations to those in the prizes especially overall winners on the day, men's 1st place Denis Morris and ladies 1st place Francis Lambe.
See all prize winners here : https://www.blessingtongolfsociety.com/2021-results.html

With fingers crossed we hope restrictions will allow us to hold a meal and the presentation of the president and captain prizes after Captain Anthony day in Tulfarris G.C.
This will be on Saturday 14th August in Tulfarris.

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Dear Members,
It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the passing of our dear friend Noel Kelly.
Noel served on our committee both as our Secretary and as our 2014 Captain.
He was a gentleman and great friend to all and he will be sadly missed by everyone.
May he rest in peace.


***IMPORTANT NOTICE: COVID-19 GOLFER GUIDELINES***
We are closely monitoring the COVID-19 outbreak and are following the advice and guidelines being outlined by the Irish Government and the HSE.
We request a stringent enforcement of social distancing whilst playing golf. It is imperative that all golfers adhere to the guidelines and protect themselves.
  • Avoid handshakes, high-fives and other embraces associated with the etiquette of the game.
  • When playing golf, do not remove the pin from the hole, refrain from handling other golfers’ clubs, golf balls and scorecards.
  • Practice social distancing on course.
  • Bunker rakes will also be removed from all bunkers. Please simply smooth over and marks with your foot
  • Wash your hands properly and often with warm water and soap.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve when you cough and sneeze.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
  • When practising use a gloved hand to carry a basket and do not share equipment.
  • Put used tissues into a bin and wash your hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are not well.
  • Follow the travel advice from the Department of Foreign Affairs.
  • Stay at home if you are sick to help stop the spread of whatever infection you may have.
  • Do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth.
  • Do not share objects that touch your mouth – for example, bottles, cups.

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​To All our Blessington Golf Society Members & Ladies,
We are happy to announce that the “Hennessy 100” Golf Tournament will take place on Fri 28th & Sat 29th May 2021 in Tulfarris Golf Club.
This is a Celebration of the Hennessy Family trading in Blessington for 100 Years and we would love to see you all enjoy this event and a great Day’s Golf.
Tee Times are as follows –
Friday 28th May : 4.00pm - 5.00pm
Saturday 29th May : 10.00am - 12.20pm
ENTRY FEE - €30

18 Hole Singles Stableford Event
Due to the limited number of tee times available could you please let us know as soon as possible if you would like to play on the Friday or Saturday by replying to the Teamer Messages you will receive after this e-mail. (Please reply to the specific Teamer for the day you want to play.)
Due to Covid 19 restrictions we would ask all Members to arrive only 15 minutes before your allocated tee time and adhere to all guidelines when within the Tulfarris complex.
Please note that the Hotel is currently closed but there is a Food Truck beside the Clubhouse serving Take Away Drinks & Snacks.
Looking forward to seeing you all there,
Matt, Derek & Christy


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