Golf Ireland

International Cap for Bryne, Leinster Success for Murphy

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Sara Byrne

Sara Byrne made another jump forward in her golfing journey, the Douglas golfer was named in the Irish team to compete in the European Team Championships in Royal County Down next week.  This is the first senior womens cap for the 19 year old golfer and she was delighted to be named in the team.  “I’m delighted to have been selected on the women’s team” said Sarah after the announcement, “I’m over the moon to get my first senior cap!  It’s really nice that it’s on in Royal County Down, a nice home advantage for the week.  I’m really Continue reading →

O’Brien Claims Munster Seniors

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Munster Seniors winner John O’Brien (Castlemartyr). Picture: Niall O’Shea

John O’Brien bagged one of his most impressive wins to date when he captured the Munster Seniors Amateur Open in Tipperary Golf Club last week.  The Castlemartyr golfer was in fine form, shooting under par on both days to win by a margin of four strokes.  O’Brien shot an opening round 71, his one underpower total was just one shot off the lead. He returned on the second day and shot a hugely impressive 69.  His very steady round comprised of three birdies on 15 pars.

“It was a great week, I played well and drove the ball well” said O’Brien after his win.  “I didn’t miss many fairways and the greens were excellent.  I putted great didn’t make many mistakes.  On the back nine on Wednesday knew I had a chance so avoiding bogeys was all I was trying to do for the Continue reading →