The Munster Seniors were in Castlymartyr on Monday and for the second time this year, over 200 golfers turned up to play in the competition. The course was in excellent condition having hosted several major competitions over the past two weeks and of course the upcoming senior scratch cup on Sunday.
Senior Scratch Cup
Forde Wins Monkstown Senior Scratch Cup
Mark Forde won the Monkstown Senior Scratch Cup in style on Saturday last, the Cork Golf Club member carded a three under par 67 as he won the competition by one shot. It was a 1-2 for Cork as John Hickey was second with a two under par 68. Continue reading
Derek Delivers the Winning Clubs for the Tour Stars
Derek Delivers the Winning Clubs for the Tour Stars
By Niall O’Shea
Many golfers are known for an almost unhealthy obsession with equipment. From drivers to wedges and putters, from shafts to grips, golfers are always interested in the latest developments and technology, anything that will help their game. While the majority of spectators in Fota this week will have their eyes on the course, a few will spend some time on the range watching the golfers and their equipment. The tour trucks will be in Fota too, providing technical assistance, replacement equipment and minor or major adjustments for anyone of the 156 professional golfers needing a last minute fix. With a total of €2m on offer in Continue reading
Gorey wins in Castletroy, Updated GUI Order of Merit
Niall Gorey went one better this week and took the winners spot in Castletroy. After a mixed start to the season the Kildare native took second place in Ballybunion last week and signalled a return to form. He posted two 71’s to finish two under par and five shots clear of the field. Muskerry’s Sean Barry took third spot and Cork’s John Hickey took the gross prize for the 2nd round. Continue reading
CGN Senior Scratch Cup Order of Merit
| Senior Scratch Cup Order of Merit after 6 Events | ||
| Rank | Player | Total |
| 1 | Gary O’Flaherty | 150 |
| 2 | John Hickey | 90 |
| 3 | Barry Anderson | 80 |
| 4 | Rory McNamara | 80 |
| 5 | Keith Crowley | 70 |
| 6 | Sean Barry | 70 |
| 7 | Alan Thomas | 65 |
| 8 | Mark Shanahan | 65 |
| 9 | Eanna Griffin | 50 |
| 10 | Dave O’Donovan | 45 |
| 11 | Alan Moriarty | 40 |
| 12 | Ian O’Flynn | 35 |
| 13 | Pat Murray | 35 |
| 14 | Richard Knightley | 35 |
| 15 | John O’Brien | 30 |
| 16 | Kieran McCarthy | 30 |
| 17 | Niall Gorey | 30 |
| 18 | Ray O’Sullivan | 30 |
| 19 | Jeff Hopkins | 25 |
| 20 | Nick Moore | 25 |
| 21 | Brian Kelleher | 20 |
| 22 | Conor Riordan | 20 |
| 23 | Donie O’Donovan | 20 |
| 24 | Mark Collins | 20 |
| 25 | Pat Power | 20 |
| 26 | Seamus Cronin | 20 |
| 27 | Ronan Twomey | 15 |
| 28 | Shane Whooley | 15 |
| 29 | Cathal Butler | 10 |
| 30 | Christopher Murphy | 10 |
| 31 | Eoin Murphy | 10 |
| 32 | Greg O’Mahony | 10 |
| 33 | Pat Lyons | 10 |
| 34 | Ciaran McKenna | 5 |
| 35 | Cillian Moloney | 5 |
| 36 | Davey Barry | 5 |
| 37 | Derek Byrne | 5 |
| 38 | Gavin Young | 5 |
| 39 | John Reynolds | 5 |
| 40 | Padraig Turner | 5 |
| 41 | Paul McCarthy | 5 |
| 42 | Paul Tobin | 5 |
O’Flaherty wins in Ballybunion
O’Flaherty wins in Ballybunion
By Niall O’Shea
Cork’s Gary O’Flaherty won the Ballybunion Senior Scratch Cup on Saturday, beating a strong field in windy conditions at the famous Kerry course. O’Flaherty has been in fine form over the past three months, he recorded top three finishes in Cork, Lee Valley, Muskerry and Douglas but the win had eluded him until last weekend. Continue reading
Updated Order of Merit
Right folks, the updated CGN Senior Scratch Order of Merit after the fifth event in Cork Golf Club this weekend
Top Ten
| Senior Scratch Order of Merit after 5 Events | ||
| Rank | Player | Total |
| 1 | Gary O’Flaherty | 150 |
| 2 | John Hickey | 90 |
| 3 | Barry Anderson | 80 |
| 4 | Rory McNamara | 80 |
| 5 | Keith Crowley | 70 |
| 6 | Sean Barry | 70 |
| 7 | Alan Thomas | 65 |
| 8 | Mark Shanahan | 65 |
| 9 | Eanna Griffin | 50 |
| 10 | Dave O’Donovan | 45 |
(remember, it’s just a bit of fun – I don’t have a budget for prizes and not enough power for inter-pro places)
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Munster Strokeplay Scores after Rd 2
39 Golfers made the cut which fell at 155
143: Aaron Grant
144: James Fox, John Hickey
145: Jeff Hopkins, Eoghan Murphy
146: Daniel Holland, Richard Knightly, Barry Anderson
147: Pat Murray
148: Dave O Donovan, Mark Shanahan
149: Stephen Walsh, Gary O Flaherty, Brian Kelleher, Marc Nolan
150: Pat Lyons, Rowan Lester, Simon Bryan
151: James O Mahoney, Alan Thomas
152: Cathal Butler, Chris Carroll, Keith Crowley, Shane McGlynn
153: Ronan Twomey, Kieran Lynch, Stephen Healy
154: Niall Gorey, Ian O Flynn, Eanna Griffin, Darragh Coghlan, Emmet Leahy, Colum Kenny
155: Mark Collins, John Greene, Sean Barry, Shane Whooley, Evan Farrell, Ronan Mullarney
Timesheet for Sunday: Continue reading
CGN Senior Scratch Cup Order of Merit
Updated Order of Merit after 4 events:
Top Ten:
| Rank | Player | Total |
| 1 | Gary O’Flaherty | 105 |
| 2 | Rory McNamara | 80 |
| 3 | John Hickey | 65 |
| 4 | Sean Barry | 65 |
| 5 | Alan Thomas | 60 |
| 6 | Mark Shanahan | 55 |
| 7 | Eanna Griffin | 45 |
| 8 | Keith Crowley | 45 |
| 9 | Dave O’Donovan | 35 |
| 10 | Ian O’Flynn | 30 |
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Thomas wins in Douglas Senior Scratch Cup
Thomas wins in Douglas
(Pic coutresy Douglas Pro Shop @douglasProShop)
By Niall O’Shea
Dungarvan’s Alan Thomas put two very impressive rounds together to win the Douglas Senior Scratch Cup on Sunday. Thomas finished at 11 under, a record score at the event. The course was in great condition and the benign conditions on Sunday set the stage for some low scoring. There was a full timesheet for the popular event and the competition was again sponsored by Kieran Canty Financial Services. Continue reading
