Protect Your Course.
Over the past number of weeks concern has been expressed by a number of members at the number of golfers who do not replace their divots. Replacing divots is no more than good golf etiquette. So we should all think of our fellow golfers and replace our divots. In addition all members are encouraged to take a Divot Bag with them on their golfing round and replace the divot with either the mixture or the actual divot. Divot bags are available on entry to the first tee box and also at the 5th & 12th tee boxes.. Please ensure that you pick up a divot bag and assist with the course maintenance. We can all play a part.
EGM
There was a good turnout at the EGM which was held at Portsalon Golf club on Friday night last. Up for discussion was the inclusion of Life Membership into the membership category. Following a lengthy discussion the members voted not to include the term Life Membership into the constitution.
Course Improvements/Development
Over the past few weeks both members and visitors will have seen the new development at the1st tee box, it is hoped that the new tee box will be completed over the next few weeks. This new look already looks very good. In addition to the 1st the greens staff are also preparing a new tee on the 2nd hole.
Events
On Saturday 23rd February the Portsalon Winter Links event will be staged . Winter Links members are reminded to pre book their tee time. There is an open stableford competition and on Sunday 24th a members competition. On Wednesday 27th Februaryan open stableford competition. . A time sheet is in operation for all competitions contact 0749159459 or go online to portsalongolfclub.com.
Gaeltacht League
The next outing of the Gaeltacht League is away to Nairn/Portnoo on Saturday 2nd March.The Gaeltacht League Captain’s Day wil take place at Cloughaneeley Golf course on Saturday 21st April. The captain of the Gaeltacht League has decided that the Portsalon captains prize will take place at Portsalon thus allowing all who played in this season campaign the opportunity to play.
Results
The winner of the open competition played on Saturday 16th was James Lynch (20) 38 points, runner up Michael Leonard (12) 38 points, Gross: Eamon McDermott (3) 32 points Third: Dessie Ferry (10) 36 points and Visitor: Colin Morrow (21) 34points. The CSS was Members 36 points, Visitors 33 points. On Sunday the winner of the members competition was Martin Blaney (15) 43 points, runner up Sean Kelly (7) 39 points, Gross: Johnny Shields (6) 31 points, Third: Dermot Boyce (21) 37 points. The CSS was 35pts
Local Rule-Stakes and Ropes
All members and visitors are reminded that a local rule is in operation regarding the identified areas surrounding our greens. This is an action taken to protect the areas surrounding the greens.
Placing
Members and visitors should note that six inch placing on all fairways only was is in operation at Portsalon Golf Club.
On Line Booking
Members and visitors to Portsalon Golf Club should note that on line booking is now available for all competitions at Portsalon at the flick of a button go to portsalongolfclub.com