Castlegregory Golf Club

GOODBYE AND THANKS!

I cannot let the opportunity go without recording my thanks and appreciation for the support and encouragement I received from everyone, without exception, during my very enjoyable year as Lady Captain of Castlegregory Golf Club.  My committee were, individually and collectively, second to none, a fact clearly evidenced by the successful and fun-filled year we had.  Thank you to the clubhouse staff, Joan, Patricia and Catriona, for their efficiency, welcoming attitude and patience with me throughout.  Thanks also to the grounds staff, headed by Mike and Joe, for their unfailing good humour and practical help at all times.  To Sean Barry, the men’s club and Management, for the many joint ventures and great co-operation we enjoyed.  To all sponsors, both members and otherwise, who gave freely to allow the club to prosper and develop, we extend our thanks.

It was a year filled with memories for me.  A few stand out: the beautiful summer’s day in February when we drank champagne, toasted the future of the club, and also successfully drove both balls down the centre of the fairway (contrary to Mike Keane’s mistaken belief!). The day in Kilkee when our teams did us so proud and the club turned out in force in the Castlegregory blue to support (we even imagined we saw Joan and Tom hovering overhead in a helicopter!). The dreadful day, weatherwise  in Ballybunion when the Minor ladies gave their all and nearly, nearly pulled it off.  My own Lady Captain’s Day – suffice to say it will stay with me forever. That magical day, two weeks later, when we honoured Joan- the former presidents putting, and that photograph- the standing ovation.  The infamous Event in the Tent and all that went with it.  The two day charity classic where all members came on board and raised 5,500 euro for Recovery Haven (thank you especially to the Anchor Babes who presented us with a sizable cheque raised in the caravan park). The following day when we hosted 40 lady captains and their guests at a friendly and atmosphere filled lunch in the tent. All these memories were made possible by the unique nature of the members of Castlegregory – we are so lucky!

Thank you all so much and the very best of luck to Liz O Carroll, Helen Besseling and their committee as they head into the next chapter of this special club.

Sandra