The annual Marie Curie Classic took place on Thursday 26 June, a few weeks later than planned due to the course having been closed on the day it was originally scheduled and, in stark contrast to that day, the weather was glorious. The competition was once again sponsored by Rice's Supermarket, Keady, who have been associated with the charity for many years.
Back L-R: Alexandra Mawhinney, Lily McMullan, Patricia Hughes, Anne Attwell, Bernie Rice and Geraldine Rafferty
Front L-R: Phil Rice, Rice's Supermarket, Lady Captain Moya Brady and Hilary Johnston
Lady Captain, Mrs Moya Brady welcomed everyone to prize giving and extended a special welcome to fellow golfer and sponsor's representative, Phil Rice, Rice's Supermarket, Keady, thanking her for the long and loyal sponsorship.
Phil Rice presented the generous hampers to the prize-winners:
1 st – Aoife Lennon and Hilary Johnston 39 pts
2 nd – Lily McMullan and Alexandra Mawhinney 39 pts
3 rd – Patricia Hughes and Anne Attwell 39 pts
4 th – Bernie Rice and Geraldine Rafferty 38 pts
Rene Calvert won the 9 hole competition with 17 pts, beating Lynne Brown on the countback and the weekly Time for Nine competition was won by Mary Knott, also with 17 pts.
The pairing of Lily McMullan and Alexandra Mawhinney recorded a birdie at the 4 th and Aoife Lennon and Hilary Johnston had a two at the 11 th .