The Ladies' Branch of Co Armagh Golf club held their annual Supper Evening on Thursday 25 th January.

The evening was hosted by the new Lady Captain for 2018, Mrs Elizabeth Mawhinney. Elizabeth warmly welcomed the Lady Vice Captain Mrs Moya Brady and the large number of ladies who had made the effort to attend despite the recent poor weather and the prevalence of winter colds and flu.

The evening began with a prosecco reception in the foyer followed by a beautiful buffet supper provided by the catering staff of Seven Hills restaurant. Entertainment on the night was a very enjoyable table quiz organised Elizabeth's daughters Alexandra and Sarah. The quiz along with the Ding Bat section proved an enjoyable challenge. The Vice Lady Captain Moya along with Gail Steed, Fionnaula Quinn, Paula McCrory and Lynne Brown emerged as the winners on the night.

Lady Captain Elizabeth and quizmaster Alexandra

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County Armagh Golf Club's new President, Gerry McCreesh, has spoken of his honour at taking up the position for 2018-19.

Gerry told assembled members and guests at the New Year's Day inauguration ceremony, “This is a very proud day for me and for my family.

“When I came into the clubhouse this evening, I looked up at the board showing the names of all the previous Presidents. When I think of all the things those people have done for this club, I realise I've a lot to live up to. It's a daunting task but one I look forward to."

County Armagh Golf Club's new President, Gerry McCreesh, is presented with his new club blazer by his predecessor, Walter Neville.

McCreesh paid particular tribute to outgoing President, Walter Neville, who undertook the role with such enthusiasm and dignity in 2016-17.

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Immediately on being confirmed as its 2018 Captain, Colm Shannon outlined a positive vision for County Armagh Golf Club during his tenure and beyond.

After smacking his ceremonial drive up the first fairway, Shannon struck an upbeat and progressive tone when addressing a busy clubhouse at a New Year's Day inauguration event that also saw Elizabeth Mawhinney, Gerry McCreesh and Kenny Edgar assume the roles of Lady Captain, President and Vice Captain respectively.

“I feel very honoured that I have been asked to be the club's Captain in the year that we celebrate our 125th anniversary. I hope I can live up to everyone's expectations.”

“I first joined back in the early 70s when I was 11 or 12 and this was a 9-hole course. It was a great club then and, thanks to the efforts of the members and Captains over the years, both men and women, it's still a great club.”

“I went onto Council in 2007 because I wanted to give something back to a club that had served me so well for so long. We have great full-time staff but it's the volunteers, convenors and members of Council who provide the direction and guidance.”

“I really want to continue the tradition of members getting involved in helping out. If there is something you think you can do, just let me or one of the other Council members know. Every bit counts, no matter how small.”

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1st Noel Murtagh 36 points

2nd Jimmy Kelly 33 points (back 6)

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1st P J Quinn 32 points (back 9)

2nd Tom Fox 32 points

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1st John McKinney 33 points

2nd Alex Nesbitt 32 points

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1st Gerard Kelly 31 points

2nd Charlie Johnston 30 points

Prize vouchers can be collected from the Pro Shop

Competitions Committee 2018

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Last Updated: 15 January 2018

Outgoing Lady Captain Mrs Gail Steed presented the Lady Captain for 2018 Mrs Elizabeth Mawhinney with her brooch of office at the Inauguration Ceremony on 1st January. Elizabeth was delighted to see the huge turnout of ladies for the traditional New Years Day breakfast and was particularly impressed by those ladies who had braved the elements to participate in the first nine-hole competition of the year. The winner of the competition on a count back was Sheila Stinson with 18 points just ahead of Siobhan Donnelly. Teresa McVeigh took third place with 17 points.

Paula McCrory explained that although the Spring League is scheduled to begin next Thursday 11 th January its unlikely to happen given the current condition of the course. Elizabeth asked everyone to note that the Ladies Supper is scheduled for Thursday 25 th January.

2018 marks the 125 th year from the establishment of the club in 1893. Elizabeth expressed her best wishes to the new Captain Mr Colm Shannon and President Mr Gerry McCreesh. To conclude proceedings Elizabeth presented the incoming Lady Vice-Captain Mrs Moya Brady with her brooch of office.

Alexandra Mawhinney, John Mawhinney, Lady Captain Elizabeth Mawhinney and Sarah Mawhinney.

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Music by Cunningham and Casey

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Captain's Inauguration with music by Cunningham and Casey.

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Early Christmas present for Anthony Fagan - the winner of the Ladies Branch Trolley Draw.

Lady Captain Gail would like to congratulate Anthony on his win and thank everyone for their support with the draw and take this opportunity to wish everyone a very merry Christmas.

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Last Updated: 24 December 2017

Congratulations to our very own John White, who was elected as Chairman of the Ulster Branch of the GUI at its Annual Delegates Meeting at Shandon Park, Belfast, on 30 November.

This appointment is just reward for John's many years of dedicated service to golfing administration and caps a memorable 2017 in which he also managed Ireland to an historic fourth consecutive Home Internationals title with victory over England at Moortown, Yorkshire, in August.

Good man, John!

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Last Updated: 12 December 2017

On Friday 1 st December the Ladies Branch of Co Armagh Golf Club held their annual dinner in the clubhouse. Lady Captain Gail welcomed everyone to the meal and thanked the ladies choir who started the proceedings with some Christmas carols. A delicious meal was provided by the 7 Hills Restaurant staff. Further entertainment was provided by Sylvia Ashe who sang a customised version of the Boys from the Co Armagh. This was followed by a raffle of prizes provided by the Ladies Committee.

Then it was down to the main business of the evening when the final cups of the season and the Winter League competitions were presented. Ellen Brady was the overall winner of the Winter League with 98 points ahead of Mary Black and Ann Atwell who were joint second with 93 points. 4 th place went to Paula McCrory with 92 points whilst Lily McMullan and Geraldine Rafferty held joint 5 th place with 91 points.

The Silver medal was awarded to Colette McSorley and the Bronze medal to Lynne Brown. Colette also picked up the Silver spoon prize. Ellen Brady recorded the most birdies with an impressive total of 18 beating Helen Forster who had recorded 11 birdies. The biggest handicap reduction was recorded by Jackie Donnelly who went from 32 to 28 in her first season.

The Sinton Cup was won by Phil McKenna with Lily McMullan the runner up. Ellen Brady and Pauline Gingles were the beaten semi-finalists.

The Charlemont Salver was presented by Mrs Greta Forster to the winners Barbara Hamilton and Jacqueline Kelly who had defeated Donna Carolan and Corrina Oliver in a very close final match. Barbara thanked Greta for the beautiful prize and the continued sponsorship of the competition by the Forster family. The sponsored charity for 2017 was the very worthy Air Ambulance Northern Ireland.

A delighted Moya Brady was the winner of the Link Cup beating Theresa Corrigan in the final. Elizabeth Mawhinney and June Humphries were the beaten semi-finalists.

Valerie Gordan was the winner of the Hirsch Cup and Helen Forster the runner up. Valerie explained she was delighted to have won the cup, which is one of the oldest cups in the club, as she had been the runner up thirteen years ago.

Finally, Helen Forster emerged as the golfer of the year with a magnificent 130 points. Ellen Brady was the runner up with 90 points.

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Last Updated: 04 December 2017

1st Rodney Lynas 36 points

2nd John Vernon 35 points (back 9)

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1st P J Quinn 35 points (back 9)

2nd Paddy Digby 35 points (back 9)

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1st Roy Davis 35 points (back 9)

2nd Davy Spratt 35 points

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1st Norman Mallon 35 points

2nd Tony Fagan 34 points (back 9)

Prizes for Christmas Weekend Competitions will be available for collection from 

Competitions Office from Monday 18th December 2017

Competitions Convenor 2017

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Ladies Branch Draw

PowaKaddy Trolley, Golf Bag & Lithium Battery

Tickets available from Bar, Pro Shop & Ladies Committee

Draw to take place on Sunday 17th December

Tickets £10 - ONLY 200 TICKETS AVAILABLE

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Last Updated: 02 December 2017