Leinster Woman’s Challenge Trophy

The Greystones Challenge team romped home with a convincing win yesterday.
We were fortunate to have home advantage in all 5 matches for our first outing against Hermitage Golf club. As the Hermitage team pulled into the car park, the heavens opened. It was touch and go as to whether the match would go ahead. The course closed for a half hour, but just in the nick of time, as the match was due to start, the course was opened again. As it was proving too difficult to find another suitable date within the time frame we decided to go ahead. The format, which differed from other GUI matches, was in competition form, played over 9 holes,Stableford and qualifying. Best three scorecards out of 5 to count. Despite flooded bunkers and very wet terrain the ladies did us proud. 48 to 32 was more than enough to secure a second round place. Many thanks to Ben for all his help and guidance. Thank you to a very proud Captain Mark (who watched Kathryn tee off with a spectacular first shot into the 1st green) and Vice Captain Janet who were present to see the team off and support.
Team :
Pauline Short Foley. Pamela Fitzgerald. Fiona Tilson. Kathryn McAleer. Aisling Simmonds.
Caddies :
Catriona Shanahan. Stella Purcell. Linda Walsh. Regina Connaughton. Ann Clarke.
Special shout out to our Super Sub Bernie O’Broin who not only was on hand to play if needed but also chief supporter.
Well done to you all.
Managers : Celine Joyce. Deirdre Fitzpatrick. Stella Purcell.