Last week’s Greensomes competition for the ladies in Castle Hume GC was a qualifier, with the winners going forward to play on the Annesley links in Royal County Down G.C. on August 1. The clear winners were Ursula Donnelly (handicap 12) and Carmel Stephenson (17) with a wonderful 40pts.

Northern Ireland wide

They are certainly looking forward to a day out in Royal County Down GC, meeting up with winners from all other clubs throughout N.Ireland.

On Tuesday, July 12, Lady Captain Kathleen Timoney organised a social outing on the Faldo course of the Lough Erne Resort.

This competition was kindly sponsored by both the Lady Captain and the Resort.

The front nine was won by Sharron Miles with 19pts, (9). She drifted back over the next nine holes and consequently was just pipped out of fourth prize.

Back nine

The back nine was won by Lorraine Bridge (31) with a great 20pts, just beating Julie Blair and Ita McManus by one shot.

In fourth place was Vivienne Bannon (22) with 33pts, and in second place was Lily O’Connell (25) with 35pts.

Lily rallied well after a poor front nine, scoring 21pts over the next nine holes. Gillian Wilson (22) came in second place, playing consistently throughout, and coming in with a great 41pts.

However, just sneaking past her, Máire Newman (17) scored 42pts to secure first place.

Hot streak

After winning Lady Captain’s prize just over a week ago, Máire was in comfortable form on the fairways and played faultless golf. She later said that the golfing gods were with her that day.

After the golf everyone was delighted to retire to The Loughside restaurant for a meal and relaxation. Lady Captain made the presentations and all spoke of the lovely day with golf, frienships and craic.

On Sunday Castle Hume ladies met Newtownstewart GC in the second leg of the Tyrone and Fermanagh Trophy.

Blistering heat

Although playing in blistering heat, the ladies of Castle Hume triumphed on the day and won 4-0. The return leg will be played in Newtownstewart in August.

This week’s competition is the July Summer Series from Monday, July 18 to Sunday, July 24.