Clubhouse from the 9th fairway on Blue Nine
The design of the clubhouse’s sizeable sheltered gallery area facilitates panoramic views of the three courses, and in particular, the finishing holes
Bridge feature on 9th Hole on Red Nine
A course feature and passageway for the errant golfer challenged by this long and tricky hole.
Ninth Hole on Blue Nine
A straight par five. Straight drive required if you want to hit green in two. Water in front of green needs to be taken into account on approach shots.
Ninth Hole on Red Nine
Dog leg right par four. Ideal tee shot is a fade off the tee. Good drive required if you wish to carry the trees on the right for a more direct line.
Ninth Hole on Yellow Nine
A long Par 5 to finish this nine. It is a similar hole to the sixth. The green is elevated, has multiple tiers and is protected by bunkers on both sides.
Fourth Hole on Yellow Nine
Short par three two bunkers front right and left of green and bunker behind centre of green. Green tilts slightly from back to front.
Second Hole on Yellow Nine
Decent par five. Out of bounds on left and trees all down the right hand side of fairway. Elevated green guarded by two front bunkers.
Seventh Hole on Red Nine
Short drivable par four for the brave. Water on right and out of bounds on left, best play here is to take a mid iron and leave a short approach.
Second Hole on Red Nine
Only par three on this nine. Tee shot over water to a green that slopes from back to front - can be a tricky second shot for players who do not hit the green in regulation.
First Hole on Red Nine
Straight par 4 to start. Accurate drive required as the fairway is lined with mature trees either side. Bunker on left hand side of green.
Sixth Hole on Blue Nine
Short par four, longer hitters are better leaving the driver in the bag here as a water hazard runs across fairway that can come in play. Relatively flat green protected on right by bunker.
Fourth Hole on Blue Nine
Par four with water on the right that will catch any errant tee shots. Accurate tee shot required to set up approach to a tricky green.
Third Hole on Red Nine
Short par four with mature trees either side of fairway. Large three tier green guarded by two bunkers on the right and one on the left.
Seventh Hole on Blue Nine
Longest par three on the course. Raised undulated green protected on right by bunker. Large trees comes into play on tee shot. Par is a good score here.
Eighth Hole on Red Nine
Dog leg left par five. Longer hitters can cut the corner and leave a short or mid iron to green. Most take aim at large tree on fairway and try to land left of that.
Seventh Hole on Red Nine
Short drivable par four for the brave. Water on right and out of bounds on left, best play here is to take a mid iron and leave a short approach.
Sixth Hole on Red Nine
Straight par four, with one of the wider fairways on the course. Trees either side of fairway. Ditch in play off tee for longer hitters.
First Hole on Yellow Nine
Par 3 to start. Two tiered green guarded by front bunker and two bunkers left and right. Don't go long on this hole as out of bounds behind green.
Latest News
Captain's Prize Day
The weather delayed Captains (Dermot Cullen) Final Day was played on 17th July where the weather was good, the course magnificient and the scoring brilliant. Four players had a two round total of 137 and the winner on the day after carding a 66 on the second day was Eugene Lawless with Mark Smithers 2nd, Brian Ennis 3rd and Philip O'Driscoll 4th all on 137.
Lady Captain's Prize Day
Lady Captain Anne Casey’s Prize was won by Kevina Daniels, congratulations.
Cottor Cup
Congratulations to Geoffrey Woodhead this years winner. Thanks to the sponsor Sysco Ltd (Software Solutions)
Senior Cup
The Senior Cup panel of Paul Fagan, Gavin Moynihan, Sean Broe, Damien Hanratty, Pat O'Brien, Harry Bradshaw and Alan Hopkins had a great run at Portmarnock Golf Club on 17/18 July where on Saturday they defeated Westmandstown in the morning with Paul Fagan coming back from 4 down to win on the 19th. Clontarf were the opponents in the afternoon and after a tight match Donabate marched on to meet Rush on Sunday morning. where they won 4-1. Newlands a strong team with some plus 2 handicappers were the opposition in the afternoon and after a well fought match we were defeated 3 1/2 to 1 1/2. The match was tighter than the score reflects as Gavin was defeated by the current East of Ireland Champion on the 18th hole and Pat was 2 up after the 15th. Well done lads and best of look next year.
MIELE All-Ireland
Ladies Interclub Fouball
The MIELE All-Ireland Ladies Interclub Fourball competition commenced for Donabate on Sunday 30th May 2010. Donabate beat Howth and now face Malahide in round two. We wish the team and their Manager, Geraldine Donnelly the very best of luck.
The 4 regional qualifiers (north, south, east and west) are played from March to August, with the regional winners qualifying for the All-Ireland national semi finals and final which will take place in 2010 at Glasson Golf Club on 18-19 September 2010.
Pierce Purcell
Unfortunately Donabate were beaten 3&2 by Hollywood Lakes with the deciding match going to the 19th of the tie match. Hard luck to the team & Managers Tom Murphy and Padraig Looney – fingers crossed for next year!
New Caterers
Donabate is delighted to welcome Matthew and Helena Farrelly as our new caterers. Having just taken over the reins at the end of May, Matthew and Helena and their team are settling in nicely to the clubhouse. On behalf of all our members we would like to welcome them and we look forward to enjoying their tasty delights over the coming years.
Upcoming Events
AA Insurance Ladies Championships
The AA Insurance Ladies Championships are 6 sets of inter-club knock-out matches played in different handicap ranges. Clubs compete within their District and the District Champions compete at National level with the overall winners receiving a Trophy and green pennant.
The 2010 AA Insurance Ladies Championships District Finals will take place at Lucan Golf Club on September 5th. Donabate Golf Club is delighted to then host the National Finals on 23-26th September 2010.
LADIES OPENS IN SEPTEMBER 2010
Opportunity to Play on AA All Ireland Finals Course
Tuesday 7th September 2010
3 Person Team Event
(kindly sponsored by Halligan Insurance)
Timesheet Online - Sunday 22nd Aug at 9.00am
Visitiors €15 Members: €5
Tuesday 14th September 2010
3 Person Team Event
Timesheet Online - Sunday 29th Aug at 9.00am
Visitors €15 Members €5
Thursday 16th September 2010
3 Person Team Event
Timesheet Online - Sunday 29th Aug at 9.00am
Visitors €15 Members €5
BOOK ON LINE - FULL PAYMENT FOR THE ABOVE OPENS WILL BE TAKEN BY CREDIT CARD/LASER CARD FOR NON MEMBERS
Donabate GC Golf Fundraising Classic
Donabate hosted their annual fundraiser golf classic on 16th July 2010. The fundraising day was a fantastic success with 47 teams participating. The weather was kind to all and some excellent scores were had by the winning teams. The ever popular “Yellow Ball” competition also was a great success and proved a topical conversation point over a very tasty dinner and enjoyable entertainment. The Committee and its Chairman Mick Galvin would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to making the day a great one. Thanks to all who entered teams, sponsored tee boxes, purchased numerous raffle tickets and also to all the helpers on the day who manned the check-in station and starter huts, co-ordinated security and catering ensuring a very pleasant day was had by all. Your support is greatly appreciated.
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