2022
A Message from our outgoing Captain Alan Heary
Gentlemen,
It has been a great honour to represent you as Captain of the TABS for the last two years, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the golf and socialising, especially the two memorable Away Weekends .
I have received great support from the members and numerous accolades from many clubs we’ve visited as to the running of our Golf Society for which I can accept no credit for, this is in no small part due to the phenomenal work of Brendan McCabe and Colm Hanley. I would like to also take this opportunity to thank Mark Horgan and Freddie Snowe for their assistance and friendship.
The TABS GS website has become a great resource, many thanks to Pat Reilly for his foresight and input.
I’m looking forward to 2022 with great anticipation with Mark Horgan as our incoming Captain, ably assisted by his Vice-Captain John Purcell and President Freddie Snowe. Three ‘giants’ within our industry.
I know they’ll received the members unwavering support plus the financial backing of our Sponsors which is vital to the Benevolent Fund.
As we come to the end of 2021 may I wish you, your families, and friends all a safe, healthy, and happy New Year.
Alan
It has been a great honour to represent you as Captain of the TABS for the last two years, and I’ve thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the golf and socialising, especially the two memorable Away Weekends .
I have received great support from the members and numerous accolades from many clubs we’ve visited as to the running of our Golf Society for which I can accept no credit for, this is in no small part due to the phenomenal work of Brendan McCabe and Colm Hanley. I would like to also take this opportunity to thank Mark Horgan and Freddie Snowe for their assistance and friendship.
The TABS GS website has become a great resource, many thanks to Pat Reilly for his foresight and input.
I’m looking forward to 2022 with great anticipation with Mark Horgan as our incoming Captain, ably assisted by his Vice-Captain John Purcell and President Freddie Snowe. Three ‘giants’ within our industry.
I know they’ll received the members unwavering support plus the financial backing of our Sponsors which is vital to the Benevolent Fund.
As we come to the end of 2021 may I wish you, your families, and friends all a safe, healthy, and happy New Year.
Alan
2021
Captain's Prize 17th September 2021
AFTER heavy overnight and early-morning rain the raingear was in evidence for Captain’s Day on Friday last at St. Margaret’s Golf & Country Club. But by 2.30pm it had become a balmy Autumn day for the 42 members and guests who enjoyed the superb course, in equally good company.
After golf we all sat together (first time since Lockdown) for an excellent buffet dinner in the Clubhouse.
In summing up, Captain Alan repeated how honoured he was to be Captain of TABS Golf Society, an honour also held by his father Pat in 1984.The Captain thanked the members for their continued participation in the outings at home and the Away Weekends during the past two difficult years.He particularly thanked the Committee for their work in organising the outings.He made special mention, by name, of our sponsors, including GPMI (on the day),Portman Graphics, Realt Papers, Colorman, Graphocolor, Westside Press and Antalis.
RESULTS Here
Gallery Here
Next Outing
Our next outing (the last of 2021) will be President”s Day on Friday October 15. We will be at The Island Golf Club, Donabate, Tee times 11.30 to 13.00 with sit-down dinner together after golf.
After golf we all sat together (first time since Lockdown) for an excellent buffet dinner in the Clubhouse.
In summing up, Captain Alan repeated how honoured he was to be Captain of TABS Golf Society, an honour also held by his father Pat in 1984.The Captain thanked the members for their continued participation in the outings at home and the Away Weekends during the past two difficult years.He particularly thanked the Committee for their work in organising the outings.He made special mention, by name, of our sponsors, including GPMI (on the day),Portman Graphics, Realt Papers, Colorman, Graphocolor, Westside Press and Antalis.
RESULTS Here
Gallery Here
Next Outing
Our next outing (the last of 2021) will be President”s Day on Friday October 15. We will be at The Island Golf Club, Donabate, Tee times 11.30 to 13.00 with sit-down dinner together after golf.
TABS AWAY WEEKEND WATERFORD AUGUST 2021
It was a sizzling weekend in Waterford for the TABS trip to Waterford Castle, Tramore and Faithlegg Golf Clubs. Temperatures in the mid-20’s, superb courses, the usual good company and great craic made for a memorable weekend for the 29 members and guests. Superb prizes were donated by Captain Alan (Print Dynamics), Dave and Declan (Graphocolor) and Martin Joyce (Alltype), Ian and Jason (Portman Graphics) and many others. A special mention must be made for The Munster Bar (friend of member Steven Walshe) for the evening hospitality. Everyone was a winner. Click her for the RESULTS
Captain and Vice-Captain Elect
As is customary, this year’s Vice-Captain Mark Horgan ( Captain 2022) announced his choice for Vice-Captain next year. The nominee, long time member John Purcell, was loudly approved even by the “scousers” in the audience.
Captain’s Day, Friday September 17, St. Margaret’s
Captain and Vice-Captain Elect
As is customary, this year’s Vice-Captain Mark Horgan ( Captain 2022) announced his choice for Vice-Captain next year. The nominee, long time member John Purcell, was loudly approved even by the “scousers” in the audience.
Captain’s Day, Friday September 17, St. Margaret’s
May 2021 NOTES
Twenty eight (28) HARDY members and their guests braved the DAMP!!! conditions at the magnificent Powerscourt Golf Club (East course) last Friday. Despite the weather some very good scores were returned with Luke Downers 45pts off 16 topping the day.
Special thanks to the Irish Print Federation for providing the very welcome goodie bags and prizes for nearest the pin and longest drive.
The next outing is Friday June 25th in Luttrellstown Golf Club
Special thanks to the Irish Print Federation for providing the very welcome goodie bags and prizes for nearest the pin and longest drive.
The next outing is Friday June 25th in Luttrellstown Golf Club
The fixture list for 2021 is now available here FIXTURES
The Weekend away is confirmed for August 26/27/28, Dooleys Hotel Waterford City is booked. Confirmation of the courses that we will play to follow shortly.
The Weekend away is confirmed for August 26/27/28, Dooleys Hotel Waterford City is booked. Confirmation of the courses that we will play to follow shortly.
Happy New Year.
We wish you and your family safety from the virus and a healthy 2021.
Your golf society, like everything else in Ireland, had a strange year in 2020.
But despite lockdown and with due regard to the government health advice we
managed to stay active with four outings and a (shortened) Away Weekend.
So, what for 2021?
- The Annual General Meeting cannot be held due to COVID restrictions.
and
- It is unclear when, and under what rules, the golf courses can re-open.
Our proposals for 2021 are as follows:
- The Captain, President and Committee will remain in office for 2021.
- We will book courses for outings as normal, understanding that changes due
to health advice etc. may have to be made at short notice.
- We continue with the model used last year. i.e. “social golf” for members and
guests, cost to cover greenfee and a small contribution towards prizes.
- Reduced membership fee of €30 .
The plan at present
- No outing in March.
- Following bookings have been made;: April 23 Luttrellstown;
May 21 Beech Park; July 16 Malahide; Sept 17 St. Margaret’s;
October 15 The Island.
- Hopefully we can have another Away Weekend this year. We are looking at
venues in Waterford, Kilkenny and Carlingford. This will be progressed when
the hotels re-open.
We hope (more hope !) you agree with these plans.
Comments/questions/advice always welcome.
Best regards,
Captain Alan, President Freddie, Vice Captain Mark, Brendan, Colm, Declan, Ian,
Joe, Dermot and John.
A Note from the Committee
October 2020 NOTES
Perfect weather and a perfect golf course combined to make the final outing of 2020 a most enjoyable day for the 41 members and guests at Portmarnock Hotel and Golf Links on Friday 16th. For many it was a first time at Portmarnock and a return visit will, hopefully, be on for 2021.
Sixteen prizes were handed out. Click here for the full RESULTS
Sixteen prizes were handed out. Click here for the full RESULTS
September 2020 NOTES
St. Margaret's was the venue for the September outing of TABS Golf Society and 28 members and guests
enjoyed the challenging course that was in spectacular condition. The Club restaurant was open,offering an
excellent menu before and after golf. Social distancing was strictly adhered to.
Next outing is scheduled for Portmarnock Hotel Links on Friday October 16. Details to follow.
enjoyed the challenging course that was in spectacular condition. The Club restaurant was open,offering an
excellent menu before and after golf. Social distancing was strictly adhered to.
Next outing is scheduled for Portmarnock Hotel Links on Friday October 16. Details to follow.
August 2020 NOTES
*********HOLE IN ONE*********
Congratulations to Dermot Downer who had a HOLE IN ONE on the 2nd hole in Rosslare during the TABS away weekend
TABS AWAY WEEKEND WEXFORD AUGUST 2020
Rosslare Golf Club was the venue for this year’s Away Weekend.
The 26 members and guests enjoyed the “new normal” over two days golf at Rosslare, and the hospitality at Clayton Whites Hotel.
In bright sunshine six members and guests enjoyed a game at Bunclody Golf Club on Thursday.
Heavy rain and winds affected the first few teams at the start of the Friday outing but the weather improved and some good scores were returned . The winner, Steven Walsh, was one of the early starters.
Because of the early rain on Friday it was agreed with Captain Alan that we would not have the usual scramble on Saturday, replacing it with a singles stableford competition. The fine weather resulted in an enjoyable game for all with excellent winning results. Best of the day was visitor Leslie Kertez (guest of Steve Morrissey) who returned 40 pts. beating Dermot Downer with a back nine score of 24pts. Dermot had his own special memory with a hole-in-one on the 2nd. It was another most enjoyable weekend for TABS members and guests.
Next outing St. Margaret’s on Friday September 18. Tee at 12.30.
Rosslare Golf Club was the venue for this year’s Away Weekend.
The 26 members and guests enjoyed the “new normal” over two days golf at Rosslare, and the hospitality at Clayton Whites Hotel.
In bright sunshine six members and guests enjoyed a game at Bunclody Golf Club on Thursday.
Heavy rain and winds affected the first few teams at the start of the Friday outing but the weather improved and some good scores were returned . The winner, Steven Walsh, was one of the early starters.
Because of the early rain on Friday it was agreed with Captain Alan that we would not have the usual scramble on Saturday, replacing it with a singles stableford competition. The fine weather resulted in an enjoyable game for all with excellent winning results. Best of the day was visitor Leslie Kertez (guest of Steve Morrissey) who returned 40 pts. beating Dermot Downer with a back nine score of 24pts. Dermot had his own special memory with a hole-in-one on the 2nd. It was another most enjoyable weekend for TABS members and guests.
Next outing St. Margaret’s on Friday September 18. Tee at 12.30.
TABS at Beech Park on Friday 07/08/2020
26 members and guests enjoyed a "bonus" August outing at the manicured Beech Park Golf Club, Rathcoole in glorious sunshine.
Full restaurant facilities before and after the game (within social distancing regulations) added to the enjoyment of the day.
Click here for results RESULTS
Next outing St. Margaret's on Friday September 18.
26 members and guests enjoyed a "bonus" August outing at the manicured Beech Park Golf Club, Rathcoole in glorious sunshine.
Full restaurant facilities before and after the game (within social distancing regulations) added to the enjoyment of the day.
Click here for results RESULTS
Next outing St. Margaret's on Friday September 18.
JULY 2020 NOTES
TABS opened its golfing year at Luttrellstown Castle Golf Resort on Friday July 3.
The 39 golfers gathered for a "Covid Social Golf Day" were greeted by Luttrellstown Captain and TABS member Joe Lynch. A great day was had by all, even those "suffering" from the long wait to get back on course.
Runaway winner on the day was Brian Breheny with a score of 42pts.
Click here for RESULTS
Click here for Photos of the day, Gallery
Next outing is scheduled for August 7, details to follow.
And our Away Weekend to Wexford will be on August 28/29 at Rosslare.
Bookings for the Away Weekend to brendanmccabe10@gmail.com
The 39 golfers gathered for a "Covid Social Golf Day" were greeted by Luttrellstown Captain and TABS member Joe Lynch. A great day was had by all, even those "suffering" from the long wait to get back on course.
Runaway winner on the day was Brian Breheny with a score of 42pts.
Click here for RESULTS
Click here for Photos of the day, Gallery
Next outing is scheduled for August 7, details to follow.
And our Away Weekend to Wexford will be on August 28/29 at Rosslare.
Bookings for the Away Weekend to brendanmccabe10@gmail.com
FIRST SOCIAL OUTING FOR 2020:
Venue: Luttrellstown Castle Resort
Date: Friday July 3
Tee: 11.30am to 1pm
Cost: €45 (including prizes and 2’s)
We will not be able to sit altogether but there will be a chef on duty and a limited menu will be available for anyone who wants to stay after golf.
Venue: Luttrellstown Castle Resort
Date: Friday July 3
Tee: 11.30am to 1pm
Cost: €45 (including prizes and 2’s)
We will not be able to sit altogether but there will be a chef on duty and a limited menu will be available for anyone who wants to stay after golf.
SPECIAL NOTICE
Please check back to the Website for further information on this years outings.
COVID19 may affect future outings
Please check back to the Website for further information on this years outings.
COVID19 may affect future outings
A Message From Our President
With another great golf year over and with 2019 behind us the prospects for the 2020 season are equally as good as 2019. Congratulations to all the winners throughout the 2019 season but particularly the winners of the “Majors” i.e. The Captains, The Vice–Captains and The Presidents Prize and also The Golfer of the Year. Well done everyone.
Captain Declan did us proud, super courses and his memorable weekend at Rosses Point was great fun in spite of the weather. Once again we are privileged to have had a very strong and active Committee to guide the Society and support Declan led by our Hon Sec Brendan and Financial Watchdog/Treasurer Colm and now as Gay would say “our very own little web site” proposed and developed by Pat Reilly.
Looking at the line-up of courses selected by incoming Captain Alan Heary and his Vice-Captain Mark Horgan we are in for another treat in 2020 and I wish them well.
Any society is only as good as its members and we are indeed fortunate to have a very loyal membership that is growing with the infusion of new blood over the last few years. I extend a very warm welcome to our new members; you have joined an exceptional Friendly Society of existing members of TABS.
Personally, and on behalf of our Society, I would like to say a very special “Thank You” to all of our sponsors who not only provided us with such wonderful prizes for every outing but also brought along visitors some of whom have since become members. Thank you guys, your support is invaluable and deeply appreciated by us all.
I have been honoured to have presided over and to have been part of a first class Committee of Ian Murphy, Mick Dowling, Joe Murphy and Pat Reilly; Officers Declan, Alan, Dermot and that “Daring Duo Brendan & Colm.” Thank you all so much and also thank you to our members for your support and friendship.
I wish all our members, our Sponsors, the Committee, our visitors and all your families a Very Happy, Healthy and Peaceful New Year 2020 and good golfing.
Freddie
Captain Declan did us proud, super courses and his memorable weekend at Rosses Point was great fun in spite of the weather. Once again we are privileged to have had a very strong and active Committee to guide the Society and support Declan led by our Hon Sec Brendan and Financial Watchdog/Treasurer Colm and now as Gay would say “our very own little web site” proposed and developed by Pat Reilly.
Looking at the line-up of courses selected by incoming Captain Alan Heary and his Vice-Captain Mark Horgan we are in for another treat in 2020 and I wish them well.
Any society is only as good as its members and we are indeed fortunate to have a very loyal membership that is growing with the infusion of new blood over the last few years. I extend a very warm welcome to our new members; you have joined an exceptional Friendly Society of existing members of TABS.
Personally, and on behalf of our Society, I would like to say a very special “Thank You” to all of our sponsors who not only provided us with such wonderful prizes for every outing but also brought along visitors some of whom have since become members. Thank you guys, your support is invaluable and deeply appreciated by us all.
I have been honoured to have presided over and to have been part of a first class Committee of Ian Murphy, Mick Dowling, Joe Murphy and Pat Reilly; Officers Declan, Alan, Dermot and that “Daring Duo Brendan & Colm.” Thank you all so much and also thank you to our members for your support and friendship.
I wish all our members, our Sponsors, the Committee, our visitors and all your families a Very Happy, Healthy and Peaceful New Year 2020 and good golfing.
Freddie
President
Freddie Snowe |
Captain 2021
Mark Horgan |
Vice-Captain 2021
John Purcell |
Secretary
Brendan Mc Cabe |
