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New officers get warm welcome at Fintona

Thursday, 12 January 2012

Fintona Golf Club’s captains in 2012 are Neilly Hagan and Lorna Beattie

AS Fintona Golf Club moves into another season they warmly welcome the new captain, Neilly Hagan, and the new lady captain, Lorna Beattie.
“We wish them all the best and hope they steer the club through another successful year. The incoming presidents are Ignatius Daly and Sinead McGarrity and they are also very welcome in their new roles," said a club spokesperson.
It is a quiet time of year in golfing terms, but the competition secretary and his team are busily putting together a packed calendar of competitions as usual.
“It would be appreciated if members could pay their subscription as soon as possible or sign their direct debit forms. The introductory membership which gives new members a GUI handicap straight off is still available for £280," said a club spokesperson.
The Fintona Pearses are having their big fundraising draw in the golf club this Saturday. There will be an information evening in the club on January 25 for anyone interested in the Fintona cross-community Romanian appeal, in association with the Sunshine Foundation.
The annual golf club dinner dance will be on Saturday, February 4.
Meanwhile, Bridge classes for beginners will be on each Friday evening at 7 30pm, thanks to Bernie McQuaid. The Zumba classes start their Wednesday slot today (Wednesday).
“Please note that the Santa photos should be collected from the office as soon as possible," said the club spokesperson.
Ladies branch
Fintona Golf Club ladies branch recently held their annual meeting and Christmas dinner, which was well attended. The outgoing lady captain, Kitty Loughran, thanked the committee for their commitment and dedication during the year. She praised the secretary, Maura Pat McReynolds, and the treasurer, Bernie McCillen, for their very comprehensive reports and hard work.
Kitty thanked members for their support during her year of office and, in particular, for their donations to charity, which raised over £700.
She said it was a pleasure to have worked with the men's captain, Eugene Fee, and thanked him for involving the ladies in all aspects of the club. She thanked the greenkeepers for their sterling work in keeping the course in immaculate condition all year. She also thanked the bar steward and his staff.
Kitty thanked all the members who represented the club so well in all competitions throughout the year. Finally, she asked the incoming lady captain, Lorna Beattie, to accept her blazer and wished her all the best for 2012.
Following a beautiful dinner provided by Tony and his staff, lady captain Lorna presented prizes to the winners of various competitions.
Winners as follows: Golfer of the Year, Annette O'Hagan; Maureen McElroy matchplay doubles, Mary Hackett and Sylvia McClung; Ecclesville Trophy, Joan Quinn; Winter League, Teresa O'Leary.

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