Francis McCarthy claims Captain's Prize at Cahir Park Golf Club

Don Quill’s Captain's Prize weekend at Cahir Park Golf Club got underway with Vincent O’Brien and John Mitchell as the first group to take to the course.

The live leaderboard on the Club V1 app was a welcome addition this year, along with the leaderboard on display in the clubhouse, which added to the excitement.

After day one, Gavin McLoughlin was leading the way with a 71 nett, setting the pace. With the course in excellent condition and the weather gods favourable, scoring went lower on Saturday.

Club president, Francis McCarthy, and Declan Lonergan jumped to the front of the field, both players shooting 65 nett. Michael Hickey was two back on 67.

Play continued on Sunday with lots of wind, and the lads remained on top. People started to gather after 3pm on Sunday, with the playoff getting underway at 4pm.

Throughout the weekend, the players enjoyed a barbecue on the 10th tee and a meal after play. Many thanks are extended to the bar and restaurant staff, along with the volunteers who helped make this happen and added to the weekend.

A credit to the groundskeepers, the course was well presented.

Don Quill is also grateful to Paul and his staff in the Pro Shop, Kate in the office, the men’s committee and the competitions committee and all who played a part in making it a special weekend.

Once the golf concluded, everyone enjoyed finger food and entertainment in the clubhouse, along with the presentation.

Francis McCarthy was presented with first prize after shooting 65 nett over 18 holes and a total of 114 nett after the playoff, claiming first prize.