Boards GS 1st Outing - Portmarnock Links - 22nd February 2020 - 11am

Seve OB · 06-02-2020 7:14pm

slingerz wrote: »

i think this would be a decent idea. have been involved in societies previously so know the heartache involved.if your committed and something stops you from going its only going to be €30/€50 quid gone and you know before you sign up whats involved.

Not easy with a few of us running things and access to bank accounts etc. However if there is enough interest in it, I can look at putting something in place

Golfhead65 · 06-02-2020 8:56pm

Seve OB wrote: »

Not easy with a few of us running things and access to bank accounts etc. However if there is enough interest in it, I can look at putting something in place

I'd be ok pre booking/paying

purdy1984 · 06-02-2020 9:53pm

Ive run the work society for the last 3 years normally 30-35 players and I know the work that goes in. Nothing worse than a lad late or not showing up! It causes unneeded stress to organisers. I normally go out last to settle up with the club before I go out and your the one whos running the tee box never get a warm up etc

Another gripe I have is lads who go and shoot 40 points and don't stick around the 45 mins to hour afterwards for the presentation knowing there getting a prize. We started to dq lads who did that for Capts and Pres days.

Just an idea re prepayments maybe a new PayPal account or Revolut account lads transfer green fee to confirm attendance.

princess poppy · 07-02-2020 12:26am

charlieIRL wrote: »

Are you posting from your phone? Some phone characters are not compatable over multiple devices.

Aha Charlie yes I am, will have to stop smiling so.

I think if the prepay option can be done it would definitely simplify things for those organising on the day.
It’s not really an ideal pre round routine trying to square off names and green fees

doublecross · 07-02-2020 11:17am

benny79 wrote: »

Surely you can understand that? Sure you will find out about it when you're Captain next year ...lol...

If that ever happens expect 8 trips to Tipp. I'll do a round robin of the 2 closes courses to my house.

doublecross · 07-02-2020 11:18am

I'm all for prepaying, but only if it makes life easier for the organisers.

a post punk · 07-02-2020 11:33am

I’ve no problem with prepaying myself whatever is handiest for space coyote! Looking forward to the New Year and the quest for the Ryder Jug begins again...............Will the winter lessons Pay off:/

willabur · 07-02-2020 3:33pm

I'd have no problem paying up front, I'd imagine something like revolut would be a good solution for this

benny79 · 07-02-2020 3:58pm

It was my biggest bug bearer last year as you cant relax and then are running to tee hence why I played crap ..lol.. My excuse anyway. But in fairness we are generally good as no shows are concerned only the odd 1 or 2. Especially for a internet Golf forum. But its the 1 or 2 that messes it up for everyone..

benny79 · 07-02-2020 4:02pm

People know that rules so if they mess up its on them. If they pay the green fee at next outing its no biggie. Its just they say they will and dont.. Not only does this eat into the kitty but could deny someone from playing in reserve on the big courses. Some of the lesser courses are ok with it.

FixdePitchmark · 07-02-2020 4:11pm

considering the transient nature of the society, online payment would be more complex and needing more management than existing system . Unless supported by teamer .

People fairly clear now that no messing, so communication on issue probably gets you there .

people could offer to take turns to be first at club to collect money and get people away rather than falling to one person all the time.

If I can help at any outing let us know.

Golfhead65 · 07-02-2020 5:05pm

benny79 wrote: »

People know that rules so if they mess up its on them. If they pay the green fee at next outing its no biggie. Its just they say they will and dont.. Not only does this eat into the kitty but could deny someone from playing in reserve on the big courses. Some of the lesser courses are ok with it.

Membership fees up front before Portmarnock would be ideal so you don't get lads taking advantage like they will join, get cheap green fee on premium course then not to be seen again till next biggie comes up .Just my rant out of the way..BTW can I pay on the drip..lol

spacecoyote · 07-02-2020 5:38pm

Golfhead65 wrote: »

Membership fees up front before Portmarnock would be ideal so you don't get lads taking advantage like they will join, get cheap green fee on premium course then not to be seen again till next biggie comes up .Just my rant out of the way..BTW can I pay on the drip..lol

Someone else, maybe, you, definitely not! Was going to ask for your green fees for every event up front in Portmarnock

charlieIRL · 08-02-2020 11:57am

As far as I know Teamer can set up payment methods for us.
Anyway, if everyone gets there early enough and pays Space for the event straight away it will take a lot of pressure off him. There’s a nice bit of organising to each event between taking payments, membership, doing cards etc.

FixdePitchmark · 08-02-2020 6:10pm

charlieIRL wrote: »

As far as I know Teamer can set up payment methods for us.
Anyway, if everyone gets there early enough and pays Space for the event straight away it will take a lot of pressure off him. There’s a nice bit of organising to each event between taking payments, membership, doing cards etc.

Maybe teamer is a good idea so.

paulos53 · 08-02-2020 7:03pm

I suspect that Teamer's fees are greater than the money lost due to no shows

Golfgraffix · 08-02-2020 9:23pm

paulos53 wrote: »

I suspect that Teamer's fees are greater than the money lost due to no shows

It’s actually not too bad. 2.9% and 25 cents per transaction

paulos53 · 08-02-2020 9:58pm

Roughly that would work out as 30 Teamer transactions equals 1 green fee.

So it would depend on how often we have to pay out for extra green fees

FixdePitchmark · 08-02-2020 10:29pm

It is beginning to sound like stick to the old paper and pen.

Up to captain at the end of the day , I think it was god to put things out in open.

Just seen a good bit of stress last year for a few people and it wasn't right.

BigChap1759 · 09-02-2020 9:41am

Can I request an early time please?

jarrieta · 09-02-2020 12:58pm

Early time for me too space, my OH is away so I will need to go back home as soon as I finish, so no food for me either

slave1 · 09-02-2020 2:05pm

You need to make time for Model 3 viewings:pac:

jarrieta · 09-02-2020 4:46pm

slave1 wrote: »

You need to make time for Model 3 viewings:pac:

lol, sure, let's try to make it work, I'd say Cathal is also interested, maybe try to play together? Would that work?

Snackbox20 · 09-02-2020 5:21pm

May I be added for food as well please?
Thank you.

spacecoyote · 10-02-2020 12:20pm

Just a quick update for all golfers.

Thanks to our inside man, GolfGraffix, we've managed to secure 2 extra tee slots, which brings our quota up to 44 slots available for the society. So, the tee times now run from 11-12.40.

As things stand, we currently have 45 accepted golfers on Teamer, so only one golfer sitting in the reserve queue. That person is, at the moment, TimGolfer.

As has been mentioned previously, if there are any users with a change in circumstances, can they please update as urgently as possible.

Thanks again to GolfGraffix, and looking forward to seeing all of the extra members out there on the day

**EDIT - UPDATE** Due to a slight circumstance change, Kiith has moved onto the reserve list & TimGolfer now has a slot on the day

Break80 · 10-02-2020 2:38pm

I could take an early slot if possible
Captain.
Long drive home.

Macker1 · 10-02-2020 9:59pm

spacecoyote wrote: »

Just a quick update for all golfers.

Thanks to our inside man, GolfGraffix, we've managed to secure 2 extra tee slots, which brings our quota up to 44 slots available for the society. So, the tee times now run from 11-12.40.

As things stand, we currently have 45 accepted golfers on Teamer, so only one golfer sitting in the reserve queue. That person is, at the moment, TimGolfer.

As has been mentioned previously, if there are any users with a change in circumstances, can they please update as urgently as possible.

Thanks again to GolfGraffix, and looking forward to seeing all of the extra members out there on the day

**EDIT - UPDATE** Due to a slight circumstance change, Kiith has moved onto the reserve list & TimGolfer now has a slot on the day

The prospective of 44 golfers playing on the day......That's a fantastic turnout and its great for the society to kick off the year in such fashion. Some amount of membership monies being paid in on the day I hope.

willabur · 11-02-2020 3:16pm

An early slot would suit me perfect also if possible

spacecoyote · 11-02-2020 5:25pm

Latest update

OffalyMedic has dropped out
Kiith comes back in as no 44
Gmur1894 now in as 1st Reserve
Benny79 - Start your Weather Dances early this year

rossyd2005 · 11-02-2020 11:38pm

Going to bite the bullet and join. Really looking forward to it after hearing good things from a couple of members. I am sending details to Seve OB now for Teamer add.
I am happy to go on the wait list for Portmarknock as i would obviously love to play it. See you all out there!

spacecoyote · 12-02-2020 2:45pm

rossyd2005 wrote: »

Going to bite the bullet and join. Really looking forward to it after hearing good things from a couple of members. I am sending details to Seve OB now for Teamer add.
I am happy to go on the wait list for Portmarknock as i would obviously love to play it. See you all out there!

Cheers Rossyd, and welcome to the society. Once I see you up there on & accepted on Teamer, I'll add you in to the reserve list

RoadRunner · 12-02-2020 6:33pm

I need a late time on the timesheet please captain.

spacecoyote · 13-02-2020 11:04am

Another update

SEORG has dropped out
Gmur1894 comes in as no 44

Will post the timesheet at the weekend/Monday morning at the latest, so if anyone else has a preference get it in ASAP.

And just to re-iterate, if you've had a change in circumstances, please let us know

SEORG · 13-02-2020 12:11pm

Unfortunately too many dates go against me this year....Enjoy your year ahead space...It's a great society playing excellent courses.

ThecHamp26 · 15-02-2020 12:19pm

spacecoyote wrote: »

Just a quick update for all golfers.

Thanks to our inside man, GolfGraffix, we've managed to secure 2 extra tee slots, which brings our quota up to 44 slots available for the society. So, the tee times now run from 11-12.40.

As things stand, we currently have 45 accepted golfers on Teamer, so only one golfer sitting in the reserve queue. That person is, at the moment, TimGolfer.

As has been mentioned previously, if there are any users with a change in circumstances, can they please update as urgently as possible.

Thanks again to GolfGraffix, and looking forward to seeing all of the extra members out there on the day

**EDIT - UPDATE** Due to a slight circumstance change, Kiith has moved onto the reserve list & TimGolfer now has a slot on the day

SORRY SPACE, I have to pull out something has come up

FixdePitchmark · 15-02-2020 2:42pm

I know that you tubers are a love hate thing for golfers. But here is a you tube vlog . Lads very hungover and were blessed with the weather , but maybe worth a watch.

Imagine Golf Ireland paid them to do this. You tube is nuts.

spacecoyote · 17-02-2020 10:55am

Seve OB · 17-02-2020 11:48am

well done and thank you Space, I know it ain't easy trying to juggle and cater for everyone's demands to organise the time sheets

i'll get the cards together at the end and do up the scores, so if someone ahead of me can gather them till i get in it would be great thanks

a post punk · 17-02-2020 2:32pm

Thanks Space,you will have a busy morning!!

woodyg · 17-02-2020 2:42pm

time to start praying to all the weather gods

Seve OB · 17-02-2020 2:45pm

looks like a lot of new blood coming on board which is great to see alongside some of us old stalwarts at this stage!

spacecoyote · 17-02-2020 2:55pm

Just wanted to put up a few pointers early enough for people to have a read beforehand. I know that this will be obvious to some and familiar to most, but no harm to list things up:

There will be a starter on the first tee, please be respectful, and follow their instruction. Be ready at the first tee 10 minutes ahead of your tee time
Take a bag of sand out with you. If you make a divot, don't replace the turf, fill the divot with the sand mix
The Society plays "Ready Golf". This means that you don't need to observe who has the honour on each tee box. If you're ready to hit, get up & do so. It keeps things flowing. Follow a similar approach across the whole course. If you're a yard ahead on the fairway, but you can play & your partner can't, go ahead & play your shot. We're a friendly (but competitive) society, not playing on the PGA Tour.
If in doubt, shout "FORE"
If in doubt, hit a provisional ball off the tee. Better to have a ball out there & not need it rather than hike back to the tee box/original spot
You have 3 minutes to find a lost ball from the time you arrive at the spot you believe it to be. For playing partners, if someone is searching and you're in a position to hit your ball, can you please hit first before helping your partners search. Again, this keeps things flowing
If you've scratched a hole, pick up the ball. Do not continue to play until you've holed out. It slows things down massively. For reference, once you've hit a net double-bogey, that's a scratch
For the "nearest the pin" hole, your first tee shot has to be on the green to be eligible. If you see 1 name on the sheet and they're closer than you, put down your measure, as if someone wins another prize, we will give 2nd closest the prize.
Similarly, for the "Longest Drive" hole, your first drive must be on the Fairway to qualify. If you're a touch short, and there's only one name on the board stick your name & how much further back you were from the leader & you may pick up the prize
Scores will be double-checked on the day, but we'd appreciate if you take your best care to get the points correct on the card you are marking for your partner. If you're not sure what you're doing, ask you're partners for a bit of guidance.
If you have a 2 on any hole, can you mark it clearly & legibly so its easy to track all 2s when the cards are being double-checked.
Finally, and most of all, enjoy yourself

I think I've covered most things, but if anyone has any other points, please feel free to post them

FixdePitchmark · 17-02-2020 4:51pm

woodyg wrote: »

time to start praying to all the weather gods

once Benny says nothing, we should be grand.

willabur · 17-02-2020 6:36pm

looks ideal

https://www.yr.no/place/Ireland/Leinster/Dublin/long.html

FixdePitchmark · 17-02-2020 8:19pm

willabur wrote: »

looks ideal

https://www.yr.no/place/Ireland/Leinster/Dublin/long.html

From a bit of bad experience, this far out with them wind speeds. No point in the long term at this point

Wake up on the day and look out the window

The old way.

Will be very windy and cold. Have under amour on at least.

thelostboys23 · 18-02-2020 11:51am

Have to unfortunately drop out wife sick and off on a cert for rest of the week so best to drop out now rather than closer to event.

Apologies and will hope to get to March event in Royal Curragh.

spacecoyote · 18-02-2020 12:33pm

Snackbox20 · 18-02-2020 12:35pm

Perfect tee time, thanks a million Space.
Like everyone else, will be praying that the weather holds off, might even put out mams child of Prague Friday night ðŸ˜†ðŸ˜†
Did someone mention a practice area at portmarnock, are we allowed use that before playing or do we go to the nearby range?
Can't wait to play now.

gypsy79 · 18-02-2020 12:43pm

Snackbox20 wrote: »

Did someone mention a practice area at portmarnock, are we allowed use that before playing or do we go to the nearby range?
Can't wait to play now.

There is a putting green. Short game practice area with bunkers. Also one or two nets

All available

newindublin · 18-02-2020 5:59pm

Sad to miss this one, but I am still unable to swing a club. I have an appointment with a neurosurgeon tomorrow so here is to hoping he has a treatment plan that will get me back out on the course this year.

Boards GS 1st Outing - Portmarnock Links - 22nd February 2020 - 11am

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