Buncrana Golf Club, Donegal.

McDonnell Takes the Dan Kearney Open
There was a tremendous turnout at Buncrana Golf Club last weekend for the Dan Kearney Hon-Vice President Open Stableford, with members turning out in force to honour one of the club’s most respected and much-loved members. At 93 years of age, Dan Kearney is the club’s oldest serving member, and the excellent turnout was a fitting tribute to the high esteem in which Dan is held by everyone at the club. His long-standing commitment and contribution to Buncrana Golf Club were very much in evidence throughout the weekend.
With challenging weather conditions, including rain and strong winds, combined with some testing pin positions, scoring was always going to be difficult. In fact, only nine players managed to break par over the two days, highlighting just how tough the conditions were.
The overall prize was decided by a three-way break of a tie, with Patrick McDonnell (5) eventually emerging victorious on the strength of his superior back nine. Patrick finished on 40 points, edging out James Harkin (5) and Sammy Moore (20), who also recorded excellent scores of 40 points.
Patrick produced some outstanding golf throughout his round, returning an impressive one-over gross score, a particularly noteworthy performance given the difficult conditions. He will be hoping to carry this excellent run of form into the remainder of the season and possibly to the up coming Winter League. Congratulations to Patrick on a fine victory, and a special word of thanks to Dan Kearney for his continued contribution to Buncrana Golf Club and for providing the occasion for another hugely successful Open competition.
James Harkin claimed the Gross prize with his superb 1 over par gross round of 67, having just missed out on the top prize and Sammy Moore, who also just missed out on the Break of Tie took the Category 3 prize, The Category 2 prize was won by Mateusz Niedzielski with his score of 39pts.
The full results of the Dan Kearney Hon-Vice President Open Singles Stableford played Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th September 2026 are as follows;
Overall/Cat 1 Patrick Mc Donnell (5) 40 pts b.o.t.
Gross James Harkin (5) 67 gross
Category 2 Mateusz Niedzielski (16) 39 pts
Category 3 Sammy Moore (20) 40 pts
Best Day (Sun) Ryan Kearney (5) 35 pts
Back 9 Paul Mc Daid ( 8 ) 20 pts b.o.t

This weekends competition is the annual...
Dan Kearney Hon. Vice President Open Singles Stableford.
Dan is the clubs longest serving member at 93 years young - having joined the club way back around 1950 as a teenager. In recognition of this marvelous feat the club bestowed, on Dan, the title of Hon. Vice President back in 2012. Since then each year we have run the Dan Kearney Hon. Vice Presidents Open in his honor.
As a very prestigious competition, Large crowds are expected over the weekend so book early to avoid disappointment.

Hugo Crumlish Claims Sean McLaughlin Memorial Honours
The competition last weekend was the Sean McLaughlin (Egg) memorial Open Stableford, kindly sponsored by the Excelsior Bar, Buncrana.
Once again, there was a tremendous turnout over the two days and with the excellent playing conditions contributing to some outstanding scoring. Indeed, an impressive 28 players managed to shoot level par or better, highlighting the quality of golf on display throughout the weekend.
The player who had been threatening to produce a big score over the past few weekends was Hugo Crumlish (24) and this time he certainly delivered. Hugo produced a remarkably consistent round, scoring an excellent 21 points on the front nine and another 21 points on the back nine to amass a superb winning total of 42 points. His fine performance was enough to secure the prestigious Sean McLaughlin Memorial title and cap off another highly successful weekend of golf at the club.
The Gross was won once again by the outstanding Christopher McCallion. Christopher playing off (-1) produced another excellent 2 under Par gross round of 64 to take the gross prize.
Tony Griffiths won the Category 1 prize with a superb 40pts and the Category 2 prize was won by Eddie Masterson with his excellent 40pts.
The full results of the Sean McLaughlin Memorial Open Stableford, played on Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th August 2026 are as follows:
Overall/Cat 3 Hugo Crumlish (24) 42 pts
Gross Christopher Mc Callion (-1) 64 gross
Category 1 Tony Griffiths ( 8 ) 40 pts
Category 2 Eddie Masterson (16) 40 pts
Best Day (Sun) Brian Mc Cracken (24) 39 pts b.o.t.
Back 9 Darragh Mc Auley (16) 20 pts

UPCOMING COMPETITION
This weekend we have the Sean McLaughlin "Eggman" Memorial Open Singles Stableford.
Running this Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th August.
BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL.
Any member availing of a Pre-Reserved Tee Time - who is not intending on using this time this weekend, must ensure it is CANCELLED a minimum of 24h before.

The presentation of prizes for Captain's prize took place on Sunday night at the club, as the Captain and President hosted a joint Presentation night.
Lady Captain's prize winner Helen Gallanagh can be seen here receiving her prize from Club Captain Liam Henderson.

The presentation of prizes for Presidents prize took place on Sunday night at the club, as the Captain and President hosted a joint Presentation night.
Mr President Kevin McDermott can be seen here presenting Lady Winner Patricia Doherty with her prize.

The presentation of prizes for Presidents prize took place on Sunday night at the club, as the Captain and President hosted a joint Presentation night.
Mr Kevin McDermott: Club President can be seen here presenting the Winner of President's Prize 2026: Jack Grant with his prize of Membership for 2027.
Congratulations Jack.

Paul Mc Daid Wins Captains Prize 2026
There was a tremendous turnout at Buncrana Golf Club over the weekend for Mr Liam Henderson’s Captain’s Prizes, with a large field taking to the course in what were exceptional conditions. With the course presented in superb shape, everything was in place for a weekend of high-quality golf and the players certainly delivered. The man who emerged from a highly competitive field to claim the coveted first prize was the big-hitting Paul Mc Daid (8 ), who continues to enjoy a superb run of form. Paul produced some of his best golf of the season to return an impressive 41 points, securing the Captain’s Prize after a dramatic four-way count back. It was a fitting reward for McDaid, whose consistency throughout the round saw him hold his nerve when it mattered most and come out on top of an exceptionally close contest.
The Gross Prize went to the in-form Pauric O’Flaherty (0.6), who produced a sensational display of golf. Pauric recorded no fewer than seven birdies and just three bogeys on his way to a tremendous 4 Under Par (62 gross), underlining the quality of golf on show during one of the club’s biggest weekends of the year.
Eoin McNamee claimed the Category 1 prize with his fine return of 38pts. Category 2 went to the clubs steadiest golfer Paul Eccles who was just piped on a BOT with his return of 41pts and missed out on the elusive club major once again and the Category 3 prize went to Eamon Whoriskey after his 41pts also just missed out on the top prize.
With outstanding course conditions, a tremendous turnout and some exceptional scoring, Mr Liam Henderson’s Captain’s Prize weekend proved to be a memorable occasion for all involved.
The full results of the Mr Liam Henderson Captains played Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd August 2026 are as follows:
Overall Winner Paul Mc Daid (8 ) 41 pt BOT
Gross Pauric O’ Flaherty (1) 62 gross
Category 1 Owen Mc Namee (8 ) 38 pts
Category 2 Paul Eccles (17) 41 pts
Category 3 Eamon Whoriskey (24) 41 pts
Best Day (Sun) Leo Sheehy (18) 40 pts
Front 9 John Harkin (29) 25 pts
Back 9 Eddie Masterson (17) 20 pts BOT
Past Captain Ciaran Mc Laughlin (9) 34 pts
Veteran- Over 65 Willie Mc Laughlin (22) 37 pts
Visitor Ciaran Porter (24) 19 pts
Nearest the Pin 9th / 18th Keenan Barrett 4’ 8”
Longest Drive - Christopher Mc Callion

DIVOT EVENING
With the Captains Prize this weekend there will be a Divoting Evening tonight on the course at 7pm.
Any member who can spare an hour, it would be greatly appreciated, as many hands make light work.
Toish has the Divot mix all ready to go.
Meeting at the clubhouse at 6.50pm. Should take less than an hour.
Hope to see you there.

Mr Liam Henderson - Captain's Prize
This weekend we have the clubs Major Competition of the year
Mr Captain's Prize and Club Captain Liam Henderson has a great weekend planned for all.
Tomorrow Thursday 20th the Juvenile Golfers hit the fairways for Mr. Captain's Prize for Juveniles. Sign in at 10am Sharp.
Come Saturday & Sunday we will then have the BIG ONE with Mr. Captain's Prize taking place for the Men.
Tee Times will be at a premium over the weekend, So make sure you all have a time and anytime NOT being used could you all make sure that this is cancelled a minimum of 24h before.
The weekend all ends in style on Sunday night, with the Captain's Liam Henderson and President's Kevin McDermott ; JOINT PRESENTATION upstairs in the clubhouse.
COMMENCING AT 7.30PM
Food Served at 8pm Followed by the Presentations and Music.
EVERYONE IS WELCOME