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2nd September 2010
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19th August 2010
Thanks to Clydebank & District Golf Club
DGU would like to convey their sincere thanks to the Captain and Members of Clydebank & District G.C. for the use of their Clubhouse and Course to hold the Medal Play and Match Play Championships.
Thanks also go to Match Secretary John Bell for all his assistance throughout the week, the Greens Staff for excellent preparation and presentation of the Course and not forgetting the Bar and Catering staff for attending to the needs of Players and Officials alike. It was much appreciated.
19th August 2010
Medal Play Championship 2010
At Clydebank and District Golf Club on Sunday 8th August
 Steven Maxwell receiving the Medal Play Trophy from President Shields |
 Steven receiving the Wylie Trophy on behalf of the Windyhill Team (Davie Shaw, Jim Devaney and himself) |
With sunny intervals, a light breeze and on a well presented Course, 60 players, from 15 Clubs, competed over two rounds at Clydebank & District G.C. for the DGU Medal Play Championship and the County Team Championship for 2010.
Following the final putt being sunk after the two rounds, the verified results were as follows:
Winner of the Medal Play Championship was Steven Maxwell of Windyhill G.C. with an aggregate score of 135.
Runner-up was Colin Peddie of Kirkintilloch G.C. on 137
and Third was Steven Stewart of Clydebank Overtoun G.C. also on 137.
The Winners of the County Team Championship for 2010 were Windyhill G.C. (represented by Steven Maxwell, Dougie Shaw and Jim Devaney) with a score of 280. Runners-up were Kirkintilloch G.C. (represented by Billy Campbell, Colin Peddie and Gordon Gardner) on 281.
Windyhill will now represent the County in the National Final of the Scottish Championships to be held on 26 September at Fortrose & Rosemarkie G.C.
At a short ceremony in the Clubhouse after the results were verified, the County President, Maurice Shields, presented Steven with the Medal Play Championship Trophy and on behalf of his fellow Team members, he accepted the Wylie Trophy as the new County Team Champions.
19th August 2010
Matchplay Championship 2010
At Clydebank and District Golf Club on 9th, 10th, 12th and 13th August
On Monday evening, the 15 Qualifiers, together with the Defending Champion for 2009, Richard Docherty, Bearsden G.C., teed-off in the first round of the Match Play Championship.
Throughout each evening, a high standard of golf was on show and culminated in Craig Checkley, Vale of Leven G.C. and Steven Stewart, Clydebank Overtoun G.C., contesting the Final on Friday 13th.
The match was refereed by County President, Maurice Shields and was watched by supporters from both Clubs, County Officials, one or two neutrals and a dog!. (No guesses who the dog brought along!)
Both players produced some excellent scoring and the game was evenly poised at the turn. However, Steven managed to get his nose in front in the early stages of the back nine and , despite stiff opposition from Craig, he emerged the winner by 3&2.
Afterwards, in the Clubhouse, President Shields thanked the Captain and members of Clydebank & District for hosting both Championships and everyone who had helped to make the Tournament another success, before proceeding to present Steven with the Match Play Trophy.
12th August 2010
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9th August 2010
DGU Championship 2010
The 2010 DGU Championship will be held on 9th / 10th / 12th and 12thof August at Clydebank & District Golf Club.
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6th August 2010
Stroke Play Championship 2010
The DGU Stroke Play Championship 2010 will took place on Sunday 8th August at Clydebank & District Golf Club.
Results and Order of Merit Points
| Position | Name | Club | Score | OOM Points |
| WINNER | S MAXWELL | WINDYHILL | 135 | (120) |
| 2ND | C PEDDIE | KIRKINTILLOCH | 137 (b I h) | (100) |
| 3RD | S STEWART | C’BANK OVERTOUN | 137 | (80) |
| 4TH | C CHECKLEY | VALE OF LEVEN | 140 | (70) |
| 5TH | A BAUER | LENZIE | 141 (b I h) | (60) |
| 6TH | K SMYTH | WINDYHILL | 141 (b last 6) | (50) |
| 7TH | C NELSON | DOUGLAS PARK | 141 (b I h) | (40) |
| 8TH | P GAULT | WESTERWOOD | 141 | (20) |
20th July 2010
County Seniors Championship 2010
The County Seniors Championship will have a new format in 2010 with the event being run in conjunction with the County Autumn Meeting at Douglas Park Golf Club on Sunday 5th September 2010. The competition will take place over 18 holes, under Medal conditions and in accordance with the local rules of Douglas Golf Park Club.
Competitors must be bona-fida members of a Club within the County and be 55 years of age or over on 5th September 2010 and have a CONGU handicap of 18 or less. There will be scratch, handicap and some age group prizes with the player returning the lowest scratch score being awarded a trophy as Dumbartonshire Seniors Champion. The entry fee will be £10-00.
A maximum of 40 places will be reserved for eligible senior players. Eligible senior players can choose either to compete in the Autumn Meeting for a further entry Fee of £10-00.
Alan Harris - Interim DGU Secretary
19th July 2010
Boys Match Play 2010
The Final of the Boys Match Play Championship was played on Friday 16th July at Windyhill G.C., in cool, windy conditions and was contested by George Duncan, from Windyhill G.C. and Ewen Ferguson of Bearsden G.C.
In the early exchanges, Ewan managed to gain a two hole advantage, before George pegged him back to all square at the turn. However, Ewen got his nose in front again and ran out the Winner by 3&2. Well done Ewen.
 George and Ewen |
 The Boys with Neil Morrison, Vice-President of DGU, who refereed the Final. |
 Ewen with the Trophy |
19th July 2010
Thanks to Windyhill G.C.
The DGU would like to convey their sincere thanks to the Captain and Members of Windyhill, for allowing us the use of their Clubhouse and Course to hold the 2010 Boys Stroke Play and Match Play events.
Our thanks are also extended to the Greens Staff, for excellent playing conditions and the Bar and Catering Staff for providing welcome Hospitality throughout both Tournaments.
14th July 2010
2010 DGU Boys Match Play Championship
The 2010 DGU Boys Match Play Championship will be held on 12th / 13th / 15th and 16th July at Windyhill Golf Club.
13th July 2010
Dumbartonshire Boys Team
West Area Boys League Match played at Clober Golf Club on Sunday 11th July 2010.
Result: Dumbartonshire 4 Stirlingshire 4
The following boys represented the County: Liam Chambers, Liam Halliday, Ewen Ferguson, Gary Meechan, Gavin Rodger, Craig Chalmers, James Wilson and George Duncan.
13th July 2010
Scottish Boys u16 Championship
Congratulations to the Dumbartonshire Boys who played in the recent Boys Under 16 championship at Auchterarder. We particularly commend CAMERON FARRELL, Cardross who who followed up his recent success in winning the Dumbartonshire Boys title at Windyhill Golf Club with a creditable 11th, CRAIG CHALMERS, Lenzie (17th) and ANGUS CARRICK, Douglas Park (26th).
13th July 2010
Scottish Boys u14 Championship
Following on from a fine under 16 tournament, EWEN FERGUSON, Bearsden came an excellent 3rd in the Scottish under 14 championship. LEWIS REID, Milngavie won the top prize for the best under 12 in the competition.
13th July 2010
DGU Skills Test
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On a wet and windy Balmore Golf Club, 12 boys braved the elements to hone their skills at the annual Skills Test day.
STUART LAVELLE, Dumbarton was the winner with STEWART BOYD, Hayston the runner up.
7th July 2010
Allan Harris is interim secretary for DGU
Allan Harris former President of DGU has been appointed interim secretary for Dumbartonshire Golf Union with immediate effect. All communication should be sent to Allan at secretary@dgu.org.uk
5th July 2010
2010 DGU Boys Match Play Championship
The 2010 DGU Boys Match Play Championship will be held on 12th / 13th / 15th and 16th July at Windyhill Golf Club.
5th July 2010
Boys Stroke Play Championship 2010
Round 1 of the Championship held at Windyhill G.C. on Thursday 1 July, saw 71 boys from 15 Clubs take part in extremely poor conditions. The boys were playing for 30 places in Round 2 on Friday 2 July.and it is a credit to them that, despite some high scoring and a number of "no returns",they battled the weather to complete their rounds .At the end of the day, Gary Meechan, Dullatur G.C. was the overnight leader with a gross score of 71. C.S.S.for the day was 72.
In much improved conditions on Day 2, but with a stiff wind blowing for much of the time, Cameron Farrell, Cardross G.C., the Champion from 2009, came storming home with a fantastic score of 66, to take the Championship with a two round score of 142, five shots ahead of overnight leader Gary Meechan, with Angus Carrick from Douglas Park, taking third place on 148. Congratulations Cameron!. C.S.S. for round two was 71.
 Cameron Farrell receiving his Trophy from DGU Vice-President, Neil Morrison. |
 Holding on to his well earned Prize. |
30th June 2010
DGU Boys Championship 2010
The 2010 Boys Championship will be held at Windyhill Golf Club on Thursday 1st July 2010.
28th June 2010
Victory for Dumbartonshire Boys Team
Dumbartonshire Boys Team had an excellent away victory against Lanarkshire Golf Association at Mount Ellen GC. The score being 5 - 3.
The following boys represented the County: Liam Chambers, Liam Halliday, Angus Carrick, Gary Meechan, Gavin Rodger, Craig Chalmers, James Wilson and George Duncan.
28th June 2010
Men's Championship 2009
The postponed Final of the Men's Championship was played on Thursday 24 June, when Richard Docherty, Bearsden Golf Club defeated Richard Graham, Hayston Golf Club, 3 & 2.
Our thanks go to Windyhill G.C. and County President, Maurice Shields for refereeing the Match.
23rd June 2010
2009 Matchplay Final
The final of the 2009 matchplay championship will be played at Windyhill Golf Club on Thursday 24th June at 4.45pm. This delayed final will be played between Richard Graham, Hayston and Richard Docherty, Bearsden. Last years final was cancelled due to inclement weather and as both players had to return to their college's in the USA, a delay was inevitable. Anyone who wishes to spectate at the final will be made most welcome at Windyhill Golf Club.
22nd June 2010
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10th June 2010
Alan W. Jones
It is with deep regret that I have to announce the untimely death of Alan Jones, the Secretary / Treasurer of Dumbartonshire Golf Union. Alan had been unwell for a short time and passed away peacefully on Tuesday 8th June 2010.
He was a staunch supporter of DGU and fiercely protective of its position in the wider golf community. He was extremely proud of Dumbartonshire players and their achievements, whether it was winning national titles, or when they represented their country. He was particularly proud of their achievement in reaching The Area Team Championship Finals on a number of occasions.
The catchphrase, 'Premier County' is a tribute to Alan's tenacity in defending DGU in its position within Scottish Golf. Alan had been a 'Father figure' in Dumbartonshire Golf Union circles since 1990 and will be sadly missed by all who knew him.
Maurice Shields, DGU President
1st June 2010
Boys Inter County Team Match
The Boys Inter County Team Match v Ayrshire took place on the 30th May. The result was:
Ayrshire 4 ½ - Dumbartonshire 3 ½
1st June 2010
Alan Jones is Unwell
Alan Jones, Secretary / Treasurer of DGU is unwell at this time. Could all communication from DGU Clubs and members via the website, email and post be directed to the President of DGU, Maurice Shields at the following address:
43 Davies Acre
Kittoch Muir
East Kilbride
G74 5BZ
27th May 2010
Results for Finals Day 2009
The postponed Finals Day 2009 was played on Sunday 23 May at Westerwood G.C. in fine weather conditions.
The results were as follows:
Champion of Champions
Winner - Steven Stewart C'bank Overtoun G.C.
Runner up - Stewart Shaw Kirkintilloch G.C.
Handicap Players Championship
Winner - Thomas Montgomery Balmore G.C.
Runner up - Gary O'Neil Clober G.C.
Inter-Club K/O Competition
Winner - Vale of Leven G.C.
Runners up - Dumbarton G.C.
Boys Inter-Club K/O Competition
Winner - Douglas Park G.C.
Runners up - Bearsden G.C.
12th May 2010
Re-Arranged Finals Day 2009
Sunday 23rd May 2010 at Westerwood G.C.
Starting Times
8.30 Boys I/C K/O 1st Foursomes
Douglas Park V Bearsden
8.38 Boys I/C K/O 2nd Foursomes
Douglas Park V Bearsden
8.45 Boys I/C K/O 1st Singles
Douglas Park V Bearsden
8.53 Boys I/C K/O 2nd Singles
Douglas Park V Bearsden
9.00 Boys I/C K/O 3rd Singles
Douglas Park V Bearsden
9.08 Boys I/C K/O 4th Singles
Douglas Park V Bearsden
9.16 Inter Club K/O 1st Match
Dumbarton V Vale of Leven
9.23 Inter Club K/O 2nd Match
Dumbarton V Vale of Leven
9.31 Inter Club K/O 3rd Match
Dumbarton V Vale of Leven
9.38 Inter Club K/O 4th Match
Dumbarton V Vale of Leven
9.46 H/C Players Championship
Gary O’Neil (Clober G.C.) V Thomas Montgomery (Balmore G.C.)
9.54 Champion of Champions
Steven Stewart (Clydebank Overtoun G.C.) V Stewart Shaw (Kirkintilloch G.C.)
Ronnie Miller - Championship Convener
12th May 2010
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19th April 2010
DGU Spring Meeting Results
The results for the 2010 DGU Spring Meeting are now available to view.
19th April 2010
Thanks to Bearsden G.C.
DGU would like to thank the Captain, Officials and Members of Bearsden G.C. for allowing us the use of their Clubhuose and Course to hold the Spring Meeting on Sunday 11 April. Thanks also to the Greenkeeping and Catering staff in making the day a success.
19th April 2010
STOP PRESS!
Revised date for playing the postponed 2009 Finals Day will now be SUNDAY 23 MAY, 2010 at Weaterwood G.C., with the first Tee-off time being 8.30am.
Championship Convener Ronnie Miller will be posting details of arrangements and Tee-off times to everyone involved as soon as possible. Details of the times will also be posted on the website for anyone who might be interested in coming along to watch and support their favourites.
15th April 2010
Alan W Jones - Hon. Vice President
It is with great pleasure that the Executive announce that Alan W Jones has been honoured for services to Dumbartonshire Golf union with the accolade of HON. VICE PRESIDENT.
Alan has been DGU secretary / treasurer since 1990, one of only 8 that DGU has had. The changing nature of the job is such that Alan has devoted 24/7 to the position over that period making sure that we have remained at the forefront of Golf in Scotland.
He is a Past President of the Union as well as a Past Captain of Lenzie Golf Club, and his commitment to golf administration has ensured that Dumbartonshire Golf Clubs remain well informed and updated in all golfing matters . We wish Alan continued success with the County.
30th March 2010
DGU Prize Giving Dinner 2010
The Annual DGU Prize Giving Dinner was held on Friday 19th March 2010 at Clydebank & District Golf Club.
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19th February 2010
DGU President is new SGU Vice President
President of Dumbartonshire Golf Union, Maurice Shields has been installed as the new 2nd Vice President of the SGU. Following in the footsteps of John Clark and Douglas Dalgliesh, Maurice was nominated and stood unopposed at the recent SGU executive meeting. His nomination was ratified at the SGU AGM in January. We wish him well in this office over the next few years.
“I am absolutely delighted at this honour for myself, my club, Windyhill, and my county Dumbartonshire. Not everyone has the chance to put something back into the game of golf at such a high level and I will grasp the opportunity with both hands. The responsibility will be great but I will approach it with the knowledge that I have the backing and good wishes of all at Windyhill and Dumbartonshire Golf Union.”
19th February 2010
DGU Golf College Graduates 2010
Cameron Bennie Balmore
Ben Callaghan Clydebank & District
Angus Carrick Douglas Park
Blair Crichton Douglas Park
George Duncan Windyhill
Ewan Haddow Balmore
Cameron Kirkwood Bearsden
Scott MacAuley Douglas Park
Jack McKenna Balmore
Lewis Reid Hilton Park
Cameron Farrell Cardross (Most improved player)
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13th January 2010
Annual Fixture List 2010
Below is the DGU Annual Fixture List for 2010.
March 19th
Annual Dinner - Clydebank & District
April 11th
Spring meeting - Bearsden
July 1st & 2nd
Boys Stroke Play - Windyhill
July 12th & 13th
July 15th & 16th
Boys Match Play - Windyhill
August 8th
Stroke Play Championship - Clydebank & District
August 9th & 10th
August 12th & 13th
Match Play Championship - Clydebank & District
September 5th
Autumn Meeting - Douglas Park
September 19th
Texas Scramble - Vale of Leven
October 3rd
Finals Day - Lenzie
November 24th
AGM - Clydebank & District
13th January 2010
Presidents Report 2009
This year like many others reported to you by past Presidents has been busy, exciting, rewarding and above all fulfilling.
Coaching:
The College has gone from strength to strength and witnessed this year the first graduation and presentation of certificates to our 2007 alumni.. In October we inducted our 3rd intake of young aspiring golfers, and we look forward to our second graduation in January 2010. Our model while mirroring that of the SGU, is the envy of many other counties and with Robert Collinson, Billy Hannah and Bob Provan at the helm we have a great team of coaches and mentors.
Website:
Our website was relaunched this year and has proved to be a wonderful asset to the County and you the members. Please continue to use it as you have this year. A copy of the the ‘STATS’ is available and I’m assured that the visits is between 3 and 4 times greater than the previous website.
Championship:
Ronnie Millers committee have done an excellent job this year in sometimes trying circumstances. On a negative note, we have somewhere along the line lost the interest of our senior members and despite their vast numbers they no longer have a competition to call their own.
Boys / Youths and Men’s teams:
All continue to flourish and acquitted themselves admirably against our near and not so near neighbours under the leadership of Graeme Smith and Hugh Semple. I would like to single out the County 6 man team which lost valiantly in the SGU area team championship final at Crail, our first final for 19 years. In particular I would thank our retiring team manager Jimmy Cuthbertson for his splendid leadership and his two willing deputies and fellow selectors Kevin Smyth and Colin Peddie for their invaluable contribution to the team effort.
Secretary/Treasurer/Vice President:
On a very personal note I would like to thank Alan Jones for his solid bookkeeping and personal guidance throughout the year and Neil Morrison for his unswerving loyalty to me and the executive.
Gentlemen I have been very lucky to have a great committee with me this year and look forward to my second year in office with relish knowing that Dumbartonshire is the Premier County in Scotland.
27th October 2009
College Intake 2009
Sunday 25th October saw the inaugural day for our Coaching College intake for 2009 and shows the boys at Balmore Golf Club along with Coaching Convener Bill Hannah and County Coach Bob Collinson.
Boys selected for this year are : - Bradley Kelly (Bearsden), Sam Fizsimmons (Windyhill), Scott Jeen (Milngavie),
Craig Halkett (Kirkintilloch), Colin Cameron (Cardross), Neil McConnachie (Balmore), Adam McLeod (Douglas Park), Christopher Maclean (Clydebank & District), Scott Sutherland (Windyhill), Martin Ryan (Windyhill) and Keiran McHale (Clydebank & District).
27th October 2009
Scottish Seniors Championship
A County Seniors team took part in the above event at Lossiemouth and whilst finishing just outside the medals in 4th place, were certainly voted the best turned out.
The team finished only three shots behind winners North East and in addition Ian Jeen (Milngavie) finished with the equal best indivual round.
7th October 2009
Finals Day 2009
As a result of the Finals Day being cancelled on Sunday, the Executive considered a number of options to complete these games before the end of this month.
However, due to the upcoming "Mid-term" School holidays and possible further inclement weather, it has been decided that, in all fairness and with the best interests of those due to play being of paramount importance, Finals Day 2009 will be held over till early Spring next year.
When a further decision has been reached as to where and when the Finals can be played, everyone concerned will be notified accordingly.
6th October 2009
Dumbartonshire Fail at Final Hurdle
After a very successful Area Team Championship, Dumbartonshire just failed at the final hurdle. Having beaten old rivals Lanarkshire in the semi finals at Crail Golfing Society's Craighead Course there were high hopes of a first victory since 1980 for the youthful Dumbartonshire side.
These however were dashed by a formidable and experienced Renfrewshire team who were anxious to go one better than their defeat in last year's final at the hands of Ayrshire. Renfrewshire adapted to the conditions better than Dumbartonshire and ran out worthy winners of the Trophy.
Back row l to r: Alan Jones (Secy/Tres DGU), Andy Campbell (Dumbarton GC), Paul Betty (Hayston GC), Jim Cuthbertson (Team Manager),
Grant Minnes (Hayston GC), Craig Checkley (Vale of Leven GC), Bob Provan (Past President DGU).
Front row l to r: Kevin Smyth (Windyhill GC), Gordon Yates (Hilton Park GC), Collin Peddie (Kirkintilloch GC), Maurice Shields (President DGU),
Niall Lamont (Balmore GC)
22nd September 2009
Thanks to Helensburgh GC
Dumbartonshire Golf Union take this opportunity to thank the Captain and Members of Helensburgh GC most sincerely for allowing us the courtesy of the Course and Clubhouse to hold the Texas Scramble on Sunday 20th September.
Our thanks are also due to the Clubhouse Staff, Head Greenkeeper and his Staff for providing a well presented Course and the Club Professional and Staff in helping to make the day a success.
22nd September 2009
Texas Scramble Results
The Texas Scramble was played at Helensburgh GC on Sunday 20th September.
21st September 2009
County Qualify for SGU Inter Area Finals
After a gap of 11 years the county have qualified for the SGU Inter Area Finals to be played at Crail on the weekend of 3rd and 4th October where we will play Lanarkshire in the semi finals.
The team finished unbeaten in their section after a convincing 7 - 2 victory over Glasgow at Cardross on 20th September. The morning foursomes were won by 3 - 0 making the afternoon singles just that little bit easier.
Representing the County were K Smyth (Windyhill), G Yates (Hilton Park), P Betty & G Minnes (Hayston), C Checkley (Vale of Leven), A Campbell (Dumbarton) and C Peddie (Kirkintilloch).
Congratulations to Team Manager Jim Cuthbertson and his team.
14th September 2009
Traffic Alert - Sunday 20th September 2009
Competitors and Officials, who might be considering using the M8 to travel from the Glasgow, Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch areas, to the Inter Area Team Match at Cardross GC or the Autumn Scramble at Helensburgh GC, should note that major roadworks on the Erskine Bridge and the Westbound A82 towards Dumbarton, could result in long delays as far West as Dunglas Roundabout at Bowling, where traffic flow will be controlled by temporary lights at peak periods.
This warning should also be noted by anyone approaching the Dalnottar Interchange from Clydebank, Bearsden etc., who may be affected by the extra traffic coming from the Bridge. To avoid late arrival at the Courses mentioned, you may wish to consider leaving earlier than originally planned.
Thank you in anticipation of your cooperation.
8th September 2009
Thank You to Hayston G.C.
Dumbartonshire Golf Union would like to thank the Captain and Members of Hayston G.C. most sincerely, for affording us the courtesy of the Course and Clubhouse facilities to hold the Autumn Meeting on Sunday 6th September.
Thanks are also due to the Clubhouse Staff, Club Professional and particularly the Greens Staff, who managed to provide excellent playing conditions despite extremely poor weather leading up to the Event.
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1st September 2009
Revised Draws
Click below for the revised draws of the following tournaments:
>> DGU Champion of Champions 2009
>> DGU Handicap Players Championship 2009
>> Men's Inter Club K/O Tournament 2009
17th August 2009
Medal Play and Match Play Championships
Dumbartonshire Golf Union would like to convey their sincere thanks to the Captain, Committee and Members of Cardross G.C. for affording us the courtesy of their Course and Clubhouse to hold the Medal Play and Match Play Championships last week. Thanks are also due to the Greens Staff, Clubhouse Staff and Club Professional, Robert Farrell and his Family for all their assistance throughout the week.
At a short presentation after the Medal Play Championship, President Maurice Shields presented Fraser McKenna with the Trophy for 2009.
The County Team Championship for the Wylie Trophy was also contested as part of the Medal Play event and was won by Bearsden G.C., who will now go forward to represent the County at the Scottish Club Championships to be held at Prestwick St Nicholas G.C. on 27th September.
In the Match Play event, horrendous rain prevailed on Friday, when the Final had to be cancelled by late afternoon. Due to the Finalists requiring to return to America to continue their College studies, the 2009 Championship will be held over till next year.
14th August 2009
Match Play Final Cancelled
The final of the 2009 DGU Matchplay Championship has been cancelled due to the weather.
12th August 2009
Medal Play Championship 2009
The Medal Play Championship for 2009 was held at Cardross G.C. on Sunday 9 August 2009.
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11th August 2009
DGU Matchplay Championship 2009
The 2009 DGU Matchplay Championship is taking place this week at Cardross Golf Club.
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6th August 2009
Revised Draws
Click below for the revised draws of the following tournaments:
>> DGU Champion of Champions 2009
>> DGU Handicap Players Championship 2009
>> Men's Inter Club K/O Tournament 2009
>> Boy's Inter Club K/O Tournament 2009
4th August 2009
SGU Inter Area Championships
The County played the second match against the South of Scotland at Lenzie on Sunday.
After a disappointing morning which resulted in the South taking the foursomes by 2½ matches to ½, the County players responded magnificently in the afternoon winning all six singles for an overall victory by 6½ matches to 2½.
The final match takes place against Glasgow on 20th September at Cardross where a win or draw will see the County through to the national finals for the first time in 11 years.
Represnting the County were Colin Peddie (Kirkintilloch), Fraser McKenna (Balmore), Richard Graham (Hayston),
Gordon Yates (Hilton Park), Paul Betty (Hayston), Stephen Maxwell and Kevin Smyth (both Windyhill).
4th August 2009
West Inter Counties Boys League
The boys team have played two matches recently, drawing 4matches each with Lanarkshire at Esporta Dougalston and defeating Strilingshire at Stirling by 4½ matches to 3½.
The boys have now played four games, winning two and drawing one with only one defeat.
The final match is against league leaders Glasgow at Vale of Leven on 20th September and victory there could yet see the league won.
24th July 2009
Boys Stroke Play and Match Play Championships
Dumbartonshire Golf Union would like to express their sincere thanks to Captain Jimmy Crawford, his Committee and Membership for affording the use of the Course and Clubhouse to hold our Boys Stroke Play and Match Play Championships. Our thanks also go to the Greens staff for excellent playing conditions despite some inclement weather during the Championships and to the Clubhouse staff for their assistance in providing hospitality.
President Maurice Shields was on hand to present Chris McKeown with his trophy for wining the Match Play Championship and with Captain Jimmy Crawford congratulating Chris on his success.
23rd July 2009
DGU Boys Match Play Championship
The 2009 DGU Boys Match Play Championship was held on July 13/14 & 16/17 at Milngavie Golf Club
23rd July 2009
DGU Boys Stroke Play Championship
The top 31 boys from the first day's play took part in a second round of stroke play on Friday 3 July, to determine the Winner of the Boys Stroke Play Championship for 2009.
The ultimate Winner and 2009 Stroke Play Champion was Cameron Farrell of Cardross G.C.with a winning Two round scratch score of 139 (70-69). Cameron is seen receiving his Trophy from Robert Provan, DGU Immediate Past President, in a short ceremony in the Clubhouse of Milngavie G.C.
22nd July 2009
SGU Subscriptions - The Future
We publish below a letter from Douglas Connon, Chairman of Scottish Golf Union, sent to all Clubs in Scotland regarding the above. The Executive of DGU commend the forward thinking of the Union in these difficult financial times and welcome the decision not to charge members with no playing rights from 2011.
This decision which will also be implemented by DGU could have an effect on the County's finances and once we have done our sums will communicate further with you. Finally, it is our belief given the figures shown in the letter for other countries, the SGU are doing a great job in maintaining its subscription levels.
Alan W Jones
Secretary DGU
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3rd July 2009
Website Updates
Due to holiday commitments, the DGU website will not have regular updates for a few weeks.
Normal service will be resumed on the 22nd July.
2nd July 2009
Boys Stroke Play Championship 2009
The 2009 Boys Stroke Play Championship will be held on the 2nd & 3rd of July at Milngavie Golf Club.
29th June 2009
Happy 50th Birthday!
Today is County Coach Bob Collinson's 50th birthday.
All at the DGU would like to wish Bob a happy birthday and hope that he gets well soon.
26th June 2009
The West of Scotland Boys Championship Results
Dumbartonshire Golf Union would like to express their sincere thanks to everyone connected with Balmore Golf Club for allowing us the courtesy of their Course and Clubhouse, to hold the West of Scotland Boys Stroke Play and Match Play Championships.
Played on a very well prepared and presented Course and under great weather conditions, all the Competitors must be given a special "thank you" for their excellent sportsmanship and etiquette throughout the Competitions.
All six Counties were represented when 69 Boys teed -off on Tuesday, in the 36 -hole Stroke Play Championship. After a keenly contested competition, the worthy winner was Colin Robinson of Largs, with a tremendous two-round score of 136. Well done Colin!. Unfortunately, Colin was unable to return on Wednesday to take part in the Match Play event.
Sixteen Boys subsequently qualified for the Match Play Championship, which, after a further two excellent days, resulted in Euan Walker, Kilmarnock Barassie and Patrick McCarron, Windyhill G.C., contesting the Final, with Euan taking the honours.
At a short presentation after the Final, DGU President, Maurice Shields was on hand to present Euan with his well earned prizes. Once again, thanks to everyone for making this three-day festival of golf a tremendous success.
23rd June 2009
The West of Scotland Boys Championship
The West of Scotland Boys Championship takes place on 23rd-25th June at Balmore Golf Club.
18th June 2009
Revised Draws Now Available to view Online
The Revised draw for the following tournaments are available to view by clicking on the links below.
Champion of Champions Championship >>
Handicap Players Championship >>
Inter Club K/O Tournament >>
Boys Inter Club K/O Tournament >>
20th May 2009
West Inter Counties Boys League
The first match in the 2009 League took place at Caldwell GC against Renfrewshire. All games were closely contested with Renfrewshire eventually winning by 5 matches to 3.
Representing the County were G Meechan (Dullatur), C Farrell (Cardross), D Muir (Hayston), A Carrick (Douglas Park), I Stewart (Cardross), R Skivington & D Gallacher (Clydebank & District) and S Thistleton (Hilton Park).
20th May 2009
SGU Inter Area Championship
The County team made the long journey to Lossiemouth to take on a strong North District Team in the first qualifying round of the 2009 Championship.
After sharing the morning foursomes, the team took charge of the match, winning the afternoon singles by 4 matches to 2 giving an overall victory of 5.5 matches to 3.5
Representing the County for this match were K Smyth (Windyhill), R Graham , G Minnes & P Betty (Hayston),
A Campbell (Dumbarton), C Checkley (Vale of Leven) and C Peddie (Kirkintilloch).
6th May 2009
County Seniors Championship
It was with much regret that the Executive took the decision to cancel the above events due to be played on 5th May 2009 at Douglas Park Golf Club as a total of only 30 entries had been received.
This event has struggled somewhat for numbers over recent years despite changes of day, format and careful selection of courses. The introduction of a Team Championship in 2008 brought a welcome increase in the field to over 100 which makes this year's entry all the more disappointing.
In an effort to assist the Executive in reaching a decision on the future of these events, we would like to hear from our senior members and any comments or suggestions would be most welcome.
Please contact our Secretay, Alan Jones, at secretary@dgu.org.uk
15th April 2009
DGU Spring Meeting Results
The DGU Spring Meeting was played at Kirkintilloch G.C. on Sunday 12th April 2009.
Representatives from 17 clubs took part with the CSS for the day set at 69.
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6th April 2009
Scottish Boys Championship
11 County Boys are taking part in this weeks Scottish Boys Championship at Royal Aberdeen.
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6th April 2009
County Clubs Just Miss Out
Kirkintilloch and Palacerigg narrowly missed out on the Scottish Junior Club of the Year. Both clubs were awarded with a plaque to recognise reaching the final 6. Ranfurly Castle was the winning club.
2nd April 2009
Tournament Draws
We have made the draw for the tournaments listed below, click for the full draw:
• Champion of Champions 2009 - Draw >
• Handicap Players Championship 2009 - Draw >
• Inter Club Knockouts Mens - Draw >
• Inter Club Knockouts Boys - Draw >
24th March 2009
Scottish Golf Card
Calling all golf club members in Scotland…buy the new Scottish Golf Card for just £10
The SGU and SLGA have launched the new Scottish Golf Card, designed to reward members of Scottish golf clubs with great value golf at other courses across Scotland. For just £10 per year, you can receive 50% off the standard green fees* at many courses up and down the country.
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24th March 2009
Scottish Golf Awareness Week
Scottish Golf Awareness Week: 13 - 20 April 2009
The Scottish Golf Awareness Week is a new initiative being launched by the SGU, as part of our ethos to support clubs, to encourage nomadic and lapsed member golfers to join their local golf club. The campaign will kick off the week after the US Masters, seen as the traditional start of the golf season, although we encourage clubs to embrace this throughout the year.
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24th March 2009
County Clubs in Running for Scottish Junior Club of the Year
Kirkintilloch and Palacerigg are in contention with 4 other clubs to be named Scottish Junior Club of the Year. A dinner is being hosted on Friday evening and the winner will be announced. So watch this space...
23rd March 2009
Annual DGU Prize Giving Dinner
The annual DGU Prize Giving Dinner was held on the 20th March at Clydebank & District Golf Club.
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16th March 2009
New DGU Website Goes Live
The DGU website has recently had a makeover. The new and updated website, contains direct links to all member Clubs & Sponsors, regular news updates and event information and results.
It is the intention to further increase and develop the site as the season unfolds.
9th March 2009
1st Coaching College Presentation
The graduates from our first Coaching College were recently presented with their Graduation Certificates.
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4th March 2009
Annual DGU Prize Giving Dinner
The annual DGU Prize Giving Dinner will be held on the 20th March at Clydebank & District Golf Club.
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20th January 2009
2nd Year Coaching College Underway
Year two of the Dumbartonshire’s Coaching College got underway at Balmore Golf Club on Sunday 26th October, 2008 when the most promising youngsters gleaned from talent ID days and the skills test held earlier in the year began their structured coaching sessions under the direction of the County Coach Bob Collinson.
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