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27TH JANUARY 2012
DGU College Intake 2010
Congratulations to the boys who were awarded certificates for sucessfully graduating from the Coaching College after their final coaching session on the 17th of January 2012. They are Paul Delaney, Matthew Drummond, Cameron Black, Stuart Lavelle, Adam Gillespie, Stewart Boyd, Drew Coyle and Lewis Reid. The first six of these boys were available to attend on the final night and are shown from left to right in the picture gallery along with, left to right, Neil Morrison, DGU President, Bob Collinson, DGU Coach, Sam Bolton, DGU Coaching Convenor and Bill Hannah, DGU Vice President.
Stewart Boyd was awarded the trophy for the most improved player over the 16 month coaching period. He is shown in the picture gallery receiving his trophy from the DGU President.
Well done boys and best wishes for your golfing future from the DGU.
Sam Bolton, Coaching Convenor
21ST DECEMBER 2011
Best Wishes for 2012 from DGU
Best wishes from the President Neil Morrison and the Office Bearers, Executive and co-opted members of Dumbartonshire Golf Union to all affiliated golf clubs and their members within the Union.
All the best for 2012.
8TH NOVEMBER 2011
Finals Day 2011
The various Finals were played over two days this year, at Kirkintilloch G.C. on Sunday 30 October, on rain-softened underfoot conditions and dry, but overcast skies, the following Finals were contested:
Hayston G.C. defeated Radnor Park G.C. in the Inter Club Knock Out Tournament 19 up.
In the Boys Inter Club Knock Out Tournament, Cardross G.C. defeated Clober G.C.4&1/2 to 1&1/2.
The Handicap Players Championship was won by Stuart Paterson, Hayston G.C. defeating Raymond Au, Dullatur G.C.2&1, while David Wylie, Lenzie G.C., defeated Kevin Scott, Hayston G.C., 1up in the Champion of Champions Championship.
On Sunday 6 November, in lovely Autumnal weather, the Junior Champion of Champions Championship was played between Ewan Ferguson, Bearsden G.C. and Craig Chalmers, Lenzie G.C. with Ewan emerging the winner 2&1.
President Neil Morrison was on hand at both days to present the prizes and thanked everyone for taking part. He also offered his thanks to the Captain and Members of Kirkintilloch, for giving up tee-off times on both days and for the use of their Course and Clubhouse facilities and to the Greens, Bar and Catering staff for helping to make the days a success.
26TH OCTOBER 2011
Finals Day Kirkintilloch G.C.
The Championship Convener would like to remind everyone that Finals Day takes place tihs Sunday, 30 October.
Times for each Final will be as previously published for the original Day. Please note that the clocks will have changed overnight!!
The Boys Champion of Champions Championship has now benn fixed for SUNDAY 6 NOVEMBER at the same venue and will tee-off at 9.00 a.m.. This will be contested by Ewan Ferguson (Bearsden) and Craig Chalmers (Lenzie).
If you are at a "loose end" on either Sunday, why not come along and give your support. You will be most welcome.
25TH OCTOBER 2011
DGU College Intake 2011
Congratulations to the boys who joined the Coaching College on 23/10/11. They are Andrew Webber, Jordan Manuel, James Martin, Claudio Phillips, Aran Sinclair, Ellis Hart, Neil Stewart, James Faulds and Rhys Thomson.
They are shown, from left to right, in a photograph in the picture gallery along with DGU President, Neil Morrison and DGU Coach, Bob Collinson. Robbie Kemsley will join the group on 1/11/11.
Sam Bolton, Coaching Convenor
24TH OCTOBER 2011
Dumbartonshire Golfers make History
QE Team 2011 B.row.R.Law; G.Minnes; D.Wylie; S.Penman;
F.row. G.Stewart; C.Peddie; J.Paton; S.Lindsay
Dumbartonshire golfers made history as they won the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Coronation Schools Trophy at long last.
The competition was established in 1952 and is played between former pupils of schools from all over Great Britain. The format is a six-man team playing three four-somes (off scratch).
Lenzie Academicals achieved their first victory in the 59th tournament, played at Royal Burgess, Edinburgh, with a 2 – 1 victory over four-times previous winners Daniel Stewart’s Melville FP in the final.
The Lenzie Academicals team comprised of Richard Law, David Wylie, Scott Penman, Graeme Stewart & Stephen Lindsay (Lenzie GC); Colin Peddie & Jim Paton (Kirkintilloch GC); Grant Minnes (Hayston GC) and A Young (Crail GC).
24TH OCTOBER 2011
Coaching Talk and Demonstration
A SGU Representative, Mr Steve Paulding, will come to Lenzie Golf Club on Wednesday 9th November 2011 to speak to the boys in the Coaching College about fitness work related to golf.
The talk / demonstration will start at 7.00pm and will last for approximately 2 hours.
Any other DGU Team Members who are interested are welcome to attend.
Sam Bolton - Coaching Convenor
5TH OCTOBER 2011
Finals Day "Washout"
Heavy rain throughout Saturday, continuing into Sunday, forced the cancellation of Finals Day at Kirkintilloch on Sunday 2 October. Having consulted with the Secretary at Kirkintilloch, it has been agreed that Finals Day will now be played on Sunday 30 October.
The Championship Convener will be writing to everyone involved with revised details within the next few days.
27TH SEPTEMBER 2011
Finals Day 2011 - Kirkintilloch Golf Club
The following Finals will take place at Kirkintilloch, on Sunday 2 October:
Inter Club K/O - Hayston v Radnor Park
9.00 a.m. - Game 1
9.08 a.m. - Game 2
9.16 a.m. - Game 3
9.24 a.m. - Game 4
Boys Inter Club K/O - Cardross v Clober
9.31 a.m. - 1st Foursomes
9.39 a.m. - 2nd Foursomes
9.47 a.m. - 1st Singles
9.55 a.m. - 2nd Singles
10.03 a.m.- 3rd Singles
10.11 a.m. - 4th Singles
Handicap Players Championship
10.19 a.m.- S Paterson (Hayston) v R Au (Dullatur)
Champion of Champions
10.27 a.m.- D Wylie (Lenzie) v K Scott (Hayston)
23RD SEPTEMBER 2011
Texas Scramble at Esporta Dougalston G.C.
Sunny intervals and dry conditions prevailed, when 21 Teams took part in the Texas Scramble held at Esporta Dougalston G.C., Milngavie on Sunday 18th September 2011.
Eventual winners of the event were Esporta Team 3 represented by J Calder, S Gilbey. R Rohatgi and P Nolan with a nett score of 58.3.
Second place went to Esporta Team 2 with their score of 58.4, while Third place went to Hilton Park G.C. with a score of 59.2
Fourth were Clober Team 2 with a score of 59.4 (better inward half) over Fifth placed Radnor Park.
DGU would like to thank the Esporta Management, Captain and members at Dougalston, for allowing us the use of the Course and Clubhouse to hold the Scramble. Our thanks also go to the Professional, Greens staff and Clubhouse/Bar staff in helping to make the day a success.
21ST SEPTEMBER 2011
Inter County "A" Team Match
Dumbartonshire vs Stirlingshire at Cardross, 18th September 2011
Dumbartonshire got of to a victorious start in their first match against Stirlingshire.
In a closely fought and sporting contest, Dunbartonshire’s young team got them off to a flying start with the local Club Champion Liam Halliday leading the way and putting the first point on the board. We then lost the next 3 games, but with the strength placed in the middle, we won the next 4 games with 2 of our juniors achieving this, leaving us with only needing half a point to achieve our first win. However Stirlingshire won the next point, leaving the last match to finalise the result, fortunately Mick Eyton the DGU stroke play champion managed this with a birdie at the 16th putting him dormie 2 and with a 2/1 victory give Dunbartonshire their win.
Teams
| DGU | STIR.GU | |
| Liam Halliday; Cardross | won | Hugh Nelson |
| David Curtis, Dullatur | lost | Chris Lawton |
| Eric Gall, Dullatur | lost | Jamie Auchivole |
| John Fowler, Hayston | lost | Mark Hislop |
| Andy Campbell, Dumbarton | won | Ross Kane |
| Cameron Farrell, Cardross | won | David Buchanan |
| Craig Checkley, Vale of Leven | won | Lindsay Blair |
| Angus Carrick, Douglas Park | won | Derek Fish |
| Peter Haggerty, Helensburgh | lost | Stuart McMehen |
| Michael Eyton, Dumbarton | won | Mark Cox |
Next weeks game is away to Glasgow GU, at Pollok GC
20TH SEPTEMBER 2011
Boys Team v Ayrshire at Lenzie GC
The Boys team played their final Match of the Season against Ayrshire at Lenzie GC on Sunday the 11 September. With only 1 point separating the teams, avoiding defeat would give Dumbartonshire the West of Scotland League. In what was a very close Match with a lot of games going down to the final hole, Dumbartonshire achieved their aim of achieving a draw the result being 4 games each. This gave them the title and they remained unbeaten this season. I would like to thank all the Boys this season for their splendid efforts on behalf of the County.
The following boys represented the County. Craig Chalmers, Lenzie; Gavin Roger, Clober; George Duncan, Windyhill; Cameron Farrell, Cardross; Ewen Ferguson and Cameron Kirkwood, Bearsden; Chris McLean, Clydebank and District; Robert Johnstone, Helensburgh.
Hugh Semple
Team Manager
14TH SEPTEMBER 2011
Autumn Meeting - 4th September 2011
The Autumn Meeting was held at Milngavie G.C. when 65 Players representing 12 Clubs took to the Course in dry, sunny conditions. The results were as follows:
Handicap Competition
| Winner | C McKeown Milngavie G.C. | 71 - 6 = 65 (b l 6 ) |
| 2nd | R Colsh Bearsden G.C. | 69 - 4 = 65 (b I h ) |
| 3rd | A Colsh Bearsden G.C. | 69 - 4 = 65 |
| 4th | G Dunn Milngavie G.C. | 69 - 3 = 66 (b I h ) |
| 5th | T Walker Cleddans/Clydeview G.C. | 76 - 10 = 66 |
| 6th | J Murray Milngavie G.C. | 77 - 10 = 67 (b I h ) |
| 7th | J Byrne Milngavie G.C. | 73 -6 = 67 |
| 8th | A Forrest Douglas Park G.C. | 81 - 13 = 68 |
Scratch Competition
| Winner | R Johnston Helensburgh G.C. | 68 |
| 2nd | R Blair Milngavie G.C. | 69 |
| 3rd | P Semple Bearsden G.C. | 71 |
| 4th | C Prior Bearsden G.C. | 74 |
CSS for the day was 68
The DGU would like to thank the Captain and Members for allowing the use of their Course and Clubhouse facilities and to the Greens staff, Bar and Catering staff for helping make the day a success.
30TH AUGUST 2011
Boys Match against Renfrewshire
The Boys Match against Renfrewshire took place last Sunday the 28 August at Old Ranfurly GC Bridge of Weir. On a dry but very blusterly wind conditions Dumbartonshire boys had a great result winning 5 1/2 to 2 1/2.
The following boys represented the County.
Robert Johnstone,Helensburgh; Cameron Kirkwood,Bearsden; Chris McLean, Clydebank and District;James Wilson, Hilton Park; Gavin Roger, Clober;Cameron Farrell, Cardross; George Duncan, Windyhill; Ewen Ferguson, Bearsden.
The Boys team are unbeaten this season and their final Match is at home (Lenzie GC) against Ayrshire on the 11 September at 10:30am.
19TH AUGUST 2011
Medal Play Championship 2011
The Medal Play Championship 2011 was held at Dullatur G.C. on Sunday 7th August.
With heavy overnight rain and a forecast for more prolonged showers throughout the day, it was decided to curtail the Medal Play Championship and the Team Championship from two rounds to one round.
A field of 50 players from 14 Clubs ventured on to the Course and at the end of play, three players had tied on 70. Following a countback, the results were as follows:-
Winner of the Medal Play Championship was Michael Eyton of Dumbarton G.C. (better inward half).
Second was Colin Peddie of Kirkintilloch G.C .(better last three) and Third was Paul Gault of Westerwood G.C..
The Winners of the County Team Championship for 2011 were Dumbarton G.C. (represented by Andrew Campbell, Michael Eyton and Eamon McElroy) with a score of 144. Runners-up were
Kirkintilloch G.C. on 148 and Third were Windyhill G.C. on 149.
Dumbarton will now represent the County in the Scottish Team Club Championship to be held on Sunday 25 September, at Falkirk Tryst G.C.
CSS for the day was 71.
19TH AUGUST 2011
Match Play Championship 2011 at Dullatur G.C.
The Match Play Championship 2011 was held at Dullatur G.C. on Monday 8th, Tuesday 9th, Thursday 11th and Friday 12th August.
On Monday evening, the overhead conditions were much better when 16 Qualifiers teed-off in the first round of the Match Play Championship.
Throughout the week, despite the weather, players continued to show a high standard of golf and culminated in David Curtis from the Host Club contesting the Final with Richard Docherty of Bearsden G.C. on Friday 12 August.
Refereed by County President, Neil Morrison, the Final was watched by supporters of both Players along with County Officials.
Both players continued to show why they had reached the Final, and by the turn, David was 2 up.
Richard won the eleventh and twelfth to make the Match all square, before David restored the lead to one at thirteen but unfortunately conceded three of the last five holes to give Richard the Championship for the second time in three years.
Afterwards in the Clubhouse, President Morrison thanked the Captain and members of Dullatur for hosting both Championships and making everyone feel welcome. Particular thanks went to the Greenkeeping staff for their efforts to keep the Course playable and to everyone else who had helped to make the Championships a success.
President Morrison then proceeded to present Richard with the Match Play Trophy.
15TH AUGUST 2011
Congratulations to Craig Chalmers
Congratulations to Craig Chalmers on winning the Earlsferry Gold Medal (Saturday 13th August 2011) at Elie Golf Link with a fantastic 3 under par total of 137. The photogragh show Craig wearing his county sweater with a replica gold medal as the original can't leave the clubhouse.
25TH JULY 2011
DGU Boys Match versus Stirlingshire
At the rearranged match against Stirlingshire at Callendar GC held on the 24 July the Boys enjoyed excellent weather this time and in a closely fought match run out winners by 4 1/2 points to 3 1/2. the result depending on the outcome of the last match with Ewen Ferguson managing to turn a 2 hole deficit round to win by one hole.
The following boys represented the County:
From left to right. Cameron Kirkwood, Bearsden; George Duncan, Windyhill; Keiran McHale, Clydebank & District; Robert Johnstone, Helensburgh; Chris MacLean, Clydebank & District; Craig Chalmers, Lenzie; Cameron Bennie, Balmore;
Ewen Ferguson, Bearden.
18TH JULY 2011
Boys Match versus Glasgow at Windyhill
In the Boys team match against Glasgow at Windyhill GC on the 17th July the team did exceptionally well. Conditions were extremely difficult and play had to be suspended for an 1 hour due to a sudden and severe rain storm which flooded the greens. Despite this delay the boys went back out and carried on, running out eventual winners by 7 matches to 1.
The following boys repreresented the County:
Cameron Kirkwood & Bradley Kelly, Bearsden GC; Cameron Bennie, Balmore GC;, Kieran McHale, Clydebank & DistrictGC; Calum Smith, Dumbarton GC; Robert Johnstone, Helensburgh GC; Craig Chalmers, Lenzie GC; George Duncan, Windyhill GC.
Many thanks to Windyhill Golf Club for hosting this team Match.
11TH JULY 2011
DGU Boys Match Play Championship
The Final of the 2011 Boys Match Play Championship took place at Clober G.C. on Friday evening, 8th July, when Gavin Roger of the host Club, played Craig Chalmers of Lenzie G.C. The weather was much kinder than on Thursday, when exceptionally heavy rain threatened to swamp everyone and squeegees were the order of the day on the greens.
Refereed by DGU Vice-President, Billy Hannah, the boys showed little sign of nerves as they teed-upon what was surely a tremendous occasion for them.
Gavin soon took an early lead and was comfortably ahead as they reached the turn at the ninth. Off down the tenth, Craig was trying to peg Gavin back, but it was soon all over and Gavin had achieved a memorable “Double” by adding the Match Play Championship to the Medal Play Championship he had won the previous Friday. Well done Gavin!
At the presentation in the Clubhouse afterwards, Gavin received his Trophy from DGU Vice-President, Billy Hannah.
(See photo)
In his speech, Vice-President Hannah, thanked Captain Kenny Hunter, his Committee and Members, for allowing DGU the courtesy of their Course and Clubhouse facilities, which was much appreciated. He also thanked Greenkeeper Davy Fleming and his staff for a well presented Course under difficult weather circumstances. To General Manager and Pro, Gary McFarlane and staff for attentive assistance and to Clubmaster Alex Lawson, the Bar and Catering staff for providing excellent service to Officials and Players throughout both Tournaments.
8TH JULY 2011
DGU Boys Medal Play Championship
On Thursday 30 June, 81 boys from 15 Clubs, took part in the first round of the Championship at Clober G.C., which also included a handicap competition. Played in good weather and on a well presented Course, the boys were attempting to be among the best 30 scratch scores (and those tying for 30th place) to advance to the second round on Friday 1 July.
At close of play, 36 boys with a scratch score of 75 or better qualified for day 2. CSS for day 1 was 65.
Handicap competition results were as follows:
First: J Downie, Clober G.C. - nett 56
Second: J Scott, Vale of Leven G.C. - nett 60
Third: K McHale, C’bank & Dist. G.C. - nett 61
Age Group 14 & under
First: L Reid Milngavie G.C.
Second: N Stewart Balmore G.C.
Age Group 15 - 16
First: C Stewart Vale of Leven G.C.
Second: C Drummond C’bank & Dist. G.C.
Age Group 17 - 18
First: A Hughes Hilton Park G.C.
Second: C Milligan Dullatur G.C.
On Friday, the qualifiers were again blessed with good weather and after the scores had been checked and verified, the 2011 Medal Play Championship results were as follows:
Winner: G Roger, Clober G.C. - 130 (67, 63)
Second: S Fitzsimmons, Windyhill G.C. - 133 (67, 66)
Third: R Johnson, Helensburgh G.C. - 133 (66, 67)
Fourth: L Reid, Milngavie G.C. - 138 (66, 72)
CSS for day 2 was 65
At a short Ceremony in the Clubhouse after the close of play, DGU President, Neil Morrison and Clober Club Captain, Kenny Hunter, were on hand to present the Championship Trophy to our worthy winner, Gavin Roger. (See photo)
5TH JULY 2011
DGU Boys Match Play Championship
The 2011 DGU Boys Match Play Championship will be held on 4th / 5th / 7th and 8th July at Clober Golf Club.
Click here to view the draw >
5TH JULY 2011
West of Scotland Boys Matchplay Championship
Following on from our disappointment at the SGU Boys Area Team Championship which was held recently at Hayston it is extremely pleasing to report that Clober's Gavin Roger won the West of Scotland Boys Match Play Championship held at Drumpelier last week.
Gavin beat Jamie Savage (Cawder) the Stroke play Champion who also picked up the Niagra Cup at the SGU Area Team Championships 4and 3. Well Done Gavin. Other County Players who qualified for the Match Play stages were Craig Chalmers (Lenzie) and George Duncan (Windyhill) who got to the Semi Finals.
24TH JUNE 2011
DGU Boys Medal Play Championship 2011
The 2011 DGU Boys Medal Play Championship will take place at Clober G.C. on Thursday 30th June 2011.
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8TH JUNE 2011
SGU Area Team Championship - Prestwick 2011
Team members Left to Right
Gordon Yates (Hilton Park); Craig Checkley (Vale of Leven); Andy Campbell (Dumbarton); Kevin Smyth (Windyhill); Fraser McKenna (Balmore); Paul Gault (Westerwood).
Unfortunately the team failed to qualify for the last 4 from 16 in what was extreme weather conditions. The one bright light was Paul Gault's 70 over Prestwick which was the best scratch score of the day. Many thanks to all six players for representing the county.
Team Manager. Jim Paton
19TH MAY 2011
New DGU Tournament Draws
The draws for DGU tournaments are now available to view:
Inter Club K/O Men >>
Inter Club K/O Boys >>
Champion of Champions Men >>
Champion of Champions Boys >>
Handicap Players Championship 2011 >>
6TH MAY 2011
DGU Seniors Meeting at Bearsden G.C.
In bright, but breezy conditions, 32 Players from 9 Clubs took part in the Seniors Meeting at Bearsden on Tuesday 3 May. The CSS for the day was 72. Results were as follows:
SCRATCH SECTION
Winner - J L S Kinloch, Cardross - 74
Second - C Halcrow, Windyhill - 76 (b.i.h.)
Third - J Paton, Kirkintilloch - 76
HANDICAP SECTION
Winner - P B Kinloch, Cardross - nett 67
Second - A Ralston, Bearsden - nett 68
Third - G Ruddiman, Hilton Park - nett 70
Fourth - J Wilson, Esporta Dougalston - nett 71
AGE GROUP (55 - 65)
Winner - P Rudzinski, Dumbarton - nett 74
AGE GROUP (66 - 79)
Winner - J Graham, Bearsden - nett 73 (b.i.h.)
DGU would like to thank the Captain and Members of Bearsden G.C. for allowing us the use of their Course and Clubhouse. To the Greens, Bar and Catering Staff for helping to make the day a success and to all the Players for taking part.
6TH MAY 2011
Finals Day (2010)
Finals Day (2010) was contested last Sunday, 1 May, when players took part in four Finals in sunny but breezy conditions over the Carrickstone Course at Dullatur.
Hayston G.C. defeated Clydebank Overtoun G.C.in the Inter Club Knock Out Tournament, 6 up.
The Handicap Players Championship was won by T McGonigle, Hilton Park G.C., defeating W Gordon, Esporta Dougalston G.C. 2&1, while J Fowler, Hayston G.C., defeated R Alexander, Radnor Park G.C. 3&2, in the Champion of Champions Championship.
The Inaugural Junior Champion of Champions Championship, was won by G Roger, Clober G.C.defeating D Muir, Hayston G.C.2&1.
In the Clubhouse afterwards, President Neil Morrison, thanked everyone for taking part and offered his thanks, on behalf of the DGU, to the Captain and Members of Dullatur for the use of their Course and Clubhouse facilities and the Bar, Greens and Catering staff for helping make it a successful day. He then presented three of the Trophies and Prizes to the Winners and Runners-up, while Gary Jones, son of the late Alan W Jones, in whose memory the Junior Champion of Champions Trophy is named, presented the Trophy and Prizes to the Winner and Runner-up.
Photos of the Prizegiving will be posted shortly.
26TH APRIL 2011
Finals Day (2010) - Dullatur Golf Club (Sunday 1st May 2011)
Tee-off times for the Matches are as follows:
Inter Club K/O - Hayston v Clydebank Overtoun
9.30a.m. Game 1
9.38a.m. Game 2
9.46a.m. Game 3
9.54a.m. Game 4
Handicap Players Championship
10.05a.m. - W Gordon (Esporta) v T McGonigle (Hilton Park)
Junior Champion of Champions
10.13a.m. - D Muir (Hayston) v G Roger (Clober)
Champion of Champions
10.21a.m. - J Fowler (Hayston) v R Alexander (Radnor Park)
The Boys Inter Club K/O match will not now be played until later this month at a date and venue to be agreed.
26TH APRIL 2011
Thanks to Dumbarton
DGU would like to thank the Captain, Committee and Members of Dumbarton G.C. for allowing us the courtesy of the Course and Clubhouse to hold the Spring Meeting on Sunday 10 April. It is much appreciated.
Thanks also to the Greens Staff for Course presentation and the Catering and Bar Staff for providing much needed sustainance.
21ST APRIL 2011
DGU Spring Meeting
The Spring Meeting took place at Dumbarton on Sunday 10 April, when 63 players took part.
The meeting took place under excellent weather conditions and the CSS for the day was 69.
Winner of the Handicap Competition was M Eyton from the host Club with a nett 65.
Winner of the Scratch Competition was C Checkley form Vale of Leven with a score of 69.
31ST March 2011
DGU Annual Dinner
Photos from the recent DGU Annual Dinner are now online for you to view.
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9th March 2011
DGU Seniors, May 3rd 2011 at Bearsden Golf Club
This year, Dumbartonshire Golf Union is reinstating one of its more established tournaments, the DGU Seniors Championship, to its former status as a stand alone championship.
Circumstances have dictated that in recent years it has been cancelled and then 'piggy backed' onto the Autumn meeting. However the committee are now confident that this once popular tournament can once again be played on its own merit and regain its standing as one of the more sought after competitions in the County roster.
Many famous names from DGU folklore have their names on this prestigious trophy, including CW Green, Cardross and RS White of Clydebank and District and it was inconceivable that this trophy would gather dust in a cabinet. What we ask is that all DGU golfers of 55 years and over support our Flagship Senior Competition and come to Bearsden Golf Club on May 3rd for a 'tilt at nostalgia' and the chance to catch up with golfers from other clubs in the County.
A memorable day surely becons...
25th February 2011
Coaching College Graduation (2009)
The graduates from our third coaching college (2009) were recently presented with their graduation certificates.
 Group Photo |
 Kieran McHale of Clydebank & District Golf Club receiving his award for the Most Improved Player for College intake 2009 |
Colin McKenzie - Cardross Golf Club
Sam Fitzsimmons - Windyhill Golf Club
Bradley Kelly - Bearsden Golf Club
Neil McConnochie - Balmore Golf Club
Kieran McHale - Clydebank & District Golf Club
Christopher MacLean - Clydebank & District Golf Club
Adam McLeod - Douglas Park Golf Club
Martin Ryan - Windyhill Golf Club
Scott Sutherland - Windyhill Golf Club
Neil Morrison - President DGU
Billy Hannah - Vice- President DGU
Bob Collinson - County Coach
16th February 2011
Fixture List 2011
As previously mentioned in our “News Column”, dates and venues have now been agreed for Season 2011. The only change which has had to be made, is to the Boys Match Play Championship stages which have been brought forward by one week. The ties will now commence on Monday 4 July, from 5p.m.
We have also included Closing dates for each Competition and Handicap Limits where appropriate.
April/October
Champion of Champions Championship - Junior Champion of Champions Championship - Handicap Players Championship - Inter Club Knockout Tournament and Boys Inter Club Knockout Tournament.
Will be played for by Players and Teams nominated by Club Officials. Draws will be made and closing dates for each round will be specified. Everyone involved will be notified appropriately.
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE |
| APRIL 10 | SPRING MEETING Handicap limit - 18 Counting Event for DGU Order of Merit. Entries close - Wednesday 23 March. |
DUMBARTON G.C. |
| APRIL 17 | FINALS DAY 2010 | LENZIE G.C. |
| MAY 3 | SENIORS MEETING Handicap limit - 27 Entries close - Wednesday 20 April. |
BEARSDEN G.C. |
| JUNE 30/JULY 1 | BOYS MEDAL PLAY Entries close - Wednesday 15 June. |
CLOBER G.C. |
| JULY 4 / 5/ 7/8 | BOYS MATCH PLAY | CLOBER G.C. |
| AUGUST 7 | MEDAL PLAY CH’SHIP (36 Hole Event) Entries close - Wednesday 20 July. |
DULLATUR G.C. |
| AUGUST 8/9/11/12 | MATCH PLAY CH’SHIP | DULLATUR G.C. |
| SEPTEMBER 4 | AUTUMN MEETING Handicap limit - 18 Counting Event for DGU Order of Merit Entries close - Wednesday 17 August. |
MILNGAVIE G. C. |
| SEPTEMBER 18 | TEXAS SCRAMBLE Entries close - Wednesday 31 August |
ESPORTA DOUGLASTON G.C. |
| OCTOBER 2 | FINALS DAY 2011 | KIRKINTILLOCH G.C. |
16th February 2011
DGU "Measures" Up
Having received further information from SGU, regarding the use of Electronic Measuring Devices (EMD's), we have decided that all forms of EMD's, can now be used in all DGU sanctioned Competitions with effect from the start of Season 2011, beginning with the Spring Meeting at Dumbarton G.C.
1st February 2011
Presidents Report
Once again this year has been busy, rewarding, fulfilling but tinged with a great deal of sadness. We lost two great stalwarts of Dumbartonshire Golf Union.
Archie Carrick was for 30 years a volunteer par excellence. A tireless worker for DGU in any capacity asked of him. His dry sense of humour and no nonsense approach was respected by all who came in contact with him. We would extend our condolences to David, his son, and all the Family.
Alan Jones, Mr Dumbartonshire. What can you say about this man? He was not only respected in DGU circles but had a presence throughout the Scottish golf scene based on his common sense, knowledge of the game and above all his driving support for Dumbartonshire Golf Union. We on the executive miss his camaraderie, his sense of humour and above all his wisdom on all golf matters. His legacy is there for all to see, DGU is a better organisation because of him. We miss you Alan...
Coaching:
The College continues to go from strength to strength and witnessed our second graduation and presentation of certificates to our 2008 alumni.. We have now inducted our fourth intake of young aspiring golfers, and we look forward to our third graduation in January 2011. 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 continues to provide a wonderful asset to the County and you the members. Please continue to use it as you have this year.
Championship:
Ronnie Millers committee continue to do a wonderful job for DGU, and although the weather once again thwarted our finals day for the second year in a row the feedback from competitors and host clubs alike have been very positive. Congratulations to all our winners. The Seniors Championship was resurrected with help of Jim Paton and Gordon Thomson and played in conjunction with the Autumn Meeting at Douglas Park. Next year we hope to have it again as a standalone championship and give it the prestige it deserves.
Boys / Youths and Men’s teams:
All continue to flourish and once again acquitted themselves admirably against our near and not so near neighbours under the leadership of Graeme Smith and Hugh Semple. Our 6 man team performed valiantly at the new SGU Area team finals and came a very creditable 5th. I would like to thank Kevin Smyth, and Niall Lamond for managing the Men’s Team throughout the season and appreciate that it is very difficult to play and manage at the same time. Kevin is leaving the executive this year and hopefully will continue to play for the team for many years.
Secretary/Treasurer/Vice President:
Alan Harris has stepped into breach as interim secretary since Alan Jones’s departure and in my opinion has done a magnificent job for the County. Likewise Billy Hannah has used his expertise with the books to keep us on a level footing as our Treasurer. He has been ably assisted by our resident accountant and Past President Bob Provan whom I wish to thank for his loyalty and help over the recent past and for his trust in me when he nominated me as President of DGU.
Amalgamation:
Could I remind you gentlemen that we are at an important point in the History of the Scottish Golf Union. We are at the consultation phase of whether we should amalgamate with the SLGA and change the GOVERNANCE and the accountability of Scottish Golf. You as member clubs and individuals have been given the proposals of the Amalgamation Working Party. I urge you to ponder every aspect of what the Amalgamation will do for you, your club, and your county and most importantly of all, for Scottish Golf. Meetings are taking place with the Areas in the lead up to Christmas. Seminars for clubs will be held from February onwards. Please attend and ask pertinent questions. Amalgamation is not the main issue as far as I am concerned, the main issue is the future of Scottish Golf and its administration for years to come.
Gentlemen I have been very lucky to have had a great committee with me this year and last and it is with a great deal of sadness I pass on this Presidency but I look forward to working with Neil next year and representing you as Vice President of the Scottish Golf Union.
7th December 2010
Fixture List 2011
The following dates and venues have been agreed for Season 2011:
| DATE | EVENT | VENUE |
| APRIL 10 | SPRING MEETING | DUMBARTON G.C. |
| APRIL 17 | FINALS DAY 2010 | LENZIE G.C. |
| MAY 3 | SENIORS MEETING | BEARSDEN G.C. |
| JUNE 30/JULY 1 | BOYS STROKE PLAY | CLOBER G.C. |
| JULY 4 / 5/ 7/8 | BOYS MATCH PLAY | CLOBER G.C. |
| AUGUST 7 | STROKE PLAY CH’SHIP | DULLATUR G.C. |
| AUGUST 8/9/11/12 | MATCH PLAY CH’SHIP | DULLATUR G.C. |
| SEPTEMBER 4 | AUTUMN MEETING | MILNGAVIE G. C. |
| SEPTEMBER 18 | TEXAS SCRAMBLE | ESPORTA DOUGLASTON G.C. |
| OCTOBER 2 | FINALS DAY 2011 | KIRKINTILLOCH G.C. |
Meanwhile, you can now sort out your playing schedule for 2011, to take account of these dates/venues..
This year, we will post “Closing Dates” for all Competitions on the website to further help with your planning.
As in previous years, we will also send Posters to Clubs with all the info you need to know ahead of each Competition. These should be on display on Notice Boards within your Club. If you don’t see them, contact your Club Secretary.
The DGU Fixture Card for 2011, which also includes all the closing dates, will be available at the County Dinner in March.
We wish you “all the best” for 2011 and propose a Toast “for a successful Season!”
7th October 2010
Finals Day, Lenzie G.C.- 3 October
As a result of the heavy overnight rain which continued into the morning, most of the greens had standing water and despite the valiant efforts of the Greens staff to clear them, it was disappointing, but necessary, to take the decision to postpone the Finals Day.
Due to a number of factors, the Finals will be held over till the Spring and we will advise everyone of the new date when this is possible.
28th September 2010
Finals Day, Lenzie Golf Club
The following Finals will take place at Lenzie, on Sunday 3 October:
Inter Club K/O - Hayston v Clydebank Overtoun
9.00 a.m. - Game 1
9.08 a.m. - Game 2
9.16 a.m. - Game 3
9.24 a.m. - Game 4
Boys Inter Club K/O - Bearsden v Douglas Park
9.31 a.m. 1st Foursomes
9.38 a.m. 2nd Foursomes
9.47 a.m. 1st Singles
9.55 a.m. 2nd Singles
10.03 a.m. 3rd Singles
10.11 a.m. 4th Singles
Handicap Players Championship
10.19 a.m. W Gordon (Esporta) v T McGonigle (Hilton Park)
Junior Champion of Champions
10.27 a.m. D Muir (Hayston) v G Roger (Clober)
Champion of Champions
10.35 a.m. J Fowler (Hayston) v R Alexander (Radnor Park)
28th September 2010
Thanks to Vale of Leven G.C.
DGU would like to thank the Captain and Members of Vale of Leven, for the use of the Course and Clubhouse in hosting the Autumn Texas Scramble. It is much appreciated by everyone.
Our thanks also go to the Greens Staff for a well presented Course despite the onset of Autumn conditions. To the Bar and Catering Staff for attanding to the needs of Players and Officials alike and to Barry in the Pro Shop.
28th September 2010
Texas Scramble Sunday 19th September
In variable conditions, 25 Teams took part in the Autumn Texas Scramble at Vale of Leven G.C.
Winners of the event were Team 8 from Vale of Leven (R McGuinness: I Stewart: A Brown and G Benett) with a nett score of 55.5
Second were Douglas Park Team 2 (D Clark: A Yates: P Small and G Traynor) with a nett score of 56.9, narrowly beating Vale of Leven Team 3 by 0.1 point.
Esporta Dougalston Team 2 took 4th place, while Vale of Leven Team 6 came 5th.
28th September 2010
Dumbartonshire Senior Team
Dumbartonshire came a very creditable 4th in the Scottish Senior Area Team Championship.
Team: Ian Jeen, Milngavie; Jim Paton, Kirkintilloch, Peter Kinloch, Cardross, Drew Wilson, Clober, Jim Kinloch, Cardross, Gordon Thomson, Bearsden.
28th September 2010
A Team Report
The ‘A’ Team continued their West League campaign with a match against Stirlingshire on Sunday at Glenbervie.
At the turn the game appeared in the balance with all but a few of the games being very close. On this occasion it was Dumbartonshire who got the early points on the board taking full points in 5 of the first 6 games completed, leaving them only needing a further half match to secure an overall victory. A spirited fightback from the home team saw them close the game to 5-3 with only 2 games left out of the course. The 2 visitors held fast to earn honourable halves and secure a 6-4 victory for the away team.
The ‘A’ team meet Glasgow next Saturday at Windyhill where they will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the campaign.
Dumbartonshire was represented by :
P Betty, A Campbell, B Campbell, C Checkley, J Devaney, J Fowler, P Haggerty, N Lamond, R McKenzie and K Smyth.
22nd September 2010
'A' Team fixture v's Lanarkshire at Helensburgh, 19th Sep' 2010
The 2010 'A' team West League campaign got under way at Helensburgh yesterday with a home fixture against Lanarkshire. The overhead conditions were poor with both rain and wind being encountered. Despite the obvious heavy rain that had fallen overnight, the course was in good condition and had stood up well to the weather. Indeed the quality of the putting surface received positive comments from both sides.
Lanarkshire got off to an ideal start wining both of the first 2 games before the home team levelled the match at 2.5 to 2.5 after 5 games completed. The match then swung towards Dumbartonshire as they took a 4.5 to 3.5 lead with only 2 games left on the golf course. In game 9, a home team birdie at the 17th squared the game, leaving both remaining matches all square playing the final hole with the home team requiring just a point to emerge victorious. All 4 players held their nerve well, each making par at the final hole. This status quo outcome left Dumbartonshire with a victory of 5.5 to 4.5 to open the West League campaign.
The 'A' team next travel to Glenbervie on Sunday for a game against Stirlingshire.
Dumartonshire Team :
Paul Borland, Andrew Campbell, Craig Checkley, Ryan Coll, John Fowler, Niall Lamond, Fraser McKenna, Ryan McKenzie, Grant Minnes and Kevin Smyth.
22nd September 2010
Thanks to Helensburgh Golf Club
Dumbartonshire Golf Union would like to thank all the staff responsible for looking after both teams on our visit to Helensburgh Golf Club on Sunday. All the clubhouse staff were extremely courteous, friendly and helpful while looking after our requirements for both breakfast rolls and soup and sandwich lunch.
I think in light of the recent weather it is worth a special note of thanks to the greens staff for the presentation and condition of the golf course which gained positive comment from both teams.
14th September 2010
Boys West of Scotland Team Match
The result was Dumbartonshire 4½ - Ayrshire 3½ played at Dumbarton G.C.
This being the Final Match leaves Dumbartonshire finsihing mid-table with Glasgow finishing in top slot.
10th September 2010
Thanks to Douglas Park G.C.
DGU would like to thank the Captain and members of Douglas Park G.C., for allowing us the courtesy of their Course and Clubhouse facilities to hold the Autumn Meeting and Seniors Championship on Sunday 5 September.
Our thanks also to the Greenkeeping staff for excellent course presentation, the Pro and his staff and the Catering and Bar staff for attending to our needs throughout the day.
It is much appreciated.
10th September 2010
DGU Autumn Meeting and Seniors Championship 2010
The DGU Autumn Meeting and Seniors Championship 2010 was held at Douglas Park G.C. on Sunday 5 September 2010, when 80 players from 12 Clubs took part in dry but breezy conditions.
2nd September 2010
Updated DGU Inter Club K/O Draws
Inter Club K/O Men >>
Inter Club K/O Boys >>
Champion of Champions Men >>
Champion of Champions Boys >>
Handicap Players Championship 2010 >>
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
Updated DGU Tournament Draws
Champion of Champions Men >>
Champion of Champions Boys >>
Inter Club K/O Men >>
Inter Club K/O Boys >>
Handicap Players Championship 2010 >>
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.
Click here to view the Results >
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
Updated DGU Tournament Draws
Inter Club K/O Men >>
Champion of Champions Men >>
Handicap Players Championship 2010 >>
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
View the new DGU Tournament Draws
Inter Club K/O Men >>
Inter Club K/O Boys >>
Champion of Champions Men >>
Champion of Champions Junior >>
Handicap Players Championship 2010 >>
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.
Click here to view the gallery >
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)
Click Here for the Photo Gallery >>
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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