Golf club joins '400 celebrations'
Taking place on Friday, August 27, the competition is a team event comprising two male and two female players with the two best net scores counting at each hole.
Three scores will be counted at the 9th and 18th holes and there will be three sets of prizes for the best team scores. Nearest the pin prizes will also be available.
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Hide AdPeter Hanna, Lurgan’s new golf professional, indicates that the time sheet is filling up well with only 12 tee-times remaining.
He expects this to be a keenly competitive day and as always at Lurgan Golf Club, visitors will be assured of a very warm welcome from the captain and playing members.
Mayor of Craigavon, Alderman Stephen Moutray, said: “This event is just one of a number of exciting events celebrating Lurgan’s 400th anniversary. It promises to be an exciting mix of friendly competition and golfing talent and is a great opportunity to showcase the wonderful golfing facilities Lurgan has to offer.”
Billy Bateman, Captain of Lurgan Golf Club added: “We look forward to welcoming golfers from near and far to take part in this fantastic event and help celebrate this key milestone in Lurgan’s history.
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Hide Ad"Over 100 golf enthusiasts have already signed up and I would urge anyone interested in taking part to book their place now. The event promises to be one not to miss!”
The event culminates with a meal in the evening and a prize-giving ceremony.
Entry fees are 60 per four-ball team including dinner.
Anyone who would like to take part and to book a tee-time should contact Lurgan Golf Club on 3832 2087.