*David McCarthy completed a hat-trick in Newmarket Celtic’s 8-1 win over Shannon Olympic. Thirteen games in the first round of the Banner Flooring Clare Cup were listed for decision on Sunday, eight of which went ahead as scheduled.
*Cian O’Dea scored a penalty for Avenue Utd. Photograph: Natasha Barton Avenue United’s journey in this season’s FAI Junior Cup ended in Wexford on Sunday when they lost out to North End in a penalty shoot out after the sides had ended at 2-2 after extra time.
*Photograph: Arthur Ellis As the numbers playing golf continue to grow, it’s fair to say that Clare is very well served with top class courses throughout the county.
*Colm Cleary on the attack for St Joseph’s Tulla. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill Although they produced a “fantastic” season, St Joseph’s Tulla were understandably disappointed to see their adventure end this weekend.
Gerry Walsh being presented with the Michael Cullinan Memorial Trophy he won in 2021. With upwards on 700 members Woodstock golf club continues to be extremely busy.
*Sean Withycombe of St Joseph’s Tulla. Photograph: Gerard O’Neill St Joseph’s Tulla’s dream of a first ever Croke Cup final appearance ended when they had to give best to a powerful and skilful St Kieran’s College on Saturday afternoon.
Avenue United will carry the hopes of Clare soccer on this Sunday as they take on North End from Wexford with a place in the quarter finals of the FAI Junior Cup awaiting the winners.
The Costello Cup is is played for annually between Ennis and Woodstock golf clubs and the 2022 competition will take place in Ennis Golf Club on Saturday and Sunday March 26/27.
East Clare Golf Club is a community membership driven club where volunteerism plays a huge role in the club’s success.
September 22 to 25 has been confirmed for the Irish ladies open golf championship which will be hosted this year by Dromoland Castle Golf Club.
