Junior Club
“Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí – (Praise the young and they will flourish)”
“Mol an óige agus tiocfaidh sí – (Praise the young and they will flourish)”
Junior members are very important to the future of Dooks Golf Club. We have a very proactive and hardworking Junior Committee that are dedicated to the progression of our Junior members. It is our goal for all our Junior members to enjoy and progress with the sport of golf.
We hope that being a member of Dooks Junior Club will prove to be an enjoyable experience for all juniors. For those that are beginning their golf journey we aim to give the best possible opportunity to learn golf in a fun and safe environment and develop skills so that juniors can progress at a rate that is suitable to their own individual needs. For those who are progressing we hope they will avail of the opportunity to enter and play in competitions with other members as well as have the opportunity to be selected for team events.
The aim of our Junior Section of Dooks Golf Club is to help juniors to enjoy their golf whatever level they are at. We also hope to make their golfing experience one of fun in a friendly and safe environment, where great lifelong friendships can be made.
*Safeguarding – All members of the Junior Committee adhere to strict Safeguarding Polices as set out in the Children First Act 2015.
Boys Junior Captain
Matthew Tierney
Who introduced you to golf?
My Dad when I was very young, about 4.
What is your favourite course? Excluding Dooks!
Tralee is an exceptional course.
What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the game of golf?
The biggest challenge is getting young people to play.
What do you like most about golf?
I like the social side. If you are having a bad round but you are playing with your friends, it makes it more enjoyable.
What was your highest and lowest handicap?
Highest was 24. Lowest is 8.
Can you remember your best golf shot?
On the 9th hole in Dooks. I stuck a 3 wood to 2 feet of the pin for a tap in eagle.
Can you remember your worst golf shot?
In the Captain’s prize to the men on the 12th hole in Dooks I had a fresh air. I couldn’t believe it.
Who is your favourite sportsperson?
Viktor Hovland.
What piece of advice would you offer anyone thinking of taking up golf or just starting out?
Stick with it and keep practising. The bad shots will frustrate you, but it is worth it in the long run and a game for life
What is your favourite golfing memory?
Winning Junior Golfer of the year in 2022 is a great memory for me.
Girls Junior Captain
Amelia Shields
Who introduced you to golf?
I started playing golf when I was 8. My Nan introduced me to the game.
What is your favourite course? Excluding Dooks!
I would have to say Mahony’s Point, Killarney or Charleville.
What do you think is the biggest challenge facing the game of golf?
The recruitment of new junior golfers.
What do you like most about golf?
Getting the opportunity to play different courses and meeting new people.
What was your highest and lowest handicap?
My handicap is high at present but someday I hope to be in single figures!
Can you remember your best golf shot?
My best shot was on the par 3 -11th at Dooks where the ball landed on the green near the hole.
Can you remember your worst golf shot?
When I teed the ball too high and I hit the tee instead of the ball and it didn’t go very far.
Who is your favourite sportsperson?
Rory McElroy. I admire how dedicated he is to golf and I think he is a great sporting icon and role model for young golfers like myself
What piece of advice would you offer anyone thinking of taking up golf or just starting out?
My advice for anyone starting golf would be to take coaching from a good pro (Dan) and take notes of the mistakes you make.
What is your favourite golfing memory?
Winning my first trophy at Declan Mangan’s day. It was definitely a milestone that encouraged me to practice more in order to try and win more prizes.
2018 – Boys Junior Foursome Team with our Golf Prof Dan Sugrue
Lady Captain Catherine Spain, President Kay Keating, Junior Captain Ellen O’Connor, Aisling O’Connor, Niamh Galvin, Corrine O’Shea & Caoilfhin Foley.
2nd in the Kerry Girls Junior League 2019