We were honoured to host the prestigious R&A Coronation Foursomes Final at our Castlereagh Hills Golf Course earlier this month.
It is the first time this competition, which was established in 1953 has been held on a council owned and maintained golf course. What an opportunity for us to be connected with The Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews – one of the oldest golf clubs in the world!
Fifty-two female golfers from 26 golf clubs across Northern Ireland competed. The Northern Ireland Final was won by Heather Patterson and Edith Watson from Edenmore Golf Club with a fantastic score of 42 points.
Dympna Conlon from R & A said: “The welcome and hospitality of the Coronation Foursomes was fantastic at Castlereagh Hills Golf Club. The course was well prepared for the ladies and alongside the staff and volunteers on the day helped us to deliver a smooth and successful area final.”
We wish Heather and Edith every success in the final at the Eden Course, St. Andrews on Monday 23 September 2024 for the top 16 qualifying clubs. They are an inspiration to female golfers of all ages.
Speaking after their win, the Edenmore team said: “We are absolutely delighted to win the R&A Coronation Foursomes. We thoroughly enjoyed playing at Castlereagh Hills Golf Course and have received such a warm welcome throughout the day. It is an amazing opportunity to now head to St Andrews to play this iconic course and we are looking forward to the occasion.”
Second place was secured by Heather Gracey and Jacqueline Duffy from Temple Golf Club with Josie McGuckin and Kayleigh Mulholland from Moyola Park Golf Club picking up third place.