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2025 Annual General Meeting Notice

DIGA will hold its 2025 AGM on 9th April 2025 via Zoom.  

You are warmly invited to attend and help shape the future of DIGA.  Please confirm your attendance by  emailing disabledirishgolf@outlook.com, so that you will receive the Zoom meeting link and documentation closer to the AGM date. 

 

This AGM will be accessible to our deaf golfers.  If you require BSL, please let us know as quickly as possible.  For ISL users, the SLIS voucher scheme can be availed of.  SLIS are aware of this event, so please request a sign language interpreter at this link - Voucher - Sign Language Interpreting Services (slis.ie) stating the DIGA AGM, date and time and via Zoom for Event Details.  

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If you have any questions, please email disabledirishgolf@outlook.com.

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That's a wrap - 2024 season comes to an end. 

In a thrilling conclusion to the inaugural Disabled Irish Golfers Association (DIGA) Order of Merit season, Kevin Cassidy of Dungannon Golf Club claimed the Trevor Hillen Memorial Salver at the Dundrum House Hotel, Golf & Leisure Resort. 

The season-long race showcased competitive spirit and determination, with the overall outcome being decided in the final event, making it a memorable conclusion to DIGA’s first Order of Merit competition.
Cassidy had a challenging start to the 2024 season, and he struggled to find his rhythm. However, as the summer progressed, he found his form, delivering a string of impressive top-five finishes in key events. 

This steady climb up the leaderboard allowed him to overtake the long-time leader, Caolan Munnelly from Tullamore Golf Club, who had been the frontrunner for much of the season. Munnelly’s consistent performances throughout the year made him a tough competitor, but Cassidy's late surge proved decisive.
In the end, Cassidy took the coveted Trevor Hillen Memorial Salver, a trophy named in honour of the late Trevor Hillen. The award was kindly donated by Vivienne Hillen, Chairperson of DIGA and wife of Trevor. 

The Salver is a fitting tribute to Trevor Hillen's legacy and contributions to the sport, embodying the spirit of perseverance and passion that characterised his life.
The competition for third place was no less intense, with Mark Clougherty of Lambeg Golf Club and Tom Doherty of Killarney Golf & Fishing Club tying for the position. 
This inaugural Order of Merit competition was a landmark event for DIGA, showcasing the talents and dedication of golfers from all over Ireland. It provided a platform for golfers with disabilities to compete at a high level while fostering camaraderie and sportsmanship. 

The Dundrum House Hotel, Golf & Leisure Resort served as a fitting venue for the final event, offering a beautiful yet challenging course that tested every aspect of the players' skills.
As the first season of OOM competition concludes, the success of the event sets the stage for future editions, promising even more competitive golf and opportunities for players.

 The DIGA Order of Merit has already become a celebrated addition to the Irish golfing calendar, honouring the memory of Trevor Hillen and bringing together a community of players with a shared love for the game.

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Inaugural Three Nations Tournament was held on 9th & 10th September 2024 at Stackstown Golf Club, Dublin.

DIGA welcomed the Disabled Golf Association (DGA) from England and the Welsh Disabled Golf Association to play in an inaugural tournament in September 2024.  Click here to read all about it. 

 

​​​​​​​​Our inaugural AGM was held (online) on Monday 4th March 2024 at 730pm.  

There was a great attendance and positive reactions to the proposals that will enable DIGA to further grow as an all-island organisation for all golfers of all abilities.  The committee for DIGA 2024 comprises of -

Vivienne Hillen, Paul Kelly, Gerry Gallagher, Kevin Cassidy, Carol Brill and newcomer Shane Munnelly.