Rory Murphy wins Allianz Grange Dublin Boys'
Rory Murphy during the recent Irish Boys at Thurles.. Picture: Thos Caffrey / www.golffile.ie
Dun Laoghaire's Rory Murphy topped an entry of 63 to win the 21st anniversary staging of the Allianz Grange Dublin Boys” golf championship.
Excellent rounds of 73-72 gave the four-handicapper a two-shot cushion from host club member George Morgan (77-70), while Brendan O’Neill (City West) finished in third place with rounds of 75-73.
Allianz Grange Dublin Boys' — Photo gallery
The popular competition, which is open to players of 16 years and under, is endorsed by Allianz ambassador Paul McGinley, this year’s European Ryder Cup team captain who has a lifelong attachment with the Grange club.
From left, Donal Bollard (Allianz), winner Rory Murphy (Dun Laoghaire) and Grange GC Captain, Tony Frew.
Other prize winners
Best Net: Stephen Finn (27) Grange 124 (64, 60);
2nd Net: Eoin McKinney (18) Grange 132 (66, 66);
1st 18 Gross: Garreth Carr (3) Mullingar 72;
1st 18 Net: Rory McGrath (8) Grange 66;
2nd 18 Gross: Conor Keown (2) Greystones 71;
2nd 18 Net: Niall Dowling (11) Edmonstown 65;
Best Grange member: Patrick Somers (6) 158 (81,77).
