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Carrickmines member Nicola Kelly represented Ireland in the Women’s Golf Croquet World Championships in New Zealand last week. The photo shows Nicola on the lawns in Hawkes Bay: she didn’t win but it was a fantastic learning experience for her! [vc_row][vc_column...

We look forward to seeing you for tennis and light refreshments on the following Tuesdays, 5th & 12th (Valentines) of February from 7pm -9pm. The indoor courts are reserved in event of inclement weather so come on up and enjoy...

We now have two practice walls, on Indoor 3 and on outdoor 3, both up and running. These provide opportunities to improve by grooming your strokes or can be used simply to warm up. There are a number of exercises available...

After 2 weeks of winter league our CCLTC teams are well into the competition, 4 teams currently lie in the playoff positions with the men's first and third teams unbeaten. The tennis committee are delighted to see so many of...

Lots of players for the tennis before the rugby match last week-end with four courts in action. The photo shows some of the over 50 members who enjoyed the club facilities during the match. The food service during the game was...

February/March   Feb 12 - at RIYC for Supper & Bridge Mar 28 - Silver Salver Competition v. Foxrock GC (morning bridge + lunch at Carrickmines) Pam Purcell 086 3467059...

Wednesday, 6th & 13th February    The Tennis Committee are delighted to invite you to Cardio Tennis session workouts on Wednesday evenings 7-8pm, February 6th & 13th, as requested in the recent club survey. Cardio Tennis is a heart pumping tennis workout....

Starts Sunday, 27th January   The very best of luck to all our teams, players and subs on all 13 teams representing our club during the DLTC winter league starting this Sunday morning. There has been great preparation over the past few weeks...

Starts Sunday, 27th January   The DLTC Senior League starts this Sunday 27th January for 5 weeks plus playoff dates if any. Men’s matches start at 11am. Ladies start at 2pm and 3.30pm. Carrickmines has entered 6 Men’s and 7 Ladies’ teams in different...

For those members concerned about the new drink driving laws, or those just interested in a smaller glass, we have introduced a 120ml glass of wine. The cost of a 120ml glass of house wine is €4, with a glass of...

Happy New Year to all and we hope you are looking forward to lots of tennis over the next few months. For those of you available to play on Monday or Tuesday mornings, the Charity League will start in February but teams have...

Hi everyone, it's Ramon Horca PT here. Here is a quick video discussing Why you should foam roll before and after tennis and its many benefits to your game. Watch it here. And here is another quick video about why hip mobility is...

UPDATE Turkey Tournament We had three weeks of rain and wind for this year’s turkey tournaments and well done to those who braved the element!! Almost the entire three weeks tennis were played indoors with the winners scoring the highest cumulative scores. [vc_row][vc_column...

UPDATE Ryan Molloy is the Carrickmines Croquet Junior Club Champion, beating Conor McFarland in a closely fought final. The photos show Ryan receiving the B.J. Fitzpatrick Cup from John Fitzpatrick and also Ryan with last year’s winner Tilly Mullin. Junior croquet has...

UPDATE The photo shows him being presented with the Carl von Schmieder Cup by Yvonne Marrinan who donated the trophy to the Club in memory of former Carrickmines member Carl.   [vc_separator type='full_width' position='center' color='#333333' thickness='' up='' down='']   Played in cold, wet weather last...

The Carrickmines Croquet Turkey Tournament was held over 6 weeks in November and December (croquet players are hardy types). The prizes were presented at the Croquet Christmas Lunch: the Association Croquet Tournament was won by Myles McWeeney with Max Miller...

The club committee would like to remind members of the club policy & procedure in relation to Visitors and Guests (playing). Members introducing a guest into the Club must: Enter their name in the Visitors Book. Pay the appropriate green fee...

A Men’s Singles Ladder is commencing on the 15th of December and will run up to 28th February 2019. If you are interested in playing please reply totournament@carrickmines.com by Monday 10th of December!!! All matches are 13 games. Tie beak at 6...

Thursday, 13th December    We are looking forward to seeing you all at our Annual Christmas Lunch in Carrickmines on Thursday the 13th of December at 12 noon.  Lunch will be served at 12.30pm.  Tickets are 35.00, available at the bar and...

Sunday, 9th December   Parent & Child Turkey Tournament The Parent & Child Turkey Tournament will begin with U10’s at 1pm and 11+ from 2.30pm. Santa's Visit All Carrickmines elves big & small get ready, Santa is coming to call. Everyone is invited to join the...

Gift ideas for your favourite Carrickmines player and all your Carickmines friends. Recently arrived and available for purchase - branded club gear as listed below. Contact John or a member of the bar staff to buy. Mens Polo Shirt           €25 Cotton...

Wednesday, 12th December   Buffet Supper followed by Bridge with Prizes. (Draw for Partners) To be included on the list please contact Pam on 086 3467059....

Hello Everyone, My name is Ramon Horca. I am a personal trainer and health coach providing services to members here at Carrickmines Croquet and Lawn Tennis club. As you may have noticed there is a brand new piece of equipment installed...

UPDATE A big thank you to Aidan Moran for his insightful presentation last Friday evening. Well in excess of 50 members enjoyed a very clear presentation on the psychological features common to successful sports and business people. During the second part...