GOLF:Fota Island in Cork will play host to the Lancome Irish Women's Close in May. Originally scheduled for the links at Baltray, the championship was forced to look for another venue after the Co Louth course was awarded the Irish Open earlier this month.
Last year’s event was won by teenage sensation Leona Maguire, who beat her twin sister Lisa in an exciting decider at Westport.
Commenting on the announcement, ILGU Chief Executive Sinead Heraty said: “We were thrilled by the offers of clubs to host our Championship when they heard of our unfortunate clash of dates at Baltray.
“While the Union is pleased that the Irish Open has found a good home, we are delighted that Fota Island Resort will host our blue -ribboned event over their splendid layout that will prove a challenging test for Ireland’s elite female amateurs”.
Fota Island general manager Jonathan Woods said: “We are delighted to play host to the most prestigious amateur ladies event in Ireland and would like to thank our members and corporate clients for their cooperation in allowing this event to take place at short notice.”
The event will take place on the new Barrycourt layout, one of three courses designed by Jeff Howes at the Cork venue. The event is scheduled to run from May 16th to 20th.
