Greenock Whinhill Golf Club

2026 Club Championship - Result

Sean McLaughlin beat Barry J Hughes - 9&8

The 36 hole Club Championship Final was played today between Barry J Hughes and Sean McLaughlin.

Sean got off to a great start in the morning round and put together a great score to secure a 4up lead. In the afternoon round, he got off to another fast start and raced into a 9up lead after covering the first 8 holes in 4 under par.

Barry was producing steady golf, and his 2 at the 7th was matched by Sean, but the lead being built by Sean would prove to be unassailable as he claimed victory on the 10th green.

Commiserations to Barry, who produced some great golf throughout the week, knocking out two former champions on his way to his first final.

Congratulations to Sean, who adds this year’s title to his 2012 triumph. Rory broke his major drought last year, and Sean follows in his footsteps this year.

Thanks to Kerry and the Inverclyde Leisure team for their hospitality in the clubhouse.

Also, a big thank you to our Match Secretary, David Ellis, for his tireless work throughout the season.

Club Championship Update

The Club Championship Semi Finals were played on Friday evening.
Both matches were extremely close and resulted in Barry J Hughes and Sean McLaughlin edging out Stephen Donald and Lee Watson respectively to progress to Sundays final.

This will be Barry's first final, but its one of many for Sean, who will be looking to add his name to the Club Champions board for a second time.

Barry and Sean will be joined on the day by the players competing on the Handicap Championship finals.
John McCabe, Jamie McEwan, William Boyd and Andy Little all won their Semi Final matches on Friday evening.

Congratulations to all finalists and good luck on Sunday.

Club Championship - Semi Final Results

Barry J Hughes beat Stephen Donald - 2&1
Sean McLaughlin beat Lee Watson - 1up

John McCabe beat Brian Hamil - 2&1
Jamie McEwan beat Tommy Morton - 1up

Billly Boyd beat Robert MacDonald - 4&3
Andy Little beat Kenny Beaton - 2&1

Championship Finals - Sunday 26th July

Club Championship

9:00 and 12:30
Barry J Hughes v Sean McLaughlin

2nd Section Championship

11:30
John McCabe v Jamie McEwan

3rd Section Championship

11:40
William Boyd v Andy Little

Club Championship - Update

The Quarter Finals were played on Wednesday evening in testing conditions, as the firmness of the course and the thick rough were accompanied by a strong wind to really test the players.

There were some very tight matches, which ultimately resulted in wins for Stephen Donald, Barry J Hughes, Sean McLaughlin and Lee Watson.

These four will play on Friday evening as they attempt to make Sunday's Final.

The will also be joined on Friday by 8 other players competing in the Handicap Championships Semi finals.

Best of luck to all involved on Friday.

Club Championship - Quarter Final Results;

Stephen Donald beat Hugh Speirs - 1up

Barry J Hughes beat Chris McDiarmid - 1up

Sean McLaughlin beat Willie McCulloch - 6&5

Lee Watson beat John Donald - 2up

Semi Finals - Friday 24th July

Club Championship

5:00
Stephen Donald v Barry J Hughes

5:10
Sean McLaughlin v Lee Watson

2nd Section Championship

5:20
Tommy Morton v Jamie McEwan

5:30
John McCabe v Brian Hamil

5:40
William Boyd v Robert MacDonald

5:50
Andy Little v Kenny Beaton

Club Championship - Last 16 Results

The last 16 was played tonight, with some great golf on show by all competitors, complimented by the weather, which was once again kind to all involved.

Commiserations to all those who lost on ten evening and congratulations to the winners, who will now move on to the quarter finals stage.

Last 16 Results;

Stephen Donald beat Jim Dougan - 3&2

Hugh Speirs beat David Ellis - 5&4

Barry J Hughes beat James Jordan - 7&6

Chris McDiarmid beat Gary Harkins - 3&2

Sean McLaughlin beat Ross Ballantyne - 3&2

Willie McCulloch beat Jason Lindsay - 1up

John Donald beat Ryan Campbell - 3&2

Lee Watson beat James Smith - 5&4

Quarter Finals - Wednesday 22nd July

5:00
Stephen Donald v Hugh Speirs

5:10
Barry J Hughes v Chris McDiarmid

5:20
Sean McLaughlin v Willie McCulloch

5:30
John Donald v Lee Watson

Club Championship - 2026

The second round of this years Club Championship Qualifier was played on Saturday in fine weather conditions.

The Strokeplay Trophy was won by Stephen Donald, who backed up his first round 66 with a round of 73.

This was impressive golf from Stephen considering the tough conditions faced by the competitors the last few weeks, with the course playing firm and fast.

Stephen takes his spot as number one qualifier for the Matchplay section of the championship that gets underway on Monday evening and will be aiming to add the 2026 Club Championship to his 2014 victory.

Good luck to everyone playing in the Matchplay this week.

Club Championship - Last 16.

Monday 20th July

5:00
Stephen Donald v Jim Dougan

5:10
David Ellis v Hugh Speirs

5:20
Barry J Hughes v James Jordan

5:30
Gary Harkins v Chris McDiarmid

5:40
Sean McLaughlin v Ross Ballantyne

5:50
Jason Lindsay v Willie McCulloch

6:00
John Donald v Ryan Campbell

6:10
James Smith v Lee Watson

Jimmy Lang 2026 - Results

The rescheduled Jimmy Lang Trophy was played on Sunday 28th June, with an excellent turn out despite the rearranged date.

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and participants who contributed on the day, in particular our main sponsors Garden Makeovers, the Village and Roma takeaways in Port Glasgow. Their generous support has allowed us to raise around £3000 for Ardgowan Hospice.

The winners on the day were Alan Graham and Steven Millar of Port Glasgow Golf Club, who returned an excellent score of 62, beating their nearest challengers by 2 shots.

The best scratch score of the day was an excellent 69, courtesy of our Captain and Vice Captain, Dougie Wilson and Paul McCarn. Great golf in tough conditions.

Thanks to Kerry and all the Inverclyde Leisure team for their support on the day.

We would also like to reserve a special mention to our new Head Greenkeeper and his team. Tony has been doing some excellent work since joining and the course was presented in excellent condition, with particular mention to the quality of the putting surfaces. All members and visitors were very complimentary on the day.

And as always, we would like to thank the Lang family for being in attendance for the prizegiving. Sally and her daughters were on hand to present the prizes and draw the raffle, despite a controversial raffle winner from the same household, their attendance is always very much appreciated
All at Whinhill would like to pass on our best wishes and hope that Jimmy Lang Jnr makes a speedy recovery.

Results;

Winners
Alan Graham and Steven Millar - 62 - Trophy and £140

2nd equal
Bobby Bell and Brian McAleer - 64 - £90
Paul McLaughlan and Sean McLaughlan - 64 - £90

4th equal
John Deafley and Andy Little - 65 - £50
Adam Watson and Lee Watson - 65 - £50

Best Scratch
Paul McCarn and Dougie Wilson - 69 - £80

Paisley Golf Club is in outstanding condition at the moment. Get yourself one of the remaining times for this Renfrewshire Golf Union event.

Renfrewshire Golf Union
2026 County Handicap Championships
Sunday 5th July 2026
Paisley Golf Club
Draw

In addition to the spaces on the sheet, we have three spaces at 8.50am.

Any problems / for additional entries - contact - [email protected]

Congratulations to former Whinhill Champion, Andy McDonald, on his outstanding victory at Largs Golf Club

🏆 2026 Club Champion: Andy McDonald 🏆

Andy is this years Champion with a 6&5 win over past Champion Brian Moore.

A very even morning round ended up with the score at all square after 18 holes. Some good golf on display from both players.

In the afternoon round Andy got off to a flyer and never looked back. Some very solid play gave him a 5 up lead after 27 holes and he closed it out on the 13th hole in the afternoon.

Andy has had a really solid year and was part of the victorious Largs team who recently picked up the Firth of Clyde trophy. He is a very worthy Champion after his victories this week and will represent the Club very well as our 2026 Champion.

Jimmy Lang Trophy Update

Unfortunately, due to the current weather conditions and the forecast for the rest of the day, we have taken the decision to cancel today’s Jimmy Lang Trophy.

This decision is not taken lightly due to the effort that has gone in to organising the day by the committee, the greenkeepers, Kerry and all the Inverclyde Leisure team.

We will communicate the rearranged date in the coming days.

The Jimmy Lang Trophy
Sunday 7th June 2026
Gents Greensomes Open

The timesheet for the Jimmy Lang Trophy is almost full, with only space for two fourballs at 13:40 and 13:50.

If you would like to secure this time, please contact [email protected]

If there is demand, a time before 8:30am may be opened up to accommodate those wishing to play.

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Ardgowan Hospice
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