Ulster secure grand slam in style

ULSTER justified pre-tournament favouritism at Douglas yesterday when they defeated Leinster 7½-5½ on the final day of the Golfsure Interprovincial Championship to complete the grand slam and regain the title they last held in 2006.

It was a convincing victory for an Ulster team containing a number of young players likely to be heard in the professional game in the not too distant future. Paul Cutler and teenager Alan Dunbar stand out in that respect and high hopes are also entertained for Paul O’Kane.

Ulster are certainly producing a steady stream of quality golfers capable of following in the footsteps of the likes of Darren Clarke, Rory McIlroy, Michael Hoey and Gareth Maybin.