The front nine: How Ireland's golf clubs managed tricky conditions in 2019

As the year comes to an end it is an opportunity to ask: How was 2019 for Irish golf clubs? Positive vibes continue, boosted by the €2.34m (up from €1.96m two years ago) recently awarded to golf clubs under the Sports Capital Programme.

However, difficulties remain. Here, nine golf clubs review their year. Part II next week