A Touch of Class
A Touch of Class is an Irish golf podcast that loves a wander. Hosted by Will Griffith, the show dives into the stories, journeys, and characters that make Irish golf what it is. No scripts, just honest conversations, detours worth taking, and the people who shape the game.
Each episode features players, coaches, caddies, amateurs, pros, and the personalities who give Irish golf its character. From Irish amateur golf and the Irish Amateur Championship to life on tour, coaching, player development, and the game behind the game, A Touch of Class brings you closer to the people and moments that matter.
The podcast also shines a light on Ireland’s great inter‑club traditions — Senior Cup, Barton Shield, Jimmy Bruen, Pierce Purcell, and the All‑Ireland club champions who have shaped the competitive landscape of Irish golf.
If you love Irish golf, great stories, and the feeling of going for a wander and seeing where you end up, this is your podcast.
A Touch of Class
Castletroy GC – 2024 Men’s Senior Cup All‑Ireland Champions | A Touch of Class Podcast
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In this episode of A Touch of Class, Will Griffith chats with Castletroy Golf Club, the 2024 Men’s Senior Cup All‑Ireland Champions. Joining the conversation are Team Manager Olly Hodges and players Andrew McCormack and Dean McMahon, three gentlemen who give a brilliant insight into one of the great team achievements of the season.
Olly talks through the preparation, planning, and belief that carried this special group from their opening match against Nenagh all the way to the All‑Ireland Finals in Carlow. Andrew and Dean share the highs and lows of each round, the momentum swings, and the pressure moments that shaped their run.
The lads then relive what many described as a David vs Goliath final against Castleknock, a match full of drama, grit, and composure. They speak openly about the emotions of becoming All‑Ireland Champions and the surreal experience of lifting and spending time with the historic Senior Cup trophy - a moment every Irish club golfer dreams of.
A warm, honest, and thoroughly enjoyable conversation with three sound lads who represented Castletroy with pride and class.
Topics Covered:
- Team preparation and early‑season mindset
- Opening match vs Nenagh
- Navigating the road to Carlow
- The “David vs Goliath” final vs Castleknock
- Key turning points and standout performances
- The emotion of lifting the Senior Cup
- What the win means to Castletroy GC
- Reflections from both management and players
A really lovely chat with three gentlemen who delivered something special for their club.
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