CELEBRATING SUCCESS
Rockport Golf Scholarship Star
Nurse of the Year Nuala Stuart, Deputy Sister in the Regional Intensive Care Unit at the Royal Victoria Hospital, Belfast was awarded ‘Nurse of the Year’ at the inaugural Northern Ireland Health and Social Care Awards 2022.
There was much excitement recently as Molly O’Hara from Rockport School, signed her agreement with South Dakota State University. Molly, who has been playing golf from the age of eight and is a member of our Rockport Golf Academy Elite Squad, will complete her A Levels and travel to USA in August to take up the prestigious scholarship. Molly has been on Ulster panels leading to Junior Caps for Ulster and Ireland and Senior Caps for Ulster, and this achievement is testament to Molly’s hard work, dedication and commitment to the sport. Headmaster, Mr George Vance, said; “This is a truly magnificent achievement by Molly. A US golf scholarship is such an attractive option for talented student-athletes worldwide and competition for places is therefore incredibly high. Indeed, it is becoming ever more competitive year on year, given that the US college golf system produces the majority of golfers on the LPGA Tour. Molly’s strong golf and academic credentials, as well her sheer determination to succeed, have contributed to this success. Great stuff.” Molly is pictured signing her agreement alongside her Dad, Mum and brother Harry.
Presenting Role For Joel M We expected big things from magician, Joel Mawhinney when he won ‘Celebrity of the Year’ at our Ulster Tatler Awards in September, so it came as no surprise when he was announced as Blue Peter’s 41st presenter – following in the footsteps of fellow Bangorian, Zoe Salmon. We wish him all the best in his exciting new role. Check out page 66 for a full interview with Joel.
Killeavy Castle Estate Sweeps the Board with Award Wins Following an AA Awards secret inspection to Killeavy Castle Estate, the venue has just been named an AA four-star hotel in recognition of the exemplary offering at the Estate. Following its first AA inspection, The team at Killeavy Castle Estate that achieved 2 AA Rosettes. the restaurant has been awarded two AA rosettes Top row: Cheung Kim, Ana Rita Costa, Peter McAteer, Tadeusz Natzke, Darren for ‘Culinary Excellence’, further acknowledging Donaghy, Joshua Bromley, Lukas Tevelis. Bottom row: Catia Chambelo, Dario the quality of Killeavy Castle Estate’s food and drink Percic, Darragh Dooley, Aislinn Thomson. offering. In just four short years, Killeavy Castle Estate has won multiple awards including a spate of industry award wins in recent weeks. This latest recognition from the AA Awards is a testament to the strength of the team and quality that Killeavy Caste Estate strives to deliver for every guest. The recognition from the AA Awards is just the latest in a string of award wins for Killeavy Castle Estate, which has swept the board at recent industry and tourism awards. The quality of the hotel and its offering has been recognised with the Estate receiving the title of ‘Hotel of the Year’ (up to 75 rooms) at the LCN Awards and most recently, its AA four-star rating which further compounds the high standard and unique experience on offer for guests of the Estate. The team at Killeavy Castle Estates’ commitment to delivering exceptional customer service and guest experiences was acknowledged at the Newry Chamber Employee and Team awards where the team from the Estate scooped the Best Tourism & Hospitality Team Award. In addition to being awarded two AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence, the Estate received the award for Best Food and Drink Experience (Large) at the prestigious Northern Ireland Giant Spirit Awards, where owner of Killeavy Castle Estate, Mick Boyle also received the ‘Local Spirit’ Award in recognition of the significant difference that he has made to the tourism sector and community in recent years. To top it all off the Estate was also awarded the National Intimate Wedding Venue of the Year 2022 at the recent Irish Hotel Awards held in Athlone. For further information on Killeavy Castle Estate, see killeavycastle.com 149
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