At the commencement of 1906, a desire was generally expressed for a golf club, and the first circulars in connection with this desire were signed by Mr. John Corcoran, and those interested were Sir Anthony Weldon, Messrs Downey, White and Lesmond. The first meeting took place on January 30th 1906, and the land at Geraldine was chosen as a suitable course.

The Irish Times of January 31st 1906 documents the initial meeting of the club. This meeting was presided over by Mr John A. Duncan J.P. Prior to 1906 the Athy golfers had played with the men of Carlow at Gotham(Founded 1899). Larkin, the Bray Club professional laid out holes and Barrett, late of Hermitage marked out the bunkers.

An article in the Irish Field of October, 2nd 1909 describes a visit to Athy Golf Course by a correspondent. The Great Southern and Western Railway Company run an admirable service of trains to Athy, which is only a little over an hour from Kingsbridge Station, Dublin. Athy was the capital of County Kildare. The Golf Course is a short mile from the town, and is situated at Geraldine on Mrs O’Neill’s property. The course, therefore, cannot be called inaccessible.

I drove out to the course, which is at once seen to be pleasantly situated amidst picturesque surroundings. In some way it is similar to the Hermitagecourse, near Dublin, except it possesses only nine holes. Though short, the course is not very much spoilt thereby, as the shortness exists in three holes, all of which are exceptionally good and difficult enough for anyone. It is a course that should turn out good players, as there are testing shots of all kinds. The lies will improve with time, and are none too bad now.

The greens, if a little weedy, are quite true and fast, and very well looked after. To my mind it is very creditable that so small a club should be able to keep its rich grass course open all the year round, as the expense must be considerable. Not only is this done but a capital professional in Devereux is employed. There are no very short handicap men in the club, but it is safe to prophesy that my promising players will very soon be lower than they are at present.

Mr C. W. Taylor, who had been the captain of the club for the past two years, has given a great deal of support to the club. The unselfish work of the Hon. Treasurer, Mr. J. P. Whelan, deserves honorable mention, as much of the financial success of the club is due to him. The work of the Hon Secretaries, Messrs P. Downey and Fitzpatrick must not be forgotten, as well all know how much depends on the secretaries of any clubs whether provincial or otherwise.

As part of our plans to develop the facilities we offer to Members and Visitors alike we decided in March 2007 to convert our Committee Room into a Golf Shop. Jonathan was awarded the first contract to run this shop and we are very pleased at the outcome.

The Golf Shop is well stocked, as can be seen from the various pictures and we are happy in the knowledge that Jonathan purchases most of his stock from Aidan Colgan, a good long standing friend of Athy Golf Club.

In 2009, we wish our junior golfers every success and enjoyment as they meet the 'challenge of the fairways.

With so much golfing talent emerging, in this sector, the future of our club is exciting and a tribute to the organisation, planning and dedication of Junior Co-ordinator, Eddie Hennessy, ably assisted by a loyal team.

Coaching and competitions to suit all levels cater for almost 200 Junior Members, with a 'Golfing Holiday' taking on a new meaning, during school breaks. We share the joy and enthusiasm which they bring to our club.