Ron's Belt
Royal County Down golf course at dawn with the Mountains of Mourne
Volume XII — Ireland

Ron’s Belt

More than a decade of heats, hogs and a storied belt — passed hand to hand. In loving memory of Ron.

Next Stop

Ireland — August 2026

The belt's first trip overseas, a hog reveal for the ages.

Enter the Ireland Itinerary Game Center
Hog Reveal in
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Pictured · Royal County Down · Newcastle, N. Ireland
The Heritage Ledger

The Belt, By the Numbers

11

Belts Awarded

20

Throatings All-Time

See the ledger →

18–17

Tightest Finals · Branson VI & Naples VII

5 pt

Largest Beatdown · SEXRON & Legion of Boom

In Perpetuity

In loving memory of Ron, our founding belt-bearer and eternal captain

We carry on the laughs, the legacy, and the leaderboard in your honor.

Aerial of an Irish links course at sunrise
Sacred Tradition · Since 2016

The Irish Hog Reveal

On the eve of each tournament, the bellies are bared, the cap is tipped, and a chosen swine emerges. The Hog Reveal is the official kickoff — equal parts ceremony, shame, and stew. Ireland 2026 marks its most exalted edition yet.

First Reveal · Day 1 · The Lodge

The Tools

The War Room

Strategize, simulate, and fail to predict the outcome.

Mock Draft Simulator

Run scenarios for the opening night lodge draft. Balance handicaps and chemistry before the real pressure starts.

Launch Simulator →

Match Predictor

Pick players, pick a format (alternate shot, scramble), pick the course. Let the algorithm predict the disaster.

Run Scenarios →

Captain's Roster

Player profiles, handicaps, signature stories, and the historical database of inside jokes.

Manage Players →
Upcoming Trip

The Ireland Dossier

Confirming logistical details for the primary contingent. Throatings and mock drafts commence Q4 2025.

01From the rota

Courses

The belt's first trip overseas, a hog reveal for the ages. Seven days, fourteen rounds, one legendary belt crossing the Irish Sea.

02Basecamp

The Lodge

  • Slieve Donard Hotel (4*)Nights 1 & 2. Steps from Royal County Down.
  • Golf Links Hotel (4*)Night 3. Walk to the Harbour Bar.
  • Rosapenna Golf Resort (4*)Nights 4 & 5. On-site dining at Vardon's.
  • The Grand Hotel (4*)Final night before flights home.
03Battle plan

Schedule

  • Mon 3 Aug

    Day 1 — Arrive at Dublin Airport

  • Mon 3 Aug

    Play Jameson Links at Portmarnock

  • Mon 3 Aug

    Travel to Newcastle

  • Mon 3 Aug

    Dinner at Percy French Restaurant

04 · Travel

Flights

Group transport leaves DUB at 10:00 AM sharp. No exceptions for lingering Geebz.

Travel Hub
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