Ohio Golf Journal December 2020

Final Word The USGA Allied Partner Golf Associations in Ohio were at the forefront, when COVID forced the closure of golf courses in March. They helped organize a response, established safety protocols and convinced public health officials that golf could provide a safe haven for everyone to participate and stay active. Ohio golfers can be very proud of their golf associations and their efforts to make Ohio golf safe, vibrant and enjoyable for everyone. You don’t have to be a country club member to join NOGA. Every golfer with a GHIN handicap is eligible to join and enter NOGA tournaments. Another area in which NOGA has taken the lead is the use of The TURN for physically disadvantaged individuals to use golf for therapy. The Turn began over 20 years ago and continues to provide a place where people can find they can compete in an outdoor activity, after they have experienced a severe physical or mental trauma. Something new for 2021 The Toledo District Golf Association and NOGA agreed to merge their operations under the guidance of NOGA beginning January 1, 2021. This new alliance will provide additional tournament opportunities for golfers across Northern Ohio. “This merger was a perfect fit for both associations and will help provide a high level of service to both memberships for many years to come.” NOGA will continue to look for new ways to serve our membership and provide golfing opportunities to enjoy competition at every level. NOGA CEO, Robb Schulze reviews the challenges and triumphs on Back 9 Report TV: https://youtu. be/-I8RKc4GBIk