Month: March 2024
French Lick Resort: One Of A Kind Golf & Vacation Destination
The French Lick Resort has been serving travelers since 1845. When the West Baden Inn was completed in 1902, with its free-span dome that extends 200-feet above the floor, it was considered the 8th wonder of the world. French Lick Resort has been the winter home of a traveling circus, the Chicago Cubs held spring […]
Ohio Juniors In Drive, Chip & Putt Finals
If you are like me and get up early on Sunday morning ahead of the Masters to watch junior golfers compete in the Drive, Chip & Putt finals, watch for several Ohio juniors, who will be on the hallowed Augusta National Golf Club grounds. The Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals will be held on […]
Northeast Ohio Ranges Receive Recognition
The Golf Dome in Chagrin Falls and Windmill Golf Center in Macedonia have both been recognized by the Golf Range Association of America as one of the Top 50 Stand-Alone Golf Facilities in America for the second consecutive year. According to the GRAA, stand-alone driving ranges offer full-swing practice, short-game amenities, practice putting opportunities, player development programming, social engagement, and a […]
Ohio Women’s to Heatherwoode
Ohio Women’s Open to Heatherwoode The Southern Ohio PGA wil host the 2024 Ohio Women’s Open at Heatherwoode Golf Club in Springboro, as part of the new five-year commitment. The championship, scheduled for June 7-8, will include a fundraising Pro Am on June 6.
Cleveland First Tee Chapter to Conduct Caddie Training
A Caddie Training Program will be held the first four Saturdays in March (March 2, 9, 16 and 23) from 1:00-3:00 p.m. at Washington Golf Course in Newburgh Heights. The course provides on-course, hands-on training for teens ages 14-18. This training will give prospective caddies an advantage when applying for a caddie position at one […]
Three New SQAIRZ Performance-Based Golf Models for 2024
By Ed Travis SQAIRZ Golf Shoes square-toe construction was first introduced at the 2020 PGA Show. Now just four years later the company has been one of the biggest success stories in the golf industry and are offering three new models for the 2024 golf season. They have even branched out into baseball shoes, worn […]
Golf Tips for Aging Golfers
By Fred Altvater As golfers age our bodies do not respond well to the twisting and turning a full golf swing requires. Flexibility exercises will help alleviate some of those issues. Here are a few more ideas on how to enjoy the game as we grow older. Exercise at Home Gaining flexibility and better […]
17 Ohio Caddies Receive Evans Scholarships
This year 17 students and former caddies have been awarded full-ride Evans Scholarships at Moraine Country Club. All will enter college this fall with most expected to attend The Ohio State University, or Miami University. The Evans Scholarship is valued at more than $125,000 over four years. Winners are listed below. The Western Golf Association (WGA), […]
Field Set For 2024 Augusta National Women’s Amateur
A full field of 72 golfers have confirmed for the 2024 Augusta National Women’s Amateur (ANWA) to be held April 3-6. The top 43 eligible amateurs from the World Amateur Golf Rankings have accepted invitations to compete. The field includes players from 18 countries and six continents, including two of the last three champions in […]