Columnist: Fred Altvater

Fred AltvaterFred Altvater is a certified USGTF Level III Golf Instructor, who is the Publisher of the Ohio Golf Journal. He is also a radio show host for the Back 9 Report and has a Roku channel, also called the Back 9 Report.

He enjoys giving golf lessons that help golfer’s of every ability. During his hands-on lessons, he specializes in quickly assessing a golfer’s weakness and helping them correct it in a way that creates an immediate improvement in their game. Get his FREE 5 steps to taking strokes off your game online course with videos at Thought Leaders Online Courses.

Fred Altvater

Williamson Victorious at Ohio Mid-Amateur

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Bill Williamson of Cincinnati fired a combined 14-under-par over three rounds at Springfield Country Club last month to capture the Ohio Mid-Amateur Championship. Michael Klaric, of Peninsula, finished seven shots back for solo runner-up. Scott Anderson and Michael Cress, both from Columbus, tied for third and Springfield’s Andy Birch rounded out the top five.
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Ohio High School Golf Season is a GO and the State Championships are Set for October

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On August 18th the Governor of Ohio, Mike DeWine signed an Ohio Department of Health order that permitted contact sports to move forward with games against other schools. The Governor confirmed support for Ohio’s coaches to inspire student-athletes to continue following safety precautions so that all sports can be played.   Field hockey, soccer and […]
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Firestone Unveils Unique Stay & Play Opportunity

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Firestone Country Club is now allowing an exclusive opportunity for non-members to reserve a limited number of stay-and-play packages to walk the same fairways as Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer and Tiger Woods.   Since the 1950s, the famed South Course has annually hosted the biggest names in professional golf. In addition to being site of […]
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Ohio Saw a Ton of Professional Golf in July and August

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By Fred Altvater   Ohio experienced one of the most intense seven weeks of professional golf in the summer of 2020. Beginning with the Workday Charity Open in early July, six professional golf tournaments were played in the state on five different golf courses. With all sports shut down due to the COVID-19 beginning in […]
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Sophia Popov’s Women’s OPEN Victory Began at Marathon Classic

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By Fred Altvater   The win by a Symetra Tour player Sophia Popov at the 2020 AIG Women’s OPEN at Royal Troon last month was certainly unexpected, but can be traced directly back to the restart of the LPGA Tour in Toledo at the beginning of August.   WHO IS SOPHIA POPOV? One of the […]
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Reynolds Lake Oconee Offers a Relaxed Atmosphere & Spectacular Golf

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Reynolds Lake Oconee has been a top resort for many years. In addition to 117 holes of spectacular golf, Lake Oconee offers 374 miles of shoreline. Fishing, boating and other water recreation is central to the Reynolds experience. The Ritz Carlton provides the finest in overnight accommodations, plus the resort can offer cottages and condominiums […]
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COVID-19 Can’t Stop Golf in Ohio

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  • 4 Years ago
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  Even though we are required to wear masks, maintain social distancing and mass gatherings are prohibited, golf seems to be the one thing that is not affected by the pandemic. Ohio golf courses are packed and outings are being held, while adhering to public safety guidelines. Professional golf has returned, albeit without fans in […]
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Tips for Better Practice

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By Fred Altvater   Ben Hogan famously found his secrets “in the dirt,” but you may not have time to spend hours on the range tinkering with a different grip, stance, posture, or alignment. Do you have a plan for improvement, when you go to the range, or do you just beat golf balls into […]
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Golf Travel is Still a Viable Option

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  Many Golfaholics are fed up with being stuck at home and are ready to experience new adventures, but are wary of staying in a hotel, or boarding an airplane. The second issue is a very easy fix. We are fortunate in Ohio to be blessed with a number of great golfing opportunities in every […]
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Ohio First Tee & Girls Golf Programs Receive Renee Powell Grants from LPGA Foundation

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Ohio native, Renee Powell is a legend in women’s golf. She has received numerous awards from the USGA, The R&A, The PGA, as well as, other major golf organizations for her work as a teacher, mentor and international ambassador for the game of golf.   Powell grew up on her family’s golf course in East […]
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