Nick Taylor soared to the top of the leaderboard at the Sony Open in Hawaii on Thursday, when he shot an eight under 62 that included a chip in for eagle on the par five 18th hole. Taylor, who started the day in a tie for 23rd, takes a two shot lead into the weekend. […]
Hughes, Hearn Start Sony Open With 65s
Mackenzie Hughes and David Hearn are each tied for 10th, three shots off the lead after both Canadians fired a five under 65 to open the Sony Open in Hawaii on Thursday. Nick Taylor is tied for 23rd after he opened with a 66, with Roger Sloan tied for 40th after he shot a […]
Industry Notes: Three PGA Of Canada Board Positions Available, Non-Amazing People Need Not Apply And More
We're in search of amazing people to join #TeamCW for the 2021 season, but we're not going about it the same way. Pass this on to anyone you think can take #CopetownWoods up a notch. But only if they are amazing. For real. Job Fairs and Resumes are so 2020!#ModernRecruiting pic.twitter.com/dLJ3w7FCQl — Copetown Woods Golf […]
It’s Been A Busy Week For PGA of B.C. Member Moves
Incredibly excited to announce that I am the new Head Professional at @CrownIsle starting in February. Crown Isle has been a special place for me since a young age and I can’t wait to join Bill Kelly his team on the Island. pic.twitter.com/Icakr8xvDh — Jared Siminoff (@jaredsiminoff) January 13, 2021 This week has been a […]
Familiar Names In New Places As 2021 Begins With Several Moves By PGA of Alberta Members
There will be plenty of familiar names in new places among PGA of Alberta members who have made several moves in the two weeks since the New Year. Click here for an update.
Bigwin Island Requires Assistant Superintendent
Bigwin Island on Lake of Bays in Ontario requires an assistant superintendent. The ideal candidate will have a positive team-oriented attitude and will work closely with the superintendent and co-assistant superintendent in the daily operation of the maintenance department. Duties Make recommendations on the daily conditions of the golf course. Assist in the daily planning […]
Industry Notes: Women In Coaching Participants Named, CGSA Awards Deadlines, Tour Tee Times And More
Golf Canada has announced the nine individuals named as inaugural participants in its 2021 Women in Coaching program. Each participant receives career development support that is focused on four main areas: sports science and coaching education, hands-on training experiences with coaches and top players, project work and individualized learning plans. Recipients are awarded a $2,500 […]
Assistant Golf Superintendent Needed In Lloydminster
The Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre in Lloydminster, Sask./Alta., requires an assistant golf superintendent. Reporting to the supervisor, golf turf, the assistant groundskeeper is responsible to carry out job functions that may include all phases of golf maintenance and agronomic operations. Works closely with the supervisor, golf turf, on any issues related to golf course […]
Link: Councillors Question Municipal Golf Operations In Thunder Bay
Councillors are questioning the wisdom of maintaining two municipally-run golf courses in Thunder Bay, Ont., despite reported improvements in their financial performance. Ian Kaufman has more here for TBnewswatch.
Industry Notes: Doubt About Olympics In Japan, PGA Of Alberta Cancels 2021 Consumer Shows And More
More than 80 per cent of people in Japan say they believe this summer’s Olympics in Tokyo will not take place due to COVID-19, according to a couple of recent polls. The CBC has more here. As it stands now, Brooke Henderson and Alena Sharp would play in the women’s golf competition, with Mackenzie Hughes […]