After 23 years with Golf Manitoba, Garth Goodbrandson will retire as the Director of Player Development at the end of 2020. Golf Manitoba has more here.
Link: Myles Creighton Has Georgia On His Mind At LOCALiQ Series Championship
Myles Creighton of Digby, N.S., will tee it up in in this week’s season-ending 72-hole LOCALiQ Series Championship at TPC Sugarloaf in Duluth, Ga. Glenn MacDonald has more here for the Chronicle Herald.
Alberta Golf Introduces New Director Of Business Transformation
Sarah Urbanowski has joined Alberta Golf as director of business transformation and will be responsible for leading market research and developing a value proposition for the recreational golfer and enhancing digital innovation within the association. Urbanowski is a brand and communications strategist with over a decade of experience developing and managing brands, as well as […]
Link: Coach Loving His Visit To The “Magic Kingdom” At Augusta
“It’s like a Magic Kingdom for adults who love the game of golf,” says national men’s coach Derek Ingram of Augusta National, where he is this week as coach for Corey Conners at the Masters. Russ Hobson has more here for Global News.
North Battleford Golf And Country Club Seeks Mechanic
The North Battleford Golf and Country Club in North Battleford, Sask., is seeking a mechanic. The successful applicant will be self-motivated and dedicated to achieving extremely high standards. The position will report directly to the golf superintendent and will play a significant role in our turf management team. Qualifications: Formal mechanical training or relevant experience. […]
Link: Coronavirus Causes A Rough Ride For Jaclyn Lee
The coronavirus pandemic has caused LPGA Tour player Jaclyn Lee of Calgary to sleep in her car, isolate from family and deal with her caddie testing positive. Beth Ann Nichols has more here for Golfweek.
Adam Cox Named President Of Mint Green Group
Adam Cox has been named president of the Mint Green Group.. Cox will oversee the company’s Golf Division, including Nike Golf, Cleveland, Srixon, XXIO and Greg Norman, as well as leading all aspects of the company’s day-to-day operations.
Catalyst Group Introduces Two New Sales Reps
The Catalyst Group has announced two new sales reps who will handle all golf accounts for all of is brands, including Columbia Sportswear, Columbia Golf, Champion and Next Level Apparel. Troy Howe will handle the Atlantic Canada territory. Howe can be reached by e-mail at troyhowegolf@gmail.com or by phone at (506) 381-9701. Scott Payne will […]
PGA Of Canada Atlantic Names 2020 Awards Finalists
PGA of Canada Atlantic has named the finalists for its 2020 awards. The winners will be announced Wednesday. Club Professional of the Year Jonathan Garron, Abercrombie Country Club Trevor Giggey, Fox Meadow Golf Club Jamie Moran, Belvedere Golf Club Apprentice Professional of the Year Andrew Connors, Kingswood Josh Landine, Ashburn Golf Club Evan McFarlane, Algonquin […]
PGA Of Saskatchewan Announces 2020 Award Winners
The PGA of Saskatchewan has named the winners of its 2020 awards: Graham Coulter Trophy – Professional of the Year Brennen Gee, Saskatoon G&CC Apprentice Professional of the Year Brad Lovatt, Long Creek G&CC Junior Leader of the Year Paul Schatz, Joanne Goulet GC John Gaudet Trophy – Teacher of the Year Jeff Chambers, Elmwood […]