The Mountain State of Golf
Volume 4, Issue 2, Spring 2024
Brand takes 105th WV Amateur Championship
Christian Brand of Scott Depot repeated his 2011 win in the 105th WV Amateur Championship, presented by Astorg Motor Company and Mercedes-Benz of Charleston, sponsored by United Bank and conducted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA).
13 years after he first won the Championship, Brand led the first round by two at (-6) 64, the second round by 10 at (-13) 127 and the third round by 12 at (-18) 192 before finishing with a 21-stroke lead at (-22) 258 for the four-day Championship at The Greenbrier.
Rounding out the top five after four rounds of play were Nick Dent of White Sulphur Springs at (-1) 279, Ryan Bilby of Follansbee at even par 280, Owen Elliott of Hedgesville at (+1) 281 and defending champion Cameron Jarvis of Barboursville, Christian Casingal of Morgantown and Bryson Beaver of Elkview tied for fifth at (+3) 283.
After four rounds of play, Brand accumulted 24 birdies, Mitch Hoffman of Hurricane had 17 birdies and an eagle, Beaver had 16 birdies and
Tommy Evans of Charles Town (above left) took Low Junior honors at (+10) 290, while Jonathan Clark of Hurricane (shown with Chris Slack) took Low Senior honors at (+11) 291.
an eagle, Clayton Thomas of Proctorville, Ohio had 15 birdies and Bilby had 14 birdies.
“The Greenbrier is truly a special place for the game of golf, and Christian Brand made this event a master class over four days,” said Astorg Auto General Manager Tyler Astorg.
“This has been a great week for amateur golf in West Virginia and we all congratulate Christian on this outstanding win,” said The Greenbrier’s Head Golf Professional Hill Herrick. “After first place, the rest of the leaders made it a close match.”
“This week is very special for golf in West Virginia and that’s because of the history of not only this event, but The Greenbrier Resort as well. And to our sponsors, Astorg Auto and United Bank, we couldn’t do this without them,” said WVGA Executive Director Chris Slack.
“We had a record number of first-time participants and a champion who basically broke every record the West Virginia Amateur had. Christian’s week will be remember forever in West Virginia golf history.”
Brand broke records for the largest margin of victory at 21 (previously 15), tied lowest score ever during a West Virginia Amateur round on Old White at 63, best relation to par at (-22), previously (-14) and best total score of 258 (previously 270).
Bilby and Moore win Tri-State PGA Classic divisions and Guyan Golf & Country Club
After a first day that concluded with a fourway tie for the lead, Ryan Bilby of Follansbee broke out of the pack to win the 2024 WV Tri-State PGA Classic at Guyan Golf & Country Club with an (-8) 134, defeating Noah Mullens of Milton by one stroke.
Cole Moore of Huntington took the professional division with a (+1) 143, also earning the top purse of $1,000.
“It’s great to see Guyan members finish in top five positions in both amateurs and professionals. We are proud to have a facility that can prepare players to compete at the highest level in West Virginia,” said Guyan’s head PGA professional Rick Ellison. “The weather was great the last two days and we’re already looking forward to next year.”
“Congratulations to Ryan Bilby and Cole Moore for winning their divisions,” said WVGA’s Director of Junior Golf and Core Services Lucas Ware. “This was the best event yet in our partnership with the Tri-State PGA section. The weather was great, and the leaderboard was packed with the best players in the state.”
The 2024 West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) season opened with a four-way tie for the lead at Guyan Golf & Country Club for the WVGA Tri-State PGA Classic, featuring 46 amateur and professional players.
Tied for the lead after day one at four under par (-4) 67 are amateurs Ryan Bilby of Follansbee, Christian Brand of Scott Depot, Davey Jude of Kermit and Noah Mullens of Milton. Topping the professional leaderboard at one under par (-1) 70 was Cole Moore of Huntington.
“It’s an honor to host the best amateurs and professionals from the state.” WVGA’s Director of Junior Golf and Core Services Lucas Ware said. “We’d like to thank the Tri-State PGA organization for their support and Guyan Golf & Country Club for hosting this great event.”
O’Neal and Hart take 2024 WVGA
Two-Man Scramble title at Stonewall
The 2024 West Virginia Two-Man Championship saw the winning team of Hunter O’Neal of Bluefield, Va. and Brian Hart of Bluefield, W. Va. come from one stroke behind yesterday’s leaders to win the championship by four strokes for a final (-18) 126 thanks, in part, to scoring eight birdies and one eagle.
The first day of the two-day event saw strong scores across the board in three flights. The sold-out field of 50 teams, 100 golfers, enjoyed springtime sunshine and sometimes stiff breezes as the day progressed.
At the end of the first day. the team of Jared Taylor of Bluefield and Jess Ferrell of Fairmont led the 14-team Championship Flight with a nine under par (-9) 63. The First Flight saw a four-way tie for first at four under par (-4) 68 among the 16 teams. The Second Flight saw a five-way tie for first among the 20 teams.
“We’ve been looking forward to hosting this popular WVGA event that sold out in under an hour,” said Stonewall’s Head Golf Professional Mike Rogers. “Golfers love the event and the location and for two days they’ll face a challenging course and have a great time.”
The Championship, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association on the Palmer Course at Stonewall Resort, saw five teams tied for second in the Championship Flight at (-14) 130.
• Jeremy Vallet of Logan and Cory Hoshor of Eleanor;
• Noah Mullens of Milton and Jack Michael of Huntington;
• Davey Jude of Kermit and Cam Roam of Huntington;
• Christian Brand of Scott Depot and Bosten Miller of Hurricane; and
• Bryson Beaver of Elkview and Lucas Lange.
In the First Flight, Wes Duncan of Daniels and Tad Tomblin of Alums Creek finished at (-11) 133 defeating Brian Anania of Scott Depot and Jonathan Clark of Hurricane in a scorecard tie-breaker.
“It was a good finish for the teams, but I thought the course might actually win,” said Mike Rogers, head golf professional at Stonewall Resort. “We are honored to host this WVGA tournament.”
In the Second Flight, Christian and Jerry McKisic, both of Buckhanon, came from a fiveway tie for the lead yesterday to finish at (-10) 134, leading the remainder of their flight by seven strokes.
“There was some great action on the course today, showing what a difference a day can make in the sport of golf,” said WVGA’s Executive Director Chris Slack. “We are pleased with the weather and the event, and we thank Mike Rogers and his Stonewall staff for their hard work to make this happen.”
Hawkins, Hinkle take WVGA 24th Junior Match Play titles at Parkersburg Country Club
The final day of play for the Junior Match Play Championship, conducted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA), took place Sunday at Parkersburg Country Club.
“We’d like to thank Adam Chestnut, Pat Maher and everyone at the Parkersburg Country Club for hosting the 24th Junior Match Play Championship,” said WVGA Executive Director Chris Slack. “It’s always a pleasure to see what they do for youth golf.”
In the girls’ championship match, Hurricane’s Savannah Hawkins defeated Oceana’s Kerri-Anne Cook to take her second consecutive title 2 and 1. Following the win, Hawkins said, “I love this course and it means a lot to me to have my mom here to watch on Mother's Day.”
“This event on Mother’s Day weekend gives parents a great opportunity to watch their kids play, especially the mothers of Savannah and McCartney,” said Head Golf Professional Adam Chesnut. “The course made the turn last week after the wind and rain and it was in really good shape today thanks to Superintendent Pat Maher and his crew.”
On the boys’ side, McCartney Hinkle of Bluefield Va. defeated Jack Michael of Hunting-
ton 2 and 1 to claim the championship title. Starting the semi-finals earlier Sunday, Michael defeated Jackson Woodburn of Scott Depot 1 up, while Hinkle defeated Tommy Evans of Charles Town 4 and 3. “I knew Jack could reach the last hole in two shots so I’m glad to have made the putt on 17 to close it out,” Hinkle said. Following two Junior Match Play qualifiers for players under 18, conducted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA), the final matches for girls and boys are set for Sunday at Parkersburg Country Club. Girls played a Round of Eight, then semi-finals and the Championship match to crown Hawkins. Hinkle played in the Round of 16, the Round of Eight, semi-finals and the Championship match to claim his title.
“We want to congratulate Savannah and McCartney and thank everyone at the Parkersburg Country Club for hosting the 24th WVGA Junior Match Play Championship,” said WVGA Director of Junior Golf and Core Services Lucas Ware.
“We’re pleased to once again host the WVGA Junior Match Championship at Parkersburg Country Club on the course that started the Junior Tour under Larry Martin,” said Head Golf Professional Adam Chesnut. “We love to see the kids get to change it up and do match play.”
Beaver and Vest win 2024 WVGA Four-Ball Match Play Championship at Glade Springs
Two teams faced off on May 19 for the West Virginia Golf Association’s (WVGA) Four-Ball Match Play Championship on the Cobb Course at The Resort at Glade Springs in Daniels Sunday.
In the Championship round Sunday afternoon, Bryson Beaver of Elkview and Tanner Vest of Shady Spring emerged victorious over the team of Cory Hoshor of Eleanor and Davey Jude of Kermit 1 up. Beaver and Vest had previously won the WVGA Four-Ball Championship in 2022 and 2023.
In Sunday afternoon’s semi-final round, the team of quarterfinals, the team of Bryson Beaver of Elkview and Tanner Vest of Shady Spring defeated the team of Chase Wolfe and John Logan Taylor, both of Charleston, 7 and 6 to advance to the Championship. The team of Cory Hoshor of Eleanor and Davey Jude of Kermit defeated the team of Christian Brand of Scott Depot and Noah Mullens of Milton 2 up to secure the other Championship slot.
“It was great to have a championship course hosting championship players,” said Jared Porter, golf professional at The Resort at Glade Springs. “Our congratulations go to Bryson and Tanner.”
“The golf today was great, and we got all we could imagine in a championship match. Congratulations go to Bryson and Tanner for their terrific win,” said WVGA Executive Director Chris Slack.
Earning Medalist honors in the opening qualifying round with a two-stroke lead at nine under par 63 were Joseph Kalaskey of South Charleston and Ryan Bilby of Follansbee.
“It was a perfect day to play golf in West Virginia today at The Resort at Glade Springs,” said WVGA Executive Director Chris Slack. “We had a field of 31 teams Friday, but that will be cut to 16 teams for Saturday.”
In Saturday morning’s Round of 16 match play:
• Duncan Waugaman and Cam Roam defeated Joseph Kalaskey and Ryan Bilby of Follansbee;
• Chase Wolfe and John Logan Taylor defeated Doss Howell and Landon Perry;
• Bryson Beaver and Tanner Vest defeated Mason Weese and Mitch Hoffman;
• Hunter O’Neal and Ben Ramsey defeated Nikolas Tomblin and Mario Palumbo;
• Sam O’Dell and Pat Carter defeated Chris and Nathan Daniels;
• Christian Brand and Noah Mullens defeated Johnathan Winkler and Grant Winkler;
• Cory Hoshor and Davey Jude defeated Patrick McCune and Tyler Hillyer; and
• Christopher Hafner and Troy Markley, defeated Chad Baldwin and Brandon Tinney
Jared Porter, golf professional at Glade Springs Resort, said, “The weather has been hit or miss, but the course will help determine the best players this weekend. It’s great to see some of the best amateur golfers in the state paired up.”
In Saturday afternoon’s quarterfinals, the team of Chase Wolfe and John Logan Taylor defeated Duncan Waugaman and Cam Roam, 2 and 1; they will face Bryson Beaver and Tanner Vest who defeated Hunter O’Neal and Ben Ramsey, 2 and 1 to advance to Sunday. On the other side of the bracket, Christian Brand and Noah Mullens defeated Sam O’Dell and Pat Carter, 2 and 1, while Cory Hoshor and Davey Jude defeated Christopher Hafner and Troy Markley, 5 and 4 to advance to Sunday.
“We’re excited to have the best 16 teams competing for a chance to move on to Sunday’s Championship,” said Porter.
Pat Carter wins fifth consecutive WV Senior Open; Kaufman takes Senior Division
The West Virginia Senior Open, hosted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA) on ay 20 and 21, saw Pat Carter of Huntington take his fifth consecutive title, while Jay Kaufman of Mineral Wells took the Senior Division title at Berry Hills Country Club in Charleston.
The two-day event was open to both amateur and professional golfers.
Carter held on to his first day lead to win the Championship Division with a seven-stroke margin, finishing at four under par 136. Jonathan Clark of Hurricane and Bryan Myers of Wheeling tied for second at three over par 143, while Mike Boggs of Hedgesville and Ian Patrick of Huntington tied for fourth at nine over par 149.
Jay Kaufman of Mineral Wells moved from a tie for third after the first day of competition to win the Senior Division with an 18 over par 158. Cledus Judd of Huntington finished two strokes behind at 20 over par 160. Rick Degroff of Montrose and Mark White of South Charleston tied for third at 22 over par 162, while Jim Freeman of Barboursville took fifth place at 24 over par 164.
“The course was in great shape with greens that were challenging,” said Barry Evans, head golf professional at Berry Hills. “We were honored to have such a strong field for the WVGA Senior Open Championship and we congratulate Pat Carter on another great win.”
“We’re very grateful for the weather this week and we thank Berry Hills Country Club for their hospitality and course conditions,” said WVGA Director of Women’s Golf and One Day Series Sarah Cole.
At the end of the first day’s play Carter led the field of 30 golfers in the championship division with a two under par 68, scoring six birdies along the way. Jonathan Clark of Hurricane was two strokes behind with an even par 70. Rounding out the top five were Bryan Myers of Wheeling and Michael Koreski of Parkersburg, tied at
two over par 72, and Mark Strickland of Boone and professional John Ross of Freeman tied at three over par 73.
Mark White of South Charleston led the 15-player senior division after the first day at eight over par 78, followed by James Carney of Charleston at nine over par 79, Cledus Judd of Huntington and Jay Kaufman of Mineral Wells tied at 10 over par 80 and Jim Freem of Barboursville at 11 over par 81.
“We were thrilled to host this championship at Berry Hills Country Club in Charleston and to have had such good weather,” Cole said. “The course conditions were incredible.”
Collins wins 51st WV Women’s Senior Amateur Championship at Glade Springs by two strokes
Melanie Collins of Parkersburg held on to her first-day lead to take the 51st playing of the West Virginia Women’s Senior Amateur Championship, conducted by the West Virginia Golf Association (WVGA), with a two-stroke lead at (+15) 159. The Championship took place June 17 and 18 on the Cobb Course at The Resort at Glade Springs.
“We were delighted to have the Women’s Senior Amateur here on the Cobb Course and to see these women play so well,” said Glade Springs Head Golf Professional Kyle Long. “We are all so ecstatic to have Sarah Cole on board with the WVGA. She put on a wonderful Women’s Senior Amateur Championship.”
“We want to thank Glade Spring for hosting us and PSIMED for sponsoring our players’ dinner Monday night,” said WVGA Director of Women’s Golf and One Day Series Sarah Cole. “The women overcame many challenging course conditions and I hope each player enjoyed their time while competing. Congratulations to Melanie Collins and the other winners! We hope to see many more of our women golfers next year!”
Other division winners were:
• Championship Net: Karen Kinnett of Shepherdstown and Collins, (-4) 140;
• First Flight Gross: Janie Webber of Daniels, (+29) 173;
• First Flight Net: Mary Cavendish of Daniels, (-5) 139;
• Second Flight Gross: Carolyn Outman of Hurricane, (+55) 199;
• Second Flight Net: Kim Murphy of Winfield, (+5) 149;
• Super Senior Third Flight Gross: Drema Watts of St. Albans, (+31) 175;
• Super Senior Third Flight Net: Esther Joo of Summersville, (-5) 139;
• Super Senior Fourth Flight Gross: Lois Kinneer of Hurricane, (+66) 210; and
• Super Senior Fourth Flight Net: Grethe Christensen of Daniels, (+13) 157.
Collins fired a six over par 78 for the first day’s lead in the Championship division in the overall field of 44 golfers.
“The WVGA always enjoys coming to Glade Springs,” said WVGA Director of Women’s Golf and One Day Series Sarah Cole. “There were al lot of good shots during the first day and even more on the final day.”
Glade Springs Head Golf Professional Kyle Long said, “The course was good and a bit firm, as were the greens. We loved showing off the course to the best women golfers in the state.”
Meet the WVGA P.J. Boatwright Interns
In 1991, the USGA established the P.J. Boatwright Jr. Internship Program, in which the WVGA has been participating for many years. This program is designed to give experience to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in golf administration, while assisting state and regional golf associations in the promotion of amateur golf, on a short-term, entry-level basis.
The common thread running through the internship is exposure to tournament preparations, administration and post-tournament business. The nature of tournament administration will test one’s patience, initiative and decision-making abilities, as well as one’s ability to endure long hours and hard work.
Those threads run through WVGA’s 2024 interns:
Owen Leary is a three-month intern from Wheeling who is a psychology major at Denison University in Granville, Ohio. His dad share the opportunity with him. Owen was interested in the position because he played early competetive golf and in high school, as well. He wanted to get a new perspective on the game by seeing things from “behind the scenes.” “What I like best about this opportunity is the chance to spend my days outside on the golf course,” Owen said. “It’s hard to be mad or stressed on the golf coures. It’s fun seeing the courses around the state.” His least favorite parts of the internship are the travel and hotel stays. When asked what advice he would give future interns, he said, “Face everything throughout the day with a smile and positive attitude. If you’re willing to do as asked, you’ll have a great time.”
Aidan Page of St. Albans is the other three-month intern. He is a management major at WVU and earned of the internship opportunity through a WVGA email after buying his VIP card. He said he applied for the position because he loves golf and the work fits with his studies. “The best part of this internship is traveling to different courses I wouldn’t see otherwise and even getting to play on a few of them,” Aidan said. “I also really like the people I get to work with here.” He said he’s not so crazy about sleeping in hotels and he needs to improve his time management skills. Aidan’s advice to future interns would be to learn the rules of golf for tournaments and develop a good travel routine.
Owen Tinney is the seven-month marketing intern, A Charleston native, he’s studying multimedia design at Mount West Community College. Like Aidan, Owen heard about the internship through a WVGA email. He applied because the job seemed like a perfect fit, combining his love of golf with work in advertising and marketing. “Working tournaments is fun, but creating social media posts and designing WVGA materials is the best fun,” Owen said. His least favorite part of the internship is handling big batches of VIP orders. His advice to others is to be proficient at Microsoft Excel. “I wish someone had taught me how to make mailing labels,” he added.
Swing into the season as a VIP Card holder
VIP Card Holders have access to 66 West Virginia private, public and resort courses at EXCLUSIVE VIP rates. They also receive an official Handicap Index for score posting and each golfer has a specific, private number assigned to them. When you purchase the VIP Card you are a member of the WVGA and are eligible to participate in WVGA events.
2024 West Virginia VIP Card Rules & Regulations:
• 2024 West Virginia VIP Cardholder is entitled to the round(s) of golf listed from 1/1/2024 through 12/31/2024.
• Some clubs may limit daily VIP play at their discretion. Please call ahead for tee times.
• Fee includes motorized cart, unless otherwise noted.
• Please call 24 hours in advance of requesting a tee time, you must ID yourself as a West Virginia VIP cardholder.
• VIP Cards may not be used for tournaments or special events.
• Cardholder must present their VIP Card before playing. ID may be requested, VIP Cards are non-transferrable.
• Cardholder must abide by dress code and other regulations of the VIP course.
• Members 17 and younger must play with an adult.
• Replacement VIP Cards are $15, payable to the WVGA.
The West Virginia VIP Card is one of the many benefits of becoming a member of the WVGA. At right are all 66 courses VIP Card Holders have access to as well as rates and restrictions. Courses are broken down by region/eClub. Each circle represents the amount of plays each course offers. Click here for more details or to purchase a card
First Tee - WV adds program director: Meet
Alyssa Scragg
Alyssa Scragg was destined to work in the golf world in West Virginia!
She was recruited out of high school in St. Louis, Mo., to play golf for The University of Charleston (UC). She spent four years on the team, While at UC, she earned her degree in graphic desi and met David Scragg, who was also a golfer for the school. He is Assistant Golf Professional at Edgewood Country Club in Sissonville. They were married Sept. 23, 2023 and now live in Scott Depot with Reya, their four-year-old 70-pound coonhound mix.
Alyssa became Program Director for First Tee – West Virginia on May 1, 2024.
According to First Tee - West Virginia Executive Director Jeff Preast, her main responsibilities will be overseeing the First Tee golf course program across the state, the program coaches and volunteers, providing support to our First Tee School Program teachers, program marketing, running the Callaway Junior Tour Rookie League and assisting with other WVGA events. Outside of work, Alyssa enjoys doing photography and videography for weddings, reading, and playing golf!
“We are excited to have Alyssa as part of our staff,” said Preast. “In her first few months on
the job, she has hit the ground running, and has been a big help to us both with the First Tee and at WVGA events. With us continuing to grow and expand our program across the state of West Virginia, it was essential for us to add another full-time First Tee staff member, so having someone with the skill set that Alyssa has will be a big help to us moving forward.”
Alyssa worked in several fields before joining WVGA. Her husband heard about the new position from a friend, shared it with her and destiny was fulfilled.
“This position aligns with my personal and professional goals and allowed me to use my education,” Alyssa said. “I love what First Tee stands for and knew I could make a difference in the lives of children in West Virginia.
“What I like most is visiting our green grass locations and meeting the kids,” she explained. “I love to see the moment a child learns something new or something just clicks for them.”
First Tee - WV recruits Ambassador:
Meet Dee Rumbaugh
“We are delighted and lucky to have someone like Dee Rumbaugh as an Ambassador for our First Tee Program,” said First Tee – West Virginia Executive Director Jeff Preast. “Dee is passionate, enthusiastic and wants to see our program continue to grow statewide. We are excited to have her on our team!”
Preast said Dee’s main responsibilities will be promoting the program in the community and assisting with fundraising initiatives.
“Golf has been one of my passions for many years. I enjoy playing the game, as well as being a spectator,” Dee explained. “I learned the difference golf can make in childhood development with my son who started playing golf at age five. My first experience with the WVGA was when he started playing competitive golf. Today, my son is a competent, responsible, respectful and accomplished young man and I attribute his passion for golf as a major contributing factor”
Dee joined the First Tee team in 2023 as an assistant to the coach of the Coonskin golf course program. “I met so many precious kids and teens ages 5 to 16,” she said. “I learned firsthand that First Tee is all about the kids...positively impacting the lives of young people.”
When discussing her new role, she explained, “First on my Ambassador to-do list is to learn the intricate parts of the educational program curriculum and its mission to install the nine core values as a foundation to build character which will promote lifelong heathy choices.” She added that the curriculum process will give her defined knowledge of the program which will allow her to support the current participating schools and encourage other schools to join
the First Tee educational program. She is confident her 25 years as a professional organizational development trainer and passion for golf will give her a bit of an advantage to suppport First Tee to reach new goals.
“Today’s youth are our future leaders. I like the idea of building game changers by empowering our youth through the game of golf...while supporting every child’s well being and success,” Dee said. “Thank you, First Tee, for giving me the opportunity to make a positive difference in the lives of our youth...one child at a time.”
CLUBS IN HANDS CAMPAIGN is an annual campaign focused on raising the necessary funds to establish the First Tee School Program in all West Virginia Elementary and Middle Schools.
The focus of First Tee - West Virginia is to give young people, ages 5-18, of all backgrounds an opportunity to develop, through golf, character education and life-enhancing values such as honesty, integrity and sportsmanship. The Life Skills Experience is one of the unique features that separates our program from many other junior golf programs.
The First Tee School Program is currently implemented in over 190 schools across West Virginia, while our golf course program is taught at 8 locations statewide. Our goal is to establish the First Tee School Program in every Elementary and Middle School and grow our golf course program. Together, with your support, you will help us reach our goal and provide opportunities for our youth to grow through our golf and character education program. TOGETHER WE CAN PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY TOGETHER WE CAN PROVIDE OPPORTUNITY
"Without the First Tee, I would not be where or who I am today I will forever be grateful for the First Tee and the love for the game of golf it has given me. As a current collegiate golfer, I am thankful for the skills and lessons the First Tee provided me with, and am most thankful for the friendships the game of golf has allowed me to form!" - Emma Nicol
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Edgewood County Club
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Pete Dye Golf Club
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The Pines Country Club
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