MSGA March 2016

March 2016 Issue # 23

Antigua’s

MEN’S & Women’s DIVISION 2016 Schedule of Events

Spring 2016 men’s

Five Questions

outerwear Collection

Derek Sprague

PGA of America President

RULES REVISITED Knowing the Definitions of the Rules of Golf Destination report Shoulder Season Shines in South Florida at PGA Golf Club, PGA National Resort and Spa

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Executive Director’s Welcome

Golf Industry Report OVERALL HEALTH STATISTICS:

ENVIRONMENT:

• Golf is nearly $70 billion industry.

• 77% of 18 hole facilities in the U.S. have taken steps to conserve energy.

• Golf impacts approximately 2 million American jobs with $55.6 billion in annual wage income and makes significant contributions to America’s culture and economy.

• One out of every 75 jobs in the United States is impacted by the golf industry (2 million out of 50 million).

• Approximately 143,000 charity events had 12 million participants in 2011 and raised $3.9 billion ($26,300 per event).

• Approximately 25 million Americans play 455 million rounds annually at the nation’s 15,350 facilities.

• 76 percent of facilities are open to the public.

• Approximately 9 of 10 golfers play on public courses.

POSITIVE INDICATORS: • Through November 2015, rounds played at U. S. golf facilities were up 2% year over year.

• Through November 2015, 35 states posted year-overyear increases in rounds played.

• Through November 2015, rounds played per day have been relatively consistent over the past three years with 18 hole courses averaging 89-90 rounds per day during this span. This is up from the average of 87 rounds experienced during the span 2010-2012.

• In 2015, GolfTEC set records for number of locations, number of lessons given, number of clients, number of PGA Professionals employed and total sales.

William K. Smith, Executive Director, Maryland State Golf Association

• 65% of golf courses have completed upgrades to irrigation systems in the past 10 years.

• More than 70% of acreage on an 18- hole golf course is considered green space that provides benefits to the eco-system, reduce maintenance and support wildlife habitat.

• Golf’s use of water continues to improve. A new GCSAA study shows that golf courses reduced water use by 21.8% between 2005 and 2013. Increased use of recycled water supported usage reductions from other sources such as municipal or potable water.

• Golf courses account for more than two million acres of green space in the U.S. • Innovative practices and conservation measures have helped reduce water use on golf courses.

Conservation procedures, use of advanced irrigation systems, development of drought-resistant turfgrass, and the availability of affordable tools such as moisture meters have supported water use efficiency.

SUPPORTED INITIATVES: The golf industry is supporting a number of shared initiatives aimed at growing the game.

• Drive, Chip & Putt • Get Golf Ready • LPGA/USGA Girls Golf • PGA Junior League Golf • The first tee.

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Contents Executive Director’s Welcome

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William K. Smith, Executive Director, Maryland State Golf Association

msga MEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP

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Men’s division 2016 schedule of events

msga WOMEN’S CHAMPIONSHIP

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Women’s division 2016 schedule of events

Five Questions

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Derek Sprague, PGA of America President

RULES REVISITED

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Knowing the definitions of the rules of golf

Destination report

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Shoulder season shines in South Florida at PGA Golf Club , PGA National Resort and Spa

MSGA

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2016 Team-State-Bracket

MAPGA

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2016 Tournament schedule

The Antigua Group

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Spring 2016 Men’s - Outerwear Collection

STATE NEWS

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MSGA 2016 Schedule of Events Share

MARYLAND STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

Emich House 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 145, Baltimore, MD 21208 www.msga.org

Men’s Championships Team Championship

April 2-3-9-10-16-17

Various Clubs

Four-Ball

Thurs., May 5

Argyle

Amateur/Open Pre-Qualifying

Mon., May 2

Eisenhower

Mon. May 9

Hobbit’s Glen

Thurs., May 19

Andrews

Mon., May 23

Hog Neck

Senior Four-Ball

Tues., May 31

Mountain Branch

Maryland Amateur

Thurs. – Sun., June 9 – 12

Elkridge

Junior Amateur

Mon. – Tues., June 27 – 28

Maryland Golf

Maryland Open

Mon. – Wed., July 11 – 13

Bulle Rock

Father-Son

Thurs., July 21

Eagle’s Nest

Pro-Amateur

Mon., July 25

Cattail Creek

Amateur Public Links

Thurs., July 28

Greystone

Mid-Amateur

Mon. – Tues., August 15 – 16

Woodmore

Senior Amateur

Tues. – Wed., September 13 -14

Hunt Valley GC

Senior Team Championship

September 10-11-17-18-24

Various Clubs

Senior Open

Mon. – Tues., October 10 – 11

Hillendale

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2016 Schedule of Events MSGA Share

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MSGA 2016 Schedule of Events Share

MARYLAND STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

Emich House 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 145, Baltimore, MD 21208 www.msga.org

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Invitationals BW Junior Team Matches

Sat., August 27

Chartwell

BW Team Matches

Sat., September 17

Kenwood

Past Presidents

Thurs., September 22

Manor

Senior Team Challenge Match

Wed., October 5

Lehigh CC (PA)

Mid-Atlantic Junior Invitational

Sat. – Sun., October 22 – 23

Parkersburg CC

USGA Qualifying Events US Open Local

Tue. May 17

Crofton

US Amateur

Mon., July 18

Woodholme

US Four-Ball

Mon.,October 17

Norbeck

MSGA One-Day Four-Ball Events Fri., April 15

Eagle’s Nest

Thurs. May 12

Winter’s Run

Mon., June 6

GC at South River

Mon. August 8

Argyle

Wed., September 7

Norbeck

Thurs., October 20

Suburban

MEN’S DIVISION 2016 Schedule of Events

MSGA 2016 Women’s Division Schedule for Luncheon Share

MARYLAND STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

Emich House 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 145, Baltimore, MD 21208 www.msga.org

Women’s Championships May 7-22

Team Championship

Various Clubs

June 1–2

Mid-Amateur Championship

Kenwood

June 21-22

Junior Championship

Rolling Road

July 8-10

Junior Poindexter Cup

Lodestone

July 19-22

Amateur Championship

Manor

July 29-31

Junior Mid-Atlantic Challenge

Williamsburg CC (VA)

August 12

Mixed Two-Ball Championship

Prospect Bay

August 19

Two-Woman Team MidHandicap Championship

Green Spring

August 29

4 Lady Invitational

Woodmore

September 12-13

Senior Championship

Sparrows Point

September 28

Two Woman Team Championship

Greystone

October 17-18

Open Championship

Columbia

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2016 Women’s Division Schedule for Luncheon MSGA Share

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Derek Sprague

PGA of America President

As the PGA of America celebrates a Centennial, what is the Association’s focus in commemorating a century as a leader in golf?

Our Centennial celebration officially began Jan. 27 at the 63rd PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, where we launched “ThxPGAPro,” a year-long campaign to give a most deserved “thank you” to our PGA Professionals. The PGA Professional serves as the tangible connection between the game and all who play it. Our member professionals are the backbone of the game and their impact in the industry has grown exponentially as the game of golf expanded in this country and around the world. It has been a remarkable century of growing the game and it is tremendous to share our members and their many incredible stories of service. We urge all golfers to support their favorite PGA Professional at ThxPGAPro.com http://thxpgapro. com or on their social channels (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) using #thxpgapro (https://twitter.com/search?q=%23thxpgapro&src=typd).

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What have been some of the activities associated with the PGA Centennial?

Golf Channel http://www.golfchannel.com/ teamed with us to present 41 days of profiling our nationwide PGA Sections during a 100-day Centennial celebration from Jan. 27 through May 4, which is PGA Instruction Day. Our Association began with seven Sections, and today there are 41 compelling stories that showcase PGA Professionals as coaches, mentors, a trusted friend and an inspiration. On May 4, the Centennial 100-day celebration culminates with six sites across the country featuring PGA Professionals hosting clinics and televised by Golf Channel.

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When you think back upon the PGA’s century in golf, what are some of the impact moments in Association history?

From the beginning, our Association united behind then-78 members elected on April 10, 1916, while our country was facing both major social and political issues. One year after our founding, the United States entered World War I. The Association supported our military and held together during war time by making key financial decisions that steadily attracted members, encouraged participation in golf and worked to find employment for our members. We began the PGA Championship in October 1916 and hosted the first Ryder Cup in 1927, two jewels of the PGA that remain strong through the years. Fast forward to 2015, the inaugural KPMG Women’s PGA Championship is a landmark event in PGA history as we teamed for the first time with the LPGA and KPMG to enhance this major championship and also host a women’s golf summit to showcase the positive effects the game has on the careers and lives of women executives.

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What do you envision the century ahead has in store for golf and the PGA of America?

We live in exciting, changing times where the discriminating customer seeks even more value out of the game. Golf has been challenged before and it has always met the challenges because of the incredible people within the industry. Our campaign is to promote that value and the opportunities golf offers socially while attracting more young people to golf. One of our most visible growth indicators is PGA Junior League Golf, which celebrated its fifth season in 2015. This program serves as a major contributor to helping increase junior participation by 800,000 over the past five years. We’re very proud that some of the game’s greatest stars are tremendous role models: Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, Lexi Thompson, Rory McIlroy and Michelle Wie. While PGA Junior League keeps growing, so does the Drive, Chip & Putt Championship. PGA Professionals and Sections are scheduled to host 300-plus qualifiers over the next year, as juniors step up to earn a berth in the national finals at Augusta National Golf Club the Sunday before the Masters Tournament.

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If the PGA Founders were alive today, what might be their assessment of the PGA’s Centennial?

I believe that our Founders would marvel at how far the PGA of America has come in elevating the golf profession. The PGA offers a world-class education program to prepare our members for an extremely competitive business environment. We are an Association that has built strong alliances; work daily to serve our members, attract new audiences, and reach out to local communities to support charitable endeavors. Above all, the PGA Professional is a trusted member of a community, a friend and a positive role model for the next generation of players.

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RULES REVISITED

Knowing the Definitions of the Rules of Golf

By Kelly E. Newland, MSGA Director of Rules & Competitions

Earlier this winter and into the spring many of our rules officials and volunteers with the MSGA attend a USGA Rules of Golf workshop. These workshops typically last three full days and are followed by taking a 100 question test so that we can become certified in the Rules of Golf. One of the many things you become familiar with when taking these workshops are the definitions in the rules book.

Most would argue that knowing and understanding the definitions to the Rules of Golf are the single most important aspect of becoming knowledgeable with this aspect of the game. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s take a look at a couple examples of how the definitions play such an important role.

What is a stroke? A stroke is the forward movement of the club with the intention of striking at and moving the ball, but if a player checks his downswing voluntarily before the club head reaches the ball he has not made a stroke. Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s think about how this might be important in everyday situations on the golf course. We have all seen the player who takes a practice swing from the fairway or the tee and accidently moves their ball in play.

Now that we have an understanding of the definition of a stroke, we know that this player had no intent of striking at and moving his ball in play. A penalty would be assessed under Rule 18-2 for the player causing his ball to move and it must be replaced.

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Loose Impediments are another interesting definition that can confuse players at times. Loose Impediments are natural objects including; • Stones, leaves, twigs, branches and the like; • Dung, and • Worms, insects and the like, and the casts and heaps made by them, Provided they are not: • Fixed or growing, • Solidly embedded, or • Adhering to the ball.

The definition of Loose Impediments goes on to tell us that sand and loose soil are loose impediments on the putting green, but not elsewhere. Let’s stop right here in the definition and take a closer look. Rory McIlroy learned about loose impediments the hard way when playing in the 2012 Abu Dhabi Championship. McIlroy removed sand on the fringe on his line of play on the 9th hole, which resulted in a two-stroke penalty that ultimately cost him the Championship. McIlroy could have removed sand from the green in this situation but let’s remember what our definition has to say. Sand and loose soil are loose impediments on the putting green, but not elsewhere. McIlroy received a two stroke penalty under rule 13-2 and had to play his ball as it lied.

What about an insect that lands on your ball? We know that an insect by definition is a loose impediment. If a player’s ball lies through the green, the player may remove the insect with his fingers or blow the insect off the ball. Loose Impediments in a hazard may not be moved when your ball lies in the same hazard. What can we do in this situation? The decisions are here to help us even with the most bizarre of situations.

Decision 23-1/5 tells us that an insect on our ball is not considered to be adhering to the ball. In a hazard the player may not physically touch or remove the insect from the ball. However, the player may take action, such as waiving his hand, a club or towel, to encourage the insect to move. In any case, if the player causes the ball to move he would incur a one stroke penalty and be required to replace the ball.

Take some time with the definitions and study them.

They will serve you well and ultimately give you a much better understanding of the Rules of Golf. The next time a question arises on the golf course you may find the answer simply by knowing the definition in the first section of the book!

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20 Destination report Shoulder Season Shines in South Florida at PGA Golf Club, PGA National Resort and Spa Share

Destination report

Shoulder Season Shines in South Florida at PGA Golf Club, PGA National Resort and Spa

The spring is golf season in Maryland, but Mother Nature hasn’t entirely cooperated over the past few years. For golfers who don’t want to take any chances on getting in a few rounds in late March and April, PGA Golf Club is offering a wide array of packages featuring its three onsite golf courses (Dye, Ryder and Wanamaker), nearby St. Lucie Trail Golf Club and a variety of lodging options to suit any size group.

“Traveling golfers associate South Florida with winter getaways, but the spring is arguably the single best time to tee it up in the Sunshine State,” says Jimmy Terry, PGA General Manager, PGA Golf Club. “The courses are in superb condition, the weather is typically dry and sunny, and the overall value is hard to beat. Generally, fairways are less crowded, the pace of place brisk, and the days are longer.”

For players in search of a quick-hitter, two-night, tworound packages begin at $209 per golfer. Starting at $686 per golfer, “The Handicap Wrecker” includes five nights and five rounds (one on each course, plus an additional area course), for a more immersive experience. All told, there are nearly 20 different options available to book at www.pgavillagegolf.com.

Accommodations are offered in partnership with a number of local area hotels, as well as the onsite, multibedroom “Perfect Drive Villas.”

Weather, conditions and value withstanding, there’s never been a better time to visit PGA Golf Club.

Its 20,000-square-foot clubhouse was completely renovated with a modern golf shop, the AmericanBritish fusion Taplow Pub featuring a cozy, welcoming interior, and NINETEEN-SIXTEEN Bar & Grille, a members-only restaurant adjacent to the 18th Hole of the Wanamaker Course.

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Additionally, PGA Golf Club’s Wanamaker Course underwent a significant re-grassing project late

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last year, heightening the playing experience by introducing new turf to fairways and bunker surrounds, and planting several ornamental species to reframe holes. It was recently rated one of the top-five courses in South Florida by The Golf Channel’s course rating website, Golf Advisor (http://www.golfadvisor.com/).

Extended Stay: PGA National Resort and Spa For many golfers who have been bottled up all winter, the only thing better than one golf destination is two.

Like PGA Golf Club, PGA National Resort and Spa is a golf lover’s dream. The legendary locale offers 90 holes of high-caliber golf on five courses including the famed Champion Course, home to the popular PGA TOUR Honda Classic and past host of the Ryder Cup, PGA Championship and several Senior PGA Championships.

Through April 30, PGA National Resort & Spa’s (http:// www.pgaresort.com/) popular Gold Golf http://www.

pgaresort.com/golf-vacation-packages stay-and-play starts at $329 (per person, per night, double occupancy) and features a daily round on one of the resort’s layouts (surcharge for the Champion Course). Included are nightly deluxe accommodations, complimentary cart fees and club storage, access to PGA TOUR quality practice facilities with unlimited range balls, and full daily breakfast at the Palm Terrace.

Getting There PGA Golf Club is conveniently located off Interstate 95 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. just 50 minutes north ofPalm Beach International Airport (PBI). PGA National Resort and Spa is only 15 minutes north of PBI. Known as the “easy in, easy out” airport, PBI offers nearly 100 non-stop flights to more than 25 cities in the U.S. and Canada. Both golf havens are about a two-hour drive from Orlando, Miami and other Florida population centers. september 2015 | MARYLAND STATE GOLF MAGAZINE

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MAPGA 2016

Tournament Schedule

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March 21

Central Chap Spring Mtg & Pro-Pro Presented by Callaway, Looper – Caddies on Demand, Signature Golf

International CC Fairfax, VA

April 4

Northern Chap Spring Mtg & Pro-Pro Presented by Callaway & Signature Golf

Bulle Rock GC Havre De Grace, MD

April 4

Southern Chap Spring Mtg & Pro-Pro Presented by Callaway

Kingsmill Resort (Woods Course) Williamsburg, VA

April 11

Britt Sloan Scramble Presented by Bushnell

Manor CC Rockville, MD

April 18

MAPGA Senior - Junior

Woodholme CC Pikesville, MD

April 27

Northern Chapter Match Play Deadline

April 27

Central Chapter Match Play Deadline

April 27

Southern Chapter Match Play Deadline

April 27

MAPGA Senior Match Play Deadline

May 9-10

MAPGA Match Play Phase 1 Presented by Antigua and Bridgestone

Stoney Creek GC Nellysford, VA

May 23

Club Car Pro President Presented by WeatherBug & Brooks Brothers/Page & Tuttle

CC of Virginia (James River Course) Richmond, VA

May 31

Northern Chap Championship & Northern Chap Assistant Champ

Suburban Club Pikesville, MD

May 31

Central Chap Championship

Argyle CC Silver Spring, MD

May 31

Southern Chap Championship & Southern Chap Assistant Champ.

Keswick Club Charlottesville, VA

June 6

National Car Rental Spring Pro-Scratch Presented by Oakley & EZGo

Piedmont Club Haymarket, VA

June 20

MAPGA Facility Championship Presented by Morrell Studios

Loudoun G&CC Purcellville, VA

June 27

Central Chap Pro-Junior

Bethesda CC Bethesda, MD

July 5

Delta Dental PGA “Last Chance” Qual

Augustine GC Stafford, VA

July 11-13

Maryland Open

Bulle Rock GC Havre De Grace, MD

July 14-16

Delta Dental State Open of Virginia

Ballyhack GC Roanoke, VA

July 25

MAPGA Women’s Championship Presented by EP Pro

Raspberry Falls G&HC Leesburg, VA

August 1-2

National Car Rental Assistant Champ.

Presented by Gear/UnderArmour

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Tournament Schedule

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August 2

Central Chap Assistant Championship

Laurel Hill GC Lorton, VA

August 15-17

MAPGA Professional Champ

Kingsmill Resort (River Course) & Williamsburg Club Williamsburg, VA

August 29-30

Rocky Gap Senior Champ & MAPGA Qtr Cent Champ & Senior PNC Qualifer

Rocky Gap Resort Cumberland, MD

September 6

Northern Chap Fall Mtg& Pro-Pro/Pro-Asst Presented by PING

Talbot CC Easton, MD

September 6

Central Chap Fall Mtg & Pro-Asst Presented by Signature Golf & PING

The Club at Creighton Farms Aldie, VA

September 12

National Car Rental Fall Pro- Net Presented by Oakley

CC of Petersburg Petersburg, VA

September 19

Southern Chap Fall Mtg & Pro-Pro Presented by PING

Willow Oaks CC Richmond, VA

September 22-23

Senior Open of Virginia

CC of Virginia – Westhampton Richmond, VA

September 26

Club Head Professional Champ Supported by Tournament Solutions

Elkridge Club Baltimore, MD

September 26

MAPGA Teaching Professional Champ

Elkridge Club Baltimore, MD

October 3-4

MAPGA Players Cup

Blue Ridge Shadows GC Front Royal, VA

October 10-11

Maryland Senior Open

Hillendale CC Phoenix, MD

October 17-18

Maryland Women’s Open

Columbia CC Chevy Chase, MD

October 24-25

Matthew Miskelly & Companies Team Championship

Site TBA

Date TBD

MAPGA Match Play Final Phase

TBD after Phase 1

Date TBD

MAPGA Senior Match Play Final Phase

TBD after Semis

Pending 2016 Events

**IMPORTANT 2017 DATE** SEPT 25-27, 2017

MAPGA PROFESSIONAL CHAMP

Site TBA

This is a month later than normal, but given Baltimore CC’s rich history and outstanding courses, the MAPGA Board and Tournament Committee felt it was a worthwhile move to hold our most prestigious event at such a wonderful venue. september 2015 | MARYLAND STATE GOLF MAGAZINE

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The Antigua Group, Inc. announces its Spring

Spring 2016

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lifestyle and golf apparel The Antigua Group 31 Share

pring 2016 Outerwear Collection.

The Antigua Group, Inc. announced its Antigua Windshirts for 2016. The Spring ’16 direction for Antigua’s men’s fashion golfwear directly reflects current trends taking shape in fashion, from couture to ready-to-wear.

“Antigua’s expanded its windshirt category for the 2016 collection,” says Sean Gregg, Vice President of Product Development and Marketing Support. “We’ve developed styles that appeal to various needs and demographics, alike. Interlock knits lined with a brushed tricot mesh knit are bonded together with a water-resistant membrane, for comfort and wind protection.”

Styles Element Vest takes the irregular heather knit pattern from self-collar polo style Element, and is the surface fabric making up the three-layer bonded vest. Contrasted simply by a solid inset at the top shoulder, this is a stylish and functional added layer of warmth.

Coup is a refreshing update to the short-sleeve windshirt.

Using multiple colors of fabric, zipper pocket and placket trim, the quarter-zip, short-sleeve pullover windshirt has been established as an every season wind wear staple. As the trend dictates that short sleeves no longer encroach on the wearer’s elbow, Coup accommodates the trend by allowing freer mobility.

Paragon is a fresh addition to previous successes in Antigua’s windwear lineup. This virtual shell styling utilizes the multilayer fabric developed for Element Vest and Coup, and is interpreted as a raglan sleeved quarter-zip, color-blocked windshirt. Updated detailing comes in the form of color blocking, as the sleeves share the twisted neutral heathers seen throughout the collection and is offset by the primary colors that represent the garment’s body. The fabric’s stretch allows for comfortable movement while simultaneously insulating the golfer.

About Antigua Headquartered in Peoria, Arizona, The Antigua Group, through its license sports division, holds license agreements with National Football League (NFL), Major League Baseball (MLB), Minor League Baseball (MiLB), Major League Soccer (MLS), National Hockey League (NHL) and the National Basketball Association (NBA), Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), along with numerous American universities and colleges for men’s, women’s and children’s apparel, headwear and luggage. Antigua additionally designs, produces and supplies product for corporate America and specialty retail managed under its corporate division. Its golf division also holds license agreements with the PGA TOUR, LPGA and the PGA of America.

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32 state news LEXI THOMPSON, JORDAN SPIETHTO PROMOTE DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTTMONDAY IN NEW YORK CITY Share

LEXI THOMPSON, JORDAN SPIETHTO PROMOTE DRIVE, CHIP AND PUTT MONDAY IN NEW YORK CITY Note: This article was written prior to the event.

AUGUSTA, Ga. –The United States Golf Association (USGA), Masters Tournament and the PGA of America announced that Jordan Spieth, reigning Masters and U.S. Open Champion, and Lexi Thompson, the topranked American on the LPGA Tour, will be in New York City together on Monday, March 14, to promote the upcoming Drive, Chip and Putt National Finals and registration for this summer’s local qualifying.

This fun, free and nationwide youth golf development initiative invites boys and girls, ages 7-15, to participate in local qualifying opportunities set in all 50 states throughout the months of May, June, July and August.

Boys and girls will enter to play across separate divisions in four age categories, with scoring centered around golf’s three fundamental skills (Drive, Chip and Putt).

Top performers at the local level will advance through sub-regional and regional qualifiers in July/August and September, respectively. From these qualifiers, 80 finalists – 40 boys and 40 girls – will earn an invitation to the National Finals at Augusta National Golf Club on Sunday, April 2, the eve of the 2017 Masters Tournament.

Spieth and Thompson will make several stops together throughout the day, including appearances on CBS This Morning, ESPN’s Sports Center and Golf Channel. The MARYLAND STATE GOLF MAGAZINE | september 2015

Drive, Chip and Putt Championship will also be featured on the TODAY Show, “Mornings with Maria” on Fox Business, Live! with Kelly and Michael, Sprout’s “Sunny Side Up” and The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.

Finally, Thompson will light the Empire State Building in the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship colors.

Fans can follow Spieth and Thompson’s media visits on the official Drive, Chip and Putt Championship Twitter (@DriveChipPutt), Facebook, Instagram (@ drivechipandputt) and Snapchat (drivechipputt) channels.

“I am a passionate supporter of junior golf programs and couldn’t be happier to work with Jordan to promote Drive, Chip and Putt next week in New York City,” said Thompson. “Initiatives like this would provide great ways for girls and boys to learn golf while having fun, and Drive, Chip and Putt is an opportunity for players of all skill levels to get started at a young age and build confidence. I hope that by getting the word out, more families and kids will be inspired to sign up for this year’s championship and get into the game.”

“The Drive, Chip and Putt Championship is an incredible opportunity for young players across the country,

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and I am excited to team up with Lexi to spread the word about this amazing program,” said Spieth.“After attending the finals at Augusta National Golf Club and being involved with the event at the local level, I’ve seen firsthand the fun and excitement these kids experience, which is what the game is all about. Hopefully by sharing our support for Drive, Chip and Putt, Lexi and I can encourage more parents to sign up their kids and help junior golfers everywhere pursue their dreams.”

In addition to supporting Drive, Chip and Putt, Thompson serves as an ambassador for PGA Junior League Golf and LPGA-USGA Girls Golf. Last year, Spieth and The Jordan Spieth Family Foundation partnered with the Northern Texas PGA (NTPGA) Junior Golf Foundation to encourage participation in Drive, Chip and Putt qualifying opportunities in North Texas.

For more information about the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, including official rules, a full listing of qualifying sites and registration information, please visit www.DriveChipandPutt.com.

About the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship A joint initiative founded in 2013 by the Masters Tournament, United States Golf Association and the PGA of America, the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship is a free nationwide junior golf development competition aimed at growing the game by focusing on the three fundamental skills employed in golf. By tapping the creative and competitive spirit of girls and boys ages 7-15, the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship provides aspiring junior golfers an opportunity to play with their peers in qualifiers around the country. Participants who advance through local, subregional and regional qualifying in each age/gender category earn a place in the National Finals, which is conducted at Augusta National Golf Club the Sunday before the Masters Tournament and is broadcast live by Golf Channel.

For more information about the Drive, Chip and Putt Championship, please visit: www.DriveChipandPutt. com.

About the United States Golf Association The USGA conducts the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and U.S. Senior Open, as well as 10 national amateur championships, two state team championships and international matches, attracting players and fans from more than 160 countries. Together with The R&A, the USGA governs the game worldwide, jointly administering the Rules of Golf, Rules of Amateur Status, equipment standards and World Amateur Golf Rankings. The USGA’s reach is global with a working jurisdiction in the United States, its territories and Mexico, serving more than 25 million golfers and actively engaging 150 golf associations.

The USGA is one of the world’s foremost authorities on research, development and support of sustainable golf course management practices. It serves as a primary steward for the game’s history and invests in the development of the game through the delivery of its services and its ongoing “For the Good of the Game” grants program. Additionally, the USGA’s Course Rating and Handicap systems are used on six continents in more than 50 countries. For more information about the USGA, visit www.usga.org.

About the Masters Tournament The Masters Tournament Foundation, inspired by the enduring philosophies of Masters Tournament founders Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts, is committed to promoting golf’s domestic and international development through financial investment and active participation in initiatives aimed at preserving the traditions of the game and sharing its many virtues.

The Masters Tournament – since its very beginning – strives to provide added exposure to the game of golf and inspire interest in the sport worldwide. For more information about the Masters, visit www.masters.com.

About the PGA of America Since its founding in 1916, the PGA of America has maintained a twofold mission: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and grow interest and participation in the game of golf. The PGA of America delivers world-class championships while building the public’s interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility for everyone, everywhere.

Celebrating its Centennial, the PGA represents the very best in golf. For more about the PGA of America, visit pga.org.

Media Contacts

Masters Tournament Steve Ethun, Director of Communications (706) 667-6705; spethun@augustanational.com

United States Golf Association (USGA) Janeen Driscoll, Director, Public Relations (908) 326-1978;JDriscoll@USGA.org

PGA of America Jamie Carbone, Director, Public Relations (561) 624-8446; jcarbone@pgahq.com

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34 state news Buffalo Brand Invigoration Group Promotes Glenn Gray to Vice President Share

“Glenn passionately drives high-level results for clients while guiding a team of savvy marketing professionals,” says Rich Katz, Managing Director of Buffalo BIG. “His leadership skills, creativity and client-centric approach consistently inspires new ideas and makes Buffalo BIG an even more invaluable partner.”

A graduate of the University of Mary Washington with a Masters in Sports Leadership from Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), Gray joined Buffalo BIG in 2010 following marketing and PR roles with Nike, Octagon and the Hank Haney International Junior Golf Academy.

Gray is Co-Chair of GOLF 20/20’s Millennial Task Force and Communications Chair for VCU’s Center for Sports Leadership Alumni Council. Earlier this year, he joined The First Tee of D.C.’s Executive Committee for Northern Virginia. Additionally, Gray holds a U.S. Soccer Federation National “A” Coaching License.

“For the past 15 years, Buffalo BIG has conceived and executed groundbreaking programs which boost clients’ sales, market share and profits,” says Gray. “Our heavy investment in digital and social media experts further engage hundreds of millions of passionate sports fans.”

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Buffalo Brand Invigoration Group Promotes Glenn Gray to Vice President (RESTON, VA) – Buffalo Brand Invigoration Group – the full-service, global agency representing golf, sport and lifestyle brands, destinations and communities – has promoted Glenn Gray to Vice President.

In his new position, Gray will oversee Buffalo BIG’s golf products group, continue to grow its sport and soccerpractice, and increase his role in corporate strategy and business development. Most recently Director, he has engineered successful PR, marketing and digital programs for major brands in the golf, soccer, tennis, fitness, association, outdoor, hospitality and luxury sectors worldwide.

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A 30-person agency headquartered outside Washington, DC, Buffalo BIG has offices in Denver, Minneapolis, New York, Richmond, Raleigh and San Antonio.

About Buffalo Brand Invigoration Group

Through its strategy development, public relations, integrated marketing, digitalsocial media and design work, Buffalo BIG increases awareness and sales for companies and organizations operating in more than 40 countries. A division of Billy Casper Golf – one of the largest owneroperator of golf courses, country clubs and resorts in America – Buffalo BIG golf, sport and lifestyle clients include Arccos, Ballybunion Golf Club (Ireland), CHAMP Spikes, Cordillera Ranch, Dollamur, ECCO, Fila Golf, Galvin Green, Kauai Visitors Bureau Golf Cooperative, Keswick Hall, LPGA, Nicklaus Brands, PGA National Resort & Spa, Sea Pines Resort, Sports Turf Managers Association, US Club Soccer and World Golf Foundation, among others.

For more information: 703.761.1444, www.

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36 state news Ryder Cup Captain Davis Love III, Vice Captain Steve Stricker to Attend National Golf Day 2016 Share

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Ryder Cup Captain Davis Love III, Vice Captain Steve Stricker to Attend National Golf Day 2016 May 18 Capitol Hill Event Features Industry Leaders Discussing Game’s Benefits with Legislators (ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla.) – WE ARE GOLF – a coalition of the game’s leading associations and industry partners – today announces 2016 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain Davis Love III and Vice Captain Steve Stricker will be attending National Golf Day on Wednesday, May 18.

successful season occurred in 2009 when he recorded three tournament victories and finished second on the TOUR money list. In late 2015, Stricker was named as a 2016 U.S. Ryder Cup Vice Captain alongside Tiger Woods and Jim Furyk.

A native of Sea Island, Ga., Love won a total of 21 events on the PGA TOUR, including the PGA Championship (1997) and THE PLAYERS Championship (1992, 2003).

He also participated on six Ryder Cup and six Presidents Cup teams.

“2016 is a historic year for golf as it makes its return to the Olympics, ending a 100-plus-year drought,” says Stricker. “We look forward to meeting with our nation’s lawmakers to share details about golf’s various economic, charitable and environmental benefits.”

During his career, Love attained status as No. 3 in the Official World Golf Ranking and resided in the top-10 for over 450 weeks. Recently, he was selected as the 2016 U.S. Ryder Cup Captain, to be held at Hazeltine National Golf Club (Chaska, Minn.) Sept. 30 – Oct. 2. This marks Love’s second appearance as Ryder Cup Captain, holding the same duties in 2012.

“With one in 75 U.S. jobs impacted by the golf industry, the game contributes to our economy on a local, regional and national scale,” says Love. “National Golf Day offers a unique opportunity to share the game’s many benefits with our Congressional leaders.”

Stricker currently plays on the PGA TOUR with 12 wins in his career, including the John Deere Classic three times.

He has also made five appearances in The Presidents Cup and three in the Ryder Cup for Team USA. Reaching No. 2 in the Official World Golf Ranking, he boasts 253 weeks in the top-10. Stricker’s most

For the ninth consecutive year, golf industry leaders will meet with Members of Congress, the Executive Branch and federal agencies to discuss golf’s nearly $70 billion economy, $4 billion annual charitable impact and many environmental and fitness benefits. Throughout the day, participants will share stories about the game’s 15,000-plus diverse businesses, the two million jobs that are impacted by the industry, tax revenue creation, tourism and ecological value.

National Golf Day in April 2015 was the most successful to date with over 120 Congressional meetings in one day. Globally, the #NGD15 Twitter campaign eclipsed 37.6 million impressions and reached 19.8 million accounts, including 3.3 million users in a one-hour span.

To join the conversation, visit the WE ARE GOLF social media hub. Use #NGD16 and @wearegolf on Twitter and Instagram to show your support for the golf industry.

About WE ARE GOLF WE ARE GOLF, created in 2010, is an industry coalition that communicates the economic, charitable and environmental impact of golf, as well the health and wellness benefits of the game and the affordability and accessibility of golf, to Members of Congress, the Executive Branch and regulatory agencies. The goal of WE ARE GOLF is to ensure that laws and regulations that impact the golf industry are equitable and appropriate to an industry that generates nearly $70 billion in economic impact annually, impacts close to two million jobs and generates nearly $4 billion in charitable giving each year.

For more information, please visit www.wearegolf.org.

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38 state news Quicken National Open hosted by Tiger Woods Share

ABOUT The Quicken Loans National: A staple of Washington, D.C.’s must-attend sporting events. Hosted by Tiger Woods, this premier PGA TOUR tournament invites 120 of the top professionals from around the world to compete for the coveted Quicken Loans National title in the nation’s capital. #DeclareYourDay at Congressional, June 21-26, for an unforgettable experience of hospitality, VIP amenities, fan promotions and live action unparalleled in the DC region.

The best part? Your ticket makes a real difference.

In addition to benefiting the college access programs of the Tiger Woods Foundation, your ticket also supports the men and women of the armed forces. A leader in the community in military appreciation, we offer numerous locations and events in support of the military. Between the Lockheed Martin Military Pavilion, the heroes tribute wall, military caddies, starters and announcers, the Quicken Loans National has endless opportunities to honor those who have served and their families.

Purse: $6.9 million Past champions include tournament host and two-time champion Tiger Woods, Justin Rose, Nick Watney, Bill Haas, KJ Choi, Anthony Kim and defending champion Troy Merritt.

REGISTER Top 10 reasons to volunteer: • “Come inside the ropes.” Literally!

• Support charity and give back to the community.

• Meet new people and establish new relationships.

• Experience the energy and passion of a PGA TOUR event.

• Watch some of the top golfers on the PGA TOUR.

VOLUNTEER

• Find a new golf partner.

Volunteers are critical to the success of the Quicken Loans National. From manning Shotlink lasers to working in the admissions booth, there are more than 20 committees to choose from!

• Network with other volunteers, Congressional Country Club members, vendors and staff.

REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER NOW! Don’t miss your chance to be a part of the action.

Become a 2016 Quicken Loans National volunteer today!

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• Work on building your resume.

• Learn new tips to improve your game.

• Have fun out on the golf course!

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HISTORY Each volunteer will receive the Quicken Loans National volunteer package, which contains: • One (1) official volunteer Nike golf shirt • One (1) official volunteer Nike hat • Volunteer badge (good all week; even on days you are not working) • Volunteer guest ticket (good all week, Tuesday-Sunday) • Volunteer parking pass (good all week) • Complimentary food and beverage on the days you are scheduled to work

The Quicken Loans National was first contested at Congressional Country Club in 2007, where K.J. Choi was crowned champion. The tournament remained at Congressional until 2010 and 2011, when it moved to Aronimink Golf Club near Philadelphia. After the 2011 U.S. Open Championship, held at Congressional Country Club and home of Rory McIlroy’s wire-towire victory, the Quicken Loans National returned. The Quicken Loans National will be played at Congressional Country Club in 2016, 2018 and 2020. In 2017, TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm will welcome the tournament.

Congressional Country Club was founded in 1924 with Herbert Hoover as the club’s first president. The Blue Course has served as a site for some of our nation’s most prestigious championships, including: • 1959 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship • 1964 U.S. Open Championship • 1976 PGA Championship • 1980-86 PGA Kemper Open • 1995 U.S. Senior Open • 1997 U.S. Open Championship • 2011 U.S. Open Championship

Past Quicken Loans National champions and sites

2015 - Troy Merritt; Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, Gainesville, Va. 2014 - Justin Rose; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md. 2013 - Bill Haas; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md. 2012 - Tiger Woods; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md. 2011 - Nick Watney; Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, Pa. 2010 - Justin Rose; Aronimink Golf Club, Newtown Square, Pa. 2009 - Tiger Woods; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md. 2008 - Anthony Kim; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md. 2007 - K.J. Choi; Congressional Country Club, Bethesda, Md.

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40 state news CHANGES TO MSGA CHAMPIONSHIPS -- 2016 Share

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2016

STATE TEAM

MATCHES

The 2016 Team Championship of the Maryland State Golf Association will begin on Saturday, April 2. The complete schedule is as follows:

FIRST ROUND

SATURDAY, APRIL 2

SECOND ROUND

SUNDAY, APRIL 3

third ROUND

SATURDAY, APRIL 9

fourth ROUND

SUNDAY, APRIL 10

fifth ROUND

SATURDAY, APRIL 16

sixth ROUND

SUNDAY, APRIL 17

Following is the 63 team (Club) bracket showing who plays who and when. You can follow the weekly results on the MSGA web site www.msga.org.

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Peer Review & Playing Alone Enhance Peer Review The concept of “peer review” is an essential element of the USGA Handicap System™. It allows other players to learn a player’s potential ability and to form a reasonable basis for supporting or disputing a score that has been posted. Without peer review, a Handicap Index® loses its inherent value, and is just a number.

Strengthen the Integrity and Credibility of the USGA Handicap System Players are not prohibited from playing alone, only from posting solo-round scores for handicap purposes. By playing alone, a player loses the advantage of someone alongside who can remind the player of a Rule or verify that they made a 5 and not a 6. Handicap controls, a series of checks and balances that have always been a part of the USGA Handicap System, ensure that a Handicap Index will accurately measure a player’s potential ability. They exist to assist the golf club and the Handicap Committee with its responsibilities. The amendment to clarify a round played alone as an unacceptable score is an important part of building greater confidence in a player’s Handicap Index.

Global Game Societal trends such as globalization and technology are making our world a smaller place. Golfers are traveling and competing with one another more today than ever. Therefore, this change will further enhance the credibility of the USGA Handicap System worldwide.

Frequently Asked Questions Why will scores made while playing alone no longer be eligible for posting?

Primarily, to support a key tenet of the USGA Handicap System: peer review. Knowing golfers rely on the integrity of the system to produce an accurate view of playing ability, this change helps golfers form a better basis to support or dispute scores that have been posted to a player’s scoring record.

The majority of handicapping authorities around the globe have employed this policy for some time. With them, the USGA believes it provides a more accurate view of a golfer’s ability, supporting integrity, fairness and equitable play among all golfers.

What constitutes not playing alone?

As long as someone accompanies the player during the round (e.g., fellow competitor, opponent, caddie, marker for a tournament, friend riding along in a cart) the player is not playing alone.

How many holes can a player play alone to post their score?

The player must be accompanied for at least seven holes for a ninehole score or 13 holes for an 18-hole score. This is consistent with Section 5-1 and the minimum number of holes played under the Rules of Golf.

For the holes played alone (unaccompanied), the player would treat these as not played under the Rules of Golf and post according to “par plus” any handicap strokes the player is entitled to receive.

(For more information, see Section 4-2).

Note: If a player plays nearly all holes accompanied but just a few alone, the holes played alone are calculated using “par plus,” keeping in mind the maximum that can be played alone in a round eligible for posting is two holes for a nine-hole score and five holes for an 18-hole score. Some examples would be starting out alone and joining up with a player(s), or starting out accompanied and finishing the round alone.

Please visit USGA.org for more information on the USGA Handicap System.

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42 state news CHANGES TO MSGA CHAMPIONSHIPS -- 2016 Share

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CHANGES TO MSGA CHAMPIONSHIPS -- 2016 The MSGA has made several changes to the eligibility requirements for certain events.

Additionally, some events have new divisions. Please be sure to read each entry form carefully. Following are the major changes:

• Amateur, Open, Amateur Public Links and Mid-Amateur: Maximum handicap index increased from 5.4 to 7.1.

• Four-Ball: Combined handicap index increased from 12.0 to 18.0. There is a new net division from shorter tees and a combined maximum index of 24.0.

• Pro-Amateur: Entry form indicates the percent of players to receive prizes and the approximate purse, depending on the field size.

• Junior Amateur: The 12-13 age division will play from shorter tees for the age division winner.

• Mid-Amateur: A new net division will play only 18 holes from shorter tees and a maximum handicap index of 12.0.

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46 state news MSGA Winner’s circle Share

The Maryland State Golf Association supports the following programs and initiatives in its pursuit of enhancing and improving the game of golf in the State of Maryland: • The MSGA sponsors the Emmet Gary Scholarship which is presented annually to agronomy students at the University of Maryland. Since 1969, there have been 157 recipients who have received scholarships totaling over $300,000. Many of the students have gone on to become golf course superintendents in Maryland and across the country.

• The MSGA became a co-sponsor of the First Tee Metro Tour in the State of Maryland in 2013. The First Tee Metro Tour is a developmental tournament series that is open to The First Tee participants from the Greater Washington, D.C., Howard County, Baltimore, Prince George’s County and Montgomery County Chapters. The participants must be an active First Tee participant, at least 12 years of age and a Birdie Level Participant.

• Since 2006, the MSGA has awarded educational scholarships to individuals employed by MSGA member clubs and/or their children, and to students having completed their junior year of high school with a bona fide connection to the game of golf. To date, $98,250 of scholarships have been awarded under this program.

• The MSGA is offering grants to support junior golfers in their pursuit of obtaining a golf scholarship.

This is a new program which began in 2015.

• The MSGA is contributing toward the creation of the Turfgrass Pathology Research Endowed Chair at the University of MD. Recognizing the vital importance of this position, the endowment will enable the University to recruit and support a world class pathologist and continue the industry-leading success of the Maryland Turfgrass Program.

The Executive Committee of the MSGA encourages all golfers in the State of Maryland to partner with us in supporting these worthy causes. All contributions to the MSGA are fully deductible in accordance with IRS regulations and will be recognized on the MSGA website and at the annual meeting.

Please send your contribution payable to the MSGA at 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 145, Baltimore, MD 21208.

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DFX stands for Deep Face Extreme. Once the golfer stands over this driver they will see the difference. The clubface is now 5 mm deeper than the previous version, which catches the ball at impact slightly longer and combines with the nitrogen inside the clubhead to create reduced spin and more distance.

In mygolfspy.com, Most Wanted Driver of 2014 article it rated the Air Force One DFX fifth among all new-for-2014 drivers. The article is located online athttp://www. mygolfspy.com/2014-most-wanted-driveroverall-awards/ -- claims the Air Force One DFX did well in all of its test categories. Total driving distance was 222.59 yards; total gained vs. control was +1.72 yards; spin was 2991.89 rpm; launch angle was 10.9 degrees, and ball speed was 138.31 mph.

PowerBilt has signed MMA athlete Cub Swanson to promote the DFX driver and all of its latest golf equipment. An avid golfer who grew up mostly in the Palm Springs area, the MMA pro Swanson is part of a new marketing campaign to position PowerBilt with an edgier personality.

The Air Force One DFX features Nitrogen N7 “Nitrogen Charged” technology, a newly patented method to reinforce the clubface without adding any weight. The forged titanium body comes with titanium cup face technology, as well as aerodynamic clubhead shaping. It’s available in both the high MOI and Tour Series, in lofts of 8.5°, 9.5°, 10.5° and 12.5°. Standard shaft length is 45 ½”.

The club is offered in several leading shaft models from the top OEM shaft brands, so that golfers will achieve the optimum launch angle and spin rate for their unique swing. MSRP starts at $299.99, and there is an upcharge for some shaft models.

About PowerBilt Golf Since 1916 PowerBilt Golf has designed golf clubs the world’s best have used to win such tournaments as The Masters, the U.S. open, and the PGA Championship. today, PowerBilt is pushing the limits on technology with REAL innovation. USGA Conforming, Air Force One woods feature Nitrogen Charged Club Heads, faces as thin as 2.6mm, the largest sweet spot in golf, and maximum COR regardless of swing speed. And all Air Force One woods feature customized speed-rated shafts from Fujikura. New Nitrogen Charged Air Force irons also feature the hottest and thinnest face in golf. PowerBilt also remains the No. 1 choice for junior golfers; and the PowerBilt Air Force One irons were named to the 2011 and 2013 Golf Digest Hot List. Plus One Sports, Inc., is the U.S. licensee of the PowerBilt brand. PowerBilt is a division of the Hillerich & Bradsby Co., a family owned-company which has been making golf clubs since 1916. Based in Louisville, Ky., Hillerich & Bradsby is also the maker of the world-famous Louisville Slugger bats and Bionic gloves.

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a member of the Winner’s Circle

The Maryland State Golf Association supports the following programs and initiatives in its pursuit of enhancing and improving the game of golf in the State of Maryland: • The MSGA sponsors the Emmet Gary Scholarship which is presented annually to agronomy students at the University of Maryland. Since 1969, there have been 151 recipients who have received scholarships totaling $289,476. Many of the students have gone on to become golf course superintendents in Maryland and across the country.

• The MSGA became a co-sponsor of the First Tee Metro Tour in the State of Maryland in 2013. The First Tee Metro Tour is a developmental tournament series that is open to The First Tee participants from the Greater Washington, D.C., Howard County, Baltimore, Prince George’s County and Montgomery County Chapters. The participants must be an active First Tee participant, at least 12 years of age and a Birdie Level Participant.

• Since 2006, the MSGA has awarded educational scholarships to individuals employed by MSGA member clubs and/or their children, and to students having completed their junior year of high school with a bona fide connection to the game of golf. To date, $87,500 of scholarships have been awarded under this program.

• The MSGA is offering support to junior golfers in their pursuit of obtaining a golf scholarship.

This is a new program beginning in 2014.

• The MSGA is contributing toward the creation of the Turfgrass Pathology Research Endowed Chair at the University of MD. Recognizing the vital importance of this position, the endowment will enable the University to recruit and support a world class pathologist and continue the industry-leading success of the Maryland Turfgrass Program.

The Executive Committee of the MSGA encourages all golfers in the State of Maryland to partner with us in supporting these worthy causes. All contributions to the MSGA are fully deductible in accordance with IRS regulations and will be recognized on the MSGA website and at the annual meeting.

Please send your contribution payable to the MSGA at 1777 Reisterstown Road, Suite 145, Baltimore, MD 21208.

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One of the most fascinating things about golf is how it reflects the cycle of life. No matter what you shoot - the next day you have to go back to the first tee and begin all over again and make yourself into something.

Peter Jacobsen

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The MSGA Charity Corner is a service provided for charities to list their upcoming golf events, or individuals trying to find an event to participate in your area.

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Charities wishing to submit their information for posting can do so by clicking here (submit to handicap & member services) Golfers can find a listing of events HERE.

Golf is deceptively simple and endlessly complicated; it satisfies the soul and frustrates the intellect. It is at the same time rewarding and maddening - and it is without a doubt the greatest game mankind has ever invented.

Arnold Palmer

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n 2006, the MSGA started its Patron Member Program, as a way to reach more amateur golfers and provide opportunities to play many different Maryland golf courses. In the first year, over 60 Maryland courses offered privileges for the program-- it was an immediate success, with over 1,000 players joining the program in the first year! The proceeds from the program were designated to support junior golf and scholarships.

Since then, the program has evolved and partnerships were formed. Initially it was the Middle Atlantic PGA that endorsed the program. Then the Maryland Golf Course Owners Association got on board. Over the years, the MSGA sought to add value by partnering with neighboring organizations, which brought partnerships with the Delaware State Golf Association, the Pennsylvania Golf Course Owners Association and the Ohio Golf Course Owners Association.

Then for 2013, the MSGA announced its newest partnership, with the Victory Golf Pass. The Victory Golf Pass was created by PGA Professional Andy Barbin, owner of Chesapeake Bay Golf Club in Northeast Maryland. Barbin has actually started his program in the same year as the MSGA program, and by 2012, he had recruited over 300 participating courses in MD, VA, DC, DE, PA and NJ. Barbin’s program also supported a charitable cause for Crohn’s Disease. As a golf course owner and PGA professional, Barbin understood that programs like these have the potential to grow incremental revenue for clubs, as well as introduce new players.

“We know our members love the program, but as a PGA member, I know the program must work for the clubs too,” said Barbin. MSGA Patron Member Program MARYLAND STATE GOLF MAGAZINE | september 2015

Coordinator David Norman agrees, “We have enjoyed working with Andy, and our focus is growing the game.

That means more rounds for Maryland clubs and a better golfing experience for Maryland golfers.”

Traditionally Patron Member clubs have offered MSGA Patron Members an opportunity to play their course for a special rate, often $25 or less. Offers vary by day of week, time of day, etc., and some clubs offer multiple specials. Barbin’s suggestions for participating clubs this year will bring some new features.

• Off-season promotions – golf is a year round sport!

• Special added-value discounts for seniors – they are loyal and have time for golf – also Military (Hero) discounts • Good pricing – make it attractive and strive for incremental rounds • Special promotions for junior build business now and for the future

Barbin and Norman have teamed up to recruit the clubs and keep excellent value for golfers, while bringing business to the clubs. The new lineup of courses will be announced soon, in time for ordering the perfect holiday gift for that special golfer in your family.

Please track the program in Maryland State Golf magazine and on the MSGA website, www.msga.org.

Thanks go to the clubs that support the program and make it a big winner for junior golf and charity!

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2016 Participating Golf Facilities Maryland Golf Facilities (69)

Maryland National Golf Club Arundel Golf Park McDaniel College Golf Club Bay Hills Golf Club Mountain Branch Beaver Creek Country Club Musket Ridge Golf Club (SILVER) Blue Heron Golf Course Nutters Crossing Bowie Golf and Country Club Oakland Golf Club Bulle Rock (GOLD) Ocean City Golf Club Newport Bay Course Caroline Golf Club Ocean City Golf Club Seaside Course Chesapeake Bay Golf Club at North East Ocean Pines Golf & Country Club Chesapeake Bay Golf Club at Rising Sun Ocean Resorts WWCC Golf Club Chesapeake Hills Golf Club Olney Golf Park Clustered Spires Golf Club P.B. Dye Golf Course (SILVER) Compass Pointe Golf Courses Patriots Glen National Cross Creek Golf Club Patuxent Greens Golf Club Cumberland Country Club Queenstown Harbor - Lakes Course Deer Run Golf Club Queenstown Harbor - River Course (GOLD) Eagle’s Landing Red Gate Golf Course Eisenhower Golf Course Renditions Golf Course Elkton Golf & Batting Center River Marsh Golf Club Fairway Hills Golf Club River Run Golf Club Furnace Bay Golf Club Rum Pointe Seaside Golf Links Geneva Farm Golf Course Swan Point Yacht & Country Club Glade Valley Golf Club GlenRiddle Golf Club - Man O’War Course (SILVER) The Bay Club Golf Course East The Bay Club Golf Course West Great Hope Golf Course The Woodlands Golf Course Green Hill Country Club University of Maryland Golf Course Greystone Golf Course Waverly Woods Golf Club Henson Creek Golf Club West Winds Golf Club Hog Neck Golf Course Westminster Island Green Horse Bridge Golf Club Westminster National Golf Course Lake Presidential (GOLD/SILVER) Wetlands Golf Club Laurel Golf Center Whiskey Creek Golf Club (GOLD) Links at Lighthouse Sound White Plains Golf Course Maple Run Golf Club Worthington Manor Golf Club Maplehurst Country Club Marlton Golf Club

Delaware Golf Facilities (24)

Back Creek Golf Club Bayside Resort Golf Club (GOLD) Baywood Greens Golf Club Bear Trap Dunes Golf Club (SILVER) Deerfield Delcastle Golf Club Dover Par 3 & Driving Range Ed Oliver Golf Club Frog Hollow Golf & Swim Club Garrisons Lake Golf Club Heritage Shores Club Hooper’s Landing Golf Course

Washington, DC Golf Facilities (3) East Potomac Golf Course Langston Golf Course

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Maple Dale Country Club Midway Par 3 Newark Country Club Odessa National Golf Club Rock Manor Salt Pond Golf Club Stenger’s Shamrock Farms Par 3 Sussex Pines Country Club The Rookery North The Rookery South White Clay Creek Country Club (SILVER) Wild Quail Golf & Country Club

Rock Creek Golf Course

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FOUNDING OF THE MARYLAND STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

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by Randal P. Reed, Former Director of Rules and Competitions of the Maryland State Golf Association

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he Maryland State Golf Association functions as the primary voice of the United States Golf Association lls its constitutional mandate by promoting the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf as embodied in its ancient and honorable traditions; sponsoring and conducting state championship tournaments as well as USGA qualifying rounds each year; educating and informing Maryland golfers about changes in the Rules of Golf; providing course rating and handicap services to member clubs; fostering respect for the game of golf as well as its rules; and awarding scholarships. The following article was compiled and written by Randal P. Reed, MSGA Director of Rules & Competitions and describes the circumstances surrounding the founding of the MSGA.

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THE FIRST FOURTEEN CLUBS The Maryland State Golf Association was founded during a meeting at the Emerson Hotel in Baltimore on March 8, 1921. The founding clubs, which were said to represent 8,000 state golfers, were as follows: • Baltimore Country Club • Hagerstown Country Club • Maryland Country Club • Cumberland Country Club • Rolling Road Golf Club • Tome Golf Club • Green Spring Valley Hunt Club • Sherwood Forest Golf Club • Suburban Club • Naval Academy Golf Club • Elkridge Hunt Club • Talbot Country Club • Public Parks Golf Association • Monterey Country Club

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The Public Parks Golf Association was comprised of golfers at Clifton Park in Baltimore City. This Association had been organized during meetings in January, 1921 with William F. rst president. Located near Antietam Creek and in the general area of the current Hagerstown Municipal Golf Course, the nine-hole Hagerstown Country Club operated from 1908 – 1928, closing about four years after the opening of Fountain Head Country Club on the other side of town. Tome Golf Club was a prep school golf club in Port Deposit. The school overlooked the Susquehanna River and later moved to Northeast.

Maryland Country Club, founded in the early 1900s near the Suburban Club, eventually met its demise during the Great Depression. The Washington Area clubs – Chevy Chase, Columbia, Bannockburn and Kirkside – declined to join the association because of their involvement with the Middle Atlantic Golf Association and District of Columbia Golf Association and also due to impending obligations to assist with the national open championship at Columbia Country Club.

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CAPITAL EXPANSION As an aside, nine Washington Area clubs did join the MSGA in the early 1930s: Chevy Chase, Columbia, Burning Tree, Bannockburn, Indian Spring, Manor, Beaver Dam, Congressional and Kenwood. Bannockburn, originally located near Chevy Chase Circle (Connecticut Avenue and East-West Highway) moved to the Glen Echo area around 1910 and then was sold for residential development in 1946.

Kirkside continued as the successor club to Bannockburn at the Chevy Chase Circle location. Indian Spring, which would later move to Layhill Road north of Georgia Avenue, was then located near the Four Corners area of Colesville Road and New Hampshire Avenue. Indian Spring closed in December, 2005. Beaver Dam in Landover later became Prince Georges Country Club and then, shortly after a move to Mitchellville in the early 1980s, was renamed the Country Club at Woodmore.

Monterey Country Club, less than one mile from the Mason-Dixon Line in Blue Ridge Summit, Pennsylvania, is a particularly interest case of a founding member club. Monterey had one of the oldest golf courses in the country. Located approximately eight miles from Camp David and built prior to 1885, the club featured a wide range of recreational and dining facilities that were popular among Washington area visitors. In addition to golf, the sports of tennis and swimming were featured. Over the years, visitors included Presidents Wilson, Coolidge and Eisenhower. The eventual Duchess of Windsor, Wallace rst green in Square Cottage. After the Battle of Gettysburg, the Army of Northern Virginia retreated through a swampy area that eventually became the site of Monterey Country Club.

OUR EARLY LEADERS cers of the Maryland State Golf Association were M. Tyson Ellicott, Baltimore Country Club, president; rst vice-president; R. Marsden Smith, Rolling Road Golf Club, second vicepresident; and Claude C. Madison, secretary-treasurer.

Lieutenant F.L. Janeway of the Naval Academy Golf Club fth member of the Executive Committee.

Originally, the 1921 Amateur Championship was scheduled for Rolling Road Golf Club and the Open Championship

at Baltimore Country Club. Later the Open was moved to Rolling Road and the Women’s Championship was rst there was discussion of a Baltimore City Championship to be conducted by the new state golf association. However, this initiative was soon undertaken by the Public Parks Golf Association at Clifton Park.

ORIGIN OF THE STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION Based on Baltimore Sun reporting by Claude C. Madison, among the spurs to the formation of the Maryland State Golf Association was the exhibition match between Harry Vardon, Ted Ray and B. Warren Corkran at Baltimore Country Club during the summer of 1920. The year of 1920 marked Vardon’s last trip to the United States while Ray captured his sole U.S. Open Championship at the Inverness Club in August, 1920, where he edged Vardon, Leo Diegel and Jock Hutchinson by one stroke, with the 50-year old Vardon going six over par in the last six holes. The temporary chairman of the Maryland players who called for a state golf association was R.E. Hanson. Hanson sent the invitations for the organization meeting that was held at the Emerson Hotel. In the March 9, 1921 Baltimore Sun, Claude Madison reported that “R.E. Hanson, who fostered and originated the idea of a State golf association, was lauded in a resolution unanimously adopted, which expressed appreciation of his orts to advance the game in Maryland. Hanson recently removed to New York.”

Golf developments in Maryland even attracted the interest of Grantland Rice, the foremost sportswriter of the era. In ered the following remarks: “The movement to form a State golf association should be supported by every golfer in Maryland. Golf is now on the way to an even-greater boom and the golf courses and players of Maryland occupy too high a place to remain outside the fold. The fact that the national open championship is to be held at Columbia Country Club will bring additional attention to Maryland golf. There is no question that a State association can do a lot for the game, and at the same time the players get a lot of keen competition out of the organization.”

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Baltimore Country Club is widely recognized as one of the top 50 country clubs in the nation R. Marsden Smith, green committee chairman at Rolling Road Golf Club weighed in: “We think we can show the golfers of the State something unique in golf construction.

Our course is adequate in every respect for entertaining the championship. The only possible objection would be the misapprehension that we might not be ready due to improvements in the greens. By the middle of June when the tournament probably will be held, Rolling Road will be in tip-top condition.”

Not to be outdone, A.E. Marshall, who chaired the Maryland Country Club golf committee, claimed that his club “is the logical course to entertain the championship. We have lengthened our course to championship distance. We are centrally located and we want the event.” The president of the Suburban Club, A.F. Weinberg, upped the stakes with the following pronouncement: “We have the greatest golf course in Maryland and, as this is to be a real championship contest, let’s play it on a real course.” (Claude Madison further noted Mr. Weinberg’s view that while the other two clubs have very decent courses, they “could not hold a candle to Suburban.”)

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ered his club as a site for the 1925 Maryland Amateur. In the early 1920s Sherwood Forest was being developed by William F. Cochran as a private retreat on the Severn River. Cochran ered a sterling silver cup for a club team competition during the Maryland Amateur.

THE PRESENT Today, some 92 years later, the Maryland State Golf Association represents some 125 member clubs, and provides course rating and handicap services to 160 clubs and courses in Maryland. The MSGA is directed by a 15 member Board of Directors who represent various member of four . Our tournament schedule now consists of some 30 state tournaments as well as USGA ers.

For additional information about the MSGA and its member services please visit our web site at www.msga.org or call (410) 653-5300.

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PROGRAMS & SERVICES • Conduct 19 Men’s State Championships • Conduct 11 Women’s State Championships ers for both men and women • Conduct local collegiate competitions • Conduct one day Play Day net events • Along with the MAPGA provide handicap and club tournament software services and maintenance of those services • Provide course and slope rating for men and women’s tees free • Scholarships for member club employees and/or children, and junior golfers who are involved in the game • Junior Girls’ Scholarship Program • Sponsor the Emmet Gary Turf Scholarships at the University of Maryland • Conduct Rules of Golf and Handicap Seminars • Monitor and lobby state legislation impacting golf and the turf grass industries t of all Maryland golfers.

• Provide amateur reinstatement services • Promote the game • Publish e-newsletters to inform members of current news within the organization • Hole-in-One Club exclusively for members of member clubs • Golf Patron Program (discount golf program for MD golfers) • Honor the Player of the Year and the Senior Player of the Year • Promote state wide charity tournaments on web site’s Charity Corner

MARYLAND STATE GOLF ASSOCIATION

OFFICERS & STAFF 2016 Board of Directors

COMING SOON

PRESIDENT Stanard Klinefelter Elkridge CC sklinefelter@brownadvisory.com 410-537-5402

VICE PRESIDENT Diane Herndon Argyle CC dinger54@gmail.com 301-518-9221

VICE PRESIDENT Cliff Patterson Manor CC cliff@mpmattorneys.com 301-651-8251

VICE PRESIDENT David “Moose” Brown Rolling Road GC moose@advpack.com 410-358-9444

VICE PRESIDENT Jan Miller Baltimore CC jmiller@rcmd.com 410-339-5872

VICE PRESIDENT Brian Fitzgerald Chevy Chase Club tzgerald@equuspartners.com 703-391-1482

VICE PRESIDENT Paul Dillon Congressional CC ped529@comcast.net 301-518-5567

SECRETARY Robert Sherwood Columbia CC jrssenior@msn.com 443-534-5118

DIRECTOR AT LARGE William Matton US Naval Academy GC billmatton@verizon.net 410-956-4815

DIRECTOR AT LARGE Carolyn Hudson Bowie G & CC carhud@aol.com 301-661-0149

2016 MSGA Staff EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR William Smith Hillendale CC bsmith@msga.org 410-653-5300

VICE PRESIDENT Ted Florenz Chartwell Golf & CC jetflorenz@comcast.net 410-492-0472

VICE PRESIDENT John Barse Columbia CC Jack@barse.org 301-229-6031

VICE PRESIDENT Alexander Martin Green Spring Valley HC abmartin1@aol.com 443-310-2445

TREASURER John Pauliny Hillendale CC johnpauliny@comcast.net 410-252-9107

DIRECTOR AT LARGE Joan McGinnis Holly Hills CC joanmcginnis3@gmail.com 301-644-2738

DIRECTOR OF RULES AND COMPETITIONS Kelly Newland knewland@msga.org 410-653-5300

ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (Handicap Manager) Matt Sloan matt@msga.org 410-653-5300

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Kim Ferguson kferguson@msga.org 410-653-5300

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