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NJSGA Celebrates 2023 National Girls and Women in Sports Day
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – February 1st marked National Girls & Women in Sports Day, a nationally recognized celebration that inspires and encourages females to be involved in sports. The New Jersey State Golf Association hosted an event in recognition of the day, which featured guest panelists Kathryn Tappen, Christina Thompson and Samantha Boehmcke…
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Kirkby, Jones and Probert to be Enshrined in the NJSGA Hall of Fame
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association is pleased to announce its Hall of Fame Class of 2023. The Class of 2023 will include Oswald Kirkby, Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and Ann Probert. “We are very excited to host our 6th NJSGA Hall of Fame ceremony May 3rd,” Michael McFadden, NJSGA President exclaimed. “The nominating…
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NJSGA National Girls and Women in Sports Day Headlined by Kathryn Tappen and Christina Thompson
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association (NJSGA) is eager to celebrate National Girls and Women in Sports Day on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 as it hosts 'Next on the Tee: #thestateofgolf Celebrates #NGWSD' at Galloping Hill Golf Course, headquarters of the NJSGA. Click Here to Register Next on the Tee: #thestateofgolf…
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Rules of Golf Review: Ball Moved by Natural Forces
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Photo by USGA/Hunter Martin KENILWORTH, N.J. - In 2019, the USGA and R&A updated and modernized the Rules of Golf with the biggest overhaul seen in decades. The changes came in the form of a complete reorganization of the book in an effort to make the Rules easier to understand and apply. The governing bodies are now back to their normal cycle of…
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Youth Foundation Spotlight: First Tee - Metropolitan New York - Plainfield
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – Each year the New Jersey State Golf Association (NJSGA) Youth Foundation supports deserving youth golf and sports-related programs throughout the state of New Jersey. This support is provided through grants, which are awarded following the Youth Foundation Pro-Am, a four-player team event that’s hosted prior to the New…
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New Jersey Golf Duo Begins The DROP Podcast
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – New Jersey’s newest golf podcast has hit the airwaves as Mike Puorro and Ryan Kulat kickstarted The DROP Podcast just a few months ago. The duo has known each other for a while and have dabbled with the idea to produce a podcast revolving golf in New Jersey. Teachers by day, podcasters by night, Mike and Ryan took the leap…
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Rules of Golf Review: Back on the Line Relief
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In 2019, the USGA and R&A updated and modernized the Rules of Golf with the biggest overhaul seen in decades. The changes came in the form of a complete reorganization of the book in an effort to make the Rules easier to understand and apply. The governing bodies are now back to their normal cycle of making changes every four years. January 1…
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Hamilton Farm Golf Club to Host 91st Four-Ball Championship
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GLADSTONE, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association’s first championship of the 2023 season will be contested at one of the state’s most illustrious venues when Hamilton Farm Golf Club plays host to the 91st Four-Ball Championship from May 16-18. The Four-Ball will mark the first NJSGA major championship hosted by the Gladstone-based…
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Looking Ahead: Previewing the 2023 Major Championship Schedule
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No. 9 at Hackensack Golf Club KENILWORTH, N.J. – As the history book closes for 2022, the 2023 New Jersey State Golf Association (NJSGA) is eager to announce its 2023 Major Championship slate. Highlighted by the Inaugural Women’s Open, the NJSGA major championship schedule is filled with exciting and challenging venues. 2023 Tournament…
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NJSGA Accepting Applications for Coordinator, Communications and Marketing
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association seeks an innovative communications and marketing professional for a fulltime position which will supplement the organization’s communications and marketing efforts. The Coordinator, Communications and Marketing will work with senior staff and colleagues to exceed the communications and…
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2022 NJSGA Year in Review
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No. 18 at The Ridge at Back Brook KENILWORTH N.J. – 2022 provided the New Jersey State Golf Association with many memories and milestones. As we look ahead, we’re eager to forge more significant moments in 2023. Here's a look back at the three NJSGA Major Championship and the top viewed content from 2022. Major Championships 121st…
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Golf Doesn’t Stop During the Winter in the Garden State
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The winter weather can be unpredictable. There are days when it’s a merely 30 degrees and there are days when it’s 50 degrees and heading to the golf course is the only thing on your mind. The NJSGA encourages golfers to take advantage of the favorable winter weather while it lasts. Dozens of public course remain open…
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NJSGA to Host Inaugural Women’s Open Championship June 2023
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association (NJSGA) has established the New Jersey Women’s Open Championship, a new competition that will showcase women's championship golf. The event is open to female amateur golfers from New Jersey and professional female golfers, regardless of residency. The inaugural competition will be…
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NJSGA Now Accepting Applications for 2023 P.J. Boatwright Internships
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association has opened applications for three 2023 P.J. Boatwright Internship opportunities. The internships, which are paid, are focused on Communications, Tournaments and Operations and will run for either three or six months, depending on the candidates availability. Successful candidates will…
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Union League National Joins NJSGA as Member Club
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Photo Courtesy of Union League National SWAINTON, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association is thrilled to announce the addition of Union League National as a member club of the NJSGA. Formerly Sand Barrens Golf Club, a public facility in Cape May County, was recently purchased by The Union League of Philadelphia and then transformed by Dana…
