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Celebrating the Centennial Open: Amateur Extraordinaire, Brian Komline
by Staff
Brian Komline’s first love was baseball. But a rotator cuff injury during his budding career at Raritan Valley Community College buried those dreams for this aspiring pitcher. The future two-time NJSGA Open champion and one of the state’s greatest amateurs ever, Komline needed a new outlet for his competitive fires. “The funny part was I…
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119th Amateur Championship Postponed to August; Other changes announced
by Staff
Due to ongoing concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Jersey State Golf Association has postponed the 119th Amateur Championship at Arcola Country Club until August 3-5 (Monday-Wednesday). The NJSGA is greatly appreciative of the membership and staff of Arcola Country Club for accommodating this change, and we are excited for a…
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Golf Courses have re-opened: What you need to know
by Staff
When New Jersey’s golf courses re-open Saturday morning, golfers should be prepared for yet another “new normal”. Golf, as we know it, will be different for the foreseeable future. Beginning when you reserve a tee time until you leave the parking lot of your club or local public course, be ready for some big changes. Plan ahead and seek…
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Four-time NJSGA Open Champion David Glenz reflects on Unprecedented Success
by Staff
Photo: David Glenz (r) with Bill Raftery, representing title sponsor First Fidelity Bank David Glenz enjoyed one of the greatest decades of any golfer in New Jersey history. It began in 1981, when after six years of playing on the PGA Tour, Glenz was named head PGA professional at Morris County Golf Club. During his 10 years there, the native of…
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Requirements for Re-opening of Golf Courses under Executive Order 133
by Staff
Earlier today, Governor Murphy announced that golf courses are permitted to re-open, this Saturday, May 2 at 6:00 a.m. under strict guidelines and mandatory procedures. On Wednesday evening, Gov. Murphy issued Executive Order 133, which includes details about golf course operations. Executive Order #133 can be accessed by clicking here. Key…
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Gov. Murphy announces golf courses will open this Saturday, May 2
by Staff
New Jersey’s allied golf associations, including the Golf Course Superintendents Association of NJ, New Jersey Club Managers Association, New Jersey Golf Course Owners Association, New Jersey PGA Section, Philadelphia PGA Section, and New Jersey State Golf Association are excited that golf courses will be allowed to re-open this Saturday, May…
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Reigning Open Champion, Player of the Year Chris Gotterup named All-American
by Staff
Chris Gotterup of Rumson, the defending NJSGA Open Champion and NJSGA Robert Housen Men's Player of the Year, has been was named to the 2020 NCAA Division I PING All-America Team, presented by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA). He earned third-team All-America recognition, and was one of 63 so honored. An exuberant Gotterup…
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Updated Resources & NJSGA Statement regarding the State of Golf
by Staff
A “status of golf” update from the NJSGA (April 22, 2020): Over the past month, the NJSGA and the allied associations in New Jersey (Golf Course Superintendents Association of NJ, New Jersey Club Managers Association, New Jersey Golf Course Owners Association, New Jersey PGA Section and Philadelphia PGA Section), have worked together to…
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NJSGA Schedule & Event Update - April 21
by Staff
The New Jersey State Golf Association has announced the postponement of all in-person events through May 31, 2020, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. This includes NJSGA tournaments, Member Golf Days, meetings and seminars. Those who entered any of the below mentioned events will also be contacted separately. The NJSGA leadership team will…
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ClubsHELP Foundation, established locally, is making a national Impact
by Staff
Back on March 27, members of Spring Brook Country Club in Morristown made their first delivery of sandwiches to Morristown Medical Center for doctors, nurses and hospital personnel on the front lines in the war against the COVID-19 pandemic. That noble gesture from Spring Brook has turned into almost daily deliveries to Morristown Medical of…
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A Look at Golf Course Maintenance during COVID-19
by Staff
New Jersey golf course superintendents are currently being asked to do a lot with a little. The COVID-19 crisis has resulted in an across-the-board closure of both public and private courses throughout the state, yet the superintendents are being asked to maintain the grounds in near-optimum conditions – and in nearly every case, with a…
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Oldest living NJSGA Open Champion Al Mengert reflects on Storied Career
by Staff
At 91 years young, Al Mengert is the oldest living and three-time NJSGA Open champion. He is also the owner of a golf rarity: a score of 18 under par, over 18 consecutive holes. You read that right. His greatest performance came at age 21 on July 1, 1950, in the Pacific Northwest Amateur Championship at Capilano Golf Club in Vancouver, Canada…
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Stay in Golf Shape with Trump National's Brian Dobbie
by Staff
Over the course of the coming days and weeks, the New Jersey State Golf Association and New Jersey PGA Section are pleased to bring a series of articles about how golfers can stay in golf shape from their home. In the latest of this series, Brian Dobbie of Trump National Golf Club - Bedminster, shares fitness tips to help keep you in shape and…
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Why Your Club Dues Won’t (and Can’t) Stop During the COVID-19 Shutdown
by Staff
Winter 2020: it was the best of times. It was suddenly the very worst of times. One of the mildest winters in recent memory led to a surge in early season golf across the Garden State. Golfers rejoiced at 70-degree days in both January and February. Courses across the state enjoyed greens fee and cart revenue when fiscal and weather forecasts…
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State and Federal Governments Leave Member-Owned Clubs in a Tough Spot
by Staff
Should an employee’s job hinge on the type of entity that employs them? A glaring inconsistency between state and federal government policies has left New Jersey’s member-owned clubs, and their employees, in great peril. When Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 107 on March 21st, he decreed that “all recreational and entertainment…
