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NJSGA Hall of Fame Reception a Special Night Celebrating Class of 2020 and 2021
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Pictured: Sherry Herman and Allan Small KENILWORTH, N.J. – After a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the annual New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame reception was held at Galloping Hill Golf Course to celebrate the Classes of 2020 and 2021 on Wednesday, November 17. Photo Gallery “It’s a special night to celebrate and…
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2020, 2021 NJSGA Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Set
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Pictured: In 2019, Leo Fraser, Bobby Jacobson, Milton 'Babe' Lichardus, Joe McBride, Dorothy 'Dot' Porter, Jeff Thomas, Dennis Walters, Craig Wood and Billy Ziobro were inducted. KENILWORTH, N.J. – A pair of New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame classes will be inducted on Wednesday, November 17 at Galloping Hill…
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Reflecting on the NJSGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – Earlier in the week, the New Jersey State Golf Association spotlighted the Hall of Fame Class of 2020. On November 17, 2021, the NJSGA will be not only inducting the Class of 2020, but also the NJSGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 at Galloping Hill Golf Course. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 reception was delayed and now…
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Hall of Fame Class of 2020 to be Celebrated with Class of 2021 at November 17 Reception
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KENILWORTH, N.J. - The New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame is made up of an esteemed group of influential people and talented golfers from around the Garden State. On November 17, both the class of 2020 and 2021 will be celebrated at Galloping Hill Golf Course. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 reception was delayed and now the…
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2020, 2021 Hall of Fame Reception to be Open to the Public on November 17
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – A pair of New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame classes will be inducted on Wednesday, November 17 at Galloping Hill Golf Course, headquarters of the NJSGA. Following a delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the star-studded NJSGA Hall of Fame Classes of 2020 and 2021 will be formally inducted during a ceremony that…
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Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Spotlight: Max Marston
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Before Max Marston’s incredible season of 1923, which included a victory in the U.S. Amateur Championship, there were some notable near-misses - and in particular - while competing in the U.S. Amateur. Marston, who grew up in Cranford, was one six-inch putt away from advancing to the final match in 1915. Holding a 1-up lead vs. nemesis Robert…
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NJSGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Spotlight: "Long" Jim Barnes
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"Long" Jim Barnes, the former head PGA professional at Essex County Country Club in West Orange, has long been one of golf's most engaging characters, not only for his nickname but for his penchant for winning. The Englishman won 22 times on the PGA Tour, including four titles in today's majors, and has been inducted into the World Golf…
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NJSGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 Spotlight: Marge Mason
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(Marge Mason photo courtesy: Atlantic City Country Club) If there existed a Hall of Fame for preparation, Marge Mason of The Ridgewood Country Club would surely be a member. Mason, whose practice regimen was legendary, had her efforts rewarded when she reached the pinnacle of her career in winning the 1967 U.S. Senior Women’s Championship at…
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NJSGA Announces Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony to be postponed until 2021
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July 13, 2020 - Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the New Jersey State Golf Association has announced that the induction ceremony to honor the Hall of Fame Class of 2020 will be postponed until 2021. A date will be announced, pending further health-related developments, later in 2020. The Class of 2020 includes Leighton Calkins, credited with…
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Hall of Fame Class of 2020 Spotlight: Sherry Herman
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After so many achievements, including a national championship, it’s difficult to believe that 2020 NJSGA Hall of Fame inductee Sherry Herman was nearly headed to secretarial school. “I played on the boys’ team at Wyomissing (Pa.) High School and I was doing well. I competed in the county, district and states for girls, but I never thought I…
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Hall of Fame Spotlight: Leighton Calkins – The Godfather of Golf’s Handicap System
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By Kevin Casey Leighton Calkins will be inducted into the NJSGA Hall of Fame this upcoming April 30. He, along with four others - Michael Cestone, Sherry Herman, John McDermott, and Allan Small - will be celebrated for their accomplishments and contributions to the game. The debut of golf’s new World Handicap System in 2020 has the potential…
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Hall of Fame Class of 2020: Calkins, Cestone, Herman, McDermott and Small
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On Thursday, April 30, New Jersey’s rich golf history will be celebrated as five local legends are honored for their achievements with induction to the New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame Class of 2020. The ceremony and reception will take place at Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth, home of the NJSGA’s headquarters. The…
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NJSGA Honors 9 Hall of Fame Inductees in Spirited Ceremony
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In a stirring and moving ceremony, the New Jersey State Golf Association inducted the second class into its Hall of Fame on Wednesday evening, May 1, in front of over 200 guests at Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth, home of the NJSGA headquarters. The Hall of Fame Class of 2019 honored nine individuals who made a lasting impact on the game…
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NJSGA to honor 2019 Hall of Fame Class on Wednesday Evening
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Photo: Billy Ziobro (l), Dennis Walters (r) & Bucky New Jersey’s rich golf history will be celebrated in grand fashion on Wednesday evening, May 1, when nine of the state’s most decorated players and impactful contributors will be inducted into the New Jersey State Golf Association Hall of Fame. The second annual Hall of Fame ceremony and…
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Hall of Fame Spotlight: Dennis Walters
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Photo: Courtesy John Mummert, USGA For Dennis Walters, it all started one day when he took a shortcut home through the woods and noticed the 18th hole of a golf course. “I saw a guy hit a drive 250 yards off the tee at Jumping Brook Country Club and couldn’t wait to tell my father. The next day, I met the pro there, Johnny Alberti, and he…
