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Echo Lake's Felitto leads way in first of four NJSGA Open Qualifiers
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June 22, 2020 - John Felitto of Echo Lake finished his collegiate career for the University of Notre Dame in grand style, claiming his only career victory in early March before the COVID-19 pandemic abruptly ended his season. Felitto, a native of Mountainside, shot 210 over 54 holes to win the Colleton River Invitational, hosted by Michigan…
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NJSGA Schedule Updates (June 17)
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June 17, 2020 – Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the New Jersey State Golf Association has announced additional changes to its schedule. The full, and most up-to-date schedule can be accessed here. The Junior Girls’ Championship will be held on Monday and Tuesday, July 27-28 at Morris County Golf Club in Morristown. This championship will be…
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Tournament Local Rules - Bunkers, The Flagstick, Holing Out
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Bunkers: Bunker rakes may not be available at certain clubs. It is at the discretion of the host club whether they are provided. If they are not, or players do not feel comfortable using them, a player is asked to smooth the surface of bunkers with their foot, hand, or club after playing a stroke from within the bunker. A ball in a bunker should…
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NJSGA, Lincoln Motor Company Extend Partnership through 2020
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June 19, 2020 – The New Jersey State Golf Association and the Lincoln Motor Company are excited to announce the extension of the NJSGA’s longest-standing partnership for the year 2020. Lincoln will continue to maintain a visible presence at NJSGA events this season, including the annual Youth Foundation Pro-Am on July 16 and various Member…
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Celebrating the Centennial Open: Four-time champion, Ed Whitman
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Photo: Ed Whitman (right) receives the Badenhausen Trophy from the late Ed Batta When Ed Whitman, the former head PGA professional and current teaching pro at Knickerbocker Country Club, tees it up for the 100th NJSGA Open Championship, he will be playing in his 46th consecutive Open. Yet, as the champion of the 1991, ’95, ’96, and 2004 NJSGA…
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Golf-related restrictions lifted as courses continue return to "New Normal"
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June 10, 2020 - Earlier today, Governor Murphy released Executive Order No. 153, effective immediately, which removes all golf related restrictions imposed since the beginning of the COVID-19 State of Emergency. Rules and procedures around tee time intervals, payment processes, caddies, and on-course amenities are now at the discretion of golf…
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Spectacular Arcola readies for 119th NJSGA Amateur Championship
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When contestants arrive at Arcola Country Club in Paramus for the 119th New Jersey State Golf Association Amateur Championship presented by Provident Bank, they will set foot on one of the area’s highly celebrated venues. The meticulously conditioned course, which has undergone major improvements in recent years, is well known for its…
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Catching up with the legendary Dennis Walters
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Right around one year ago, Neptune, N.J., native Dennis Walters took his place among an esteemed group of individuals. He was among a privileged few to be inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame for his contributions to the game. His presenter was Jack Nicklaus, considered by many to be the greatest golfer of all time. Just a month earlier…
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NJSGA Championship schedule begins on June 22; Important changes to Open and Amateur Championships
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June 5, 2020 - After a two month delay, NJSGA Championship season will begin on Monday, June 22 with the first of four qualifying rounds for the 100th Open Championship at Preakness Hills Country Club. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, NJSGA events will be conducted with smaller field sizes and many protocols in place. A complete list of policies and…
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Provident Bank Client Profile: Roxiticus Golf Club
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Keith Buscio, Vice President, Director of Public Relations, Provident Bank, recently sat down with Mike Doyle, Immediate Past President, Roxiticus Golf Club, to discuss the Bank’s commitment to the club. KB: Tell us about Roxiticus Golf Club. MD: Roxiticus is a unique family club that is a quiet respite from the everyday hustle and bustle of…
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The 1930s: The Decade the Stars Descended on the NJSGA Open
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With 17 Major Titles Among Them, These Stars Dominated the State Open – Almost Photo: Vic Ghezzi By Kevin Casey Unlike any other period in the New Jersey Open’s century-long existence, some of the game’s biggest stars – Byron Nelson, Craig Wood, Long Jim Barnes, just to name a few – participated in our event in the 1930s. A few of them…
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NJSGA Championship Schedule Updates
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May 31, 2020 - Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a number of NJSGA championships have been impacted. The following list outlines all changes to date: Four-Ball Championship (May 5-7) - Postponed to a later date. Qualifying and championship information TBA. Senior Open Championship (May 26-27) - Postponed to Tuesday, September 29 (shortened to 18…
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Celebrating the Centennial Open: Russ Helwig, Mentor and Champion
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Photo: NJSGA Open Champions: Russ Helwig (c), Steve Sieg (l) and Brian Gaffney (r) Over 39 years as the head PGA professional at Essex Fells Country Club in Essex Fells, Russell Helwig fostered a culture of excellence in every respect. The Bloomfield native established a reputation as a talented player (with two NJSGA Open titles to his credit…
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Billy Farrell, 1961 NJSGA Open Champion, passes away at age 84
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Photo: Billy Farrell (right) with father, Johnny in 1961 Billy Farrell, a native of Springfield, N.J., and winner of the 1961 NJSGA Open Championship, passed away from coronavirus on May 8 at age 84. Farrell, the son of World Golf and NJSGA Hall of Famer Johnny Farrell, carved out an illustrious career of his own, playing on the PGA Tour where he…
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Update: Foursomes, Forecaddies now permitted
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May 19, 2020 – Late Monday evening (May 18), Governor Murphy released Executive Order 147 which allows for additional relaxation of restrictions imposed from previous Executive Orders and those earlier outlined by the NJSGA. The full text of EO 147 is available by clicking here. Highlights, as they apply to golf, are as follows: Foursomes…
