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Wednesday Roundup - March 15, 2023
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The NJSGA’s “Wednesday Roundup” will run weekly through the 2023 golf season. This weekly news summary will feature local stories and news from throughout #thestateofgolf. If your organization or club has announcements to share, please email rgaona@njsga.org with “Wednesday Roundup” in the subject line. The Lady Liberty Cup, a Ryder…
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NJSGA Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Spotlight: Oswald Kirkby
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – Oswald Kirkby (1886-1934) was one of the leading golfers to help give New Jersey the national exposure it is so highly touted for in the golf sphere. His accomplishments were substantial both in this region and across the country. Kirkby won three New Jersey Amateur Championships in 1912, 1914 and 1916. He also collected…
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Four New Jersey Caddies Earn NJSGA Evans Scholars
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Photo Courtesy of the Western Golf Association's Evans Scholars Foundation KENILWORTH, N.J. – Through the partnership of the New Jersey State Golf Association and the Western Golf Association’s Evans Scholars Foundation, four New Jersey caddies in Anthony DeAngelis (Hollywood GC), Carter Frey (Fairmount CC), Kenneth Maher (Baltusrol GC)…
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NJSGA to Host Annual Golf Summit on March 23
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – The annual New Jersey Golf Summit presented by Donnelly Industries will be held on Thursday, March 23 from 9 a.m.-12 pm at Galloping Hill Golf Course in Kenilworth, home of the New Jersey State Golf Association. As always, the event will feature highly accomplished speakers from different areas of the golf industry who will…
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Wednesday Roundup - March 8, 2023
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The NJSGA’s “Wednesday Roundup” will run weekly through the 2023 golf season. This weekly news summary will feature local stories and news from throughout #thestateofgolf. If your organization or club has announcements to share, please email rgaona@njsga.org with “Wednesday Roundup” in the subject line. Megha Ganne and the Stanford…
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USGA Staff to conduct focused Rules Webinars
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MARCH 6, 2023 - The USGA Rules of Golf Staff will conduct two Rules of Golf webinars that will cover two of the most frequently encountered rules situations: Free Relief and Penalty Relief. Both webinars will be led by members of the USGA's senior rules team and are free of charge to NJSGA members. Webinar #1 - Free Relief - Wednesday, March…
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2023 Championship Registration Now Open
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No. 15 at Manasquan River Golf Club, home of the 2023 New Jersey Amateur Championship KENILWORTH, N.J. – Registration for nearly all New Jersey State Golf Association championships will open on March 1, 2023 at 10 a.m. ET. With the exception of the 101st Father & Son Championship, 13th Super-Senior Championship and the 5th South Jersey Cup…
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Wednesday Roundup - March 1, 2023
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The NJSGA’s “Wednesday Roundup” is back! It will run weekly through the 2023 golf season. This weekly news summary will feature local stories and news from throughout #thestateofgolf. If your organization or club has announcements to share, please email rgaona@njsga.org with “Wednesday Roundup” in the subject line. 2019 New Jersey Open…
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40th Mid-Amateur Championship Heads to Deal G & CC
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No. 14 at Deal G&CC DEAL, N.J. – Deal Golf & Country Club will welcome the 40th New Jersey Mid-Amateur Championship from June 6-8. The best male amateur golfers 25 years and older will be tested at one of the finest clubs at the Shore. The striking Deal Golf & Country Club is a Donald Ross design and is well known for its tight fairways…
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Rules of Golf Review: Modifications for Players with Disabilities
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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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Jersey Gems Challenge; Most Picturesque Golf Hole
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KENILWORTH, N.J. – What’s the most picturesque golf hole in New Jersey? The New Jersey State Golf Association is asking its loyal followers to weigh in on the topic to determine the most scenic hole in the Garden State. SUBMIT YOUR JERSEY GEM HERE hbspt.forms.create({ region: "na1", portalId: "23222242", formId…
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Jack Wall Wins Genesis Intercollegiate Showcase; Secures Spot in PGA Tour Genesis Invitational
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PACIFIC PALISADES, Calif. – After a two-hole playoff in a star-studded field, Jack Wall, 2017 New Jersey W.Y. Dear Junior Champion claimed the victory in the Genesis Intercollegiate Showcase on February 13. His win earned him an amateur exemption into the PGA TOUR Genesis Invitational hosted by Tiger Woods. Wall will tee off on Thursday at 4:10…
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Youth Foundation Spotlight: Mercer Street Friends
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TRENTON, 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 Jersey…
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Springdale GC Set for 98th Women’s Amateur Championship and 10th Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship
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PRINCETON, N.J. – The New Jersey State Golf Association’s 98th Women’s Amateur Championship and 10th Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship is set to be contested at Springdale Golf Club in Princeton from July 31- August 3. Both events will run simultaneously, however, the 98th Women’s Amateur Champion will be determined after a test of both…
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My GHIN Rewind Feature Announced; Update your GHIN Mobile App Today!
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FEBRUARY 10, 2023 - Users of the GHIN Mobile App are encouraged to download the recently released update which will allow access to the brand new #MyGHIN REWIND feature. This exciting addition enables golfers to view a personal highlight reel of their 2022 World Handicap System progress and performances, while providing a chance to enter to a…
