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CHICAGO DISTRICT GOLF ASSOCIATION FOR EVERYONE WHO PLAYS THE GAME
Midwest Golf House • 11855 Archer Ave. • Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-2005 • Fax: 630-257-2088 • www.cdga.org • info@cdga.org
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT Michael J. Grandinetti Calumet CC
VICE PRESIDENT AT LARGE Steven S. Birky Danville CC
TREASURER Larry LaBoda Kemper Lakes GC
FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Sheldon L. Solow Briarwood CC
VICE PRESIDENT AT LARGE Mike Nass Cantigny Golf
GENERAL COUNSEL John A. Childers Elgin CC
SECOND VICE PRESIDENT C. Daniel Cochran Biltmore CC
SECRETARY Dennis A. Reed Pekin CC
EX-OFFICIO David R. Haverick The Club at Strawberry Creek
DIGITAL EXTRA Volume 2, Number 2 Senior Managing Director, Marketing & Communications Matt Baylor
GOVERNORS
Thomas R. Artz....................................... Sportsman’s CC William R. Buecking...................................... Biltmore CC Edward T. Clissold.............................. Westmoreland CC Robert J. Cunningham............................ Indian Hill Club Thomas Gehr.......................................... Sportsman’s CC Ron Gray.................................................. Twin Orchard CC Michael Griem...................................................Exmoor CC J. Loren Hall................................................. Blackstone GC
Karl A. Keller......................................... Kankakee Elks CC Jack Kieckhefer......................Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Club Edward W. Mulcahy.................................. Midlothian CC Michael J. Scheer........................................ Oak Brook GC Don Schwarz.................................................Prestwick CC Richard J. Skrodzki...................................... La Grange CC A. Glenn Stith............................................. Arrowhead GC Mike Sullivan...........................................Bloomington CC
Senior Director of Corporate Partnerships Andrew Louthain Manager of Communications Casey Richards
DIRECTORS
David Allard.......................................... Olympia Fields CC Louise Allard........................................................... At Large Tom Allison.........................................................Beverly CC Philip Angelini................................. Edgewood Valley CC Robert Babcock................................. Harborside Int’l GC Robert Bach................................................ Mt. Hawley CC Randall B. Becker..........................................Winnetka GC Pryce Boeye..........................................TPC at Deere Run Al Brown......................................................East Bank Club Mike Bruni............................................. Olympia Fields CC Bill Callahan...................................................Naperville CC Ralph Chapman.........................................At Large (SIGA) Frank Charhut................................................ Wilmette GC Stephen L. Cherveny..............................Foxford Hills GC Mike Clark.................................................. Eagle Brook CC William Clevenger................................... Red Tail Run GC Henry Close.........................................................Aldeen GC Scott Coldiron....................... Village Links of Glen Ellyn David P. Crockett................................................... At Large Robert L. Cunningham.................................Turnberry CC Timothy Daw................................................Flossmoor CC Robert Dewey................................................. CC of Peoria Michael J. Dickman......................................... Calumet CC Anthony Dobush....................................Randall Oaks GC Keith Dunkelbarger................................. Sunset Hills GC Martin Durkin...............................................Butterfield CC John Dushney.......................................... Bowes Creek CC Dwight Erskine............................................ Effingham CC Bill Fates.................................................................Itasca CC William Finn.................................................... Riverside GC Buzz Frank............................................................Skokie CC Dennis Freund............................................Blackstone GC Jim Fruin....................................................... Crestwicke CC Bill Gebhardt................................................. Prestwick CC Geary D. Glaum................Village Greens of Woodridge Michael Gozdecki....................................... Briar Ridge CC Greg Grygiel.........................................Heritage Bluffs GC Howard Haberkorn.................................... Terrace Hill CC John L. Hammond, II.....................................Evanston GC Robert Hinton.......................................Panther Creek CC Ronald C. Hobbs....................................... River Forest CC Bill Inglese...........................................................Exmoor CC Jack Ingold......................................................Lake Bluff GC Preston Irwin...........................................Schaumburg GC George Jameson........................................Glen View Club
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Deborah Taylor Johnson................. Harborside Int’l GC Will Kadel.................................................Sunset Ridge CC Betty Kaufmann.......................................Knollwood Club Peter A. Keffer....................................................Aldeen GC Tom Kierna.................................................Crystal Lake CC Donald Kohlbacher...............................Sandy Hollow GC Frank LaFranco.........................................Knollwood Club Josh Lesnik.................................................... The Glen Club John Lyons.............................................................. At Large R. Scott Malmgren......................................... Glen Oak CC Bob Malpasuto..............................................Kankakee CC David Matasar...................................................Idlewild CC John Mattson................................................... Big Foot CC Jack Miller...................................................White Eagle GC Michael Millhouse................................... River Forest CC Thomas E. Mott.............................................. Rockford CC Carolyn Nagle............................................White Eagle GC Kevin O’Connor...................................Heritage Bluffs GC Ronnie Oakes............................................Springbrook GC John J. Paladino.......................................... Forest Hills GC Arthur W. Peters.......................................... Ruth Lake CC Robin Rash............American Singles Golf Association Al B. Reid....................................................... The Glen Club John Reid..........................................................Deerfield GC Jim Rolfe.......................................................Northmoor CC Michael Rooney..................................Butler National GC James F. Rudwall...........................................Ivanhoe Club Tim Sack........................................................Prairie Isle GC Joe Salierno.............................................. Bowes Creek CC Martin Salzman.......................................... Lake Shore CC Lawrence Schweik..................................Bartlett Hills GC Lorraine Scodro...........................................Midlothian CC Cathi A. Scott....................Village Greens of Woodridge Howard Sharfman.....................................Bryn Mawr CC James Siemers......................................Steeple Chase GC Laurie Spring................................................St. Charles CC Robert Stracks............................................Northmoor CC John Sylwestrak...........................................Wynstone CC James Troy..........................................Crystal Tree G & CC Kenneth Urbaszewski..................................Deerfield GC Debbie VanSistine................ Mauh-Nah-Tee-See Club James E. Winslow........................................ Inverness GC Dale Wong................................................Willow Crest GC James J. Zawaski...................................................Ridge CC
Contact 630-257-2005 • info@cdga.org Advertising Opportunities For corporate partnership or advertising opportunities, please contact Andrew Louthain at 630-685-2321 or alouthain@cdga.org. Welcome to Volume 2, Number 2 of Chicago District Golfer Digital Extra, a member service brought to you by the Chicago District Golf Association. The goal of CDG Digital Extra, which is a quarterly feature, is to keep you connected with your CDGA membership throughout the year. While CDG Extra incorporates many of the same elements you enjoy from the print issues of Chicago District Golfer, the online format allows for some new wrinkles you will see in this and the upcoming issues, including: • •
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DIGITAL EXTRA Spring 2016 | Vol. 2, No. 2
4 Around the CDGA
Fit for Golf ................................................................... 4 Golf Tip ......................................................................... 4 Ask the Doc ................................................................. 4 CDGA Member Offers .............................................. 6 Summer Dates to Remember .............................. 8 Tournament Registration ...................................... 9
10 Back for More
After successful visits in 2012 and 2014, the Senior PGA Championship returns to the Jack Nicklaus-designed Harbor Shores in southwest Michigan
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Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa’s four renovated championship courses and 63 holes of golf represent a premier golf destination just three hours from Chicago
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FIT FOR GOLF: HIP STRETCH
Hip rotation is an integral part of the golf swing. In the video below, Joe Estes from the Athletico Golf Performance Center demonstrates a stretch that will strengthen your piriformis muscle, which drives hip rotation, and can be done at home or in the office. Athletico’s Golf Performance Center is a unique facility that houses orthopedic rehabilitation and year-round golf training with 3-D technology and golf fitness equipment under one roof. For more information, call (630) 572-9700.
GOLF TIP: DRIVER SETUP
Many golfers utilize the same setup, regardless of what club they are using. However, as Dan Kochevar from Oak Brook Golf Club explains below, a specific setup should be used when using a driver to get the best results.
ASK THE DOCS
For physical education teacher Gail Pistello, physical activities like golf are an integral part of her life. However, that was put in jeopardy when, at the age of 52, she began to have pain in her groin muscle. Pistello initially thought the pain was from a pulled groin, but it eventually went down the side of her leg and was so severe that she could not sleep at night, let alone golf. Pistello was suffering from hip arthritis. After non-operative rehabilitation techniques were attempted, she underwent a hip replacement surgery with Dr. Scott Sporer from Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush. In the video below, see how the procedure easily and successfully helped Gail return to the golf course and all the activities she enjoys. This information is intended only for general public education and doesn’t serve as a substitute for direct medical advice. This information should not replace necessary medical consultations with a qualified orthopedic physician. For more information about Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush (MOR), visit rushortho.com. To make an appointment with Midwest Orthopaedic at Rush physicians who are ranked No. 6 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, call the CDGA orthopedic hotline: (773) 904-2653.
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A PGA TOUR FAVORITE. A GOLF BUDDIES’ DREAM.
TA M PA B AY, F L O R I D A
Innisbrook Golf Resort. The site of four stunning championship courses, including the world famous Copperhead Course, home of the PGA’s Valspar Championship. When it comes to a golf buddies’ getaway, your search is officially over. Discover The Classic Golf Package at Innisbrook.com or call 866-524-5269. Salamander Hotels & Resorts — Now this is luxury. APRIL 2016 • CDGA.ORG 51
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• Choose from: — Two rounds of 18-hole golf (cart included) or — Two massages or — One round of golf and one massage • Accommodations for one night • Complimentary range balls • Two breakfasts in Woodlands Restaurant • Day of play 10% discount on food and beverage at course grille Call 800.892.2269 for more information eagleridge.com
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CDGA MEMBER OFFERS
CDGA members have the opportunity to take advantage of these offers from the following organizations. If you are not a member, visit CDGA.org/JOIN to join or renew. If you are a CDGA member, log in to your My CDGA Caddie to access the offers below.
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Evidence shows surgeons who specialize have better success rates. We have the most experienced orthopedic specialists in the region. U.S.News & World Report ranks the Rush orthopedic program 6th in the nation, and it is the highest ranked program in Illinois and Indiana. If you’re facing surgery, our physicians – many who treat the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Fire Soccer Club – will discuss every option with you, including minimally invasive and non-surgical solutions. Who’s in?
To make an appointment, call 877-MD-BONES. To learn more, visit RushOrtho.com.
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SUMMER DATES TO REMEMBER
6-12
JUNE
Rust-Oleum Championship Ivanhoe Club • Ivanhoe, Ill.
27-30
MORE INFO
97th CDGA Amateur Championship Calumet Country Club • Homewood, Ill.
13-19
MORE INFO
U.S. Open Oakmont Country Club • Oakmont, Pa. MORE INFO
Calumet Country Club
JULY
19-21
86th Illinois State Amateur Championship St. Charles Country Club • St. Charles, Ill.
11-17
MORE INFO
Lincoln Land Charity Championship Panther Creek Country Club • Springfield, Ill.
19-24
MORE INFO
UL International Crown Merit Club • Libertyville, Ill. MORE INFO
Merit Club
8-14
AUGUST
John Deere Classic TPC Deere Run • Silvis, Ill. MORE INFO
11-20
30-31
24th Illinois State Mid-Amateur Championship Flossmoor Country Club • Flossmoor, Ill. MORE INFO
Olympics Men’s and Women’s Golf Competition Olympic Golf Course • Rio de Janeiro, Brazil MORE INFO
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TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION The 2016 CDGA tournament season began in late April with qualifiers for the CDGA Mid-Amateur Championship. Below is a list of events still open for registration: 86th Illinois State Amateur Championship July 19-21 • St. Charles CC (St. Charles) MORE INFO CDGA Amateur Four-Ball Championship Aug. 1-4 • Eagle Brook CC (Geneva) MORE INFO
Deadline: May 17 Deadline: June 17
24th Illinois State Mid-Amateur Championship Aug. 30-31 • Flossmoor CC (Flossmoor) MORE INFO
Deadline: July 8
30th Illinois State Senior Amateur Championship Sept. 12-14 • Bloomington CC (Bloomington) MORE INFO
Deadline: July 26
45th CDGA Mixed Championship Sept. 22 • Idlewild CC (Flossmoor) MORE INFO
Deadline: Sept. 2
36 Holes of Championship Golf
Matt Ginella from the Golf Channel puts Bayonet on his Top 50 Public Courses in the U.S.. Bayonet Black Horse is located in Monterey CA. Bayonet #6 on Top 25 courses in California Bayonet #45 on Top 50 U.S. courses on Golf Advisor in 2015
36 Hole Package: $185
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Tournament Preview
Back for More After successful visits in 2012 and 2014, the Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid returns to the Jack Nicklaus-designed Harbor Shores in southwest Michigan
Harbor Shores is already establishing a championship pedigree. Despite opening less than six years ago, the Benton Harbor, Mich., facility is preparing to host its third major championship, as the world’s top seniors will compete in the 77th Senior PGA Championship May 24-29. Harbor Shores also hosted the event in 2012 and 2014, and will host in 2018.
Field Just 90 minutes from Chicago, this event presents CDGA members with the opportunity to see some of golf’s legends up close and personal. Colin Montgomerie is the event’s two-time defending champion, with his victory in 2014 at Harbor Shores marking his first ever in the United States. Playing in his first Senior PGA Championship will be John Daly, who recently turned 50 and debuted on the Champions Tour. Six World Golf Hall of Famers will be competing - Montgomeire, Fred Couples, Tom Kite, Bernhard Langer, Sandy Lyle and Mark O’Meara - in addition to other notables like Illinois native Todd Hamilton. CLICK HERE FOR FIELD LIST
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Course
Spectator Info
Traversing Lake Michigan, the Paw Paw River, Ox Creek, rolling hills, ravines and a hardwood forest, Harbor Shores gives both golfers and spectators an enjoyable experience. Over 3 million square feet of dilapidated buildings were demolished and over 140,000 tons of waste material was removed to create the serene setting prior to its opening in July of 2010.
While the main attraction will be the star-studded field competing for the Alfred S. Bourne Trophy, spectators have many other opportunities as well. These include food trucks featuring local cuisine, luxury seating upgrade options, new bleachers behind the 17th green, a “Field of Flags” and much more.
The Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course is a par-71 layout that plays from 6,852 yards from the back tees, but also features four other tee sets for players of varying skill levels.
Daily general admission ticket options range from $15 for practice rounds to $25 for competitive rounds. Juniors age 17 and under accompanied by a ticketed adult and military personnel receive free admission.
CLICK HERE FOR HOLE-BY-HOLE LAYOUT
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
CLICK HERE FOR SCORECARD
CLICK HERE FOR SPECTATOR GUIDE
Matt Ginella of Golf Channel’s Morning Drive highlighted Harbor Shores and its impact on the Benton Harbor community
Quality golf and fun amenities have resulted in an enjoyable experience for both players and spectators at Harbor Shores
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Four Star General Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa’s four renovated championship courses and 63 holes of golf represent a premier golf destination just three hours from Chicago Pebble Beach. Pinehurst. Bandon Dunes. PGA National. All top-notch golf resorts. Another commonality? They require a flight to get to from Chicago. That’s where Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa comes in. A three-hour drive from Chicago, the Galena, Ill., resort provides visitors with a high-quality golf experience and top-of-the-line resort amenities. Eagle Ridge features four recently-renovated golf courses - The General, North Course, South Course and East Course - that combine to form 63 holes of championship-caliber golf.
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The General
Holes: 18COURSE IN THE WORLD HAS A SIGNATURE HOLE. EVERY Par: 72 Yardage: Ranges from 6,820 to 5,335 Year Opened: 1997 Considered the jewel of Eagle Ridge’s four courses, The General’s 250-foot elevation change from the first hole to the last provides breath-taking views throughout. The par-4 14th hole is its signature. While it plays from just 357 yards from the back tees, the 180-foot elevation change from tee to fairway makes it one to remember. CLICK HERE FOR SCORECARD
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South Course
Holes: 18 Par: 72 Yardage: Ranges from 6,762 to 5,609 Year Opened: 1984 More wooded than its counterparts, many consider the South Course Eagle Ridge’s biggest challenge to golfers. Accuracy is essential here, as streams come into play on 11 holes. The 406-yard par-4 closing hole is one to remember, as players tee off 90 feet above a landing area that is guarded by water on both sides. CLICK HERE FOR SCORECARD
Amenities
In addition to the championship golf, Eagle Ridge features many resort and spa amenities to enhance visitors’ getaways. The Main Lodge features traditional hotel suites, while houses and villas with up to six bedrooms are available to rent. The Stonedrift Spa features 10 treatment rooms spread out across 6,000 square feet to help guests relax. Six restaurants dot the premises, including the acclaimed Woodlands Restaurant & Lounge. CLICK HERE FOR RESORT MAP
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East Course
Holes: 9 Par: 34 Yardage: Ranges from 2,648 to 2,225 Year Opened: 1991 This nine-hole layout is best suited for beginners, juniors and more experienced players looking to sneak in a few quick holes. Despite the short distance, undulating greens present a greater challenge than the scorecard would indicate. The par-4 290-yard third features a tight fairway and 30-foot rock wall along the right. CLICK HERE FOR SCORECARD
JUNE 6-12, 2016 IVANHOE CLUB, IVANHOE, IL The Rust-Oleum Championship is part of the PGA TOUR’s Web.com Tour Schedule. This will be the first of three consecutive years that the Championship will be held at Ivanhoe Club in the Northwest suburbs of Chicago. The Web.com Tour serves as the primary path to the PGA TOUR. Alumni of the Web.com Tour include PGA TOUR Superstars Jason Day, Brandt Snedeker, Zach Johnson, Jimmy Walker, Jason Dufner, Keegan Bradley, and many more.
T i c ke t s • Come watch the future stars of the PGA TOUR compete
Vo lu n te e r s Volunteer package ($35) includes: • One (1) tournament logo’d golf shirt
• Tickets are $20 at the admissions gate or online
• One (1) tournament logo’d golf cap or visor
• Tickets are good Thursday - Sunday of the tournament
• Meals provided for each shift worked
• Ages 17 & under are admitted free with paid adult
• One (1) discounted round of golf at the Ivanhoe Club (cart fees will apply)
• One (1) tournament credentials w/ lanyard • Six (6) complimentary Good-Any-Day Tickets
For more information on volunteering & tickets visit:
www.rustoleumchampionship.com
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Come for the golf. Stay for the evening.
Site of the 2017 U.S. Open Championship®. Walking only. Created by glaciers. Revealed through golf. Cottages. Rooms. Suites. Prime Steaks. Fresh Fish. Old and New World Wines. Mac & Cheese.
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