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The Top 64 Are Headed Our Way Hope To See You There! We have patiently waited as fall has finally arrived, bringing forth many opportunities in the Old Pueblo. Freshly, over seeded and manicured courses, a long awaited drop in temperatures producing some of the finest golf weather in the country, and the migration of the winter visitors. However, nothing tops the opportunity to see the Top 64 golfers in the world, play in our own backyard.

The event consists of the top 64 golfers in the world, based off of the Official World Golf Ranking. Players are seeded and play head-to-head match play format. The field of 64 is pared down to 32, then 16 and so on, as matches are won and lost. Then the 36-hole final determines the champion. It is five of the most exciting days in golf, with each match perceived as a Sundayafternoon showdown to see who advances on to the next round.

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The World Golf Championships Accenture Match Play Championship is scheduled for February 21-27, 2011. Once again, hosted at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain in Marana. I eagerly await the opportunity to attend and encourage you to support the efforts of the Tucson Conquistadores in showcasing our community to the world.

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9 Southwest Section PGA Championship Coverage Follow the action as if you were there! Highlights, results and more from the Southwest Section and Southern Chapter PGA Championships.

22 The first Tee National School Program Did you know the Tucson Conquistadores in partnership with The First Tee of Tucson chapter sponsor The First Tee National School Program in 40 Southern Arizona Elementary Schools?

24 Top 64 - Do We Take It for Granted? Ticket sales have launched, and a huge gallery is pivotal to ensuring a renewed, long-term relationship with the International Federation of PGA Tours and with Accenture.

27 Instruction: for Speedy Results, Slow Down Let’s face it, making swing changes is not always an easy thing to do. It doesn’t matter how small or how natural it might feel, anytime you’re attempting to change the way your body is used to swinging the club, it will take time.

32 Course Review: The Views Open for Public Play Like many golfers in Southern Az, I had never played Sun City Vistoso, now called “The Views”. In fact, of lot of local golfers have never even heard of it or have it confused with The Golf Club at Vistoso, right around the corner.

38 Celebrating Women’s Golf In Arizona November is “Women’s Golf Month” in Arizona. As with everything else in life, the sexes are uniquely different, and the game of golf is no exception.

45 Commentary: Golfers Are The Winners Anyone that enjoys swinging a club and knocking that little white ball around must realize by now that the golf industry is having its challenges -- but you may not be aware of all the new opportunities available.

50 Tee To Green - Local News and Hole-In-One Recognition 54 Locker Room - The New Exotics XCG3 and Men’s 2011 Spring Fashion 58 Course map and Directory ABOUT THE PGA

The Southwest Section PGA is one of 41 Sections of the PGA of America, consisting of more than 1,500 members in the state of Arizona and Southern Nevada. The Southern Chapter PGA is the six southern counties of Arizona. Currently the President of the Chapter is Mike Hayes from Tucson City Golf, Vice President Dan Wickman the Director of Instruction for Tucson City Golf and Secretary Steve Hughes Director of Golf at La Paloma Country Club. The PGA of America is the world’s largest working sports organization, comprised of 28,000 men and women golf Professionals who are the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the game of golf, while serving millions of people throughout all the PGA Sections nationwide.

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Smith Captures the Section Championship BY RICK PRICE, PGA The annual PING Southwest Section PGA Section Championship was hosted by the Chase Golf Club @ Coyote Springs in Las Vegas, Nevada. The 54 hole Championship was a difficult test of golf over the 7,117 yard par 72 course designed Jack Nicklaus. It was a four way match coming down to the final hole, and as the last putt was holed found Brandon Smith the Head Golf Professional at the Ventana Canyon Golf Club on top of the leader board. Smith said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;After making my par putt on the last hole, I was not sure if I had even won.â&#x20AC;? Smith not only won, but took home $5,000.00 for winning the Championship and an exemption into the 2011 Waste Management Phoenix Open. Smith commented on the fact of how important it was to him winning the Section Championship, but also to have an opportunity to play in the PGA TOUR event next year was exciting. The 7-under par total, shooting rounds of 69-69-71=209 gave Smith a one stroke victory over two time defending champion Dean Vomacka 69-69-72=210, Marty Jertson 69-7170=210 from PING Golf, Inc. and teaching Professional Mike Malaska 67-70-73=210 representing Superstition Mountain in Phoenix, Arizona.

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CHAMPIONSHIP COVERAGE AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY RICK PRICE, PGA

The Final Hole SOUTHERN CHAPTER PGA CHAMPIONSHIP

We have all experienced this at one time or another… standing on the 18th tee knowing that all you need to do is make par on the last hole to win your match or the tournament. What went through your mind and how did you respond? It does not matter whether you’re a professional playing the PGA TOUR, or an amateur competing in your Club Championship when you start thinking about what you need to score you will have the tendency to lose focus on the next shot at hand. At that point, the uncertainty and doubt in our human nature will raise its ugly head. Suddenly, your lack of concentration creates an unclear target with the fairway

now looking a bit narrower, the sand in the bunker becomes more inviting, the trees become larger or in most cases in Southern Arizona the desert insists on reaching out to touch your ball or the water hazard start’s calling your name. Does any of these impressions sound familiar to you? It certainly rings true for this year’s eventual winner of the Southern Chapter PGA Championship during the final round at the Randolph North Golf Course on the difficult par-4 18th hole. In last year’s Championship at the Golf Club @ Vistoso in the final round, needing a birdie to get into a play-off, he made a quadruple bogey 9 on the par-5 18th hole. The winner of the

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Championship Dean Vomacka scored an eagle 3 for a six shot swing and one stroke victory over Brandon Smith. When Mike Russell, Head Golf Professional at The Stone Canyon Club, stepped on the tee of the 18th hole with a two shot lead, the reality of winning this years Championship begin to set in. For a moment distracted with the dreadful thought of last year’s episode. Russell said, “The first thing that came to my mind when I came to the final tee was do not make a 9.” After collecting his thoughts, he took a 3-wood in the attempt to hit just one more fairway. However, he pulled his tee shot into the trees and with no options of going

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for the green, had to chip out to the fairway to avoid the same disastrous mistake he made last year. In the meantime, his closest competitor Derek Deminsky from Forty-Niners Country Club hits it on the green to 25 feet from the hole for birdie and a chance to catch Russell for the lead. Russell chipped out safely to the fairway to give him an opportunity to save par with a good recovery shot. He hit his approach shot from 90 yards, leaving him with just 4-feet to salvage par and to capture the title. Deminsky knows if he makes the putt it will put the pressure squarely back on Russell to sink his putt. Deminsky takes his time lining up the putt knowing this is his last chance for victory. He stroked the putt looking up in time to see the ball just slide by the hole and eliminate any hope of winning. Now for the win Russell addresses the ball then calmly rolls it into the back of the hole. Russell shot rounds of 67-68-68=230 finishing at 13-under par

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2010 Southern Chapter PGA Champion, Mike Russell, Head Golf Professional at The Stone Canyon Club. 2010 Chapter Championship Derek Deminsky Runner Up.

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SOUTHERN CHAPTER PGA CHAMPIONSHIP COVERAGE CONTINUED

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Mark Jackson

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Steven Hughes

La Paloma CC

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Robert Taylor

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Mike Griggs

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Phillip Ferranti

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Senior’s Winner

All three of the local Chapter Championships were contested over 36-holes, hosted by the Oro Valley Country Club. The traditional tree lined par-72 layout was in magnificent shape with its outstanding bentgrass greens nestled in at the base of Pusch Ridge of the Catalina Mountains. After an opening round 1-under par 71 the defending champion Robert Taylor found himself on top of the leader-board for the seniors. The women had a pair of 76’s leading their event, shot by Pam Drake, Head Professional at Randolph Golf Complex and Susan Meyers Teaching Professional from Ventana Canyon. La Paloma Country Club Assistant Kevin Crawley shot an even par-72 taking a one shot lead to the final round.

The Senior’s winner came from behind after struggling in the opening round, shooting a 76 due to an ailing back. However, Wade Dunagan the Executive Director of the Accenture Match Play loosened up during the final round and fired a bogey free round of 3-under par 69 to win the Senior Championship. Dunagan before turning 50 this year to qualify for the senior division, had collected four Southern Chapter PGA Championship titles.

Women’s Championship After shooting a 3-under par 33 at the turn in the final round of the Women’s Championship, Pam Drake took a six stroke lead into the back nine. She proceeded to birdie the 11th-hole to go 4under par and take a commanding eight shot lead. Drake started to put it on cruise control, making

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Kristie Fowler

The Gallery GC

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Maria Przymierski

Canoa Ranch GC

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Emily Brown

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Susan Harnedy

The Stone Canyon Club

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a couple of bogeys coming into the 18th hole. Her tee ball missed the fairway by inches settling down in the rough for a difficult approach to the green. Drake’s closest competitor Susan Meyers knocked her second shot to 3-feet away and a sure birdie. Drakes second shot caught a tree limb and fell back into the rough. Her third appeared to be good shot but caught the greenside bunker leaving her hole high. Drake said, “It was going so well all day. I did not even hit a bad shot on 18th, and now I am standing in the bunker getting ready to hit my fourth shot and trying to figure out where I stand with Susan for the tournament, knowing she has a sure birdie. All of a sudden, the bunker shot looked more difficult with the water behind the green. I hit it heavy coming out of the bunker leaving me a long putt. I ended up 3-putting and was shaking my head wondering what just happened. Susan

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Assistant Championship The defending Assistant’s Champion Josh Brown of La Paloma Country Club had a rough opening round of 76, but

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bounced back with tournament low round of 5-under 67. It looked as though he was going to win based on the front nine scores of the other groups, but uncertain how everyone else on the course were playing on the back nine. The last group of the day was coming down the 18th hole and Preston Otte from Heritage Highlands was playing well. When asked how he stood for the day, Otte said, “I think I am 3-under for the day.” It then appeared as though Otte would win with a par on the 18th hole. After Brown heard the news he figured he lost. Well, after making par, Otte realized he was only 2-under par, and we now had a playoff. After the up and down emotions that Brown experienced, he had one more to experience when Otte rolled in a 8 foot birdie on the first playoff hole to defeat Brown and win the Southern Chapter PGA Assistant Championship.

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Logan France Shane France winners 14-18 division

Ricki Rarick Adult Junior Championship The Dell Urich golf course was host of this year’s Adult Junior Championship. The two person scramble team event had three different flights. The local golf professional that teamed up with a junior played the Professional flight while any 1418 year old junior played in their respective flight, with all other juniors 13 and younger competing against each other. The Head Golf Professional from The Gallery Golf

Club, Paul Nolen, teamed up with 15 year old Kevin Goldstein, a CDO high school golfer to capture the Professional flight. They shot an 11under par 59 at the par 70 Dell Urich golf course to beat the Tournament of Champions winner Tyler Cooper and professional Rick Price, who shot a 9under par 61 to finish in second place. In the 14-18 year old flight we had another CDO golfer, Logan France, and his father, Shane France

taking home the title with a 7-under par 63, narrowly defeating Jacob Hunter and Steve Graham. The team of junior golfer Andrew Hunter and his father Jake Hunter won by 4 shots in the 13 and younger flight, shooting a 6-under par 64. There was a tie for second place at 2-under par, the teams of Erica Barna and father Richard, with the wily veteran amateur DAN MEyErS and his son Chris.

Southwest Section PGA Oakley Pro-Junior Team Challenge The Pro-Junior tournament hosted 36 four person teams from all over the Southwest at the Orange Tree Golf resort. The par 72 layout is located in Scottsdale, Arizona. The tournament sponsor Oakley was proud to be associated with the event and thrilled to support junior golf. The teams consisted of one professional, one junior, each between the age of 16-18, 13-15 and 12 and under. The format was a select drive, and a 2-better ball gross of the 4 players.

Photo LeFt to RIght: Pro-Junior troy terry, Alyssa Vega, Nick Leitner and Rick Price .

The Tucson team of professional rick Price, juniors Alyssa Vega, Nick Leitner and Troy Terry shot an impressive 18-under par 126 finishing in second place. Vega said, “It was a great tournament and the format was a lot of fun. I was able to play more aggressive and learned more about course management within my game playing with Mr. Price. We really played good together and I was excited to play since it was my last tournament as a junior golfer.”

Pro-Assistant Championship Each year the Director of Golf or Head Golf Professionals from the different clubs throughout the Southwest Section Southern Chapter PGA team up with one or more of their assistant golf professionals in the ProAssistant Championship. It’s a great team building event and an opportunity to represent their golf club. The 18 hole Championship was held on the exceptionally maintained par 72 “North Course,” set in the lush and natural desert landscape of The Gallery Golf Club. This magnificent and challenging course was designed by John Fought and British Open Champion and 2006 Ryder Cup Captain Tom Lehman. It has been ranked #1 in Southwest Arizona by Golf Digest and is acknowledged as one of Golfweek’s Top 100 Modern Courses.

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The Professionals played a one better ball format of the two player team. The defending champions from Skyline CC, Head Golf Professional Chris Dompier and his assistant Don Littrell posted an early 4-under par 68 holding off five other teams in at 3-under par. Then, the last group in for the day, with Brandon Smith Head Professional from Ventana Canyon and assistant Patrick McNew turned a 4-under par 68 to tie the leaders. As the sun was starting to set, they headed off to the first tee for a sudden death play-off. It did not take long to reclaim the title as Dompier sank a 35 foot putt on the first hole to win the championship.

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The Ricki Rarick junior golf program concluded with its annual Tournament of Champions sponsored by the Tucson Conquistadors. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s event was hosted by Dorado Country Club for the juniors 12 and under and the 13 to 18 year olds played the Golf Club @ Vistoso with the final round held at The Gallery Golf Club. The Tournament of Champions event invites the top eight players of each division from their overall point standings from the summer events to compete in the Championship. In the Boys 16-18 year old division Champion Tyler Cooper hosted the trophy after rounds of 72-75=147 to edge out the overall points leader of the

division Jonathan Goswitz, who shot 78-76=154 to finish second place. In the Girls 14-18 year old division, Desire Hong walked away with the title, firing an opening round 74-85=159, and Tess Terry finished second with a 8385=168 total.

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Desire Hong, Tess Terry, Brianna Vogel, Morgan Messick

Ricki Rarick Junior Golf â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tournament of Champions

Trent Terry led the Boys 14-15 A division shooting 76-79=155, while Charlie Goode finished in second at 8380=163. The Boys competing in the B division had Daniel Ramirez turning in scores of 86-89=175 to win by a shot over John Gardiner 86-90=176. The 13 year old Boys Division came down to the last hole with Eric Barna firing rounds of 76-80=156, barely beating

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Trent Terry, Charlie Goode, Kevin Goldstein

Ruben Ruiz with rounds of 7781=158. At Dorado Country Club the Girl’s 1013 A division found Quinn Reilly and Hannah Leitner tied for first place, while in the B Division Araceli Esquivel took home first place honors over Samantha Hacker. The Boy’s 11-12 A Division was highly contested with Jonathan Walters defeating Gavin Cohen in a putt off for the first place trophy. The B division had Reece Nilsen take home the number one spot over Trevor Hecht. The A Division in the Boys 9-10 was a close contest with Matthew Bernthal beating Lance Picton by a shot. In the B division Martin Ryan and Zach Sawyer finished tied for first place. Kirsten Garcia in the Girl’s 8-9 division was the winner over Nikki Hacker. The boys 8 year old winner, Ray J Ramirez beat out Ethan Seppala while in the boys and girls 67 age bracket Aaron Honrado won first place over Marley Moncada.

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Ruben Ruiz, Eric Barna, Chris Meyers.

Tyler Cooper, Jonathan Goswitz, Austin Sverdrup

Jacob Sickler, Daniel Ramirez, John Gardiner, Michael Rooyakkers

The Southwest Southern Chapter PGA which conducts the Ricki Rarick Junior Golf program would like to thank all the parents and juniors for their participation, and a special thank you to all the sponsors, golf courses and volunteers for their continued support.

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Considering Junior Golf ? You’ll love it! BY TESS TERRY The way I fell into golf was a complete accident. I loved playing tennis, and I always thought I would play through college. The game of golf never occurred to me until; I was dragged from course to course, tournament to tournament, watching my three brothers play. I remember being so bored waiting for them to come in, until finally my parents asked, “Why don’t you just give it a try?” I started out playing the summer program, called Ricki Rarick, which had 2 tournaments a week for five weeks. I will never forget my first tournament. It was at the par 3 course, Tucson Estates. I laugh now, but I shot a whopping 135 for 18 holes! I didn’t realize how competitive I am, until I began playing golf. Soon, I joined Southern Arizona Junior Golf Association (SAJGA), a year round junior golf program that has monthly tournaments. I started practicing more and as I became better at golf, my game and my confidence grew. I became a member of the more competitive

state group, Junior Golf Association of Arizona (JGAA). These programs have really helped me succeed in golf. I have been on the Salpointe Girl’s Golf Team now for three years. I love it, and have met so many lifelong friends just by being on this team. My coaches are so supportive of my team and me. We have been like family since the first day of practice and I am really lucky to get along with everyone so well. Golf is a game that I will be able to play the rest of my life. It has taught me confidence, independence, self control, and integrity. I hope to get a golf scholarship and play in college, here in Arizona. Golf has really influenced my life, and I love every minute spent on the course. If you are considering junior golf, learn more online at: www.tucsonjuniorgolf.com, www.thefirstteetucson.org, www.sajga.org, www.jgaa.org, www.girlsgolfoftucson.org, www.sattmag.com.

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Tess Terry is a 16 years old junior at Salpointe Catholic High School. She has been playing golf for almost 4 years, and loves every second of it. Her best rounds have been even for nine holes, and 73 for 18. Her handicap is 7.4. Accomplishments: 2008 SAJGA Most Improved Girl’s Player of the Year 2009 JGAA Sportsmanship Award 2009 Callaway Junior World Championship Qualifier- 3rd place 2009 Salpointe Catholic Girls Team- 3rd Place State Tournament Top 5 in 5 tournaments in JGAA over the 2010 summer 2010 Ricki Rarick Junior Golf Tournament of Champions -2nd place

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THE FIRST TEE NATIONAL SCHOOL PROGRAM Did you know the Tucson Conquistadores in partnership with The First Tee of Tucson chapter sponsor The First Tee National School Program in 40 Southern Arizona Elementary Schools? Our goal is to raise the necessary funds to include this program in every elementary school in Southern Arizona. To date, the program includes elementary schools in Tucson Unified School District, Marana Unified School District and Vail School District. This local effort is part of a continuously growing network of

more than 3,400 elementary schools across the nation teaching golf to students through The First Tee National School Program. The First Tee National School Program introduces children to the game of golf and The First Tee Nine Core Values during physical education classes through the use of SNAG® Starting New At Golf, equipment. The in-school component encompasses an overview of the game of golf and how it is played, basic skills instruction, and an introduction to the life

Marana uniﬁed School District, twin Peaks elementary Student.

Marana uniﬁed School District teachers Vickie Nissen, twin Peaks elementary and Cathy Missler, Coyote trail elementary participate in training.

enhancing values inherent in the game via the The First Tee Nine Core Values ™. Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Confidence, Responsibility, Perseverance, Courtesy and Judgment. The National School Program provides a tremendous

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED P.e. teachers from Vail and Marana School Districts, on a training day for the National School Program, at the First tee of tucson’s Learning Center located at el Rio Municipal golf Course.

value to the overall school-wide curriculum because of its emphasis on character education, fitness, and because golf is a lifelong activity. The program provides each participating school with in person training, a comprehensive curriculum manual with step-by-step progressive lesson plans and SNAG® golf equipment included in a rolling equipment carrier. The SNAG® equipment is developmentally appropriate and a safe system of oversized plastic clubs, tennis-style colored balls and a variety of targets including bulls eyes, flagstickys, launch pads and tee sets designed to permit teaching to up to 48 students per class. Standards for The First Tee National School Program were created based on the National Association for Sport and Physical Education (NASPE) national physical education standards. A safe, effective school golf program requires Marana uniﬁed School District, modified equipment twin Peaks elementary Student. that fits movement and muscle coordination typical with that of beginners. Early success and fun are the keys to creating interest for the game along with maintaining the attention of new learners without causing high levels of frustration. Teachers view The First Tee National School Program as a tremendous gift fit with their program, their students and themselves as teachers.

To learn more about sponsoring a school or schools, please contact judymcd@tucsonconquistadores.com or 520 571 0400. Source: World Golf Foundation, Inc. The First Tee National School Program

You do not have to be a golfer to volunteer – just have a passion for helping our youth.

the mission of the First tee is to impact the lives of young people by providing learning facilities and educational programs that promote character development and life-enhancing values through the game of golf. the First tee of tucson program at el Rio Municipal golf Course oﬀers Life Skill Instruction, clinics, and rounds of golf to over 1,000 area youth ages 5 – 17 each year. there is a need for volunteer coaches to ensure the success of this program.

Each Volunteer is asked to: • have a preliminary interview with Director of golf • Agree to a background check • Attend one volunteer orientation/training session (approximately 3 hours) • Commit to volunteering one day a week for a nine week period, 3 hours each week. • Continue training up to 2 times a year

If you are interested in helping young people please join us. Contact: David Noble the First tee of tucson 520.628.1555 or david@theﬁrstteetucson.org or visit the website: www.theﬁrstteetucson.org

[OPINION]

The Arizona Daily Star published an opinion page in March 2006 with the headline, “Tip of the hat to Tucson’s Conquistadores.” The Star’s editorial board cited that the Tucson Conquistadores was instrumental in snagging the World Golf Championships – Accenture Match Play Championship for the Tucson community. The Star wrote “The Tucson Conquistadores didn't get the recognition they deserved in bringing a lucrative worldclass international PGA TOUR event to Southern Arizona.” The last thing our members seek is recognition,

MARANA, AZ - FEBRUARY 21: Ian Poulter, of England plays his approach shot on the 11th hole during the final round of the 2010 Accenture Match Play Championship at the Ritz-Carlton Golf Club. Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images

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but it is nice to get a pat on the back, especially in print for all to see. To further quote the Star, “Without the Conquistadores, a nonprofit group of business and professional men, our community's youth and amateur athletic programs would be without $1 million annually.” Fast forward to today. We have now hosted four Accenture Match Play Championships, two at The Gallery Golf Club’s South Course and two at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain. Hundreds of thousands of golf fans, local residents and visitors have walked the fairways with Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, Padraig Harrington and Ian Poulter. And thousands of children and young adults have benefitted from your patronage and the charitable spirit of the tournament organizers. Currently, our members are actively out in the community soliciting ticket and hospitality packages for the February 21 – 27, 2011

Judy McDermott, Executive Director Tucson Conquistadores, Inc.

Championship. This year’s success is pivotal to ensuring a renewed, long-term relationship with the International Federation of PGA Tours and with Accenture. A huge gallery at the 2011 tournament speaks louder than our words. This is the year to not only buy your tickets, but to gather up your friends, family and business associates and introduce them to this prestigious, one-of-kind Arizona event. Without the Accenture Match Play Championship, how would our community find $1 million annually to continue help kids learn and thrive by participating in sports? The Tucson Conquistadores keep Southern Arizona youth busy and engaged in

healthy activities. We estimate that at least 20,000 youth benefit from programs funded by our organization every year. What if those 20,000 kids didn’t have a chance to play? We support every youth sport imaginable. If a Little Leaguer can’t afford a mitt, we buy it for him. Same goes for a young girl in softball. The list goes on: soccer, football, golf, swimming, basketball, martial arts, wrestling. The Conquistadores pick up fees for deserving students in need to play high school sports; we donate funds for YMCA gymnasiums, Boys and Girls Clubs Gyms and Programs and Pima County Special Olympics. In partnership with the City of Tucson, we provide our youth the opportunity to play golf for just $1 on municipal courses. When the Tucson Conquistadores secured the Accenture Match Play Championship with its top 64 professional golfers in the world, we hoped to increase our donations to $2 million per year. Yes, of course,

the recession hit ticket sales hard after the first year of the event; but we just can’t afford to accept no for an answer. Worldwide television coverage of the Match Play event reaps huge rewards for showcasing Southern Arizona as a visitor destination. Accenture brings hundreds of business colleagues from around the world to this event and introduces Tucson as a great place to do business. Our community needs this kind of positive exposure now more than ever. In 2006, we were applauded for our efforts to land a tournament that brings an estimated $75 - $100 million in economic impact to Southern Arizona. And, you were applauded for showing your support by buying every ticket available. Now we’re calling on you again to set the stage for the headlines to read, “Fan Support Convinces Match Play Organizers Tucson is the Place to Be.”

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Golf Swing? BY DON HESS We have all watched Golf Channel, read Golf Digest, or played golf with a friend who has given us advice on how to cure our golf swing. The problem is they all offer different solutions which never seem to fix your 50 yard slice or the low hook you seem to hit with your driver. All of the advice you receive may be good advice, but it may be too advanced for the level golfer you are. Most people think golf is a difficult game, and it can be if you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t understand what you are doing right or wrong when you make a swing. Despite all the technology changes to golf equipment over the years, the average score for 18 holes nationally is around 100, while less than 10% of golfers break 80 regularly. I believe every golfer has the ability to play better golf, but it starts with learning more about your golf swing and then applying what you need to make those improvements. Any golfer who shoots over 100 will agree that a lack of consistency is a major issue. To be more consistent you need to make a consistent swing. As easy as that sounds you would be amazed at how many lessons I give where my student makes different movements on each swing. How can you make an immediate improvement to your golf swing? One thing you can do is keep track of your stats during a round. How many topped shots, fat shots, misses left, or misses right did you have during todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s round? Now ask yourself if you hit a fat shot on the swing that followed a top shot. Did you hit a pull or hooked shot after you just sliced a ball out of bounds right? If you can answer these questions you are on your way to figuring out what problem you have in your swing and what manipulations you make to compensate for a bad swing flaw. Check out my next article to learn more about what can cause our swing problems and how to fix them. If you have any questions about a swing flaw you currently have and you want help now, send me an email at dhess@thepinesgolfclub. Donn Hess, General Manager and Director of Instruction at Quarry Pines Golf Club. I have been an instructor for 17 years working with all levels of golfers working in Pennsylvania and Florida before moving to Arizona.

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[INSTRUCTION] IMPROVE YOUR GAME

slow down. For Speedy Results

BY RYAN ECKROAT, PGA

Let’s face it, making swing changes is not always an easy thing to do. It doesn’t matter how small or how natural it might feel, anytime you’re attempting to change the way your body is used to swinging the club, it will take time. Unfortunately, many of us tend to fall into the trap of trying to make these changes at full speed. After all, if we’re struggling to make a proper swing at 90+ miles an hour, it stands to reason that trying to make corrections at that speed will be even more difficult. That is why I encourage anyone trying to implement a change to their swing to do so in slow motion. Make the full length, and proper, swing, but do so at as little as 10% of your normal swing. Making full swings in slow motion allows you to have complete feel and control over your whole swing at the same time. With the help of a trusted friend or your home video equipment, follow these steps below towards making your swing changes quicker: 1. Start by recording yourself making complete swings as slow as you can possibly swing. Watching your slow motion swings on camera will allow you to see and feel your swing at the same time. The closer you can tie these to things together, the quicker you’ll be able to make changes. 2. Once your swing looks correct, use the same speed swing and start hitting balls. In the beginning, be indifferent to where the ball goes, you just want to see yourself making a proper swing at a ball. Once the swing looks good, you can now focus on hitting the ball solid and straight with that same speed swing. 3. As you get better at making ultra-slow swings and making solid contact, you can gradually increase the swing speed. When viewing these swings on camera, you should see little to no change in technique, just swing speed.

When you reach the speed at which your swing technique deteriorates or your ball striking becomes erratic, back down. The speed that is slightly below your max is your ideal swing speed to play with.

If we’re struggling to make a proper swing at 90+ miles an hour, it stands to reason that trying to make corrections ...

There are two added benefits to slow motion swings. The first is that slow motion swings generate much less torque on your body and are lowimpact, thereby you reduce the risk of injury, but are still able to get a lot of swings in. The second of which is that your swing will begin to feel more effortless, which we all know will produce straighter and further shots. The use of a weighted club can also be added for quicker muscle memory and strengthening. Also this is also a great way to warm up before a round to gain some confidence before playing.

Ryan is the General Manager at Poston Butte Golf Club at Anthem Merrill Ranch in Florence, Arizona. As a PGA Member and 9-year veteran with Troon Golf, Ryan has managed multiple facilities in Arizona and Colorado. Ryan can be reached at 520.723.1880 or visit www.postonbutte.com.

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Dan Wickman, PGA -- golf instructor at Tucson City Golf demonstrates setup, backswing and follow-thru for a knockdown iron shot at Randolph Golf Complex, 600 S. Alvernon Road.

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By dan wickman, pga

... a very practical shot to learn --- useful when playing in windy conditions.

dan wickman is the director of instruction at Tucson city golf. He enjoys helping his students understand and improve their golf game, short game and full-swing. dan owned and operated Total golf instruction for seven years (located in Scottsdale, palm Springs and Las Vegas) and has been a pga golf course manager at several golf clubs in arizona and california. a 1981 graduate of Salpointe catholic High School with a 1987 Ba degree from the Uofa, dan was elected to pga membership in 1990 and currently serves on the Board of directors, Southern chapter pga as Vice-president. dan has volunteered for the Ricki Rarick golf program since 2004. To contact dan call (520)940-3825 or email signaturegolftucson@gmail.com

The 2010 Ryder Cup Matches, recently held in Wales, is a Links style golf course. I think it would be a good idea to review the basics of “Links Golf”. The term “Links Golf” refers to a golf course on or very near the sea and usually near an estuary or tidal inlet of water. “Links Golf” is associated with golf in the United Kingdom and the word originated from a Scottish-English dialect. There are links courses all over the world. Early golf courses were built on links or sea side land because the land was relatively flat and the grass grew very close to the ground. Due to the high wind near the ocean, most links courses have few trees and have very firm, sand based turf, which is conducive to hitting the ball low and rolling the ball on the ground. Most links courses have many bunkers, and some have very steep faces made of cut and stacked turf, which looks very much like a brick wall. Celtic Manor hosted this year’s Ryder Cup Matches between the American Team of 12 professional golfers versus the European Team of 12 European professional Golfers. Celtic Manor is located in the town of Newport, Wales near the city of Cardiff. While the course is not located on the ocean is it near the ocean, and the weather will be influenced by the sea-side location. Because of these sea-side weather conditions, (wind, rain, and cold) it was important for the competitors to play links golf shots and more specifically hitting low shots that ran along the ground versus high shots that are influenced by the wind. These shots are generally referred to as knock-down shots.

The knock-down shot was an important shot to execute for players in the Ryder Cup in order to win their matches. Here is how to play a knock-down iron shot: l Choose at least one more club for the distance. l Choke down at least an inch on the grip. l Play the back of the ball in the center in your stance or slightly back of center. l Start with hands ahead of the club face and de-loft the face of the club. l As you move your hands ahead, make sure the face of the club does not open.

l Use a ¾ or more compact back-swing, but make a weight-shift. l You are not looking for a fast swing – you have plenty of club- stay in balance. A slower swing speed will aid in producing less spin and a lower ball flight. l On the downswing allow the club to swing down and keep your hands ahead of the ball. l Feel like you keep the club low on the follow-through. If you can allow for a hook spin, set-up with a closed club face for an even lower trajectory ball flight and the ball will run. This is a very practical shot to learn and is useful when playing in windy conditions.

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Give Upâ&#x20AC;? and get better By GLEN GRIFFITH, pGa Whether playing golf with your buddies or in events notice if you have a tendency or habit surrounding your game that is not producing the results you want.

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â&#x20AC;˘ Do you count your score as you play, always falling short of your goal? â&#x20AC;˘ Does your round include 16 or 17 great holes and 1 or 2 disasters? â&#x20AC;˘ Does your golf dictate your attitude and personality for the rest of the day (and maybe even into the next)? â&#x20AC;˘ Do you hear the same stories rolling around in your head from the time you tee off until you finish your round (Here we go again, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m terrible, Why am I playing this game?â&#x20AC;Ś.). If any of these tendencies sound familiar, or you have a similar story the repeats around your golf, you are not alone. The big question I often hear is, how do I break the habit? You have a choice around your approach to the game of golf. If you are having great success and you are enjoying yourself, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change a thing! If you are frustrated and want to change the approach, then make that choice. GIVE UP YOUR UNSUCCESSFUL APPROACH TO YOUR GOLF. This takes bravery. You must accept that there is no guarantee the new approach you will use will work. Be open to any outcome, knowing that a new approach MAY open new levels of success. If this is too challenging at first, start with simple changes. Drive a different route to your golf course, after every shot only say something positive, if you look at trouble and get nervous â&#x20AC;&#x201C; only look at the fairway or the green, if you count your score as you playâ&#x20AC;Śdonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do it the entire round, etcâ&#x20AC;Ś A simple change can create a transformation that spirals into big breakthroughs. It can take time, or happen quicklyâ&#x20AC;Śso be prepared and patient. When you hear those same stories starting up in your head, stop yourself and talk differently. Thoughts are something you create and can control. Breaking the habit can be challenging, but the rewards will be noticeable. In September 2010, I won the Montana Open for the first time. I had finished 2nd a record five times before that, and had nine Top 5 finishes as well. I chose to approach the tournament differently this year. I was always the underdog, always the guy who played well, but one player edged me out by some way each year. The 2010 Montana Open appeared to be going down that road again, as my closest competitor eagled the par 4 15th hole by holing out from 168 yards, then birdying two of the final three holes to force a playoff. My past approach was to mumble to myself about how lucky somebody was, or â&#x20AC;&#x153;Here we go againâ&#x20AC;? would bounce around in my head. This year I just smiled and honestly congratulated my competitor on his great shots and play. On the second playoff hole, I made a birdie and won the event. In order for that to happen, I had to be brave and try something different. The new approach paid off.

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Glen T. Griffith is the Director of Instruction & Coaching at Tucson Golf Schools. Following Head Golf professional positions in arizona and California, Glen created Tucson Golf Schools in 2004 with the approach of simple, self coaching for clients of all ability levels. He was named SCSWSpGa Teacher of the year in 2006 and has won SCSWSpGa player of the year in 2006, 2008, and 2009. Glen can be reached at 520.579.8548 or visit TucsonGolfSchools.org

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[COURSE REVIEW] SOUTHERN ARIZONA COURSES

The VIeWS golf club aT oro Valley formerly Sun city Vistoso golf course -now open for public play. by Jack Talmage Like many golfers in Southern Az, I had never played Sun City Vistoso, now called “The Views”. In fact, of lot of local golfers have never even heard of it or have it confused with The Golf Club at Vistoso, right around the corner. Those days, however, are over. The Views just recently opened its gem of a golf course to public play, having been strictly private for the last couple of decades, and my guess is that it will soon be on everyone’s must play list. Surrounded by many of the newer and pricey desert tracks in Marana/Oro Valley, the Views offers a more traditional feel and at an affordable green fee. Just go to GolfNow.com to look for daily rates. Designed in the late 80’s by Greg Nash the course can best be described as a shotmakers course…put it in the right spot off the tee and on your approach and you can score well. You start off with a couple of easy warm up holes and then get your wakeup call on the #3 par three, a short hole where club selection is everything depending on pin position and wind (formErly Sun CITy VISToSo golf CourSE) direction. Tough green to read and 1565 E. Rancho Vistoso Blvd. two putts are commendable. Oro Valley, Arizona 85755-9120 Speaking of par three’s, The Views Phone: (520) 825-3711 collection of them is one of the best http://www.TheViewsGolfClub.com. around, highlighted by the signature #7. Breathtaking views of the Catalina Mountains from the elevated tee box must be the inspiration for the new name, or certainly one of them as great vistas are everywhere on the course. The par fives, while generally shorter than most can offer many players a good shot at birdie or even better for the long hitters. Be careful however, missed 2nd and 3rd shots can put you someplace you don’t want to be or in one of the well manicured bunkers. On that note I have to mention that the course was in excellent shape on the day we played. No bare spots anywhere, good fluffy rough and smooth greens…I cant wait to see it during the season after overseeding! If you are looking for someplace new to play, this old course has got a lot to offer. Thank you to the members and management of The Views for finally sharing their course with the rest of us.

THE VIEWS

Jack Talmage is the general manager and Director of golf at rio rico country club. he comes to the golf business from an extensive career in golf resort marketing and sales. his passion is sharing the enjoyment of Southern arizona golf and he can be reached at (520)281-8567.

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THE BIG BREAK DOMINICAN REPUBLIC WILL FEATURE 12 PREVIOUS BIG BREAK CONTESTANTS RETURNING FOR THE NEWEST SEASON PREMIERING SEPTEMBER 29TH © Photo by Mark Ashman, Golf Channel

[FEATURE] ON THE COVER

Sara “No H” Brown

“REDEMPTION AT LAST” Hopefully, you had an opportunity to watch our local Tucson professional golfer Sara Brown compete during the past couple months on the Golf Channel’s “Big Break Sandals Resort.” It was exciting to follow her from week to week. The pressure and intensity that you could feel for her and the fellow competitors was captivating. The strong competitor that Sara is gave you the sensation that she was going to pull it off and win the whole thing. Sara admits to being quite competitive growing up here in Tucson contending against other local junior golfers and winning tournaments at such an early age. Sara’s brother Josh Brown was the one who encouraged her to play golf at the age of eight years old. Josh said, “She was hesitating at first to play because golf was my thing. I finally convinced her to start playing and being the big brother I gave her a few swing tips to get her started. She joined me in playing the Ricki Rarick Junior Golf program and the next thing you know; she loved the game and the competition.” What an unbelievable experience and confidence builder for her personally and to her golf game, to compete in the “Big Break Sandals Resort”. Unfortunately, this fairy tale story did not end the way we would like. Brown outlasted eight eliminations and fell just short at the end, finishing in third place. Josh says, “I am so proud of her, but cannot believe she kept the whole thing a secret and did not even tell her brother how she finished up. I had to watch it on the Golf Channel like everyone else.” When being eliminated Sara said, “I know, I cried, but I was caught up with emotion (I am human you know) and I definitely wanted to win, but hey… everything happens for a reason!” She commented on the fact of being truly happy, giving it her all and being ecstatic about finishing in third. “It was an unforgettable experience,” Sara says

“I can’t pin point one memorable moment because there were so many. Between all the guest appearances on the show and especially the challenges was so much fun. So, whether you got kicked off first or stayed the whole time, why or how could you really complain we were in the Bahamas!” In competing against ten other great golfers Sara said, “I proved to myself that I still have what it takes to be out there competing each week and even winning. I came away from the Sandals experience with a renewed love of the game! That was the only aspect missing from my golf for a long time, and I found it again. The most important thing for me was to love the game, have fun with it, and that is what I did!” Occasionally, in certain situations, not winning can be one of the best things that could happen. It appears too have been the case for Sara. She evidently impressed the right people and was invited back to compete in the upcoming Big Break “Redemption in the Republic”. To be selected for the next Big Break show was a bit of a shock she admits. Since they would be filming the new show before her first episode of Sandals had even been aired. Sara said, “When they called me at first I thought that I was in trouble for saying or doing something I shouldn’t have said or done about the Sandals show. I told the producer, I swear I haven’t said a word to anyone; he laughed and said no, I’m calling to see if you want to be on the next Big Break. Of course I jumped at the opportunity knowing how much fun I had on the first show. It was definitely a lot of fun telling my family that I had to leave again for two weeks for the next Big Break. I think they were just as excited as I was if not more.” The Big Break Dominican Republic will feature 12 previous Big Break contestants returning for the newest season premiering September 29th, this all-star cast comprised of the most captivating and entertaining personalities like our Sara

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<< REDEMPTION Brown. The series will feature six men and six women competing as teams, with the most valuable player of the winning team to be crowned Big Break champion and take home the largest prize in the series history. In looking forward to her golfing journey ahead, she is still perusing her dream of playing on the LPGA. Sara said, “I am currently playing on the Duramed Futures Tour and will be going over to Europe for the Ladies European Tour.”

To pass on some words to encourage all the junior golfers Sara says, “Have Fun! I think having fun and loving what you’re doing out there on the course is the most important thing. Golf is just a game and a score will not define you as a person but your attitude will say it all… so go out there have fun and shoot some good scores.” We all have are little pet peeves in life and one for Sara is the “No H” in her name. Sara said, “When I was little everyone would put an “H” on my name. I guess it kind of became a pet peeve of mine, so I would always say my name is SARA with “No H” and it just kind of stuck.” In a sense it has now become a positive way of promoting herself in a unique way, as professional golfer Sara “No H” Brown. If you would like to follow Sara Brown and her golf career go to: www.sarabrowngolf.com.

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We’re Celebrating

Women’s Golf November is Women’s Golf Month in Arizona!

It matters not if you are a beginner, a seasoned player or a championship competitor. If you are a girl...you are welcome. It is Women’s Golf Month in Arizona.

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Ask any female golfer about her golf game, and she’s likely to respond with an exuberant reply of how she became involved in the sport. She’ll probably launch into a lengthy narrative about her girlfriends that play, recall a fond memory, or even share how the overall golf experience has impacted her life.

Women clearly enjoy the game as much as men do, they simply enjoy the experience for different reasons. League play and social events appear to be far more important to the female golfer; along with amenities, customer service, pro-shop merchandise and even on-site restaurants menus.

Only then will she mention her handicap.

Each level of golfer may profess to play for different reasons so we talked with several of them each with varying degrees of experience, to find out exactly why they play – and it is clearly evident that golf is more than just a social event for many women, it’s a way of life.

It’s not that women do not take the game of golf seriously – quite the contrary. The joy of hitting a good shot is certainly one of golf’s great appeals – and women are sticklers for “the rules”. But, as with everything else in life, the sexes are uniquely different and the game of golf is no exception.

Top Amateur: Sheila Dagucon Women golfers come in all types. Sheila lives and works in Sonoita, AZ. Great gal, great player. Sheila is a member at Pueblo Del Sol and a very fine competitive golfer, who loves her Girl golf.

It is because of these unique differences that Arizona began promoting November as Women’s Golf Month in Arizona. Women golfers in Arizona deserve their own month – not only for recognition of their participation and contribution to the game, but also to further encourage other women to participate in the sport. As fall arrives in Arizona, there is no better time to invite new women golfers to get involved. Golf courses around the state are in their finest shape and the weather is truly magnificent. Contrary to their male counterparts, women golfers rank aesthetic appeal as one of the highest priorities determining why, and where, they play. With this knowledge in hand, the Arizona Women’s Golf Association (AWGA) developed the Ambassador Program; a program designed to introduce new women golfers to the game and keep them in the game (see “Want to learn to Golf?” sidebar on page 41 for details). The AWGA begins by establishing key relationships between the women who play regularly at a specific golf course and the PGA/LPGA Professional at that same course. Through this relationship, the Golf Teaching Professional and the experienced women golfers (Golf Ambassadors) work together to create an environment where women with little or no experience can come out and learn everything from how the game is played, to swing and playing basics, and establish relationships within the golf community that will help them feel more comfortable navigating the golf course on their own. The key to the success of the Ambassador Program is including experienced women golfers, Ambassadors, in the lesson environment. The AWGA has learned from experience that the average new female golfer is much more likely to develop a strong lasting interest in the game if she has a support network of other women with whom to learn, practice, and play. Although there is a social aspect involved in the game of golf for both men and women; women clearly find social interaction to be an important aspect of the overall game and are therefore more likely to enjoy the experience, when supported by those of the same mindset.

22.8 5.5 Percentage of golfers in the US that are women

Pairs of golf shoes on average in the closets of women golfers (Golf Digest May/10)

35 Percentage of Arizona Women golfers who spend $2,500 to $5,000 per year on golf.

“I grew up in a golfing family where my Mom taught my Dad how to play. Not the usual husband trying to get his wife interested. I always enjoyed the personal challenge of golf, but also the fun of being with friends all day long on the golf course. The challenge is still there even though I have enjoyed some success in the game. The friendships and good times I experience as the result of golf remain a very big part of my life, maybe even more so as I get older.”

Ambassador and beyond: Kelly Loeb Kelly plays golf at Tucson National and … wherever else she happens to be! She is a high quality tournament player who loves the game of golf and her enthusiasm spreads to any and all around her. She qualified for the USGA Mid Amateur this year and has recently won the Southern Oregon Golf Championship Kelly Loeb (Center) in Medford, Oregon. Kelly has been a driving force behind the Ambassador Programs in Southern Arizona for three years. Ask anyone around her, she just glows when she volunteers and helps others come out and love the game of golf. Kelly also started a “Night on the Range” program for Ambassador Graduates to continue the fun with other new golfers. “The Ambassador Program brought me so much joy just watching the ladies try so hard -- and they have the biggest smiles ever when they start making improvements. [I enjoy] working with them about keeping positive that they can do this!! Especially as they start looking forward to future step 2 & step 3 classes. Then they want to play more than 9 holes!!!! Some actually even bought new clubs to keep that commitment going.”

17.6 317 Percentage of Arizona Women golfers who spend $5,000 to $7,000 per year on golf.

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Rosie is a member at the Gallery Golf Club in Marana, she plays with friends and volunteers for the AWGA during tournaments and whenever else she can help.

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“I initially started playing golf a few years ago so I could spend time with my husband. Then I recruited a girlfriend to play, on occasion, and we slowly became more interested in the game and trying to outdistance each other’s drives! At that time I considered golf a fun way to spend part of my weekend with friends or family. In 2009, after my husband and I both retired, we joined a golf club and I’ve had the opportunity to REALLY learn how to play golf & hit the ball!!!! At the Gallery in Marana, I participate in our ladies Association. All of our gals are very active and supportive of “newbie” golfers. Many of our members took me under their wing and taught me proper etiquette, rules, strategy, and helpful tips to become a better golfer. A few golf lessons here and there were helpful as well. The Ladies Golf Professional at our club, Kristie Fowler, was also influential in seeing I participated in all the club tournaments ~ no matter what my handicap. This year I’ve participated in several tournaments, away and home, and I am very confident in my golf game. Now, I can play against my husband for money – sometimes I win, sometimes I lose…Funny! – Like most guys, my husband looks to me for rules because our ladies club hosts a rules seminar once a year and ladies really care about that. Girls always want to share with girlfriends. My girlfriend who I used to hit balls with - I share everything I’m learning with her – She recently went down to her local public course and is establishing her handicap!”

LPGA/PGA Professional: Marvol Barnard Marvol Barnard is the Director of Instruction at Haven Golf Course in Green Valley, Ariz. In her 11th year of teaching golfers of all ages and skill levels, she was just named 2010 Central Section Teacher of the Year for the LPGA and also been nominated for the 2010 LPGA Nancy Lopez Golf Achievement Award (TBA October 1). Marvol is a proud member of both the PGA of America and the LPGA, she is one of only 180 women nationwide to be registered in both organizations. I didn't take up golf until I turned 38, and only under duress, after my husband decided "it would be fun" to take a few golf lessons. I always thought golf was a stupid, boring game before I actually tried it – but after taking a lesson apiece, my husband decided he didn't like golf, and I decided that I loved it! I passed the Playing Ability Test for the LPGA on the first try, and then a few years later, passed the Playing Ability Test for the PGA on the first try also (Feats I am still amazed by.) Now I teach golf and am fascinated by the learning process, and believe that humans are amazing!

The Arizona Women’s Golf Association (AWGA) oﬀers a specialized program every fall, designed to introduce new women golfers to the game of golf. Choose from participating courses and attend 6 consecutive weeks of training taught by AWGA Ambassadors together with Golf Teaching Professionals from throughout Arizona. l l l l l l l l

Lessons from a Pga/LPga golf teaching professional Learn how to hit a golf ball (full swing, chipping, pitching, sand shots, and putting) Learn tips to sharpen your skills for a better game Learning etiquettte of the game from awga ambassadors 1 hour sessions for 6 consecutive weeks awga ambassadors teach rules, etiquette, and course management Practice time and on course instruction and play 1 year awga recreational Membership

Participation fee is $195.00 - Fees may vary based upon selected courses optional 9 holes of play with awga ambassadors available in week 7 & 8 for an additional fee. For more information contact: Arizona Women’s Golf Association (602) 253-5655 l www.awga.org

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Course Ratings: The Best Way to Evaluate the Course You Are Playing BY LOGAN ERICKSON

One of the distinctive characteristics about the game of golf is that every golf course is unique. Unlike football, basketball, baseball and other major sports, a golfer’s field changes with each course, and more specifically with each set of tees. Every player has a list of their favorite courses and another list they would like to play at some point in their lives. There are countless top ten ratings ranking the best, the most difficult and the most playable golf courses. While these lists are subjective and great for sparking debate there is only one system that accurately quantifies the playability and difficulty of each course. The USGA Course Rating system is a mathematical evaluation of a golf course’s difficulty relative to both scratch and bogey golfers. The current system was created by the USGA in the 1980s and implemented by regional associations beginning in 1987. While the USGA oversees the system, the work is performed at the local level. Members of the AWGA and AGA volunteer their time and expertise for the benefit of all golfers playing the 400+ golf courses in Arizona. Currently, there are over a hundred trained and certified Course Raters working in this great state.

While the system enable golfers of all abilities to compete on an equitable basis, it also allows players to track their game, set personal goals and establish expectations before playing an unfamiliar course

Regional golf associations focus a significant amount of time and energy into ensuring the accuracy of the Course Rating and Slope Rating on every course under the USGA umbrella. A large percentage of the annual dues collected by golf associations all over the world are used to train raters and perform the course rating services. In addition to significant local training, regional golf associations send these volunteers to annual training sessions presented by the USGA. These seminars certify the skill of the participants and guarantee the accuracy and consistency of the system throughout the world.

AWGA Course Raters participating in training put on by the USGA.

Whether you are a new golfer, a low-handicapper who plays competitively or a recreational golfer, everyone benefits from the work of the Course Raters. While the system enables golfers of all abilities to compete on an equitable basis, it also allows players to track their game, set personal goals and establish expectations before playing an unfamiliar course. Members of any of the 763 member clubs in Arizona contribute annually through dues to the AWGA and AGA to the ongoing work of rating statewide courses on a timely basis. Without this support, the USGA could not function in its current capacity and the regional golf associations could not continue to drive the efforts locally. Thanks to the financial support of the AWGA and AGA and the countless volunteer hours offered by its members, the USGA Course Rating System continues to thrive to give golfers of all skill levels the opportunity to enjoy a day on the course.

Logan Erickson is the Director of Membership Programs and Services for the AWGA. His main focus is implementing the USGA Handicap System in the state of Arizona which includes recruiting and training Course Raters. You can reach Logan at Logan@awga.org or by calling (602) 253.5655.

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By BOB MARIANI Anyone that enjoys swinging a club and knocking that little white ball around must realize by now that the golf industry is having its challenges. You probably have also realized that the fierce competition among courses creates a benefit to you -but may not be aware of all the new opportunities available. The obvious result of the current environment in our industry is green fee prices that are becoming more and more competitive. Along with these price reductions there are greater equipment and clothing bargains in pro shops, sporting good stores and online. The end result for the casual bargain hunter is that golf is becoming a much more affordable sport. There’s likely very little I’ve told you up to now that you didn’t already know, so let’s venture into some other changes that are taking place among golf courses/clubs that are not (or at least may not be) all that well known.

Active Adult Courses - Changing Policy

Not-So-Private Country Clubs?

A significant transition that is taking place is with golf clubs that are owned by active adult (retirement) communities. The vast majority, if not all of these courses, were strictly private a few years ago -- only allowing those who owned homes in the community to play. This concept is quickly changing which offers you, the golfer, a wider range of golf and in most cases affordable golf.

Another huge opportunity that has been taking place over the past few years and has truly expanded in the last year or so is changes that private country clubs are implementing. Although many of these clubs continue to be called “private,” in fact it is becoming more common for a wide range of country clubs to allow limited public play at competitive green fee prices. Additionally, private clubs across the country are offering excellent introductory membership packages requiring little or nothing up front and minimal monthly fees for a limited time. Not only are the clubs offering these great introductory membership but they are also lowering regular membership initiation fees and monthly minimums while in many cases expanding the member benefits.

the end result for the casual bargain hunter is that golf is becoming a much more affordable sport. For example, over the past four years, Sun City Vistoso Golf Course (now The Views golf club of Oro Valley) has opened to the public for annual passes; we recently began posting tee-times on GolfNow.com and also offer public tee-time booking online and by phone. Many other excellent, challenging, well designed courses within active adult communities, are offering similar opportunities where there were none a few years ago. My advice is… if you don’t check out these courses because you think they are all boring, easy courses or just not available to you, then you’re missing out on some great deals and challenging golf.

The information I’ve provided is somewhat general in nature, but I hope it has given you food for thought and you’ll take time to look into opportunities out there. Whether you’re an avid golfer now or you are thinking about dedicating more time to this great sport, this is an opportune time to get on the bandwagon. It seems that the popularity and circumstances surrounding all sports flows in cycles. The fact is that the challenges in the golf world at this time, bring us to one main conclusion -the golfer wins!

Bob began his professional career managing golf course operations and large scale communities in the San Diego area in 1980. During his 30 year career he managed golf courses and communities in Southern and Central California until moving to the Phoenix area and is now serving as General Manager of the Views Golf Club and Sun City Vistoso Community Association in Oro Valley, Arizona. His oversight of 7 golf courses ranging from private to semi-private during periods of varying economic conditions has given Bob a wide depth of knowledge and experience in which to deal with the challenges in the golf industry. Mr. Mariani’s background includes a Bachelors Degree from San Diego Sate University and Masters work at National University in San Diego. Bob has also has received several industry certifications and designations including a Professional Community Association Manager designation (PCAM). He and his Wife Polly reside in the beautify Town of Oro Valley.

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Tubac Golf Resort & Spa Offers Golf School and Ricki Rarick Fundraiser By JAcQUELInE mcABEE After another long hot humid… (Typical)…. desert summer, we can start to sense the subtle changes in the seasons. Not only do the temps begin to drop but increased activity begins as seasonal members return and the long forgotten “Snowbird” begins his trek back to the Desert Southwest. With these welcome changes, the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa has turned up the activity program with the 2nd Annual Tubac Golf Resort & Spa Golf School and a December Junior Golf Fundraiser.

Improve Your Game in a World Class Setting. The 2nd annual Tubac Golf Resort & Spa Golf School is scheduled for November 1st, 2nd and 3rd. The experienced instructors of the Tubac Golf School will provide golfers of all levels and abilities the opportunity to improve their understanding, knowledge, mechanics and techniques in order to perform a better and more repeatable golf swing. You will elevate your proficiency and enjoyment of the game as you learn, practice and play in our World Class setting. The Golf School fee includes three nights stay in a luxurious hacienda suite, three days of instruction, video swing analysis, green fees, opening night dinner, breakfasts, lunches, refreshments, golf tournament, prizes and closing dinner with cocktails. There is also a commuter rate for the golfer who wants to attend, but has other accommodations. For complete details, contact Dennis Palmer, Director of Golf at (520)398-3526 or email dpalmer@tubacgolfresort.com

Have Fun. Meet the Pros. Support Junior Golf. Tubac Golf Resort & Spa will host a Junior Golf Benefit Tournament on December 11th. Festivities will begin at 10:30 with a clinic featuring prior PGA Tour Champions, LPGA Tour Champions and current Champions Tour players. (Note: as of press time the complete list of tour players attending is not available. This information should be available by early October.) Following the clinic Tubac Golf Resort & Spa will host a Bar-B-Q lunch with the tournament proper beginning at 12:30 (Shotgun Start). Each team will include one junior golfer, one professional and three amateurs. Following play enjoy a dinner at Dos Silos. Proceeds will go the Ricki Rarick Junior Golf Program. We hope you will join the Tubac Golf Resort & Spa in supporting the Ricki Rarick Junior Golf Program. Call early, spaces will be limited. For further information regarding the Ricki Rarick Junior Golf Benefit Tournament please contact Dennis Palmer or Bill Brooks at 520 398-2021. www.sattMag.coM l southern arizona tee tiMes Magazine

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A dozen golf courses in Southern Arizona participated in the Patriot Golf Day over the labor-day weekend. The efforts of just two clubs, Ventana Canyon Golf & Racquet Club and Tubac Golf Resort alone raised over $30,000.00. PGA golf facilities nationwide hosted events to benefit the “Folds of Honor Foundation,” which provide scholarships to the families of military veterans disabled or killed in action. Since 2007, more than $5.3 million has been raised through these efforts, supported by The PGA of America and USGA.

The Santa Rita Golf Course in Corona de Tucson was recently purchased by The Challenge Golf Group. Challenge Golf owns eight additional courses in North Carolina, South Carolina and Texas. “We are very pleased to come to a state that loves golf and has the beautiful weather to make golf a yearlong activity,” said Harold Palmer, General Manager for The Challenge Golf Group.

After seventeen attempts, Glen Griffith accomplished one of his main goals in life as a golf professional, claiming title to the Montana Open golf tournament. The 1992 graduate of the University of Montana said, “After finishing runner-up five times, I finally won it! What a relief!”

Santa Rita Golf Course was built in 1976 and is located at 16461 S. Houghton Road in Corona de Tucson. “It’s a great location with outstanding mountain views. It’s higher, cooler and a great place to play." Palmer concluded.

The Arizona women’s golf team is off to a fast start this season with a win in the Topy Cup in Tanagura, Japan. Isabelle Boineau led the women's team to victory and captured the individual honors by shooting a total 2-under par 72-7072=214. This is the team’s third victory in past four events, going back to the end of last season. In addition, this was the official debut for Laura Ianello as the women’s new head coach.

The Arizona men’s team finished in sixth place and Tarquin MacManus finished third individually at 11-under par shooting rounds of 68-65-72=205.

The Santa Rita Golf COurse, built in 1976 in Corona de Tucson was recently purchased by The Challenge Group, owners of eight additional courses in other states.

Griffith, who makes his home in Tucson, began the day with a twostroke lead. Even though he had a bogey free 4-under par 68 in the final 18 holes of the 54 hole event, this win was far from easy. Griffith said, “The finishing holes were crazy! My closest competitor, local professional Josh Gold, eagled the par 4 15th hole by holing out from 168 yards (from the wrong fairway) for eagle. He then proceeded to birdie the 16th, saved par on the 17th and birdied the 18th hole to force a playoff.” It started to appear that Griffith might end up with the short end of the stick again; however, he went on to birdie the second playoff hole to win the Championship. Griffith shot rounds of 68-67-68=203 at the par 72 Larchmont Golf Course in Missoula.

PGA professional Leo Calabro from Performance Golf scored a holein-one on 161 yard par 3 hole no. 6 during the Ritz-Carlton Southern Chapter PGA Pro-Am. Brandon Smith was low professional firing a 6-under par 66. Dave Simm the Director of Instruction at Ventana Canyon finished in second shooting 2-under par 70 followed by tie for third with Brad Volker from Heritage Highlands Golf Club and Chris Dompier the Head Professional at Skyline CC with a pair of 71’s. Professional Brent Lingel from Blanchard golf course teamed up with his amateur partners Jeff Brown, Amber Coleman and Bob Austin shooting team one gross and one net ball score of 21-under par 123 to finish in a tie for first place with professional Chris Dompier and partners Dan Racine, Steve Alley and Hank Mickells. The low gross amateur was Ken Riesgo firing a 2-under par 70.

The winner of the “Play Golf Free for a Year” promotion supporting the Ricki Rarick Junior golf program was Eric Painter. The junior golfer who sold the lucky winning ticket was Shauny Tyson. The drawing was held after the final round of the Tournament of Champions tournament at The Gallery Golf Club. The winner received over 52 rounds of golf for two players on some of the finest courses in Southern Arizona.

what’s his name “Johnson” BY ricK Price how would you respond if your Pga club professional came up to you after the last hole of the club championshi¬p and said, “it has been brought to my attention that before you sign your scorecard you are going to be penalized two strokes for a rule infraction. so, don’t worry about the play-oﬀ you thought you were going to be in for the championship.” i would imagine most reactions would not be favorable and the club professional would more than likely be looking for a new job -since it was the club president who he had to penalize!

The winners of the 5th Annual Oro Valley Junior Golf Championship were; Girls Champion-Kirsti Grau, 2010 Girls Champion-Morgan Messick, 2009 Boys Champion-Ian Patterson, 2010 Champion-Trey Terry

After winning the raffle Painter said, “I thought how lucky I was for winning such a great prize. Free golf for a year, boy my game is going to get good.” Painter commented, “I have been playing golf about once a week. It is great to go out weekly and take a few friends to play free golf. I seem to have friends coming out of the woodwork now.”

The Junior Golf Association of Arizona has named Scott McNevin as its new Assistant Executive Director. He will oversee the daily operations of the Association, including the tournament department and all introductory and developmental junior golf programs. McNevin most recently was the Director of Rules and Competition for the Arizona Golf Association. McNevin had previously worked with the American Junior Golf Association as a tournament director while overseeing over 15 national junior golf tournaments and is a graduate of the University of Oregon. “Scotts experience with the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) and as Director of Rules and Competition for the Arizona Golf Association is a perfect fit for the Junior Golf Association of Arizona”, said Tom Cunningham, Executive Director.

The 5th Annual Oro Valley Junior Golf Championship sponsored by the Oro Valley Optimist Club and held last August, was a great success. The event was run by the Southern Arizona Junior Golf Association, and played at the Oro Valley Country Club where Club members graciously approved the event on their course. “General Manager Mark Oswald and PGA Professional Scott Schultz were excellent to work with and made everyone feel most welcome,” shared Mike Wilson, a coordinator of the event. Congratulations to Trey Terry, boys champion (148) and Morgan Messick, girls champion (159). The final results were as follows: Boys: Trey Terry Austin Sverdrup DJ Niichel Thomas Olla Gentry Hicks Kevin Goldstein

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Morgan Messick Jordan Carter Kirsti Grau Brianna Vogel Tess Terry

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Let's look back and review what happen to the “almost” Pga champion Dustin Johnson at whistling straits during sunday’s final round. Johnson received a two-stroke penalty for grounding his club in a hazard on the 18th hole. the question; was it truly a hazard or was it a waste bunker, where you could ground your club? it was very clearly stated in the rule sheet that all bunkers would be played as hazards. the players and caddies all have an opportunity to receive a rule sheet prior to teeing off, plus it was posted in the locker room all week. this should not have been a surprise, for anyone completing the basic requirements as a competitor; reading the rule sheet. it proves the point that you had better understand any local rules of play, prior to teeing off. however, when you mix in the magnitude of playing under a major championship, it’s easy to understand how the pressure and spectators around you could easily cause you to make a mistake. in many tragic experiences like this, there always seems to be something good that comes out of the incident. the first is the fact that Johnson handled the situation with complete composure, grace and class. it was a real testament of the type of person he is, and the dignity of a professional. second, it’s an opportunity to discuss how this could have all been avoided. ultimately, it is the player’s responsibility to know the rules, and any local rules, that may apply during the competition. Furthermore, the player’s caddy is there to assist him in making good decisions. in the stage of major championships, they play with a rules official in every group, which the local rule should have been brought to his attention prior to grounding the club. where was the caddy at in discussing the lie and reminding the player that he was in a bunker? the rules official David Price, “no relation” handled the situation exactly as he should have in regard to waiting until the player had completed the hole before approaching him about the possible rules' infraction. in my opinion, the player and caddy were not thinking clearly under the circumstances. the penalty could have been avoided with better communication between the two, as well as from Price to Johnson regarding the spectators in the bunker. it should have been confirmed with the player that he understood the local rule regarding his lie, would have cleared up any questions prior to the infraction happening. with all that said, it’s an absolute shame what happened to the Dustin Johnson, the Pga championship and the game of golf over this ruling. You had to wonder how this would affect Johnson and his game in the long run, especially after his collapse in the final round of the us oPen earlier in the year. But it didn’t take Johnson long to clear up any doubts by winning the Fed ex cup BMw championship four weeks later. what a test of fortitude and a mark of a true champion. as time moves on we will most likely forget that Martin Kaymer won the 2010 Pga championship beating Bubba watson in a three hole play-off -- but we will probably always remember that what’s his name “Johnson” lost the Pga championship for receiving a two-stroke penalty on the last hole, for grounding his club in a so called bunker. www.sattMag.coM l southern arizona tee tiMes Magazine

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The LPGA/USGA Girls Golf Club of Tucson hosted their third annual SUPER GIRLS GOLF DAY Saturday September 18, 2010 at Randolph Golf Complex. Guest instructors Don Pooley, Cristina Baena and University of Arizona golfers Alejandra Llaneza, Ashley Malaska, and Brittany Benvenuta joined Tucson Pros Ina Hale, JoAnne Lusk and Emily Brown in assisting with instruction at the golf skill stations. The girls were really excited to have them there helping with their golf. The girls were divided into six groups and rotated through the stations at 25 minute intervals. The stations were full swing, chipping, putting, nutrition instruction (with snack samples), zumba instruction and a fun “do it yourself” project – making lip gloss. A variety of special gifts and prizes for the event were donated by Lisa Frank. The nutrition station displayed various recommended snacks, fruit and water that can be easily carried in a golf bag. Volunteers explained about ingredients in these foods and how to read the nutrition facts on the labels. Everyone got to select a snack before moving on to the next station. The zumba sessions were conducted by Ms Fit Health Club instructors Karina Bechtod and Donna Wilhem. U of A pharmacist Dr. David Lee provided all the necessary equipment

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and supplies for making lip gloss with sun block. He was assisted in this fun project by his wife Judy, Sierra and Savannah Vig. Grandma Tony’s pizza party concluded the morning’s event. 52 girls attended the event and it appeared all of them enjoyed themselves and had a good time thanks to the supervision and attention of our volunteers. Special thanks to Head Professional Pam Drake for all her help in making this special event happen. The continued growth of the LPGA Girls Golf Club is very encouraging and the high level of enthusiasm from the girls is exciting to see. It certainly re-enforces our belief and commitment to the program.

The Rio Rico Country Club was recently host of the GolfNow.com Pro-Am Series. Rich Elias golf professional from the Torres Blancas and Canoa Ranch Golf club took home the individual low honors shooting a blistering 6under par 66 on the par 72 Robert Trent Jones, Sr. layout, finishing a distant four strokes ahead of professional Glen Griffith’s 2-under par70. In 3rd place shooting a 1-under par 71 was Rick Price and tying for 4th place was Jeff Kern and Brandon Smith at even par 72. The winning team of professional Glen Griffith and amateurs Roberto Duran, George Celaya, Joaquin Sosoya scored a team total of 19-under par 125. In a tie for 2nd place shooting a score of 18-under par 126 was professional Brandon Smith, Bill Moore, Chris Sabala, Jerry McGuffin and professional Rich Elias, Jon Fitch, Joe Smith, Clay Steffey. The Head Professional from Skyline CC, Chris Dompier won the individual honors at the Omni Tucson National Golf Resort & Spa Pro-Am. Dompier managed the gusty winds and finished at 3-under par 70. The local assistant professional Justin Busbner from Tucson National tied with Tim Bishop the professional from San Ignacio with 1-under par 72’s. The team from I Know Wireless, Brian Mitchell, Ted Doe, Brady Doe with professional Rick Price won the team event shooting 15-under par 129. In second place professional Rich Elias with amateur partners Rob Elias, Clay Steffey and Ken Wooward with a total of 130 and finishing in third place. The team score of 131, golf professional Don Littrell of Skyline CC played with BJ Workman, Chris Menza and Keaton Smith.

CHRIS DOMPIER, Head Professional Skyline Country Club

Double eagle, or hole in one? itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an ace on a Par 4! after 25 weeks sitting as leader of the Southern Arizona Tee Times Hole In One Program with his 213 yard, par 3 ace on hole no. 2 at Dell urich, Brian Adam has now been pushed into the number two slot by (yet another Brian) also playing at Dell urich! Brian Shinn, 24, of sierra Vista shot a stunning 213 yard, par 4 hole in one on hole no. 4, at Dell urich reports Andrew Wack, assistant golf Professional with Tucson City Golf. witnessed by Larry and ryan hoscheidt and christian hoyt, Brian used a 3 wood to accomplish the feat and assume leader position in the Program. southern arizona tee times provides individuals in who make a hole-inone within southern arizona, with a bag tag and special certiďŹ cate to commemorate the achievement. we also recognize thier accomplishment city-wide in the bi-monthly printed magazine, online at our website at www.sattmag.com and through satt Digital to our email subscribers. a successful hole-in-one must be reported by course management or a Pga professional to qualify, and include a minimum of two witnesses. to record a hole-in-one visit http://www.sattmag.com/hole_in_one.html. congratulations to all of our hole in one Participants, including the following new members that have holed out since last issue:

Gene McCullagh

Bob Davis

the Views golf club september 15th, 2010 club: 23 degree hybrid hole no. 7, 140 yards, par 3

Dell urich golf course august 18, 2010 club used: 6 iron hole no. 2, 163 yards, par 3

Derek Radley

John Edmondson

La Paloma country club september 11th, 2010 club used: 3 wood hole no. 3, 178 yards, par 3

the gallery golf club north course august 2nd, 2010 club used: 8 iron hole no. 3, par 3

Bob Howe the Views golf club september 6th, 2010 club used: 8 iron hole no. 17, 133 yards, par 3

Nick Franks Dell urich golf course July 24th, 2010 club used: 9 iron hole no. 17, 110 yards, par 3

Brian Shinn Dell urich golf course august 29th, 2010 club used: 3 wood hole no. 4, 277 yards, par 4

David Pashkow La Paloma country club august 20th, 2010 club used: 6 hYBriD hole no. 4, 158 yards, par 3

Kevin Miniat La Paloma country club July 18, 2010 club used: 8 iron hole no. 3, 166 yards, Par 3

Fun Golf Facts: Early shepherds may have used their curved staffs to hit stones in a simple game of "golf" as early as 2,000 years ago. The first golf balls were made of thin leather stuffed with feathers. Tightly-packed feathers made balls that flew the farthest. Feather balls were used until 1848. The youngest golfer to shoot a hole-in-one was Coby Orr, who was five years old at the time. It happened in Littleton, Colorado, in 1975. Some older golfers try to match their age to their golf score. The oldest golfer to "shoot his age" was a 103-year-old Canadian man. Golf was too popular in Scotland in the 1400s--so it was made illegal. Laws said Scotsmen had to practice archery every day so they could defend their land. Instead, they were playing "golfe." King James II outlawed the sport so that men would return to practice with bows and arrows. The first golf contest for women was held in 1895 on Long Island, New York, although women had been playing for some time. The dimples on the outside of a golf ball help the ball fly farther and more accurately, Many professional golfers are superstitious. Nancy Lopez never uses a tee someone has discarded. Jack Nicklaus always plays with three tees and three pennies in his pocket. A North Carolina man, Lang Martin, once balanced seven golf balls, one atop another, for a world record. At least 20 people have scored two "holes-in-one" in a row. www.sattMag.coM l southern arizona tee tiMes Magazine

The New Exotics XCG3 PerformS Like A cAvity BAck with the feeL of A BLAde

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By TOM DRAPER These Exotic Irons integrate a forgiving game improvement technology combined with a classic look. But more importantly they are so beautifully balanced that with a nice controlled swing the player is sure to enjoy an additional ten years per club, easily. The striking club design immediately instills confidence at the address position. A slightly larger version of the award winning XCG design, the XCG-3 features Tour Edge’s original Dual Density Dampening System (3DS) and makes it even better by covering the entire cavity with an ultra-light carbon and thermal plastic elastomer (TPE). This new dampening system is lighter in weight, enabling a thinner face design for improved feel and forgiveness and longer shots. The key to the 3DS system is the use of two different TPE inserts with varying firmness. The system sits elegantly in the rear of the cavity punctuating the classic design while delivering unrivaled feel. The inserts are softer in the scoring irons (7-SW) to produce a more responsive feel and greater spin. In the mid and long irons a denser insert promotes greater rebound, added distance, and a firmer feel. With the XCG-3, Exotics has delivered the best the game has to offer. A classic traditional looking iron with a thin top-line, an extra heavy sole, and extreme perimeter weighting, all of which results in incredible performance.

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Tour edge is so confident the XCG-3 irons will improve your game; they are guaranteeing it will lower your scores. If the XCG-3 irons aren’t better than your current irons and don’t improve your game the set can be returned under the company’s 30-day play guarantee for a store credit or refund depending on the retailer’s policy. The XCG-3 set starts at $499 and comes with Tour Edge’s lifetime warranty. For more information, call (800) 515-3343 or visit www.exoticsgolf.com. Located in Batavia, IL, Tour Edge manufacturers and sells golf clubs under both the Exotics and Tour Edge brands names. Exotics golf clubs are for those who demand the finest performing golf clubs in the world. With experienced designers and smaller production runs, Exotics by Tour Edge can bring futuristic technologies to the marketplace months, even years, ahead of its time. Exotics’ manufactures the finest quality, high-technology golf clubs and hand-assembles them one set at a time.

Thumb Caddy; Snap it, Fit it, Grip it, Rip it

The Thumb Caddy is a training aide that helps players improve their golf game by perfecting the grip. The device is a comfortable, rubbercoated plastic aid that is small enough to fit in a pocket and is a must-have for any golfer who wants a more accurate swing and a secure grip. Easy to use, individuals simply snap it on the grip, fit it to align properly, grip the club and rip it down the fairway. Designed for all ages and all levels of golf, the Thumb Caddy is a simple solution to one of golf’s most

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challenging facets, the grip. The first instruction given to golfers is how to properly hold the club. Whether you use the Vardon overlapping grip, ten finger baseball grip, or interlocking grip, your hands connect you to the club, a vital component of the golf swing. A righthanded golfer simply rests his or her left thumb in the cradle of the Thumb Caddy and swings away.

Thumb Caddy is used by a wide range of golf participants. Teaching professionals use Thumb Caddy in their lessons to reinforce a proper grip technique with beginners and children. Low handicappers practice with

Antigua – Men’s fashions for Spring 2011 Antigua is taking its high-performance collection in a new direction for Spring 2011. Taking its lead from the ever-evolving fashion market Antigua moves forward with what the company has coined “contemporary performance” and launches its Mosaic collection, one of its 3 collection offerings for Spring '11. There are several reasons why Antigua’s Spring 2011 contemporary performance men’s golf wear collection will prove to once again be at the top of the fashion performance golf apparel market: First, the collection utilizes its highly effective DESERT DRY™ and new DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE moisture management performance fabrics with their soft textures and lightweight athletic drape. Next, Spring 2011 moves from active brights and active wear styling, and replaces them with a rich sophisticated, somewhat bolder jewel-tone color palette, styled with clean updated details and a mix of innovative textures and patterns that were created with traditional taste, and presents it in an expanded merchandised offering. “The Spring 2011 Men’s collections are also about contemporary performance,” adds Sean Gregg, Antigua’s Director of Product Development and Marketing. “We’ve moved on from the active looks of Performance and updated our direction toward sophisticated styling, and richer color palettes instead of the athletic brights that we had originally done very successfully when Performance apparel originally came to golf.” “With the Mosaic Collection we’ve kept the styling simple with traditional polo detailing. We're offering updated fabrications built with tonal hombre patterns, as engineered placements and all over tonal stripes,” Gregg says. “We also have subtle gingham inspired plaids as over-scaled jacquards; tone-on-tone matte and luster stripes that appear solid

the Thumb Caddy to build proper muscle memory for a perfect draw or fade and then slip it off their grip to play a competitive round. Recreational golfers can put one on all of their clubs and use it as a full time playing aid. The end result is the same: with the proper grip you will take strokes off your game.

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with a pop of brightness; three-dimensional textured jacquard fabrics that offer a sophisticated design element while minimizing contact with the body; and a water-resistant hounds tooth check and solid blocked outerwear piece, “Noble” that is as fashionable as it is functional, tying the group together. “The product focus is on combining fashion styling with the trends of a contemporary color palette and fuse them with the function of performance fabrics”. Highlights from the Men’s Spring 2011 Mosaic Collections include: PERFORMANCE PIQUE: The DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE moisture management pique polo is not your typical pique. The short sleeve polo functions as a dress-up or dress down polo. Unlike a cotton pique this DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE pique has a smooth consistent esthetic in its construction, wears well being utilitarian in all climates on and off the course and equally travels well wrinkle free to be the ultimate wardrobe staple. GRANDEUR: This DESERT DRY™ moisture management short sleeve polo is contemporary in it's ombre pattern and traditional in its tone-on-tone color palette). VISTA: The DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE moisture management short sleeve polo offers a sophisticated look in its tonal engineered luster accented ombre chest stripe. NOBLE: The waterproof woven jacket features a current contemporary yarn dye hounds tooth check pattern that's been critically seam-sealed to function against inclement weather. It's toggle detailing at the neck and bottom along with its Velcro cuff and zip pockets add to its weather fighting function by adjusting for comfort and protection. GRIT: DESERT DRY™ moisture management with Spandex is a two-tone textured spherule patterned jacquard. This short sleeve polo

The Thumb Caddy fits on the shaft of any club and can be used by both right- and lefthanded players. Simply clip the training aid onto the thinnest part of the shaft with the arrow on the back pointing to the club head. Using both thumbs, spread it open and slide it up on the grip, aligning its center with the club face for perfectly straight shots.

adds function with interwoven stretch Spandex, plus adds comfort with a 3D structural construction that optimizes cooling by minimizing body contact. CHAMPION: The DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE moisture management polo optically offers the appeal of being both a solid and a stripe by utilizing both dull and luster yarns in its tonal interlock construction. MOSAIC: This DESERT DRY™ XTRA-LITE moisture management polo utilizes an overscaled plaid jacquard pattern set at an angle for differentiation and softens it with a subtle but deep tonal color palette. EXECUTIVE VEST: This cotton blended full zip textured flat back rib vest is styled with a stand-up rib collar and accented with tonal dyed to match woven insets at both the top shoulder as well as the side pa+nels. With the appeal and function of a sweater it's equally utilitarian with the addition of mesh lined welt hip pockets.

The Thumb Caddy is available as a single unit for $7.99, or it can be purchased in a package of three accompanied by an instructional DVD for $19.95. To purchase, visit the company’s website at www.thumbcaddy.net or call (781)-828-7747 for a dealer near you.

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GUARANTEED G UARANTEED F FUNDS UNDS F FOR OR T THE HE F FUTURE UTURE The youth of Southern Arizona are counting on the Conquistadores to continue to be there for them as we have been since 1962. The Tucson Conquistadores Foundation is a self-perpetuating endowment created through the generosity of the Tucson Conquistadores, its community par tners and generous individuals. The Foundation is dedicated to the funding and the promotion of youth and special needs athletics in Southern Arizona. Your donation to the Tucson Conquistadores Foundation can be as easy as writing a check, or designating gifts of appreciated stock or other assets. Contact the Tucson Conquistadores for detailed descriptions on how you can be par t of this legacy.

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Sol Casino’s Summer of Fun Has Plenty of Big Winners “The girl next to me nudged me to say I won and I was like I didn’t even know where I was. Confetti came down and everything,’’ she said, laughing. “It was amazing and fun.’’ As it should be, according to Casino Del Sol CEO Wendell Long.

Nancy Standhope; pulled from the audience and won $20K.

It was the luckiest day of Nancy Standhope’s life. A few hundred here and there playing poker at Casino Del Sol and then – BAM! – all of a sudden she was $20,000 richer. “It was amazing,’’ said Standhope, who came away as the big winner in Del Sol’s $1 million End Game Promotion at the AVA Amphitheater in front of 1,500 people on Memorial Day. In fact, it was almost destiny-like. Standhope was part of the audience – and not part of the original 104 players – getting plucked out of the audience. She eventually picked the winning number for the big prize. Coincidentally, her husband, Ray, was picked right after her and won close to $500 in free play. “I just happened to pick a lucky number,’’ she said. “They gave me $250 just to walk up on the stage (after being picked). I was happy with what I had won. But then I picked No. 26 and that was the winner.’’ It was a surprise to her.

“For a first time event we could not be more excited with the way things turned out,’’ Long said. “Over 150 people winning prizes ranging from $50 to $20,000, not to mention that someone had a real chance to win a million dollars! For many of our guests this was the first time being a part of a professionally produced game show, so it was extra special being able to provide that experience for them. We strive to always provide the best experience for our guests, and this spectacle was just another example of how we are doing just that.’’

called me to come in so I hurried back and was able to spin the wheel. It landed on the million credits. It was amazing. I had never won anything before. I was very surprised. I like going to the casino. That day, I just felt real lucky.’’ All summer – rain or shine - Club Sol members have been able to win daily and weekly prizes for their chance at more than $1million with a swipe of their club card. Contestants were chosen, all summer long, to spin the prize wheel which had prizes ranging from $100 to one million points. All winners of the weekly drawing from July 12 to Sept. 6 were eligible to participate in the End-Game Promotion where $1 million was up for grabs at AVA.

That’s how it was all summer at Casino Del Sol. Big winners were everywhere the summer of 2010 at Del Sol, Southern Arizona’s premier place to play and for viewing top entertainment. Karen Chappell won a 2010 Acura TSX in the middle of the summer-long Million Dollar Wheel promotion, deciding she wanted the cash and not the car. “I’ve won things before but nothing like this,’’ Karen said. “It was exciting. I didn’t think I’d win when I went down there to the casino. I didn’t think I had won but the people said I did when the key turned and lock fell. In the end, all the officials started talking to me but it was like I was stunned. I couldn’t tell you what they said. … I like playing there. I’ve been going there since it opened.’’ Many have and continue to do so. One was Daniel Carranza., who won one million points on a spin of a wheel. “I had just left the casino and went to Casino of the Sun,’’ Carranza said. “They

Daniel Carranza; one spins for one million points.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe is a federally recognized tribe with over 17,000 enrolled members. The reservation is located in southwest metropolitan Tucson. The Tribe owns and operates two casinos: Casino of the Sun and Casino Del Sol. Non-gaming enterprises include the Anselmo Valencia Amphitheater, a 5,000-seat open-air concert venue, and the Del Sol Marketplace, which includes a gas station and car wash, convenience store, and smoke shop. It is also the future home to Sol Casino’s Hotel and Convention Center, a 215-room, 161,000-square-foot facility that includes and meeting and convention center. For more information, visit www.solcasinos.com.

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