Middle Atlantic Professional - March 2014

The Middle Atlantic Professional

Newsletter Date: March 2014

The e-newsletter of the Middle Atlantic PGA Inside this issue: Tom Barry, PGA inducted into MAPGA Hall of Fame President’s Perspective: Welcome to the MAPGA Office

The MAPGA inducts Tom Barry, Head PGA Professional at Jefferson Lakeside Country Club, into the Hall of Fame. To view all photos for the Hall of Fame and Awards banquet, please visit the MAPGA Facebook page. You can also view Tom’s tribute video on the MAPGA YouTube channel.

Meet the MAPGA Staff Section Direction by Executive Director Jon Guhl Eyes on Employment: Opportunities for PGA Professionals Player Development Discussion: Lessons that Meet Your Golfers’ Needs A Word from Our Allies Chapter Chat

President’s Perspective: Welcome to the MAPGA Office

Important Dates: March 23 Deadline to complete PGA Compensation Survey March 24 Southern Chapter Spring Meeting & Pro-Pro March 27 Junior Tour membership registration opens @ 12pm March 31 Central Chapter Spring Meeting & Pro-Pro April 7 MAPGA Scramble supported by Bushnell, Hole-in-One USA and Cutter & Buck April 14 Spring Teaching Seminar & Merchandising Seminar at Caves Valley

In this month’s President’s Perspective, John Madden, PGA takes us on a tour of the MAPGA Section office and gives us an opportunity to meet the staff. Click on the picture below to access the video.

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Meet the MAPGA Staff

MAPGA Board of Directors OFFICERS President John Madden, PGA River Bend Golf & CC Vice President Matthew Schulze, PGA LPGA Kingsmill Championship Secretary J.P. Lunn, PGA Honorary President John Malinowski, PGA Ocean Pines Golf & CC DIRECTORS Mark Beran, PGA Brice Busse, PGA Butch Butler, PGA Peter Gardner, PGA Lynne Hunter, PGA John Lyberger, PGA Jeff Maynor, PGA Sean Taylor, PGA Mike Thomas, PGA Josh Tremblay, PGA Andy Weissinger, PGA

Jon Guhl, Executive Director – I have been with the Section for 19 years, the last three as Executive Director. My primary role is to coordinate the efforts of the staff to execute the business plan of the Section. I work closely with the Board of Directors and the Officers to set that plan and represent the Section to the National Association. Secondarily, I continue to support members and apprentices in the area of Employment/Club Relations. I enjoy helping our members pursue and secure jobs, or improve their existing ones. I graduated from William & Mary in 1993 and earned my Masters in Sports Administration from UMass in 1994. After a few years in college athletics (UMass, Univ. of Louisville), I started with the MAPGA in April of 1995. Fun Facts: I have a twin brother, Mike (Atlanta); am a huge Patriots/Red Sox/Bruins/Celtics fan, and love spending time with my wife and our two kids; Justin (11) and Jocelyn (8).

Stacey Smith, Director of Operations - As Director of Operations, my main focus is on sponsorships and finance. I am the point person and clearinghouse for any sponsor-related activities. I am also responsible for overseeing all Section finances, with some assistance from our accounting team at the National office. Additionally, I handle our Section Awards and Hall of Fame selection process by working with the respective committees each year and I oversee putting together the annual Hall of Fame/Awards banquet. I also coordinate the Pro-President and Holden Cup events.

Finally, I am the staff contact for the Assistant Professional Association (APA). Originally from Michigan, I've worked for the Section office for 13.5 years in a variety of roles, several of which have earned me the nickname of "grammar police." I graduated from Methodist University, where my playing career peaked with three NCAA Div-III championships (two team and one individual). Fun Facts: I'm an avid traveler, history nerd, and am fluent in sarcasm.

Jeremy Greiner, PGA, Tournament Director - I am starting my 12th year as a Section staff member. Along with our intern, I run and/or coordinate about 12-15 Section tournaments and another 12-15 Chapter tournaments throughout the year. In addition, I assist my counterparts at the VSGA with administration of both the State Open of Virginia and the Senior Open of Virginia. I also track and help facilities run their own Pro-Ams and, with the Membership Committee, set up and administer the PATs (Playing Ability Tests) in the Section. I work very closely with the Tournament Chair and Tournament Committee to make any changes to the tournaments, mostly through the Tournament Regulations and Policies. We try to make sure everything you need to know about the tournaments we run is on MAPGA.com, but please contact me if you have a question about them, a tournament you are involved with, or have a Rules question. Fun fact: I did take a year’s worth of ballroom and tap dancing lessons. I also took drum lessons and played the trumpet for 12 years. I wanted to be a professional trumpet player, but would have made money only if I was paid NOT to play.

Hope to see you out on the links! (Cont. to page 2…)

Upcoming Business & Employment Town Hall Meetings March 27 —10:00 a.m.

Holly Hills CC

(301) 694-7210

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Section Direction by Executive Director Jon Guhl Section for this now I was so honored and proud our nationwide program (CLICK

to accept an award on behalf of the Section members and Board at the PGA Merchandise Show. We were selected by PGA Junior League Golf as their (co) Section of the Year! Based on your excellent participation and desire to grow the game, we grew from 4 teams in 2012 to 61 (most in the country) in 2013. Early word is that we will exceed 100 Section teams in 2014. If you have not already, please register your facility for this great feeder program at www.pgajrleaguegolf.com.

MAPGA and his club (31 years) is unparalleled. He is also the all-time best at writing notes to those who get new jobs or have great accomplishments.

Kudos, Tom. Your induction is well-deserved. CLICK HERE to watch his HOF video.

HERE for 2014 schedule), please be prepared to instruct these beginning/new golfers to not only compete in this event, but also convert them (and their parents) to become regular golfers!

- We had quite the class of On the tournament front, we Award Winners this year as are excited to offer two new Pro well. Led by Professional of -Scratch events with $7500 the Year Josh Tremblay, this added to each from National year’s awards class is clearly Car Rental. Both should prove getting the job done at their to be outstanding tournaments, facilities, in the Section, and in so please plan to bring a their communities. Congrats talented amateur to one or to all of the award winners! both of these events (June 9 at WHAT’S NEXT? the Homestead, Sept 29 at Your Chapter Meetings are Dominion Valley). The future upcoming! March 24th is the sponsorship of these events Southern Chapter Meeting will depend on how many presented by Jani-King at participants (and MAPGA Spring Creek GC. March 31st members) sign up for a FREE is the Central Chapter Meeting, Emerald Club membership. presented by Callaway, United Please click on the National Car Rentals and Great Shot Golf at Rental logo below to sign up Belmont CC. And April 21st is the Northern Chapter Meeting now- it will certainly help our presented by Mizuno Golf at cause!

Prospect Bay CC. You are

We will also be leading the way again with Drive, Chip & Putt. You will recall that this was a pilot program last year, with the MAPGA being one of the pilot Sections. Please watch GolfChannel on the first Sunday in April, as 88 kids (11 in each age group) will compete at Augusta National for their respective DC&P titles. I think this first national final, with the accompanying TV coverage, will really inspire children across the country to be the SHOUT OUTS next to make it to Augusta. - Congratulations to Tom Barry, While we have 11 qualifiers in PGA. Tom’s service to the

encouraged to attend, participate, share ideas with your peers, and then play a little golf in the following ProPro event.

Very respectfully, Jon Guhl

MAPGA Staff (540) 720-7420 EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Jon Guhl, ext. 125 DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Stacey Smith, ext. 121 TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR Jeremy Greiner, PGA, ext.

124 TOURNAMENT INTERN Eric Southard, ext. 115 JUNIOR GOLF DIRECTOR Bob Heintz, ext. 128 MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Kelly Lawson, ext. 126 DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Stephanie Jennings, PGA, ext. 116

Meet the MAPGA Staff cont.

Eric Southard, Tournament Intern - I have been with the Section for eight weeks and as the Tournament Intern, my four main responsibilities are helping with Tournaments, Pro-Ams, Playing Ability Tests, and the Tournament Weekly emails. With the Chapter and Section tournaments, I help Jeremy Greiner with the paper work that is needed before and after the events, as well as assist in anything needed during the event. For he Pro-Ams and PATs, I am in charge of registering the events and doing whatever is needed before and after each outing. Lastly, I put together the upcoming events, tournament results, and other official tournament sections in the Tournament Weekly email that goes out every Thursday to our professionals. Fun facts: I went to Super Bowl XLVII in New Orleans where the Ravens beat the 49ers; I weighed 10lb 4oz when born; and I’m cousins with John Waters, writer and director of the movie Hairspray. (Cont. to page 5…)

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Eyes on Employment: Opportunities for PGA Professionals

Perhaps we are in the state of

Don Sweeting is an Employment Consultant for the PGA of America.

He can be contacted at dsweeting@pgahq.com (704) 440-8025

the new normal or as many have referred, an economic reset. While everyone has reacted and made adjustments over the last few seasons, are those adjustments really working for your entire operation? As the economic indicators have stabilized somewhat, a business review is of paramount importance.

The recent articles in PGA Magazine provided great insights on sales through every avenue of the club industry and golf operations. Instead of surviving, it is time to thrive in 2014!

A business review and plan will provide the basis or foundation to implement the ideas, action items, projects, education, and training to achieve those plans for the year. We all want PGA Professionals and their surrounding teammates to be regarded as the best trained and best positioned to positively impact the financial outcomes; providing great customer service and most important, an enriching lifestyle desired by the members / customers.

An essential part of the business review is a SWOT analysis. We have all probably been exposed to business planning where we do a SWOT analysis. Investigating S t r e n g t hs , W e ak n e s s e s , Opportunities and Threats help us understand the current situation and determine the next steps to thrive.

Interestingly, anytime a threat exists, there is also an opportunity. Consider this, when the housing market was red hot: how important was it to have the best realtor? Couldn’t many sellers have gotten by with a “for sale by owner sign?”

In today’s market, people who are trying to sell their home want to give themselves every chance of success so they seek out the highest performing realtor possible.

description of PGA Professionals as “The experts in the game and business of golf.” One could look at the current environment as an opportunity for PGA Professionals to utilize their expertise, show their value, and lead.

The analogy holds true in our industry as well. When membership is full or the corporate outings are booked months ahead, it was a matter of taking care of the operation and providing great customer service. The PGA Professional who embraces the SWOT analysis and challenges their operation to be part of the solution has an opportunity to put his or her training and experience to work to the benefit of the facility and their career.

Quick note: The easiest way to apply for Get Golf Ready is to log in to PGALinks.com, click on GOLF 2.0/PLAYER DEV., click on >>GET GOLF READY (left side of the screen), and select Apply for Get Golf Ready.

Most employers are seeking the best combination of people, game, and business skills in their PGA Professional. The good news is that many PGA Professionals possess these skills. The better news is that PGA Professionals who want to upgrade any of these areas can improve their skills through training, professional development, and mentoring from fellow PGA Professionals.

The best news is that once you clearly understand the skills required to implement the plan, your value increases greatly.

All of that validat es the PGA of America’s

As you go forward this season, I wish you much success and if I can be of assistance in any way, please do not hesitate to call.

R e m i 2014 PGA Survey

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Compensation

Make sure that you and all members of your professional staff complete the 2014 PGA Compensation Survey on PGALinks. Your participation will help provide you and your fellow PGA Professionals with accurate compensation information when you need it for negotiations, job searches, and budgeting. It will also assist those of us who work with employers on your behalf in our efforts to upgrade compensation for all PGA positions.

All individual responses are completely confidential, so please take a few minutes and complete the survey. More details are available on PGALinks.

Best wishes for 2014!

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Meet the Staff cont.

Bob Heintz, Junior Golf Director - I have been with the Section for a little over seven years and the Junior Golf Director for six years. Prior to the being the Junior Golf Director, I was a Junior Golf Intern and Assistant Tournament Director. I oversee all Junior events for the Section including the MAPGA Junior Tour Presented by HITT Contracting Know Your MSR’s and Lindsay Automotive Group. The tour consists of 31 events that run The current MSR cycle will from June 16th to August 13th. Along with the tour we run four two-day come to a close on tournaments (MAPGA Spring Fling, MAPGA Junior Championship, and two fall events). In 2009, June 15, 2015.

I started an event called the MAPGA Capital Cup; a ryder cup-style format where the top juniors All PGA Members from the State of Maryland compete against the top juniors from the State of Virginia. I also run (except A-3, A-5, Retired, the MAPGA Capitol Shootout and collaborated with VSGA to start the Junior Four-ball and Life Member) are Championship. Along with my duties as Junior Golf Director, Stephanie Jennings, PGA (Director required to satisfy the of Communications) and I oversee all Player Development programs for the Section. Fun Fact: following MSR’s in order to The game of golf is my passion but the game of hockey is my first love. Still play locally.

remain in good standing

Kelly Lawson, Membership Director - I have been with the Section office with The PGA of America: for five years full time, but started my journey as a junior golf intern in 2008. I am responsible for updating the National database with 54 Total MSR’s employment and classification changes for all of our 1,100+ members 36 of 54 must be PGA and apprentices. I am also the main point of contact for anyone who may Required MSR’s be interested in becoming a PGA Professional. As the staff liaison for the Education Committee, I work closely with the Education Chair to provide various educational opportunities to our professionals. Some of my other **PGA Members who duties include coordinating all of the Section and Chapter membership meetings and board have attained 25 years of meetings, coordinating all of the apprentice orientations and being a liaison for the active membership and Membership and Scholarship Committees. Please contact me with any questions regarding are at least 65 years of your membership, classification or your MSR credits. Fun Facts: I play on an all-female flag age before the start of the football team, I’m obsessed with the TV show 24, and my favorite band is Hanson.

Professional Development

Stephanie Jennings, PGA, Director of Communications - A “newbie” to the Program shall be required staff, I feel like I’ve been a part of this team for 10 years as opposed to to earn only 12 credits only two. In the areas of communication, I create the weekly News & from the PGA Required Notes email messages, Career Connection, and this e-newsletter, The category.** Middle Atlantic Professional. I also oversee the content of MAPGA.com and post regularly on the MAPGA’s social media sites on Facebook, You may check your MSR Twitter, and YouTube. I’m the staff liaison for the Public Relations Committee and work together with Bob Heintz as a liaison with the Player status through the home Development Committee. My previous experience includes being the Director of Golf Programs page of PGALinks.com. for the Executive Women’s Golf Association and Assistant Professional at Barton Hills Country Club in Ann Arbor, MI. Fun Facts: I love the Ohio State Buckeyes and yes, I married a Michigan Wolverine fan (it’s not that disgusting); I have one daughter, Sophia, and another on the way this July.

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Player Development Discussion: Lessons that Meet Your Golfers Needs

By Mike Aldrich, PGA

We

Mike Aldrich, PGA is the Player Development Regional Manager for D.C., MD, & VA. He can be contacted at (703) 728-9033 maldrich@pgahq.com.

“...the primary reason that 9 out of 10 of people play golf is for recreation, exercise and social interaction with friends and family.” - Mike Aldrich, PGA

all know and love this golfer. It could be a woman or a man; a 34 handicap or a +2; brand new to the game or a veteran of 30 years; rich or poor, happy or gloomy. It could be you, or your best golf pro buddy. What they all have in common is a tremendous drive to improve, to have the latest and greatest equipment, and to learn using the latest technology. They may want to play on the PGA Tour, win the Club Championship, the 4th flight in the Member-Guest, or Monday’s charity scramble.

They are fanatical about the game and will fly out to Callaway to get their own Frankenwood, seek out the best instructor (most expensive/famous), and practice until their hands blister to fix their fade. They are the jet fuel that keeps the golf industry aloft and we must serve their needs.

Research shows that the primary reason that 9 out of 10 of people play golf is for recreation, exercise and social interaction with friends and family. Yes, they still want to hit good golf shots, but they do not base their enjoyment of the game entirely on scorebased performance.

What instructional products do you offer to satisfy this segment; the other 90% of your golfers?

If you view your golfers on a continuum from people whose main motivation to play is to get outdoors and share time with friends to those who would give anything for one more shot off their handicap, you’ll notice that most golfers will lean toward the recreational end. Yet, most of the resources and instruction are focused on the fanatical end of the continuum.

Recently, Get Golf Ready (GGR) has provided an important structure for beginning golfers, most of whom are not immediately fanatical about our game.

Before they start working on the skills, they need to feel comfortable with our unique environment and find friends with whom to share the game.

GGR is a tool in helping make golfers feel comfortable with you, the golf culture, and the golf course.

How many of the golfers who frequent your facility fit into this category? We all know a couple; perhaps your club even has a couple dozen.

This group needs technical instruction with goals based on scores and statistics and the latest and greatest fitting tools to satisfy them and your shop probably has allocated a We are still left with all of lot of resources to satisfy their those important golfers in the needs. middle. These are the golfers

who are ready to improve, but still see golf as a social and recreational outlet.

There is GGR 2, which inc r eas es b ot h s k ill s acquisition and on-course time. Graduates of GGR2 are probably also ready for some longer playing

experiences, whether that is in a group playing lesson or a fun 3-hole format.

Another exciting development is that some PGA Professionals are teaching Get Golf Ready 3.

While there is no national program called GGR3, these Professionals have recognized the need to continue the opportunity for another level of instruction in a more social setting. Some golfers will migrate to private or semi-private lessons, but others want to continue in a familiar format.

The bottom line is that we need to look at our instruction programs, merchandise, and tournaments with a critical eye.

Each product may satisfy a particular segment of your golfers, but the goal is to have products that fit the needs of the entire spectrum of golfers.

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2014 National Drive, Chip, and Putt: Registration Begins on April 6

With a very successful pilot year in 2013, the National Drive, Chip, and Putt Championship is ready for another tremendous year. The first National competition for 2013 qualifiers will take place on April 6, 2014 at Augusta National (Sunday of Masters week). 80 boys and girls along with their friends and family members will get to experience the aura of Augusta and the participants will even get to putt on the 18th green. The MAPGA will be hosting nine local qualifiers, two sub-regional qualifiers and one regional qualifier for the 2014 season.

Registration for the local qualifiers will open online on April 6th.

Visit www.drivechipandputt.com for more information.

Register your facility today in PGALinks: Tee It Forward Get Golf Ready PGA Sports Academy

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Virginia Chapter of NGCOA Expands to Form NGCOA Mid-Atlantic

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National Golf Course Owners Association announces the expansion of its Virginia Chapter to include Maryland and Washington, DC, thus forming "NGCOA Mid-Atlantic."

The NGCOA exists to make member facilities more productive, efficient and profitable, through advocacy, education, group purchasing programs and networking opportunities. There are around 3,300 member fac ilit ies nat ionally, wit h headquarters based in Charleston, SC.

O w n e r , R a s p b e r r y G o l f Q. Hills, owner of Blue Mash Golf Club in Laytonsville, MD and Management, Leesburg, VA Waverly Woods GC in •Secretary/Treasurer - Glen PGA, Director of Golf, The Marriottsville, MD. Byrnes, PGA G o l d e n H o r s e s h o e G C , NGCOA Mid-Atlantic President Mike Bennett added, "We Williamsburg, VA couldn't be more excited to have •Damon DeVito, Managing the clubs in Maryland and Director, Affinity Golf Washington, DC now one with us.

Management, Charlottesville, VA This will allow us to expand •Mike Mike Fentress, PGA, PGA Partner, services and support the golf Virginia Beach Golf Management, industry to a higher level."

Virginia Beach, VA "We are very excited about the

•Joel Gohlman, Senior Vice President of Operations (MidAtlantic), Billy Casper Golf, Fairfax, N G C O A M i d - At l an t i c a l s o VA announces the following new •Mike Hatch, Owner, Acumen Board members: Golf, Midlothian, VA •John Anderes, CGCS, Director of •Phil Phil Owenby, PGA, PGA General Golf & Grounds, Queenstown Manager, Kinloch GC, ManakinHarbor, Queenstown, MD Sabot, VA •Joseph Q. Hills, Owner, Blue •Don Don Ryder, PGA, PGA Director of Golf, Mash GC, Laytonsville, MD and The Homestead, Hot Springs, VA Waverly Woods GC, Marriottsville, Currently there are 95 member MD courses in Virginia and 49 in •Keith Keith Miller, PGA, PGA Chief Maryland and Washington, DC, Executive Officer, Montgomery with a membership campaign now Country Revenue Authority (9 underway. David Norman serves courses), Rockville, MD as Executive Director, with the •Rick Rick Rounsaville, PGA, PGA General office headquarters in Glen Allen, Manager, Bulle Rock, Havre de VA. Grace, MD "On behalf of our Maryland and

expansion of chapter services in the Mid-Atlantic," said NGCOA CEO Michael Hughes. "I am impressed by the cohesiveness and collaboration of golf leaders in the region, and I am pleased we have a strong new presence, advocating on behalf of the golf industry in Mid-Atlantic."

The expanded chapter will participate in key industry initiatives, such as WE ARE GOLF, a collaborative program of allied associations who visit Congressmen and Senators in May, sharing news about diversity and economic impact of the golf industry. NGCOA MidAtlantic will also collaborate with allied association chapters on projects such as economic impact studies (click here for VA study / click here for MD study).

NGCOA Mid-Atlantic will also work with state tourism agencies in VA and MD to promote the golf industry.

The group joins the following Washington, DC constituency, we are excited to join forces with a current board members: strong established chapter in •President - Mike Bennett, PGA, Virginia. We believe NGCOA MidVice President, Traditional Golf Atlantic will be instrumental in Properties, Toano, VA growing golf and serving the -David Norman, Executive •Vice President - Bob Swiger, industry in the region," said Joseph Director NGCOA Mid-Atlantic

VSGA & MSGA Open Events for 2014 4/14—VSGA Club Championship, The Foundry; 4/23—MSGA Pro-Am- Norbeck 7/14-16—MD Open—Lakewood CC; 7/17-19—State Open of VA, Ballyhack 9/18-19—Sr. Open of VA, CC of VA 10/13-14—MD Sr. Men’s Open, Elkridge; 10/20-21—MD Women’s Open, Congressional CC Please visit VSGA.org or MSGA.org for more information.

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Delta Dental becomes Title Sponsor of State Open of Virginia for Next Three Years professionals and amateurs from the PGA Tour include the likes of World Golf The Virginia State Golf Association and PGA beginning of the season,” said MAPGA Hall of Fame member Lanny Wadkins as

the Middle Atlantic Section of The PGA of America announced that Delta Dental of Virginia will be the title sponsor of the Delta Dental State Open of Virginia for the next three years.

President John Madden, the head PGA professional at River Bend Golf and Country Club in Great Falls, Va. “The support of Delta Dental and the event’s visit to Ballyhack will enhance the profile The 2014 Delta Dental State Open of of this championship.”

Virginia will be conducted at the awardA national destination club with a Lester winning Ballyhack Golf Club in Roanoke George design as its centerpiece, from July 17-19. Delta Dental of Ballyhack opened in 2009. Boasting Virginia’s sponsorship solidifies the numerous dramatic holes and beautiful status of the championship, which brings vistas, Ballyhack lies in the foothills, just together top amateurs, MAPGA below the Blue Ridge Parkway. The layout profes s ionals and ot her g olf features many holes with alternate professionals. playing routes, placing a focus on “We are excited about the opportunity to strategy, precision and shotmaking. sponsor this longstanding event,” said Ballyhack, which will be hosting the Delta Dr. George Levicki, president and chief Dental State Open of Virginia for the first executive officer of Delta Dental of time, was ranked No. 15 among Virginia. “This championship has a Golfweek’s “Best New Courses” for 2010. storied history and we look forward to “We’re confident that Ballyhack will help supporting this special event in the showcase top-quality golf,” said Jonathan coming years.”

Ireland, the director of operations at Ballyhack. “The layout will provide a quality test and continue to add to the Delta Dental State Open of Virginia’s rich tradition.”

The State Open dates back to 1924 and this year marks the 29th anniversary of the “merged” Opens – prior to the merge in 1985, two State Open championships were held per year from 1958-85 by the two governing organizations, the VSGA and MAPGA. “We’re absolutely delighted that Delta Dental of Virginia has agreed to serve as this event’s title sponsor over the next three years,” said Gib Palmer, president of the VSGA. “We look forward to working with the MAPGA and Delta Dental of Virginia in the coming years in continuing to make the Delta Dental State Open of Virginia the best it can be.”

well as Bobby Wadkins, Mark Carnevale and Robert Wrenn.

Last year, central Virginia-based professional Jay Woodson of Powhatan cruised to a record-setting and historic 10-stroke victory. Woodson became the first professional to win back-to-back Open titles since the VSGA and MAPGA merged. He’s also only one of two Virginians to claim back-to-back VSGA Amateurs (2002-03) and consecutive State Opens. Chandler Harper won Amateur titles in 1933-34 and State Open crowns in 1940-41 and again in 1967-68.

Headquartered in Roanoke, with offices in Richmond, Delta Dental is active in the community and a tremendous supporter of such initiatives and events as The First Tee, the Scott Robertson Memorial Golf Tournament and the Delta Dental of Virginia Pro-Am benefiting Boys & Girls Club of Southwest Virginia.

“We believe the championship and our involvement with golf is the perfect complement for what our brand is The 2014 Delta Dental State Open of k n o w n f o r — a b o v e a l l e l s e , a Virginia will consist of 144 competitors, commitment to quality and integrity,” including a field of approximately 72 said Dr. Levicki of Delta Dental Virginia. amateurs and 72 professionals. The For more than 50 years, Delta Dental of event is a 54-hole stroke-play Virginia has been working to improve championship. Following the completion the oral health of Virginians by providing of 36 holes, the field will be cut to the low flexible, affordable dental benefit plans 60 players and ties for the final 18 holes. and building the largest network of

Notable past State Open of Virginia champions include six-time winner Bobby Cruickshank, PGA, as well as five-time victors Jack Isaacs, PGA, and Tom Strange, PGA, among others. Also among those players to capture the championship on three occasions are Keith Decker of Martinsville and Richmond’s Vinny Giles, who remain “The Delta Dental State Open of Virginia amateurs, as well as PGA professional is an event marked on the calendars of Faber Jamerson. Former State Open of Virginia victors who went on to play the

participating oral health providers in the commonwealth.

For more information, please contact the VSGA at (804) 378-2300 or the MAPGA at (540) 720-7420.

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Central Chapter Update by President Josh Tremblay, PGA

The Central Chapter Spring Meeting presented by Callaway Golf,

Plan to attend your Chapter Spring Meeting and Tournament…

Southern Chapter March 24th Spring Creek GC

United Rentals, and Great Shot Golf at Belmont CC on March 31st is going to be a good one. The Board has planned some educational break out sessions where members will get to choose 2 of 4 topics. Find a partner for the tournament and don't miss out on the kickoff event of our season!

The first Central Chapter Social Committee event went well at Gordon Biersch and we’ve scheduled our next event which will be a bowling night at Kenwood Country Club on March 27th from 6:00-8:30 p.m. Please RSVP to Social Committee Chair Pete Labourdette, PGA with an email to peter@kenwoodcc.net.

Registration is also open for the Central Chapter Match Play. Please visit the Central Chapter Tournament Schedule in BlueGolf (http://mapga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/ mapga14/schedule/centchap/index.htm) more information and to access registration.

Ryan Burchett, PGA; Jonathan Schoenfeld, PGA; Geoff Montross, PGA

Central Chapter March 31st Belmont CC Northern Chapter April 21st Prospect Bay All PGA Members in attendance will receive three (3) PGA Required MSR credits.

Steve Greiner, PGA; Lynn Hunter, PGA; Pete Labourdette, PGA

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Sign up for the Hole-in-One Pool Southern Chapter Update by President Sean Taylor, PGA

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he Southern Chapter is getting ready for our opening event next Monday at Spring Creek Golf Club. The meeting will consist of breakout sessions to talk about player development and junior golf. Thank you to Jani-King for being the presenting sponsor of the event and also thank you to Head PGA Professional Kevin Haney who will be our host for the day.

Northern Chapter Update by President Mark Beran, PGA

The Northern Chapter will be starting its season on April 21st with the Spring Meeting and Pro-Pro Tournament at Prospect Bay Country Club. Thank you to Mizuno who is the presenting sponsor of the meeting and tournament and also thank you to Head PGA Professional Bill Horney who will be our host for the day. To sign up for the tournament, please visit the Northern Chapter Pro-Pro tournament information page in BlueGolf through this link—http:// mapga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/mapga14/event/mapga144/ index.htm.

MAPGA Members & Apprentices must complete the 2014 PGA Annual Compensation Survey to play in their spring ProPro-Pro Tournament. CLICK HERE to access the survey in PGALinks.

DEADLINE to complete the survey is March 31, 2014

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