Al Worth and Ken McKinney came away with 23 first places and three second places; yes, that’s correct – 23 first places. Chew on that Michael Phelps. Both have been swimming in national and local swim meets for over 10 years and this is the best year for each of them thus far. The Arizona…
Denise Lott IronOaks’ Volunteer Recognition dinner is held annually in appreciation of the efforts of its many helpers that keep the club’s activities flowing smoothly. Each year one special volunteer is selected to be recognized and for the 2015 event this was John Radcliffe. John has been instrumental in developing and maintaining our USTA women’s…
Stephanie Higgins On April 17, the league played a Four Ball Low net His and Her game. The results follow: 1st Julie and Paul Jarvi, Jan and Jerry Hanson, 2nd (tie) Jan Skibo and Neal Skinner, Becky and John Kolb, Karen and Ron Fager, Carol and Darrell Wilcox. KP Palms No. 4: Paul Jarvi; KP…
Results of recent events: 4/04. Morning – Ace of Aces qualifying – Flight 1 Gross: 1st Paul Brauer, 2nd Jerry Davis, 3rd Cliff Mattson; Flight 2 Gross: 1st Gary Seletic and Rich Sparks, 3rd Don Klein; Flight 3 Gross: 1st Phil Carlson, 2nd Jack Wortley, 3rd Tom Mcleod; Flight 4 Gross: 1st John Beard, 2nd…
Jim Davis, Publicity On April 11 we played a One Gross plus One Net best ball format for both the morning and afternoon sessions. Both morning and afternoon group scores were combined to have only one winner for the day; with a score of 113 was Jack Hill, Bill Dwyer, Milt Olsen and Hal Mahaffey.…
Glo Malmberg, Publicity OLGA-18’s 2015 important events are nearly complete and the snowbirds have headed out to cooler climates. As our numbers recede, those of us able to withstand the summer heat will keep OLGA-18 up and running until their return. The annual match play, tournament Ladies Choice, was well received and enjoyed by all…
John Concannon, Publicity The sole Home and Home event of 2015 was completed at Sun Lakes Country Club on Thursday, April 23. The IMGA winners included the following: 1st Duane Coking and Bud Derene, 2nd Bill Ranney and Gary Hatch, 3rd Frank Wellwerts and Jim Poole. For those who plan ahead, be aware that Ironwood…
Prize money in pickleball? Are you kidding me? It’s happened. Gigi LeMaster and Dee Davison awarded $6,600 in prize money at their inaugural LeMaster-Davison Classic Pickleball Championships. Every division, regardless of skill level was awarded $400 with the gold medal, $100 with the silver medal and $50 with the bronze medal. Sun Lakes superstar Sheila…
Marcella Brown, Publicity Chairperson May 7 saw many ILGA members enjoying a lovely Cobb salad at our awards luncheon. This was our last luncheon get together until November, but of course, play will continue over the summer. Don’t forget the earlier shotgun times for the summer months – 7:00 a.m. starting in June. Course maintenance…
Ann Rounthwaite In April the OLNGA combined golf with social events, offering something for everyone. April 7 brought a Pro’s Choice game on the Lakes course where scores were counted on only four holes. Flight 1: 1st Patty Partridge, 2nd Georgeann Bell, Suevonne Negaard and Helen Semple, 3rd Denise Fleshner, Pat Stead, M.J. Coking, Ila…