Ruth Rees, Publicity The number of OLGA members decreases dramatically during the summer, increasing the odds for those who brave the heat and come out to play. Some weeks, as few as 14 or 15 play, but now that the weather is moderating toward perfect, the numbers are resuming toward the mid-winter highs. It’s always…
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Sports, November 2016
IMGA personality of the month
John Concannon, Publicity The year was 1946. War World II had ended and the world was at peace; Harry Truman was firmly in charge and a whole new era in suburban living was starting with the Levittown concept on Long Island. That was also the year during which Alan Gibbs was born in Marlboro, MA…
Sports, November 2016
Sisk Bocce Ball now underway
Gary Vacin Thirty-eight new two-player teams registered for Sisk Bocce Ball competition at the club’s table at the Cottonwood Open House October 8. That means more than 240 players will be competing in the club’s fall tournament which begins November 6 on the Sisk Park courts. For those who are unfamiliar with our club, two-player…
Sports, November 2016
CLGA September news
Mary Nelson On September 15 the CLGA event was a points game. In a points game players get a set amount of points for bogey, par, birdie, etc. Results from the tournament are as follows: Flight 1: 1st Nancy Gahn, 2nd Mary Lu Esget, 3rd (tie) Nadine Sanders and Mary Nelson; Flight 2: 1st Molly…
Sports, November 2016
Sun Lakes Lady Putters
Susan Gottschalk The Sun Lakes Lady Putters have started the 2016-17 season, our 20th year. The Christmas luncheon is scheduled for December 2 at the San Tan Ballroom in Cottonwood. Lunch choices are traditional Cobb Salad or Straws ‘N Steak Salad. Raffle drawings will be held as our organization’s fundraiser for a few local charities.…
Sports, November 2016
Picklers! Let’s play Pickleball
Janet Myrick Our new season of pickleball is upon us! Our SLPCIO club has a lot of exciting social events planned for this coming season. We will compete in the East Valley Interclub League and other tournaments. In addition, we will compete in an exciting new challenge called the Robson Pickleball League. This league includes…
Sports, November 2016
PVLGA news and views
Janet Baron, Publicity Chairman Our last summer league was held at Sun Lakes Golf Club and a very pleasant and challenging day was enjoyed by all. The weather was great; we gobbled down those special hot dogs after our game. The select a drive play was held on September 13, results follow: 1st team winners…
Sports, November 2016
CMGA – September results
Results of recent events: 9/03. Ace of Aces qualifying – Flight 1 Gross: 1st Paul Brauer, 2nd Dave Butler, 3rd Dick Haug; Flight 1 Net: 1st Dick Haug, 2nd Walt Nowicki, 3rd Dave Butler and Paul Brauer; Flight 2 Gross: 1st Ed Farrenkopf, 2nd Tom Rainville, 3rd Sam Didomenico, Jim Fergal and Ray Osborne; Flight…
Sports, November 2016
ILGA news and events
Marcella Brown, Publicity Chairperson How great is it that we are back playing our beautifully renovated golf course? Let the fun begin with our fall luncheon November 3. Your reservation is your $10 check in the ILGA box. At this time we will vote on our 2017 slate of officers and reacquaint with our winter…
Sports, November 2016
New season for OLNGA and its secretary Julie Collier
Ann Rounthwaite The Oakwood Lady Niners Golf Association begins its 2016/17 season with a best ball scramble on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8 at 10:00 a.m. followed by a fabulous welcome back luncheon at noon. Social Chair Sharon Gale has come up with the perfect program to start the season. The luncheon will feature a…