Ruth Rees, Publicity Was it a dream come true? Three faithful OLGA golfers have recently had the trip of a lifetime; golfing in Scotland with a GREAT one: Nancy Lopez. This course had wonderful ocean views. The 10 day trip featured playing with and learning from Nancy Lopez and her staff on some of the…
John Concannon, Publicity The summer doldrums are upon us, especially with the Ironwood course being closed and nothing is actually happening. I’ve been told that the rework is on schedule, but, a recent report stating the 1st two holes of our course are complete, which would seem to me to be a little short of…
Bob Armstrong, Publicity “But it’s a dry heat…” It’s amazing how many of us keep on keeping on! Looking back at events that took place in cooler days: Early May saw the following 2016 Palo Verde Men’s Match Play flight champions: 1 Dave Tjosvold, 2 Cliff Joyes, 3 Dan Bottiglieri, 4 Jeff Martin, 5 Ivan…
Janet Baron, Publicity Chairman 5/03. We experienced a week of extremely debilitating temperatures. Most of the summer ladies did continue to participate on Tuesday mornings in spite of the blazing sun and the hot environment. The Flight 1 champion of our match play tournament was Carol Guild, runner-up Susan Haword, semi’s Carol Myers and Mary…
Ann Rounthwaite Oakwood Lady Niners are enjoying summer golf with Ironwood Lady Niners due to the renovation of the Ironwood course. Several women belong to both leagues, but those who don’t welcome the chance to make new friends while golfing and socializing afterwards at the Poolside Café. There are two formats for play this summer.…
Nancy Field Match Play Flight 1: 1st Donna Smid and Judi Kilgus, 2nd Betty Ulrich and Pinky Kubiak, 3rd (tie) Marci Koppelmaa and Moe Schoenwalder, Pearl Martin and Lynda Smith; Flight 2: 1st Dori Winchester and Cathy Lamothe, 2nd Chris Frazon and Barb Rogers, 3rd (tie) Nancy Field and Debbie Martin, Debbi Ebel and Nettie…
Jim Wegman, Publicity The heat is on, so hydrate before, during and after a round. Wet wash cloths and small cold packs will take the heat off and make for a more comfortable round of golf. Don’t neglect the bug spray, especially in the early morning hours on the course. Sun block is an absolute…
As the lazy hazy days arrive and fewer members are around to play golf, we can take time to reflect on some highlights of the past season. Play continues at Oakwood on Tuesdays with the OLGA groups while construction goes on at Ironwood. Aren’t we lucky to have this option? The first Riggs Road summer…
Mary Nelson 5/12. Step-a-Side Scramble Results – 1st Nancy Hermanson, Billie Seiberling, Shirley Edmiston and Cathy Lastofka, 2nd Mikki Rydell, Donna Purcell, Florence Wright and Rita Benfer, 3rd Mary Nelson, Nancy Gahn, Susan Lamb and Helen Jeub 5/19. Criers Results – Flight 1: 1st Susan Hayward, 2nd (tie) Mary Nelson and Mary Anne Lofquist; Flight…
Richard Schmidt If you are interested in joining a great group of people to play golf as a couple, consider joining Oakwood Couples 18 Hole Golf League. Our goal is to play golf, have fun and meet new people. You do not have to live in IronOaks or Sun Lakes to be a member. We…