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Jim Wegman, Publicity The Niners golf league just keeps growing, so welcome our newest members Richard Katz and Neil Anderson. Tee it up, guys. Just another timely reminder, our high heat levels can be very dangerous. One of our members experienced the effects of the heat after playing a few weeks ago. Be heat smart—cover…

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Gentlemen, the year is half over, and we are in the midst of the preparation for a full overseed. Some courses will be closed for a week to allow the grounds crew to get the job done. Keep checking our weekly schedule for any last-minute changes. We hope you all had a great weekend and…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity The Thursday field is shrinking, and the temperatures are getting higher, so it is more important than ever to keep the game moving along. No one wants to be waiting in a fairway as the mid-morning heat closes in. Let’s try to play Ready Golf and finish the round as close to…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity Here come the 100-degree days, and the league is wisely moving to an 8 a.m. shotgun start for the foreseeable future. Hydrate and bring a sports drink or plenty of water for your round. And let’s keep up the pace of play. Play it safe in the high heat. Winners: 5/5/22 Low…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity A hearty “Welcome Back” to all our winter golfers. And a big Niners welcome to new members Joe D’Amore and Steve Moody, and returning member Bruce McCorkle. We hope you all enjoyed the Thanksgiving holiday with family and friends. The board and committee members of the Niners want to wish each of…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity The overseeding of the Oakwood courses will begin soon. The mornings are getting cooler, and some winter golfers are back. Check the play schedule for future dates and games. Let’s welcome our two new members: Mike Partridge and Dan Halloran. Nice to have you in the league, guys. 9/2/21 Team Stableford Sonoran: 1st…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity July and August are gone, but the heat is still here. Keep hydrated, keep cool, and stay safe. Winners: 8/5/21 Low Net by Tee Palms. White Tee: 1st Paul Feeney, 2nd Bob Clark, 3rd (tie) Bill Pender, Lloyd Schaeffer; Gold Tee: 1st Tom Reale, 2nd (tie) Greg Wells, Jim Wegman; Silver Tee: 1st (tie)…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity The high heat is here, and the Niners are playing through it. Frozen water bottles and sunblock should be stocked in every cart. A frozen washcloth or Frog Towel is always welcome in this heat for a mid-round wipe down. Don’t forget to pre-hydrate the evening before play, drink water or a…

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Jim Wegman, Publicity It is my sad duty to report that we have lost another Niner. Our friend and fellow golfer John Britz passed away early this month. John was a league member for three years, and despite his difficult situation, John always had a smile. To John’s wife Terry and the entire Britz family,…

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