Rick Staszewski, Publicity, IMGA Thank you, Dan Smith, for your decade of service as tournament director! Dan Smith arrived in Ironwood in 2009. His professional career as a senior level executive working within the challenges of the automotive sector provided the Ironwood Men’s Golf Association the perfect manager to handle all of our tournaments. Responsibility…
Exciting news from the courts! The IronOaks Tennis Club 65+ USTA Ladies Doubles Team has been invited to compete in the USTA Southwest Sectionals Tournament this December in Surprise, Ariz., as a Wild Card entry. Throughout the 2025 winter and spring seasons, this talented group has demonstrated exceptional teamwork, determination, and a shared love for…
The Bradshaw/Neu Tennis Tournament, sponsored by the Cottonwood Tennis Club, is scheduled for Nov. 16-23. The Bradshaw/Neu Tournament is the largest and most exciting club and community builder fundraiser of the year for both participants and spectators. Entry is open to all 55+ communities in the area, and all of the Cottonwood courts are used…
Come join us for a fun-filled day with your fellow Robson Communities Mahjong players. This event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the PebbleCreek Tuscany Falls Clubhouse (16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85395). Entry fee is $60, which includes a catered lunch (your choice of Cobb…
Larry Wolfe The Spooner Physical Therapy-sponsored team, managed by Mike Gloyd, averaged an incredible 21 runs per game in securing the Sun Division Tournament title. Here’s a rundown of all the games: In the opener, the third-seeded Therapists outlasted Mgr. Jon Hendrikse’s Wolfe & Associates squad 22-17. Mickey Gregg and Dan Melosi led the way…
Come join us for a fun-filled day with your fellow Robson Communities Samba players. This event will take place on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025, from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the PebbleCreek Tuscany Falls Clubhouse (16262 Clubhouse Drive, Goodyear, AZ 85395). Entry fee is $60, which includes a catered lunch (your choice of Cobb…
Doug Shields The Sun Lakes Chess Club recently hosted its Second Annual Chess Tournament, which occurred over four consecutive Saturdays in March and April (one game per week). We wish to congratulate our top finishers: Dave Alexander (first place), Mark Knight (second place), and Jon Heimarck and Rick Whitney (tied for third place). The field…
Buddy Meola The Presidents Cup final was played by Gary Hunnel and Herbye White. Gary and Herbye got to the final by beating five other players in head-to-head match play. A stroke play event was played where the top 64 players were bracketed based on their net scores. Over the next two months, the players…
Vic Russelavage Overview The Men’s Oakwood Golf Association (MOGA) plays every Thursday, with additional play opportunities during select extended tournaments. The association currently boasts 302 playing members, along with 87 members classified under the Handicap Only category. MOGA provides a vibrant golfing community and a diverse range of events designed to engage members of all…
Keith Ori After initially facing cancellation, the 2025 Norris Invitational Pickleball Tournament made a triumphant return thanks to the dedication of a small group of club members who brought the beloved event back to life. Held from March 3-5, the tournament was a resounding success, drawing enthusiastic players and spectators alike. Pickleball Is Great, a…