2012 Spring Meeting

NOPGA President Dan Garagan is pleased to announce the date for the upcoming Spring Meeting. Details are below:

Date: Wednesday April 11, 2012
Time: 10:00am
Place: Idylwylde Golf and Country Club, Sudbury, ON

Please let Dan know of your attendence and we look forward to another successful 2012.

Job Posting - Wascana Country Club - Regina, SK

Start Date JANUARY 1, 2012

Overview
For over a century, the Wascana Country Club has been an integral part of Regina, proving itself as a haven for some of the city's best, and most discriminating golfers. Since the doors first opened in 1911, 'The Wascana' has evolved into one of Saskatchewan's premier golf courses and the city's only elite, private club. The management team and the entire staff, led by General Manager Greg Dukart, is committed to delivering exceptional experiences to the members and their guests. The membership, which includes a healthy waiting list, expects quality products and services, and the staff are provided with the tools and opportunities that are necessary to achieve this result.

The Position
The Head Golf Professional is responsible for all aspects of the golf operations, which includes areas such as the golf shop, cart storage and practice facility. He or she manages and delivers above and beyond services to the membership such as retail sales, club events, instruction and other duties. This individual hires, trains and leads their team to be exceptional, dedicated and passionate about the Wascana experience. Most importantly, the Head Golf Professional delivers this premier country club experience within clear and established financial parameters and objectives.

The Candidate
The successful candidate has a minimum two years experience in a similar role. He or she is committed to leading-edge thinking and is passionate about the continual improvement of themselves, of their team and of achieving their business objectives. The individual will be extremely competent at managing relationships, such as with members, staff and suppliers. They will have a passion for people and be an excellent communicator. As a member of the Canadian PGA the candidate understands the benefits of golf as 'a game of a lifetime' and their role as an ambassador for growing the game in the community.

The Opportunity
This is a exceptional opportunity for the right candidate who is seeking a long-term career in a senior management role at one of Canada's premier clubs. The compensation package will provide a very rewarding lifestyle, and includes a salary, bonus and other benefits and perks.

Contact
If you meet this criteria and are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter in complete confidence to:
'WASCANA' - C/O James Cronk - CRONK GROUP at james@cronkgroup.com or visit www.cronkgroup.com

NOPGA Pro/Super/Director Results

Below are the scores from the 2011 NOPGA Pro/Super/Director Championships played in South River at Eagle Lake G.C. hosted by CPGA Professional Dave St.Onge.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in the 2011 events.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Paul Schweyer - Idywylde 69 -3
2 John Hastie - Lively 70 -2
3 Dan Garagan - Pinewood Park 71 -1
4 Nick Yawney - Timberwolf 73 +1
5 Jeff Mancini - North Bay 75 +3
6 George Lacko - Pinegrove 76 +4
7 Alan Crocker - Ridge at Elliot Lake 77 +5
8 Dave St.Onge - Eagle Lake 78 +6
9 Jeff Rogerson - Osprey Links 88 +16

NOPGA Championship Results

Below are the scores from the 2011 NOPGA Championships played in Parry Sound at The Ridge at Manitou G.C.

John Hastie won the overall title on the 2nd playoff hole. Other winners included Sam Yawney who was crowned the Senior Champion and Jacklynn Miller took the Assistants Title. Hastie along with Schweyer and Lacko have qualified for the Titleist & FootJoy Canadian PGA Club Professional Championship in Port St. Lucie, Florida played in early November.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in this year's event.

Place Name Score To Par
1 John Hastie - Lively (Playoff) 153 +9
T2 Paul Schweyer - Idywylde 153 +9
T2 Jacklynn Miller - North Bay 153 +9
T4 Curtis Tammi - Glen Abbey 156 +12
T4 George Lacko - Pingrove 156 +12
T6 Nick Yawney - Timberwolf 157 +13
T6 Sam Yawney - Timberwolf 157 +13
T6 Jeff Hamilton - Sault G.C.C. 157 +13
9 Tyler Hummel - Ridge at Manitou 158 +14
10 Paul Knudson - Tam O'Shanter 159 +15

NOPGA Pro/Junior Championship Results

Below are the scores from the 2011 Pro/Junior Championships played in North Bay at Pinewood Park G.C.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in this year's event and to Dan Garagan and his staff for hosting. Next event is the NOPGA Championship, taking place at The Ridge at Manitou starting July 31st.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Dan Garagan - Pinewood 56 Even
T2 Dave MacMicken - Idylwylde G.C.C. 58 +2
T2 Tom Clarke - Timberwolf 58 +2
4 Paul Schweyer - Idylwylde G.C.C. 59 +3
5 Chad Brousseau - Idylwylde G.C.C. 60 +4
6 Dave St.Onge - Eagle Lake 62 +6

NOPGA Pro/Pro Championship Results

Below are the Top 10 and ties from the 2011 Pro/Pro Championships played in Parry Sound at the par 72 Ridge at Manitou Golf Club.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in this year's event and to Travis Spiess for hosting the second event of the 2011 NOPGA Golf Season. Next event is the Pro/Junior Championship, taking place at Pinewood Golf Course in North Bay on July 18th.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Tom Clark - Timberwolf
John Hastie - Lively
69 -3
T2 Travis Spiess - Ridge at Manitou
Tyler Hummel - Ridge at Manitou
70 -2
T2 Paul Schweyer - Idylwylde
Jeff Hamilton - Sault G.C.C.
70 -2
T2 George Lacko - Pinegrove
Scott Burns - Timberwolf
70 -2
T5 Brent Robinson - Parry Sound
Cody MacDonald - Parry Sound
72 Even
T5 Dan Garagan - Pinewood
Dave St.Onge - Eagle Lake
72 Even
T5 Brian Urbach - Midland G.C.>
Jacob Harvie - Unattached
72 Even
8 Chad Brousseau - Idylwylde
Curtis Tammi - Glen Abbey
73 +1
9 Jeff Mancini - North Bay
Matt Fagan - North Bay
77 +5

NOPGA Spring Championship Results

Below are the Top 10 and ties from the 2011 NOPGA Spring Championships played in Elliot Lake at the par 72 Stone Ridge at Elliot Lake Golf Course.

Place Name Score To Par
1 George Lacko - Pinegrove 70-70 -4
2 John Hastie - Lively 72-71 -1
3 Dan Garagan - Pinewood 71-74 +1
4 Paul Schweyer - Idywylde 72-77 +5
T5 Chad Brousseau 76-77 +9
T5 Nick Yawney - Timberwolf 74-79 +9
7 Tyler Hummel - Ridge at Manitou 77-79 +12
8 Jeff Hamilton - Sault Golf Club 73-86 +15
9 Travis Spiess - Ridge at Manitou 76-84 +16
T10 Tom Clark - Timberwolf 80-81 +17
T10 Matt Fagan - North Bay G.C.C. 79-82 +17

Director of Instruction - Job Opportunity

Director of Instruction
Golf Town (Sudbury)
1599 Marcus Drive, Unit C4, Sudbury, ON P3B 4K6

Job Description
As an on-staff golf professional, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining customer service standards relating to lessons and fittings, including maximizing sales and profitability and controlling expenses. You will develop, design, recommend and implement instructional programs, customer clinics and other promotional activities and maintain a thorough knowledge of the latest products, services and merchandise promotions. Through participation in local organizations, you will promote and enhance Golf Town's standing in the business community. An energetic and enthusiastic individual, you are a certified golf professional dedicated to customer service and have excellent problem solving, communication and analytical skills. Experience in retail and proven sales abilities would be considered assets. Must have an active CPGA Membership.

Qualifications
Position type Full Time
Required Education Class A member
Required Experience 1 - 2 years

Posting Date
April 26, 2011

Application Deadline
June 15th, 2011

Submit application to acuerrier@golftown.com

2010 NOPGA Award Winners Announced

The 2010 Zone Awards winners have been announced and we are pleased to congratulate the following worthy receipients. Formal award presentations will take place at our Annual Spring Meeting. Location and date to be announced.

Club Professional of the Year - Jeff Mancini - N.B.G.C.C.

Assistant Professional of the Year - Matt Fagan - N.B.G.C.C.

Teacher of the Year - Danny Garagan - Pinewood Park G.C.

Player of the Year - Ryan Bastien - Idywylde G.C.C.

NOPGA Pro/Super/Director Results

Below are the Top 10 and ties from the 2010 NOPGA Pro/Super/Director Championship.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Ryan Bastien - Idywylde 71 -1
2 John Hastie - Lively 73 +1
T3 Paul Schweyer - Idywylde 76 +4
T3 Doug Wilson 76 +4
5 Tom Clark - Timberwolf 77 +5
T6 Nick Yawney - Timberwolf 78 +6
T6 Scott Burns 78 +6
T8 Jeff Mancini - North Bay 79 +7
T8 George Lacko - Pingrove 79 +7
T8 Dan Garagan - Pinewood 79 +7
T8 Tyler Hummel - North Bay 79 +7

NOPGA Championship Results

Below are the Top 10 and ties from the 2010 NOPGA Championships.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Ryan Bastien - Idywylde 145 +1
2 Dan Garagan - Pinewood 148 +4
3 John Hastie - Lively 149 +5
T4 Sam Yawney - Timberwolf 152 +8
T4 Paul Schweyer - Idywylde 152 +8
6 Tyler Hummel - North Bay 154 +10
7 George Lacko - Pinegrove 155 +11
8 Jacklynn Miller - North Bay 158 +14
T9 Jerry Roy - Pinewood 163 +19
T9 Tom Clark - Timberwolf 163 +19

NOPGA Pro/Pro Results

Local Host Professionals Kevin Poole and Cam Muirhead denied the competition a win by shooting a 67 to take the 2010 NOPGA Pro/Pro Championship at The Ridge at Manitou

Finishing in second with a score of 68 was the tandem of Matt Fagan and Tyler Hummel both Assistant Professionals under Jeff Mancini at The North Bay Golf and Country Club. The only other team to break 70 were Travis Spiess of Stone Ridge of Elliot Lake and his partner Ryan Bastien of Idylwylde with a 69.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in this year's event and to Kevin Poole for hosting the second event of the 2010 NOPGA Golf Season. Next event is the Pro/Junior Championship, taking place at Pine Grove Golf Club in Sudbury in July.

Below are the Top 5 results June 28th.

Place Name Score To Par
1 Kevin Poole/Cam Muirhead 67 -5
2 Matt Fagan/Tyler Hummel 68 -4
3 Travis Spiess/Ryan Bastien 69 -3
T4 Sam Yawney/Nick Yawney 71 -1
T4 Paul Schweyer/Jeff Hamilton 71 -1

NOPGA Spring Championship Results

Ryan Bastien of Idylwylde Golf and Country Club held off George Lacko of Pinegrove and John Hastie of Lively to capture the first event of 2010.

Thank you to all Professionals that took part in this year's event and to Travis Spiess the Host Professional of Stone Ridge for another great start to the 2010 NOPGA Golf Season. Next event is the Pro/Pro Championship, taking place at Ridge at Manitou on June 28th.

Below are the Top 10 results from May 30th and 31st.

Place Name Day 1 Day 2 Total To Par
1 Ryan Bastien 68 75 143 +1
T2 George Lacko 68  76  144 
T2 John Hastie 69  75  144 
4 Sam Yawney 73  73  146  +2 
5 Dan Garagan  73  74  147  +3 
6 Paul Schweyer  70  78  148  +4 
Kevin Poole  73  76  149  +4 
Jeff Hamilton  74  79  153  +9 
T9  Nick Yawney  79  78  157  +13 
T9  Scott Burns  76  81  157  +13