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.

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

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

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

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

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

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
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

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.

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

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

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

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	E
T2	John Hastie	69	75	144	E
4	Sam Yawney	73	73	146	+2
5	Dan Garagan	73	74	147	+3
6	Paul Schweyer	70	78	148	+4
7	Kevin Poole	73	76	149	+4
8	Jeff Hamilton	74	79	153	+9
T9	Nick Yawney	79	78	157	+13
T9	Scott Burns	76	81	157	+13