PGA of Alberta member Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) has himself a fantastic third round at the Mackenzie Tour ATB Financial Classic shooting a 5-under 66 to put himself one back of the lead at 11-under going into the final round tomorrow (August 13). The event is being played at Country Hills GC in Calgary. Click here for full leaderboard and round four draw.

Congratulations to Executive Professional Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) on another top finish at the PGA of Canada Seniors’ Championship hosted at the Burlington G&CC in Ontario. Scott finished at 1-under for the tournament with rounds of 74-68-67. He will now look to defend the PGA of Alberta Senior Championship presented by MKRAK after winning the title two years in a row and four overall. The Senior Championship this year will be hosted at Belvedere G&CC in Sherwood Park on September 6 & 7. Click here for full National Championship results.

There is still time to complete an application for the PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarships! Two of four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to children of PGA of Alberta Members (no golf experience needed) and the other two will be awarded to selected Alberta Juniors, 18 years or younger, who meet the specific criteria. For more information on PGA of Alberta Scholarships please click here. The deadline has been extended to Monday, August 14th.

The latest issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. Content in this issue includes stories on the PGA on Wheels program, PGA of Alberta Bursaries, Association tournaments and much more! Click here to view the newest issue now.

The stage was set for round two of the PGA of Alberta PING Club Pro Championship for one Professional to stand above the rest and forever place their name in history. Craig McArthur of Blackhawk GC found his game at the right time to claim this year’s Championship with a dominant 3 stroke victory. Craig finished with a 4-under (66) for the day and 3-under overall (137 total) for the Championship. With the 66, Craig shot the course record at newly renovated Derrick G&WC. Craig will take home $3,000 in prize money and also secures himself a spot on the Club Pro Team which will represent Team Alberta at the National Championship. Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) had himself a fantastic round scoring 7 birdies for the day and finishing in second place with a two day score of even par (140 total). Rounding out the top three was Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) with a two day score of 3-over par (143 total). Click here for full Championship results.

Players could not have asked for better conditions today for the annual PGA of Alberta Club Professional Championship sponsored by PING Canada. Fifty-four of Alberta’s premier Head and Executive Professionals competed at The Derrick G&WC for the chance to be crowned this year’s Champion. Leading the way for round one was Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) after shooting a round one score of even par 70. Falling one stroke back in a 3-way tie for second spot is Murray McCourt (The Ranch G&CC), Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) and Craig McArthur (Blackhawk GC). The Championship is still very much up for grabs tomorrow with 18 competitors all sitting within 5 strokes or less of leader Dallas Cantera. Action resumes bright and early tomorrow morning with the first tee time at 8:00am. Top group of McCourt, Stanier and Cantera will tee off at 10:50am. Click here for full round one results and round two draw.

PGA of Alberta Member Kyle Miller is set to make history as the first golfer with cerebral palsy to play in PGA Tour-sanctioned event. He will achieve this when he cracks his opening drive Thursday (August 10th) at the Mackenzie Tour-PGA Tour Canada’s ATB Financial Classic at Country Hills GC. A PGA of Canada-certified instructor at GolfTEC Calgary Midnapore, Miller is on the list of sponsor exemptions for the 2017 ATB Financial Classic. Click here to read the full article from the Calgary Sun.

Gage Murphy (Cardiff G&CC) wins his first professional golf tournament by capturing the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Speargrass GC. Murphy shot a blistering round of 5-under 67 to narrowly beat runner up Albert Pistorius (Pinebrook G&CC) by 1. Dillon Batsel (Connaught GC) finished third with a 3-under 69. Click here for all the results.

The PGA of Alberta will once again be hosting two Qualifiers for the 2017 Shaw Charity Classic. The Pre-Qualifier which is open to Amateurs and Professionals alike, aged 50 years or older, will be taking place at The Winston GC on August 24th. Those who qualify for the Event Qualifier will head to The Hamptons GC on August 29th. The Shaw Charity Classic will be taking place at Canyon Meadows G&CC from August 30th to September 3rd. For more information on how to qualify, please click here.

After a difficult battle with a brain tumor, Robert Doucette passed away this morning, August 4, 2017 at the age of 45. He is survived by his wife Leslie. As a member of the PGA of Canada for over 20 years, Rob became known for how much he gave back to the game. Twelve years ago Rob made the move from the PGA of Manitoba to take his position as Head Professional at the Hinton GC and was a valued member of the PGA of Alberta since then. Those who knew Rob will continue to remember his passion for the game and will miss him greatly. Information on the service for Rob will be posted as soon as it is confirmed.

The Ranch G&CC will now host the G&G Golf Company Pro-Pro Best Ball presented by Allstate Insurance. The event will be held on the same date as before, Tuesday, September 5th with a shotgun start at 10am. Click here for more information.

Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) went back to Highwood G&CC where he started his junior career to capture the Players Tour Event sponsored by Jancor Agencies. Heffernan carded a 3-under 68 to win by 1 shot over Darryl James (NGA @ Shaganappi). Josh Fleming (GolfTEC Calgary Beacon Heights) rounds out the top three with a 1-under 70. Click here for all the results.

The PGA of Alberta PING Club Pro Championship will be taking place next week on August 9th and 10th at The Derrick G&WC in Edmonton, a Jeff Mingay designed course. This year’s field consists of 54 of Alberta’s finest Head Professionals and Executive Professionals who will compete in the two-day stroke play Championship to determine this year’s victor and for a piece of the $15,425 purse. Tee times will begin at 1pm on August 9th and 8am on August 10th. Please click here to view the field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the rescheduled Professional Series event hosted by Speargrass GC and sponsored by Golf Supply House. Tee times will begin at 8:30am on Tuesday, August 8th. To view the draw, please click here.

The new leader of the PGA of Alberta Order of Merit is now Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC) after winning the Assistants’ Championship. With the win, Craig has secured himself a spot of the Cobra Puma Golf Assistants’ Team that will go on to represent Team Alberta in the PGA Assistants' Championship of Canada at Richmond CC in British Columbia. Click here to view the standings.

Spectators gathered around the 1st tee and 18th green of Cottonwood G&CC for the Assistants’ Championship, sponsored by Cobra Puma Golf, to watch 74 of Alberta’s top Assistants’ take on the quick surfaces. A playoff on hole 18 was needed to decide the winner. With spectators and fellow competitors lining the green, Locke’s second shot of the hole went into the water and opened the door for Gibson to claim the 2017 Assistants’ Championship title with an easy 2-putt, for a final score of 2-under 140 over 36 holes. The battle for third place resulted in a 2-way tie consisting of Kasey Timms (Highlands GC) and Braden Chown (Desert Blume GC) who both posted a score of 1-under 141. Click here for full Championship results.

The 27th annual PGA of Alberta Assistants’ Championship sponsored by Cobra Puma Golf started with great conditions for the 74 competitors that took to Cottonwood G&CC in De Winton, Alberta. Leading the field after round one was Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) after shooting a low of 1-under 70. Sitting one back of Smith are the likes of six other Assistant Professionals that include Kasey Timms (Highlands GC), Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC), Kolby Vold (Wolf Creek GR), Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Braden Chown (Desert Blume GC) and Jordan Weich (Earl Grey GC), who all shot even par 71 for the day. Round two tee times will begin tomorrow again at 9am. Final group of Weich, Chown and Smith tee off at 1pm. Click here for full round one results and round two draw.

Nominate a PGA of Alberta Member or Industry Representative who you feel deserves a chance to receive an Award at this year’s Awards Banquet. We value feedback from every member and your participation in the process helps us to recognize outstanding members. This year we have streamlined the nomination process, you can now nominate through the new online form. Click here for details on the nomination process and to nominate a deserving individual. Nominations will be open until September 1st.

The start time for round one of the Club Professional Championship on Wednesday, August 9th at The Derrick G&WC has moved from 2pm to 1pm, one hour earlier. Round two start time remains the same at 8am. For more information on the event, please click here.

The draw for the PGA of Alberta Assistants' Championship presented by Cobra Puma Golf is now posted. Seventy-five of the top Professionals will compete for the $17,000 purse and to be crowned this year’s Champion at Cottonwood G&CC. Tee times will begin at 9am both days of the Championship on August 1st & 2nd . To view the field and round one draw, click here.

Wondering where you sit on the waitlist for a particular tournament? Check out the updated Tournament Waitlist page on the website where you can see how many spots away you are from being registered for an event. To go to the Waitlist page, go under the ‘Tournaments’ tab on the website and click 'Tournament Waitlist', or click here to be directed to the page.

Despite the extremely hot conditions, team Valley Ridge GC was able to finish the day with a victory at the 2017 PGA of Alberta Pro-Senior event. Jeremy Maher and partner Pat Naim posted a team net best ball score of 9-under 62 to clinch the victory. Winning on the Individual Pro side in a 4-hole playoff was David MacComb (Blackhawk GC), shooting a 4-under 67 which edged out Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) and Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC). For full tournament results, please click here.

The fifth of six Players’ Tour events is scheduled to take place on August 3rd at Highwood G&CC in High River. Tee times are scheduled to begin at 12:30pm for the one day event. To see the full field and draw, click here.

The draw is posted for the annual PGA of Alberta Pro-Senior event hosted by Inglewood G&CC on Thursday, July 27th. A massive field of 60 teams located throughout the province will battle for the coveted Pro-Senior title as well as a piece of the $15,450 purse. Shotgun start begins in the afternoon at 1pm. Click here to view the field and draw.

Round 4 is now complete for the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship which began back on May 17th. The final four teams will now advance on to the South and North finals. The South final will be the teams of Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) & Tyler LeBouthillier (Lynx Ridge GC) vs. Jim Boomer (Innisfail GC) & Chris Herkel (Innisfail GC) while the North finals will be Jeremy Lavallee (Royal Mayfair GC) & Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) vs. Murray McCourt (The Ranch G&CC) & Shaun Piercey (The Ranch G&CC). Teams will have until August 26th to complete their match. Click here to see the updated brackets.

Corbin Adams (Jagare Ridge GC) made it two wins in a row. After a double bogie on the first hole, Corbin decided to go 9-under on the next 17 to finish at 7-under 65. Gage Murphy (Cardiff G&CC) also played well shooting a 4-under 68 to finish second at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC. Jake Behiels (Cougar Creek GR) rounds out the top three with a 1-under 71. Click here for all results.

Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) with partner Tanya Bezooyen shot a 9-under 62 to capture the EFW Radiology Pro-Lady South, hosted by Glencoe G&CC. Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) and partner Christine Beauchemin finished in a two-way tie for second place with Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) and partner Jean Lesourd, posting a 7-under 64. Click here for all the results.

The Pro-Lady consists of one Club Professional paired up with a Female Amateur in a net best ball format, with the top professional scores winning money. This year’s Pro-Lady South event, sponsored by EFW Radiology, will be hosted by Glencoe G&CC in Calgary on Monday, July 24th. A full field of 50 teams will compete all afternoon with hopes of winning the trophy and claiming the second Pro-Lady event of the season. The tournament begins with a 1pm shotgun start. Click here to view the draw.

The PGA on Wheels headed to the Calgary Soccer Centre for the third year in a row for the Jumpstart Games where over 600 kids took part in various golf activities throughout the day. Thank you to John Deneer (Bearspaw CC), Joel Douglas (Cottonwood G&CC), Graeme Drummond (Inglewood G&CC), Josh Gardner (Oasis Greens GC), Brady Karlson (Canyon Meadows G&CC), Sean Murray (Bearspaw CC) and Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) for volunteering their time to support the PGA on Wheels program. Click here for more information.

The draw is posted for sixth Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season, this time being hosted at Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC on Tuesday, July 25th. Field is confirmed at 32 players with the purse set at $4,300. Tee times begin at 10:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Randy Robb (Edge Golf School) managed to shoot a 6-under 66 but needed four extra holes to win the Players' Tour event hosted by Olds GC. Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) also scored a 6-under 66 to capture second place. Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) finished in a close third carding a 5-under 67. Click here for all the results.

It took 1 playoff hole to decide a winner at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Cougar Creek GR. Corbin Adams (Jagare Ridge GC) needed a par on hole #1 to win the playoff. Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) finished 2nd also scoring a 3-over 75. Click here for all the results.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present four bursaries of $750 each to deserving Candidates for Membership and Assistants who meet or exceed the bursary criteria as outlined. These bursaries are awarded annually at the Awards Banquet at the Buying Show. All CFM's and Assistants are eligible and encouraged to apply. A minimum of two of the bursaries will be reserved for seasonal CFM's (working 9 months or less for their employer). Please click here for the application form. Deadline is Friday, September 29 at 4:00pm.

The next Players’ Tour event sponsored by Jancor Agencies is scheduled to take place on July 19th at Olds GC. Thirty players will be competing for a purse of $4,050 and Order of Merit points towards the year-end Tour Championship. Tee times will begin at 9:00am. To see the full field and draw, please click here.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series being hosted at the Cougar Creek GR on Monday, July 17th. Tee times begin at 8:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The PGA of Alberta is proud to offer four Junior Scholarships of $1,000 each. Two of these scholarships will be awarded to children of PGA of Alberta Members (no golf experience needed) and the other two will be awarded to selected Alberta Juniors, 18 years or younger, who meet the specific criteria. For more information on PGA of Alberta scholarships please click here. Deadline is Friday, August 4th.

The team of Dale Tomlinson and Brendan Brown from The Winston GC took home Low Gross honors today at the Winston GC in the 2017 Pro-Junior South. Team Winston GC shot a 9-under par score of 63 to edge out the competition. Terry Carter and Kylin Fraser of NGA @ McCall Lake combined for an excellent score of 10-under 62 to take home the Net title. Dustin Risdon of NGA @ McCall Lake shot a 3-under 69 to win the Individual Professional title. Click here for the full tournament results.

The Golf Supply House Professional Series at Speargrass GC has been rescheduled to Tuesday, August 8th. Click here to register.

The draw is now posted for the Pro-Junior South, hosted by The Winston GC on Thursday, July 13th. With an 8:00am shotgun, 36 teams will battle for a piece of the $8,900 purse and the 2017 title. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Congratulations to Jaedon McConell (Drayton Valley GC) and Bryce Halverson (The Winston GC), who all passed their Playing Ability Test today at the Redwood Meadows G&CC.

Rainy weather conditions for the players to start round 2 of the Third Players' Tour event of the season at Redwood Meadows G&CC. The skies opened up for the players on the back 9 as Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) was able to climb the leaderboard to finish first overall by posting a 4-under 68 on day 2, with 4 birdies and 1 eagle, for a 36-hole total of 137. Kent Fukushima (Affiliate) was able to maintain his steady play and finished the tournament in second place posting a second round score of 2-under, for a 36 hole total of 138, which locked him into second place. Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) was able to make his way up the leaderboard and finish day 2 by shooting 6-under 66, for a 36 hole total of 139, clinching him a third place finish.

Click here for the round one results from the Redwood Meadows G&CC Playing Ability Test.

With shaky weather to begin the day for round one of the Redwood Meadows G&CC Players’ Tour, blue skies ending up prevailing resulting in great conditions for the players. No stranger to being at the top of the leaderboard, Kent Fukushima (Affiliate) separated himself from the stacked field of Professionals to lead after day one. Kent followed up a fantastic front nine of 1-under with an even better back nine to finish the day at 4-under 68. Right behind Kent in a 4-way tie for second were the likes of Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre), Tyler LeBouthillier (Lynx Ridge GC), Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) and Scott Stiles (Inglewood G&CC). All competitors shot an outstanding 3-under 69 to sit one back of Fukushima. Click here for full round one results and round two tee times.

The draw is posted for the third PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event presented by Jancor Agencies. The new format to the Players’ Tour series will now see the Association’s most competitive players going head-to-head including the top players on last year’s Order of Merit. The tournament is being hosted by Redwood Meadows G&CC on July 9th & 10th. Tee Times begin at 2:30pm on Sunday, July 9th and 8:00am on Monday, July 10th. Purse is set at $6,250. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series' fifth event, hosted by Speargrass GC. 46 players will compete for a total purse of $5,900 on Tuesday, July 11th. Crossover will begin at 8:30am. Click here to see the draw.

The draw has been posted for round 1 and round 2 of the third Playing Ability Test of 2017. Hosted by Redwood Meadows G&CC, this attempt will begin with tee times at 4:10pm on Sunday, July 9th and 9:40am on Monday, July 10th for round 2. Click here to view tee times for both days.

The team of Evan Dyki & Will Holan of Blackhawk GC took home Low Gross honors today at the Edmonton Petroleum G&CC in the 2017 Pro-Junior North. Team Blackhawk GC shot a 4-under par score of 68 to edge out the competition. Braxton Fox and Erik Bouck of Camrose GC combined for an excellent score of 8-under 64 to take home the Net title. Larry Petryk of Raven Crest G&CC shot a 2-under 70 to win the Individual Professional title. Click here for the full tournament results.

Thank you to Ryan Doucette (Cougar Creek GR), Trevor Goplin (The Derrick G&WC), Tyler Willner (Royal Mayfair GC) and Ron Vander Mey (Lewis Estates GC) and all the volunteers that helped make the PGA on Wheels in Spruce Grove for Canada Day a huge success. The PGA on Wheels area saw hundreds of kids throughout the day take part in the various junior activities offered. The next PGA on Wheels event will be the Jumpstart Games at the Calgary Soccer Centre on Thursday, July 20th. We will need strong support from our members so please contact the office today if you are available to volunteer. Click here for more information.

Similar to 2015, Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) shot a 2-under 69 to capture another Professional Series event at his home course. Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) and Gage Murphy (Cardiff G&CC) finished tied for second with 1-under 70’s. Click here for all the results.

Congratulations to Minbae Jun (Golf Canada Calgary Centre), Edmund Dzieciuch (Apple Creek GC), Vincent Gibson (Hinton GC), Trey Lidbury (Woodside GC), Blake Roney (Turner Valley GC) and Carson Taylor (McKenzie Meadows GC), who all passed their Playing Ability Test today at the Woodside GC.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series' fourth event hosted by Lacombe G&CC. 54 players will compete for a total purse of $6,800 on Monday, July 3rd. Tee times will begin at 10:00am. Click here to see the draw.

The draw is now posted for the first PGA of Alberta Pro-Junior event of the year being hosted at the par 72 course in Edmonton Petroleum G&CC. Thirty-one teams will take to the course on Wednesday, July 5th to decide this year’s winner. To view the draw, please click here.

Dustin Risdon of the National Golf Academy at McCall Lake, was able to finish day 2 by tying the Woodside GC competitive course record, posting a 7-under 63, for a 36-hole total of 132, clinching him the top spot. Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) was able to climb the leaderboard to finish second overall by posting a 2-under 68 on day 2, for a 36-hole total of 137. Click here for full results.

The second event in the Players’ Tour series sponsored by Jancor Agencies reminded everyone who the top golfers in Alberta are. Thirty four Professionals set out to play for a piece of the $8,000 on the line. With great conditions in the morning, competitors played to keep scores below par for round one. By the 9th hole Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Kent Fukushima (Affiliate) led the front nine hoping it would be enough to finish on top for the first round. Locke fired 6 birdies finishing with a 4-under 66 for the round one lead. The afternoon presented some difficult conditions as the rain and wind started to pick up. Click here for full round one results and round two tee times.

Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) with partner Dani Perl shot a 3-under 69 to capture the Pixel Army & EFW Radiology Pro-Lady North, hosted by Goose Hummock GR. Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) and Gladdys Arede finished with an even par 72 to capture second place. Click here for all the results.

Click here to view the updated bracket for the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship which began on May 17th at Wolf Creek GR. Three teams still remain in both the North and South brackets. Good luck to all competitors moving forward!

Goose Hummock GR in Gibbons, Alberta is set to host the second Pro-Am event of 2017 being the Pro-Lady North sponsored by EFW Radiology and Pixel Army. The event will feature 27 of Alberta’s finest Professionals paired with an amateur from their respective facility. The shotgun will begin at 9am on Tuesday, June 27th. Click here to view the draw.

The draw has been posted for the second Playing Ability Test of the season, hosted by Woodside GC on Wednesday, June 28th and Thursday, June 29th. Tee times begin at 12:18pm on June 28 and 11:10am on June 29.

The draw is posted for the second PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event presented by Jancor Agencies. The new format to the Players’ Tour series will now see the Association’s most competitive players going head-to-head including the top players on last year’s Order of Merit. The tournament is being hosted by Woodside GC on June 28th & 29th. Tee Times begin at 10:30am on Wednesday, June 28th and 9:00am on Thursday, June 29th. Purse is set at $8,000. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

Samuel Kirkness (Priddis Greens G&CC) shot a 1-over 73 at his home course to win his first Alberta PGA event. Phil McCluskey (Dinosaur Trail G&CC), Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) and host Executive Professional Chad Thomlinson (Priddis Greens G&CC) all finished in second 1 shot behind Kirkness. The event was sponsored by Golf Supply House. Click here for all the results.

The PGA on Wheels attended the Sport Calgary All Sport One Day event on Saturday, June 17th which saw many young golfers throughout the day participating in various golfing activities. Thank you for the support we received from John Deneer, Brady Karlson, Sean Murray and Sean Thompson who all volunteered their time to give instruction at the event. Thank you as well to Alberta Golf for attending and the continued support of the PGA on Wheels program. The next stop for the PGA on Wheels circuit is the Canada Day celebration in Spruce Grove on Saturday, July 1st. Click here to learn more about the PGA on Wheels program.

Sixty-six PGA of Alberta Professionals will head to Priddis Greens G&CC on Monday, June 19th for the third Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season. Tee times begin at 8:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC) shot an impressive round of 75 on day 2 to help her capture the Ladies' Championship sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. Marsha Rogers (The Derrick G&WC) finished in second with 2015 winner Alexandra Freeman (Silver Springs G&CC) taking home third. Click here for full Championship results.

The start time for the Players’ Tour on Wednesday, June 28th (Round 1) at Woodside GC has moved from 11am to 10:30am, 30 minutes earlier. For more information on the event, please click here.

2016 Ladies' Champion is in the hunt for back-to-back titles. Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC) has a slim lead over 2015 champion Alexandra Freeman (Silver Springs G&CC) after day 1 of the 2017 Ladies' Championship sponsored by Dexim Golfwear and hosted by Earl Grey GC. Click here for day 1 results.

Players today at Carstairs GC saw sunny skies but windy conditions making for a tougher than expected round on the course. Bringing his "A" game, Kurtis Foote (Woodside GC) took advantage of the conditions by making 6 birdies and 1 eagle to win the second Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season with a 4-under 68. “I played well today. Hit the ball well and putted really good”, Kurtis remarked after the round. Falling two back of Kurtis finishing in second was Dale Tomlinson (The Winston GC). Being the former Head Professional at Carstairs GC, Dale used his knowledge of the course to card a 2-under 70. Sitting one back of Dale in third was PGA of Alberta newcomer Dillon Batsel (Connaught GC), firing a 1-under 71. Click here to view full tournament results.

The draw is posted for the second Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at Carstairs GC on Monday, June 12th. 56 players will compete for a slice of the $7,050 purse. Tee times will begin at 9:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Seven of Alberta’s finest Professional Ladies will take to Earl Grey GC for the annual Ladies’ Championship, sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. The 2016 Champion, Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC), will be eager to defend her crown on June 13th and 14th after winning her first Ladies’ Championship last year. The two day event will begin at 1pm on June 13th and 9am on June 14th. To view the field and round one draw, click here.

Five players pass their PAT at Alberta Springs GR. Congratulations to Kevin Gfrerer (Lethbridge CC), Melissa Koster (Carstairs GC), Taylor Kwas (The Links of GlenEagles), Michael McEachern (Glencoe G&CC) and Jeff Tell (The Ranch G&CC) on becoming Members of the PGA of Canada. Click here for the full results.

Murray Walter (Redwood Meadows G&CC) and Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) capture the second annual Golf Supply House Pro-Pro Scramble hosted by Coyote Creek G&RV Resort. Walter and Black blistered the course shooting a 12-under 59. Dustin Risdon and Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) finished tied for second with Blaine Kruger and Blair McDowell at 11-under 60. Click here for all the results.

Dan ‘Smackintosh’ McIntosh, Candidate For Membership at River’s Edge GC, will often set up at corporate tournaments or other on-course shindigs, where the local long-drive competitor charges about five bucks per player to crush a golf ball on your behalf. “It’s a way for me to get a paid practice,” said McIntosh, who was raised in High River and just made the move to the Calgary suburbs. “And there’s pressure, too, because somebody has paid me to hit a good drive for them. So I have to hit a good drive”. Click here to read the full article from the Calgary Sun.

The draw for the second ever PGA of Alberta Pro-Pro Scramble is now available. The two-man scramble sponsored by Golf Supply House will take place on Tuesday, June 6th at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort in Sundre. The shotgun start will begin at 1:00pm. To see full tournament details and the draw, click here.

The spring issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. Content in this issue includes stories on the new PGA of Alberta President Trevor Goplin, Northern Bear GC’s new ownership, the new rules of golf and much more! Click here to see the newest issue now.

Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) and Gerry MacDonald needed 2 extra playoff holes over Dave Henzie (Nanton GC) and Matt Nienaber to win the 2017 Tournament of Champions sponsored by Callaway Golf and hosted by RedTail Landing GC. Jeremy Maher (Valley Ridge GC) and Kenny Gregor rounded out the top 3 one behind with a 9-under 63. Click here for all the results.

The PGA of Alberta is excited to announce that the Association will be partnering with Pixel Army for a new website with the anticipated launch date being February, 2018. Pixel Army is an Edmonton based Website Design Company that specializes in fully responsive web design, branding, and online marketing services. Pixel Army will also be the new Presenting Sponsor of the Pro-Lady North event alongside title sponsor EFW Radiology. This year’s EFW Radiology Pro-Lady North event will be held at Goose Hummock GR on June 27th. Click here for more information.

Carter Graf (Red Deer G&CC) bettered his round 1 score by 4 shots to shoot a two-day total of 146 to tie day 1 leader, Matt Campbell (Earl Grey GC) after 18 holes. It took one extra hole for Graf to take the Junior Masters title for the boy’s division. The girl's division also ended tied after 18 holes. A playoff between Cassidy Laidlaw (Glencoe G&CC) and Kehler Koss (Glencoe G&CC) needed 1 extra hole to settle the score. Koss birdied the first hole to become the girls Junior Masters Champion. Click here to view the full results.

Reigning champion Max Sekulic (Grande Prairie G&CC), Alexander Smith (Pinebrook G&CC) and Matt Campbell (Earl Grey GC) hold a three-way tie going into round 2 of the Junior Masters at the Wolf Creek GR. One will try to break away from the field on day 2. Cassidy Laidlaw (Glencoe G&CC) shot a 4-over 75 to lead the girl’s division and will try to hold off the other competitors in pursuit of the Junior Masters title, presented by Sundog Eyewear. Click here to view the round 1 results and the round 2 tee times.

The draw is now posted for the Callaway Golf Tournament of Champions hosted at RedTail Landing GC on Monday, May 29th. Forty-eight teams consisting of either a Head Professional or Executive Professional and their 2016 Club Champion will play in a gross best-ball format for the round to determine who the victor is. The event will begin with a 1:00pm shotgun. Click here for full details and draw.

In some of the toughest conditions anyone will play in, Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) captured the Players' Tour Event hosted by The Ranch G&CC. Risdon carded a remarkable 2-under 69 on day 2 to finish the tournament at 5-under par. Kent Fukushima also played great with a 1-over 72 to finish second in the event. Day 1 leader Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC) rounded out the top 3. Click here for all the results.

Round two of the Playing Ability Test at Alberta Springs GR has been cancelled due to unplayable conditions. An update will be provided once round two has been rescheduled. Click here to see results from round 1.

Great weather for day 1 of the first Players' Tour event of the season at The Ranch G&CC. Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC) leads day one after shooting an impressive 5-under par, coming in at 66. Hot on Gibson's tail is Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake), who shot 6 birdies through the first 18 and posted a 3-under par 68. Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) and Spencer Vander Mey (Lewis Estates GC) both sit in third after posting a 2-under 69. Click here for full round 1 results.

Round one scores and the round two draw for the Playing Ability Test at Alberta Springs GR is now posted. NOTE: The tee times have changed to a shotgun start at 8:00am. Click here to view round one scores and the new draw.

The draw is posted for the first PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event presented by Jancor Agencies. The new format to the Players’ Tour series will now see the Association’s most competitive players going head-to-head including the top players on last year’s Order of Merit. The kickoff event is being hosted by The Ranch G&CC on May 23rd & 24th. Tee Times begin at 1:00pm on Tuesday, May 23rd and 8:00am on Wednesday, May 24th. Purse is set at $8,400. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

Round one and two results of the Team Match Play Championship at Wolf Creek GR is now posted. Ten teams advance to the third round. For the Consolation Pro-Pro Best Ball side, the team of Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Nicholas Becker (Silver Springs G&CC) shot the low with a 5-under 65. Locke & Becker take home $800 in prize money for the win. Two teams from the south finished right behind the winners at 4-under 66. Click here for full tournament results.

The draw has been posted for the Playing Ability Test at the Alberta Springs GR on May 23 & 24. Tee times begin at 10:00AM on May 23rd and 8:00AM on May 24th. Click here for the draw.

Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) took 5 extra holes to capture the first Golf Supply House Professional Series event of the season hosted by Desert Blume GC. Albert Pistorius (Pinebrook G&CC) also shot a 1-under 71 but lost in the playoff. Mark Corrigan (Mickelson National GC) and Jesse Florkowski (Medicine Hat G&CC) round out the top 4 with even par 72’s. Click here for all the results.

The Jack Nicklaus Signature, Northern Bear Golf Club has graciously offered their facility for this "Celebration of Life" for PGA of Canada Professional, Class A Life Member Kenneth Henry Matson. The Celebration of Ken's life will be May 23rd at 1:00 PM. If you would like the opportunity to speak at the Celebration of Life please contact Garry Meyer at mcgarrymeyer@gmail.com or at 780-916-8856.

The fifth annual PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship begins next week on Wednesday, May 17th with 38 teams from the North and South battling against each other all season. Last year’s Champions from the North of Kasey Timms (Highlands GC) & Scott Anderson (River Bend G&RA) will pair up again and look to defend their Championship against 37 other talented duos. The event is being hosted at Wolf Creek GR in Ponoka with matches continuing all season long to determine the champion. Round one will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00am & round two starts at 3:00pm. The draw for round one is now posted. Click here to be directed to the bracket.

Desert Blume GC in Medicine Hat is ready to host the first Golf Supply House Professional Series event of the season on Monday, May 15th. Field size is confirmed at 35 players and purse is set at $4,650. First tee time will be at 10am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The Professional Golfers’ Association of Alberta is pleased to announce a new partnership with O’Neill Canada as the presenting sponsor of the PGA of Alberta Bursary Program. O'Neill's set of core values – innovation in style and technology – has seen the brand devote itself wholeheartedly to the evolution of action sports. The same quality and high performance features common to all O’Neill products are found in the O’Neill golf styles. Click here for more information on O’Neill.

The field for the Professional Series (1-day) at Priddis Greens G&CC on June 19th has now opened up to ninety players. All members on the waitlist are now registered for the event. The tournament start time will now be 8am tee times. Click here for event details.

The PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship has now opened the field to allow all teams on the waitlist to play in the event. For the fifth year in a row the Championship will be held at Wolf Creek GR in Ponoka on Wednesday, May 17th with round one beginning at 10am. If you are still interested in playing in the Championship, please contact the office immediately. Click here for more information on the event.

Northern Bear is on the prowl again. Fort McMurray businessman Irv Williams has bought the Sherwood Park golf course out of receivership. That’s simply outstanding news for Edmonton’s golf community because Northern Bear is arguably one of the top layouts in all of Canada and presents a stern challenge to anyone’s game. “It’s finally official,” said Jay Barrett, PGA of Alberta Head Professional at Northern Bear GC. “We’ll be ready to go as soon as the weather co-operates”. Click here to read the full article from the Edmonton Journal.

Golfers like the new logo. Give them a second or two … and they love it. At least, that’s been the experience of staff at the re-branded Winston Golf Club, the semi-private escape that was formerly known as Calgary Elks. “The logo is two tees and a club head to form a W, and people just love it,” beamed Shawn Lavoie, PGA of Alberta Executive Professional and General Manager at The Winston. “A lot of people at the Golf Show stopped by and said, ‘Wow, that’s a great logo.’ Then you ask them, ‘Do you see what it is?’ And they have that ah-ha moment. That’s a lot of fun”. Click here to read the full article from the Calgary Sun.

The 2017 tournament season is almost here and PGA of Alberta members can expect a packed calendar filled with all their favourite events. The first event to kickoff the 2017 season will be the Golf Supply House Professional Series at Desert Blume GC in southern Alberta. The one-day stroke play event will be held on Monday, May 15th with tee times starting at 10:00am. Click here to sign up for the first tournament of the year.

The PGA of Alberta has added Instagram to their communication lineup. You can now follow the Association on the quickly growing platform under pgaofalberta. Instagram is a fantastic way to share your favourite photos and videos with others in the golf industry. Members are encouraged to include #pgaofalberta in their posts and their picture may be reposted on the Association’s page. Click here to follow the PGA of Alberta on Instagram.

The PGA of Alberta is excited to announce a new partnership with Offcourse Golf who makes apps for golfers and golf courses alike. Golfers all over the world use Offcourse powered apps. They use them to track their scores and stats and handicap. They interact with their friends and their favourite courses. Golf courses use Offcourse powered apps to reach their customers on mobile phones. To make exclusive offers to their most engaged customers. To drive sales in the pro shop, clubhouse, and halfway house or to put a tee time booking button in their customers’ pockets. For more information on Offcourse Golf, please click here.

The golf industry can be a rewarding and challenging industry for those who make the decision to call it their chosen profession. A golf professional provides instruction to all golfers, leadership for all golf environments and the expertise necessary to handle any situation. Click here to read more about becoming a member of the Professional Golfers’ Association of Alberta.

“Have you ever had one of those days where you're hitting the ball great, but your putting lets you down?”, said Scott Orban, Executive Professional at McKenzie Meadows GC in Calgary. “A good rule of thumbs is don’t forget to work on your putting once in a while. Maybe it’s your focus, maybe technique or it could be both. Here is a great little drill to help you work on the path of your swing, and as a consequence, you will also be training your focus”. Click here to read the full tip from Scott.

The final Players’ Tour (1-day) event is confirmed at the Highwood G&CC in High River on Thursday, August 3rd. Click here to register for the event.

Click here to see the full list of winners from the Calgary Golf Show on March 25 & 26 on the Alberta Golf Shows website.

The first ever PGA of Alberta Teaching Professional Championship will be hosted this year at Priddis Greens G&CC in beautiful Priddis, Alberta. The Championship will be held on July 31st & August 1st. For more information on the Championship, please click here.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce a new partnership with Foster Park Brokers Inc. as the official Hole in One provider of the PGA of Alberta for the 2017 golf season. Foster Park Brokers Inc. (www.fpb.ca) is excited to partner with the PGA of Alberta to provide a Hole in One Insurance Program for its members. FPB is a locally owned, Alberta based company that has been in business since 1979. FPB is one of the largest independently owned brokerages in Western Canada and their core focus remains in providing exceptional service year after year for their valued clients.

It’s now officially birdie (or bogey) season in Calgary, with a handful of hangouts opening for business last Friday or Saturday. “With the snow on the ground and how cold it was, I think this kind of snuck up on a lot of people,” said Play Golf Calgary’s Chief Operating Officer and PGA of Alberta Member Slade King, who prompted an outbreak of office fist-pumps with the announcement that both Blue Devil and Links of GlenEagles would be ready to roll Friday on full greens and tees. Click here to read the full story from the Calgary Herald.

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2017 Alberta Golf Shows in Edmonton & Calgary. Both Shows we’re full of enthusiastic golfers who are excited for the upcoming season. We wish everyone a great golf season this year and we hope to see you back at the Shows in 2018!

Claim Your $2 Off Coupon for the Calgary Golf Show on March 25 & 26 at the BMO Centre (Hall B) and the Official Vancouver Island Golf Vacation Contest Ballot, where you can enter to win a One Week Vancouver Island Golf Trail for 2 Getaway. The Vancouver Island Golf Trail for 2 Getaway Grand Prize Includes: 6 Nights’ Accommodation: 2 nights in Victoria; 2 nights in Parksville; 2 nights in Courtenay and 6 Rounds of Golf on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail: 2 rounds in Victoria; 2 rounds in Parksville; 2 rounds in Courtenay. Click here to enter.

PGA of Canada Life Member, Kenneth Matson passed away on March 14, 2017 at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife, Bernice; daughters Brenda, Diana and Rhonda; and his 8 grandchildren and 4 great-grand-children. Born on December 13, 1936 in Toronto, Ontario, Ken began his love affair with golf as a teenager caddying at York Downs G&CC in Toronto. Bill Thompson, the Head Professional at the time, made a great impression on Ken. However, it wasn’t until he was almost 30 years old that Ken decided to take on golf as a career after spending his early working years at a variety of sales jobs. Please click here for more on Ken’s great contributions to the Golf Industry.

Click here to see the full list of winners from the Edmonton Golf Show on March 11 & 12 on the Alberta Golf Shows website.

The 2017 edition of the PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar is officially over after two days of outstanding presentations from our fantastic lineup of speakers. A big thank to our Education sponsor E-Z-GO and Cocktail Party sponsor Lloyd Sadd Insurance for their invaluable support of the Association’s education initiatives. Thank you to our speakers Alan Palmer, David Woods, Brian Burke, John Bryan, Jason Giesbrecht, Liam Mucklow, Ernest Barbaric, Jason Moen and James Ridyard. We hope to see everyone back next year!

Congratulations to the following Members for reaching the 25-year milestone as a Class "A" Member of the PGA of Canada; Pierre Beauchemin, Terry Carter, Bill Forshner, Robert MacDonald, Blair McDowell, Brian Miller and Brian Kollman.

Tournament registration is now open for the 2017 season. You must complete your eligibility form before you can register for any events. Click here to complete your form.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held March 6, 2017, Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Elbow Springs) was elected to the Board of Directors. Trevor Goplin (The Derrick G&WC), Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) and Tahlon Sweenie (Jasper Park Lodge GC) were all re-elected.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held March 6, 2017, Sam Kirkness (Priddis Greens G&CC) was elected to the Assistants’ Board of Directors. Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC) and Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) were both re-elected.

John Bryan is Vice President of the U.S. Kids Golf Coaches Institute which focuses on helping golf professionals teach young golfers the game by assuring there are programs scaled to their needs. John will be speaking on two specific topics at the Spring Seminar presented by E-Z-GO. Day one he will be discussing what makes a great youth program. Best practices for what you can do to help kids enjoy golf and how to be successful when teaching kids. On day two, he will speak about scaling the golf course for lower scores, faster play and greater enjoyment. Click here read an article from the PGA of Alberta digital Magazine on scaling the golf course for lower scores (pages 69-72).

The Registration Deadline is today (Feb. 27) for the 2017 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar presented by E-Z-GO! Send your registration form in or call the office today to sign up. Our talented list of speakers include Brian Burke, Alan Palmer and David Woods, John Bryan, Jason Giesbrecht and Liam Mucklow, Ernest Barbaric, Dana Dahlquist, Jason Moen and James Ridyard! Click here to learn more about the speakers and for your registration form!

Deadline to register for the F&B Operations & Professional Business Communication PD series on Feb. 28 at Red Deer G&CC is Friday, Feb. 24 at 4pm. In the morning session, you will gain valuable food and beverage knowledge that can help you advance your career and map out the future for your facility. Guest speaker will be Murray McCourt, Executive Professional at The Ranch G&CC. In the afternoon, the focus will be on top-line strategies for communicating effectively with colleagues, staff, members, and the general public. Guest speaker will be Dr. Kathryn Pallister, Head of Communication Studies at Red Deer College. Click here for more information.

The Golf Show edition of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. Content in this issue includes a highlight of the 2017 Edmonton & Calgary Golf Shows, story on the top three “rule benders” in golf, highlight of the Education Spring Seminar, and a chance to win 6 nights accommodation and 6 rounds of golf on the Vancouver Island Golf Trail! Click here to view the magazine.

Alan Palmer is the Director of Golf at Shaughnessy G&CC in Vancouver, BC, and is passionate about the game and business potential of golf. David Woods is the Director of Golf at The Vintage Club in Indian Wells, California and has been a member of the PGA of America since 1999 as well as a former member of the PGA of Canada. Both Alan and David have a plethora of experience in the industry and will cover topics such as hiring and getting hired in the golf business, the keys to a successful operation, leadership, progression/mentorship and growing Head Professionals, networking, raising “your” profile with your membership, building a culture of excellence, building your financial foundation as a golf professional, building morale through staff trips & events, co-branding, how to run a successful golf school/golf clinics, membership marketing and social media in the golf industry. Click here for more information on Alan and David.

The PGA of Alberta is excited to announce the launch of its new LinkedIn account. You can now follow the Association on the popular social networking platform under PGA of Alberta. LinkedIn is a great way to stay professionally connected in the golf industry. Click here to view the PGA of Alberta LinkedIn page.

Attend the F&B Operations & Professional Business Communication PD series on February 28th at Red Deer G&CC to advance your career as a professional. In the morning session, you will gain valuable food and beverage knowledge that can help you advance your career and map out the future for your facility. Guest speaker for the morning session will be Murray McCourt, Executive Professional at The Ranch G&CC. In the afternoon, the focus will be on top-line strategies for communicating effectively with colleagues, staff, members, and the general public. Guest speaker for the afternoon session will be Dr. Kathryn Pallister, Head of Communication Studies at Red Deer College. Click here for more information.

James Ridyard is a leading golf instructor, researcher and co-owner of the Short Game Secrets brand which brings some of the highest selling independently produced instructional videos to the industry. He is a specialist in wedge play and spends the majority of his time teaching it, researching it and analysing it. James received the great honour of being a presenter at the 2015 PGA of America’s Teaching & Coaching Summit. You are guaranteed to walk away from his presentation with something new, something cool and something practical. Click here to learn more about James.

There is less than two weeks to reserve your booth at this year’s Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows in March. Don’t miss your chance being part of one of the biggest Golf Shows in the country which sees over 7,000 avid golfers attend! Space is limited so be sure to register your booth today. DEADLINE to register is February 10th. Click here for more information.

Tickets are now available through Ticketmaster for the Edmonton Golf Show on March 11 & 12 at the Edmonton Expo Centre (Hall H). Don’t miss this annual kickoff to the golf season by purchasing your tickets in advance! Click here to purchase tickets.

Brian Burke is not only the President of Hockey Operations for the Calgary Flames, he is a NHL Leader, Community Activist & Mentor. He is also one of the most sought after, dynamic and engaging Keynote Speakers in Canada, speaking on business management and growth, leadership and his life in professional sports. Brian’s topic for our seminar will be “10 Rules of Leadership”. Click here to learn more about Brian Burke.

Registration is now available for the 2017 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar presented by E-Z-GO on March 6th & 7th at the Carriage House Inn. Guest speakers include Brian Burke, James Ridyard, Alan Palmer, David Woods, and many more talented individuals. Click here for more information.

U.S. Kids Golf has announced the recipients of the Top 50 Kids Teachers Award, which annually recognizes the world’s most outstanding youth golf instructors. This year’s recipients include the PGA of Alberta’s Ryan Anderson, Head Teaching Professional at the Glencoe G&CC Teaching Centre. Ryan is one of three award winners from outside the U.S.—the others being from England and Kenya. Click here for more information.

The 2017 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar will be held March 6th & 7th at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary. Mark these dates in your calendar now, we hope you plan on attending this annual kickoff to the golf season. The Education Committee along with the office has been diligently working through the proposals sent and received from various speakers on relevant industry topics and we are pleased with this year's lineup. The Registration Package will be sent out shortly. Click here to see the speakers.

Don’t forget to register for the 2017 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows in March. These Shows are great opportunities for you to promote your club and your club’s programs to over 7,000 consumers! Space is limited so be sure to reserve your booth today. DEADLINE to register is February 10th. Click here for more information on the Shows.

Learn how to create professional marketing and communication materials for your facility quickly and easily by registering for a one day Microsoft Publisher 2010 session. The session will be held in Calgary on January 20th. Space is limited so register today by clicking here.

The PGA of Alberta would like to wish everyone and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Our office will be closed starting the week of December 26th and will be open again on January 3rd.

The winter issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. Content in this issue includes a recap of the 2016 PGA of Alberta Award Winners, story on Dustin Risdon’s (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) outstanding tournament season, highlight of the 2017 Alberta Golf Shows, and much more! Click here to view latest issue of the magazine.

Register today for the 2017 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows in March. These Shows are great opportunities for you to promote your club and your club's programs to over 7,000 consumers. The early registration option of $1,000 (100 sq. ft. booth) plus a prize donation of $400 is available until December 2nd. If you have any questions about the show or require further information please contact the PGA of Alberta office at 403.256.8894.

Long time PGA of Canada Member and PGA of Alberta Teacher of the Year award recipient, Grant Cook passed away on November 27th, 2016 at the age of 47. He is survived by his wife, Katherine and sons Andrew and Mathew. Born in Kirkland Lake, Ontario on May 5th, 1969 Grant spent a short time here before migrating west to Fort McMurray with his family in 1976. His post-secondary education at the University of Calgary brought him to Calgary in 1988 to begin his journey towards completing his Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a minor in Commerce Degree. It was in Calgary that he joined the PGA of Canada in 1992 and developed as a Golf Professional for the following 24 years. He was only at Shaw-Nee Slopes GC for one season before being appointed Head Professional, where he remained for 8 years. For 12 years, as a Teaching Professional at the National Golf Academy he continued to make a great impact on many PGA of Alberta member’s lives. As a well-respected instructor, Grant incorporated the philosophies of the National Golf Academy to golfers at all levels. He was nominated for PGA of Alberta Teacher of the Year in 2007, 2008, and 2009. Grant was awarded with this honour in 2008. He made an impact on everyone who had the opportunity to meet him and he will be greatly missed. Please click here for information on Grant Cook’s Celebration of Life and on his Memorial Fund.

There is only ONE WEEK left for the early registration option for the 2017 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows in March. These Shows are a great opportunity for you to promote your club and your club's programs to over 7,000 consumers. The DEADLINE for early registration is DECEMBER 2. The option is $1,000 (100 sq. ft. booth) plus a prize donation of $400. If you have any questions about the show or require further information please contact the PGA of Alberta office at 403.256.8894.

Congratulations to Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC), Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC), Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy) who will be representing team Alberta at the 2016 PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada at the Port Royal Golf Club in Southampton, Bermuda on November 22 – 24. Good luck to all Alberta Club Professionals competing at the Championship next week. Click here for more tournament details.

Did you happen to miss reading one of the ten issues of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine, The Golf Report? Go to the 'Media Centre' page under 'Our Partners' on the PGA of Alberta website to look at every issue of the Digital Magazine as well as interview videos with this year's Championship winners. Click here to be directed to the 'Media Centre'.

Registration is now open for the 2017 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows in March. These Shows are great opportunities for you to promote your club and your club's programs to over 7,000 consumers. There is an early registration option of $1,000 (100 sq. ft. booth) plus a prize donation of $400. DEADLINE IS DECEMBER 2nd. If you have any questions about the show or require further information please contact the PGA of Alberta office at 403.256.8894.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present four bursaries of $750 to the following deserving Candidates for Membership and Assistants': Alex Steffens (Silver Springs G&CC), Jeremy Lavallee (Royal Mayfair GC), Samuel Kirkness (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Sean Murray (Bearspaw CC). Congratulations and thank you to everyone who applied.

PGA of Canada Life Member and PGA of Alberta Lifetime Achievement award winner, Clayton Robb passed away on November 2nd, 2016 at the age of 77. Clayton is remembered by longtime partner Joan Randell, three children; Randy, Tim and Sue; and seven grandchildren. Born on April 9th, 1939, and raised in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Clayton first picked up a golf club under the watchful eye of then Riverside G&CC’s Head Professional Bill Turnbull, where at the age of twelve he became one of the club’s caddies. Deciding to pursue career in golf, Clayton joined the PGA of Canada in 1960 while working as an Assistant Professional at the Riverside G&CC. He went on to work as Head Professional in Saskatchewan and became a Member of the PGA of Saskatchewan Board of Directors for four years, including one year as President. In 1975, he made the move back to the Alberta Zone as the Head Professional and Director of Instruction at Pinebrook G&CC. He used his twenty five year stay to develop and pursue his greatest passion in life and made his mark as one of the most influential and talented golf instructors in the country. In 1996, Clayton was voted by his peers as Teacher of the Year. His involvement with the PGA of Alberta has been instrumental. He made a mark on everyone who knew him and he will be greatly missed. Click here for funeral arrangements.

Click here to view the summary from the 2016 PGA of Alberta tournament season. Congratulations to this year’s tournament winners and we look forward to having another successful season in 2017.

The PGA of Alberta announced the winners of its annual Awards on Wednesday, October 19th at the Edmonton Expo Centre.

The October issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, content includes an overview of the 2016 PGA of Alberta Award Finalists, highlight of the 2017 Alberta Golf Shows, education sessions being offered during the PGA of Alberta Buying Show and much more! Click here to be directed to the magazine.

Take the opportunity to listen to some knowledgeable presenters at the 2016 PGA of Alberta Buying Show. Click here to view the full schedule, along with speaker bios. Open to all attendees at the Buying Show! REGISTER TODAY.

Whether you are a complex business or just filing your personal tax return, proactive tax planning is critical to ensuring you take advantage of tax legislation. In this one hour session you will have the opportunity to discuss tax planning and explore the avenues that a Golf Professional can and should take advantage of but rarely do. Jonathan Gallo, as a Member of the Royal Mayfair GC in Edmonton, understands the business of golf and will be able to directly relate to you and your business. CLICK HERE TO READ MORE.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce the finalists for our 2016 Awards Ceremony, taking place on Wednesday, October 19th at 5:30PM at the Edmonton Expo Centre. For details on all the finalists, click Read More.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present four bursaries of $750 each year to deserving Candidates for Membership and Assistants who meet or exceed the bursary criteria as outlined. These bursaries are awarded annually at the Awards Banquet at the Buying Show. All CFM's and Assistants are eligible and encouraged to apply. A minimum of two of the bursaries will be reserved for seasonal CFM's (working 9 months or less for their employer).

Click here to watch a brief interview with the Sunice Tour Championship Winner Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) after firing a two day total of 11-under par 133 to win by 8 shots ahead of his nearest competitor. Risdon trumped the course record on day two by one shot with a 64 (8-under).

Never have we lived in an era where the golf business needs to stay relevant to this many differences in purchasing habits over so many generations. In this one hour education session presented by Vanessa Salomons, Director of Retail – Monaghan Golf Group, you will look at some ways to creatively reinvent your approach to golf retail. Learn how to boost your pro shop sales by embracing the changing way people purchase. What are you doing differently in your shop since the "Millennials" have become the largest living generation? Click here to register.

Do you find social media time consuming and overwhelming? You and your club are posting, engaging with users and sharing online but who is listening and why? Engagement is the key to growing your audience. In this session you will discuss why it is important to take a step back and ask yourself ‘what am I trying to convey?’ Click here for the full topic description and REGISTER TODAY!

Craig Kirchner, professional retail consultant and merchandising specialist, will be presenting at the 2016 Buying Show. Listen to this accomplished professional, who has more than 30 years of experience, educate you on ‘The Winning Golf Culture’ and ‘Merchandise Buy Plans’. Click here for a detailed topic description, as well as Mr. Kirchner’s full bio. REGISTER TODAY.

Kasey Timms (Drayton Valley GC) and Scott Anderson (The Golf Academy at River Bend) defeat Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Nicolas Becker (Silver Springs G&CC) 2&1 to capture the 2016 PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship hosted by Red Deer G&CC. Click here for full tournament results.

The scenic yet challenging 27-hole course at The Quarry proved to be a perfect match for many of the 37 teams in the Callaway Golf Pro-Assistant. The pair from Redwood Meadows G&CC, Kevin Black and Murray Walter, went unchallenged for most of the two day event, shooting a remarkable 30-under par 186. The day one lead of 13-under seemed impressive, but they followed it up with 15 birdies and 1 eagle on day two to top their round one performance. Kevin and Murray will walk away with $3,200 in prize money along with the coveted title. The team from Cardiff G&CC, Dallas Cantera and Cody Hancock, finished in second place for the tournament after shooting a 21-under par 195. Rounding out the top three was Kevin Broderson and Tye Friesen from Lacombe G&CC with a two day total of 20-under par 196. Host Executive Professional Taylor Scinski and his partner Keith Whitecotton ended up in fourth on their home course shooting a tournament total of 19-under par 197. Click here for full tournament results.

Round one of the Callaway Golf Pro-Assistant hosted by The Quarry in Edmonton is now complete. Conditions were just right for the 37 teams to score low over the 27-hole round during the final PGA of Alberta tournament of 2016. The team of Kevin Black and Murray Walter from Redwood Meadows G&CC shined bright today as they set themselves away from the pack with a 13-under round one, giving them a two stroke cushion going into tomorrow. Sitting two strokes behind and tied for second are the teams from Cardiff G&CC (Dallas Cantera and Cody Hancock) and GolfTEC Calgary Beacon Heights (Josh Fleming and Craig Vogel). With competitive scores going into round two, the fight to top the leaderboard is expected to be a tight finish. Action resumes tomorrow at 10:00am with a shotgun start. For full round one results, please click here.

Congratulations to Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC), Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC), Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) and Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy) who will be representing Alberta at the PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada at Port Royal GC in Southampton, Bermuda on November 22 – 24. Click here for more tournament details.

Players will head north next week to round out the 2016 PGA of Alberta season with the Callaway Golf Pro-Assistant Championship. Hosted this year by The Quarry, thirty-eight teams of two will compete on the course over the two days and try to take home a piece of the $17,800 purse. Defending Champions Terry Carter and Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) will look to defend their Championship against some stiff competition. Rounds one and two will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00am on Tuesday, September 20th and Wednesday, September 21st. Click here to see the current field and round one draw.

Dustin Risdon put the hammer down Thursday at Lora Bay Golf Club, winning the PGA Assistants’ Championship of Canada presented by Callaway Golf in astonishing fashion. The 35-year-old’s three-day total of 18-under-par (67-67-64) was 11-shots better than his nearest competitors, Mike Belbin, Thomas Keddy and Bryn Parry. “All week I had the same goal of getting to 18-under-par,” Risdon said. “I had to make three birdies coming home to get to the number and I did, so that’s pretty awesome.” Risdon’s final round 8-under-par 64 included nine birdies and a bogey—his first and only of the championship—at No. 11.

To close out the Players’ Tour series, day two at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort saw great weather and low scores. Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) made it difficult for the rest of the pack to catch up to him after an early lead on the front nine. Jenkinson continued sinking putts to finish with the tournament low of 9-under par 133. John McKiernan & Scott Anderson (The Golf Academy at River Bend) tied for second after both shooting 3-under 139 over the two days. Unable to hold onto his day one lead, Kolby Vold (Wolf Creek GR) finished in fourth place with a 1-under 141. Kent Fukushima made a strong comeback in round two to end up in fifth place where he finished the tournament at even par 142. Click here for full tournament results.

Congratulations to the six players who passed their Playing Ability Test today at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort. The new members are Chad Feener (The Quarry), Carter Grosart (Eaglequest Golf Dome), Will Manarey (Earl Grey GC), Tim Mody (Speargrass GC), Corey Strong (Broadmoor GC) and Josh Witty (Strathmore GC). Click here for full P.A.T. results.

Click here to watch Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy) discuss his second-consecutive 67 at The Golf Club at Lora Bay. Risdon currently leads the field with a 10-under 134, while Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) and Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) sit T8 with two round totals of 141.

Congratulations to the PGA of Alberta Assistants team, made up of Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre), Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy) & Kasey Timms (Drayton Valley GC), who won the 36-hole Inter-Zone competition by an impressive 15 shots over Team Ontario and 16 shots over Team British Columbia. Click here to follow all the scores from the PGA of Canada Assistants’ Championship at The Golf Club at Lora Bay in Ontario.

Ridiculous. How else do you explain the season that Dustin Risdon has had on the PGA of Alberta Tour? Including last week’s Sunice Tour Championship at Sundre GC— which he won by a staggering eight shots while shooting a course record 64 in the final round — Risdon has taken seven of the eight PGA of Alberta events he entered. In his only loss he finished second — at Calgary’s Heritage Pointe in brutal conditions. The runaway Order of Merit leader and a cinch to win Player of the Year, Risdon was as self-effacing as usual when describing his season that saw him win two professional series’ events, the Pro-Junior, a Players Tour event and three championships. Click here to read what Risdon had to say about his stellar season in the article written by Curtis Stock – Edmonton Journal.

Good weather during the 2016 golf season has become a novelty, yet today, the players lucked out with nothing but blue sky and sunshine for the final Players’ Tour event of the year. The tree lined fairways and lush greens at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort provided great course conditions, which meant low scores. Kolby Vold of Wolf Creek GR leads day one after shooting an impressive 5-under 66. Hot on Vold’s tail is Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood), who will go into round two only one shot back. Scott Anderson (The Golf Academy at River Bend) sits in third after shooting 2-under par 69. Fourth from the top and finishing 1-under, sits John McKiernan. Click here for full round one results and round two draw.

Round one scores and the round two draw for the Playing Ability Test at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort is now posted. Click here to view.

It took three extra holes at Dinosaur Trail G&CC for Mark Corrigan (Hamptons GC) with his partner Tim Cameron (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC) to capture the Pro-Pro Best Ball sponsored by G&G Golf Company and presented by Allstate Insurance. Phil McCluskey (Dinosaur Trail G&CC) and Dale Tomlinson (River Bend GC), Dale Miners (Nanton GC) and Dave Henzie (Nanton GC), tied for second with scores of 5-under 67. Click here for all the results.

Twenty-four pairs of PGA of Alberta Professionals will head east to Dinosaur Trail G&CC for the annual G&G Golf Company Pro-Pro Best Ball. Presented by Allstate Insurance, the teams will compete for a piece of the $10,500 purse and the Top Team of 2016 title. Shotgun start will get underway at 11:00am on Monday, September 12th. To view the draw and current field, please click here.

Closing out the 2016 series, the final Players’ Tour will take place on September 13th and 14th after being rescheduled earlier in the season. Hosted by Coyote Creek G&RV and sponsored by FlightScope, Impact Canopies, and Jancor Agencies, day one tee times will begin at 1:00pm. To see the full field and the round one draw, click here.

Click here to view the draw for the Coyote Creek Playing Ability Test on September 13th & 14th, 2016.

After winning the Assistants and PGA Championships, Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) capped off his unbelievable season by winning the 2016 Tour Championship sponsored by SUNICE Inc. and hosted by Sundre GC. Risdon shot a course record 64 on day 2 for a two day total of 11-under par, to win by 8 shots over his nearest competitor Wes Heffernan (Canada Golf Centre). Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) rounded out the top three at 2-under. Click here for all the results.

Another day started with perfect conditions then turned cold and rainy which was similar to the golf at the Tour Championship sponsored by SUNICE Inc hosted by Sundre GC. The players started hot in the great conditions and then finished cold in the rain. Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) holds the day 1 lead at 3-under par with Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) sitting one behind. Click here for all day 1 results.

He’s admittedly more passionate now about teaching than swinging his own sticks. For local instructor Dustin Risdon, that short-term gig — lugging the weaponry for Spain’s Miguel Angel Martin during the 2016 Shaw Charity Classic — was all about gaining knowledge to share with his students. After donning a caddie bib last week, Risdon should be wearing a bullseye Tuesday-Wednesday at the PGA of Alberta’s Sunice Tour Championship at Sundre Golf Club. “Obviously, everything has gone my way,” said Risdon, who has a sparkling scoring average of 67.11 in eight PGA of Alberta get-togethers this season. “I didn’t plan on playing this well. But I got the Assistants Championship and the PGA Championship, so I guess this would be the last one on the list.” Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson – Calgary Sun.

Sundre GC will host the 2016 Sunice PGA of Alberta Tour Championship next week on Sept. 6th & 7th. The top 10 money leaders from this years’ Players’ Tour events, the top 10 money leaders from this years’ Professional Series events, and the top 30 overall individual money leaders were all invited to play in this two day 36-hole competition. Two time defending Champion Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) will lead the charge against 46 other top Professionals in Alberta. Tee times begin at 1pm on Tuesday, Sept. 6th and 8am on Wednesday, Sept. 7th. Please click here to see the current field and draw.

With the season winding down David MacComb (Blackhawk GC) shot his best tournament round of the season to win the final Golf Supply House Professional Series Event of the season. Under great conditions MacComb had an eagle and eight birdies to shot a 5-under 67. Joey Sereda (Highlands GC) finished a close second with a 4-under 68. Spencer Vandermay (Lewis Estates GC) and Blaine Kruger (Stony Plain GC) finished tied for third at 3-under. Click here for all the results.

Click here to watch a short interview with the PGA of Alberta Champion Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) who shot a 1-under 71 at Edmonton Petroleum G&CC to win the Championship.

Six players qualify for the Champions Tour Shaw Charity Classic on Aug. 31 - Sept. 4 at Canyon Meadows G&CC. Clark Dennis & Bob Niger had the low rounds of the day both shooting 3-under 69’s, followed by Jeff LeMaster, Miguel Angel Martin & John Inman with 1-under 71's. Jose Coceres received the final qualifying spot with an even par 72. Click here for more information.

Congratulations to the following new members; Graeme Drummond (McKenzie Meadows GC), Evan Dyki (The Quarry GC), Shae Wagner (Boulder Creek GC), and Chris Ward (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC).

“It’s funny because this is Year 4 and every year has been a bit of a different buildup as far as excitement goes,” said Matt Freeman, the Head Pro at the club which is once again hosting the Shaw Charity Classic tournament. “This year I would say there’s a little more hype based on the field and the new players coming. The last-gasp qualifier for the Classic goes on Tuesday, August 30th at The Hamptons Golf Club, with 28 golfers teeing off in hopes of snaring one of six entries. Included in the group are three Calgarians: Scott Allred, Gord Courage and Darryl James. Click here to read the full article.

Darryl James is shooting to qualify for the Shaw Charity Classic. James has already teed it up twice against the PGA Tour Champions stars and is hoping to experience it all over again as the senior birdie-machines return to Canyon Meadows, but the 55-year-old has been bothered by a lower-back injury since being rear-ended in a traffic accident late last week. An instructor at National Golf Academy at Shaganappi, James was among the success stories at the qualifier in 2014 and received an exemption last summer. Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson - Calgary Sun.

Sundre GC will play host to this year’s Sunice Tour Championship on September 6th & 7th. The top 10 money leaders from this years’ Players’ Tour events, the top 10 money leaders from this years’ Professional Series events, and the top 30 individual money leaders were all invited to play in this two-day 36-hole competition. Click here to see if you’ve qualified for the Championship.

Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) shot a 4-under 67 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Willow Park G&CC. Almost chasing down Risdon was runner-up Murray Walter (Redwood Meadows G&CC) with a 3-under 68. Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) finished in third with a 2-under 69. Click here for all results.

Click here for the round one results for the 2016 Alberta Springs Fall Playing Ability Test. Tee times for round two begin at 8:00am tomorrow, Tuesday August 30th.

It was cold. It was wet. It was windy. Other than that it was a pretty nice day for the PGA of Alberta Championship played at the wet and soggy Edmonton Petroleum G&CC. Dustin Risdon of National Golf Academy at McCall Lake took the title for the second straight year. “I’m a mudder. This kind of weather doesn’t bother me at all,” said Risdon, who won the largest-field PGA of Alberta event of the season with a 1-under 71 to edge out Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) and Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) by one shot. Click here for full story from the Edmonton Sun.

After a season-long set of matches, the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship now has its finalists. Representing the North bracket will be Scott Anderson (River Bend GC) and Kasey Timms (Drayton Valley GC) who will take on the South winners Nicholas Becker (Silver Springs G&CC) and Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) in what should be an outstanding finish to the Championship. The two teams will square off at Red Deer G&CC on Thursday, September 15th to determine who will take home this year’s title and $5,000 grand prize. Click here to view the season long bracket.

Thirty-three players will compete at the Shaw Charity Classic Event Qualifier - the last stage before the official tournament held at Canyon Meadows G&CC on August 31 – September 4. The Qualifier will begin at 7:30am on Tuesday, August 30th at The Hamptons GC. To view the draw, please click here.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series #9 event being hosted at Willow Park G&CC in Calgary on Monday, August 29th. Forty-nine players will compete for the $6,450. Crossover will begin at 11:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the final Golf Supply House Professional Series #10 of 2016. Stony Plain GC will play host to 43 Professionals on Wednesday, August 31st, hoping to win the closing Professional Series of the year. Tee times begin at 1:00pm. Click here to see the draw and current field.

The Calgary Elks Lodge & GC saw 12 participants today trying to qualify for the Shaw Charity Classic. However, only five have earned a spot in the Event Qualifier being held on Tuesday, August 30th at The Hamptons GC in Calgary. Congratulations to Darryl James (69), Bob Niger (71), Jeff LeMaster (71), Klas Tenmark (71), and Gord Courage (72) for advancing to the Event Qualifier. Click here for more information.

Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) shot a 1-under 71 to capture his 2nd PGA of Alberta Championship in a row. Risdon won by one shot over Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) and Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) who both battled the tough conditions to shoot even par 72’s. Four golfers all tied for fourth at 74. Click here for full results.

The draw has been posted for the Playing Ability Test at Alberta Springs GR on August 29 & 30, 2016. Tee times begin at 10:00AM on August 29th and 8:00AM on August 30th. Click here for the draw.

Day one of the PGA of Alberta Championship has been cancelled due to unplayable conditions. The draw will remain in the same order for round two, with tee times beginning at 9:00am tomorrow, August 23rd. This will be a one round Championship. Click here to view the round two draw and tee times.

Twelve players will play for five spots at the Shaw Charity Classic Event Qualifier - the last stage before the official tournament being held again at Canyon Meadows G&CC. The Pre-Qualifier will begin at 7:30am on Thursday, August 25th at Calgary Elks Lodge & GC. Good luck to PGA of Alberta members Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) & Gord Courage (Hamptons GC). To view the draw, please click here.

The August issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine... the "Golf Report" is now live. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, content includes an overview of the PGA of Alberta Championship at Edmonton Petroleum G&CC, Q&A with Executive Director Robert Rousselle (Part two), the PGA of Alberta's new video channel, and much more. Click here to be directed to the magazine.

The draw is now posted for the 34th annual PGA of Alberta Championship sponsored by Club Car – TaylorMade adidas. This year’s Championship takes place up north at the Edmonton Petroleum G&CC on August 22nd & 23rd. Ninety-four of Alberta’s top Professionals will be competing to take home a piece of the $34,500 purse and reserve a spot on the Alberta Assistants’ and Club Pro teams. Round one and two tee times will begin at 7am. Please click here to view the round one draw.

Adam Bruce (Glendale G&CC) and local professionals Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) and Cody Hancock (Cardiff G&CC) all shot 1-under 71’s but needed 1 extra hole to decide the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Cardiff G&CC. Adam Bruce was eventually crowned the champion. Club Pro Champion Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy), Spencer Vandermey (Lewis Estates GC) and Nicholas Vandermey all finished 1 behind with even par 72’s. Click here for all the results.

A strong charge on Day 2 by Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) to capture the 2016 Senior Championship presented by MKRAK and hosted by Inglewood G&CC. Allred shot a 4-under 67 to win by 2 shots over Day 1 leader Darryl James (NGA@Shaganappi) and Lyndon King (Collicutt Siding GC). Kevin Snell had a strong 2 days and won the Super Senior Division while Derek Gibson took home the Diamond Division. Click here for all the results.

Click here to watch an interview with the 2016 Dexim Golfwear Ladies’ Champion Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC). Kylie won the Championship by 6 strokes with a two day total 151.

Darryl James (NGA @ Shaganappi) has taken control of the Senior Championship presented by MKRAK and hosted by Inglewood G&CC. James shot a 5-under 66 to take a 7 shot lead heading into Day 2. Kevin Day (Billy D’s Golf Center) and Club Pro Champion Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy) will try and chase down James tomorrow in the final group. Click for all results.

The PGA of Alberta will again be hosting two qualifiers for the 2016 Shaw Charity Classic. The Pre-Qualifier which is open to Amateurs and Professionals alike, aged 50 years or older, will be taking place at the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC on August 25th. Those who qualify for the Event Qualifier will head to The Hamptons GC on August 30th. The Shaw Charity Classic will be taking place at Canyon Meadows G&CC from August 31st to September 4th. For more information on how to qualify, please click here.

Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC) did what she needed to do in capturing the 2016 Dexim Ladies Championship hosted by Red Deer G&CC. Kylie won in decisive fashion winning by 6 shots over her nearest competitor. Diane Strang (Belvedere G&CC) and Laura Witvoet (Wolf Creek GR) finished second and third respectively. Click here for all the results.

The draw is posted for the Senior Championship presented by MKRAK. This year’s Championship will be hosted by Inglewood G&CC in Calgary on Monday, August 15th and Tuesday, August 16th. Defending Champion Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) will be looking to win his fourth title against thirty-six other Professionals aged 50 years and over. Tee times begin at 12:30pm on Aug. 15th and at 7:30am on Aug. 16th. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The eighth event of the Golf Supply House Professional Series will head north to Cardiff G&CC on Wednesday, August 17th. 35 Professionals are set to contend for a slice of the $4,800 purse. The first group of competitors will tee off at 8:00am. Click here for the full field and draw.

After starting with a lost ball on her first tee shot of the day, Kylie Barros (Glendale G&CC) proceeded to make 5 birdies on the next 8 holes and carded a 3-under 33 on the front. Kylie finished the day with the lead at 1-over 73. Laura Witvoet (Wolf Creek GR) sits in second at 4-over par and two time defending champ Alex Steffens (Silver Springs G&CC) will complete the final group sitting 4 back. Click here for all the results.

Edmonton has its first Top 10 Canadian golf course. In its biennial rankings, SCOREGolf magazine rated Blackhawk Golf Club No. 9 in the country in its latest survey of some 2,200 courses in Canada. “It’s a major accolade for us,” said Blackhawk managing partner Al Prokop. Click here to read the full story from the Calgary Sun.

The final Players’ Tour at Coyote Creek G&RV Resort has been rescheduled to September 13 & 14. Click here to register.

Click here to watch an interview with the 2016 PING Canada Club Pro Champion Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy) after winning at the Calgary G&CC by 1 stroke.

Ten of Alberta’s finest Professional Ladies will take to Red Deer G&CC for the annual Ladies’ Championship presented by Dexim Golfwear. The 2015 Champion, Alex Steffens (Silver Springs G&CC) will be eager to defend her crown on August 11th & 12th after winning the Championship two years in a row. The two day event will begin at 11am on August 11th and 10am on August 12th. To view the field and round one draw, click here.

Unfortunately Mother Nature didn't cooperate at the Calgary G&CC for day 2 of the Club Pro Championship sponsored by PING. The final round was cancelled due to the unplayable course conditions from the amount of standing water which had accumulated. Blair Oko (Blair Oko Golf Academy) claimed his first Club Pro title with his round one score of 1-over par 71. A total of 7 players tied for second place with a score of 72. Click here for full results.

The Calgary G&CC proved to be challenging for the 68 Executive Professionals, Head Professionals, and Head Teaching Professionals competing in the Club Pro Championship. The event sponsored by PING Canada saw many competitors struggling to keep the ball below the hole on day one. Blair Oko (Blair Oko Academy) sits atop the leaderboard after shooting a standalone 1-over par 71. His determination to push through the difficult course led him to the best score of the day. As the closest race to date, seven professionals are tied for second sitting at 2-over par 72, with another three tied for 8th place after a first round of 4-over par 74. Tight in competition, competitors are going into round two hoping their day one knowledge will help them to claim the Championship title. Click here for results and round 2 tee times.

Click here to watch a short interview with the PGA of Alberta Assistants’ Champion Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) shooting a two day score of 128 (16-under) at Mill Woods GC.

The 2016 PGA of Alberta Club Pro Championship sponsored by PING Canada will be taking place next week on August 2nd and 3rd at the Calgary G&CC. Defending Champion Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) will lead a stacked field of 68 of Alberta’s top Executive Professionals, Head Professionals, and Head Teaching Professionals into the two-day stroke play Championship all vying for a slice of the $22,150 purse. Tee times will begin at 10:30am on August 2nd and 7:00am on August 3rd. Click here to view the current field and draw.

Round four is now complete for the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship which began back on May 18th. The final four teams will now advance on to the South and North finals. The South final will be MacGregor/Stanier vs. Locke/Becker while the North finals includes Lavallee/Cantera vs. Anderson/Timms. Teams will have until August 20th to complete their round five match-up. Click here to see the updated brackets.

Today, Goose Hummock GR welcomed 28 teams to their course for the Pro-Junior North. The low gross title went to Ryan McDermott (The Links at Spruce Grove) and Austin Noskiye, who shot a score of 7-under par 64. The host team, Goose Hummock GR, made up by Mike McEvay and Owen Lai took the low net award after shooting a low score of 62. The Individual Professional side ended with a three way tie for first place with a score of 70. Jordan Rodda of Sturgeon Valley G&CC birdied the first playoff hole to claim his first PGA of Alberta title. Click here for full tournament results.

The PGA of Alberta is once again offering a scholarship opportunity for junior players entering post-secondary schools. For 2016 there will be 4 PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarships of $1000 each. Two of these scholarships will be awarded to children of PGA of Alberta Members (no golf experience needed) and the other two will be awarded to selected Alberta Junior boys or girls, 18 years or younger, who meet the specific golf criteria. Application forms must be submitted by August 5, 2016. Click read more to access the package and forward to any eligible juniors.

Competition was strong as round one leader, Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) and Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) battled hole by hole in round two to work their way towards the title. With five straight birdies starting his back nine at Mill Woods GC, Heffernan took the lead for a short time before Risdon’s comeback made things tense going into 18 with a tie. Heffernan’s short putt on 18 led Risdon to claiming the 2016 Assistants’ Championship title with a final score of 16-under par 128 over 36 holes. Heffernan finished in a close second with a 15-under par 129. Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) made a move from the rest of the field to place third, shooting two day total of 8-under par 136. Click here for full Championship results.

Perfect playing conditions led to a great first round for many players at the 26th Cobra Puma Golf PGA of Alberta Assistants’ Championship. One shot shy of the course record, previously set by Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) shoots an admirable 10-under 62 for the lead. The round one lowest score consisted of 10 birdies and 8 pars. Defending Champion and playing partner, Justin Stoski (Lethbridge CC) enjoyed watching Risdon prove why he is continuously a player to watch, stating ‘Risdon doesn’t miss any putts and has no bogeys… he doesn’t miss anything.’ In second, Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) posted a respectable 8-under par 64. Carding 6 birdies and an eagle, he is a good spot to challenge Risdon in round two. Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) sits in third place carding a 66.Tied for fourth place are Blaine Kruger (Stony Plain GC) and Belbin at 67. Round two will pick back up with a 9:00am shotgun start. Click here for full round one results and round two draw.

The draw is now posted for the second PGA of Alberta Pro-Junior event of 2016 this time being hosted by Goose Hummock GR. The event is taking place on Wednesday, July 27th with a 10am Shotgun start. Twenty-seven teams will battle it out to collect a slice of the $8,300 purse. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw for the 2016 PGA of Alberta Assistants' Championship presented by Cobra Puma Golf is now posted. Sixty-nine of the top Assistant Professionals will compete for a chance at the $19,000 purse and to be crowned this year’s Champion at Mill Woods GC in Edmonton. Last year’s Champion Justin Stoski (Lethbridge CC) will look to defend his title after winning last year with a 72-70 over the two days. This year’s format will be a shotgun start in groups of four beginning at 9am both rounds. To view the field and round one draw, click here.

Check out the newest issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine, The GOLFReport. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, the magazine covers stories on PGA of Alberta member Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre), Q&A with Executive Director Robert Rousselle, and much more. Click here to see the digital magazine.

Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) shot 8-under 64 course record and captured the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Country Side GC. Mike McEvay (Goose Hummock GR) and Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) also had great rounds finishing tied for 2nd with a 3-under 69’s. Click here for all the results.

Congratulations to Cameron Cox (Priddis Greens G&CC), Ryan Nordin (Oxbow Country GC), Dustin Ranger (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC), Brandon Ryan (The Ranch G&CC), Jeanine Sears (Derrick G&WC), Chance Thomas (The Ranch G&CC) and Kyle Winters (The Quarry GC) on becoming Members of the PGA of Canada. Click here for the full results.

Belbin’s solid ball striking through 36 holes leads him to his first Players’ Tour win of the 2016 season with 3-under 141 and a payout of $1,900. Sitting alone in second place is Timms with a tournament round of even par 144, earning him $1,150 of the $7,800 purse. Both Jacob Cartier (Sturgeon Valley G&CC) and Larry Petryk (Raven Crest G&CC) maintained their play to finish in the top, tied for third, carding two round totals of 1-over 145, making them $912.50 each.

Click here for the round one results from the 2016 Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC Playing Ability Test.

Competing for a total purse of $7,800 and contending for a spot in the season ending Sunice Tour Championship, Jeff Cuthbertson (Stony Plain GC) shoots a 5-under par 67 to top the leaderboard after round one. Looking to better Cuthbertson in round two is Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) who sits one shot back at 4-under 68, Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) sitting 2 shots back at 3-under 69, and Jacob Cartier (Sturgeon Valley G&CC) who finished day one 1-under 71. To see round one results and day two tee times, click here.

The PGA on Wheels headed to the Soccer Centre in SE Calgary for the second year in a row for the Jumpstart Games where hundreds of kids took part in various golf activities throughout the day. Thank you to every PGA of Alberta member that volunteered their time to support the PGA on Wheels program and provide hundreds of kids with one-on-one lessons. PGA on Wheels will be looking to attend one more event in the North before the season is over.

The draw has been posted for the Playing Ability Test at the Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC on July 18 & 19, 2016. Tee times begin at 3:00PM on July 18th and 10:10AM on July 19th. Click here for the draw.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series' 8th event hosted by Country Side GC. Players will begin their competition for the $5,200 purse on Wednesday, July 20, 2016. Tee times will begin at 7:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The third of four Players’ Tour events sponsored by FlightScope, Impact Canopies, and Jancor Agencies is scheduled to take place on July 18th and 19th at Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC. Thirty-one players will be competing for a purse of $7,800. Tee-times for day one are scheduled to begin at 1:00pm. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

The team of Dustin Risdon & Mark Janes of National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake took home Low Net honours today at the Strathmore GC in the 2016 Pro-Junior South. National Golf Academy shot a 10-under par score of 62 to edge out their closest competitors Stefan Cox & Carson Rody (Pinebrook G&CC) by 4 shots. Timothy Cameron & Arthur Deng of the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC combined for an excellent score of 5-under 67 to take home the Gross title. Dustin Risdon of National Golf Academy @ McCall, who grew up playing at Strathmore Golf Course, shot a 4-under 68 to also win the Individual Professional title. Click here for the full tournament results.

Life Member, Burt Drysdale passed away on July 7, 2016 at the age of 67. Burt is survived by his wife Patsy, two children and grandchildren. Burt’s passion for the game of golf developed at the Calgary G&CC, where he was a caddie from 1963-1966. In 1969 Burt became a member of the PGA of Canada and worked as an Apprentice Professional under Bud Loftus and later Al Ewen. Over the span of his career Burt worked under many mentors honing his craft, and later became a respected mentor to many, at facilities including Redwood Meadows G&CC and Canyon Meadows G&CC. Those that knew Burt remember his passion for not only the game of golf but also the Association. A memorial service will be held in Calgary on Tuesday July 19th at 3:30pm at Canyon Meadows G&CC.Click here for Burt's obituary.

The draw is now posted for the Pro-Junior South hosted by Strathmore GC on Monday, July 11th. With a 9:00am shotgun, 42 teams will battle for a piece of the $11,300 purse and the 2016 title. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The PGA of Alberta Qualifier for the Nike Golf PGA Team Championship of Canada saw 25 teams vying for a spot to represent Alberta at the National Championship, which will be played later this fall. Congratulations to the 7 teams which will be playing in the event hosted by The Mid Ocean Club in Bermuda. Three teams tied for low round of the day after all shooting a 62 at River Bend GC. Teams include, Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) and Murray Walter (Redwood Meadows G&CC), Dustin Risdon and Terry Carter (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake), and Tyler Komick (The Golf Den – Edmonton) and Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry). Click here for full results.

A big thank you to Bill Dreger (Canmore G&CC), Chris Schatzmann (Stewart Creek G&CC), Conor Carnall (Banff Springs GC), Darren Cooke (Canmore G&CC), Tony Brown (Stewart Creek G&CC) and all the volunteers that helped make the PGA on Wheels event successful at the Canmore Canada Day Parade. The PGA on Wheels area saw hundreds of kids throughout the day take part in the various junior activities offered. The next PGA on Wheels event will be the JumpStart Games at the Subway Centre in Calgary on Thursday, July 14th. We will need strong support from our members so please contact the office today if you are available to volunteer. Click here for more information.

Under perfect playing conditions at Northern Bear GC, Kevin Black and Don Moroz (Redwood Meadows G&CC) claimed the trophy for low team net at the Greg Norman Pro-Senior with a 13-under 59. Kevin Black shot a blistering round of 8-under 64 and also took home the title of low professional. Click here for full tournament results.

River Bend GC will once again host the Qualifier on July 6th for the second Nike Golf PGA Team Championship of Canada. The shotgun will start at 1:30pm and 25 teams will compete for the seven qualifying spots in the National Championship taking place at The Mid Ocean Club in Bermuda on October 24-27. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw for the 2016 edition of the Greg Norman Pro-Senior is now posted. Hosted by Northern Bear GC, a Jack Nicklaus signature course, the event will kick off with a 10am shotgun on July 4th. Fifty-five teams will battle it out for the trophy and a purse of $16,400. Click here to view the draw.

Three players from a field of fourteen passed their Playing Ability Test today at The Ranch G&CC. Click here for full round two PAT results.

The inclement weather was not enough to stop Scott Anderson (The Golf Academy at River Bend) from winning the second event in the 2016 Players’ Tour series. Anderson shot a 76, making for a two day total of 2-over par 144. Scott Borsa (Devon GC) tailed closely behind Anderson also finishing with a 76. Dallas Cantera tied Borsa with both shooting a two day total of 144. Click here for full results.

Click here for the round one results from the 2016 The Ranch G&CC PAT. Tee times for round two begin at 10:30am tomorrow, Thursday June 30th.

The excellent conditions at The Ranch G&CC in Acheson led Scott Anderson (The Golf Academy at River Bend) to shoot a 3-under par round of 68 to lead after the first round of the second event in the 2016 PGA of Alberta Players' Tour. Scott Borsa (Devon GC) and Nicholas Vandermey (Links at Spruce Grove) sit one shot back after a round of 2-under 69, while Jeff Cuthbertson (Stony Plain GC) and Matthew Mah (Mill Woods GC) are two shots behind after rounds of 1-under 70. Owen McCarthy (Dorchester Ranch GC), Jacob Cartier (Sturgeon Valley G&CC) and Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC) all shot even par. Click here for full round one results and round two tee times.

The draw for the second event in the 2016 Players’ Tour circuit is now available. The event sponsored by Flightscope, Impact Canopies, and Jancor Agencies, is hosted by The Ranch G&CC on June 29th & 30th. Players will begin their competition for the $12,000 purse at 1:00pm on Wednesday, June 29th and 7:30am on Thursday, June 30th. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

Jamie Robinson (Carnmoney GC) and his partner Margaux Ullet win the team side of the EFW Radiology Pro-Lady South hosted by Paradise Canyon GR. Robinson and Ullet edged the other teams out with a score of 7-under 64. Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows) was victorious in the individual professional side shooting a 2–under 69. Click here for all the results.

Prior to the historic flooding in June 2013, High River’s hangout was a 27-holer. The rebuild will be complete on Canada Day with the unveiling of their new Spitzee Six, a short n’ sweet addition that will be one-of-a-kind on Alberta’s golf scene. You read that right — Highwood’s new loop is a six-hole standalone, ideal for beginners, families or more seasoned birdie-seekers who are simply tight for time. Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson, Calgary Herald.

In the wake of ‘the beast’, their clubhouse, halfway hut and a sizeable majority of their carts are no more; fenced off and covered in a healthy dose of tackfire. That has yet to impede their plan to reopen July 1, with their nine-hole expansion pushed back to a tentative date of Aug. 1. Overseeing the revitalization, course superintendent Jeff Hacior and his staff have worked 10-16 hour days in order to get the course back to its original condition, if not a little bit better. “I don’t think it’ll be hard,” said Hacior. “It’ll just take some time. “Once this is all said and done, the place is going to be better than it ever was.” Click here to read the full article written by Robert Murray, Fort McMurray Today

This year’s Pro-Lady South event, sponsored by EFW Radiology, will be hosted by Paradise Canyon GR in the beautiful city of Lethbridge on Tuesday, June 28th. Thirty-nine teams will compete all afternoon with high hopes of winning the trophy and claiming the second Pro-Lady event of 2016. The shotgun will start at 1:30pm and players will be competing for a piece of the $10,700 purse. Please click here to view the draw.

The draw has been posted for the Playing Ability Test at The Ranch G&CC on June 29th & 30th, 2016. Tee times begin at 4:00PM on June 29th and 10:30AM on June 30th. Click here.

Bearspaw CC’s own Scott Smith wins his first Golf Supply House Professional Series event on his home course after shooting a 2-under 69. Smith will take home $775 in prize money for his victory. Right behind Smith continuing his excellent play this season was Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) who finished alone in second at even par 71. Finishing tied for third and one stroke back of Heffernan at 72 were the likes of Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC), Josh Fleming (GolfTEC Calgary Beacon Heights), and Craig McArthur (Blackhawk GC). Click here for full tournament results.

Round three is now complete for the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship which began back on May 18th. Eight teams (four South and four North) will now advance on to the Quarter Finals where the competition gets tougher and the stakes get higher. Teams will have until July 23rd to complete their round four match-up. Good luck to all competitors moving forward. Click here to see the updated brackets.

The draw for the sixth event in the Golf Supply House Professional Series is now posted. Bearspaw CC will host the 57 Professionals competing for the purse of $7,400 on Monday, June 20th. Tee times begin at 8:30am. Please click here to view the draw.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce an extended partnership with Allstate Insurance as the official Home & Auto Insurance provider for the PGA of Alberta and will continue as presenting sponsor for the Pro-Pro Best Ball tournament. Allstate Insurance is a nation-wide company that has been in Canada for over 60 years, specializing in Personal Home & Auto Insurance. For more information on Allstate, click here.

A playoff was needed for the second Golf Supply House Professional Series event in a row. Chris Toth (Cardiff G&CC), Jordan Maclean (GolfTEC Edmonton), Scott Borsa (Devon GC), and Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) all shot even par 71, but needed 1 extra hole to decide a winner at Jagare Ridge GC. Borsa with an incredible drive on the first hole managed a birdie in the playoff to claim victory. Gary Ward, Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry), Craig McArthur (Blackhawk GC) and Nicholas Vandermey (Links at Spruce Grove) all tied for fifth at 73. Click here for full results.

Congratulations to Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) and Dustin Risdon (NGA Dome) who all advanced to the match play round at the PGA of Canada Championship. The winners of the morning matches Wednesday qualify for the afternoon quarterfinal matches. The eventual champion will win four match play rounds, adding his name to the historic P.D. Ross Trophy.

The draw for the fifth event in the Professional Series is now posted. Tee times for the Golf Supply House event hosted by Jagare Ridge GC will begin at 9:00am on June 15th. The field of 37 players will compete for a piece of the $5,100 purse. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) and Craig Dale (Country Hills GC) both shot 3-under 68 at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Highwood G&CC, but needed 3 extra holes to decide a winner. Heffernan pared the 3rd hole to take home the title and captured his first individual event with the PGA of Alberta. Mark Corrigan (Hamptons GC) and Andrew Wright (Inglewood G&CC) finished tied for 3rd at 1-over par. Click here for all the results.

Three PGA of Alberta Professionals sit in the top 10 at the PGA of Canada Championship hosted by the Victoria GC in British Columbia. Matthew Mah (Millwoods GC), Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) and Dustin Risdon (NGA Dome) all shot a 74 or better during R1. Good luck to all PGA of Alberta Members vying for a spot in the sweet sixteen match play portion following round two. Click here for the complete leaderboard and second round tee times.

The draw is posted for the Highwood G&CC edition of the Golf Supply House Professional Series circuit. Thirty-nine professionals will compete for a total purse of $5,300 on June 14th with tee times beginning at 10:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The PGA on Wheels program took to Sylvan Lake this past weekend on June 11th to take part in the 1913 Days Parade on Lakeshore Drive. The PGA on Wheels area saw many juniors throughout the day taking part in various golfing activities making the first event of 2016 a successful one. The next stop on the PGA on Wheels circuit is the Canada Day Parade in Canmore on Friday, July 1st. For more information on the PGA on Wheels initiative, please click here.

Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) and Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) capture the first annual Golf Supply House Pro-Pro Scramble hosted by Ponoka Community GC. Halpen and Heffernan blistered the course shooting a 13-under 59. Blair Buttar (GolfTEC Edmonton) and Josh Fleming (GolfTEC Calgary Beacon Heights) finished alone in second at 12-under 60. Click here for all the results.

Country Hills GC (Brett Burgeson and Scott Secord) won the Callaway Golf Tournament of Champions title today at the Redwood Meadows G&CC, finishing with a notable 8-under 64 in the best ball format. Teams from Windermere G&CC (Jason Hnatiw and Jason Martens) and Inglewood G&CC (Jason Stanier and Gerry MacDonald) finished in a tie for second with 65’s. Click here for full event results.

The draw for the first ever PGA of Alberta Pro-Pro Scramble is now available. The two-man scramble presented by Golf Supply House will take place on June 8th at Ponoka Community GC. The shotgun start will begin at 1:00pm. To see full tournament details and the draw, click here.

The draw is now posted for the Callaway Golf Tournament of Champions hosted by Redwood Meadows G&CC. The teams consisting of a Head Professional or Executive Professional and their Club Champion will play in a best ball format. The event will begin at 1:30pm as a shotgun on Monday, June 6th. Click here for full details and draw.

Kyle Crawford (Broadmoor GC) and his partner Dianna Houtstra win the team side of the PGA of Alberta Pro-Lady North sponsored by EFW Radiology with a team net score of 66 (tie was broken by retrogression). Ryan Condon (Hinton GC) takes home the low individual professional trophy with a score of 2-under 70 at Raven Crest G&CC. Click here for all results.

Exhibitor registration for the 2016 PGA of Alberta Buying Show, October 17-20, is now available. Click here to request a package.

Long time industry veteran, Larry Paschke passed away on May 28th at the Grey Nuns Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta. Larry served the Members of the PGA of Alberta for over 40 years. Larry began his career in golf with Dunlop/Maxfli in the 1970's and over the years he also represented Taylor Made, La Mode du Golf, Sherwood and CCM. For the last 20 years, Larry represented Mizuno Canada as the Territory Manager for Northern Alberta. Larry was a good friend to many Golf Professionals and will be greatly missed. Services will be held on June 11th at 2:00pm at the Trinity Funeral Home in Edmonton, AB.

Stefan Cox (Pinebrook G&CC) battled the hurricane like conditions to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series event hosted by Heritage Pointe GC. Stefan birdied #18 on his way to a 2-under 70. Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) finished in second, two shots behind with a 72. Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) rounded out the top three at one over par 73. Click here for all results.

Calgary’s Annabelle Ackroyd needed only 68 strokes to complete a spin of the Links Course at Wolf Creek Resort during the PGA of Alberta’s Junior Masters. That terrific tally is even more impressive when you consider this stat — Ackroyd is 14 years old. “We’ve had some really good young players come through here, and they’re 17 or 18 years old and shooting that kind of score,” marvelled Ryan Vold, the director of golf at Wolf Creek, a top-notch 36-hole hangout near Ponoka that hosts both the Junior Masters and the McLennan Ross Junior Tour Championship. “But at her age, to shoot that, I thought it was quite a feat.” Click here to read the full article written by Wes Gilbertson, Calgary Herald.

Heritage Pointe GC is ready to host the third Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season on Monday, May 30th. The full field is confirmed at 64 players and the purse is set at $8,200. Tee times will begin at 9am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Max Sekulic (Grande Prairie G&CC) fires a 3-under par on day two to help him capture the 2016 Boys Junior Masters tournament hosted by Wolf Creek GR. Day one co-leader, Brendan MacDougall (Glencoe G&CC), scored a 1-over par on day two to finish second at the event. 14 & under: Ethan Choi (Pincher Creek GC) wins first place with a total of 156 and in second is Marko Banic (Pinebrook G&CC) with a total of 158. 16 & under: Chandler McDowell (Red Deer G&CC) shoots a 141 to come in first and Benjamin Farrington (Fort McMurray GC ) finishes second with a total of 141. 18 & under: Brendan MacDougall (Glencoe G&CC) takes first place with a total of 140 and Alexander Smith (Pinebrook G&CC) finishes in second with a total of 140. Click here for full Junior Masters results.

Check out the newest issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, the magazine covers stories on the new Assistants’ Board President Kevin Chow, review of the Calgary and Edmonton Golf Shows, golf tip by PGA of Alberta Teacher of the Year Adam Werbicki, and so much more. Click here to see the digital magazine, The GOLFReport.

14-year old, Annabelle Ackroyd, wins the 2016 Junior Masters and becomes the youngest female winner of the tournament hosted by Wolf Creek GR. The wet weather was not enough to stop her from shooting a two-day score of 1-over par 142. 14 & under: Tillie Claggett (Glencoe G&CC) wins first place with a total of 159 and in second is Kaitlyn Wingnean (Derrick G&WC) with a total of 162. 16 & under: Amanda Graham (Canmore G&CC) takes first place with a total of 156 and Lauren Koenig (Riverview GC) finishes in second with a total of 158. 18 & under: Sharmaine Rapisura (Canyon Meadows G&CC) shoots a 146 to come in first and Kenna Hughes (Willow Park G&CC) finishes second with a total of 148. Click here for full Junior Masters results.

Brendan MacDougall (Glencoe G&CC) and Conaire Kehoe (Glencoe G&CC) are tied with 2-under par 69’s at the 2016 Junior Masters hosted by Wolf Creek GR and sponsored by Global Sport Academy Group and Sundog. Sitting in second is Max Sekulic (Grande Prairie G&CC) and Benjamin Farrington (Fort McMurray GC) at even par. Click here to see the round 1 results and the draw for day 2.

Anabelle Ackroyd (Silver Springs G&CC) leads the 2016 Junior Masters after shooting a tournament career round of 3-under par 68. Sharmaine Rapisura (Canyon Meadows G&CC) sits seven shots behind in second place. The girls will play the Old Course tomorrow morning. Click here for all results.

The draw is now posted for the EFW Radiology Pro-Lady North event taking place on Wednesday, June 1st at the Raven Crest G&CC with a 9am shotgun start. Forty-four teams will compete for the title and an $11,700 purse. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Jason Vaughan, Head Professional at the Fort McMurray GC, might have been the only guy in the field at a PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour event this week in Calgary with a brand-new set of sticks. He left his Titleist clubs — two sets, actually — in his office at Fort McMurray Golf Club as wildfire forced a frantic evacuation of the city he has called home for more than a decade. “Leaving the course, you don’t really think, ‘Well, this is the last time we’re going to go back to this clubhouse,’ ” Vaughan said. “I left everything. I didn’t think to go grab anything, because you’re just thinking, ‘Let’s get out of here. Let’s get up the hill. Let’s be safe.’ “And then the next thing you know, we’re driving out of town and it’s a firestorm — literally.” Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson, Calgary Herald.

Congratulations to the following new Members who passed the Spring PAT at Alberta Springs GR; Austin Breure (Montgomery Glen G&CC), Tony Brown (Stewart Creek G&CC), Michael Graham (McKenzie Meadows GC), Keiron Hagerty (Calgary Elks Lodge G&CC), Josh Lockert (Woodside GC), Chris McDade (Priddis Greens G&CC), Ryan McDermott (The Links at Spruce Grove), Avrey Romano (Broadmoor GC), Jason Upton (Fort McMurray GC), Ashley Van Kroonenburg (Glencoe G&CC), Kolby Vold (Wolf Creek GR), Spencer Vrolson (Whitecourt G&CC) and Cody Yaremovich (Golf Town – Edmonton).

A PGA of Canada Class “A” Member since 1989, Kevin Thistle, Head Professional at the Mickelson National Golf Club of Canada was officially named as Alberta National Director of the PGA of Canada at the association’s recent Annual General Meeting in Montreal. The PGA of Alberta is pleased to welcome Mr. Kevin Thistle as our new Alberta Representative. Our Members and Board of Directors are looking forward to working closely with Kevin as we continue to develop, promote and support our Members professionally and earn a better living. The support of our representative will be aligned in promoting our members as “The Most Trusted Resource in Golf" with the objective of growing the game.

Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) surges ahead to claim victory in the first Players’ Tour Event of 2016 with rounds of 68 and 66 for a total of 134, running away with a three shot victory. First round leader Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) closed with a 1-under 71 to tie Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) for second place at 7-under par 137. Click here for full results.

The first Players’ Tour event sponsored by FlightScope, Jancor Agencies and Impact Canopies reminded everyone who the top golfers in Alberta are. The competitive field of forty-seven Professionals set out on Elbow Springs GC to keep scores below par for round one. Kevin Black (Redwood Meadows G&CC) took the lead with a bogey free round finishing with a 6-under 66 over Kasey Timms (Drayton Valley GC) whose 5-under 67 round was just shy of the lead. Strong performances seen by the majority of the field will make for an interesting day two as the leaderboard should see a great deal of movement. Click here for round 1 results and round 2 draw.

Click here for the round one results from the Alberta Springs GR Playing Ability Test. Tee times for round two begin at 8:00am tomorrow, Wednesday May 25th, 2016.

The PGA of Alberta Junior Masters is a 36-Hole invitational Junior Golf Tournament organized each year by the PGA of Alberta. This event is sponsored by Sundog Eyewear and Global Sport Academy. It provides the top 40 boys and top 20 girls in the province with a highly competitive golf experience at the Wolf Creek GR. Click here to see the round one draw for the Boys and Girls divisions.

This two day stroke play event will kick off the 2016 Players’ Tour circuit on May 24th & May 25th. The event hosted by Elbow Springs GC is sponsored by FlightScope, Impact Canopies and Jancor Agencies. The field size is 48 and the purse will be $11,300. The crossover is scheduled to begin at 1:00pm for round one and 8:00am for the second round. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce a new partnership with Global Sport Academy as the new Presenting Sponsor of the Junior Masters alongside Sundog Eyewear. In partnership with Springbank Community High School, Global Sport Academy offers unique programs to successfully support the dreams of elite athletes and their academics. Their mission statement is to enhance the educational and leadership experiences of student athletes while redefining the journey through youth sports. Visit www.globalsportacademygroup.com for more information.

Team Match Play Championship at Wolf Creek GR round two results are now posted. Sixteen teams advance to the third round. For the Consolation Pro Pro Best Ball side, there was a 5-way tie for first place with a score of 64. The teams include Kevin Graf & Nevin Dunfield; Todd Halpen & Greg Johnson; Kevin Day & Larry Petryk; Kyle Boyd & Keith Whitecotton; and Darryl James & Jamie Kureluk. Each team walks away with $400 in prize money. Click here to view the North and South brackets.

The draw has been posted for the Spring Playing Ability Test at Alberta Springs GR on Tuesday and Wednesday, May 24th & 25th. Tee times begin at 10:00am on May 24th and 8:00am on May 25th.

With hundreds of Fort McMurray golfers in Edmonton, courses across the city have pitched in to help in any way they can. Chris McKenzie (Miskanaw GC) and Kevin Day, owner of Billy D’s Driving Range, put on a free clinic last Thursday with half a dozen Alberta of PGA Professionals giving their time for residents of Fort McMurray. “We wanted to do something to help anyone from Fort McMurray get their minds off their situation for a couple of hours,” said Day. Meanwhile, several courses are giving great deals to golfers from Fort McMurray. Click here to read the full story by Curtis Stock, Edmonton Journal.

The fourth annual PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship begins next week on Wednesday, May 18th with 54 teams from the North and South battling against each other all season long. Last year’s Champions of Gord Courage & Garett Jenkinson will pair up again and look to defend their Championship crown against a hungry and talented field. The event is being hosted once again at Wolf Creek GR in Ponoka with matches continuing all season long to determine the champion. Round one will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00am & round two starts at 3:00pm. The draw for round one is now posted. Click here to be directed to the draw.

Kent Fukushima battled tough conditions and a challenging golf course to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Blackhawk GC. Fukushima scored a 1-under 70 on his way to a 3 shot victory. Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) and Chris Toth (Cardiff G&CC) tied for second with 1-over 73’s. Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC), Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) and local professional David MacComb (Blackhawk GC) all finished strong with 74’s.

On May 12th PGA of Alberta Professionals Rob MacGregor (Miskanaw GC), Bill McDougall (Billy D’s GC), Blair McDowell (Stony Plain GC), Jeff McDowell (Fort McMurray GC), Chris McKenzie (Miskanaw GC) and Shaun Westhaver, (Miskanaw GC) provided a free golf clinic for Fort McMurray residents evacuated due to the wildfires. Kevin Day (Billy D’s GC) generously donated the facility for the day to over 50 evacuees that attended. In addition to the Professionals providing instruction, Callaway, Cobra Puma Golf and Nike were on hand providing equipment. Organizer Chris McKenzie knows first-hand the impact of the Fort McMurray fires, having been evacuated himself, “this event was a way for residents to connect with each other and take some stress out with a few swings.”

Sixty six Professionals will head to Blackhawk GC on Monday, May 16th for the second Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season. Tee times will begin at 7:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The PGA of Alberta is excited to announce a new partnership with E-Z-GO as the Presenting Sponsor of the PGA of Alberta Awards Cocktail Reception in October. Since 1954, E-Z-GO has stood at the forefront of electric-vehicle technology and innovation in the golf industry. Click here to learn more about E-Z-GO.

Connaught Golf Club Head Professional, Trevor Ellerman, bested one of Canada’s better-known professionals — not to mention the entire field at a tournament in Lethbridge Monday. Click here to read the full story in the Medicine Hat News

Construction crews have brought in the heavy equipment and are working to rebuild one of Canada’s premier golf facilities nearly three years after it was destroyed by flood waters. “It’s just been awesome. It’s just so thrilling to get back on track for all of us and to see the light at the end of the tunnel and know that we’re good and these places are going to come back for Albertans, it’s just a thrill, literally every day is a thrill to be out here,” said Bob Paley, Head Professional. Click here to read the full story.

Trevor Ellerman (Connaught GC) battled the rain, the wind and cold conditions at the Lethbridge CC to win the first Golf Supply House Professional Series Event of the season. Ellerman carded a 3-under par 69 on his way to victory. Wes Heffernan (Golf Canada Centre) and Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC) tied for second with 2-under 70’s. Click here for all the results.

“You just never know in the world of golf. But for now, for this year, I’m just focused on teaching and playing some local events and just being around Calgary more often to spend time with my family. It’s been pretty cool so far.” He’s yet to achieve his lifelong goal of scoring a spot on the PGA Tour, but Heffernan is one of Calgary’s pin-seeking success stories. He’s a four-time winner on what’s now the Mackenzie Tour, has twice teed it up at the U.S. Open and represented Canada at the World Cup of Golf in back-to-back years — as Mike Weir’s partner in 2007 and teaming up with Graham DeLaet in ’08.

The draw has been posted for the first Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Lethbridge CC on Monday, May 9th. Tee times begin at 9:00am on both holes 1 and 10. Click here to view the draw.

The PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship has now opened up from 32 teams to 64 teams total (32 South & 32 North). For the fourth year in a row the Championship will be held at the thrilling Wolf Creek GR in Ponoka on Wednesday, May 18th starting at 10am. Three spots still remain in both the South and North brackets so contact the office today to register! Click here for more information on the event.

The 2016 tournament season is nearly here and PGA of Alberta Professionals can expect a packed calendar filled with all their favourite events. The first event to kick off the 2016 campaign will be the Golf Supply House Professional Series at Lethbridge CC in southern Alberta. The one day stroke play event will be held on Monday, May 9th with a crossover starting at 9:00am. Click here to sign up for the first tournament of the year.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce a partnership with Impact Canopies Canada Inc. as the new Presenting Sponsor of the PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour. “We are very proud and excited to be a sponsor and partner with the PGA of Alberta. We are committed to building strong, positive and long term relationships within the Golf Industry and the game of Golf…” said Kim Hubbs, General Manager & Vice President of Sales at Impact Canopies. Impact Canopies has a 17-year history of helping leading organizations create exciting and highly visible branding campaigns and marketing initiatives. Click here to learn more about Impact Canopies Canada.

Kevin Chow will now act as the face of the Assistants’ Board of Directors after being elected as President. “I’m honoured at the opportunity to represent all of the Assistants’ in the province and excited to work with the excellent group of individuals that make up the Assistants’ Board.” said Kevin, Class A Professional at Blackhawk GC. Sean Thompson, Class A Professional at Calgary G&CC, will act as the new Vice President. Click here to see the entire breakdown of the Assistants’ Board of Directors.

PGA of Alberta Professional and Heritage Pointe GC Head Pro Steve Richardson wasn’t expecting to catch much of The Masters this weekend. Not after Richardson and his staff at Heritage Pointe — like so many other layouts in the Calgary area — marked their earliest opening date in course history. “That’s the only downside — this is the week I think any golfer looks forward to spending a solid eight hours on the couch and taking in pretty much every shot of The Masters” said Richardson. To read the full story from the Calgary Herald, please click here.

The PGA of Alberta is proud to announce OneNwon Inc. as a new Sponsor and the official Hole-in-One provider for the 2016 golf season. “Through shared knowledge and expertise, we look forward to reaching out to the members of the PGA of Alberta to assist them in anyway; whether it is bringing excitement to their tournaments through hole in one coverage or providing $1million shoot out options, we will be available at all times,” said Caleb Maksymchuk, CAIB Principal and Partner Owner for OneNwon Inc. The PGA of Alberta is looking forward to a mutually beneficial partnership promoting the values of honesty, integrity, and equity that our Association shares with Caleb Maksymchuk and his team at OneNwon Inc.

Click here to see the full list of winners on the Alberta Golf Shows website.

The G&G Golf Company Pro-Pro Best Ball presented by Allstate Insurance will head east to Dinosaur Trail G&CC on Monday, September 12th. This will be the first PGA of Alberta event hosted by Dinosaur Trail G&CC so don’t miss the chance to play in the unique dinosaur themed town that is Drumheller. Click here for more tournament information.

Click here to listen to Judy Forshner (Glencoe G&CC) discuss her 2015 Murray Tucker Golf Professional of the Year Award after being honoured during Canada Night in Orlando, Florida.

Click here to see the full list of winners on the Alberta Golf Shows website.

The final Golf Supply House Professional Series in the South is confirmed at the beautiful Willow Park G&CC on Monday, August 29th. Click here to register for the event.

The final Golf Supply House Professional Series in the North is confirmed at the entertaining Cardiff G&CC on Wednesday, August 17th. Click here to register for the event.

It’s the earliest that anybody in Calgary’s golf industry can recall cutting the first pins for a new season. "The courses are in considerably better shape this year than even last year, because it’s been so dry and the snow is gone and it’s just looking really good,” said Slade King, the chief operating officer for Play Golf Calgary. It’s no secret Calgary is a golf-crazy city, and that was oh-so-obvious again Tuesday as winter-weary divot-diggers rushed to book weekend tee-times. Click here for the full story.

Check out the latest issue of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, content includes Association initiatives, floor layouts and exhibitor lists for the Edmonton Golf Show this weekend on March 5 & 6. Click here to see the digital magazine, The GOLFReport.

Congratulations once again to Judy Forshner (Glencoe G&CC) and Adam Werbicki (Derrick G&WC) for being named the 2015 Murray Tucker Golf Professional of the Year and the 2015 George Knudson Teacher of the Year. Both Judy and Adam were honoured at the Association’s Canada Night celebrations at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida. Click here to see their interviews with the PGA of Canada.

Congratulations to Bill Carrington for reaching the 50-year milestone as a Class "A" Member of the PGA of Canada

Congratulations to the following Members for reaching the 25-year milestone as a Class "A" Member of the PGA of Canada: Greg Andrew, Brock Balog, Grant Cammidge, Glenn Carr, Michael Fenske, Wayne Hall, Sandy Macdonald, Bob McArthur, Steve Moe, Gerald Noga and Randy Robb.

Tournament registration is now open for the 2016 season. You must complete your eligibility form before you can register for any events.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held February 29, 2016, Oliver Brown (Windermere G&CC), Rhonda Carter (Canyon Meadows G&CC), Kurtis Foote (Earl Grey GC), Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC), Stuart Kidon (Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge GC), Dale Machesney (Glencoe G&CC) and Paul MacLeod (Pinebrook G&CC) were elected to the Assistants’ Board of Directors.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held February 29, 2016, Tiffany Gordon (Executive Professional, Cottonwood G&CC), Jason Stanier (Executive Professional, Inglewood G&CC) and Tahlon Sweenie (Head Professional, Jasper Park Lodge GC) were elected to the Board of Directors. Matt Johnson (Head Professional, Royal Mayfair GC), Dale Tomlinson (Executive Professional, River Bend GC) were re-elected.

The PGA of Alberta Club Professional Championship sponsored by Ping Canada is set to take place at the Calgary G&CC on August 2nd & 3rd. “I’m thrilled our Club will be host to the finest PGA of Alberta Executive, Club and Head Teaching Professionals,” said Calgary G&CC's Head Professional and PGA of Alberta President Tom Greiner. The Championship will only be open to the first 70 Head Professionals, Executive Professionals and Head Teaching Professionals so guarantee your spot by signing up when registration opens on Feb. 29th at 12:00pm. Click here for more information.

The Tournament Committee is pleased to announce the introduction of a Two-Man Scramble event to the 2016 tournament schedule. This event has been added after numerous members saying the PGA of Alberta needed to incorporate a Scramble event in the tournament lineup. The inaugural Pro-Pro Scramble, sponsored by Golf Supply House, will take place at Ponoka Community GC on June 8th. Click here to view the conditions of competition.

Dr. Stephen French is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in operative sports medicine, at the University of Calgary. Dr. French is a Diplomat of the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine and since 2001 he has been providing Sport Medicine care in all roles, from “in field” first responder to definitive operative care for athletes. Dr. French has enjoyed the role as a consultant surgeon to the Calgary Flames, The Calgary Stampeders, the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary and WinSport Medical Clinic, as well as the Workers Compensation Board of Alberta.

Alayne Hing is a Mental Performance Consultant and owner of Elite Edge. She holds professional membership through the Canadian Sport Psychology Association, and contracts through the Canadian Sport Institute, the Alberta Sport Development Centre, and Team Alberta for Canada Games. Alayne works with various teams and individual athletes, mostly at the national and international levels, to help them reach their peak performance with confidence. Clients include: Alberta Golf, Speed Skating Canada (short and long track), Cross Country Canada, Tennis Canada & Tennis Alberta, Canadian Junior National Climbing Team, and Mount Royal University. In her session, Performing Under Pressure, you will learn what happens when nerves and frustration hit, and how to maintain composure for optimal performance.

Dr. Stephen Norris is the Executive Vice-President & Chief Sport Officer at ‘WinSport’ based in Calgary, Alberta, and is charged with bringing together world-leading performance & development programming and the incredible facilities afforded by Canada Olympic Park, the Canmore Nordic Centre, and the Olympic Speed Skating Oval to create the benchmark ‘Winter Sport Institute’ for Canada. Increasingly sought after as pivotal speaker and presenter internationally, Stephen focuses upon the understanding and creation of sustainable systems and cultures aimed at performance and excellence. This is an area of attention for both sport and business endeavours and Stephen acts to help organizations move from early inspiration to continual implementation of specific processes, behaviours, and habits.

The Quarry GC is excited to host the 2016 edition of the PGA of Alberta Callaway Golf Pro-Assistant Championship. The Quarry is nestled along the North Saskatchewan River in North East Edmonton. The Quarry boasts 27-holes of championship golf with yardages up to 7600. The event will be held on September 20th & 21st. Click here for more tournament info.

Kelly Laverty is a graduate from Concordia University in Montreal. He has previously served as a member of the Board of Directors for the Crowchild Hockey Association, and the Vertigo Mystery Theatre. Kelly has a passion for helping business owners and entrepreneurs achieve their full potential and is dedicated to enhancing the performance and profitability of all businesses he works with. Kelly has over 30 years’ experience with some of Canada’s leading Enterprises including Bell Canada, Nortel Networks, TELUS, and the ATCO Group of Companies. With over 3,500 hours of business coaching experience, Kelly has successfully coached business leaders and entrepreneurs from businesses of all sizes and from several market segments. He currently serves as a Board member for the Silver Springs G&CC where he is also the Secretary/Treasurer.

Registration is now available for the 2016 Sunice PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar presented by Fiberbuilt on February 29th & March 1st at the Carriage House Inn. Click here for online registration.

Jeff Ciecko is a 20 year Golf Industry veteran. Since 2008, he and his wife Tara, have owned and operated CK Golf, a management, marketing and business strategy company focused on the golf industry. The company has worked with more than 50 golf operations to improve their bottom line and marketing exposure. His previous positions included General Manager/Executive Professional at Nicklaus North, General Manager/Director of Golf at the Salmon Arm GC as well as the Head Golf Professional at Rivershore Estates & Golf Links. Jeff has been a frequent speaker at PGA seminars, the annual NGCOA Golf Business Canada Conference and many other events outside of the golf industry. He is a Past President of the PGA of BC, Board Member of the BC NGCOA Chapter and the BC Golf House Society. His topic at the seminar will be “How Internet Marketing Has Changed the Sales Game”.

George Brookman is well known in Calgary’s business and volunteer community. He is a third generation Albertan and was born in Calgary. Most of his early career was spent in the Real Estate Development Industry; initially with Manulife Financial and then later as Vice-President of Development for ATCO Ltd. In 1984, he acquired West Canadian Digital Imaging, Canada’s leading digital print and document management organization. In addition to his own company, Mr. Brookman serves on the Board of Directors of Penn West Exploration as the Chairman of the Governance Committee. He is currently on the Board of Directors for Travel Alberta as well as the Calgary Flames Foundation and the Calgary Stampede Foundation. Click here to learn more about George.

Max Gartner is the former CEO of Alpine Canada and current Founding Partner of Gold Mettle. An outstanding coach and team leader, Gartner spent many years working with both the men's and women's alpine teams. He coached many of Canada’s biggest stars, including Thomas Grandi, Cary Mullen and Ed Podivinsky and in 1991 the Canadian Ski Coaches' Federation named him Coach of the Year. Click here to learn more about Max.

Check out the latest first issue of 2016 of the PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine – The GOLFReport. Inside this issue covers stories on the PGA of Alberta award winners, preview of the upcoming Golf Shows, an update on the Kananaskis rebuild, and new rules of golf for 2016. Click here to view the newest issue of the GOLFReport.

The Golf Vacations Ireland Senior Championship presented by MKRAK will head south to the Inglewood G&CC for the 2016 season. Dating back to the 1930's, this par 71 layout boasts superb conditions and is very traditional in layout with many large old trees making accuracy a premium. Even though Inglewood is located in the heart of Calgary, its surroundings are very natural. The course offers amazing views of the Bow River and the adjacent Inglewood Bird Sanctuary with the nearby city skyline beyond.

Alan is considered the pioneer of the modern day coaching movement and is the co-creator of the widely recognized G.R.O.W.® Model. Alan is a New York Times Bestselling Author, international performance expert, National Speakers Association (NSA) member, sought-after keynote speaker, and well-respected business executive and professional athlete coach. From the golf course to the boardroom, Alan has worked with many of the world's most respected athletes and organizations. Alan's work with the InsideOut Approach has touched the lives of PGA golfers Phillip Price, David Feherty, Colin Montgomerie, and Stephen Ames; and has significantly impacted the organizational culture and business results of companies like IBM, NASA, Honeywell, Gap, and Coca-Cola. Click here to learn more about Alan Fine.

The 2016 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar will be held February 29th and March 1st at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary. Mark these dates in your calendar now, we hope you plan on attending this annual kickoff to the golf season. The Education Committee has been diligently working through the proposals sent and received from various speakers on relevant industry topics and the lineup for 2016 is looking very strong. Stay tuned for speaker announcements.

The PGA of Alberta’s most prestigious championship is set to be contested at Edmonton Petroleum G&CC on August 22 & 23, 2016. "The Edmonton Petroleum G&CC is extremely proud and excited at the opportunity to showcase our tremendous championship layout as host of the 2016 PGA of Alberta Championship in August." said Grant Cammidge, Executive Professional at Edmonton Petroleum G&CC. They have hosted several PGA of Alberta events in recent years such as the Pro-Lady in 2014 and the Pro-Junior in 2012. Click here to view past winners of the PGA of Alberta Championship.

The PGA of Alberta would like to wish everyone and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Our office will be closed starting December 19th and will be open again on December 28th.

Josh Gardner (Oasis Greens Golf Centre) will receive a Carnegie Medal later this month for his heroic act last year. While teaching on the range at the Canyon Meadows G&CC, Josh witnessed a vehicle drive into a near by pond. Without hesitation, Josh dove into the water and saved the driver. Click here to read more.

Congratulations to Judy Forshner (Glencoe G&CC) and Adam Werbicki (Derrick G&WC) for being named the 2015 Murray Tucker Golf Professional of the Year and the 2015 George Knudson Teacher of the Year. They will be honoured at the 2015 PGA of Canada Night in Orlando, Florida next month.

Click here to checkout the PGA of Alberta Year in Review video. The video captures key moments from all events this past calendar year such as the Spring Seminar and our tournament season. Take a minute to reflect on what's been a fantastic year!

“It’s a challenge having new staff members around, but I don’t mean that in a bad way. You have to catch yourself when you think somebody automatically knows something and you think to yourself, `Oh, that’s right. You didn’t know that.’” said Tiffany Gordon, Executive Professional at Cottonwood G&CC. “We just got back the island where we had our catering facility before the flood of 2013 and along with it came new staff members. What it’s created is a new energy and they’re brimming with new ideas, excitement, passion and desire to be top of class”. Click here for full story.

The PGA of Alberta recently recognized six members at the Awards Banquet in Edmonton for being 50+ year Class “A” members of the PGA of Canada. These individuals were recognized for their dedication, commitment, and passion to grow the game of golf and have all played a critical role in growing the PGA of Alberta into what it is today. The six members are George “Bud” Loftus (63-year member), Bill Wright (57-year member), Clayton Robb (52-year member), Donald Price (51-year member), Bryan Copp (51-year member), and Bill Carrington (50-year member). Click here to learn more about each member.

After a few sunny days in Buckeye, Arizona, PGA of Alberta Professionals are now back home after competing in the PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada at the Verrado GC. Kevin Black, Head Professional at Redwood Meadows G&CC, played an outstanding tournament from start to finish shooting scores of 69-70-73 for a combined score of 4-under earning him a 5th place finish. Alberta Club Pro team members Allred and James also played well over the three days finishing tied for 10th at +1. For full Championship results, please click here.

“I just love to play golf and especially love playing in these big national championships,” said Kevin, Head Golf Professional at Redwood Meadows G&CC. “I definitely get that nervous feeling out there on the first tee, but I think it’s great too”. Black’s impressive first round featured five birdies and a double-bogey on the par-5 15th to finish at 3-under for the day. Kevin tees off at 11:15am for round two of the Championship. Click here for full round one press release.

Congratulations to Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC), Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi), Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) who will representing Alberta at the 2015 PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada at Verrado GC in Buckeye, Arizona on November 15 – 18. Good luck to all other Club Professionals representing Alberta next week. Click here for more tournament details.

“I can’t tell you how privileged and honoured I feel to be standing here. It’s a huge honour and I can’t tell you how proud I am to be standing here and to be a member of the PGA of Canada and be involved in a profession where you go to work every day and absolutely love what you do," said Forshner, the club’s Head Professional. Click here to see all the Award winners.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present four (4) bursaries of $750 to the following deserving Candidates for Membership and Assistants': Jeff Daniels (Royal Mayfair GC), Jordan Fenwick (GolfTEC Calgary), Kris Zubiak (Picture Butte GC), and Craig Gibson (Sirocco GC). Congratulations.

Congratulations to Judy Forshner (Club Pro of the Year), Michael Matuch (Assistant Pro – Class “A”), Craig Gibson (Assistant Pro – CFM), Adam Werbicki (Teacher of the Year), John Deneer (Junior Leader), Ken Arkley (Sales Rep), Dave Henzie (Professional Development), Stewart Creek G&CC (Merchandiser – Public), & the Edmonton Petroleum G&CC (Merchandiser – Private) for all winning a PGA of Alberta Award tonight.

Congratulations to this year's awards finalists. Winners will be announced tonight at the 2015 PGA of Alberta Awards Banquet at the Edmonton Expo Centre. All members and partners of the PGA of Alberta are invited to join us for this evening of recognition and celebration. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will start at 5:00pm and the awards banquet will start at approximately 6:00pm. Good luck to all of the 2015 Finalists!

The PGA of Alberta is again offering education workshops at the 2015 Buying Show in response to Member feedback. Click here to view and register for any of the 5 education sessions being offered throughout the week of October 20 – 22 at the Edmonton Expo Centre. Non –Members are welcome to attend.

After 2 years it has been announced that the Kananaskis Country GC will be rebuilt after the 2013 floods. Click here to listen to an interview between Bob Paley (Head Professional at the Kananaskis Country GC) and reporter Hutch with GNN.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present Four (4) bursaries of $750 each year to deserving Candidates for Membership and Assistants. A minimum of two of the bursaries will be reserved for seasonal Candidates for Membership (working 9 months or less for their employer). Deadline to submit is Friday, October 9th.

Congratulations to this year's awards finalists. Winners will be announced at the 2015 PGA of Alberta Awards Banquet on Wednesday, October 21st at the Edmonton Expo Centre. All members and partners of the PGA of Alberta are invited to join us for this evening of recognition and celebration. Cocktails and hors d'oeuvres will start at 5:00pm and the awards banquet will start at approximately 6:00pm. Good luck to all of the 2015 Finalists!

Check out the latest issue of the new PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine – The GOLFReport. Inside this issue covers stories on the Playing Ability Test, new Head Professional Michelle Van Slyke, Miskanaw’s flourishing Junior Program, and much more. Click here to view the newest issue of the GOLFReport.

The National Golf Academy at McCall Lake triumphs at Innisfail GC for the annual Callaway Golf Pro-Assistant. Terry Carter and Dustin Risdon had a solid 2 days, finishing the final 27 holes with a staggering 14-under par. They finished the two day tournament at 24-under and walked away with $3,400 in prize money. Finishing tied for second place were the teams of Greg McGarry & Adam Bruce (Glendale G&CC), Matt Johnson & Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), and Gary Christenson & Chris Toth (Stony Plain GC), all shooting 18-under for the tournament and winning $2,200 each. Click here for full tournament results.

Forty-eight teams of Professional golfers made their way to Innisfail GC today to play round one of the Pro-Assistant sponsored by Callaway Golf. Day one of the Championship saw windy conditions to begin the round forcing players to play more conservative until the weather made a turn for the better in the afternoon. The team from Strathmore GC of Brian Bassen (Head Professional) and Josh Witty (CFM) stole the show today after shooting an 11-under under through 27 holes. Bassen and Witty shined in the Scramble portion of the tournament making a cool 5 birdies in nine holes. Right behind in second is the team of Terry Carter and Dustin Risdon from National Golf Academy at McCall Lake sitting one stroke back of the lead. Last year’s Champions Craig McArthur and David MacComb from Blackhawk GC sit alone in third and two back of the leaders. Round two picks back up tomorrow with a 10am shotgun start. Click here for full round one results.

The draw is now posted for the annual Pro-Assistant tournament taking place on Tuesday, September 22nd & Wednesday, September 23rd. This 2-day 54-hole tournament is sponsored by Callaway Golf and being hosted again at Innisfail GC. Nine holes each day will be played in a different format: Best Ball, Scotch Ball & Scramble. This year’s tournament will comprise forty-eight of Alberta's sharpest Head Pro/Assistant teams that hail from all throughout the province. Last year’s Champions of Craig McArthur & David MacComb from Blackhawk GC will look to defend their title against a voracious field. Shotgun start for both days will be at 10am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The representatives from the South, Gord Courage (The Hamptons GC) and Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada @ Inglewood) won the 2015 PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf. Courage and Jenkinson had a decisive victory in the final winning 7 & 6 over the team of Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) and Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) from the North. Click here for more information.

Club Pro Champion Darryl James (NGA at Shaganappi) and PGA of Alberta Champion Dustin Risdon (NGA at McCall Lake) paired up to walk away with the 2015 G&G Golf Company Pro-Pro Best Ball sponsored by Allstate with an amazing 12 under 59 under cool temperatures today at the Belvedere G&CC. Finishing tied for second were Tour Championship winner Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry GC) and Canadian Assistants’ Championship runner up Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) and the team of Quinn Powell (McKenzie Meadows GC) and partner Murray Walter (Redwood Meadows G&CC). Click here for all results.

Big congratulations to Eric Locke of Wolf Creek GR for finishing T-2nd at the PGA Assistants’ Championship of Canada this past week. Eric played fantastic golf throughout the tournament with first and second rounds of 70-71 (-3 total) at the Camelot G&CC in Ottawa. His final round is where he really shined and played his best golf shooting a 5-under 67 to secure his second place finish. Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake) and Kurtis Foote (Earl Grey GC) both had solid tournaments as well finishing Even and +1 over the three days to end up in the top 12. Click here for complete tournament results.

The draw is now posted for the Pro-Pro Best Ball sponsored by G&G Golf Company and Allstate Insurance. Forty-seven teams of professional golfers will head to Belvedere G&CC and battle it out on the course to determine the top team of 2015. Shotgun start will get underway at 2pm on Monday, September 14. To view the draw and current field, please click here.

Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) coasted to a 5 shot victory at the 2015 Senior Championship hosted by The Derrick G&WC. Allred scored a 4-over 74 on day two to finish the tournament at 2-over 142. Cameron Code (Edson GC) and Gary Ward tied for second. Gary Ward was the low round on day 2 with a 1-under 69. Ron Laugher (Priddis Greens G&CC) won the Super Senior Division and Ray Meria took home the Diamond Division. Click here for all the results.

After a season-long string of matches, the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf has its finalists. Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) and Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) will take on Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Gord Courage (The Hamptons GC) in what should be a dramatic finish to the Championship. The two teams square off at Red Deer G&CC on Wednesday, September 16th at 9:28am to determine who will take home the 2015 crown and $5,000 first place prize. To see how each team made it to the final, click here.

Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) started out with a 2-under 32 on the front nine at the newly renovated Derrick G&WC then continued his strong play on the back nine to finished at 2-68. Allred has a 3 shot lead over 2015 PGA of Alberta Club Pro Champion Darryl James (NGA @ Shaganappi) who finished the day at 1-over 71. The two will battle tomorrow to decide the 2015 Senior Champion. Click here for all the results.

Congratulations to Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR), Thomas Schupp (Eaglequest Golf Dome) and Justin Stoski (Paradise Canyon GR) who will be representing Alberta at the 2015 PGA Assistants' Championship of Canada at Camelot G&CC in Ontario on September 9th – 11th. Good luck to all other Assistant Professionals representing Alberta this week. Click here to see round one and two draw.

The draw is posted for the PGA of Alberta Senior Championship sponsored by Golf Vacations Ireland and MKRAK Management Inc. This year’s Championship will be held at The Derrick Golf & Winter Club on Wednesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 10. Last year’s Champion Michael Hogan of Glencoe G&CC Teaching Centre will look to defend his title against twenty-nine other top Alberta professionals. Tee times begin at 1pm on Wednesday, Sept. 9 and at 9am on Thursday, Sept. 10. View the draw by clicking here.

Congratulations to Chantele Broderson (Kevin Broderson - Lacombe G&CC) and Melanie Murchison (Bill Murchison - PGA of Alberta Member) for each winning the PGA of Alberta Family Scholarships valued at $1,000 each. Winning the Golf Specific Junior Scholarships are Bria Jansen (River Spirit GC) and Matthew Kadatz (Willow Park G&CC) which are also worth $1,000 each. Thank you to all of this year's applicants!

After an up and down day Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) held on to win the SunIce Tour Championship hosted by Royal Mayfair GC. Mike finished the tournament at 1-over 141 winning by 2 shots over Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry), Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) and David MacComb (Blackhawk GC). Click here for all the results.

Mitchell MacDonald (Inglewood G&CC) shot 149 and Pieter Peskens (Leduc G&CC) shot 150 to pass the Class “A” Playing Ability Test today hosted by Alberta Springs GR. Ryan Devoe (Magrath GC), Kenneth Maki (Fernie G&CC), Aaron Tullikopf (River Spirit GC), and Phuthasone Siriphokham (Brooks GC) also passed the CFM Standard of Acceptance. Click here for full P.A.T. results.

Round one is complete for the final Playing Ability Test of the season hosted at Alberta Springs GR. Round 2 begins tomorrow at 8:00am for the 21 applicants. Click here for complete round 1 results and round 2 draw.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) had a slow start making the turn at 1 over, however he turned things around on the back nine with birdies on holes 10, 13, 14, 16 and 17, finishing with a 3 under 67. Sitting alone at second place with a 2 under round of 68 is Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) who had 6 birdies on the day. Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry) currently sits in third with a score of 69. Other players to watch for tomorrow include Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy at McCall Lake), Blair Buttar (GolfTEC Edmonton), David MacComb (Blackhawk GC), Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) , Justin Stoski (Paradise Canyon GR) and Scott Smith (Bearspaw CC) who are all within striking distance at four back.

The Royal Mayfair GC will play host to the 2015 Sunice Tour Championship next week on Monday, August 31 & Tuesday, September 1. The top 10 money leaders from this years’ Players’ Tour events, the top 10 money leaders from this years’ Professional Series events, and the top 30 individual money leaders were all invited to play in this two-day 36 hole competition. Last years’ Champion Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) edge out Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) by 1 stroke and will now lead a field of 39 of Alberta’s best professionals at his home club. Tee times begin at 10:00am both Monday and Tuesday. Please click here to see the current field and draw.

The fifth and final Playing Ability Test of 2015 will be taking place at Alberta Springs GR next week on August 31st and September 1st. Twenty-two players will attempt to pass the P.A.T. with tee-times beginning at 10am day one and 8am on day two. For the complete draw and tee-times click here.

Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) followed up his win at the PGA of Alberta Championship tying another course record and winning the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Sundre GC. Risdon had 7 birdies and no bogies on his way to a 7-under 65. Thomas Schupp (Eaglequest Golf Dome) also had a great day finishing second with a 4-under 68. Richard Stringer (Earl Grey GC) rounded out the top three with a 3-under 69. Click here for all the results.

Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) shot an even par 71 for round two capturing his first PGA of Alberta Club Pro Championship sponsored by Ping Canada. James finished the tournament with a 69-71 for a two day total 140 (2-under). “This one I’ve been wanting for the last little while now. I never won the Assistants’ Championship, I came close to winning that a few times but never won. This one feels special.” James reflected on his first Club Pro Championship win. Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) ended up in second for the Championship after matching James’ performance of even par 71 for round two. Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) and Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) finished tied for third at 145 and Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) rounded out the top five with a two day total 146. Click here for full Championship results.

The elegant Edmonton CC proved to be a challenge for the field of 57 Executive Professionals, Head Professionals, and Head Teaching Professionals at the Club Pro Championship sponsored by PING Canada. Action was tight for most of round one but Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) finds himself in the lead after his 2-under 69 first round. Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) sits alone in second after firing a 1-under 70. Sitting in third is Jason Vaughan (Fort McMurray GC) with an even par 71. Tee times start tomorrow at 8:00am with the final group of James, Broderson, and Vaughan going off at 11am. Full results and round two press release will be available at 4:00pm. Click here for full round 1 results/round 2 draw.

The deadline is fast approaching for the 2015 PGA of Alberta Awards. Get your nominations in today to make sure that your fellow PGA of Alberta Members are getting the recognition they deserve. Deadline is Tuesday, September 1st. Click here to download the Nomination Form.

The draw is now posted for the final Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2015. The beautiful Sundre GC will play host to 41 Alberta golf professionals on Wednesday, August 26th, hoping to win the closing Pro Series of the year. Tee times begin at 9am. Please click here to see the current field.

The 2015 PGA of Alberta Club Professional Championship sponsored by PING Canada will be taking place next week on August 24th and 25th at the elegant Edmonton CC. Defending Champion Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome) will lead a field of 57 of Alberta’s top Executive Professionals and Head Professionals into the two-day stroke play Championship. Tee times will begin at 8am both days. View the current field and draw by clicking here.

New Head Professional at the Country Side GC, Michelle Van Slyke makes history by becoming the first Female Head Professional in the Edmonton Area. Click here to watch Michelle on CTV News!

Dustin Risdon (NGA @ McCall Lake) won the PGA of Alberta Championship with a final round and course record 7-under 64. 2014 Champion Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) pressed the leader but fell a little short in second place at 6-under 136. David MacComb (Blackhawk GC) also had a great tournament finishing third at 5-under. Click here for all the results.

Quinn Powell (McKenzie Meadows GC) leads with a 4-under 67 after day 1 at the Club Car / TaylorMade adidas PGA of Alberta Championship hosted by Stewart Creek G&CC. Tied in second place with scores of 69 are Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Kent Fukushima, Timothy Cameron (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC), and Dustin Risdon (National Golf Academy @ McCall Lake). For round 1 results and round 2 tee times please click here.

After 6-under 65 yesterday Scott Allred of Elbow Springs GC is tied for 3rd after 2 rounds at the PGA of Canada Senior Championship. Good luck today Scott in the final round. CLICK HERE FOR FULL RESULTS.

The draw is now posted for the 33rd annual PGA of Alberta Championship sponsored by Club Car – TaylorMade adidas. This year’s Championship takes place at the exciting Stewart Creek G&CC in Canmore on Monday, August 17 & Tuesday, August 18. The Championship will see an exciting new addition this year in a Hole-In-One shootout after round one for the chance to win $20,000. Round one begins with a 9am shotgun start and round two tee times start at 7:30am. One hundred of Alberta’s top professionals will all be competing to take home a piece of the $35,500 purse. To view the round one draw, please click here.

Richard Stringer (Earl Grey GC) shot a 3-under 68 and held on to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event by one shot over playing partner Jordan Fenwick (Rivers Edge GC). Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) finished tied for third with 70. Click here for all the results.

The teams that hail from Glendale G&CC and Sturgeon Valley G&CC beat the heat at Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC and claimed the 2015 Pro-Junior North event sponsored by Callaway Golf. Jordan Rodda and partner Brody Eggleton from Sturgeon Valley G&CC won the Team Gross side with a score of 63. Chris Pacholok and partner Nicholas Mah from Glendale G&CC were victorious on the Team Net side after shooting a superb 62, beating out Kevin Lynes and partner Ryan Craig from Westlock GC by retrogression. Winning the Individual Professional side of things was Geoff Carew of Windermere G&CC shooting a 4-under 68 in the high temperatures, winning by 3 strokes. Click here for full tournament results.

To ensure both a good putting stroke and a square putter blade, Royal Mayfair’s Jeremy Lavallee uses a double gate drill. Lavallee starts by putting down two golf tees that are just wider than the putter blade itself. Then he will hit a few putts to see how much the putt is breaking. At the apex of the break — or about half way through the putt — he will put down two more tees a few inches apart. Click here to read the full tip.

Good luck to Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) playing in the Shaw Charity Classic tournament this weekend at Canyon Meadows G&CC. Darryl tees off today at 11:20am (Friday, August 7th). Click here for live scoring throughout the event.

Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC plays host to the Callaway Golf Pro-Junior North on Monday, August 10th. 30 teams will battle for a $9,700 purse and to be crowned the 2015 Champions. Click here to view the draw.

25 Professionals will head to Highwood G&CC on Tuesday, August 11th for the 11th Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2015. Tee times begin at 10:00am and they will play for a purse of $3,800. Please click here to view the draw.

Players saw fortunate weather today at the RedTail Landing GC Players’ Tour event proudly sponsored by Callaway Golf, FlightScope, and SkyCaddie. After having thirteen players go below par on day one, pin locations were set up even more favourably for round two allowing players to attack the green and make moves. Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) took full advantage of the conditions and won the final Players’ Tour event of 2015 after shooting a two day total 133 (11-under). Kureluk earns $2,200 in prize money for the win. Right behind Kureluk coming in second was Matthew Mah (Mill Woods GC) and Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) with a two day total 135. Landing in fourth was Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) with a two day score 136. Low round of the day was by Belbin shooting an insane 8-under 64, tying the course record. Click here for full tournament results.

Fourteen players passed the Playing Ability Test at RedTail Landing GC. Seven players passed the Class "A" standard of acceptance, shooting 156 or better while seven passed the CFM standard of acceptance. Click here for full P.A.T. results.

Round one is complete for the 4th Playing Ability Test of the season this time hosted at RedTail Landing GC. Round 2 begins tomorrow at 11:20am for the 19 applicants, right after the last tee time for the Players’ Tour event. Standard of acceptance is a two round total of 156 (Class “A”) or 161 (CFM). Click here for complete round 1 results and round 2 draw.

Leading the field after round one was the likes of Matthew Mah (Mill Woods GC) and Kent Fukushima (PGA of Canada Affiliate) after firing impressive 6-under 66’s. Both players burned up the back nine with inspiring birdie runs. Trailing the leaders are Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) and Scott Borsa (Red Deer G&CC) who posted solid rounds of 5-under 67. Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) finished with a respectable 68 (4-under) to round out the top 5 players heading into tomorrow’s round. Tomorrow’s tee times start at 8:00am with the leaders teeing off at 10:50am at the challenging RedTail Landing layout. Click here to view round 1 results and round 2 tee times.

5 players qualified for the Champions Tour Shaw Charity Classic on August 7-9 at Canyon Meadows G&CC. Eric Egloff had the low round of the day shooting a 5-under 65, followed by Guy Boros with a 3-under 67 and 4 tied for at 68 for the last 3 spots. Bob Niger, P.H. Horgan and Sonny Skinner all advancing to the weekend. Click here for full results.

29 players will compete for six spots at the Shaw Charity Classic. The Event Qualifier will begin at 7:00am on Tuesday, August 4th at Canyon Meadows G&CC. To view the draw, please click here.

Players are gearing up for the final Players’ Tour event of the year at RedTail Landing GC. The event, which is sponsored by Callaway Golf, Flightscope and Jancor Agencies will be taking place on August 4th and 5th. Players will begin play at 12:00pm for round one and 8:00am for round two. For the full field and tee-times, click here.

The Hamptons GC saw 16 participants trying to qualify for the Shaw Charity Classic today. However, only five have earned a spot in the Event Qualifier being held on Tuesday, August 4th at Canyon Meadows G&CC. To view those who have advanced to the next qualifier, click here.

Good luck to Craig Dale (Country Hills GC) and Kevin Graf (Links of GlenEagles) today at the Mackenzie Tour PGA TOUR Canada’s ATB Financial Classic at the Links of GlenEagles!

The fourth Playing Ability Test of 2015 will be taking place at RedTail Landing GC on August 4 & 5 following the Players’ Tour event. 20 players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 3:20pm on day one and 11:20am on day two. For the complete draw click here.

Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry GC) won his second Golf Supply House Professional Series Event of the season with a 3-under 69. Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) finished a close second at 2-under 70. Blair Buttar (GolfTEC Edmonton) finished in third with a score of 71. Click here for all the results.

Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) with partner Tammy Oberik shot a 7-under 65 to capture the EFW Radiology Pro-Lady North hosted by Cougar Creek GR. McGarry and Oberik edged out 4 other teams by 1 stroke to win. Click here for all the results.

16 players will play for five spots at the Shaw Charity Classic Event Qualifier - the last stage before the official tournament being held at Canyon Meadows G&CC. The Pre-Qualifier will begin at 9:30am on Thursday, July 30, 2015 at The Hamptons GC. To view the draw, please click here.

Sixty-three Professionals will head to Mill Woods GC on Tuesday, July 28th for the 10th Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2015. Tournament begins with a shotgun start at 8am. The full field will battle for a purse size of $8,150. Please click here to view the draw.

The draw is now posted for the EFW Radiology Pro-Lady North event taking place on Monday, July 27th at the Cougar Creek GR with a 9am shotgun start. Forty-two teams will compete for the title and an $11,500 purse. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Facing tougher conditions than in round one, players battle through the rain and wind to keep scores as low as possible for round two. Justin Stoski (Paradise Canyon GR) began the day at 1-over par and played a fantastic round finishing 1-under for a two day total 142, good enough to win the 2015 Assistants’ Championship sponsored by Cobra Puma Golf. Justin earns himself a $3,300 cheque for the win. Other notable performances were Thomas Schupp (Eaglequest Golf Dome) and Eric Locke both finishing with a respectable 1-over par 143 and winning $1,925 in prize money. Murray Walter finished alone in 4th place with a two day total 144 winning $1,430. Rounding out the top 5 was David MacComb (Blackhawk GC) ending with a solid 145 two day total earning him $1,300. Click here for full Championship results.

Round one is now concluded for the 25th Cobra Puma Golf Assistants’ Championship. Hosted at the Jagare Ridge GC in Edmonton, Alberta, players were excited to test themselves against the top Assistant Professionals in the province. Separating himself from the field was Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) after scoring a 3-under 68 for day one. Right behind Locke at even par 71 sit the likes of Murray Walter (Redwood Meadows G&CC), Thomas Schupp (Eaglequest Golf Dome), Scott Borsa (Red Deer G&CC) and Jacques Plouffe (Blackhawk GC). Round two tee times pick back up at 7:30am tomorrow with the final group of Locke, Walter, and Plouffe teeing off at 11:10am. Click here for full round one results and round two tee times.

The PGA on Wheels headed to the Subway Soccer Centre in Calgary on July 16th for the Jumpstart Games where over 800 kids took part in various golf activities throughout the day. Thank you to every PGA of Alberta member that volunteered their time to support the PGA on Wheels program and provide hundreds of kids with one-on-one lessons. The PGA on Wheels has now finished a successful 2015 campaign after being a part of four different events over the summer. The program will kick back up in 2016 where PGA of Alberta Professionals will continue to introduce golf to children of all ages. Click here to view a short video from the Jumpstart Games.

The draw for the 2015 Cobra Puma Golf Assistants' Championship has been posted. 69 Assistant Professionals will play for a chance to be crowned this year’s Champion as Jagare Ridge GC will host this year’s event. Click here for tee times.

Round two is complete for the third Playing Ability Test of 2015 hosted at Goose Hummock GR. Click here for full PAT results.

Day two of the Callaway Players’ Tour presented by SkyCaddie & FlightScope hosted by Goose Hummock GR saw 35 of the top players from the PGA of Alberta compete for $9,300.00 under near perfect conditions again. Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) won in a 3-way playoff between Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) & Jamie Kureluk (GolfTec Calgary). All three players finished with a two day total of 3-under 139 with Kureluk firing a new course record 6-under 65. Click here for full tournament results.

Round one is complete for the third Playing Ability Test of the season hosted at Goose Hummock GR. Round 2 begins tomorrow at 10:00am for the 16 applicants, right after the last tee time for the Players’ Tour event. Click here for complete round 1 results and round 2 draw.

The PGA of Alberta headed back to Goose Hummock GR for the third leg of the Callaway Golf Players’ Tour sponsored by FlightScope and SkyCaddie. Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) was the low pro of the day shooting a 1-under 70 to lead the field. Not far behind Locke is the usual suspects of Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Kent Fukushima both shooting identical 35-36 for an even par 71. Action resumes tomorrow morning at 8:00am. Final group of Locke, Jenkinson, & Fukushima tee off at 9:50am. Click here for full round 1 results and round 2 draw.

The Glencoe G&CC team of Dale Machesney and Brendan MacDougall shot a team gross score of 65 to capture the title of Low Gross Team while the Paradise Canyon GR team of Justin Stoski and Ethan Campbell shot a net 63 to win the low net side. Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) shot a 3-under 69 to finish low pro at the 2015 Callaway Golf Pro-Junior South.

Check out the July issue of the new PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine – The GOLFReport. Inside this issue comprises stories on the PGA of Alberta Scholarship Program, Cottonwood G&CC, golf tips with Head Teaching Professional Garett Jenkinson, and much more. Click here to view the newest issue of the GOLFReport.

The team that hails from Highlands GC in Edmonton took the 2015 PGA of Alberta Pro-Senior event sponsored by Greg Norman and Golf Trends Inc. Joey Sereda and partner John Gallimore shot a team net best ball score of 64 and beat out Quinn Powell and partner Boes Winkel from McKenzie Meadows GC in the first playoff hole to secure the victory. Joey received an ovation from his peers in the clubhouse after the win in which he responded “Thanks for sticking around guys”. Winning the Individual Professional side was Quinn Powell shooting a 4-under 68 to win by 3 strokes. For full tournament results, please click here.

Valley Ridge GC plays host to the Callaway Golf Pro-Junior South on Monday, July 13th. 42 teams will battle for a $12000 purse and to be crowned the 2015 Champion. Click here to view the draw.

The third of four Players’ Tour events is scheduled to take place on July 14 & 15 at Goose Hummock GR. 36 players will battle for a purse size of $9,400 at the two day stroke play event as well as points towards the year-end Tour Championship. Tee-times for day one are scheduled to begin at 1:00pm. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

The Playing Ability Test at Goose Hummock GR will be taking place on July 14 & 15. 15 players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 3:10pm on day one and 10:00 am on day two. Click here to see the complete draw and tee-times.

The PGA of Alberta qualifier for the Nike Golf PGA Team Championship of Canada saw 26 teams vying for 7 spots to represent the province at the Canadian Championship to be played later this fall. Shooting a 10 under par 62 Greg McGarry and Adam Bruce both from Glendale G&CC finished on top of the leaderboard. CLICK HERE FOR FULL RESULTS.

Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) shot a 31 on the front nine on his way to a 5-under 66 at Highlands GC to capture the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event. Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry GC), Jeff Sveen (Athabasca G&CC) and Chris Toth (Stony Plain GC) tied for second with even par 71’s. Click here for all the results.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event hosted by Highlands GC on Monday, July 6, where 50 Professionals will battle for a piece of the $6,700 purse. Tee times begin at 7:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Big thank you to the PGA of Alberta Members that helped out at the PGA on Wheels event that took place on Wednesday, July 1st at Rotary Park in St. Albert for the Canada Day Celebration. Hundreds of kids of all skill levels took part in the various activities offered in the PGA Junior Area throughout the day. There is still 1 more PGA on Wheels event remaining this summer on July 16th in Calgary for the Jumpstart Games. We are still looking for volunteers so please contact the office if you are interested. Click here for more information.

The 2015 Golf Trends/Greg Norman Pro-Senior Draw has been posted. This event will start with a 12:00pm shotgun at the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC. 52 Teams of 2 will compete for a purse of $16,750. Click here to see the current field and draw.

River Bend GC is set to the host the qualifier for the first Nike Golf PGA Team Championship of Canada. The shotgun will start at 1:30pm where 25 teams will battle for a purse of $11,500. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Pat O’Doherty (Blue Devil GC) shot a 6-under 65 to win by 3-shots over Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) at the Golf Supply House Professional Series event today at Cottonwood G&CC. Finishing tied for third was Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary), Marc Emslie (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Dan Cameron (NGA Dome).

Cottonwood G&CC set to play host on Thursday, July 2nd to the 8th Professional Series of the year sponsored by Golf Supply House. For the second time this season a full Professional Series field will tee off bright and early in the morning at 7:30am and will compete for a purse of $7,900. To see the current field and draw, click here.

After 8 second place finishes in PGA events, including 6 playoff losses, Wayne Fairbairn (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC) needed 2 playoff holes to capture his first victory at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event today at the Carstairs GC. Fairbairn shot 4-under 68 and beat Sean Godfrey (Lakeside GC) in the playoff. Click here for all the results.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event hosted by Carstairs GC on Tuesday, June 30th. The Carstairs event was cancelled twice in 2014 due to snow so hopefully the weather does not disappoint this time around. Tee times begin at 11:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) with partner Carey Cameron won the Pro-Lady South with a score of 7-under 64. Jenkinson was also victorious on the pro side shooting a 3 –under 68. Click here for all the results.

The Pro-Lady consists of one Club Professional paired up with a Female Amateur in a net best ball format, with the top professional scores winning money. This year’s Pro-Lady South event, sponsored by EFW Radiology & Dexim Golfwear, will be hosted by Lynx Ridge GC in Calgary on Monday, June 29th. Forty teams will compete all afternoon with high hopes of winning the trophy and claiming the first Pro-Lady event of 2015. The tournament begins at 1:30pm shotgun start. Click here to view the draw.

"Ninety per cent of beginners slice the ball," said Bruce Hardy, Teaching Professional at Mill Woods GC in Edmonton. "The main reasons are setup, a bad grip, a bad take-away". Click here to read the full tip from Bruce.

Alex Steffens (Inglewood G&CC) made birdie on the first playoff hole to defend the PGA of Alberta Ladies Championship sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. Day one leader Rhonda Carter (Canyon Meadows G&CC) finished second and Elizabeth Goldsmith (Country Hills GC) finished in third.

Home course knowledge helped today as local Professional Rhonda Carter (Canyon Meadows G&CC) shot a 76 and has a 3 shot lead over last year’s champion Alex Steffens (Inglewood G&CC). Click here for all the results.

Big thank you to the PGA of Alberta Members that helped out at the PGA on Wheels event that took place on Saturday, June 20th at Lake Chaparral. There are still 2 more PGA on Wheels events left this summer – July 1st at St. Albert and July 16th in Calgary (Jumpstart Games) and we are still looking for volunteers. Please contact the office if you are interested.

The draw is posted for the Ladies’ Championship event hosted by Canyon Meadows G&CC, sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. This year’s Championship will feature the top female professional golfers in Alberta, all vying for their chance to hold the winner’s trophy at the end. Tee times begin at 2:00pm on Monday, June 22 and 7:30am on Tuesday, June 23. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Ashton Du Preez shot 155 to pass his Class A Playing Ability Test today hosted by Speargrass GC. Craig Ohlhauser, Corey Beaver, Ryan Green, Aaron Dyck and Erik Gerlock also passed the CFM Standard of Acceptance. Click here for all the results.

Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) battled tough conditions on day 2 to win the Players’ Tour Event hosted by Speargrass GC. James finished with a two day total of 6-under 138 to win by 1 shot over his nearest competitor Thomas Schupp (Eaglequest Golf Dome). The last Players’ Tour Event winner Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) finished in 3rd this time with a 4-under 140. Click here for all the results.

Round one is complete for second Playing Ability Test of the season hosted by Speargrass GC. Round 2 begins tomorrow at 9:40am for the 18 applicants, right after the Players’ Tour event. Click here for complete round 1 results and round 2 draw.

Round one is now complete at Speargrass GC in Carseland Alberta for the second Players’ Tour event founded by Callaway Golf and sponsored by FlightScope and SkyCaddie. Thomas Schupp of Eaglequest Golf Dome leads the way after an action filled day with a 4-under 68. Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi), Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) and Josh Fleming (GolfTEC Calgary) finished the round tied for second at 3-under 69. Final group will tee off tomorrow at 9:20am. Click here for full round 1 results.

Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) played his junior golf at Lacombe G&CC. The local knowledge helped him score a 3-under 68 and claim victory at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event. Finishing one shot back was Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry GC) with a 2-under 69. Brian deBruin (D’Arcy Ranch GC) and local professional Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) finished third with even par 71’s. Click here for all the results.

The second of four Players’ Tour events is scheduled to take place on June 16th and 17th at Speargrass GC in Carseland. Thirty-six players will battle for a purse size of $9,400 at the two day stroke play event as well as points towards the year-end Tour Championship. Tee-times for day one are scheduled to begin at 11:10am. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

The second Playing Ability Test of 2015 will be taking place at Speargrass GC on June 16 & 17 right after the Players’ Tour event. Eighteen players will look to put forth their “A” game to pass the PAT and earn their card. Tee-times will begin at 1:20pm on day one and 9:50am on day two. Click here to see the complete draw and tee-times.

The draw is posted for the Lacombe G&CC edition of the Golf Supply House Professional Series circuit. Forty-nine professionals will compete for a total purse of $6,600 on June 15th with tee times beginning at 9:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) with partner Kevin Temple shot 7-under 65 but still needed two extra playoff holes to win the Tournament of Champions event hosted by River Bend GC. Dale Miners (Cottonwood G&CC) with partner Rick Burton finished in second. Click here for all the results.

Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) scored a 7-under 65 on his way to winning the Professional Series Event hosted by The Canal at Delacour. Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) finished second with a 5-under 67. Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) also had a great day with a 4-under 68. Click here for all the results.

Check out the June issue of the new PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine. An initiative with Inside Golf, content includes Association initiatives, 2015 locations for the PGA on Wheels program, industry updates, and much more. Click here to see the new digital magazine, The GOLFReport.

The draw is now posted for the PGA of Alberta Tournament of Champions presented by Dunning Golf. Two person teams consisting of a Club Champion and Head Golf Professional or Executive Golf Professional will play in a best ball format. The event, which is scheduled for Tuesday, June 9th will begin at 1:30 as a shotgun and is taking place at River Bend GC. For more tournament details and to see the full field click here.

The draw is posted for event #5 of the Golf Supply House Professional Series circuit, this time being hosted at The Canal at Delacour GC on Monday, June 8th. 60 professionals will play for a purse of $7900. Tee times begin at 7:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

“You start by looking for a hitting area that is just 25 per cent out,” said Kenneford. “You don’t want to be thinking about chipping all the way to the hole”. Click here to read the full tip from Golf Professional Peter Kenneford (Belvedere G&CC).

The cold and windy conditions didn’t stop Keith Whitecotton (The Quarry GC) from winning the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Coloniale GC. Whitecotton shot a great round of 3-under 69. Dallas Cantera (Cardiff G&CC) finished in second place with 70. Jason Vaughan (Fort McMurray GC) also played well with a 72. Click here for all results.

Congratulations to Wade Romanick (Devon GC), Wilf Pittner, Peter Blandy, and Keith Fowler for winning the 2nd annual Stay Prime Invitational hosted by Innisfail GC. The team from the Devon GC partnered with Keith Fowler from the Devon Dispatch scored 97 points on their way to the title. Click here for all the results.

The StayPrime - PGA of Alberta Invitational will take place on June 1st at Innisfail GC in an effort to kick off the 2015 tournament season and to help generate excitement around the PGA of Alberta through province-wide media exposure. Twenty-one teams consisting of one PGA of Alberta Professional, two amateurs and a media representative will compete in an 18-Hole Two Net Stableford Competition. Shotgun start at 1:30pm. Click here to view the draw.

Patrick Murphy (Glencoe G&CC) went “one south” with a two day total of 140 to capture his first PGA of Alberta Junior Masters title at Wolf Creek GR. Kenna Hughes (Willow Park G&CC) shot a 73 today to secure 1st place overall in the girls division. Click here for all the results.

Logan Carver (Calgary G&CC) and Michael Lavorato (Canyon Meadows G&CC) lead the boys division with scores of 70 on the Links course at Wolf Creek GR. In the lead for the girls is Sharmaine Rapisura (Inglewood G&CC) who shot a three - over 74. Click here for the results and day 2 tee times.

Check out the article by SCOREGolf’s Bob Weeks talking about the rebuild of Miskanaw Golf Course. “Miskanaw is a fun course to play and it serves a great purpose – providing an outlet for those in Fort McMurray who want to golf… Rob MacGregor, the director of golf and grounds, has done a marvelous job in getting Miskanaw to be a happening place in the community. There are lots of great programs for kids, women, men and more. There’s a good vibe as you walk around”. Click here for full article.

The draw is posted for event #4 of the Golf Supply House Professional Series circuit, this time being hosted at the Coloniale GC on Tuesday, June 2nd. Field is confirmed at 40 players with the purse set at $5,600. Tee times begin at 8:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR) tied the low round of the day on his way to victory at the Players' Tour Event hosted by River Spirit. Locke had a two day total of 6-under 138 to win by 3 shots over Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi). Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) was the other low round of the day with a 4-under 68. Click here for all the results.

Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) posted a 5-under 67 to lead the Players Tour Event hosted by River Spirit GC after day 1. Eric Locke (Wolf Creek GR), Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) and Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) all carded 2-under 70’s on day 1 and sit tied for second. Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) and Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) also played well but sit 4 behind Kureluk heading into day 2. Click here for all day 1 results and day 2 draw.

Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) wins for the second time this season. Jamie shot a 1-under par 70 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event hosted by Paradise Canyon Golf Resort. Local pro Justin Stoski (Paradise Canyon GR) finished a close second with an even par 71. Corry Webster (Evergreen GC) also continued his hot play, finishing third with a 74. Click here for all the results.

The PGA of Alberta Junior Masters is a 36-Hole invitational Junior Golf Tournament organized each year by the Professional Golfers' Association of Alberta. The Junior Masters this year will provide the top 40 boys and top 19 girls in the province with a highly competitive golf experience at the Wolf Creek GR. Click here to see the round one draw for the Boys and Girls divisions.

Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) and Gary Ward battled in a 3 hole playoff to decide the 2nd Golf Supply House Professional Series Event of the season hosted by Cardiff G&CC. Ward claimed victory on the third playoff hole. McGarry and Ward posted 1-under 71’s. Aaron Cook (Edmonton CC) also played well finishing third with a 72. Click here for all the results.

The draw is now posted for the first PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event, founded by Callaway Golf and sponsored by Flightscope and Jancor Agencies. This two day tournament will feature 48 of the Association’s most competitive players, held on two consecutive days. The event is being hosted at River Spirit GC on May 26th & 27th. Tee Times will begin at 12:00pm on Tuesday, May 26th and 7:30am on Wednesday, May 27th. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

24 professionals will head to Paradise Canyon on Monday, May 25 for the third Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season. Tee times begin at 10:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Round two results are now posted for the Team Match Play Championship. Sixteen teams advance to the third round.

Round two results are now posted for the Team Match Play Championship. Sixteen teams advance to the third round.

The third annual PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship presented by Adams Golf begins tomorrow with 62 teams from the north and south battling against each other to ultimately answer the question of who the best team in Alberta is. Last year’s Champions of Kevin Chow & Jacques Plouffe from Blackhawk GC will pair up again and look to defend their title against a talented field. The event is being hosted at the Wolf Creek GR on Wednesday with matches continuing all season long to determine the champion. Round one will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00am & round two starts at 3:00pm. The draw for round one and two will be done onsite at random. Click here for more information.

Congratulations to Michael Bowen (Grande Prairie G&CC), Matthew Kirlin (Links of GlenEagles) and Mike Steele (Earl Grey GC) for battling through the wind on day 2 to pass their Playing Ability Test. Click here for full round 2 results.

The first round of the 2015 Playing Ability Test was hosted under blue skies at Alberta Springs GC. Twenty three males and females from Alberta and British Columbia are vying to the challenge of becoming members with the PGA of Canada. For round one results, click here.

Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) wins the first Golf Supply House Professional Series Event with a blistering 4-under par 68. Not far behind with a 3-under par 69 was Corry Webster (Evergreen GC). Also with a great start to the season finishing tied for 3rd was Justin Stoski (Paradise Canyon GR) and Scott Borsa (Red Deer G&CC).

The first PGA on Wheels event of 2015 will be taking place at the RiverBend GC tomorrow, Saturday, May 9th from 9:00am – 1:00pm. We are still looking for PGA of Alberta Members to volunteer and help with the various golf activities. If you are able to help please contact the office. There will be three other PGA on Wheels events throughout the summer that we are also looking for help with. Click here to view all the dates and locations.

Magrath GC is ready to host the first Golf Supply House Professional Series event of the season on Monday, May 11th. Field size is confirmed at 23 players and purse is set at $3,600. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Have you seen the story on Glendale G&CC’s own Michelle Van Slyke talking about the benefits of yoga to her golf game? “Yoga gives you increased mobility, flexibility, balance, strength, stability, muscular endurance and, as much as anything, yoga can give you focus, which is so important to have when you are playing golf” said Van Slyke. Click here to read the full story on PGA of Alberta Professional, Michelle Van Slyke.

The first Playing Ability Test of 2015 will be taking place at Alberta Springs GC on May 12th and 13th. Twenty-two players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 10:00am on day one and 8:00am on day two. For the complete draw and tee-times click here.

The Team Match Play Championship is just weeks away and still 3 spots remain open for the South Bracket. If you are interested in playing on May 20 at Wolf Creek Golf Resort, please sign your team up today. Based on a full field, the Team Match Play Championship has a purse of $14,000, with the top 4 teams getting paid from both the North and South Bracket and the top 4 teams getting paid from the Consolation Pro-Pro. This event is open to all PGA of Alberta Members. Click here to register.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce a partnership with Dunning Golf as the new Presenting Sponsor of the PGA of Alberta Tournament of Champions. Dunning Golf is a premium brand of high performance golf clothing and golf lifestyle sportswear. From start to finish, the emphasis is on creating the world’s best golf clothing that is focused on quality, performance and durability. For more information on Dunning Golf, please visit www.dunninggolf.com.

The PGA of Alberta is excited to announce a new partnership with Allstate Insurance Company of Canada as the official Home & Auto Insurance provider for the PGA of Alberta and new presenting sponsor for the Pro-Pro Best Ball tournament. Allstate Insurance is a nation-wide company that has been in Canada for over 60 years, specializing in Personal Home & Auto Insurance. Click here for more information on Allstate Insurance.

The 2015 tournament season is nearly here and PGA of Alberta Professionals can expect a packed calendar filled with all their favourite events. The first event to kick off the 2015 campaign will be the Golf Supply House Professional Series at Magrath GC in southern Alberta. The one day stroke play event will be held on Monday, May 11th with tee times starting at 9:00am. Click here to sign up for the first tournament of the year.

The PGA of Alberta has a new venue for the 2015 edition of the PGA of Alberta Championship in Stewart Creek G&CC. Located in Canmore, Stewart Creek plays host to the 33rd Championship on August 17 & 18, sponsored by TaylorMade-adidas and Club Car. This year’s Championship will see an exciting new addition in a Hole-In-One shoot out after round 1 for the chance to win money for you and a charity of your choice. The Championship will only be open to the first 102 players so guarantee your spot by registering today. Click here to register.

Check out the second issue of the new PGA of Alberta Digital Magazine. An initiative in partnership with Inside Golf, content includes 2015 Association initiatives, profiles of the 2014 PGA of Alberta Awards Recipients plus show previews, floor layouts and exhibitor lists for the Calgary Golf Show on March 21 & 22. Click here to see the new digital magazine, The GOLFReport.

The Calgary Golf Show on March 21 & 22 is an interactive golf exposition showcasing high-quality golf products and services, golf destination areas and local golf facilities… plus all kinds of activities and prizes! The Show is an event that is fun for the whole family! Discounts on admission can be found on our website at www.albertagolfshows.com. Click here for more information.

Sunday at the Golf Shows is Junior Day! Families with children under the age of 12 can get into the Golf Show for $15. There will be a FREE Junior clinic, games and prizes for children of all ages. Click here for the Family Coupon.

The Edmonton Golf Show is set for tomorrow so come get your golf season kick started by checking out the new equipment on the Indoor Driving Range; Getting some amazing deals on merchandise at the Million Dollar Clearance Centre; Improving your game with free golf tips and lessons from PGA of Alberta Professionals; & Finding out about the amazing show specials being offered by both local courses and resort destinations. Click here for more details.

Day Two at the 2015 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar is underway. The guest speaker lineup today includes Olympic Silver Medalist Cheryl Bernard, Golf Course Architect Jeff Mingay, PGA Golf Instructor Mike Adams, and PGA of Canada Technical Director Glenn Cundari will finish the day off. Click here to learn more about the speakers.

Congratulations to Matt Barkway (Paradise Canyon GR) and Dean Sklarenko (Picture Butte GC) on being elected to PGA of Alberta Board of Directors at the AGM. Congratulations as well to Shawn Lavoie (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC) and Murray McCourt (The Ranch G&CC) for being re-elected to the main board.

Congratulations to Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC), Dave Henzie (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC), Michael Matuch (Bearspaw CC), Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC), Michelle Van Slyke (Glendale G&CC), and Mitch Walz (Canyon Meadows G&CC) on being elected to the Assistants’ Board of Directors at the AGM.

Congratulations once again to Jeremy Tanner (Priddis Greens G&CC) who recently won the Stan Leonard Class “A” Professional of the Year National Award and Wayne Fairbairn and his team at the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC on winning the Pat Fletcher Retailer of the Year National Award. Both men were honoured at the Association’s Canada Night celebrations at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida. Click here to see their interviews with the PGA of Canada.

Only a few days left to register for the 2015 AUR Sunice Spring Seminar presented by Fiberbuilt on March 2nd & 3rd at the Carriage House Inn. Click here for more information and to see the speaker lineup.

Cheryl Bernard is best known for her long list of curling accomplishments and awards. She is a four time Alberta women’s champion, Canadian Runner-up, TSN Skins finalist and has maintained a top 5 status on the World Curling Tour for the past 8 years. Cheryl’s perspective on how great life lessons are learned after plans and goals don’t go exactly as expected is inspiring. Her presentation is one you won’t want to miss!

Mr. Frank Fowler of High River passed away at the Foothills Country Hospice, Okotoks on January 30, 2015 at the age of 82 years. Frank joined the PGA of Canada in 1957, but it was long before then when he picked up his first golf club and became hooked on the game. Frank served as President of the PGA of Alberta in 1967. His playing career as a golf professional in Alberta earned Frank a Lifetime Achievement Award with the PGA of Alberta. Frank is survived by Emma of High River, sons: Duane (Linda) of Calgary and Carey (Shirley) of DeWinton. Frank is remembered by his grandchildren: Dylan, Devin, Stacy, Jesse, and Aaron, as well as surviving brothers and sisters. For funeral arrangements please click here.

Jeff Mingay has been involved in creating some of the most acclaimed golf courses in Canada in recent years and has been called “one of the sharpest young men working in the field of golf course design today." Mingay will discuss exactly what makes the world’s best golf courses distinct, and explain how any club/course can be enhanced to provide a more distinctive golfing experience without spending millions of dollars on architectural renovations.

Known as the ‘Teacher of Teachers’, Mike Adams has helped mentor, train, influence and develop 20 current members of the GOLF Magazine Top 100 Teacher List. Last year’s Spring Seminar presenter, and recently named ‘Swing Consultant’ to Tiger Woods, Chris Como, worked under Mike Adams.

Dr. Rick Jensen is a nationally recognized sport psychologist and has long been one of golf's top mental game coaches and coach educators. In golf, his clients include more than 50 touring pros on the PGA, LPGA and Champions Tours. Dr. Jensen’s clients have won a total of 199 tour victories. Fourteen of his clients have won at least one major championship and have combined to win a total of 33 majors. In the world of business, he consults with winners such as Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, UBS, Wells Fargo, Jackson, Grubb and Ellis, Colliers International, ADP, Hewlett Packard, American Express and NIKE Corporation. Spend a day with Dr. Jensen and become a champion in both business and sport!

On Wednesday, January 14th, Rob MacGregor, Chris McKenzie, and Shaun Westhaver of the Miskanaw GC ran their first Golf in Schools program of the season with an estimate 2,000 school children to be taught this off-season. This is Miskanaw’s sixth year running Golf in Schools, one of the largest self-funded Golf in Schools program in the country. Over 7,000 school children have been exposed to and taught golf over the past six years.

If your facility is interested in attending as an exhibitor for the 2015 Alberta Golf Shows in March, click here for your exhibitor registration package. Spots are limited so make sure you reserve your booth today! The deadline to register is February 13th so don’t miss your opportunity to take part in these season kick-starting events!

The 2015 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows are coming up this March - The Edmonton Show will be taking place March 7th & 8th at the Edmonton Expo Centre and the Calgary Show will be taking place March 21st & 22nd at the BMO Centre. Click here for exhibitor lists, prizes, ticket prices, registration information and more!

Congratulations to Wayne Fairbairn and his team at the Calgary Elks Lodge GC on winning the Pat Fletcher Retailer of the Year National Award. Wayne will be honoured on January 22, 2015 at the Association’s Canada Night celebrations at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla.

Congratulations to Jeremy Tanner (Priddis Greens G&CC) who recently won the Stan Leonard Class “A” Professional of the Year National Award. Jeremy will be honoured on January 22, 2015 at the Association’s Canada Night celebrations at the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Fla.

Congratulations to Team Alberta and every member who represented the Alberta zone at the PGA of Canada Club Professional Championship in Fountain Hills, Arizona this week. In a field of 109 players throughout the country, Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) saved his best performance for last coming in 2nd for the Championship with a score of 2-over for the 54-hole event. Other notable finishes include Randy Robb (Edge Golf School) who finished tied for 4th at 7-over, Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) who finished tied for 12th at 10-over, and Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) who finished tied for 19th. For full story and results, click here.

Congratulations to Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC), Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome), Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC) who will representing Alberta at the 2014 PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada at SunRidge Canyon GC on November 16 – 19. Good luck to all other Club Professionals representing Alberta next week. Click here for more tournament details.

After posting a four round total of 294, leaving him T-4, at last week’s Champions Tour Regional Qualifier in Murrieta, California, Darryl James is advancing to the final stage qualifying. James will be heading to Florida on November 18-21 to compete in the Champions Tour Final Qualifier amongst a field of 78 players. James will be giving up his spot on the Alberta Club Professional Team to alternate Garett Jenkinson. Click here for all the Champions Tour details.

Congratulations to the following Members who received Assistant Bursaries; Aaron Pakylak (Hamptons GC), Larry Petryk (Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC), David MacComb (Blackhawk GC), Adam Werbicki (Derrick Golf & Winter Club), Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC). Thanks again to Pin High who sponsored the 2014 Bursary Program.

"My name goes on the award, but this is an achievement for the entire Canmore Golf & Curling Club team," said Cooke, the club's general manager and director of golf. "This honor isn't possible without my management and pro shop colleagues, many of whom I have worked with for over 20 years, and the outstanding support we receive from our members and community."

The PGA of Alberta handed out the hardware on October 22nd naming its annual award winners in various categories from Junior Leader of the Year to Club Professional of the Year. Congratulations to all of the winners!

Paul Lowe is retiring; he's put in his time (28 years), he leaves us now with warmer plans in mind. Just "R & R" and taking life slow, (after he closes his store at Center Village in February), at home enjoying a morning cup of coffee on his deck (instead of answering the phone calls for a tee-time), or even the casual game of golf with some good ole’ members at HLGC fishing for quarters. Forget the black tie it's no formal affair, just come as you are for that casual flair. We'll drink and laugh as we all reminisce, it's a gathering for a friend that will surely be missed.The celebration will take place on Saturday October 18, from 3 - 6 pm. Appetizers will be served.

Carrington, of the G&G Golf Company, just returned home after a top 20 finish and low Canadian honours in the British Senior Ladies Open Am Championship at Scotland’s Royal Dornoch. “It was pretty amazing,” said Carrington, who shot a three-under second round which tied her for low round of the day. “It was the first time I had really played any links-style golf. And to do it on a course that is 398 years old was especially memorable.” Earlier this year Carrington won the Alberta Mid Masters at Whitetail Crossing, took the Calgary Ladies Seniors at Pinebrook in a three-hole playoff and tied for third in the Senior Ladies Championship held at the Medicine Hat Golf and Country Club.

The boys of Blackhawk went out with a bang. Kevin Chow and Jacques Plouffe won the year’s PGA of Alberta team match play competition with a win at the Red Deer Golf and Country Club over Calgary’s National Golf Academy team of Dan Cameron and Terry Carter. Click here to read the full story by Curtis Stock of the Edmonton Journal.

The FINALISTS for Club Professional, Assistant Professional, Teacher, Junior Leader, Merchandiser and Sales Representative of the Year have been announced. The winners will be announced at the Awards Banquet on October 22nd at the Edmonton Expo Centre. Click here for this year's finalists.

Congratulations to Kevin Chow and Jacques Plouffe of Blackhawk GC for winning the 2014 PGA of Alberta Team Match Play sponsored by Adams Golf! The duo battled their way through the tough northern bracket to finally meet head to head against Dan Cameron and Terry Carter of the National Golf Academy. After 18 gruelling holes at Red Deer G&CC today, Chow and Plouffe prevailed to take home a grand total of $5,000, while Cameron and Carter walked away with $2,500. To view the entire match play tournament bracket, please click here.

David MacComb and Craig McArthur of the Blackhawk GC take the 2014 Pro-Assistant tournament with a two day total of 23-under 289. Blackhawk captured the title by 9 shots over their nearest competitors Shawn Lavoie and Wayne Fairbairn of the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC. Coming alone in third was the team of Dallas Cantera and Cody Hancock from Cardiff GC with a two day total of 13-under 199. For full event results, please click here.

After 27 holes in the heat at the Innisfail GC for the Pro-Assistant, sponsored by Callaway Golf, the Carstairs GC team of Dale Tomlinson & Randy Hunter lead the field after round one at 13-under for a day one total 93. Not far behind at 10-under are the teams from Picture Butte GC of Dean Sklarenko & Jamie Gerlitz and Cardiff GC of Dallas Cantera & Cody Hancock. Players will resume play tomorrow at 10:30am shotgun start. Click here for round one results and round two draw.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) wins the 2014 Tour Championship with a round two score of 4-under 68. This is Belbin's fourth PGA of Alberta win on the tournament circuit in 2014 and with his efforts today, he takes home $4,250 in winnings. Shot of the day goes to Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi), striking a laser on hole #16 to make a Hole in One! James ended up finishing in second place for the Championship, earning himself $2,800 in prize money. The Hamptons GC Head Professional Gord Courage finished alone in third for the event. Click here for full event results.

The draw is now posted for the Pro-Assistant tournament taking place on Monday, September 22nd & Tuesday, September 23rd. This 2-day 54-hole tournament is sponsored by Callaway Golf and being hosted at Innisfail GC. Nine holes each day will be played in a different format: Best Ball, Scotch Ball & Scramble. This years event will comprise forty-seven of Alberta's sharpest Head Pro/Assistant teams that hail from all throughout the province. Last years Pro-Assistant Champions of Greg McGarry & Blair Buttar from Glendale G&CC will look to defend their title against a hungry field. Shotgun start for both days will be at 10:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Tough conditions at The Hamptons GC for the Fletcher Tour Championship made life difficult for the 43 professionals involved in today’s tournament. Kent Fukushima said he has played the course a few times but only recently came to truly understand how to play the course. He sits by himself at the top at 1-under 71 to be the lone player under par. Dale Tomlinson (Carstairs GC) sits tied in second with host Head Professional Gord Courage after both players shot even par 72’s. Tee times will begin at 9:40am tomorrow, with the final group teeing off at 11:50am. Click here for full round one results.

After a season-long string of matches, the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf has its finalists. Kevin Chow and Jacques Plouffe of Blackhawk GC will take on Dan Cameron and Terry Carter of The National Golf Academy in what is sure to be a dramatic finish to the Championship. The two teams square off at Red Deer G&CC on September 25th at 10:32am to determine who will take home the 2014 crown and the $5,000 first place prize. To see how each team made it to the final, click here.

The Hamptons GC will play host to the 2014 Fletcher Tour Championship next week on Wednesday Sept. 17 & Thursday Sept. 18. The top 10 money leaders from this years’ Players’ Tour events, the top 10 money leaders from this years’ Professional Series events, and the top 30 overall money leaders were all invited to play in this two day 36 hole competition. Last years’ Champion Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) won by an impressive seven strokes in 2013 and will lead a field of 43 of Alberta’s best professionals. Tee times begin at 9:00am on Wednesday, Sept. 17 and at 9:40am on Thursday, Sept. 18. Please click here to see the current field and draw.

Congratulations to Scott Anderson (RiverBend GC), Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Tim Cameron (Sirocco GC) and Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) who will representing Alberta at the 2014 PGA of Canada Assistants' Championship at The Ridge at Manitou on September 9th – 11th. Good luck to all other Assistant Professionals representing Alberta this week. Click here for first and second round tee times.

Click here to watch Matt Gawley, Executive Professional & General Manger of the Edmonton Garrison Memorial GC, explain how to hit 5-foot putts.

Michael Hogan (Glencoe G&CC Teaching Centre) wins the 2014 PGA of Alberta Senior Championship with round one and two scores of 73-66, for a two-day total 139. Hogan shot a spectacular 5-under today to come from behind to take the title. Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome) finished alone in second with a two day total of 141. Not far behind Hogan and Cameron was Gary Ward (PGA of Alberta Member) and Gord Courage (The Hamptons GC) who finished in third and fourth respectively. For full event results, click here.

The draw is now posted for the final Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2014. Carstairs GC will play host to 46 Alberta golf professionals on Monday, September 8th, hoping to win the closing Professional Series event of the year. Crossover start begins at 10:00am. Click here to see the draw and current field.

The toughest shot in golf is probably the 30 to 40 yard bunker shot. But the Royal Mayfair’s Jeff Daniels makes it look easy. Click here to read the full tip, with video.

Easily one of the most frustrating things in the infernal game of golf is to hit the ball well and reach greens in regulation, but not make any putts. Bad reads. Bad strokes. Bad score. The Journal asked some Edmonton Golf Professionals how to sink more putts. Click here to read what they had to say.

Ten years ago I was diagnosed with Kidney Disease and now I need a kidney transplant. Most people don’t realize I have this disease because there are so few visible signs of actual illness. I probably went undiagnosed for a couple of years. From this vantage point, I can look back and see symptoms of kidney disease, which at the time didn’t seem like much at all. Adding them up led to a diagnosis. Click here to read the full story by PGA of Alberta Professional, Cathy Burton

Gary Ward captured day 1 lead at the 2014 PGA of Alberta Senior Championship, sponsored by Golf Vacations Ireland. Ward continues his hot play this season by shooting an even par 71 to take the lead at Willow Park G&CC. He is being pressured by 3 players at one over par - 72, Kevin Day (Billy D’s Golf Centre), Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome), Brian Miller (Pine Hills GC). Click here for day 1 results, day 2 tee-times.

As Calgary’s Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) awaited confirmation last Tuesday that he’d qualified for the Champions Tour’s Shaw Charity Classic, Scott Allred (Elbow Springs) joked “that will just make it that much sweeter when I beat you next week.” Allred is the defending champion of the PGA of Alberta Senior Championship and has won the title twice in the past three years, but James might be considered the favourite for the two-day showdown at Willow Park after getting the opportunity to tee it up in Calgary’s Champions Tour stop. “It’s always a battle between Scott and I,” said James, the PGA of Alberta’s senior champ in 2012 and the runner-up to Allred last summer. Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson, Calgary Sun.

His place on the leaderboard didn’t matter. Darryl James walked off the course at the Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club beaming. After firing a 1-under 69 on Sunday to complete the Champions Tour Shaw Charity Classic, the other competitor from Calgary had every right to relish the moment. Click here to read the full article BY RANDY SPORTAK, CALGARY SUN.

The draw is posted for the Senior Championship sponsored by Golf Vacations Ireland. This year’s Championship will be held at Willow Park G&CC on Wednesday, September 3rd and Thursday, September 4th. Defending Champion Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC) will be looking to defend his title against thirty other PGA of Alberta professionals. Tee times begin at 1pm on Wednesday, Sept. 3 and at 8:30am on Thursday, Sept. 4. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Garett Jenkinson (Golf Performance Canada at Inglewood) and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) shot 64 to win by 1 shot over last year winners Dale Tomlinson (Carstairs GC) and Phil McCluskey (Akokiniskway GC). Keith Whitecotton (Cardiff GC) with partner Dallas Cantera (Cardiff GC) and Craig Gibson (Brooks GC) with partner Matthew Mah (Mill Woods GC) finished in a tie for third. Click here for all the results.

For a half hour or so, Calgary's Darryl James appeared to be a nervous wreck, pacing here and there and trying to practice patience as scores slowly rolled in at Tuesday's last-chance qualifier for the 2014 Shaw Charity Classic. Finally, confirmation ... His spin of 2-under 68 was good enough to earn one of five spots in the field for the Champions Tour stop this week at Canyon Meadows Golf & Country Club. Click here to read the full article by Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Sun.

For the 4th year in a row we crowned a new champion at the DEXIM GOLFWEAR PGA of Alberta Ladies Championship held at the Silver Springs G&CC. Alex Steffens (Inglewood G&CC) won by 1 shot over runner-up Rhonda Carter (Glencoe G&CC). Marsha Rogers (The Derrick Golf &Winter Club) and Shelley Charlton (Brooks GC) finished tied for 3rd. Click here for all the results.

Congratulations to Nick Becker of the Silver Springs G&CC who passed his Playing Ability Test today at the Alberta Springs GC.

20 Applicants are trying for their PGA of Canada Membership Cards today at the Alberta Springs GC. Click here for the Round One Results and Round Two Tee Times.

Twenty-three players will compete for six spots at the Shaw Charity Classic. The Event Qualifier will begin at 7:30am on Tuesday, August 26th at Canyon Meadows G&CC. To view the draw, please click here.

A solid field of 21 battled at The Hamptons GC on a soggy Thursday in the pre-qualifying tournament, vying for the right to play in Tuesday’s qualifier at Canyon Meadows. Gord Courage, who has long played at the northwest Calgary track, used that home-course knowledge to his advantage, finishing third with a two-over 74 to book his spot in the qualifier. And Calgary’s Darryl James of the National Golf Academy at the Golf Dome — the 2007 and 2008 PGA of Alberta champion and four-time former Alberta Amateur champ — also made the cut, tying for the final spot with a 76. Scott Allred of Elbow Springs will also compete on Tuesday, earning an exemption past the pre-qualifier as the 2013 PGA of Alberta senior champion. Click here to read the full CALGARY HERALD ARTICLE

The final Playing Ability Test of 2014 will be taking place at Alberta Springs GR on August 25 & 26. Twenty players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 10:00am on day one and 8:00 am on day two. Click here to see the complete draw and tee-times.

The Hamptons GC saw 21 participants trying to qualify for the Shaw Charity Classic today. However, only five have earned a spot in the Event Qualifier being held on Tuesday, August 26th at Canyon Meadows G&CC. To view those who have advanced to the next qualifier, click here.

The draw is now posted for the Pro-Pro Best Ball event being held at the Lakeside GC and being sponsored by G&G Golf Company. Forty six teams of professional golfers will duke it out on the course to determine the top team of 2014. Shotgun start will get underway at 10:00am on August 27. To see the draw and current field, please click here.

The draw is posted for the yearly Ladies Championship event hosted at the Silver Springs G&CC, sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. This year’s Championship will feature 11 of the top female professional golfers in Alberta, all vying for their chance to hold the winner’s trophy at the end. Tee times begin at 1:00pm on Monday, August 25 and 10:30am on Tuesday, August 26. Click here to see the current field and draw.

“I’ve never won this tournament before and I’ve wanted to win this for a long time,” Belbin said. “That plays into your mind a little bit, it’s hard to win something you’ve never won and finally I got it done, so it was good.” Click here to read the full story by DEREK VAN DIEST, EDMONTON SUN

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) shot an impressive two day total of 5-under 137 to win the 2014 PGA of Alberta Club Car – Titleist FootJoy Championship today at The Ranch GC. Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) and Timothy Cameron (Sirocco GC) both finished two shots back at 3-under 139. Click here for the full results.

If Thursday’s Shaw Charity Classic pre-qualifier turns into a putting contest, you’ve gotta like Gord Courage’s chances. Courage, the Executive Professional, has been on staff at Hamptons Golf Club for the past two decades, and has had some cool opportunities during his tenure at Hamptons Golf Club, including teeing it up with legends such as Hale Irwin, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player and Lee Trevino during exhibitions at what is now a semi-private facility. If the 55-year-old can master the grainy greens at his home course Thursday, he’ll be one step closer to getting inside the ropes at the Shaw Charity Classic. The top-five finishers in the pre-qualifier will be invited to Tuesday’s final qualifier at Canyon Meadows.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) emerges as the leader after round one at the PGA of Alberta Championship sponsored by Club Car, Titleist FootJoy. Belbin shot a steady 34-33 for a final score of 4-under 67. Not without challengers though, right behind Belbin is Timothy Cameron (Sirocco GC) and Kent Fukushima who both shot 3-under 68’s. Belbin, Cameron, & Fukushima will be teeing off in the final group together at 1:10pm tomorrow. Mark Corrigan (Pinebrook G&CC), Scott Westman (The Ranch G&CC), and Taylor Irvin (Valley Ridge GC) all are tied for third at 2-under. Round two tee times gets under way at 7:10am tomorrow morning. Click here for full round one results and round two draw.

The draw is now posted for the 32nd annual PGA of Alberta Championship sponsored by Club Car - Titleist FootJoy. This year’s Championship takes place at The Ranch G&CC on Tuesday, August 19 & Wednesday, August 20, with tee times beginning at 7:10am both days. 113 of Alberta’s top golfers will all be competing to take home a piece of the $37,800 purse. To view the round one draw, please click here.

Twenty players will play for five spots at the Shaw Charity Classic Event Qualifier - the last stage before the official tournament being held at Canyon Meadows G&CC. The Pre-Qualifier will begin at 10:00am on Thursday, August 21st at The Hamptons GC. To view the draw, please click here.

The Vaughan boys made their family proud by each earning trophies at the Pro-Senior event today, sponsored by Golf Trends Inc. and Greg Norman. Hosted by Sturgeon Valley G&CC, Ryan Vaughan and his partner George Taylor of the Cold Lake G&WC won the net team competition through retrogression, with a score of 9-under 63. Jason Vaughan (Fort McMurray GC), older brother to Ryan, won the Professional side of the event shooting a 2-under 70, and beating out Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC) and Sturgeon Valley's own Jacob Cartier, in a three way playoff. Jason scored a birdie on the first playoff hole to claim the title and ensure everyone would beat the traffic heading home. To see full event results, please click here.

Kurtis Foote (Earl Grey GC) is getting hot at the right time leading into the PGA of Alberta Championship. Kurtis won the Golf Supply House Event at Henderson Lake GC with a 2-under 68. Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) eagled the par 4 first hole on his way to a 1-under 69 to finish a close second. Sam Hart (Hamptons GC) and Eric Porter (Lethbridge CC) finished tied for third with a 1-over 72. Click here for all the results.

Click here to watch PGA of Alberta Professional, Gary Ward explain how to avoid three putting.

The PGA on Wheels RV visited Rocky Mountain Show Jumping this past Saturday to continue the promotion of golf and local area Professionals across the province. Families and juniors of all ages were in attendance to try their hand at full swings, chipping and putting. A special thanks to all the Golf Professionals who volunteered their time to help grow the game of golf! To see the schedule for 2015, please visit the PGA on Wheels page in the New Year.

The draw is posted for the annual Pro-Senior event, sponsored by Golf Trends Inc. & Greg Norman. The event will be hosted at the Sturgeon Valley GC on Wednesday, August 13th. Forty teams throughout Alberta will compete for the immaculate Pro-Senior trophy as well as bragging rights for the remainder of the golf season. Shotgun start begins at 9:00am. Click here to view the current field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the second last Golf Supply House Professional Series event of 2014, being hosted at the Henderson Lake GC on Monday, August 11th. Tee times will begin at 9:00am. To see the current field and draw, please click here.

Congratulations to Kayde Cassidy of the Willow Park G&CC, Joel Douglas of the Cottonwood G&CC, and Derek Rudosky of the Lewis Estates G&CC, who all passed their Playing Ability Test today at the Goose Hummock GR.

Mark Bicknell (Silver Springs G&CC) won his first Players’ Tour event today on the second hole of a three-way playoff against Cody Hancock (Cardiff GC) and David MacComb (Blackhawk GC). All three players carded a two round total of 2-over 144. Click here for the story and full event results.

Two months ago Kristen Monasterski had never heard of the word ‘par’ let alone ever having hit a golf ball before. Yet Monasterski, 23, a complete, raw golf rookie who is working with Windermere Teaching Professional Cam Martens in a three-part series with ‘the Journal,’ has not only played nine holes of golf she recently shot a 58 at Leduc playing with her friends. “I thought it was awesome that she had enough confidence to go out on a golf course. This game is very intimidating” said Martens. Click here to read the full article (with video) by Curtis Stock.

One of the biggest differences between pros and amateurs is alignment and getting set up the same way every time said Weston Gillett, Head Pro at Drayton Valley. To watch Gillett’s tip click here.

Click here for the round one results from the 2014 Goose Hummock GR PAT. Tee times for round two begin at 11:10am tomorrow, August 6, 2014

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) showed why he is considered one of the best players in the province today shooting a 2-under 69. Tied for second at even par-71 are Mark Bicknell (Silver Springs G&CC), Peter Kenneford (Belvedere G&CC) and David MacComb (Blackhawk GC). In total 10 players sit within 5 shots of the lead at the Players’ Tour event hosted by Goose Hummock GC. Click here for the full results.

After a short battle with cancer, David Clark passed away on July 25, 2014 at the age of 60. Dave is survived by his wife Sharon and two children. Dave started playing golf at the age of 7 in Kingsville, Ontario and his love of the game led him to the PGA of Canada, which he joined in 1979. Dave started his Professional career in Ontario, but soon decided to move to Alberta where he worked for 32 years until his retirement from the Lacombe G&CC in 2014. Those that knew Dave remember his passion for not only the game of golf but also the Association; he became involved at a board level taking on the role of President in 1994-1995. In 2003 Dave became President of the PGA of Canada where he remained a forward thinker, committed to seeing the Association progress under his leadership. A Memorial Service has been set for Wednesday, July 30 at 1pm. The service will be held at Wilson’s Funeral Chapel located at 6120 Highway 2A in Lacombe, AB. There will be a reception at the Lacombe G&CC following the service. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Alberta/NWT Division, 200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB T2E 2P5. Condolences may be made by visiting www.wilsonsfuneralchapel.ca.

“A hybrid can be a great club to use because they are so much easier to hit than long irons, especially for people who don’t hit their long irons high enough,” said the Derrick Golf & Winter Club’s head pro, Trevor Goplin. Click here to watch Trevor Goplin show you how to hit a hybrid club.

PGA of Alberta Professional, Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) currently holds the lead at the Canada Cup hosted by the Victoriaville Golf Club in Quebec. Click here for updated results.

The fourth Playing Ability Test of 2014 will be taking place at Goose Hummock GR on August 5 & 6 following the Players’ Tour event. Ten players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 3:40pm on day one and 11:10am on day two. For the complete draw and tee-times click here.

The fourth and final Players’ Tour event of 2014 is scheduled to take place on August 5 & 6 at Goose Hummock GR. The event is founded by Callaway Golf, and sponsored by Flightscope, Impact Canopies, Jancor Agencies, and Second Skin. Forty-three players will be competing for a purse of $10,500 and points towards the year-end Tour Championship. Tee-times for day one are scheduled to begin at 1:00pm. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

Craig Gibson (Brooks GC)) shot 1-under 70 but needed 4 extra playoff holes to beat runner-up Dale Tomlinson (Carstairs GC) to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC. This is Craig’s third professional series event win of the season. Finishing a close third was host head professional Wayne Fairbairn (Calgary Elks Lodge GC) and Tim Sawatzky (Lynx Ridge GC) both carding even par 72. Click here for all the results

37 teams went at it today at Highlands GC for Pro-Junior North glory, sponsored by Callaway Golf. With temperatures above 30° Celsius, the Pros and juniors reached deep into the gas tank to fight through the heat and earn themselves a trophy. The low gross title went to Ryan Moore (Ponoka Community GC) and Jared Nicolls, who shot a combined score of 5-under par 66. Taking the low net award, with an 8-under par 63 was Dan Geran (Lac La Biche GC) and Brendan Boucher. Last but not least, Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC) shot a low 1-under par 70 to earn himself the Professional title. For full event results, please click here.

Gary Ward won his second event of the season shooting a 2 - under 70 at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event being held at the Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC. Tom Flockhart (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC), Peter Kenneford (Belvedere G&CC), Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC) and Dallas Cantera (Cardiff GC) all finished with a 1-under 71 to tie for second. Click here for all the results.

The draw is also posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Calgary Elks Lodge & GC on Thursday, July 31st. Crossover begins at 7:00am sharp. To see the current field and draw, please click here.

The draw is now posted for the 2014 Pro-Junior North sponsored by Callaway Golf. The event is taking place on Wednesday, July 30th at the Highlands GC with a 1:30pm Shotgun start. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Edmonton Garrison Memorial G&CC on Monday, July 28. Crossover begins at 8:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

48 teams took to the course at Canmore G&CC for the Pro-Junior South sponsored by Callaway Golf. The low gross title went to Dale Machesney (Glencoe G&CC) and Alex Corrigan, who shot a combined score of five-under par 66. Taking the low net award with a six-under par 65 was Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) and Chase Broderson. Josh Gardner (Canyon Meadows G&CC) fired a one-under par 70 to claim the low Professional title. For more event information, click here.

Way back in 1939, the National Golf Review magazine tabbed Stanley Thompson’s masterpiece in Banff National Park as the eighth-best course anywhere in the world. “So today, as we look at it, we’re constantly reminded that we’re here to be the custodians of that and make sure we maintain that vision.” said Steven Young, the director of golf at Fairmont Banff Springs. SCOREGolf Magazine’s latest rundown of the Top 100 Courses in Canada was revealed Saturday, and Banff Springs checks in at No. 6 in the biannual rankings. Other area courses to crack SCOREGolf’s Top 100 include the Links Course at Wolf Creek (30), Calgary Golf & Country Club (31), Stewart Creek (35), the Hawk at Priddis Greens (42) and Heritage Pointe (95). Click here to read the full article by WES GILBERTSON,CALGARY SUN

"Probably the most common request for golfers who want a lesson want to know how to hit the ball farther,” said Tyler Rumpel, the head pro at Jagare Ridge Golf Club. “Everybody want to hit it longer. Click here to watch Tyler Rumpel explain how to get a little more distance on your drive.

Three players pass their PAT from a field of twenty-eight. Click here for full round two results from the 2014 Lacombe G&CC PAT.

The third stop for the Players’ Tour series, sponsored by Callaway golf, Impact Canopies, Flight Scope, Second Skin, and SkyCaddie, is now history with Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) winning his second Players’ Tour event of 2014. Mike shot rounds of 67-71 to lead the field with a two day total 4-under 138. Coming in second was Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) with rounds of 68-73 and Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) finished alone in third with consistent rounds of 71-71. Click here for story and full event results.

Click here for the round one results from the 2014 Lacombe G&CC PAT. Tee times for round two begin at 12:40pm tomorrow, Tuesday July 22nd.

The third stop for the Players’ Tour series, sponsored by Callaway Golf, Impact Canopies, Flight Scope, Second Skin, and SkyCaddie, was at the beautiful Lacombe G&CC. Jeff Cuthbertson leads the field of forty-six with a round one score of 5-under 66. Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) shot a 4-under 67. Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Center) sits in third with an opening round of 68 and Clinton McAllister (Wolf Creek GR) is three back on the lead at 69. Five other players are gridlocked for fifth who all managed to shoot 1-under 70. For complete round one results and the round two draw, click here.

NEW for 2014 there will be 5 PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarships of $1000 each. Two of these scholarships will be awarded to children of PGA of Alberta Members (no golf experience needed) and the other three will be awarded to selected Alberta Juinor boys or girls, 18 years or younger, who meet the specific criteria. Click here to learn more about the PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarship.

28 Players will tee it up at Lacombe G&CC following the Players’ Tour in an effort to acquire PGA of Canada Professional status. Tee-times begin at 3:40pm day one, and 12:40 day two. For the complete draw by alphabetical listing, click here.

The Government of Alberta today announced its commitment to the restoration of both the Mt. Kidd and Mt. Lorette golf courses. Work is expected to begin later this year, and will take 2-3 years to complete.

Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome) fended off the competition today to win the 2014 Club Pro Championship, sponsored by Ping Canada. Cameron shot rounds of 71-68 to finish 5-under for the two day event and takes home $4000 from the purse. Darryl James (National Golf Academy) finished alone in second, three strokes behind Cameron, shooting rounds of 75-67 for a total of 142 . James takes home $3000 for his second place finish. Click here for full story and final results.

The Pro-Junior South sponsored by Callaway Golf will be taking place at Canmore G&CC on Thursday, July 24th as a 9:00am shotgun. The 47 team field will be competing for a team purse and individual pro purse, with a grand total of $13,100 up for grabs. To see how the teams stack up and for event details, click here.

Players are gearing up for the third Players’ Tour event of the year at Lacombe G&CC. The event, which is sponsored by Callaway Golf, Flightscope, Impact Canopies, Jancor Agencies, Second Skin will be taking place on July 21st and 22nd. Players will begin play at 1:00pm for round one and 10:00am for round two. For the full field and tee-times, click here.

After round one of the Club Professional Championship sponsored by PING Canada, three players sit at the top of a tight knit leaderboard. Dan Cameron (National Golf Academy Dome), Wayne Fairbairn (Calgary Elks Lodge GC) and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) all shot 71 to finish one-under par for the first round. Players sitting behind the day one leaders include Brett Burgeson (Country Hills G&CC), Trevor Ellerman (Riverview GC) and Craig McArthur (Blackhawk GC), who all managed to shoot an even-par first round of seventy-two. For complete results from round one and the draw for round two, click here.

The 2014 PGA of Alberta Club Professional Championship sponsored by PING Canada will be taking place Wednesday, July 16th and Thursday, July 17th at the Redwood Meadows GC. Tee times will begin at 11:00am on Wednesday and 7:30am on Thursday. Click here to view the draw.

Tyler LeBouthillier’s first Assistant Championship win came at an impressive two day total of six-under par, 136. With his win today, LeBouthillier takes home a prize of $3,500 and has secured a spot on the Provincial team, who will head to Nationals this September. For full Championship information and results click here.

With round one officially in the books at the 2014 Assistants’ Championship sponsored by Cobra Puma Golf, LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) leads the field with a 3-under par round of 68. Adam Lewis (Lynx Ridge GC) sits two shots back at 70, while five other players are tied for third with a score of 71. For full round one results and round two draw, click here.

From horse-play to course-play — that’s the history of D’Arcy Ranch Golf Club. D’Arcy Ranch was once the site of a racetrack and quarter-horse operation, and the late Jerry D’Arcy — the founder of the course — is a past president of the Calgary Stampede. “It’s 15 minutes south of Calgary now, but you pull in, and you don’t hear cars buzzing around. You really don’t hear anything,” said longtime Head Professional Tim Watt. “You have the mountains in the backdrop. It’s quiet. It’s scenic. You have the deer running around and the coyotes running around. Click here to read the full story by Wes Gilbertson, Calgary Sun.

“A lot of golfers will approach a putt thinking that their target is so many inches or feet outside of the hole,” said Chow. “Instead, I like to find a point about halfway between you and the hole — the apex or the highest point the ball will travel before it starts to break — and aim for that spot.” Click here to read the full tip from Golf Professional Kevin Chow (Blackhawk GC).

Whiff. Shank. Topped. Off the toe. That was the catalogue of the first four shots by Kristen Monasterski, a raw beginner golfer who is working with Windermere Golf and Country Club Teaching Professional Cam Martens this summer. Monasterski, who has never played the game, is Marten’s latest challenge. “I’ve taught lots of beginners before. But not in this kind of a controlled environment. As long as she keeps trying, I think I can make some real progress with her,” said Martens, who was named Canada’s Teaching Professional of the Year in 2012.Click here to read the full story by Curtis Stock of the Edmonton Journal.

Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club Head Professional, Josh Gardner was teaching a lesson Saturday afternoon when he heard a minivan coming down a hill behind him. “I heard a bang and then I saw it go airborne, through the air, right into the middle of the pond,” he said. Gardner said he swam out about 20 metres to the van to save the man’s life. Click here to read the full story.

An over-par round hardly ever wins a PGA of Alberta golf tournament. So how did Edmonton’s Kevin Day explain losing by one shot when a four-over 76 by Picture Butte’s Jamie Gerlitz won at the Olds Golf Club last week? “Wind,” said Day, who runs Billy D’s Driving Range. Click here to read a quick knock-down wind-shot lesson from Kevin Day.

The 24th PGA of Alberta Assistants’ Championship, sponsored by Cobra Puma Golf is set to take place at Pinebrook G&CC on Wednesday, July 9th and Thursday, July 10th. Eighty Golf Professionals will battle for the coveted trophy in a two-day stroke play format and their share of a $22,000 purse. With tee-times beginning at 7:30am both days, the province’s top Assistant and Associate Golf Professionals, along with multi-Championship winners Blair Buttar (Glendale G&CC) and Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) will be setting their sights on low scores, while hoping for favourable scoring conditions. For more information and to see the complete draw please click here.

Craig Gibson (Brooks GC) won for the second time in two events. Gibson shot a 4 – under par 68 on his way to victory at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at the Speargrass GC. Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) and Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) tied for second with 2 – under 70’s. Brett Burgeson (Country Hills G&CC) finished third. Click here for all the results.

Jamie Gerlitz loves playing at the Olds Central Highlands GC. For the second year in a row Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) won the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event with a score of 4–over 76. Last year Jamie shot the course record 65 on his way to victory. 60 KM winds made conditions a lot more challenging for the field this year. 4 players tied for second with 77’s.

You’ve missed the green and found yourself short, perhaps with a bunker between you and the green. Now what do you do? Blair Buttar, the Assistant Professional at the Glendale Golf and Country Club, has the answer: The flop shot. CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL TIP.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at Speargrass GC on Wednesday, July 2nd. Crossover begins at 8:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at Olds GC on Monday, June 30th. Tee times begin at 9:00am. To see the current field and draw, click here.

Tyler LeBouthillier emerged victorious from his match today 2&1 and will advance to the third-round matches on Thursday morning. LeBouthillier will face the 3rd seed, Dave Levesque at 7:50AM. Those winning matches on Thursday morning at Wyndance will advance to the quarter-finals on Thursday afternoon.

On June 21 the Miskanaw GC teamed up with Boreal Open, RBC and OTS to host a unbelievable morning with over 80 Aboriginal children getting lessons from Canadian Tour Players, David Byrne, and PGA of Canada Professionals; Rob MacGregor, Ron Healy, Chris McKenzie and Shaun Westhaver. At the end of the day all 80 juniors were supplied with their own set of golf clubs!

Timothy Cameron (Sirocco GC) battled the wind and won the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event, shooting 1-under 71 at the Strathmore GC. Tim’s playing partner Mark Corrigan (Pinebrook G&CC) finished a close second with a 72. Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) finished third with a 2-over 74. Click here for all the results.

LeBouthillier won his first match against Dan Garagan 4&3 at the 2014 PGA of Canada Championship. The Silver Springs G&CC Professional will face Eric Landreville of Quebec during the second round on June 25th at 9:20AM. Click here to view the full bracket.

Can’t putt? Here’s a tip from PGA of Alberta Professional Brent Chapman of the Edmonton Petroleum Club that will make you a better putter. Click here to read more and watch the video.

The PGA of Alberta will be hosting two qualifiers for the 2014 Shaw Charity Classic. The Pre-Qualifier which is open to Amateurs and Professionals alike, aged 50 years or older, will be taking place at The Hamptons GC on August 21st. Those who qualify for the Event Qualifier will head to Canyon Meadows G&CC on August 26th. The Shaw Charity Classic will be taking place at Canyon Meadows G&CC from August 27th to August 31st. For more information on how to qualify, please click here.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at Strathmore GC on Tuesday, June 24th. Tee times begin at 8:30am. To see the current field and draw, click here.

The draw is now posted for the Caulfeild Pro-Lady South event taking place on Monday, June 23rd at Turner Valley GC. Shotgun start begins at 9:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

PGA of Alberta Professionals Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) and Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) will be heading to the Wyndance GC in Ontario to compete against the 64 player field beginning on June 24th. Belbin and LeBouthillier are seeded 4th and 19th respectively. Click here for the full PGA of Canada Match Play Bracket.

Blake Clayton (Blue Devil GC) shot 1–over 71 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series event held at Woodside GC. Clayton fired 3 birdies on his way to victory. Dale Miners (Cottonwood G&CC) finished a close second with a 72. There was a five way tie for third at 3-over 73. Click here for final results.

Chipping is one of the most misunderstood concepts in golf, says Jake Behiels of Cougar Creek Golf Resort. “Most amateurs want to try to help the ball into the air; they try to scoop the ball,” said Beheils. “They try and lean back to get the ball in the air. But that is exactly the opposite of what you should be doing.” Click here to read the full tip from PGA of Alberta Professional, Jake Behiels

Something definitely happened at the Cardiff G&CC as McGarry fired a 5-under 31 on the back nine to shoot a 69 for a one-stroke win over Windermere’s Troy Golden. McGarry’s back nine was highlighted by four straight birdies on holes 11 through 14 and another birdie on No. 16 after his eagle putt just missed. McGarry also just missed an eagle on No. 13, two-putting from 15 feet for the birdie. Click here to read the full Edmonton Journal Article by Curtis Stock.

In teaching the beginning golfer, having established the proper grip, stance, posture and positioning of the ball, one can proceed with the motion of the swing itself and to convince the student to swing the clubhead, rather than slug or swipe at the ball. Attempt to instil in the student’s mind that the ball is incidental and just happens to get in the way of the swinging club. Click here to read more from Alan Ewen, a Class A Life Member of the PGA of Canada

Craig Gibson (Brooks GC) enjoyed the day at Picture Butte GC on his way to winning his first Golf Supply House Professional Series Event. Gibson shot a blistering round of 4-under 68. Eric Porter (Lethbridge CC) finished second with a 73. Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) and Jae Maegaard (Paradise Canyon Golf Resort) finished tied for third with 2-over par 74. Click here for final results.

Next week will mark the first anniversary of the flood in Southern Alberta, an anniversary that we’d like to forget due to the devastation. Tiffany Gordon, who was in the middle of it all at Cottonwood Golf and Country Club, frequently pointed out during the whole ordeal, golf operations in her area were constantly helping one another out and members rolled up their sleeves to help out. Click here to read the full article by Ian Hutchinson

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Woodside GC on Tuesday, June 17th. Crossover begins at 7:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Picture Butte GC on Monday, June 16th. Tee times begin at 10:00am. Click here for the current field and draw.

According to more than a dozen Edmonton golf professionals asked that question, the answer was overwhelmingly the mid-length bunker shot. Click here to read what club Edmonton Pros recommend for this mid-length strike.

TaylorMade Canada is proud to announce the opening of Canada’s TaylorMade Performance Centers (TMPC), which serves as TaylorMade Canada’s home base for custom fitting across Western Canada. Click here to read more and view the Calgary locations.

Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) won the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event, shooting 3-under 69 at the Cardiff GC. Troy Golden (Windermere G&CC) finished a close second with a 70. Gary Ward continued his hot play finishing third with an even par 72

One player successfully passed the PAT today at the River Spirit GC. Click here for the round two results.

Todd Halpen of the Golf Canada Centre defeated Scott Allred of Elbow Springs GC in a one hole playoff, shooting rounds of 71-72 to win the second Players’ Tour event of 2014 at River Spirit GC. Finishing tied for third was Kent Fukushima and Adam Bruce of Glendale G&CC, both shooting 145 total for the two day event. Click here for full event results.

One of the usual suspects is tied for the lead at the midway point of the PGA of Alberta’s Players Tour stop at River Spirit Golf Club.

New for 2014 there will be 5 PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarships of $1000 each. Two of these scholarships will be awarded to children of PGA of Alberta Members (no golf experience needed) and the other three will be awarded to selected Alberta Juinor boys or girls, 18 years or younger, who meet the specific criteria. For more information on PGA of Alberta scholarships please click here.

Click here for the round one results from the 2014 River Spirit GC PAT. Tee times for round two begin at 9:40am tomorrow, Tuesday June 10th.

Darryl James (National Golf Academy) showed why he is considered one of the best players in the province today shooting a 2-under 70, with 5 birdies, to sit tied for the lead with Adam Bruce (Glendale G&CC). In total 12 players sit within 5 shots of the lead at the Players’ Tour event at the River Spirit GC. Click here for the full results.

The second Playing Ability Test of 2014 will be taking place at River Spirit GC on June 9th and 10th following the Players’ Tour event. Ten players will attempt to pass the PAT with tee-times beginning at 3:10pm on day one and 9:40am on day two. For the complete draw and tee-times click here.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at Cardiff GC on Wednesday, June 11th. Tee times begin at 8:30am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The second of four Players’ Tour events is scheduled to take place on June 9th and 10th at River Spirit GC in Calgary, Alberta. Fourty-six players will be competing for a purse of $11,200 and points towards the year-end Tour Championship. Tee-times for day one are scheduled to begin at 12:30pm. To see the full field and round one draw, click here.

An Economic Impact Study of Golf in Canada conducted by the National Allied Golf Associations (NAGA) and released Tuesday showed that while the number of golfers has remained static, the number of rounds played has dropped significantly. However, based on anecdotal evidence from Edmonton-area golf courses, that doesn’t seem to hold true in Alberta — especially in the capital city. “We’re always busy,” said Mill Woods’ director of golf Darrell McDonald. “As just one example, we’ve got 220 women in our Ladies Club, and there is a waiting list.”

The popular semi-private facility is not only fully back in business, but the cleanup and restoration efforts included brand new greens on the Elbow 9, now home to some of the finest putting surfaces you’ll find anywhere in the Calgary area.

Troy and his partner Barb Flaman of the Windermere G&CC won the team side of the Caulfeild Pro-Lady North today at the Edmonton Petroleum G&CC. Troy and Barb shot a best-ball score of 8-under 64 to defeat the team from Carstairs GC by two strokes. Dale Tomlinson claimed victory in the individual professional side of the event, carding an even par 72 to take home the trophy. Click here for full event results.

On a perfect day for golf, the team from Fox Hollow GC of Greg Griffith and Geoff Fry claimed their first TaylorMade adidas Tournament of Champions title today at the River Bend GC, finishing with a notable 8-under 64 in the best ball format. Teams from Glendale G&CC (Greg McGarry and Tyler Saunders) and Country Hills GC (Brett Burgeson and Jack Wesche) finished in a tie for second with 65’s. Click here for full event results.

“A good golf swing starts with your set-up and your posture,” said Blair Oko, PGA of Canada Head Teaching Professional. Click here to read more.

The juniors showed why they are the best in the province this week. The wolf of Wolf Creek GR, Tyler Saunders, won the boys overall championship shooting a 69-68, resulting in a four-under par 137. Bria Jansen, down a few strokes to Emily Creaser after round one, came from behind to claim the girls overall championship shooting scores of 75-72 with an overall score of 147. Click here to see the overall results for the Junior Masters.

Tyler Saunders leads round 1 of the Junior Masters for the boys with a score of 2-under par 69. Emily Creaser leads the girls with a score of two-over par 73. The field is in hot pursuit led by Andrew Harrison for the boys with a 1-under par 70, and Bria Jansen for the ladies with a score of 75. Action picks back up bright and early tomorrow morning at 7am. Click here to see round one results and round two draw.

The draw is now posted for the PGA of Alberta Pro-Lady North sponsored by Caulfeild Apparel. Play will begin at 8:00am as a shotgun on Wednesday, June 4th at the Edmonton Petroleum G&CC. The 45 team field will be comprised of female and male Professionals, along with amateur female golfers. For more information and to see the full field click here.

The draw is now posted for the PGA of Alberta Tournament of Champions sponsored by TaylorMade adidas Golf Canada. Two person teams consisting of a Club Champion and Head Golf Professional or Executive Golf Professional will play in a best ball format. The event, which is scheduled for Monday, June 2nd will begin at 12:30 as a shotgun and is taking place at River Bend GC. For more tournament details and to see the full field click here.

Dean Spriddle may feel fortunate to have won the PGA of Alberta Instructor Of The Year Award for a record fifth time in 2013 but luck had very little to do with it. Spriddle's dedication to teaching has been acknowledged by his industry peers; in 2000 he earned his first of three consecutive Alberta PGA Teaching Professional of the Year Awards, culminating in the 2002 honour he received as the Canadian PGA Teacher of the Year. Inside Golf was able to catch up with the jet-setting Spriddle in late April – Click here to read the full article.

Golf architect, Jeff Mingay, says the old Derrick Golf Course lacked variety. That is now far from the case as evidenced by nine holes of the new layout, which opened 1-1/2 weeks ago, and the other nine possibly playable as early as this fall. Everything on the course has been touched; everything is essentially new: bunkers, fairways, greens, tee boxes and a complete rerouting of the course. One of the most peculiar aspects of the “old” Derrick was that there were no fairway bunkers. Now there are 75 bunkers.

Click here to learn how to Cure That Nasty Slice.

Cool conditions didn’t stop Gary Ward from shooting a 3-under 68 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at the River Ridge GC. Shaun Piercey (Ranch G&CC) and Craig McArthur (Blackhawk GC) finished tied for second with a 2-under 69. Greg McGarry (Glendale G&CC) finished third with a 1-under 70.

Plenty of media types along with Professional and Olympic Athletes all hit the links at the Innisfail Golf Club on Monday to get to know their Golf Professional.

The Golf Canada Calgary Centre recently reopened their par-3 course and will be hosting a grand re-opening and appreciation event on Friday May 30th from 4-7 p.m. The golfing public is welcome to join the festivities and even tune up their games with a free basket of range balls.

The team of James Chapman (The Golf Den), Chris Caughall, Bruce Legault, Jayme Hall won the Inaugural StayPrime – PGA of Alberta Invitational held at the Innisfail GC. Mitch Walz, David Legg, Pat Jarvis and Dean Moldberg finished second with 98 stableford points. For more results, click here.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at River Ridge GC on Tuesday, May 27th. Tee times begin at 9:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Rounds one and two came to a finish this evening with 16 teams remaining in the Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf. Teams will battle one another during the season to see who the best team is. Today also decided the Consolation winners of Jamie Gerlitz/Chris DiPasquale and Tyler Komick/Joey Sereda, who each shot a score of 65 in the Consolation Pro-Pro best ball match to take home $750 per team. Click here to see the north and south brackets.

Congratulations to David Beardsworth of the Innisfail GC, Jackson Berndt of the Cougar Creek GC, Geoff Carew of the Eagle Rock GC, Cole Hendry of the Heritage Pointe GC, Robert Johnston of the McKenzie Meadows GC, Trent Mayer of the Carnmoney GC, Brenden MacLeod of the Country Hills GC, Tyler Schwarz of the Blue Devil GC, Justin Stoski of the Paradise Canyon GR and Ryan Woodward of the Derrick G&WC, who all passed their Playing Ability Test today at Alberta Springs GC.

Click here for the round one results from the 2014 Alberta Springs GC PAT. Tee times for round two begin at 8:00am tomorrow, Wednesday, May 21st.

The second annual PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf begins tomorrow with 63 teams from the north and south competing against each other to see who the best team in Alberta is. The event is being hosted at the Wolf Creek GR on Wednesday, May 21 with action continuing all season long to determine the winner. Round one will begin with a shotgun start at 10:00am & round two starts at 3:00pm. The draw for round one and two will be done onsite at random. Click here for more information.

The first Playing Ability Test of 2014 will be taking place at Alberta Springs GC on May 20th and 21st. Tee-times will begin at 10:00am for round one and 8:00am for round two. For the complete draw click here.

Mike Belbin of the Royal Mayfair GC shot a 2-under par 142 at the first Players’ Tour event of the season held at Sundre GC. Mike carded a 68 in the second round on his way to victory. Blair Buttar (Glendale G&CC) had a second consecutive second place finish with an even-par 144. Round 1 leader Scott Anderson (River Bend GC) shot three-over par on round 2 to finish the tournament tied for second with Buttar.

The first stop of the 2014 PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour circuit took place at Sundre GC in Sundre, AB today with long-awaited sunshine beaming down. Scott Anderson (River Bend GC) leads the field with a three-under par 69. Blair Buttar (Glendale G&CC) and Murray Walter both sit tied for second with opening rounds of 71. For full round one results and round two draw click here.

Want to hit the ball further? Who doesn’t? Click here to watch Kyle’s golf tip.

With 15 of 18 holes damaged when the Bow River spilled over its banks, McKenzie Meadows was one of a handful of golf courses that remained closed last summer after the devastating floods. “They’re going to find it to be a lot the same,” Scott Orban, Executive Professional, said. “It’s refurbished. We didn’t lose any holes. Nothing happened where we had to change the layout of the golf course.”

Joey Sereda (Academy at Golf Town –Edm. North) won the first Golf Supply House Professional Series event of the season, shooting 4-under 68 at the Coloniale GC. Blair Buttar (Glendale G&GC) finished a close second with a 69. Troy Golden (Windemere G&CC) and Marty Wheaton (Rolling Green Fairways GC) finished two strokes back with a 2-under 70

The draw is now posted for the first PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event of 2014. Founded by Callaway Golf, sponsored by Flightscope, Impact Canopies, Jancor Agencies, and Second Skin, the event is being hosted by Sundre GC on May 14th & 15th. Tee Times will begin at 1:00pm on Wednesday, May 14th and 9:00am on Thursday, May 15th. Click here to see the current field and draw for day one.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Coloniale GC on Monday, May 12th. Tee times begin at 8:40am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

Once under water, then under repair, there are several golf courses across Southern Alberta that are anxious to showcase their ‘renewed’ facilities this season. The bad news is both courses at Kananaskis Country — a government-owned facility in what legendary course architect Robert Trent Jones Sr. once referred to as “the best natural setting I’ve ever been given to work with” — will remain closed this summer. The future of the 36-hole hangout is uncertain.

Inglewood Golf Club was briefly under the Bow during the historic floods last June, but the 18-hole hangout is back in business and, eventually, should be more beautiful than ever. After 10 months of cleanup and restoration efforts, the semi-private setup situated between the river and Deerfoot Tr. welcomed golfers last week. “A lot of people are really happy to see the new facilities,” said Jeff MacGregor, the head pro at Inglewood. “There are some areas that need some work, but it’s great to have 18 holes open after the entire golf course was under water and a lot of areas were covered in silt.”

Ronald Bruce MacLeod, retired Head Professional at Jasper Park Lodge GC passed away on April 25th, 2014. Ron was the Head Professional at Jasper for 42 years before retiring in 1993. Ron was a great player, capturing many titles in B.C. and Alberta as well as high finishes in National events. He also held the course record at Jasper of 62 until Alan Carter shot 61. Ron was a role model for many Golf Professionals, a great player, well-spoken, well dressed and was consistently invited on many golf outings as the star player. For Ronald’s full obituary please click here.

Both the Carstairs GC and Calgary Elks Lodge & GC Golf Supply House Professional Series events have been postponed to later dates. Due to an unseasonably cold and snowy spring, the events (initially scheduled for May 5th and May 8th respectively) have been moved to September and July. Click here for the revised tournament schedule.

The second annual PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship sponsored by Adams Golf will see a full 64-team field for its second year in a row. Teams from the north and south will take on a season long battle beginning May 21st to see who the best team in Alberta is.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted at the Carstairs GC on Monday, May 5th. Tee times begin at 9:00am. Click here to see the current field and draw.

The PGA on Wheels will be heading to River Bend Golf & Recreation Area Saturday, May 10th in support of the Only Women's Fitness Fun Run. The first PGA of Alberta community event for the year will take place between 9:00am and 1:00pm. Please call 403-256-8894 to learn how you can volunteer.

Riley Warren St. Peter, of Fort McMurray passed away peacefully surrounded by his immediate family - the ones he laughed with, lived for, and loved on April 22, 2014. Riley was born in Fort McMurray on September 25, 1983 where he lived his entire life. He attended Father Mercredi High School, later earning a Business Diploma in Professional Golf Management from Grant MacEwan College. Riley was a Class A Member of the PGA of Alberta.

The PGA of Alberta in partnership with StayPrime will be hosting a one day tournament in an effort to showcase the Association, its members and their facilities to media representatives from across the province. The event is scheduled to take place at Innisfail GC on May 26th. For more details or to register please click here.

Congratulations to PGA of Alberta Professionals Ted Webster (Golf Canada Centre) and Greg Kincade & his team at the Edmonton Country Club on being named 2013 PING Club Fitters of the Year in Canada. These Professionals have been recognized as authorized PING fitters who demonstrate the highest commitment to custom fitting and the promotion of its benefits to golfers of all abilities.

Congratulations to the following Members for reaching the 25-year milestone as a Class "A" Member of the PGA of Canada: David Adam, Gordon Brayton, Jeff Cooper, Robert Forshner, Brent Grosart, Brian Huculak, Alan Killian, Tommy Lee and Robert Martens.

Congratulations to Clayton Robb for reaching the 50-year milestone as a Class “A” Member of the PGA of Canada.

Registration for the 2014 tournament season will begin on Monday, March 3rd at 12:00pm MST. To have a look at this season’s tournament schedule click here.

Henry B. DeLozier is a Principal in Global Golf Advisors, the international specialist providing consulting services to the investment banking, real estate development and golf asset ownership and operations business segments. Recognized across the globe for his thought leadership in golf-related businesses, he is called one of the “Most Influential People in Golf ” since 1999 by the Crittenden publications. Mr. DeLozier serves on the Employers Advisory Council for the Professional Golfers Association of America (PGA). He is a Past President of the Board of Directors for the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) in America. Henry’s presentation is sure to inspire leadership within your own team and the golf industry!

What do you get when you combine a top 100 teacher, a doctor who has worked with Olympians and a Professor of Kinesiology? The most dynamic presentation to hit the Spring Seminar stage in years! Chris, Sasho and Young-Hoo will combine their years of research in what is sure to be an informative and eye-opening discussion on the Biomechanics of human mobility and the golf swing.

An award-winning Hall of Fame speaker, Michael’s presentations have taken him from Iran to Honolulu, while his clients have included the Canadian Military, IBM and General Electric. Michael’s ideas on building a great workplace culture have been featured in Forbes Magazine, Fast Company and The Wall Street Journal. A happy employee is a productive employee, and Michael will help you re-discover fun at the workplace. His engaging presentation will teach you how to inspire, communicate effectively, boost morale and improve employee retention, all while having fun at work!

The 2014 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows are coming up this March and are a great way for you to promote your facility to the public. The Edmonton Show will be taking place March 8 & 9th at the Edmonton Expo Centre and the Calgary Show will be taking place March 22 & 23rd at the BMO Centre. Click here for the 2014 registration form.

The Education Committee is proud to bring you the 2014 instalment of the Professional Development Series. The three remaining workshops will be taking place in late January and early February around the province. Do you want to expand your knowledge of BUDGETING? FOOD & BEVERAGE? Or maybe focus on CAREER PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT? If you answered yes, click here to find out more about these exciting educational opportunities.

Sheryle Rowland, Head Professional at the Silver Springs G&CC, wins the Murray Tucker Golf Professional of the Year Award. Sheryle will be honoured next month at the Association's Canada Night celebrations in Orlando, Fla.

The deadline for option one pricing for the 2014 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows is Monday, December 2nd. Get your registration form in today to take advantage of this price break and promote your club! Edmonton Golf Show will be taking place on March 8th & 9th and the Calgary Show be will taking place on March 22nd & 23rd.

Adam Chamberlain Tops at Titleist & FootJoy PGA Club Professional Championship of Canada. The PGA of Alberta's own Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) finished tied for 7th after the three day event. Click here to view the final results.

Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC), Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC), Darryl James (National Golf Academy), Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC), Marty Wheaton (Rolling Green Fairways GC) and Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) all make the cut at CPC in Florida. Click here for live scoring.

Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) is tied for third after shooting a round one score of 69 (3-under) at the 2013 PGA of Canada Club Professional Championship. Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) shot a 1-under 71 to sit tied for eleventh.

The final PGA of Canada national championship of 2013 features one of the deepest fields in the championship's 39-year history. Highlighted by nine past champions and 40 of the top 100 players from the PGA of Canada Player Rankings presented by RBC, the championship promises to be a thrilling affair from start to finish.

Congratulations to Mark Bicknell (Silver Springs G&CC), Eric Chute (The Ranch GC), Kim Valleau (Calgary Elks Lodge & GC), & Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC) for being awarded this years' PGA of Alberta Bursaries.

The 2013 PGA of Alberta awards banquet took place Wednesday, October 23rd at the Edmonton Expo Centre. Congratulations to all of the winners!

The top nominees for Club Professional, Assistant Professional, Teacher, Junior Leader, Merchandiser and Sales Representative of the Year have been announced. The winners will be announced at the Awards Banquet on October 23rd at the Edmonton Expo Centre. Click here for this year's finalists.

On Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 Jim Williams of Calgary, AB passed away at the age of 60. Aside from his loving children Kristin, Jesse and Griffin, Jim is survived by his "Queen" Joan Friedel and his first wife Janice Williams. Jim also leaves behind his mother Helen Williams, his sister Trish Gurr (Glen), his grandchildren Violet and Leif and numerous nieces and nephews. Jim was predeceased by his father Robert (Bob) Williams and his sister Karen Millwater. There will be no funeral service held at this time. A private celebration of life will be held at a later date. For information please contact Jesse at: apartyforJimmy@live.com.

Greg McGarry & Blair Buttar (Glendale G&CC) shot a two day - 54 hole total of 17-under at the Innisfail GC to win the final tournament of the season. Finishing in second place at 15-under 201 were Scott Allred and Andrew Balchin (Elbow Springs GC).

After a beautiful day at the Innisfail GC the Elbow Springs GC and the Glendale G&CC both shot a 10-under 98 after round one at the 2013 Pro Assistant to be tied for the lead. Lynx Ridge GC is currently 3 back after shooting 101.

The PGA of Alberta Office is pleased to announce that Steve Downs will be staying with the office team on a year round basis beginning October 1st. Steve's role will be Manager, Tournaments and Sponsorship.

The 2013 PGA of Alberta Pro-Assistant sponsored by Callaway Golf will be taking place Monday, September 23rd and Tuesday, September 24th at the Innisfail GC. The tournament will start both days at 10:00am. Click here to view the pairings.

Darryl James (National Golf Academy@ Shaganappi ) and Jamie Kureluk (Golf Tec Calgary) birdie the 2nd playoff hole to win the first annual Trimark Sportswear Team Match Play held at the Red Deer G&CC. Finishing in second place were Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) and Jeff Cuthbertson (PGA of Alberta Member).

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to present four (4) bursaries of $750.00 each year to deserving Apprentices/Candidates for Membership and Assistants who meet or exceed the bursary criteria. All Apprentices/Candidates for Membership and Assistants are eligible and encouraged to apply. Click here for more information.

It is with great pride and excitement that I announce to you that we have come to an agreement and signed a new Executive Director to a contract, his name is Robert Rousselle.

Dale Tomlinson (Carstairs GC) and Phil McCluskey (Akokiniskway GC) shot ten-under par 62 to edge out the competition at the 2013 PGA of Alberta Pro-Pro Best ball. The G&G sponsored event was host to 47 Professional teams at Broadmoor GC. Two teams shared second place with scores of nine-under par 63. For full results click here.

94 PGA of Alberta Professionals will be teeing it up in teams of two at Broadmoor GC on Monday, September 16th for a purse of $15,500. The G&G sponsored event will take place as a 10:00am shotgun. For event details and the full draw click here.

After posting a second day total of 6-under 66 Halpen found himself tied for the lead heading into the final round. “I really haven’t hit my driver much this year but I’m hitting it everywhere here and it’s a big advantage for me when I can find the fairway,” said Halpen

Scott Allred's steady play over two days earned him the 2013 PGA of Alberta Senior Crown. Bill Penny won the Super Senior Division while Don Price and Ray Meria shared Diamond Division honours.

Scott Allred and Darryl James both shot even par 71 at the Camrose GC to share the first round lead at the PGA of Alberta Senior Championship sponsored by Golf Vacations Ireland. Host Professional Bill Penny sits 3 shots back and leads the Super Senior Division while Don Price (77) leads the Diamond Division

Head Professional Kevin Broderson and Tom McKinlay Jr. from the Lacombe G&CC shot a 11-under 61 to win by two shots over Richard Stringer and Jimmy Cowan from the Earl Grey GC. Finishing in third place, with an 8-under 64, were Dale Tomlinson and Matt McWhirter from the Carstairs GC.

The 2013 TaylorMade Adidas Tournament of Champions will take place on Monday, September 9th at Carnmoney G&CC. 47 two-person teams comprised of Head Professionals and Club Champions will compete for a $15,900 purse. Click here for full details and draw.

The 2013 Golf Vacations Ireland Senior Championship will be taking place on Tuesday, September 10th and Wednesday, September 11th at the Camrose GC. Tee times will begin at 10:00am on day one and 8:30am on day two. Click here to view the draw.

Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC) matches his round one score of 64 to finish the 2013 Tour Championship with an impressive 128 - 16 under par. Coming in behind Tyler was Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) who shot 66-69-135. Click here for the full results of the 2013 Fletcher Tour Championship.

Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs GC) opened the 2013 Fletcher PGA of Alberta Tour Championship with an impressive eight-under par 64. Todd Halpen sits in second with a six-under par 66 and Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) came in with 69 to finish round one in third. For full results from round one and to see the draw for day two click here.

The top Players’ Tour and the top Overall money winners will face off Tuesday, September 3 and Wednesday, September 4th at the Canal at Delacour for the 2013 Tour Championship sponsored by Fletcher. Tee times will begin at 1:00pm on day one and 7:30am on day two. Click here to view the draw.

Congratulations to James Edwards (Sirocco GC), Colby Fox (Lakeside GC), Joel Hasselman (Priddis Greens G&CC), Ethan Lefler (D’Arcy Ranch GC), Jennifer MacKinnon (Heritage Pointe GC) and Jordan Murphy (Cardiff G&CC) for passing their Playing Ability Test today at the Alberta Springs GR.

The following players were successful at the Champions Tour event qualifier held at Canyon Meadows G&CC on August 27th: JK Kim (-6), Tom Byrum (-4), Jim Carter (-4), David Rummells (-3) & Barry Lane (-2). These players will play for a purse of $2,000,000 beginning August 30th at Canyon Meadows G&CC. Scott Allred finished with a 1-under 70, while Darryl James shot a 74.

Click here to view the round one results and round two tee times for the final Alberta P.A.T. of 2013 taking place at the Alberta Springs GR.

Canyon Meadows G&CC will be hosting 24 golfers on August 27th to see who can qualify for the Champions Tour event being hosted at the same club later that week. Tee-times for the event qualifier begin at 7:15am. Click here to see the full field and draw by tee-times.

The following players were successful at the Champions Tour Pre Qualifying Stage held at the Camrose GC on August 22: Darryl James (exempt), Scott Allred 67, Bob Niger 68, JK Kim 69, Ted Bach 72, Jim Karr 73* (*3rd playoff hole). These players will move to the event qualifier to be held Tuesday August 27th at the Canyon Meadows G&CC.

Brett Burgeson (Country Hills GC) shot an impressive 5-under 67 today (137) to win the 2013 PGA of Alberta Club Car – Titleist FootJoy Championship today at the RiverBend GC. Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) & Tim Sawatzky (Lynx Ridge GC) all finished one shot back at 6-under 138.

The draw for rounds one and two of the Playing Ability Test being hosted by the Alberta Springs GC is now posted. Tee times will begin at 10:00am on Monday, August 26th and 8:00am on Tuesday, August 27th. Click here to view.

Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) shot a 7-under par 65 to take the lead in day one of the 2013 Club Car – Titleist FootJoy PGA of Alberta Championship. Tied for second place are Darryl James (National Golf Academy at Shaganappi) and Tim Sawatzky (Lynx Ridge GC) who both shot 6-under par 66. 26 players of the 100 person field shot under par. For first round scores and second round pairings click here.

The PGA on Wheels and River Bend GC present a Carnival at the Bend on August 18 from 9:30-12:30 in Red Deer. We hope to see you there!

The Association's most prestigious event will be taking place at River Bend GC on August 19th and 20th. Tee-times will begin at 7:30 both days. Click here to view the draw for round one.

The PGA on Wheels is heading to the River Bend GC on Sunday, August 18th from 9:30-12:30. This community carnival day is a great opportunity to promote the game of golf and kick start the PGA of Alberta Championship. We are looking for VOLUNTEERS to help out with lessons, putting, and SNAG golf – if you are available please contact the office!

Congratulations to Mike Johnston (Jasper Park Lodge GC) and Adam Lewis (Banff Springs GC) who passed their playing ability test today at Devon GC.

Chris Pacholok from the Royal Mayfair GC shot even par 70 at the Devon GC to claim 1st place at the final Golf Supply House Professional Series event of the season. Stony Plain's Chris Toth finished one stroke back. Three others were tied at 73.

After 4 months of matches, the north team of Mike Belbin and Jeff Cuthbertson will duke it out with the south team of Darryl James and Jamie Kureluk to see who will be the 2013 Team Match Play Champions. The final match will take place on September 19th at the Red Deer G&CC.

Scott Allred posted one of his best results this year alongside Jim Rutledge and Rod Spittle at the PGA of Canada Senior Championship.

Blistering scores of 62 (Gross) and 60 (Net) at the Stony Plain GC by some of the province's best junior golfers highlighted action at the 2013 Callaway Golf Pro Junior held in Stony Plain. Drayton Valley professional Weston Gillett's 66 was good enough to claim the professional title.

Congratulations to Erin Martens (Windermere G&CC) and Kattereya Kennedy (Highwood G&CC) for being selected as this year's recipients of the 2013 PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarships. Each girl will receive a $1,500 scholarship towards their 2013 academics.

Professionals and amateurs 50 and older are eligible to enter the pre-qualifier event being held at Camrose GC August 22nd. Entries must be submitted by Thursday, August 15th – 5:00pm MST for your chance to compete on an International stage.

Congratulations to Ben McKendrick (Banff Springs GC) who passed his Playing Ability Test today at the Pine Hills GC.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) followed a first round 68 with a 69 to finish at 7- under 137 and win the Cobra Puma Golf Assistants Championship held at Pine Hills GC by 3 shots over playing partner Garrett Jenkinson (Riverside Golf Academy). Tom Flockhart (Jasper Park Lodge GC) fell off the lead early but shot a respectable even par 144 to finish tied for third with Tyler LeBouthillier.

The Stony Plain GC plays host to the Callaway Golf Pro-Junior North on Tuesday, August 13th. Click here to view the draw.

The Devon GC will host the final Golf Supply House Professional Series of the season on Wednesday, August 14th. Click here to view the draw.

Round 2 for the Raven Crest GC/Devon GC PLAYING ABILITY TEST is now posted. Tee times begin at 2:00PM on Wednesday, August 14th, 2013 at the Devon Golf Club.

Click here to view the round one results and round two tee times for the Playing Ability Test being held at the Pine Hills GC.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) shot a 4-under 68 today to be leading the 2013 Assistants’ Championship by one stroke over Garett Jenkinson (Riverside GA). Tom Flockhart (Jasper Park Lodge GC), Brack Little (Glendale G&CC), David MacComb (Blackhawk GC) and Wade Waters (Northern Bear GC) all shot 1-under 71 and sit 3 back. Click here for the full results.

The front nine at Inglewood re-opens to the public today. Although there is still some evidence of the flood damage, Executive Professional Jason Stanier reported the tees and greens are in good condition, thanks in large part to countless hours of hard work by staff, members and volunteers. The cost for a nine-hole lap is $30 and the back nine at Inglewood will likely re-open in late August or early September.

Click here to watch PGA of Alberta Professional Jeff Tell demostrate how to hit a flop shot.

The stage is set for the Shaw Charity Classic and Seven Players will join Fred Couples, Mark O'Meara and 73 Champions Tour Players at Canyon Meadows G&CC this fall. The PGA of Alberta recently announced that The Hamptons GC will host the Event Qualifier on August 27th.

The 2013 PGA of Alberta Assistants’ Championship will be taking place on Wednesday, August 7th & Thursday, August 8th at the Pine Hills GC. Tee times will begin at 7:00am both days. Click here to view the draw.

Both the round one and two draws are now posted for the Playing Ability Test being held at the Pine Hills GC on Wednesday, August 7th & Thursday, August 8th. Click here to view.

With a tight leaderboard heading into the final round, the battle continued for the better part of the day between Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC), defending champion Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC), and past champion Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC). In the end Allred couldn’t be stopped taking home his 4th PING Canada Club Professional Championship title, the second in two years.

Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) shot a two-under par 70 in round one of the Club Pro Championship at Priddis Greens G&CC to take the lead. Tied for second at one-under par are Scott Allred (Elbow Springs GC), Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) and Joel Monk (Heatherglen GC).

If you are a male over the age of 50 and think you have the game to tee it up next to the game’s best, then the PGA of Alberta is giving you a chance to put your money where your mouth is. They will be holding a qualifying event for golfers, both professional and amateur, in order to play in the inaugural Shaw Charity Classic Champions Tour event set for Canyon Meadows Golf and Country Club Aug. 28 to Sept. 1.

Click here to watch PGA of Alberta Member Jeff Cuthbertson discussing left-to-right putts for right-handed golfers and the right-to-left putts for left-handed golfers.

The 2013 PGA of Alberta Club Professional Championship sponsored by PING Canada will be taking place Monday, July 29th and Tuesday, July 30th at the Priddis Greens G&CC. Tee times will begin at 12:30am on Monday and 7:30am on Tuesday. Click here to view the draw.

Jordan Krulicki (BelvedereG&CC) wins his first event at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at the Ponoka Community GC. Jordon had a six hole stretch of five birdies and an eagle on his way to shooting a 3-under 69. Finishing second was Craig Willis (Pioneer Meadows GC) shooting a 1-under 71 with Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC)a close third at 72.

Curtis Stock of the Edmonton Journal reports on Calgary’s Darryl James’ sterling play this year and how he’s working towards his goal of being named the 2013 PGA of Alberta Player of the Year at age 52.

The brand-new Li’l Devil short course at the Blue Devil GC is “for golfers, or even non-golfers, who are maybe a little intimidated by the big course,” explained Executive Professional Slade King. “It’s a perfect place to learn in a casual environment. It’s a great place for the social side of the game. For families. For kids. For beginners. The ladies seem to be loving it already. We have a lot of seniors, playing on their own and also taking out their grandkids. Click here to read the full story.

Bruce Hardy of the Mill Woods Golf Club describes 10 things which you want to do or know about when chipping. Click here to watch the video.

The weather cooperated on day 2 of the Dexim Golfwear Ladies Championship held at Country Hills GC. Jacklynn Miller (Bearspaw CC) who shot 74 on day 1, fired a 76 today for a 2 day total of 150 to win her first PGA of Alberta Ladies Championship. Shooting 157 over the 2 days and finishing in second place was Jillian Wyne (Willow Park G&CC). Rounding out the top three was Elizabeth Goldsmith (Country Hills GC) who shot a two day total of 159.

The lightening didn’t stop Jacklynn Miller (Bearspaw CC) from firing a 2-over 74 on the Talons course at Country Hills GC in the PGA of Alberta Ladies Championship sponsored by Dexim Golfwear. Not far behind, sitting in second place is Jillian Wyne (Willow Park G&CC) who shot 75. Sitting in third place and shooting a 77 is Marsha Rogers (The Derrick G&WC).

Darryl James and Jamie Kureluk defeated Jeff MacGregor and Jason Stanier 1-up, advancing them to the semi-finals of the PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Championship. Only eight players remain in the championship with the semi-finals set to finish by August 21st.

The draw for the PGA of Alberta Ladies Championship, sponsored by Dexim Golfwear has been posted. Round one of two at Country Hills GC begins at 3:06pm on Monday, July 22nd.

The draw for the 11th Golf Supply House Professional Series event at Ponoka GC is now posted. The first tee-time for the one-day event on Wednesday, July 24th is 8:00am.

The top 30 money winners from the 2013 Players' Tour events has been released. These top 30 will compete with the top 20 overall money winners (to be released August 21st) at the 2013 Tour Championship in September at the Canal at Delacour.

A solid net 65 in the Caulfeild Apparel Pro-Lady North gave the Royal Mayfair GC the win today at the Sturgeon Valley G&CC. Finishing tied for second were Brent Chapman & Betty Adams (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) and Rob MacPherson & Brenda MacPherson (Ponoka GC). Mike Belbin’s (Royal Mayfair GC) round of 4-under 68 was good for the individual pro win.

Click here to view the results from the first round at the Raven Crest GC. The second round will be held at the Devon GC on August 14th.

Mark Bicknell (Silver Springs G&CC), Darryl James (National GA), Garett Jenkinson (Riverside GA), and Jamie Kureluk (GolfTEC Calgary) all fired rounds of 4-under 68 forcing a four-way playoff. In the end it was James who came out on top, ending the playoff on the first hole with a birdie.

The first round of the P.A.T. at Raven Crest GC has been cancelled. Round one will now be played tomorrow, July 16th at the Raven Crest GC and round two will be played at the Devon GC on Wednesday, August 14th. Please contact the PGA of Alberta office if you have any questions. 403.256.8894

Due to the mass amount of rain that has fallen in and around the Edmonton area, R1 has been cancelled for the Players’ Tour event due to the course being unplayable. This event will now be 18-holes. Click here for the draw.

The draw is now posted for the 2013 Caulfeild Pro Lady North being hosted by the Sturgeon Valley GC. This event will start with an 9:00am shotgun on Wednesday, July 17th.

The fourth Alberta Playing Ability Test of 2013 will be taking place on July 15 & 16th at the Raven Crest GC. Click here to view the draw for day one and day two.

The final Players' Tour event of 2013 will be taking place on Monday, July 15th and Tuesday, July 16th at the Raven Crest GC. Tee times will begin at 12:00pm. Click here to view the draw.

Team members, Lyndon King and Patrick Murphy of the Collicutt Siding GC and Dan McIntosh and Joel Douglas of the Highwood G&CC come out victorious at the 2013 Pro Junior South winning the Gross and Net divisions respectively. Darryl James (National Golf Academy @ Shaganappi) beat out Ron Laugher (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) in a five hole playoff to win the individual professional side.

Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) beat out Dallas Cantera (Edmonton CC) and Greg McGarry in a 1-hole playoff today after shooting a 1-under 70 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series at the The Ranch GC. Chris Toth (Stony Plain GC) and Cameron Fawns (Country Hills GC) came tied for 4th after shooting a 1-over par of 72.

Just ten days remain until the July 19th PGA of Alberta Junior Scholarship Deadline. Two scholarships of $1,500 will be handed out once again this year to aspiring junior golfers, please make sure any eligible applicants submit their forms in time.

Ron Laugher (Priddis Greens G&CC) and Garett Jenkinson (Riverside Golf Academy) both shot one-under par, 71 to finish as co-winners. Due to inclement weather the two agreed to forego a playoff and decided to split first-place. Tied for third with 72 were Mark Corrigan (Pinebrook G&CC) and Joel Monk (Heather Glen GC).

“Twelve years in the waiting,” Whitecotton said after he outlasted the Royal Mayfair’s Mike Belbin on the third playoff hole at Wetaskiwin’s Montgomery Glen. Both former Canadian Tour players, Whitecotton and Belbin both finished the two-day event deadlocked at 6-under par after Whitecotton drained a 30-footer on the last hole of regulation to get into the playoff.

The 2013 Callaway Golf Pro Junior South is being hosted by the Banff Springs GC on Wednesday, July 10th. Click here to view the draw.

Click here to view the draw for the tenth Golf Supply House Professional Series event of 2013 being hosted by the Ranch G&CC. Tee times begin at 7:30am on Tuesday, July 9th.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Elbow Springs GC. Tee times begin with a 7:20am crossover on Monday, July 8th.

Congratulations to Chris Acorn (Edson GC), Scott Ellen (Lacombe G&CC), Jason McKinlay (Lacombe G&CC), Kyle Miller (Carnmoney G&CC) and Shawn Proulx (River Ridge GC) for passing their Playing Ability Test today at the Montgomery Glen GC.

36 holes weren’t enough to decide a winner for Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) and Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC). The two players finished the tournament with six-under par totals of 138. After three-holes of sudden death golf, Keith Whitecotton finally edged out Mike Belbin to take home first place. Scott Anderson tied the course record with a 6- under par 66 to finish solo third at 5-under.

With the recent floods causing significant damage to golf courses in southern Alberta, the PGA of Alberta is seeking to help as many Members as possible by offering assistance in securing employment for the remainder of the season through connections with other local golf courses.

Click here to view the round one results from the Montgomery Glen GC playing ability test.

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) and Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) are tied for the lead at four under with first rounds of 68 at the Players Tour event held at the Montgomery Glen GC. Darryl James (National Golf Acadamy) sits in third with a first round 70 and David MacComb (Blackhawk Golf Club) in fourth with a one-under 71.

“Everybody just wants a fair test. They don’t want it to be overly difficult. They just want to have fun,” said Tim Sawatzky, the GM and Executive Professional at the Lynx Ridge GC “It’s just an absolute joy to play. It’s not overly long, not overly difficult. And it’s in great shape. The best I’ve seen it, almost, in my four years here.”

David MacComb of the Blackhawk Golf Club on how to execute a knockdown shot.

Due to the flooding that has occured in and around the Calgary area, the Golf Supply House Professional Series event at Valley Ridge GC on July 8th has been moved to the Elbow Springs GC.

The draw is now posted for the PGA of Alberta Players' Tour event being hosted by the Montgomery Glen Golf Club. Tee times will begin at 12:00pm on Tuesday July 2, 2013.

The draw for round one and round two of Playing Ability Test at the Montgomery Glen GC has been posted. Tee times begin at 2:40PM on Tuesday, July 2 and 9:40AM on Wednesday, July 3.

On Monday July 1st, the PGA on Wheels Community Cruiser will be at Tomlinson Park in Edmonton celebrating Canada Day and promoting the role Golf Professionals play in our communities. Join us from 11am to 3pm...

Dale Tomlinson and Bob Dunn from the Carstairs GC won the 2013 Golf Trends Pro Senior shooting a net 64 while Kevin Broderson from Lacombe won the individual professional event.

Click here for an update on current course closures around Southern Alberta

PGA of Alberta Professional Michael Paulson of GolfTec demonstrates how to execute a hybrid shot.

Jacklynn Miller (Bearspaw CC) shot a 1- under 70 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at Lakeside GC by 1 shot over playing partner Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC). Sam Hart (Hamptons GC) and Joel Monk (Heatherglen GC) finished third with 72.

On Friday, June 21st, Windermere G&CC’s Head Professional Matt Johnson and Teaching Professional Cam Martens will make the best of the summer solstice by holding their 3rd Annual Longest Day of Golf charity fundraiser. Playing from sun up until sun down the pair hope to raise more than $12,000 for KidSport.

The 2013 Golf Trends Pro Senior has been moved to the Sundre GC due to the flooding that the Highwood G&CC has endured. Lunch will begin at 10:00am followed by a 12:00pm shotgun start on Tuesday, June 25th. Click here to view the draw.

The Draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series being hosted by the Lakeside GC on Monday, June 24th. Tee Times will begin at 9:00am.

Round three of the Team Match Play is now complete. Click here to view the round 4 matches and deadlines.

Jamie Gerlitz (Picture Butte GC) shot a course record 7-under 65 at the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at the Olds Central Highlands GC. Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) finished second shooting a 3-under 69. Finishing third with 2-under 70 was Tyler LeBouthillier (Silver Springs G&CC).

After firing a team net 63 in the Caufeild Apparel Pro Lady South, Tim Sawatzky and Shelley McMurray finished atop the leaderboard at the 48 team event while Scott Allred's round of 69 held up to win the individual professional side.

Burgeson is among the most competitive club pros in the county and he wants to stick around for the weekend at the ATB Financial Classic, but his goals don't end there. “I think the pressure on me is to represent my club and my association and represent them in a good way that I can truly say I made them proud,” Burgeson said. “That doesn't mean that I'm going to break the course record. That means that I'm going to be a competitor. I'm going to try my best. I'm going to be level-headed. I'm going to be a good guy to play with for my fellow competitors. I'm going to be good with our volunteers. I'm going to have a smile on my face no matter what happens.

Marty Winch, Head Professional at the Mill Woods GC, demonstrates how to get out of a bunker.

The Champions Tour is coming to Calgary this August and the PGA of Alberta is pleased to partner with the Shaw Charity Classic in presenting the Qualifying Rounds. Register today for your chance to compete against the world's best players aged 50 and over this summer.

The draw is posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Olds Central Highlands GC on Wednesday, June 19th. Tee times begin at 8:00am.

The draw is now posted for the Caulfeild Pro Lady South event taking place on Tuesday, June 18th at the Silver Springs G&CC at 10:00am.

Shawn Croden (Sherwood G&CC) shot a 1- over 72 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at Drayton Valley GC by 2 shots over local pro Weston Gillett (Drayton Valley GC) and Darren Aucoin (WindermereG&CC) .

Congratulations to Bryce Dancer (Fox Hollow GC), Gareth Clay (Cottonwood G&CC), Drew Horn (Northern Bear GC), Bryant Lung (Kananaskis Country GC), Rachel Whyte (Fort McMurray GC) and Josh Whitty (Strathmore GC) on passing their Playing Ability Test today at the Inglewood G&CC.

Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) shots -10 to win by 8 over Brack Little (Glendale G&CC) and Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum Club).

Click here to view the round one results and round two tee times for the Playing Ability Tests at the Inglewood G&CC.

Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) shot a 7-under 64 today at the second Players' Tour Event of 2013 at the Inglewood G&CC to be the leader heading into the second round. Chris Toth (Stony Plain GC) and Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC) shot a 2-under 69 to come sit tied for second and Murray Walter shot a 1-under 70 to finish alone in 4th. The final round will be tomorrow with tee times starting at 7:00am.

Join us this Sunday 12-3pm at Promenade Place in McKenzie Towne as the PGA on Wheels makes a stop to promote the game and introduce Golf Professionals to our communities

Brack Little of The Glendale G&CC demonstrates how to make a chip shot from a bare lie near the green.

The draw for rounds one and two at the P.A.T. at Inglewood has been posted. Tee times will begin at 3:40pm on Monday, June 10th and 10:10am on Tuesday, June 11th.

Click here to view the draw for the sixth Professional Series event of 2013 being held at the Drayton Valley GC. Tee times will begin at 8:00am on Wednesday, June 12th.

The draw is now posted for the Players' Tour event being hosted by the Inglewood G&CC. Tee times will begin at 12:30pm on Monday June 10, 2013.

How firm or soft should you hold a golf club in your hands? Gary Christenson, Head Professional at the Stony Plain GC, discusses grip with Curtis Stock of the Edmonton Journal.

The Tournament of Champions has been rescheduled for Monday, September 9th at 2:00pm at the Carnmoney G&CC.

Due to the significant amount of rain we have had over the past few days, the Tournament of Champions scheduled to be played today at the Carnmoney G&CC has been postponed. The event will be re-scheduled to be played on September 9th, 2013.

The PGA on Wheels Program is the PGA of Alberta's newest community initiative program designed to promote the Association at local events throughout the province and enhance the relationships our Members enjoy with residents in the communities in which they live and serve. The first event was launched on June 1st at the Diamond Valley Parade Days where the new Community Cruiser was unveiled!

Sabrine Garrison (Country Hills GC) followed up her 66 yesterday with a 73 today at Wolf Creek GR to win the girls division at the 2013 Junior Masters. Matt Codd (Red Deer G&CC) shot a round two score of 67 and to come from behind to win the 2013 Boys division. Click here to view the full results.

Patrick Murphy (Glencoe G&CC) shot a 4-under 67 and Sabrine Garrison (Country Hills GC) shot a 5-under 66 at the Wolf Creek GR to lead the 2013 PGA of Alberta Sundog Junior Masters. Click here to view the round one results and the round two tee times.

The draw is now posted for the 2013 Tournament of Champions. This event will be taking place at the Carnmoney GC on Monday, June 3rd at 1:00pm.

Professional Adam Werbicki describes how the PGA of Alberta and its Members are striving to bring more kids on-stream with the game of a lifetime, by giving them access to opportunities anywhere and everywhere. Click here to read more and be sure to look for the PGA of Alberta Community Cruiser rolling through your neighbourhood this summer.

The renovation of the sixth hole was completed just in time for the Victoria Day long weekend, and the early reviews have been positive. Head Professional Cam Heise has always been proud of the product, but he’s convinced Springbank Links is now looking — and playing — better than ever.

Eric Chute of The Ranch GC describes how to hit a draw. Click here to watch.

“You’d have to say that he’s the best player in Alberta; maybe the country,” said Brett Burgeson, head pro at Calgary’s Country Hills and easily one of the other best players in Alberta, along with the likes of Glendale’s Blair Buttar and Calgary’s Darryl James and Jamie Kureluk. Click here to read the full article by Curtis Stock of the Edmonton Journal.

The PGA of Alberta has made a schedule change to the Senior Championship to September 10 and 11, 2013 to accommodate the Champions Tour Qualifying Events to be held August 22 and 27. More information on Champions Tour Qualifiers to be made available on June 10.

Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) shot a 4-under 67 to win the Golf Supply House Professional Series Event held at Lynx Ridge GC by 1 shot over local pro Tim Sawatzky (Lynx Ridge GC). Ryan Tafani (River Spirit GC) and Gord Courage (CC of the Hamptons) finished third shooting 1-under 70.

Perfect conditions in Lacombe contributed to local pro Kevin Broderson (Lacombe G&CC) shooting a 4-under 67 to win the fourth Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2013 by 1 shot over Keith Whitecotton (Edmonton Petroleum G&CC). Finishing third was Todd Halpen (Golf Canada Centre) with a 2-under par 69.

The 23rd annual PGA of Alberta Junior Masters will be taking place on Thursday, May 30 and Friday, May 31 at the Wolf Creek GR. The top 40 junior boys and top 18 junior girls in Alberta from the 2012 season will be competing in this invitational. Click here to view the draw.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Lynx Ridge GC on Tuesday, May 28th. Crossover starts at 7:30am.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Lacombe G&CC on Monday, May 27th. Crossover starts at 8:30am.

Congratulations to Darren Armstrong (Coloniale GC), Riley Boothby (Links of GlenEagles), Taylor Irvin (Valley Ridge GC), Jordan Krulicki (Belvedere G&CC), Dan Reed (Lewis Estates G&CC), and Joey Sereda (Golf Town North Edm.) for passing their Playing Ability Test today at the Alberta Springs GC.

Randy Robb (Edge Golf School) had 7 birdies on his way to shooting a 5-under 67 to win the third Golf Supply House Professional Series Event by 3 shots over Trevor Ellerman (Riverview GC) coming in third Derek Berger also from the Riverview GC, who shot a 1-under par 71.

Click here to view the round one scores at the Spring Playing Ability Test today at the Alberta Springs GC.

The Inglewood G&CC will play host to the second PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour event of the season on June 10th & 11th.

Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Sun reports on the first PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour event of the season. Click here to read the full article.

Click here to watch Ed Boni of The Ranch GC describes how to make proper long putts.

Rounds one and two of the Spring Playing Ability Test are now Posted. Times begin at 10:00am on Monday and 8:00am on Tuesday at the Alberta Springs GC

After the first two weeks of competition, the buzz around the scoring tent is the new scoring system based on a multi-year agreement signed between the PGA of Alberta and Impact Tournament Systems. Find out more about what Impact can do for your tournament business...

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Carstairs GC on Tuesday, May 21st. Tee times will begin at 11:30.

Darryl James (National Golf Academy) came from behind to win the first PGA of Alberta Players’ Tour event of 2013 at the River Spirit GC with steady play, shooting rounds of 72-71. Finishing tied for second, 2 shots behind James, and earning $1033.00 were Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC), Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) and Sean Thompson (Calgary G&CC).

Mike Belbin (Royal Mayfair GC) made a total of six birdies en-route to a 3-under 69. Garett Jenkinson (Riverside Golf Academy) and Kyle Wade will be looking to make a charge tomorrow sitting at 1-under 71’s. Matt Freeman (Canyon Meadows G&CC) & Darryl James (National Golf Academy) both sit three shots back tied for third with even-par 72 finishes.

Lauren Brescacin (Country Hills GC), Dean Ingalls (Pinebrook G&CC), Luke Workman (Pinebrook G&CC), and Jillian Wyne (Willow Park G&CC) all starred on Breakfast Television this morning for a Sun Ice Golf Fashion segment. Click here to watch!

The PGA of Alberta will be introducing Cyril Zupan and Robert Libbus as Player Ambassadors at the Players’ Tour events, Tour Championship, Club Pro, Assistants’ and PGA Championships. Cyril and Robert will be stationed on the course managing player refreshment stations and leaderboards as well as maintaining on-course communication between players and Tournament Officials.

After a great day at the Wolf Creek GR the first two rounds of the 2013 Trimark Team Match Play are now complete. Please click here to view the results, the upcoming matches and deadlines and the results from the consolation Pro Pro event that took place yesterday afternoon.

After a great day at the Wolf Creek GR the first two rounds of the 2013 Trimark Team Match Play are now complete. Please click here to view the results, the upcoming matches and deadlines and the results from the consolation Pro Pro event that took place yesterday afternoon.

Round one matches for the South side of the 2013 Trimark Team Match Play were drawn at the Wolf Creek GR this morning. Round one commenced at 10:00am and round two will start today at 3:30. Click here to see the pairings.

Round one matches for the North side of the 2013 Trimark Team Match Play were drawn onsite this morning at the Wolf Creek GR. Click here to view the pairings.

Rounds one and two of the 2013 Team Match Play will be taking place Monday, May 13th at the Wolf Creek GR. A live draw will start at 8:30am and round one will start with a 10:00am shotgun. Round two and the consolation Best Ball event will begin with a 3:30 shotgun.

Rounds one and two of the 2013 Team Match Play will be taking place Monday, May 13th at the Wolf Creek GR. A live draw will start at 8:30am and round one will start with a 10:00am shotgun. Round two and the consolation Best Ball event will begin with a 3:30 shotgun.

The draw is now posted for the Callaway Golf Players' Tour event being hosted by the River Spirit Golf Club. Tee times will begin at 12:30pm on Wednesday May 15, 2013.

Chris Toth (Stony Plain GC) shot a 2-under 70 to win the second Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2013 by 1 shot over Kevin Day (Billy D's Golf Centre). Coming in third was Brack Little (Glendale G&CC) who shot an even par 72 which included an albatross on the ninth hole.

Jason Stanier (Inglewood G&CC) won in a 2 hole playoff against Brian Bassen (Strathmore GC) & Richard Stringer (Earl Grey GC) at the first tournament of 2013 at the Links of GlenEagles. Brian Bassen, Jason Stanier and Richard Stringer all shot 2-under 70 to finish tied after regulation. Matt Freeman shot a 1-under 71 to finish alone in fourth.

The draw is now posted for the Golf Supply House Professional Series event being hosted by the Links at Spruce Grove. Tee times will begin at 9:00am on Tuesday, May 7th.

The draw for the first Golf Supply House Professional Series of 2013 has been posted. This event will be taking place at the Links of GlenEagles on Monday, May 6th at 8:00am.

The PGA of Alberta is proud to offer two $1,500 scholarships to two deserving Alberta junior boys or girls. Please click here for the 2013 application form. Deadline is Friday, July 19th.

Five events on the 2013 tournament schedule are already full, and a few others not far behind. Make sure you register now to confirm your spot.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 2013 Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows a success. We saw a substantial increase in attendance at both shows and hit a record in the Clearance Centres (total of $321,000). A total of $12,319.00 was also raised for the Ronald McDonald House Northern Alberta and the Kids Cancer Care foundation.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to announce a partnership with Golf Vacations Ireland. GVI will become the presenting sponsor of the Senior Championship and will be working with the Association on a number of travel initiatives over the next few years to golf destinations in Ireland, Scotland and Spain.

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to welcome Dexim Golfwear as a new sponsor to the Association. Dexim Golfwear will become the title sponsor of the PGA of Alberta Ladies' Championship, an event being contested at the Country Hills GC on July 22 & 23, 2013

The new team match play championship has drawn significant interest from the PGA Membership and 32 teams signed up in the first two days of open registration. Twenty-three additional teams have signed up on the waitlist and are waiting for 9 more teams (4 North, 5 South) in order to expand the field to 64. Find a partner and sign up today!

At the Association’s Annual General Meeting in Calgary, Alberta, Brett Burgeson (Head Professional, Country Hills GC) succeeded Alan Carter (Executive Professional, Jasper Park Lodge) as Association President. Carter’s two–year term recently came to a close.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held March 4, 2013, Blair Felesky (Executive Professional, Pine Hills GC) and Matt Johnson (Head Professional, Windermere G&CC) were elected to the Board of Directors. Dale Tomlinson (Head Professional, Carstairs GC) and Gary Ward (Executive Professional, Edmonton CC) were re-elected.

At the PGA of Alberta Annual General Meeting held March 4, 2013, the Assistants' Board of Directors' held elections resulting in six individuals being seated. Congratulations to Oliver Brown, Mark Sheardown, Jeremy Tanner, Nathan Toornstra, Mitch Walz and Adam Wisser. Matt Freeman takes over as President from Mike Belbin whose term has come to a close.

Congratulations to the following Members for reaching the 25-year milestone as a Class "A" Member of the PGA of Canada: Michael Anderson, Shawn Croden, Tony Lecuyer and Alan Riley.

Click here to register for the 2013 events

On Thursday, February 28th, Trevor Goplin and Adam Werbicki of The Derrick G&WC along with Enid Botchett of Golf Canada organized a National Golf in Schools Awareness Day in Edmonton. 40 school teachers met with the group (including Josh Copeland of The Derrick G&WC, Matt Johnson, Troy Golden and Cam Martens of the Windermere G&CC, Greg McGarry and Blair Buttar of the Glendale G&CC and Jordan Rodda and Tyler Willner of the Sturgeon Valley GC) to learn more about the program through a classroom session and hands-on experience. The session was rated excellent by those in attendance "Fantastic! All golf pros were knowledgeable, helpful & activities were informative and fun. Excellent set-up with wonderful resources”

The PGA of Alberta’s Annual General Meeting will take place at 8:00am on March 4th, 2013 at the Carriage House Inn. Information on the AGM has been mailed to all Members, including mail-in ballots for both the Board of Directors and the Assistants’ Board. Members are encouraged to attend the AGM even if they are unable to attend the Spring Seminar.

The Edmonton and Calgary Golf Shows are fast approaching and we are in need of volunteers. Please contact the office if you are able to volunteer at the Shows. Edmonton Golf Show: March 9 & 10, 2013 - Calgary Golf Show: March 23 & 24, 2013

Registration is now available for the 2013 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar on March 4th & 5th at the Carriage House Inn. Click here for the full package and online registration.

The PGA of Alberta is currently in the process of securing all tournament sites for the 2013 season. If you are interested in hosting an event please contact the office. Click here to view the current 2013 tournament schedule.

The Education Committee is excited to announce Chuck Cook as one of the presenters at the 2013 PGA of Alberta Spring Seminar on March 4th & 5th in Calgary, AB. Chuck Cook was an anonymous young teacher when he asked Ben Hogan if he could watch him hit practice balls on a range in Texas in 1980. Cook waited until Hogan finished, gathered his courage and asked the famously taciturn legend if there was anything he lived by. He told me it came down to 10 two-letter words: “If it is to be, it is up to me” - I never forgot that, says Cook. Cook started out as a range assistant in the earliest incarnation of the Golf Digest Schools, helping such teachers as Davis Love Jr., Bob Toski and Jim Flick. Within two years, Cook had worked his way up to an instructor's position at the Schools, giving momentum to a career that includes teaching five major-championship winners—Tom Kite, Corey Pavin, Payne Stewart, Bill Rogers and Mark Brooks.

The PGA of Canada announced seven national award winners, among them three PGA of Alberta Members; Trevor Goplin (Murray Tucker Golf Professional of the Year)-The Derrick Golf & Winter Club, Cam Martens (George Knudson Teacher of the Year)-Windermere G&CC and Shaun Piercey (Pat Fletcher Retailer of the Year)-The Ranch GC. CONGRATULATIONS!

Due to a scheduling conflict the date for the EDMONTON PD Series has been changed to January 30th , 2013. Please mark your calendars.