5 Sep 2018

USGTF Looking for Teaching Photos

Nothing is more powerful than visual images, and the field of teaching golf is no exception. The USGTF is looking for teaching photographs that embody what the profession is all about. If you believe you can capture the right image, we’d love to see your photos. Please send them to info@usgtf.com and the member who submits the winning photo will receive a $500 cash award from the USGTF. Please submit them by September 30.
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5 Sep 2018

USGTF Active in Social Media

Social media has become a huge presence in our society, providing more people with information than ever before. The USGTF is active on these fronts in several venues. Included are Facebook; Twitter and Instagram. In addition, there is a LinkedIn Company Page and a LinkedIn Group. Finally, the USGTF members board can be found at www.USGTFMembers.com.

In whatever avenue you wish to connect with your organization, you have the ability to do so. Please visit the site of interest to you and we look forward to your participation.

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5 Sep 2018

One Hundred Tips Book on Sale

This indispensable teachers guide is a manifesto of no-nonsense golf teaching advice. One Hundred Tips for Golf Teaching Professionals goes beyond teaching basics. The information herein reflects experience that can only be gained from years on the lesson tee.

Sale price – $15.95. To order, please call the USGTF National Office at 1-888-346-3290.

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5 Sep 2018

September Deadline for Penick Nominations

Nominations for the 6th annual Harvey Penick Trophy for Excellence in Golf Teaching are now being accepted. Harvey Penick was one of America’s earliest great teachers, and his influence lives today.

The award is based on teaching accomplishments, service to the golf community and to the game in general. All USGTF Certified Golf Teaching Professionals and Master Golf Teaching Professionals, except past winners, are eligible. Nominations (including self-nominations) may be made through email at info@usgtf.com or through regular mail to the USGTF National Office at 1295 SE Port St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie, FL 34952. The deadline for nominations is Friday, September 7, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. EDT.

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5 Sep 2018

Littler Wins USGTF Junior National Title

The first annual USGTF Junior National Tournament this past August was a success. In the finals, three boys and three girls squared off at Beekman Golf Course in Hopewell, New York. Devin Littler won the boys division with a score of 78, while Kaylie Klemme shot an identical 78 to win the girls division. Afterwards, the two champions squared off in sudden-death for the overall championship.

Playing in front of a large gallery of family and friends, plus a number of Beekman members, the two champions matched pars and birdies, with each golfer -2 through the first four holes. On the fifth hole, Klemme’s birdie putt came up just short while Littler managed to sink his 15-footer for the win.

USGTF member Bob Myers organized the event and served as the tournament host. Plans for the 2019 championship will be announced in the coming months

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5 Sep 2018

Tour Players Reed and Stone Discover a New Golf Passion

While in the quaint town of Gullane, Scotland, Patrick Reed and Brandon Stone wandered into the Jack White Golf Shop. Proprietor Boris Lietzow, a good friend of USGTF Southeast Region director Mike Stevens, sells golf memorabilia, including hickory golf clubs. It began when players participating in the Scottish Open were presented with a hickory challenge on one of the par-3s during a practice round.

Reed and Stone enjoyed it so much that it sent them scurrying to Boris’s shop to find out more. Reed was so impressed with Lietzow’s knowledge of the clubs and their history that he bought two sets, one for himself and another for his brother-in-law. Stone enjoyed it so much that after the first round of the Open Championship at Carnoustie, he drove down to St. Andrews and played the Old Course with his new set of hickories. It remains to be seen whether other tour fellows pick up the auld game, but one never knows.

By Mike Stevens, USGTF Member
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3 Aug 2018

August Last Month to Enter US / CGTF Cup

Entries for the 23rd annual United States Golf Teachers Cup, played in conjunction with the CGTF Cup, are due by September 1. The event will be played October 2-3, 2018, at Ussher’s Creek Golf Course in Niagara Falls, Ontario. On October 1, a fourball tournament will be held prior to the main event, with the objective of getting participants together for a fun day of golf. The entry fee is $395 Canadian (currently approximately $305 U.S.). To enter, you may either call the CGTF at (905) 849-7254, or online at http://www.cgtf.com/2018-cgtf-usgtf-teachers-cup/.

We look forward to seeing you at this event, co-sponsored by the USGTF and CGTF!

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3 Aug 2018

Hammer Nails Down Southeast Title

Eric Hammer of Melbourne, Florida, fired an opening round 68 which solidified his hold on the top spot at the USGTF Southeast Region Championship at Shingle Creek Golf Club in Orlando. His solid 76 in round two proved too much for the rest of the field to overcome. Going into the day, he held a three-shot lead over former champion Mark Harman, but Harman was unable to make up any ground on a hot and steamy day. Heavy rain overnight made the course that much more of a challenge. Hammer pockets $550 and the Southeast Trophy donated by region director Mike Stevens. It was a great weekend, and special thanks to Dennis Daugherty, who arranged for play and a fabulous dinner at Taverna Opa after the first round.
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3 Aug 2018

Central Region Championship Last Region Championship for 2018

The USGTF Central Region Championship will be held at Pine Knob Golf Club in Clarkston, Michigan, on Saturday and Sunday, August 4-5, with region director Brent Davies serving as the host. The first tee time Saturday will be at 12:00 noon and 10:00 a.m. on Sunday. The entry fee of $199 is for two days of golf, cart, range, prize money, and lunch after the Sunday round, with monies paid out on the gross and net two-day totals. Practice rounds will be available after 1:00 p.m. on Friday, August 3, for $40. To enter, please send your $199 entry fee to: Brent Davies, 5223 Parview Dr., Clarkston, MI 48346.
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3 Aug 2018

USGTF Logoed Cart Bag From Bridgestone Golf

The USGTF is pleased to have several company affiliations that offer discounts and services to our members. One of which is Bridgestone Golf. Bridgestone offers 25% below wholesale on all of their products to USGTF members for personal use. Members may order items like this USGTF Logoed and Personalized cart bag for only $162.00. Full of easily accessible features, these bags are perfect for use in either a golf cart or a push cart.

They include:
  • 14-way divider top
  • 9 easily accessible zippered pockets, including valuables pocket and cooler pocket
  • Magnetic electronics pocket
  • Outer ball & tee holder
  • Weighs less than 6 lbs.
  • Rain hood included
For more information, please contact the USGTF National Office at (888) 346-3290.
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