Tom Littlepage, PGA, elected to PGA Membership in 1959, has made his mark on history as a 2020 Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Inductee. The Northern Ohio Golf Association is a descendant of the Cleveland District Golf Association. Southern Ohio PGA Jr. Tour. His first design was done in 1957, and his last was in the late 1990s. As, such, being the leader of the golf program and being accessible as the golf professional at his, facility is one of his favorite aspects of the business. He served four years as a Captain or Assistant Captain on the Ohio Cup team and served as Chapter President from 1996 through 1998. He would serve at Granville Golf Course until his retirement in 2000 after 38 years of service. Steve spent 44 years of his career as a golf professional at Springfield Country Club. After nearly 40 years at Mentel Memorial, Guy moved to Safari Golf Club in Columbus, Ohio in 2010. Two years later, in 1964, he was elected to PGA Membership, the same year he took over at Reid Park Golf Course as their Head Professional. In his winters, he would go south and play mini-tours. Since 2019, hes taught the game at a number of facilities in the Columbus area. Gusweiler turned professional in 1980 and served three years at Golf Center at Kings Island. In 1998, Bob was the runner-up at the National Senior PGA Professional Championship where Pete Oakley was the medalist at this event. During his time with the Section, El served multiple years on the Board of Directors, including a term as the President from 1978 to 1979. Format: 18-Hole, Four-Ball Stroke Play
His career began in 1963 when he became a member of the PGA of America. Amateur winnings will be in the form of golf shop credit redeemable at Columbus C.C. FAIRBORN, OH - The new year is here and Southern Ohio Junior Golf is thrilled to open membership registration on Tuesday, January 10 for the 2023 SOPGA Junior Tour season! Tee Times: #1 Tee starting at 8:00 am
For more information regarding the Ohio Golf Hall of Fame, or the Ohio Senior Amateur Hall of Fame Tournament, contact the Ohio Golf Association at 614-698-0014. During his career, he initiated multiple successful junior golf programs including: Greater Central Ohio Junior Golf Association, Hook-A-Kid on Golf, SOPGA Teaching Marathon, Powell Youth Golf Association, and the Dublin Youth Golf Association. O'Bannon Creek Golf Club, Loveland: August 21 - 22. We had the most memorable trip with Kawar Travels. He qualified for four senior PGA Championships, the 1999 and 2001 U.S. Senior Open, five National Club Professional Championships, six Senior National Club Professional Championships, and won the Southern Ohio Section Championship in 1987. Shorts will be permitted. Shorts: Yes
What incredible services and charming welcomes, the honesty in all information, Matching with Ads and their. Congratulations to Gil Gusweiler, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2014 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Shorts: Will be Permitted
Congratulations to Robert Kepler, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1999 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Congratulations to Otto Hackbarth, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2004 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. He was recognized for his work over the years earning many notable awards. After spending some time working at golf facilities, John knew that he wanted to become a PGA Professional. Shorts- No, Please contact Tim Grieser, PGA if you will be playing with more than one partner. Gene Samborsky was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2012. Under a difficult time constraint, Tommy was able to prepare the golf course for a Major Championship in only 90 days. He was the President of the Board of Directors for the Southern Ohio PGA from 1992-1993, sat on the PGA National Committee for Public Awareness, and he held every office in the Columbus Chapter throughout his career. Following his time there, John went on to caddy and work on the maintenance staff at Miami Valley Golf Club from 1968 to 1971. 2021 All Area Events | Southern Ohio PGA Format: Pro-1 Am (75% HDCP)
Ohio Mid Amateur Championship Pinnacle GC. Format: 2 Best Balls of 3
Gene Marchi, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997. The SOPGA players fee is not required for this event. He competed against Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer in a few exhibition matches during his career. Date: March 28, 2022
During his amateur career, he competed on two Walker Cup teams representing the United States. Pairings: Will be based on the SW Chapter Senior Point Standings, Date: August 9, 2021
His best finishes on the PGA Tour include fourth place at the Knoxville Open in 1946 and tied for 30th in the 1947 U.S. Open at St. Louis Country Club. While developing as a professional, Jurick also remained true to the core of the industry, the love of our game, by keeping up with his game on the course. This putter was used by golfing greats Chuck Evans and Arthur Bartlett. He played until April 1978 before losing his playing privileges. He also spent time working at Pal Joeys Pro Shop in Newark, Ohio and as the Head Professional at the Golf Center at Polaris. Start Times: Shotgun @ 9:00. In 2021, Pete was inducted into the Mississippi Sports Hall of Fame. BKP Award Winner! Southern Ohio PGA - Experts in the Game & Business of Golf In addition to his teaching abilities, he also had an excellent career as a player. The SOPGA Tour Championship will take place October 12-13, 2021. He is credited with designing or renovating over 100 golf courses during his career, including many in Southern Ohio such as Blacklick Woods Golf Course and Hickory Hills Golf Club. Format: SW Chapter Pro-1 Am (75% HDCP)
The mission of the Southern Ohio PGA is to Create an Environment for our Members and the Game to Thrive Our vision is to be a forward-thinking association, focusing on first-class programs, to advance our members, our communities and the game of golf in Southern Ohio, while honoring the history and values the game teaches. Format: 18-Hole, Four-Ball Stroke Play
He was the 1986 Southern Ohio PGA Section champion and earned Player of the Year honors in 1985 and 1986. After three years at The Citadel, he turned professional and became an assistant for Henry Picard at Canterbury Golf Club in Shaker Heights, Ohio. Shorts: Yes
He ended this season in the 26th spot on the PGA Tour money list. He also oversaw six golf courses for the Cincinnati Recreation Commission and was the owner of the Rollandia Golf Center and Magic Castle. Jim also received the Professional Development award from the SOPGA two times in 1980 and 1994. While at Columbus Country Club, he worked under SOPGA Hall of Fame Member Don Shock, PGA.. Gary took his first Head Professional job at Miami Shores Golf Club in 1979. Marty became a member of the PGA of America in 1936 and assumed the Head Golf Professional position at Fort Mitchell Country Club in Fort Mitchell, Kentucky. Gary Howlett, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA in 2011. Congratulations to Bob Hauer, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2000 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. During his career with the Buckeyes, Bob earned individual medalist honors for the Big Ten Championship. The Ohio Cup is an annual event played between Northern Ohio PGA and Southern Ohio PGA since 1997 in a Ryder Cup Format. Cuyahoga North-Coast Golf Association. Kepler also made it to the round of 16 of the 1945 PGA Championship at Southern Ohios own Moraine Country Club. He encouraged other golf professionals to come and see what the course had to offer. Format: 36-Hole Ind. During his time at Springfield Country Club, Steve was one of the first members of the Southern Ohio PGA Board of Directors in 1946. There will be no Food/Beverage available at the course. Hall of Fame | PGA Section Awards | TheSouthernOhioPGA.com Ohio Two Man Best Ball Rattlesnake Ridge GC. Ables prides himself on programs hes created and the success that many of his junior students have had over the years. During his time at Dayton Country Club, Jim was. Together, the USGA - AGA partnership allows you to: Get a Handicap Index to track your performance During his time in Southern Ohio, Rino spent time at a number of facilities. Steve Jurick, PGA was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2017. Bisharat Golf Course (Amman) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go Birdie Golf At The Village. Sixty attendees were invited by the Taplow Club, which was a business group within . He also claimed the Senior Section Championship in 2010, 2016 and 2017 and has competed on the Ohio Cup team ten times. The following year, in 1987, El competed in a total of 25 Champions Tour Events where he made 24 cuts, including one top-10 finish and four top-25 finishes. He became a member of the PGA of America in 1957. Growing up caddying for his father, El fell in love with the game at a young age. Gene found himself in a tie for second place after an opening round 71. The top 16 finishers in the 2021 Rolex Senior POY who wish to play will receive an invite to the event. Players earn points throughout the season to qualify for the team. 1973 was a great season for Steve which saw him claim the individual title at the Big Ten Championship as well as win the 1973 Ohio Amateur Championship later that summer. Throughout his career, Bob gave back to the community every opportunity that he could. A meal will be provided following your round. He qualified for a total of six PGA Championships throughout his career, including the 1957 PGA Championship held at his own Miami Valley Golf Club, the last PGA Championship contested in the match play format. His career in golf began when he started caddying at 10 years old at Upper Arlington Golf Club. He was also tasked with recruiting and training caddies for the event. While playing his college golf at The Ohio State University, Jack was a two-time U.S. Congratulations to JR Ables, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. In addition to his PGA membership, he was also a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America as well as the American Society of Golf Course Architects. Bob Sowards, PGA, was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2019. He was awarded the Golf Professional of the Year by the SOPGA in 2010, the Bill Strausbaugh Award in 1988, and the Professional Development Award two times, the first in 1979 and the second in 1982. He would be the Section Secretary, Treasurer, and ultimately the Southern Ohio PGA Section President from 1980 to 1981. Littlepages professional accomplishments include designing and building Stillwater Valley Golf Course in Versailles, Ohio. Larry has also served the Southern Ohio Section in numerous roles. He was able to help get 50 tickets to this event from the Tournament Director. During his career, he has represented and modeled all that the PGA badge represents to the members of Hyde Park, his community, and his fellow PGA Golf Professionals. Congratulations to Bob Harrison, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2003 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Courses: Meadows/Rookery, Format: 18-Hole, Individual Stroke Play
United States Golf Association P.O. These outside professionals spoke very highly of the golf course as well as the hospitality of the club. His first professional win came at the 1962 U.S. Open played Oakmont Country Club. SOPGA will supply water and snacks. Date: May 31, 2022
Gene also played an instrumental role in bringing both the 1945 and 1957 PGA Championships to Southern Ohio. Venue Change! Don attended Fairmont High School in Kettering, Ohio, where he won the Ohio State Boys Golf Championship. The Southern Ohio PGA Junior Tour was founded in 2008 with the goal in mind of helping to develop younger golfers as well as providing them with outstanding competitions on a local level. Flick taught golf in 23 countries and operated the Nicklaus-Flick Golf Schools from 1991 until 2003, his own Jim Flick Premier School in 2002, and served as a lead instructor for the ESPN Golf Schools from 2003 to 2005. Congratulations to Marty Kavanaugh, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Bob has also played on 16 Ohio Cup teams. Congratulations to Harry Schwab, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. He was awarded the SOPGA Teacher of the Year in 1991 and received the Public Merchandiser of the Year from the SOPGA in both 1999 and 2008. He spent his time at various clubs throughout his career including being the head professional at Berkleigh Country Club, Metropolis Country Club, Springfield Country Club and NCR Country Club. *The Assistants Professional Championship is played at the same time, Format: 36-Hole, Individual Stroke Play
The Ohio State University Mens Golf Team hosts the Robert Kepler Invitational every spring in memory of their legendary coach. It was here that he decided he wanted to make golf his career. He was awarded the PGA of America Teacher of the Year in 1988 and was inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of fame in 2002. Bob was elected to PGA Membership in 1955. Format: 18-Hole, Four Ball Stroke Play
He also served on the National Board of Directors for the PGA from 1993-1995. He was the SOPGA Senior Player of the Year in 2003, qualified for the 1987 PGA Professional National Championship, was a member of the 2003 Ohio Cup Team, and received chapter awards as the Player of the Year in the apprentice division, main division, and senior division as well as being a match play champion. When he took over at Mentel Memorial in 1971, Guy became the youngest head professional in the state of Ohio at just 22 years old. He also competed on the national level at four PGA Championships, a U.S. Open, and four U.S. Senior Opens. Start Time: 10:00 am Shotgun
We're incredibly excited to launch our 2023 Junior Tour Season! Robert Bob Foppe was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1998. He never slowed down in his career, and was always looking for how he could make a positive impact wherever he was at. He captained the 2003, 2005, and 2007 teams to victories and the 1998 team to a tie. He was instrumental in paving the way for Scioto hosting the 1926 U.S. Open Championship. In addition to this award, he was also the SOPGA Golf Professional of the Year in 1995 and a two-time Professional Development Award winner in 1995 and 2013. He then spent 25 years at Kenwood Country Club being both their Head Professional and Director of Golf between 1964 and 1989. He served on the SOPGA Board of Directors and was the Board President from 1980 to 1981. Robert Kepler, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 1999. Larry Drehs, PGA, is a 2017 inductee to the Southern Ohio PGAs Hall of Fame. He was a 3 time All American for Ohio State Mens Golf. Jim Slominski, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1999. Congratulations to Geoff Hensley, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2011 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. From 1965 until his retirement in 1997, Jim was the Head Professional at Dayton Country Club. Shorts: Yes
Robert Kepler, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 1999. On the national stage, he won the 1953 Senior PGA Championship played at PGA National Golf Club. Gil Gusweiler was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2014. The SOPGA Jr. Tour was established in 2008 by the Southern Ohio PGA as an extension of the association's more than 500 Members and Associates teaching juniors the game of golf throughout Central and Southern Ohio. Five years later, Rick Jones became the third National Champion of Keplers career. In 1982, Pat was elected to PGA Membership and has spent much of his career in Southern Ohio serving the Memberships of Springfield Country Club, Sycamore Creek Country Club and Urbana Country Club. Elected to PGA Membership in 1967, Bob was one of the rare professionals that spent his entire career at the same place. Tommy Bryant, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997. Click here to view the Read More Royal Tours. Brown guided the Buckeyes to 17 Big Ten Championships during his time at Ohio State. During his amateur career, Jack finished 2nd in the 1960 U.S. Open, two shots behind Arnold Palmer. Format: 18-Hole Stroke Play
Jim served on the Southern Ohio PGA Board of Directors in a number of different positions including Secretary, Vice President, and was the President from 1974 to 1975. History of the Section - The Northern Ohio PGA He was the Head Professional at Riviera Country Club in Dublin, Ohio and Hickory Hills Golf Club in Grove City, Ohio. The driving range will be closed due to the weekend rains. Littlepage also built two stand-alone driving ranges. North Coast Junior Tour. Congratulations to Pete Brown, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2003 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. He won three SOPGA Section Championships in 1963, 1972, and 1979, and six SOPGA Senior Section Championships in 1982, 1983, 1987, 1988, 1989, and 1991. He was treasurer of the Southern Ohio PGA as the Section played host to the 1964 PGA Championship at Columbus Country Club and was Section president from 1967-1969 when NCR Country Club in Dayton hosted the 1969 PGA Championship. This has been rescheduled from August 5th
Glassdoor gives you an inside look at what it's like to work at Northern Ohio Golf Association, including salaries, reviews, office photos, and more. Thanks to Tommy encouraging other professionals to play Moraine, the PGA of America awarded the 1945 PGA Championship to the club. Format: Individual Match Play
If you get lucky on these lightning quick surface you can use the slopes and witness some bisharat magic as your ball finds the most unlikely route to the hole. A noted instructor, Ables was named the Southern Ohio PGA Teacher of the Year in 1987 and 1992. While at Glenville, Bob was a four-time All Conference athlete in 1987, 1988, 1989, and 1990. won the 117th Ohio Amateur at Canterbury Golf Club. Starting Time: Tee Times will begin at 8:00
Golfer: 3,740 Euros* (Approx $4,300 USD as of Mar 2022) Non-Golfer: 2,300 Euros* (Approx $2,645 USD as of Mar 2022) *Per person, based on double occupancy. He returned to his home in Cincinnati and began work at Hidden Valley Lake GC on the border of Ohio and Indiana. THE 5 BEST Amman Golf Courses (Updated 2023) - Tripadvisor Please contact Tim Grieser, PGA if you will be playing with more than one partner. Start Time: 8:00 A.M. - #1 Tee
The WOSGA would like to thank the Ohio Golf Association for its help and hard work. Great way to experience the great Amman-Ian outdoors outside of the city. NOHIO.GOLF Club Cleveland, Ohio. Shorts: NO SHORTS PERMITTED
On the course, Geoff made a name for himself in Southern Ohio. Course: North/West. Golf Associations - American Society of Golf Course Architects One Player 50 or over in age and one player 49 or under in age per team. He was also a mentor to a number of PGA Professionals within the Southern Ohio PGA including Jim Kincaid, PGA, Ray Rash, PGA, Joe Krug, PGA, and Doug Cartwright, PGA. Lauren King, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 2005. Gene spent the first 35 years of his career at Western Hills Country Club in Cincinnati, OH, where he held the course record prior to the course renovation at 62. Southern Ohio PGA | SOPGA Junior Golf His teams became Big Ten Champions in 1945, 1951, 1954, and 1961. #2 - #1 & #10 Tee Start 1 pm
He also competed in the 1931 Western Open played at Miami Valley Golf Club. Paul had an illustrious playing career with many highlights: Thomas is a member of the Zanesville DGA Hall of Fame (01) and was the longest serving PGA Member in the Southern Ohio PGA, having been a member for more than 64 years. Tee Times: 9:30-12:00
Upon graduating, he began his college coaching career at Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. Harry is often regarded as one of the best all around athletes that Dayton has ever produced. About Us - WSGA Box lunch will be provided between rounds. Welcome One hundred ninety-five golf clubs in Ohio make up the affiliated clubs of the Ohio Golf Association which is the guiding light behind the promotion of golf in Ohio and Amateur Championships. He would go on to play in two U.S. Opens, a PGA Championship, and two Senior PGA Championships during his playing career. John also received the Professional Development Award in 1991 and the Bill Strausbaugh Award in 2008. Shotgun start at 9:30, Date: May 3, 2021
Tommy was also awarded the Southern Ohio PGA Legacy Award in 2013 as a result of the overwhelming impact he had on the section. During his time with the Southern Ohio Section, Gary served the Board of Directors in numerous positions including Secretary, Vice-President, and President from 1994-1995, among chapter offices for the Columbus Chapter. Ohio Ladies Golf Association. El was born in Hazard, KY in 1935. Outside of the Section, he competed in the 1999 Nike Dayton Open on the PGA Tour as well as the 2007 U.S. Senior Open played at Whistling Straits in Haven, Wisconsin. Please click on the course logo to proceed to the tournament home page Downloads 2023 OPGA State Mid-Am Championship - Final Results (pdf) Download 2023 OPGA State Mid-Am Championship - Skins Game Final Results (pdf) Download 2023 OPGA Senior Memorial Entry Form (pdf) Download He played both baseball and basketball professionally, playing for the Triple A affiliates of multiple Major League Baseball franchises. Quick Links He worked for the Hamilton County Parks System for 30 years, with the last 13 years working as the Manager of Golf Operations. Format: 18-Hole, Four-Ball
Designed by . 66 South Central Ave. Fairborn, OH 45324 Phone: 937-754-4263 Fax: 937-754-4663 Email: sohiostaff@pgahq.com His career started in 1928 when he became a member of the PGA of America. Within the Southern Ohio Section, El received the 1982 Southern Ohio PGA Golf Professional of the Year award, the 1983 Southern Ohio PGA Professional Development Award and the Southern Ohio PGA Legacy Award in 2006. This began a Hall of Fame career within the Southern Ohio PGA Section. On top of an impressive playing career, Bob was recognized by the section for various awards. During his retirement, he became very active in helping out veterans of the United States Military. #1 - #1 & #10 Tee Start 8 am
Gusweiler has mentored 10 Assistant Professionals to become PGA head professionals including Brian Jones, PGA, Michelle Lipka, PGA, Mike Murphy, PGA, and Paul Hobart, PGA among others. He was inducted into the National PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame in 2005. In 1959, Phil left Ohio State to become an assistant professional at Granville Golf Course, now Denison Golf Club. Known for his passion about education, Mitchell has dedicated his career to learning and sharing the newest developments in golf equipment. Starting Time: Tee Times will begin at 8:00
The Southern Ohio native entered the golf business at the Military Course at Wright Patterson Air Force Base, now called Prairie Trace. Format: Individual Match Play
He went on to become the Head Professional at Columbus Country Club where he served the membership for 31 years before retiring in 1981. Nicklaus had quite the record in team golf events. Open to all Amateur golfer's in the State of Ohio who are 50 and older. Please see the 2022 Tournament Handbook for the allocation of points.
Walker was an accomplished player during his career. View Connected Programs. Prior to turning professional, Jack had an incredible amateur career. He would serve Wildwood for 34 years before retiring in 2014. Allied Associations - The Southern Ohio PGA Pairings: Will be based on the Greater Cincinnati Point Standings. Shorts: Yes, Date: June 27, 2022
Jeff turned professional in 1970 and became a member of the PGA of America in 1973. Gene Samborsky was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2012. For Scratch Amateur, Net Amateur and Professional Golf Events Jordan Experience tours. In 1930, Gene moved to Miami Valley Golf Club as an Assistant Professional. Start Time: 8:00 A.M.- #1 Tee
He also spent time at Orchard Lake Country Club in Michigan, Dubuque Golf and Country Club in Iowa, and Canton Brookside in Northern Ohio. Congratulations to Tom Littlepage, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2020 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Shorts: Yes for Professionals & Amateurs, Format: Individual 18-Hole, Stableford Scoring
He then spent his apprenticeship years as an Assistant Professional in Florida at Patrick Air Force Base GC, now called Manatee Cove and Spring Lake Golf Club in New Jersey before moving back to the SOPGA Section and taking on contractual Head Professional roles with the Cincinnati Recreation Commission at two entry level golf facilities, Woodland and Dunham, before transitioning to the 27-Hole Facility at Glenview Golf Course. Tournaments | Southern Ohio PGA Section