Oakhurst Links White Sulphur Springs, W. Va. USA 6/9/2016 – 6/11/2016 Tournament Information The 19th National Hickory Championship has been announced for June 9-11. NHC’s chief organizer and founder, Pete Goergiady, has distributed the entry form, below, as well as information on the evnet, hotels, rules, equipment, dress, and all other good stuff pertinent to the championship. The NHC is […]
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CB Macdonald and Eastern Canadian Hickory Championships
Niagara-on-the-Lake Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario Canada 9/9/2016 – 9/11/2016 Tournament Information The 2016 Charles Blair Macdonald Challenge, Eastern Canadian Hickory Championship, and Canadian Gutty Challenge, are scheduled for Sept. 9-11. Players and guests from the U.S. are most welcome. Entry forms can be found at … http://www.ghsc.ca/CBMcdonald_2016_form.php Entries close May 1, 2016. For information, contact Paul Dietz at clubdoc1@gmail.com
Mimosa perfect spot for a Fall Hickory Classic
The inaugural Fall Hickory Classic hosted by the U.S. Hickory Players Club debuted Oct. 9-11 at the Mimosa Hills Golf & Country Club in Morganton, N.C. Some 34 players turned out for the opening, which featured a round of stableford scoring (Day 1), four ball/alternate shot (Day 2), and individual and team play (Day 3). Friday’s stableford match was won […]
Von Lossow a winner at Gamble Sands in Washington state
Players at the inaugural Gamble Sands Hickory Championship. The first-annual Gamble Sands Hickory Championship was a thrilling experience for everyone involved. Held in early October, conditions were brisk, to say the least. 30-mph gusts greeted players as they arrived for the first round, and only grew in strength as the day progressed. However, the sun shone and the troops (including […]
Von Lossow the victor at Washington State Hickory Open
The field at the 2015 Washington State Hickory Open Durel Billy, host professional for the Washington State Hickory Open, reports: Fresh off of his come-from-behind Pacific Northwest Hickory Championship win (click here to see that story), Jim von Lossow was feeling very confident about his game and it showed. Making the turn in 38 on Saturday at The Home Course […]
Iowa Hickory Classic
Hyperion Field Club Johnston, Iowa USA 9/9/2016 – 9/10/2016 Tournament Information The 2016 Iowa Hickory Classic is scheduled for Sept. 9-10 at the Hyperion Field Club. This event is one of the favorites for Midwest hickory golfers and golf collectors. It is hosted by the Hickory Golf Association and includes a trade show as well as great food, even better […]
Man of Flint makes off with McNabb Cup
Players for the 2015 McNabb Cup at White Lake, Michigan. “Why, sometimes I’ve believed as many as six impossible things before breakfast.” – Lewis Carroll, Alice in Wonderland It is not to be believed. The gallery that had gathered around the 18th green gasped as one. Surely, it was a mad instance of the gods, in their cups, rending reality […]
Florida’s professional Tartan Tour completes first event
Florida Tartan Tour Kicks Off First Event In spite of heavy rain beforehand, the Professional Hickory Golfers Association Tartan Tour’s first event at historic Temple Terrace Golf and Country Club was completed on what turned out to be a nice afternoon. Tour co-director Mike Stevens boosted by steady play and a more than competent short game managed to win the […]
Wisconsin’s Hickory Open a treat for everyone
No, these guys aren’t having any fun at all. That’s the Wisconsin Hickory Open field at the Lawsonia clubhouse bar. The 6th annual Wisconsin Hickory Open (formerly the Kummel Cup) is in the books. Congratulations to our Champions: Steve Simer – Madison, Wisconsin – Overall ChampionDr. Dave Brown – Omaha, Nebraska – Senior DivisionDan Norstedt – Eau Claire, Wisconsin […]
Tight finish for Pac Northwest Hickory Championship
The players in the inaugural Pacific Northwest Hickory Championship. The Northwest Hickory Players conducted its inaugural Pacific Northwest Hickory Championship and Trade Show on Sept. 19-20 over the historic Foster Golf Links in Tukwila, Wash., and the Chandler Egan-designed West Seattle Golf Course. In a thrilling finish Jim von Lossow of Seattle edged Scott Miller of Issaquah by a single shot with a fine […]