NCGA Mourns the Loss of Former President Robert Foster May 28, 2021 Former NCGA President Robert “Bob” Maurice Foster died Sunday, May 23rd, 2021. Bob’s life began on March 1st, 1935 in Oakdale, CA. He grew up with his loving parents, Maurice and Helen Foster, and his sisters Maurine and Judy. Along the way, he…
Spectrum of NCGA Clubs—LPGA Amateur Golf Association May 26, 2021 The LPGA Amateur Golf Association exists to connect women to learn, play and enjoy golf for business and for fun. Since its inception in 1991, the LPGA Amateur Golf Association (formerly EWGA) has served as a portal to golf and touched the lives of thousands…
Patriot Golf Day Moves to Memorial Day Weekend May 26, 2021 For the first time in its 15-year history, Patriot Golf Days will be held over Memorial Day weekend (May 28-31) as a way to further honor our nation’s heroes. PGA REACH, the 501(c)3 charitable foundation of the PGA of America, and Folds of Honor,…
LPGA MEDIHEAL Set for June 7-13 at Lake Merced GC May 26, 2021 The Bay Area’s official LPGA Tour stop, the LPGA MEDIHEAL Championship, returns to Lake Merced Golf Club in Daly City, California June 7 – 13, 2021. The tournament will once again feature 144 of the world’s best female golfers competing for a…
Spirit of the Game: Collin Morikawa—Coming Up Big May 17, 2021 When it mattered the most, being short proved a great advantage for Cal alum Collin Morikawa. This is not about his diminutive stature but rather his length off the tee. TPC Harding Park was a bombers’ paradise until the critical moment of the final…
Youth on Course Awards 20 Members With Scholarships May 11, 2021 Youth on Course – the non-profit organization dedicated to opening doors, supporting dreams and transforming the lives of young people – has announced its 2021 scholarship awards granting $296,000 to 20 deserving high school graduates, continuing its commitment to providing youth with access to…
The Spectrum of NCGA Clubs: Happy 25th to Fore Women Golf Association! May 10, 2021 Founded in 1996, the Fore Women Golf Association is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Started 25 years ago, the mission of the FWGA is to provide an opportunity for women to have fun and engage in quality experiences. They…
Welcome to the Neighborhood! May 6, 2021 By Dianna Stein Longtime NCGA/WGANC Rules official KC Cote assumed she was always going to live in her town of Novato, although she does have an adventurous streak, having served our country during the Vietnam War as an Air Force Nurse and becoming a Lieutenant Colonel. On a…
Course Records Shot at Blue Rock Springs May 5, 2021 Vallejo resident Jared Stone closed out 2020 with a couple of bangs. Within a time frame of six weeks, the St. Patrick High alum, who’s now a junior at University of Redlands, set the scoring record for both courses at Blue Rock Springs GC in…
NCGA Mourns the Loss of Past President Russ Bigelow May 3, 2021 The NCGA mourns the loss of past president Russell T Bigelow, who passed away on March 11, three days after his 90th birthday due to complications from stroke and dementia. Born and raised in San Francisco, the second son of William and Edwina…