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December 8 2020

2020 NCGA Annual Meeting (Virtual)

Bob Goldstein was officially named the 94th President of the Northern California Golf Association at Tuesday’s NCGA Annual Meeting, which was held virtually due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Other board members for the 2020 NCGA golf season were also confirmed at the meeting.

Goldstein, a member at Sequoyah Country Club in the Oakland hills, has been a member of the Board of Directors since 2013. Goldstein, whose wife is Christine, is a graduate of Hobart and William Smith College and Brooklyn Law School.

No Spectators for 2021 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Dec. 7, 2020

The AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, preparing to commemorate its 75th anniversary, announced today spectators will not be permitted at this year’s event, scheduled for Feb. 8-14, 2021.

“Unfortunately our ’21 event will be unlike any of the previous editions of the tournament since Monterey County remains in a tier that will not permit live audiences at professional events in California,” said Steve John, CEO of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation. “Our top priority is the safety and well-being of our guests, partners, vendors, volunteers, PGA TOUR professionals, caddies, their families, and our community. We continue to work closely with the PGA TOUR, as well as local officials, to determine what our event will look like in February.”

John added that everyone associated with the tournament is “incredibly grateful” for the support the event has received from the community throughout the years. Since 1947, the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am has generated more than $176 million for charities in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties. Last year;s tournament was won by Canadian Nick Taylor (pictured, above), who edged co-record five-time champion Phil Mickelson.

Despite the ongoing challenges being faced by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Monterey Peninsula Foundation, along with the PGA TOUR, remains committed to supporting its charitable partners. John said opportunities to give are still possible and pointed to a recent example where an anonymous person donated $50,000 to the non-profit Foundation.

Pairings/Results 

Bayonet/Black Horse GC | Carmel Valley Ranch

Dec. 6, 2020

Chris Balough won the championship, but Corey Eagle took home the bigger prize.

Balough, a 42-year-old E-Club East Bay member (pictured, above), shot a final-round 5-over 75 at Carmel Valley Ranch to edge Eagle by a shot in the 36-hole finals. In the opening round at Bayonet/Black Horse, shot a 4-over 76. Helping Balough nab the title was a clutch net birdie on the closing 18th.

“I feel like I didn’t play that well. It was difficult, I think for all of us,” Balough said. “I feel fortunate that I played in the last group with Corey. I’ve gotten to know him from the Tour and he helped ease the nerves a bit. I enjoy playing with him.”

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Inaugural NCGA Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship  | Poppy Hills  |  June 12-13, 2021

The NCGA Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship was created in 2021 as a partner of the annual NCGA Mid-Amateur Championship.

ENTRIES CLOSE: April 19, 2020

ENTRY FEE: $135 per player. Exempt players pay an additional $30 per player.

QUALIFYING for the 2020 Mid-Amateur Championship takes place May 13-16 at the following courses:

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December 1, 2020

Rule of the Month—Putting Green

The putting green is one of the five defined areas of the course. It is an area specifically prepared for putting, which means you have some special permissions here, including the ability to mark, lift and clean your ball any time. To mark and lift your ball, you must use a ball-marker, which is an artificial object like a coin or tee. You are also permitted to repair most damage (other than natural wear) on the putting green, including spike marks, and remove sand and loose soil – even when your ball is off the putting green.

Once you have marked, lifted, and replaced your ball on the putting green, your ball owns that spot. So if it moves for any reason, you will replace it without penalty. If you have not marked, lifted, and replaced your ball, whether you replace it or play it from its new location depends on the cause of the movement. If you or anyone else accidentally causes your ball to move, replace it. If wind or another natural force causes it to move, play it from its new location. There is no penalty in either case.

On the putting green, the flagstick indicates where the hole is located. You are allowed to putt with the flagstick in the hole, and there is no penalty if your ball strikes the flagstick. If the flagstick is attended or removed while you make your stroke, it can be moved out of the way while your ball is in motion. Otherwise, it must be left in position from the time you make your stroke until your ball comes to rest.

The Committee decides the hole location and, while there is guidance, there is no such thing as an illegal hole location.

December 1, 2020

NBC Sports, Via GolfNow, Ink Landmark Partnership to Provide Affordable Access to Golf

Youth on Course members can rejoice. On this Giving Tuesday, NBC Sports has earmarked a longtime commitment to affordable access to golf for youth across the country by supporting Youth on Course through their GolfNow platform.

Youth on Course establishes more opportunities for the younger generation to access golf courses at an affordable price by providing 100,000 children with access to play more than 1,400 golf courses across the U.S. and Canada for $5 or less. Members also benefit from career opportunities through the caddie and internship programs and have the chance to receive college scholarships.

Yocha Dehe GC
November 13, 2020

Results

The second annual NCGA Senior Series Championship took place Friday at Yocha Dehe GC and crowned two Players of the Year for the Senior and Super Senior divisions.

There’s a new golf book recently out and it has received great acclaim. “One for the Memory Banks” by Luke Reese explores the people, the courses, and the stories of the game we love from across the pond. Read our interview with the author and buy the book for yourself or as a gift! NCGA Travel Insiders receive $10 off the cover price.

To purchase, use code ‘NCGA’ at www.thememorybanks.com for $10 off the cover price. Enjoy!

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Nov. 21-22 | Poppy Hills Golf Course

Championship Page 

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