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Deadline Tuesday
Tuesday is the deadline to register for the Mid-Amateur & Senior Metropolitan Championship, set for August 31–September 1 at Dayton Country Club. The 36-hole stroke-play championship includes divisions for Mid-Amateurs (25–49) and Seniors (50–64, 65–74 and 75+). Adding to the stakes this year, the Overall Senior Metropolitan Champion will receive an exemption into the Final Stage of U.S. Senior Open Qualifying in 2027. Registration closes thisTuesday, August 25 at 11:59 p.m. — if you’re planning to play, don’t miss the deadline!

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Support CSU Golf
The Central State Marauder Golf Classic returns on Friday, August 28 at Jasper Hills Golf Club. The day begins with registration and the driving range opening at 7:00 a.m., followed by an 8:00 a.m. shotgun start and lunch and auction at 1:00 p.m. Whether you’re ready to tee it up, support the event as a sponsor, or make a donation, it’s a great opportunity to enjoy a day of golf while supporting Central State University.

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Stewart Returns
We’re pleased to welcome Ben Stewart, PGA, back to the Miami Valley as the new Head Golf Professional at Piqua Country Club. Ben returns to the area after more than five years as Head Golf Professional at Grand Harbor Golf and Beach Club in Vero Beach, Florida. He previously spent seven years at Walnut Grove Country Club and began his golf career at Greene Country Club. Ben is expected to begin his new role in mid-September.
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It's That Time Again!
As we move into late summer, many courses throughout the Miami Valley will begin aerifying greens. While no golfer looks forward to putting on freshly aerified surfaces, the short-term inconvenience is an important investment in better conditions. Aerification relieves soil compaction, improves air and water movement, manages organic matter and promotes healthier turf — all of which contribute to firmer, smoother and more consistent greens over time. The USGA Green Section has a great explanation of the process and why it matters in The Ins and Outs of Golf Course Aeration.
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Steen Stumper
In stroke play, a player’s ball which is visible and identifiable in a bunker, moves when they remove a loose impediment in the bunker. What penalty does the player get?

A. No penalty under Rule 9.4, and they must replace the ball and the loose impediment.
B. One stroke under Rule 9.4 and they must replace the ball, but not the loose impediment.
C. One stroke under Rule 9.4 and they must replace the ball and the loose impediment.
D. Two strokes under Rule 15.1a, no penalty under Rule 9.4 as long as they replace the ball. If they fail to replace the ball, two additional penalty strokes under Rule 9.4. There is no requirement to replace the loose impediment.

Last Weeks Question: 40% of you got the Question Correct!

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Former Champs Win
Two-time Metropolitan Champions Austin Schoonmaker and Gilkison captured the inaugural Ohio Team Championship at NCR Country Club, closing with a 62 to finish 16-under. The two-man gross event brings together any two-player team from across Ohio for a statewide championship.
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MVTI is Thursday
The 33rd Miami Valley Team Invitational takes center stage this Thursday, August 27, at Dayton Country Club, bringing together 10 area clubs for one of the Miami Valley’s most unique team competitions. Eight-player teams will compete over 27 holes in three formats — Four-Ball, Foursomes and Individual Stroke Play — Expected to compete are CCN, Dayton, Moraine, NCR, Piqua, Springfield, Sugar Valley, Sycamore Creek, Troy and Walnut Grove. NCR enters as the two-time defending champion and will look to make it three straight against a strong field of Miami Valley clubs.
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Perry Puzzlers
A golfer's 20-score record currently has eight counting differentials ranging from 4.0 to 7.0. They post an 8.0 differential, and their previous 20th score was a non-counting 12.0. What happens to their Handicap Index, assuming no other adjustments?
A. It increases
B. It decreases
C. It remains unchanged
D. The Soft Cap activates

Think you know the answer, click on this link to take the poll and learn the answer

Last Question: 91% of you got the Question Correct!

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USNDP Scholarship Program

The USGA has opened applications for the 2027 U.S. National Development Program (USNDP) Grant, offering need-based grants of up to $15,000 to help promising junior golfers continue their competitive development.

The program reimburses eligible families for tournament entry fees, travel, equipment, practice and green fees, coaching, and other approved athlete development expenses. Recipients also gain access to exclusive educational webinars and the Accel Golf performance tracking platform.

Applications remain open through October 31, 2026, and families are encouraged to begin the process early. If you know a talented junior golfer who could benefit from this opportunity, we strongly encourage you to learn more.

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Play Golf Ohio License Plate
PGA REACH Southern Ohio and the Northern Ohio PGA Golf Foundation recently announced the launch of a new license plate, 'Play Golf Ohio,' to support the growth of the game.

Each purchase of the license plate will include a $15 donation to the Northern Ohio PGA Section Foundation and the Southern Ohio PGA Golf Foundation. These programs support youth initiatives, people with disabilities and veterans all through golf.

The license plate is expected to be available for purchase in late 2026.

For more information, please visit OPLATES.com

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Classic Postponed
The 2026 DDWGA Classic at Miami Valley Golf Club has been postponed to Monday, October 19. Registration has been reopened for the new date, and teams that need to withdraw or make changes to their entries may do so through Golf Genius or by contacting us at events@mvgolf.org. We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and look forward to a great day at Miami Valley Golf Club in October!
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Miami Valley Golf Events

8/31 – 09/01 – Sr & Mid-Am - Dayton
9/8 - Doubles Championship
10/19 - DDWGA Classic

Miami Valley Golf
263 Regency Ridge Dr.
Dayton, OH 45459
info@mvgolf.org
VM - 937.294.6842
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