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<description>Join us on Saturday, March 21st at 9am at Sugar Valley Golf Club as we review the most discussed Rules of Golf and get prepared for the season ahead. A suggested donation of $25 is appreciated, but not required, and all funds raised will support our Youth on Course activities.</description>
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<description>Jeff Jones      -  Jeff Jones   is a Miami Valley Golf volunteer and has been a member of NCR Country Club for the past 32 years. His love for the game began early, when he caddied and worked on the ground&amp;rsquo;s maintenance crew at Tippecanoe Country Club in Canfield, Ohio during his teenage [...]</description>
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<title>Join Us April 16</title>
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<description>Season Kickoff Celebration         - Please join us for our first-ever  Tee Off to the Season  event on Thursday, April 16, from 5:30&amp;ndash;8:00 PM at Eudora Brewing Company (3022 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45429), in the Thunderball Room.  This casual evening is a great way to kick off the s [...]</description>
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<title>Course Ratings Explained</title>
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<description>How Are Golf Courses Rated?            What Our Course Rating Team Evaluates            One of the most common questions asked of Miami Valley Golf team members is, &amp;ldquo;How are golf courses rated?&amp;rdquo; There isn&amp;rsquo;t a short answer &amp;mdash;      but here&amp;rsquo;s a clear look at what o [...]</description>
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<title>What to Watch For</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>After Extended Snow Cover &amp;mdash; Spring Concerns &amp; Turf Health    - As winter gives way to spring and snow begins to melt on golf courses, grounds crews and superintendents shift focus to recovery and early-season turf health. While snow can serve as a protective insulator, prolonged cov [...]</description>
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<title>February Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Doug Hill        - Doug Hill  is a dedicated Miami Valley Golf volunteer whose lifelong passion for the game began at just eight years old, when his father first had him caddy. That early introduction sparked a love for golf that has stayed with Doug ever since. Today, he is a familiar face to [...]</description>
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<title>From the Archives</title>
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<description>Muni-Golf in Springfield       - In 1921, public golf in Springfield took its first swing&amp;mdash;and changed the city forever. In this first installment of our Springfield Golf History series, we look back at the birth of Muni-Links at Snyder Park, its explosive popularity, early champions, and [...]</description>
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<title>January Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Bob Holz      - Bob Holz   is a new volunteer with Miami Valley Golf and a long-time resident of the region. He resides in   Lebanon, Ohio   and has lived in the   Miami Valley for nearly 40 years.   He considers himself fortunate to have played many of the area&amp;rsquo;s great courses. His favo [...]</description>
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<title>A National Golf Test Case</title>
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<description>National Links Trust and the Future of Washington, D.C. &amp;rsquo; s Public Golf Courses          -  Why This Matters in the Miami Valley     Miami Valley Golf&amp;rsquo;s long-standing vision closely aligns with the mission of the National Links Trust (NLT), particularly regarding the role of public [...]</description>
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<description>DDWGA Scholarship Application Open         - Since its inception in 1996, the DDWGA Scholarship Awards have been a symbol of excellence and achievement for High School Females connected to the game of golf.  This prestigious award has recognized and rewarded the most deserving young women who [...]</description>
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<title>Most Rounds</title>
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<description>Posted in 2025       - This past Active Golf Season in the Miami Valley was one for the grinders, the explorers, and the score posters. When the rounds were tallied across our 261-day season, two names sat at the top: Gail Moore and Tom Condron. Each logged an amazing 175 eighteen-hole rounds, [...]</description>
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<title>December Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Marilynn Rowe         -   Marilynn   is a longtime Tipp City resident whose life reflects commitment&amp;mdash;to her community, her family, and the game of golf. She has served as a Miami Valley Golf volunteer for one year as a scorer, spotter and registration assistant, offering her time and exp [...]</description>
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<title>How PCC Shapes Fair Handicaps!</title>
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<description>Understanding the Playing Conditions Calculation (PCC)   - A Miami Valley Golf Perspective          - The World Handicap System&amp;reg;, introduced in January 2020, includes several safeguards to protect the accuracy of every golfer&amp;rsquo;s Handicap Index&amp;reg;. One of the most important is the [...]</description>
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<title>Beavercreek to Host</title>
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<description>The 104th Metropolitan Moves to New Dates in 2026        The 104th Metropolitan Championship will shift to new dates and days in 2026, while fully retaining its exemption structure. The Champion will continue to earn a  direct exemption into the U.S. Amateur Championship to be played in 2026 [...]</description>
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<title>Player of the Year</title>
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<description>TJ Kreusch is our 2025 Player of the Year             - TJ Kreusch has earned the 2025 Player of the Year title with a total of 620 points. His season was highlighted by a tie for 3rd in the Metropolitan Championship, top-20 finishes in both the U.S. Open and U.S. Amateur Local Qualifiers, an [...]</description>
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<title>Unpacking Your Course&#8217;s Numbers</title>
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<description>Course Rating and Slope        - Ever wonder what Miami Valley Golf course raters actually see when they step onto a tee box? Once you understand the USGA Course Rating System&amp;trade;, every fairway, bunker and landing area reveals data you can&amp;rsquo;t unsee.  From measuring effective playing [...]</description>
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<title>Miami Golf Team Auction</title>
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<description>Bid Today!            -  This auction supports the Miami University Golf Team andoffers outstanding opportunities to bid on premier packages that directlybenefit Miami&amp;rsquo;s student-athletes. From golf getaways at top U.S. clubs toexclusive game-day experiences and inside access to Miami At [...]</description>
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<title>Mid Am Player of the Year</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 7 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Pandya Named            - Miami Valley Golf has named  Dhaivat Pandya  its  2025 Player of the Year , recognizing his consistent play throughout the season in both state and regional events.  In his  first year of eligibility , after turning 25 last December, Pandya made an immediate impact o [...]</description>
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<title>A Community Gem</title>
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<description>Brandon Johnson &amp;ndash; Serving, Competing, and Growing the Game        In the Miami Valley Golf community, few names carry the same blend of service, competition, and heart as  Brandon Johnson . A husband, new father, and veteran, Brandon has become a driving force behind programs like  Doub [...]</description>
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<title>Sr Player of the Year</title>
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<description>Samborsky Named         - Miami Valley Golf is pleased to recognize Peter Samborsky II as 2025 Senior Player of the Year, marking his fourth overall Player of the Year honor and his first in the Senior Division.    A longtime standout in the Miami Valley golf community and one of the area&amp;rsq [...]</description>
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<title>November Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Jeff Buerschen     -Jeff Buerschen lives in Beavercreek, Ohio, where he enjoys an active and fulfilling retirement. After a distinguished career with the City of Huber Heights Division of Fire, Jeff retired from the fire service and began dedicating more time to his lifelong interest in golf. [...]</description>
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<title>Rejoining the Ranks</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The Process of Regaining Amateur Status        - The United States Golf Association (USGA) allows former professional golfers to apply for reinstatement as amateurs, a process that has drawn renewed public attention of late. Each year, roughly 800 professionals&amp;mdash;including tour, club, and [...]</description>
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<title>Team MVG Wins</title>
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<description>The 2st Ohio IntraState        - For the  sixth time in the event&amp;rsquo;s 21 editions , the team representing  Miami Valley Golf  claimed victory in the  Ohio IntraState Matches , a biennial competition bringing together six-person teams from each of Ohio&amp;rsquo;s Amateur Golf Associations.  Th [...]</description>
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<title>October Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Rob Aleksa        - Rob has dedicated over a decade as a   volunteer Rules Official with Miami Valley Golf    ,    where his steady presence and deep knowledge of the game have made him a valued figure in the Ohio golf community. Beyond Miami Valley, he also serves as a    Rules Official and [...]</description>
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<title>NCR Storms Back to Win</title>
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<description>The 31st Miami Valley Team Invitational        - The 31st playing of the  Miami Valley Team Invitational   took place this past Thursday (9/11/25) at   Springfield Country Club  , and it was a memorable day of competition across all three formats.  Format of Play  The Invitational features thr [...]</description>
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<title>Thank You to...</title>
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<description>Our Golf Course Superintendents       - As another golf season passes Labor Day, it&amp;rsquo;s important to pause and recognize the people who make the game possible every day&amp;mdash;our golf course superintendents. Challenging Conditions in the Miami Valley  This year has tested every superintend [...]</description>
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<title>Fryman, Elliott, Greenwood, and Snow</title>
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<description>Capture Titles at Senior and Mid-Amateur Metropolitan Championship        - The 2025 Senior and Mid-Amateur Metropolitan Championship concluded with strong competition and impressive performances across all divisions.   Champions Crowned:      John Fryman  &amp;ndash; Senior Metropolitan Champion [...]</description>
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<title>September Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>John Keferl       - John Keferl has been a dedicated volunteer with Miami Valley Golf for more than ten years and is an active member of Walnut Grove Country Club. His passion for golf began at the age of ten, when a neighbor across the street gave him her set of MacGregor wooden-shaft clubs. [...]</description>
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<title>Local Standout Marissa Wenzler</title>
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<description>Making Her Mark On and Off the Course      - Earlier this week, I had the chance to tee it up with  Marissa Wenzler  and her older brother  Ryan &amp;mdash;and let me tell you, they both  hit absolute bombs . It was a great reminder of just how much talent this family brings to the game and how ex [...]</description>
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<title>An Update On</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The Miami Valley Player of the Year Points Race         - As the season heads into its final stretch, the Mid-Amateur and Senior Metropolitan Championships will serve as the last major opportunities for players to secure points in the  Miami Valley Player of the Year Race  . While these ev [...]</description>
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<title>A Groundbreaking Project</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The GolfNEXT Studio                     -    To Watch A Video Overview    -        A groundbreaking project set to revolutionize the way our community engages with the sport of golf.    The GolfNext Studio will be an integral part of the Premier Health YMCA campus, a collaborative effort with [...]</description>
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<title>Rice Honored</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>As 2025 Classic Honoree        - It is with deep appreciation that the Dayton District Women&amp;rsquo;s Golf Association (DDWGA) recognized  Mary Rice  as the 2025 Classic Honoree for   Women Who Have Made a Difference in the Game  .  Mary&amp;rsquo;s service to the game in the Miami Valley has been [...]</description>
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<title>Classic Won By</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Host Team from Sugar Valley         - The DDWGA Classic was hosted at Sugar Valley on Monday, August 18th under warm and clear skys.  Thanks to Head Golf Professional Kerry Nelson, Food and Beverage Director Lea Rector, and Golf Course Superintendent Paul Double as well as all the Members and [...]</description>
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<title>Courant Low Scorer</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Third Masters Review         - Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Masters Event at the Country Club of the North. We appreciate your support and hope you enjoyed the day. We also thank the members and staff of CCN for their hospitality, with special recognition to Golf Course Superint [...]</description>
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<title>Another Great Class</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 8 Aug 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>A Big Thank You        - A heartfelt thank you to our four interns &amp;mdash; Drew, Morgan, Marisa, and Leiahnni (pictured) &amp;mdash; as they prepare to head back to school. They represent the 29th class of interns since the program began in 1996. This program&amp;rsquo;s success would not be possible [...]</description>
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<title>August Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Janet Bly      - Janet Bly is a passionate golfer, dedicated volunteer, and retired public service leader with deep roots in the Miami Valley community. She is a member of Sugar Valley Golf Club, and an active player with the Dayton Chapter of LPGA Amateurs, frequently enjoying rounds at Sugar [...]</description>
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<title>Cors Wins Metropolitan Title</title>
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<description>Previous Records Broken       - Ben Cors won the 103rd Metropolitan Championship with an impressive 4-day total of 23-under par, breaking last year's record of 19-under par set by Tyler Goecke. A second round score of 62 by Cors also broke the competitive course record at Windy Knoll Golf Club [...]</description>
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<title>Miami Valley To Host</title>
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<description>The Inaugural Doubles Championship       - The first-ever  Doubles Regional Championship   will take place this   Monday, September 8   at   Miami Valley Golf Club  , beginning at   1:00 PM  . This two-player team event will be played in a   Scramble format  , with the winning teams advancing [...]</description>
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<title>100 Play At Walnut Grove</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 13 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>In the DDWGA Twin Best Ball        - The DDWGA Twin Best Ball event began with a shotgun start at 1:00pm on Monday, July 14, at Walnut Grove County Club. The event was rescheduled from June 30 due to rain. A field of 100 players teed off on a warm afternoon with a few scattered showers in the [...]</description>
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<title>Yeazell and Park Tie for Medalist</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>At Walnut Grove Country Club       - Ellie Yeazell and Eileen Park tied for medalist honors at the 2025 U.S. Women's Amateur Qualifier at Walnut Grove Country Club. Both players carded a 3-under par 69.  Sixty-five players competed in Thursday&amp;rsquo;s qualifier at Walnut Grove under humid cond [...]</description>
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<title>July Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Theresa Ewing      - Theresa Ewing of Tipp City is a passionate and active member of the MiamiValley golf community, serving for over six years as a dedicated volunteerscorer. A regular competitor in local leagues at Cassel Hills, Twin Base, andMeadowbrook golf courses, Theresa&amp;rsquo;s enthusi [...]</description>
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<title>2026 U.S. Senior Open</title>
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<description>46th U.S. Senior Open Hosted by Scioto Country Club       Tickets are on sale now for the 46th U.S. Senior Open in Columbus on June 29-July 5, 2026.  Multiple packages are available for purchase, depending on preference. Weekly gallery tickets allow access to the course, grandstands, and conce [...]</description>
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<title>Stressful Conditions</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Brought On By Excessive Heat        Most golfers don't often consider the time and effort that our turf crews put into our local golf facilities. In stressful conditions like we have been experiencing of late, our turf leaders must consider not only agronomic stresses, but those of our crews [...]</description>
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<title>15 on the Road to the Olympic Club</title>
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<description>2025 US Am Local Q Recap        Gowtham Nalluri (Novi, MI) was medalist with a 68 (-3) at the local U.S. Amateur Qualifier at Moraine Country Club on Monday, June 23. Despite the stifling heat, Nalluri had impressive front and back nine scores of 34. The rising junior at the University of Detroit [...]</description>
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<title>Wilke and Varner Under Par</title>
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<description>Wilke and Varner Both Under Par in Their Division Flights          - The second Masters event was hosted by Urbana Country Club on Monday, June 16, with a field of 71 competitors. The Dye course was designed by both P.B. and &quot;Pink&quot; Dye with a rich history.  The warm morning quickly gave way [...]</description>
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<title>Who Won ?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>The US Open Contest       - While J.J. Spaun was the big winner at last week&amp;rsquo;s U.S.Open, it&amp;rsquo;s worth noting that he competed in the U.S. Open Final Qualifier atSpringfield CC just two years ago. Although he didn&amp;rsquo;t qualify that year, hemade history by becoming the first player [...]</description>
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<title>A New Statewide Platform</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Ohio.Golf        A new digital home for Ohio golf has officially launched.  Ohio.Golf   is a statewide initiative designed to become a comprehensive hub for everything related to golf in Ohio&amp;mdash;from tournaments and results to news, images, and player stories.  This collaborative effort bri [...]</description>
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<title>Now July 21st</title>
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<description>100 Hole Hike Postponed to July 21st          (To Register)                       Date:   Monday, July 21, 2025    Time:  6:00 AM &amp;ndash; 8:00 PM  Location:  Miami Valley Golf Club, 3311 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406  Hosted By:  Miami Valley Golf  Benefiting:  Youth on Course   Walk 100 Holes. [...]</description>
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<title>Four Heading to Oakmont</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 4 Jun 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Haefner Headlines as Four Qualify for 125th U.S. Open at Springfield Country Club         - On a picture-perfect Monday for golf, 82 hopefuls teed off at Springfield Country Club in the final step toward qualifying for the 125th U.S. Open. By day  &amp;rsquo;  s end, four players had punched their [...]</description>
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<title>Smith Returns</title>
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<description>From the 2025 USGA - PJ Boatwright Summit          - Greetings, my name is Leiahnni Smith. I am a rising senior business administration scholar and member of the women&amp;rsquo;s golf team at Bethune Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida. This summer I am blessed with the opportunity to be [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio Am Q Review</title>
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<description>Qualifier at NCR CC         Four players shared medalist honors at the 2025 Ohio Amateur Championship Qualifier held this past Tuesday at NCR. Isaak Ramsey, Luke Grilliot, Davis Gochenouer, and Shane Ochs each had 1-under-par round of 69 to top the leaderboard.      A full field of 144 players [...]</description>
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<title>In the Spotlight</title>
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<description>June Volunteer       - Chuck Craft lives in Waynesville, where he enjoys an active and fulfilling retirement centered around family, fitness, and his enduring love for golf. A     year into volunteering with Miami Valley Golf, Chuck serves as a walking scorer and forecaddie, offering his time [...]</description>
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<description>Exclusive Auction Opportunities             - For the next few weeks, we&amp;rsquo;re offering opportunities to play at some of the Miami Valley&amp;rsquo;s private clubs! &amp;#9971;&amp;#65039;&amp;#127775; These opportunities are available only through our online auction!        &amp;#127948;&amp;#65039;&amp;zwj;&amp;#97 [...]</description>
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<title>Four Advance</title>
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<description>Off To US Senior Open       -  Dave Bunker  , Canadian amateur and member of the   Ontario Golf Hall of Fame  , was   medalist   at the US Senior Open Final Qualifier at Piqua Country Club. The 3-time champion of the   Canadian Men&amp;rsquo;s Mid-Am   carded an impressive   5-under-par   67 with [...]</description>
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<title>Considerations for Family Tees</title>
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<description>Enhancing Playability for All Skill Levels        - Properly designed Family Tees create an optimal playing experience for golfers of all skill levels by ensuring fair and enjoyable course layouts. These tees should be strategically placed to maintain challenge and playability while shortenin [...]</description>
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<title>Scholars Announced</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 8 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>DDWGA to Honor 2025 Scholarship Recipients at Spring Shamble            - Since its inception in 1996, the DDWGA Scholarship Awards have stood as a beacon of excellence and achievement for high school females connected to the game of golf. This prestigious program has recognized young women wh [...]</description>
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<title>Groff, Fisher Set Pace</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 6 May 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Groff and Fisher Top the Field at Season&amp;rsquo;s First Masters Event at Troy Country Club           - The 2025 Masters season teed off on Monday, May 5, at Troy Country Club, where players battled through overcast and dreary conditions to compete in the season&amp;rsquo;s first event. Despite the [...]</description>
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<title>May Volunteer</title>
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<description>In the Spotlight          -  Roger Sorey, a Centerville resident, has been a volunteer with Miami Valley Golf for the past four years, serving variance roles. His love for  the game runs deep, sparked early on through the influence of his father and grandfather. Today, Roger is a member of S [...]</description>
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<description>A great day was had by all!        - Thanks to all those who played in the Miami Valley Golf Spring Better Ball!      Thanks also to  Midwest Security Services , Terry Rogers and his crew for their Partnership with yesterday's Event.         Thanks as well to NCR Country Club Members and S [...]</description>
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<description>A Lifelong Commitment to Service, Golf and Community      -    Al Schoolcraft, a dedicated volunteer and community leader, has made valuable contributions to Miami Valley Golf over the past 11 years. As the Men's Course Rating Chair and a member of the Executive Committee, Al &amp;rsquo;  s leade [...]</description>
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<title>Watch Party</title>
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<description>Masters Friday         - Join us   Friday, April 11, from 2:30 to 6:30 PM   at the   NCR Performance Center   for a   Masters Watch Party  , presented by   The Gillen Group (Local Real Estate Experts)    Enjoy a  Putting Contest, Skills Challenge, and Masters-themed snacks , all in support [...]</description>
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<title>Putt For the Future</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>A Fun Putting Contest with a Purpose!            - Looking for a fun and competitive way to test your putting skills while supporting the next generation of golfers? Putt for the Future is your chance to do both! This exciting putting contest is popping up at area courses and select Miami Val [...]</description>
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<title>Tri-City Announced</title>
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<description>TRI-CITY ANNOUNCED         The annual Tri-City event has long been a staple in the Southern Ohio women&amp;rsquo;s golf community.  Each year, teams from Cincinnati, Columbus and Dayton gather for this event that is both competitive and social.  The event is held the first Tuesday of August and rotate [...]</description>
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<title>Doubles Golf Expands 2025</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 21 Mar 2025 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>A Great Format for Everyone         - Great news for both seasoned golfers and those looking to take up the game!  Doubles Golf &amp;mdash;an exciting, fast-paced format that emphasizes teamwork and camaraderie&amp;mdash;is expanding across the Miami Valley in 2025 following a successful pilot in 202 [...]</description>
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<title>New Season is Upon Us!</title>
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<description>Score Posting goes Live       - The  Miami Valley golf season  is underway, and  score posting is now active . Maintaining an accurate  Handicap Index&amp;reg;  is key to  fair play and personal improvement . It provides all golfers&amp;mdash;regardless of  age, gender, or skill level &amp;mdash;with a st [...]</description>
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<title>Pinehurst Hosted</title>
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<description>USGA Annual Meeting        - The United States Golf Association (USGA) of which Miami Valley Golf is an Allied Association convened its 2025 Annual Meeting at Pinehurst Resort in North Carolina, where Fred Perpall began his final year as USGA president, and Kevin Hammer of Boynton Beach, Flor [...]</description>
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<title>1st Contest of the Year</title>
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<description>The Players Contest is Open for Selections         -  Looking for a fun and competitive way to test your golf knowledge throughout the season? Join our   Miami Valley Golf Major&amp;rsquo;s Challenge!   &amp;#127948;&amp;#65039;&amp;zwj;&amp;#9794;&amp;#65039;&amp;#9971;    Our first contest of the year,  The Players Ch [...]</description>
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<title>A Pathway to the US Amateur</title>
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<description>103rd Metropolitan Championship        - A Pathway to the U.S. Amateur      - As we gear up for the 2025 season, the 103rd Miami Valley Metropolitan Championship promises to be one of the most significant events on the Miami Valley Golf calendar. Hosted at Windy Knoll Golf Club from July 24 t [...]</description>
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<title>In Memory</title>
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<description>Mike Dempsey        - 1955-2025       - It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of  Mike Dempsey , a cherished member of our golf community. Born  November 13, 1955 , Mike was a  graduate of Archbishop Alter High School  and a longtime resident of  Dayton, Ohio . He passed away o [...]</description>
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<title>The Heart of Golf</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Celebrating Volunteerism in Our Community         - Golf is more than just a game. It&amp;rsquo;s a community, a shared passion, and for many, a way to give back. At the core of our sport are the dedicated volunteers who ensure smooth operations, provide a welcoming atmosphere, and enhance the ex [...]</description>
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<title>USGA Annual Meeting</title>
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<description>Set to Take Place at Pinehurst         - The United States Golf Association (USGA) is set to host its  Annual Meeting tomorrow in Pinehurst, North Carolina , bringing together leaders, administrators, and stakeholders from across the golf world to discuss the future of the game. This event se [...]</description>
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<title>For the Ladies</title>
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<description>LPGA Amateurs Vitual Community        -   Looking to connect, learn, and play more golf with an incredible community of women? The  LPGA Amateurs Virtual Community   is your gateway to friendships, fun, and personal growth in the game! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting, this v [...]</description>
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<title>March Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Betse O'Keefe        -Betse O'Keefe has been a dedicated volunteer with Miami Valley Golf for five years, bringing her passion for the game and love of community to the organization. A member of Sycamore Creek Country Club, her journey into golf began as a friendly push from her friends, who [...]</description>
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<title>A New Chapter</title>
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<description>Sugar Valley Golf Club: Grand Re-Opening Under New Ownership         - For over half a century,  Sugar Valley Golf Club  has been a part of the Bellbrook community, offering a solid golf and social experience. Now, under the leadership of new owners  Dalton and Melissa Dodd , the club is step [...]</description>
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<title>Sumner Arrives</title>
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<description>As Donor Engagement Coordinator         - Miami Valley Golf welcomes Jessica Sumner as its new Donor Engagement Coordinator. In this role, Jessica will lead efforts to build and strengthen donor relationships, implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, and support programs that align wit [...]</description>
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<title>Women's Ohio Open Returns</title>
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<description>To Heatherwoode GC         - The 2025 Ohio Women&amp;rsquo;s Open is set to take place at Heatherwoode Golf Club in Springboro, Ohio, on June 6-7, 2025, marking the second year of the event's rebirth under the Southern Ohio PGA&amp;rsquo;s leadership. A fundraising Pro-Am will precede the championshi [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio Junior Series</title>
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<description>2025 Schedule        - The Ohio Junior Series is set to kick off its second season, continuing its mission to provide competitive opportunities for junior golfers across the state. This series is designed to help young players develop their skills in a structured, high-level environment while [...]</description>
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<title>Steen Joins Team</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>As Director of Rules and Competition         - Miami Valley Golf is pleased to announce that Marissa Steen, an accomplished LPGA professional, has joined the organization as its new Director of Rules and Competitions. With an impressive playing career that includes competing on the LPGA Tour [...]</description>
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<title>Ritter Named Head Coach</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>of Cedarville University Golf Programs            -  Rich Ritter has been named the new head coach of Cedarville University &amp;rsquo; s men &amp;rsquo; s and women &amp;rsquo; s golf teams. He will be the first-ever head coach of the Lady Jackets &amp;rsquo;  golf program and will take over the men's team [...]</description>
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<title>Spring BB Opens</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>For Registration         - Registration is now open for the Spring Better Ball, set to take place on Monday, April 28, 2025, at NCR Country Club. This two-man team event features Scratch, Net, Senior Scratch, and Senior Net divisions, with the South Course hosting Gross events and the North C [...]</description>
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<title>League Management Services</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>League Management Through Golf Genius        - Provided By Miami Valley Golf         - Golf Genius offers many innovative features and powerful tools to help you manage your league. It  &amp;rsquo;    s a time management tool that allows for league administrators to effectively manage their time [...]</description>
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<title>February Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Ron Flohre        - Ron has been a dedicated member of the Miami Valley Golf community for the past 10 years, resides in Beavercreek, Ohio and has volunteered as a forecaddie, scorer, and registration assistant. His commitment to the game stems from a lifelong passion ignited by rounds of gol [...]</description>
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<title>Play More Golf Results</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Play More Golf Challenge Results         The Play More Golf Challenge encourages golfers to post more rounds during the active season from Mid-March to the end of November. The 2024 winners are&amp;hellip;      Winning the Drawing was Jim Snyder!   Jim posted 89 rounds in the 2024 season- which i [...]</description>
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<title>Transforming the Golfer Experience</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Coming to the Miami Valley        - This season and in partnership with the USGA, Miami Valley Golf will role out the Best Tee Program to our Member Clubs who would like to take part in the Program.      Transforming the Golfer Experience in Partnership with the USGA     Golf is a game rich i [...]</description>
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<title>Alfes Joins MVG Team</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Meet Marisa Alfes          - Academic and Athletic Excellence   Marisa Alfes is a student-athlete at Ohio Northern University, majoring in Management with minors in Finance and Entrepreneurship. She is the captain of the ONU Women  &amp;rsquo; s Golf Team, has qualified for the 2024 NCAA D3 Women [...]</description>
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<title>The Future of Golf ?</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>TGL Players Reflect on the &amp;lsquo;Future of Golf&amp;rsquo;          - By Craig Dolch &amp;bull; January 10, 2025    Shared with the permission of Global Golf Post. To subscribe or join, click  here .   Shane Lowry of The Bay Golf Club hits the first tee shot in TGL history.  Megan Briggs, TGL Golf vi [...]</description>
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<title>Course Consulting</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 2 Jan 2025 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Services from the USGA         - The USGA's Course Consulting Service (CCS) is a practical resource for golf facilities looking to improve course conditions and maintenance practices. Delivered by knowledgeable agronomists, the service provides straightforward recommendations tailored to your [...]</description>
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<title>January Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Jim Snyder        - Jim Snyder, a dedicated golf enthusiast and Miami Valley Golf volunteer, lives in New Carlisle and has been a volunteer for five years. Jim has contributed as a walking scorer, including events such as the US Open Final. A member of Springfield Country Club, he first foun [...]</description>
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<title>A Year to Remember</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 27 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Celebrating 2024 Successes and Looking Ahead to 2025          - As 2024 draws to a close, Miami Valley Golf reflects on a year of   progress, innovation, and impactful investments   that have strengthened the game of golf in our community and beyond. Building on golf  &amp;rsquo;  s unprecedented [...]</description>
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<title>Best Images from 2024</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Relive the highlights of 2024 through our best images, capturing the essence of passion, perseverance, and moments that defined the year. Click the story headline to explore the full gallery and celebrate the journey with us&#8212;one stunning shot at a time...</description>
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<title>New Team Member</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 18 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Morgan Rodgers          - Is attending Ohio University, majoring in Journalism in the Scripps program. With aspirations to write for a golf magazine or news outlet, she also plays golf for Ohio University. Collegiate golf has instilled in her an appreciation for opportunities and the importan [...]</description>
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<title>Springfield Area to Host</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Dec 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>For the Second Time         - The 103rd Metropolitan Championship will take center stage at Windy Knoll Golf Club from July 24th-27th, marking its return to the course for the first time since 2010. That year, Jeff Scohy claimed victory with a 4-under-par finish, edging Michael Bernard by two [...]</description>
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<title>Looking to 2025</title>
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<description>Our 2025 Event Schedule        - As we look ahead to the 2025 golf season, an exciting lineup of events promises to set the stage for another unforgettable year. Kicking off the action is the traditional  Spring Better Ball  , hosted on both the North and South Courses at NCR Country Club on [...]</description>
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<title>December Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Tracy Murray       -Tracy Murray is a dedicated and passionate advocate for golf and community service, bringing her love for the sport and her commitment to education and volunteerism to every role she undertakes. A resident of Tipp City, Ohio, Tracy has been a Miami Valley Golf volunteer f [...]</description>
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<title>Goecke Finishes on Top</title>
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<description>Player of the Year         - Tyler Goecke, a Xenia resident and graduate of Carroll High School and Wright State University, has been named the 2024 Miami Valley Golf Player of the Year. Goecke &amp;rsquo; s exceptional season was highlighted by his commanding 8-shot victory at the 102nd Metropol [...]</description>
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<title>Sr. Player of the Year</title>
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<description>Betzold Retains         - Our Senior Player of the Year, Pete Betzold, had a another good season, securing this title for the second consecutive year and third overall. Pete&amp;rsquo;s performance included making the cut in the 102nd Metropolitan, a runner-up finish in the Senior Metropolitan, a [...]</description>
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<title>New Owners</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 1 Nov 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Sugar Valley GC Changes Hands        Dalton, Melissa, and Stella Dodd Acquire Sugar Valley Golf Club &amp;ndash; Expanding Their Commitment to Golf in Miami Valley         Bellbrook, OH &amp;ndash; Sugar Valley Golf Club in Bellbrook, Ohio, is now under new ownership as Dalton, Melissa, and Stella Do [...]</description>
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<title>A Great Day for Golf!</title>
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<description>For the 100 Hole Hike                   Parker Bont &amp; Evan Shibel with their Caddies      - The 2nd Annual 100 Hole Hike benefiting Youth on Course took place this past Monday, October 28th, at the historic Donald Ross-designed Miami Valley Golf Club. Despite a light frost delaying the start [...]</description>
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<title>Mid Am Player of the Year</title>
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<description>Haney Announced         - Bryce Haney has been named the 2024 Mid-Amateur Player of the Year. At 26, Bryce has now claimed his second Miami Vally Golf Award (last year he was Player of the Year), breaking Jeff Scohy's four-year run. Bryce, the 2021 Metropolitan Champion, earned points for his [...]</description>
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<title>Volunteer in the Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Leigh Baumgardner         - Leigh has been a Miami Valley Golf volunteer for four years. She is an active golfer, frequently playing at Dayton Country Club (DCC), where she has earned titles such as being on the DCC Team Player Net Championship Team, Mr. and Mrs. Club Champion 2023, and Membe [...]</description>
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<title>Delayed getting on the course?</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Frost delays vary with conditions. Frost makes grass brittle; walking on it can cause lasting damage. Low areas keep frost longer, and closely mown turf like greens is especially vulnerable. Shaded spots also delay thawing, extending wait times for golfers. For more...</description>
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<title>Rules of Play in the Fall</title>
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<description>I hit my ball into a pile of leaves, now what? - This involves what the Rules of Golf calls &#8220;loose impediments.&#8221; In other words, any unattached, natural objects that can be easily removed &#8211; things like stones, loose grass and yes, leaves. - Since 2019, golfers are allowed to...</description>
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<title>Mike OB O'Bryan Passes</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>4th President of Miami Valley Golf        - Mike &amp;ldquo;OB&amp;rdquo; O&amp;rsquo;Bryan, born on April 9, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, passed away on October 12, 2024, in Hendersonville, NC, after spending his entire life in Dayton. A devoted student and athlete, he was a 1965 graduate of Chaminade High Sc [...]</description>
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<title>Investing in our Future!</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 18 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Youth on Course and the 100-Hole Hike                   Last Year's Hikers     In the realm of junior golf, our area punches well above its weight. Year after year, we see young golfers not only compete but excel, growing both as athletes and individuals. However, this success doesn&amp;rsquo;t h [...]</description>
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<title>Play Golf and Support YOC</title>
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<description>The Youth on Course 100 Hole Hike season is here!     Our local 100 Hole Hike will take place on Monday, October 28th, at Miami Valley Golf Club&amp;mdash;a historic venue and one of the many facilities in our area that proudly supports or hosts the Youth on Course (YOC) program. Every dollar rai [...]</description>
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<title>All Districts Conclude</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 11 Oct 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Onto the State Championships       - The final District Championships for Division I teams took place at Pipestone Golf Club, with the top teams and individuals advancing to the OHSAA State High School Championships. The Boys Division I will compete on the South Course at NCR Country Club, wh [...]</description>
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<title>October Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Sara Sorey           - Sara Sorey is a familiar face in the Miami Valley Golf community, where she has spent the past five years volunteering as a scorer. She also finds immense joy playing golf regularly at Sycamore Creek Country Club, a course that has become a backdrop for many of her per [...]</description>
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<title>Celebration Wrap Up</title>
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<description>Won by the a Team from Sycamore Creek         - This past Monday, the annual Celebration Event took place at Dayton Country Club. In this variable best ball format, the team from Sycamore Creek, consisting of Roger Sorey, Joe Stomps, Doug O&amp;rsquo;Keefe, and Jon McDonald, claimed victory and a [...]</description>
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<title>Award Named in Honor of</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 20 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Doug Miller         - On Monday, September 16, Miami Valley Golf had the privilege of honoring Doug Miller at Dayton Country Club. Doug&amp;rsquo;s remarkable journey in support of the game began in 2001 when he first became a Course Rater. Not long after, he took on the role of Men&amp;rsquo;s Cours [...]</description>
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<title>Award Given to</title>
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<description>Sara Sorey        - On Monday, Miami Valley Golf recognized Sara as the Tournament Volunteer of the Year. Sara stepped up when we needed her most, beginning her volunteer journey during the challenging times of COVID. Since then, she has become a steadfast supporter of the game, contributing [...]</description>
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<title>The Celebration will be</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 13 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>At Historic Dayton CC          - The Celebration concludes our official Miami Valley Golf season, though your Miami Valley Golf team of volunteers and staff still manage or assist with a dozen high school events between Tuesday and mid-October.    The event wraps up the &quot;Official&quot; season with [...]</description>
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<title>Thank A Superintendent</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>September 12th is Golf Course Superintendent Day         - Tuesday, September 10, is Golf Course Superintendent Day, a perfect time to show gratitude to the hardworking turf crews and their leaders. These men and women play a crucial role in maintaining the beauty and playability of the cours [...]</description>
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<title>Locals Win</title>
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<description>2024 Ohio 2 Man Best Ball         - With a stellar second-round score of 63, Dhaivat Pandya and Mikkel Mathiesen captured the State 2-Man Best Ball Championship, held on September 9-10 at Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club in Sunbury, OH.    On the 18th tee, Pandya and Mathiesen were one shot behind [...]</description>
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<title>Historic Drought</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>How it's Affecting our Golf Facilities          - By the end of August, the U.S. Drought Monitor reported that approximately 1.32% of Ohio was experiencing D4-Exceptional Drought conditions. This marked the first time Ohio has been classified in the D4 category since the U.S. Drought Monitor [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio School Golf in Full Swing</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 6 Sep 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Road to State Starts Soon           - The high school golf season is in full swing, with conference tournaments either taking place or scheduled soon. Sixteen High School Sectionals will kick off on Tuesday, September 17, with Boys Division III action, and will wrap up on Monday, September 30 [...]</description>
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<title>A record win for NCR</title>
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<description>In the MVTI          - The 30th Miami Valley Team Invitational took place on Thursday, August 29, at Sugar Valley Golf Club under bright skies with little wind and very warm conditions. The competition featured area clubs fielding eight of their best players for a 27-hole stroke play event, s [...]</description>
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<title>September Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Mike Walpole       - Mike Walpole is a dedicated golf enthusiast and a resident of Kettering, Ohio. With a deep-rooted passion for the game, Mike has been an active volunteer with Miami Valley Golf for the past decade, contributing his time as a scorer and assisting in various support roles. [...]</description>
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<title>Free Trial of GHIN App</title>
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<description>The USGA along with it partner AGA's (Miami Valley Golf) has expanded access to its Golf Handicap Information Network&#174; (GHIN) mobile app presented by Sentry with the introduction of a 30-day free trial for golfers who want to track progress but don&#8217;t yet have a Handicap Index&#174;.</description>
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<title>Expanding our Impact</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Aug 2024 21:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>An Online Auction Featuring Ohio  &amp;rsquo;  s Prestigious and Historic Golf Venues           - Miami Valley Golf is grateful for your continued support of our Youth Programming. This year, in conjunction with the One Eye Open - an event that honors Tom Nikolai &amp;rsquo; s lifelong mission of pr [...]</description>
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<title>Great Day for Golf</title>
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<description>Sycamore Creek Hosted          - This past Monday, the third Masters Event of the year was held at Sycamore Creek Country Club, where some of our finest senior male golfers in our area competed under beautiful conditions. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who participated in this event. [...]</description>
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<title>Reynolds Honored</title>
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<description>as Contributor to Women's Golf Honoree        -  It is with great honor and deep appreciation that we recognize Betsy Reynolds for her decades of dedicated service to the Women's Game of Golf in the Dayton District. Betsy's commitment to the sport is matched only by a select few. Her leadersh [...]</description>
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<title>CCN Retains Classic Crystal</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 9 Aug 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>A Great Day for Golf         -  Thank you to everyone who participated in yesterday&amp;rsquo;s Classic at the Country Club of the North. Thanks to your support through the Course Raffle and 50/50 tickets, your organization was able to add $735 to the Scholarship Fund. This fund provided this yea [...]</description>
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<title>Ware's New Role</title>
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<description>Earlier this week Central State announced the hiring of William Ware as the new Head Coach for the Men's and Women's Golf Programs. Coach Ware, an Associate PGA professional with extensive experience in golf coaching and program development, is set to elevate Central State's golf programs to new hei</description>
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<title>30th MVTI</title>
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<description>Thursday, August    29th at Sugar Valley                   Walnut Grove Defending Champions     - The 2024 Miami Valley Team Invitational (MVTI) will take place on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Sugar Valley Golf Club.     Each team will consist of eight players, with four playing the fr [...]</description>
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<title>Dayton Captures Tri City</title>
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<description>For Fourth Year in a Row          - The Annual Tri-City Tournament, featuring some of the best female players from Cincinnati, Columbus, and Dayton, was hosted this year by Dayton Country Club on Tuesday, August 6th. This event employs a three-person format where each group includes one playe [...]</description>
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<title>Gilligan Wins Western</title>
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<description>With Record Longest Western Am        - From Western Golf Association Release (  See Orginal Article  )       The toughest test in amateur golf just saw its most grueling edition.  After both won a 19-hole match in the semifinals on Saturday morning, Florida teammates Ian Gilligan and Jack Tu [...]</description>
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<title>Leiahnni Joins MVG this summer</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 2 Aug 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Leiahnni Smith joins mvg this summer         - Leiahnni has spent this summer teaching kids the fundamentals of the game of golf in 2 summer camps through the Mulligans Golf Association in Lima, Ohio and Miami Valley Golf in Clayton, Ohio. Leiahnni has been helping both kids and women to give [...]</description>
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<title>Golf Hole History</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Has it Always Been the Same Size?          - Prior to 1891, if you can believe it, golf courses didn&amp;rsquo;t have a standard size cup.       Meaning as you traveled across Scotland prior to 1891 you might encounter holes of only 4 inches in diameter or those that were 5 1/2&amp;rdquo;. On top of [...]</description>
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<title>Brent Sipe Recognized</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>With the WGA Distinguished Service Award         - The WGA Distinguished Service Award was established to recognize individuals who have dedicated extraordinary time and effort to supporting youth caddies, the Evans Scholar Foundation, and the Western Golf Association. Brent first started cad [...]</description>
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<title>August Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Peggy Grunkemeyer       - Peggy Grunkemeyer has dedicated herself to a life rich in family, business, and community service. For the past five years, she has been a valuable volunteer with Miami Valley Golf, serving as a scorer and information volunteer. Her enthusiasm for the sport extends [...]</description>
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<title>Woods Wins Ohio Women's</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>State Amateur         - The 101st Women&amp;rsquo;s Ohio State Amateur Championship concluded on Thursday, July 25th, 2024. After four long days, multiple weather delays, and six rounds of golf, Gabby Woods claimed victory at Belmont Hills Country Club.    Woods emerged victorious in a true battl [...]</description>
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<title>Qualifying Times Released</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 26 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>For the Western Amateur         - The highly-anticipated Western Amateur will begin this Sunday, with qualifying on NCR 's  North Course. The field will be comprised of 84 talented players representing 22 states and two countries. These competitors will vie for one of the seven (7) coveted qu [...]</description>
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<title>How to Watch the Western Amateur</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 19 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Western Amateur Starts on Tuesday, July 30        - The 122nd Western Amateur Championship, featuring 156 of the best amateur players from 22 countries and 27 states, will tee off on Tuesday, July 30th. This prestigious event, known as the toughest test in amateur golf, will begin with a qual [...]</description>
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<title>Goecke Finishes Second</title>
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<description>In Ohio Amateur          - Tyler Goecke, the 2024 Miami Valley Metropolitan Champion, almost added another title to his impressive resume: Ohio Amateur Champion. Goecke had a three-shot lead going into the final round over last year's champion, Andrew Bailey. He maintained that lead through t [...]</description>
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<title>Three to Southern Hills</title>
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<description>On Thursday, July 11th, Walnut Grove CC will host the US Women's Amateur Qualifier. Sixty competitors from 11 states and four countries will vie for three spots in the 124th Women's Amateur, set for August 5-11 at Southern Hills. For More</description>
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<title>Mid Am and Senior Recap</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 9 Jul 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Bair Wins Senior Metropolitan, Scohy, Rodney, Snow Defend Titles           - Late in the day, with only three holes left to play, four players were tied for the lead in the Senior Metropolitan. Ryan Bowen, the Cedarville Golf Coach, fired the day&amp;rsquo;s lowest round and the only round in the [...]</description>
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<title>Twin Best Ball Recap</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Monday, July 1st under perfect weather conditions, the DDWGA hosted their 2nd tournament of 2024, the Twin Best Ball Event, at Dayton Country Club.  Winners were determined in 3 flights, with both net and gross teams awarded.  For More...</description>
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<title>USGA Team Rules 101</title>
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<description>Now's the Perfect Time          - The fall golf season will be here before we know it, making it the perfect time to introduce a new learning aid for your team: the USGA Team Rules 101 software! This innovative  FREE  tool is designed to enhance your team's understanding of the Rules of Golf, [...]</description>
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<title>July Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Jun 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Meggan Weaver        -Meggan Weaver, a devoted resident of Sidney, Ohio, has built a life rich in community service, family, and a love for golf. She lives with her husband, Jim Weaver, who introduced her to the game that has become a central part of their lives together.  Meggan's journey i [...]</description>
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<title>New Record Set</title>
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<description>New Record Set           - Tyler Goecke won the 102nd Metropolitan Championship by eight shots, finishing with a record-setting total of 19 under par. His victory was sealed with a string of birdies, but the final round was not without its drama. As the final group stood on the 13th tee, Goec [...]</description>
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<title>Goecke Leads by 6</title>
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<description>Tyler Goecke Leads by 6            - In the third round of the 102nd Metropolitan, Tyler Goecke extended his lead to six shots with an impressive score of 64. However, his streak of bogey-free golf ended with a bogey on the short par-4 14th hole. Goecke wasn't the only player to post a 64 today; [...]</description>
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<title>Goecke Moves to Top</title>
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<description>In 102nd Metropolitan Championship         Backing up his first-round 67 with a second-round 65, Tyler Goecke moved into the lead at 10 under par, opening a 3-shot lead. Throughout his two rounds, Tyler has yet to make a bogey. Timmy Hollenbeck, a WSU golfer, also fired a 65 in the second rou [...]</description>
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<title>Eardley Honored and Lash Leads</title>
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<description>After Round 1            - Despite a sore left shoulder, Conner Lash, the Wright State Head Golf Coach and Miami Valley Golf Staffer, leads after round one of the 102nd Metropolitan Championship at Miami Valley Golf Club. Conner made seven birdies through hole 15 before bogeying holes 16 and [...]</description>
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<title>Championship from the Distant Past</title>
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<description>Joe Coble Wins APL at Community       - By Jeff Gilbert, Contributing Writer to Miami Valley Golf      - Editor&amp;rsquo;s note:    The third U.S. Amateur Public Links championship was held in Dayton in late June of 1924. The tournament was discontinued after 2014. The following story is a compi [...]</description>
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<title>It's Metro Week</title>
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<description>Miami Valley GC Set to Host Metropolitan         - The 102nd Area Amateur Championship, now commonly referred to as the Metropolitan, tees off for the 11th time on Thursday at Miami Valley Golf Club. The last time the Championship was hosted by MVGC was in 2013 when Nick Scott had an impressi [...]</description>
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<title>Reemsnyder Wins OWO</title>
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<description>Reemsnyder Claims 2024 Ohio Women&amp;rsquo;s Open        -    Xavier Golfer Claims One-Shot Victory - Lee, Skapik Finish Runner Up                            - Madison Reemsnyder, a rising junior at Xavier University, claimed the 2024 Ohio Women&amp;rsquo;s Open title on Saturday at Heatherwoode Gol [...]</description>
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<title>Western Am Volunteer Opportunities</title>
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<description>Don&#8217;t miss your chance to volunteer at the USA's Oldest Amateur Championship! Moraine Country Club hosts the Western Amateur this Summer, July 28-August 3. Volunteers needed for Walking Scorers, Forecaddies, and Standard Barriers. For More&#8230;.</description>
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<title>US Open Recap</title>
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<description>Four Off to the US Open         - Congratulations to Zac Blair, Beau Hossler, Carson Schaake, and Cameron Davis for successfully qualifying for the upcoming 124th U.S. Open Championship at Pinehurst Resort &amp; C.C. (Course No. 2). The last spot was decided in a playoff between 2013 Masters Cham [...]</description>
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<description>Jeff Ahrns       - Jeff Ahrns lives in Minster and has been a dedicated volunteer for Miami Valley Golf for the past 6 years, where he contributes as a scorer. He is an avid golfer who enjoys playing regularly at Arrowhead Golf Course in Minster.    Jeff's passion for golf began at a young ag [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio Am Q @ NCR CC</title>
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<description>The Ohio Am Qualifier is this Tuesday (May 28th) on the North Course at NCR CC.  Tee times starting at 8 AM and a field of 144 players will compete for 33 qualifying positions in the Ohio Amateur Championship at Sylvania Country Club, July 8-12, 2024.</description>
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<title>Welcome to our 28th Class</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 20:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>of PJ Boatwright Interns!            - In 1991, the USGA established the P.J. Boatwright Jr. Internship Program. This program is designed to give experience to individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in golf administration, while assisting allied golf associations in the promotion [...]</description>
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<title>Shamble Monday at Urbana CC</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 17 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Welcome to the 2024 DDWGA Spring Shamble Event at Urbana Country Club on Monday, May 20th. Join us for a 1pm shotgun start. This page provides all necessary details. Should you have any questions after reviewing the information, feel free to email us at events@mvgolf.org. Enjoy the event and good lu</description>
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<title>Wrighting a Wrong from NCR 69 PGA</title>
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<description>There was no crystal bowl presented to Jimmy Wright, the low club professional in the 1969 PGA Championship. He didn&#8217;t get a post-round interview all week, but ABC did grant the Inwood (New York) Country Club head professional less than a minute on air as he holed a 3-foot par putt to finish fourth</description>
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<title>DDWGA Scholar Focus</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>DDWGA Awards Three Scholarships        Since its inception in 1996, the DDWGA Scholarship Awards have been a symbol of excellence and achievement for High School Females connected to the game of golf.  This prestigious award has recognized and rewarded the most deserving young women who have [...]</description>
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<title>Masters 1 Review</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Thank you to everyone who played in the Masters Event at Sugar Valley Golf Club! Special thanks to the members and staff.  Congrats to Jim Sass and Brian Bair for tying with a gross score of 74. Jim Sass also had the lowest net score of 69, but the award went to Gerald Leshner with a net 70. To view</description>
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<title>Make Your Selections Now</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 May 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>PGA Majors Challenge Contest        - Our Annual PGA Contest is now open on our Major's Challenge Platform! Stay up-to-date with real-time updates throughout the Championship and see your standings. The top three finishers will receive personalized golf balls of their choice (6 dozen, 4 dozen [...]</description>
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<title>Drive Chip and Putt Q's Approaching</title>
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<description>Local Qualifying in the Miami Valley         The 2024 Drive, Chip, and Putt (DCP) Local Qualifying season is quickly approaching in Southern Ohio. Our Miami Valley area will be hosting two qualifying events, offering junior golfers ages 7-15 the chance to showcase their skills and advance tow [...]</description>
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<title>Spring BB Review</title>
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<description>Miami Valley Golf Season's first event of the 2024 season was held on Monday, April 29th, over both courses of NCR CC. Extra holes were required to determine winners in the Net Divisions. Thanks to all participants and NCR for hosting.  For More...</description>
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<title>May Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Steve Hannaford         - Steve Hannaford lives a life intertwined with the rhythm of golf, family, and service. He found his first love for the game alongside his father and brother at The Kitty, where his journey in golf began.    In the swinging 60s, Steve and his family embarked on a new [...]</description>
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<title>100 Hole Hike NOW October 28</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Help Make a Difference         -  Join us for the second annual 100 Hole Hike at Miami Valley Golf Club, benefiting our Youth on Course Program on Monday, October 28. Tee-off will commence shortly after daylight    Last year, in our inaugural event, our walking hikers raised just under $20,00 [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio Jr Series Starts this Weekend</title>
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<description>Path to Team Ohio Gets Underway        - Our golf community is excited for the Miami Valley Junior Championship at Pipestone GC this weekend - this year is special, as it's the first qualifier for the new Team Ohio. Among the golfers will be Wayne High School's Braylen Haney, a sophomore. He [...]</description>
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<title>Update on Austin</title>
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<description>Checking in with Austin Greaser        - By Sean Melia, Contributing Writer          - Austin is nearing the end of his college career at the University of North Carolina. While many college seniors might enjoy a senior slide full of social gatherings, Greaser still has some things he&amp;rsquo;d [...]</description>
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<title>Thanks to our Turf &amp; Golf Staffs</title>
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<description>Check in on Them         - As March ends, the weather has us feeling like we've fast-forwarded into the middle of May. It's evident that many turf and golf staffs members are already knee-deep in the early start to the season, attending to numerous requirements that are typically weeks ahead [...]</description>
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<title>Another Reason for Spring Cleaning</title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 29 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Do You Have Clubs No Longer in Use?         - Miami Valley Golf is committed to nurturing the next generation of golf entrepreneurs, especially when their innovations have the potential to greatly benefit our golfing community. That's why we're excited to announce our partnership with Josh Gi [...]</description>
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<title>Auction Opens April 6th</title>
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<description>Back for a second year the Miami Valley Golf auction Featuring Access to Private Clubs will go live next Saturday, April 6th.  Don't miss your chance to bid on group packages to play some of the finest clubs in the Miami Valley while supporting our Youth on Course Program.</description>
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<description>Jeff Graham       -  For the past five years, Jeff has dedicated his time and energy to volunteering with Miami Valley Golf as a spotter and scorer.    When he's not volunteering, Jeff can often be found golfing on the courses of Beavercreek and Yankee Trace. His love for golf stretches back [...]</description>
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<title>DDWGA Meeting</title>
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<description>The Annual Club Representative Meeting will be held on Wednesday, April 24th at Country Club of the North.  This is a great way to start the season and gather all material for DDWGA Activities for the upcoming season.</description>
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<title>Course Rating Season Get's Underway</title>
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<description>Monday at Heatherwoode         - The start of Miami Valley Golf's course rating season is just around the corner, kicking off on Monday at Heatherwoode Golf Club with our Preseason Calibration. Our dedicated team of Course Raters plays a crucial role in supporting the essence of our net game, [...]</description>
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<title>Rules of Golf Webinars</title>
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<description>Join our Free USGA Rules of Golf Webinars tailored for casual and competitive golfers. These sessions focus on rules encountered in an average round.  The first session is April 9th at 4pm and the second session is April 16th at Noon - Preregistration is required - Open for Links and details</description>
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<title>With Heavy Hearts</title>
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<description>Mark Hardin         - It is with heavy hearts, our golf community bids farewell to a dear friend of our game, accomplished competitor, and stalwart supporter of our game Mark Hardin.   Mark was involved in an Auto accident on Wednesday afternoon on I-75 which led to his passing.      Beyond h [...]</description>
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<title>Announcing Team Ohio</title>
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<description>Starting in 2024           - The Ohio Junior Series, a series of junior golf tournaments hosted across the state of Ohio by Amateur and Professional Golf Associations, will be used to select the inaugural Team Ohio in 2024. Junior golfers hoping to earn a spot on Team Ohio, will be able to ea [...]</description>
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<title>Make Your Selections</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 04:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>In Our First Contest of the Year!          - The Players' Championship is taking place  THIS  week, and we're excited to introduce our new contest software called the Majors Challenge. The top three finishers of our Players Championship will receive personalized golf balls  (6 Dz, 4 Dz and 2 [...]</description>
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<title>Score Posting Starts 3/15</title>
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<description>Golf's Opening Rounds          - Active score posting season in Southern Ohio for Miami Valley Golf, Ohio Golf and Greater Cincinnati Golf for 2024 begins Friday, March 15th. All acceptable scores from rounds played within the boundaries from March 15th through November should be posted. [...]</description>
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<title>Enhanced Event Listing Now Live</title>
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<description>Unparalleled Flexibility in Sorting by Location, Gender, and Age         - Thanks to our friends at Ohio Golf we are pleased to announce the release of our latest update to the Event Schedule Page, delivering unmatched flexibility and functionality across all different software&amp;rsquo;s. With [...]</description>
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<description>How to Apply to Play in the Western Amateur         - Our area is privileged to have the Western Amateur in our area and Moraine Country Club to host the week of July 28th.  Many in our sport rank the Western Amateur right behind the US Amateur in status and prestige.         Most of the West [...]</description>
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<description>Schedule and Save        -  A Course Consulting Visit Now to Save $500!      What&amp;rsquo;s included in a Course Consulting visit from a USGA Regional Agronomist? Whether you have an issue or are looking for an authoritative seal of approval, you receive:       An objective, science-based evalu [...]</description>
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<title>Our Games Impact on Community</title>
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<description>Mercer Country Elks Recognized           - On Thursday evening, the Celina-Mercer County Chamber of Commerce honored Mercer County Elks Golf Club as the top business in Mercer County. This recognition owes much to the exemplary leadership of their GM/Head Professional, Kirk Stucke, PGA. With [...]</description>
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<description>Tee Time Golf Pass        - One of our former interns is now working for TeeTime Golf Pass and after reviewing their offering, we believe a portion of you may enjoy their Golf Pass which can save you up to 50% off every time you golf with their exclusive deals at nearly 1,000 courses. Join to [...]</description>
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<title>New Team at Piqua CC</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<description>Bobby Jones Links, a premier boutique management firm in the golf industry, has entered into a management agreement with Piqua Country Club. PCC originated with six holes in 1896 before being redesigned into 9 holes in 1920 by Donald Ross and added a second nine in the 70's.   PCC is Miami Valley's</description>
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<title>Please Park On The Path</title>
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<description>We&#8217;ve probably all done it &#8211; driven our golf cart up to a green or tee, pulled to the side of the path and parked with a couple of tires on the grass. It&#8217;s a natural impulse. When you stop driving almost any other vehicle you pull over for safety and try to keep the roadway clear. On the golf course</description>
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<title>Champion, Friend Passes</title>
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<description>Robert V &quot;Bob&quot; Eardley          - A retired military veteran and a prominent figure in the golfing community, passed away this past Saturday, February 17, at the age of 71. Born on April 1, 1952, Bob's life was marked by his dedication to service, his passion for golf, and his warm, welcoming [...]</description>
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<title>NCR Golf Shop Repeats</title>
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<description>NCR Country Club has once again achieved the prestigious AGM Platinum Golf Shop Award from the Association of Golf Merchandisers, marking its second consecutive year of excellence. Originally established as the Top 100 golf shops by Golf Shop Operations Magazine in the 1980s, this accolade transitio</description>
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<title>March Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Andrew Boedecker         - Andrew Boedecker has been a Miami Valley Golf volunteer for the past 5 years as a course rater. Since the age of five, Andrew's journey with golf began when his father introduced him to the sport. Armed with a collection of clubs, he took to the greens of his homet [...]</description>
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<title>NCR to Host Seminar</title>
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<description>Golf Genius and World Handicap Seminar        - On Wednesday, February 28 at NCR CC, Miami Valley Golf and the Southern Ohio PGA will co-host a seminar on Golf Genius and the World Handicap System.     The Seminar will begin at 9am and conclude by 3pm.      The Registration Fee is $50 and inc [...]</description>
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<title>Ohio Women's Open to Heatherwoode</title>
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<description>The Southern Ohio PGA is hosting the 2024 Ohio Women&#8217;s Open at Heatherwoode Golf Club in Springboro, OH, with a five-year commitment starting in 2024. The championship, scheduled for June 7-8, will include a fundraising Pro Am on June 6.</description>
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<title>New Tool For</title>
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<description>Fantasy Golf Selection           - We are coming up on our 20th anniversary of our first, you pick them pool.  This year, we have joined forces with  Majors Challenge , an online Fantasy Company, that will provide real time scoring through our &quot;You Pick them Event&quot;.  Our first event will be t [...]</description>
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<title>Promising Program Expansion</title>
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<description>Promising Program Expansion of Golf. My Future. My Game.           Golf. My Future. My Game. (GMFMG) has a rich and visionary history, sparked by the passion and foresight of Dayton-native, Craig Kirby. Established as a response to a profound belief in the transformative power of golf, GMFMG [...]</description>
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<title>Meet Morgan - Youth on Course</title>
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<description>MEET MORGAN RODGERS         Meet Morgan, an exceptional talent in the world of golf and an example of what being a Youth on Course member can inspire. Her golf journey is adorned with a string of accomplishments, showcasing her prowess on the course.   Now playing College Golf at Ohio Univer [...]</description>
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<title>Community Leader Passes</title>
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<description>Remembering                   Della Green and Marva Cosby at Mercedes Event      - Marva Cosby, a cherished community leader and dedicated advocate for positive change, has passed away. Her departure leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew her, yet her legacy of compassion and [...]</description>
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<title>OHSAA Changes</title>
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<description>For this Fall's Road to State         The High School Road to the State and the State Championship will look very different this fall than in past years, with all the Sectionals and Districts, each being compressed into a 9-day window.  The State Championship will also move away from Ohio Sta [...]</description>
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<title>How about this Weather !</title>
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<description>Not Active Posting Season YET        Unfortunately, or fortunately, our active score posting season is set in advance and is not able to be changed by flipping a switch. About a decade ago we move from October 31st to November 30th to expand our score posting season by another month. Then, ab [...]</description>
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<title>First Reported Hole in One of 2024</title>
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<description>Nice Ace!         The 1st hole in one in our area was earlier this week on the north course at NCR when Darrell Evans ace the number 11th hole.     Congratulations Dale and don't forget to post your special achievements by following this link [...]</description>
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<title>Hardest Hole in Valley Voting</title>
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<description>Earlier in the week we reposted a survey we did back in 2019 on the hardest holes in the Miami Valley. We had a good deal of discussion about the validity of the rankings and the rankings themselves, so we thought we would relaunch the survey to see if things have changed in the last five years.</description>
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<title>February Volunteer Spotlight</title>
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<description>Jerry Mullen        - For the past three years, Jerry has been a volunteer with Miami Valley Golf, as a forecaddie and scorer at various tournaments. He is always early and ready to help anywhere he is ask him too. His passion for the game began at an early age, when his father introduced hi [...]</description>
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<title>CCN Names New HP</title>
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<description>Matt Fraser, PGA         - Hailing from Grove City, Ohio, Matt's introduction to the world of golf was through his grandfather's passion for the game. His lifelong commitment to golf led him to Eastern Kentucky University, where he earned a degree in Professional Golf Management. After gradua [...]</description>
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<title>2023 Volunteer of the Year!</title>
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<description>Scott Roderick        - We are delighted to announce that Scott Roderick has been selected as our 2023 Volunteer of the Year!     Scott demonstrated dedication throughout the past year by taking on a new role as the Official Scorer, in addition to continuing his work as an on-course scorer a [...]</description>
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<title>Club Signs Agreement</title>
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<title>9th National PofY</title>
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<description>Sowards Captures 9th National Player of the Year         - While this is just a bit outside our service area, the feat is so impressive that it&amp;rsquo;s worth noting.  Bob Sowards, a teaching professional from Columbus Ohio just won a National Player of the Year Award for the 9th time, by far [...]</description>
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<description>Tech that Helps our Conditions         - With a focus on the USGA &amp;rsquo; s Green Section,   Golf Course Industry published an article titled Rolling Data  , which details the USGA &amp;rsquo; s new agronomy tool, GS3, in addition to Green Section &amp;rsquo; s collaboration with Pinehurst &amp;rsquo; s [...]</description>
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