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Driver Fitting + Club for Youth on Course

Ready to add serious distance to your game and make a real impact? Don’t miss your chance to bid on a custom driver fitting with Matt Cole at Heatherwoode Golf Club—complete with a brand-new driver built for your swing. This is a full, tour-level fitting experience designed to maximize performance (with only a potential upcharge for exotic shafts). Even better, every bid supports Youth on Course, helping provide young players with access to the game, along with opportunities to build confidence, discipline, and lifelong connections. Step up, invest in your game, and help grow the next generation—place your bid today.

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Custom Driver with a Fitting is Now Open and Closes Next Saturday at 8 PM

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Masters at Dayton
The first Masters event of the 2026 season will be held this Monday at Dayton Country Club. The practice area and skins game registration open at 11:30 AM, followed by a 1:00 PM shotgun start. Please note that lunch will not be available prior to play.
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End of a Era
The Dayton Flyers men’s golf team closed its season with a sixth-place finish at the 2026 Atlantic 10 Championship, highlighted by top-10 performances from Breckin Taylor and T.J. Kreusch. The week also marked the end of an era, as head coach Gip Hoagland wrapped up his 17th season leading the program. A Dayton alum and PGA Head Professional at NCR Country Club, Hoagland spent nearly two decades building the Flyers into a consistent contender while mentoring generations of student-athletes. As Dayton golf turns the page, his impact will continue to shape the program well into the future.
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1st Scholar Announced
The DDWGA is happy to recognize Vera Cox as a DDWGA Scholarship recipient.

Vera will attend the University of Dayton, where she plans to study Entrepreneurship. She discovered golf just four years ago and has quickly developed into an accomplished player, highlighted by an even-par round at the Lady Bucc Tournament.

She competed on the Greenville Girls High School Golf Team from 2022–2025 and will serve as team captain in 2025. Vera qualified for districts in both 2024 and 2025 and also competed in the SOPGA Junior League. Through golf, she has built patience, confidence, and resilience—qualities that extend beyond the course.

Coach Brad Smith, PGA Member and Director of Instruction at First Cutt, shared, “Vera improved quicker than most of my students because of the focus and drive she has. She is passionate about learning and puts her heart into everything she does.”

Vera will be formally presented her award following the DDWGA Shamble on May 11 at Troy Country Club.

Congratulations Vera !
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3-Peat for WSU
Wright State rallied from third place to win its third straight Horizon League Championship at Mission Inn Resort & Club, edging Oakland in a playoff after both teams finished tied. The title was decided on a replay of the 18th hole, where the Raiders secured the win with birdies from Ian Asch and Adam Horn, along with steady play from the rest of the lineup. The victory marks Wright State’s 10th Horizon League championship, tying the league record and sending the Raiders back to the NCAA Championship.
Shane Ochs led the way, earning medalist honors with a final-round 70 to secure Wright State’s 10th individual title in league history. He was supported by strong finishes from Timmy Hollenbeck (5th), and Asch and CJ Scohy (T-14), while Horn’s playoff birdie proved decisive. Wright State now advances to the NCAA postseason, with selections announced May 6 and regionals set for May 18–20.

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Steen Stumper
True or False: A player properly plays a provisional ball and it goes into a penalty area. That ball is found in that penalty area along with their original ball. The player takes correct relief with the original ball under the penalty area relief Rule (17.1d), getting a one-stroke penalty, and plays the ball. There is no additional penalty.

A. True

B. False

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Last Weeks Question: 41% of you got the Question Correct!

Quick Hits

Congratulations to Locust Hills GC and the Kitchen Family on their 60th Anniversary!

Austin Greaser punched his ticket to the U.S. Open Final Stage, advancing out of the Findlay Country Club qualifier earlier this week.

Windy Knoll Golf Club is back—its grand reopening is happening today and Kurt Heintz, PGA will be returning as the Head Golf Professional.

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Six Locals Advance
The road to the U.S. Senior Open at Scioto Country Club (July 2–5) is underway, and several Miami Valley–area players are right in the mix.
Six players advanced through local qualifying this week. From Worthington Hills in Columbus: Rik Cramer, Joe Moore, Tom Bach, and Frank Lickliter II. From Orchard Ridge in Fort Wayne: Pete Samborsky and Ryan Reichley.
Advancing is no small step in a demanding process, with final qualifying now standing between these players and a spot in the championship field.
One of the twelve final qualifying stages will be held Monday, June 1 at Miami Valley Golf Club, with the field announced in late May, giving local fans a chance to see the next step of the journey up close.
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Winners Announced
Thank you to everyone who participated in our Spring Better Ball and for your flexibility following Monday’s weather cancellation. Due not being able to conclude the event, the format was adjusted with the Gross Division counting holes 9–15 and the Net Division counting holes 18–5. In the Gross Division, Bryce Haney and Brandon Johnson successfully defended their title with a score of 25, while Jeff Stamps and Steve Kreitzer captured the Net Division with a score of 19. All ties were decided using the last-to-first hole method, counting backward from hole 18. The Gross Division skins game recorded no winners, and the pool will be donated to Youth on Course per policy. In the Net Division, Sung Kim earned the only skin with a net 2 on hole #3. We appreciate NCR Country Club and their team for hosting an outstanding event, and remind all participants that gift certificates are valid through October 31, 2026, with full results available on the Event Portal.
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Fore Kids
On May 11, Southern Ohio PGA Professionals will gather at Kinsale Golf and Fitness Club for the return of the Play Yellow Birdie Bash, the Section’s flagship fundraising event supporting Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. What started in 2021 has grown into a major charitable effort, surpassing $1 million in total giving in 2025 and expanding into year-round impact through initiatives like Smiling Fore Life, which brings golf directly to children in local hospitals. The event challenges teams to play 72 holes in a single day, turning birdies into meaningful contributions that support youth programs, veterans through PGA HOPE, and broader community outreach across Southern Ohio. With strong partnerships and growing momentum, Birdie Bash continues to build on its mission—making a lasting difference for children and families throughout the region.

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Bach Recognized

The Southern Ohio PGA announced a few weeks ago that Tom Bach, PGA of Heatherwoode Golf Club has been named the recipient of the Bill Strausbaugh Award, recognizing his outstanding commitment to mentorship, service, and leadership within the PGA community. This prestigious honor reflects Tom’s dedication to supporting fellow professionals and growing the game through meaningful relationships and active engagement at the Section level.

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Girls Pathways to Performance
The Pathways to Performance clinic is a can’t-miss opportunity designed exclusively for high school female golfers who are ready to take their game to the next level. Led by LPGA Tour Professional Jessica Porvasnik, this hands-on experience on June 29, 2026, at Springfield Country Club (3–5 PM) offers more than just instruction—it’s a chance to learn directly from someone who’s competed at the highest level and knows what it takes to succeed.

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Perry Puzzlers
How should a golfer post their score if they only finish 14 holes due to weather or darkness?

A. Post only the completed 9-holes
B. Use net par for the holes not completed
C. Post hole by hole scores for completed holes, leave the rest blank
D. Do not post, round is considered not complete

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New Member Benefit

In our quest to continue adding value for our members, Miami Valley Golf is happy to introduce a new member benefit through our partnership with RapidTee Golf

This platform gives members real-time access to tee time availability, including instant alerts when openings occur due to cancellations. With customizable filters and fast booking, RapidTee helps you secure the times you want—without the hassle.

Members can take advantage of an exclusive 14-day free Premium trial, along with 20% savings on Premium access. A free version is also available with no booking fees or commitments.

Set your preferences, get alerted, and get out to play.

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Miami Valley Golf Events

5/11 - Shamble - Troy

6/15 - Masters - Miami Valley

6/22 -6/25 - Metropolitan - Beavercreek

6/29 - Twin BB - Piqua

8/10 - Masters - Walnut Grove

8/17 - Classic - Miami Valley

8/31 – 09/01 – Sr & Mid-Am - Dayton

9/8 - Doubles Championship (Opens in May)

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