Northern California Golf Associations
Growth in the WGANC
By Sharon Bradford, WGANC President
THE WGANC started 2010
in the traditional way—re- gional meetings. All but one of our clubs sent representa- tives to the informative ses- sions. A total of 533 officers from 109 clubs attended breakout sessions designed to help the captain, ambas- sador, open day, tourna- ment, handicap and rules chairs with the jobs they have accepted. This board has hit the
ground running with some wonderful new ideas— the first a boutique with a few logo items that were previewed at each of the regional meetings. Two
license plate frames and a putter towel were very well received. This is a not-for- profit venture designed to further our name recogni- tion and get people talking about the WGANC. Any profit will be donated to the Junior Girls Transporta- tion Fund. Another exciting trial for
Open Days is a team event. This has been requested and we are going to try it at three clubs to see if it generates more interest. The first event was held at Peach Tree CC March 31; others are scheduled for Turlock CC May 20 and
Crow Canyon CC June 8. We are embracing some- thing that former NCGA staff member Gail Rodgers shared with us at Marin— the word G-R-O-W-T-H. Something I am sure that all clubs would like to see which, in turn, will benefit the WGANC. Each letter represents a philosophy that we feel will help. Our hope for the rest of
the year is that our industry experiences resurgence at the club level and through- out the state. We need to work together to make this happen.
Take a Lesson, Bring a Friend
By Chris Thomas, Northern California PGA Executive Director & COO
WE PLAY GOLF because of
the great joy and excite- ment it brings. With the warm summer months ahead and the golf season in full swing, there are many programs available to improve your game and/or challenge your competitive nature. Below are a few that may be of interest to you, however be sure to visit www.ncpga.com to learn more about these programs and events. We are pleased to an-
nounce Sevillano Links at Rolling Hills Casino as the new presenting partner of the Northern California Open (September 13-15). With an increased purse and quality venue, the Nor Cal Open is sure to
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be a great show. Also, we are proud to announce that Carson Valley Inn is the new partner of the Senior Northern Cali- fornia Open (September 27-28) at Genoa Lakes Golf Course. This quality venue will offer our senior participants a memorable playing experience. Save the date for the resurrected Sierra Nevada Open (July 6-8) presented by partner Eldorado Hotel Casino Reno. This three-day open championship will be held at ArrowCreek Country Club and the Golf Club at Gray’s Crossing. Lastly, contact your local PGA professional regarding playing opportunities at your facility as well as
pro-am events happening throughout the region. The Friend of a
Cardmember Program, brought to you through a partnership with American Express and the PGA of America, provides Ameri- can Express card carriers the opportunity to take a private lesson from a PGA professional and bring a friend along at no extra charge. Search the data- base for a PGA profes- sional in your area and call to schedule a lesson. Your friend’s lesson will be free when you pay with your American Express Card. On behalf of the 1,100
PGA professionals and apprentices working at the more than 350 facilities
G R
Generate Income:
when you do this we all benefit.
Reach out: not only
to prospective members but to the members you already have, ensuring you are taking care of each person at your club.
O
W T H
Open your mind
and heart to change; the
industry is evolving and we have to make changes.
Welcoming. Smile
and let people know that you want them to be part of your organization.
Thank you: say it
often and mean it—two little words that carry such an impact.
Have fun: this is
most important. If you are having a good time it shows and others want to be part of that fun.
in Northern California, we encourage you to experience the great game of golf and take advantage of some of the many programs available to enhance your appreciation and enjoyment of the game.
Find driving
directions to every NCGA course on ncga.org
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