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MOST RECENT PRESS RELEASES
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08/30/10
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Octoberfest Member Day Weekend!
Join the Arizona Golf Association October 15-17th in Puerto Penasco, Mexico. This event is open to all AGA, SNGA, and ACCESS AZgolf members. One non-member may also attend with each paying member. Special room rates and VIP check-in available for all travelers.
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08/13/10
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Registration open for AZ Mid-Amateur
The 2010 Arizona Mid-Amateur Championship is set for Superstition Mountain's Prospector course Aug. 27 through 29. The event is open to AGA members 25 and older with handicap indexes 6.0 or less. Handicaps must meet the required maximum by the Aug. 1 revision.
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08/11/10
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Junior Golf Association of Arizona names new Assistant Executive Director
Scott McNevin, former Director of Rules and Competitions at the Arizona Golf Association, was named the new Assistant Executive Director of the Junior Golf Association of Arizona.
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07/26/10
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Arizona Represented at 44th Pacific Coast Amateur
Scottsdale’s Philip Francis, Anthem’s Scott Pinckney, Nogales’ Alberto Sanchez, Phoenix’s Charlie Marusiak and Chandler’s Garrett Iverson will compete in the 44th Pacific Coast Amateur Championship, one of the nation’s premiere amateur golf events, July 27 through 30 at Eugene Country Club in Oregon.
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07/24/10
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Losole III captures 86th AZ Amateur
 In a tense final match, Nicholas Losole III prevailed over Jake Golembiewski to win the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship at Pinnacle Peak Country Club. Golembiewski led almost the entire match, but it was Losole who prevailed at the end on the 19th hole. Play early on in the match was less than dramatic. Struggling with the speed of the greens early in the morning, both players got off to slow starts.
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07/23/10
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Golembiewski and Losole to face off in championship
Former local junior golfers Jake Golembiewski (1) of Chandler and Nicholas Losole III (23) of Scottsdale will go head-to-head Saturday in the final 18 hole match of the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship at Pinnacle Peak Country Club.
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07/22/10
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Golembiewski and Quinn advance to quarterfinals
Two of the three remaining medalists—Chandler’s Jake Golembiewski and Anthem’s Gary Quinn—advanced to the quarterfinals in the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship at Pinnacle Peak Country Club. Thursday’s match up included four matches that went into extra holes in the round of 32, and one in the round of 16.
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07/21/10
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3 of 4 medalists advance in AZ Amateur
Three of the four stroke-play medalists advance Wednesday in the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship at Pinnacle Peak Country Club in Scottsdale. Surprise’s Kyle Kallan, Chandler’s Jake Golembiewski and Anthem’s Gary Quinn defeated their opponents to win in the first round of match play.
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07/20/10
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4 players shoot a 139 and advance to top seeds in AZ Amateur
The crowd gathered at Pinnacle Peak Country Club to learn their fate in the 2010 Arizona Amateur Championship late Tuesday, as the final golfers turned in their round-two score cards. Four players finished as co-medalists, with a two-day total of 139—round one frontrunner Kyle Kallan of Surprise, Jake Golembiewski of Chandler, Gary Quinn of Anthem and Marc Watkins of Scottsdale. To add to the excitement, 10 players, each with a two-day total of 151, played-off for the final three spots to advance to match play.
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07/19/10
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Kyle Kallan leads the pack after round 1 at the AZ Amateur
Kyle Kallan, of Surprise, shot a five-under 67 to take the lead after the first round of stroke play at the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship. This year's event is being held at Pinnacle Peak Country Club, a par 72, 6,902-yard course in Scottsdale.
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07/16/10
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McDaniel set to defend AZ Amateur Championship title
Defending champion David McDaniel will tee it up against 143 of the state’s top amateur golfers to defend his title at the 86th Arizona Amateur Championship July 19 through 24 at Pinnacle Peak Country Club. The event consists of 36 holes of stroke play, with a cut to the top 64 players for the match play portion. Match play will begin Wednesday, July 21.
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07/16/10
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Palmbrook CC Looking for New GM
Palmbrook Country Club is currently seeking a General Manager to direct all phases of Club operations and provide quality service and product to club members. The position reports to the President of the Board of Directors. Click "Read More" for position requirements and instructions on how to apply.
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06/30/10
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Prevent Disease with Early Detection
The best weapon against devastating disease is early detection. HealthScreens offers preventative ultrasound screenings that enable individuals to detect potential early disease processes before symptoms occur.
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06/24/10
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AWGA Mixed Stix Tournament
The Arizona Women's Golf Association Presents their Mixed Stix Tournament at Tubac Golf Resort July 31st through August 1st!
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06/24/10
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Sun SafeTee Tips
This year in the United States, more than two million people will be diagnosed with skin cancer. Golfers are at a higher risk of developing skin cancer than the general public, due to the extensive amount of time that they spend in the sun. The Sun SafeTee Program teaches golfers about sun protection and skin cancer prevention.
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06/21/10
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Palmbrook Launches Sports Membership
Palmbrook Country Club, located in Sun City, recently launched a new sports membership. Sports members enjoy unlimited use of the club's tennis courts and golf practice facilities, and never have to pay for range balls again. The membership also includes full social privileges...
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06/15/10
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Troon North Offers ACCESS Members Extra Savings
It's never been a better time to play Troon North in Scottsdale. The club is selling their "North for the Summer" pass, which allows cardholders to play Troon North for only a $25 cart fee all summer long. Those who purchase the card will also receive a free Callaway uPro Go GPS unit that has more than 18,000 courses preloaded.
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06/14/10
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Silverbell Golf Club Looks for New Members
 Silverbell Golf Club is looking
for new members. The course,
which is located at 3600 N.
Silverbell Rd. in Tucson, makes
it easy to join. Simply go to
www.silverbellgolfclub.com,
click on "Join the Club" and fill
out the form. Annual dues are only $60.
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06/14/10
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McCormick and Schmick's Father's Day Special
 This year, in honor of Dad, McCormick and Schmick's will be not only offering a fantastic meal at a great price, but will also be giving away a full set of Callaway clubs and a limited-edition bag to one lucky dad!
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06/08/10
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Father/Son Championship: A Newcomer's Perspective
Family has always been very important in my life, so spending this weekend around sons, dads and grandpas playing golf in the AGA 2010 Father/Son Championship was an inspiring experience.
I’m new to the AGA, new to golf to be precise (but we’ll keep that our secret), so driving up to Prescott Sunday morning I wasn’t quite sure what to expect...
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05/30/10
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Golf Specials for AGA Members
AGA Members play for 40% off Resort Rates at Longbow GC, Eagle Mountain GC and Palm Valley GC. Tee times may be made two days in advance. Valid Mon-Thurs anytime and Fri-Sun & Holidays after 11:00 am.
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05/28/10
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These Girls Rock LPGA Event
The LPGA Girls Golf Club of Phoenix and The First Tee of Phoenix have teamed up with the support of The City of Phoenix, The Arizona Women’s Golf Association, The Antigua Group and Donna Bonn Designs to offer special opportunities for all Phoenix area girlies, called THESE GIRLS ROCK!
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05/28/10
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Phoenix Regional Sports Commission on Recent Immigration Measures
Phoenix Regional Sports Commission Weighs in on the recent immigration measures in Arizona.
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05/24/10
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Brown Defends AGA Western Am Title
 Blake Brown, of Scottsdale, successfully defended his AGA Western Amateur title at Yuma Golf and Country Club shooting a 2-day total of 144 on a very windy weekend in Yuma. This is Blake's second win of the year - he also won the AGA Short Course at The Lakes at Ahwatukee Golf Club.
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05/17/10
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Amateur Golfers May Receive Help with Expenses Associated with Competitions
During the last few years, several local and national tours limited to amateur golfers have developed, giving amateur golfers of all skill levels the opportunity to have a "tour" experience.
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05/10/10
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USGA Announces Launch of USGA Mobile
Get USGA information from your mobile hand-held communication device!
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05/10/10
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Raising Awareness About Breast Cancer
 McCormick and Schmick's will be holding an event at their Scottsdale location on May 26th to raise awareness about breast cancer.
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05/10/10
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New Card, New Benefits: Access AZgolf
What's with the New Black Card?
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05/03/10
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Acid Substitutes and pH Reduction
 Brian Whitlark, USGA Agronomist in the Southwest Region recently published an evaluation of the new acid-replacement products for improving water quality and the soil rootzone environment.
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04/26/10
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One Week in June: The U.S. Open
An Insider's pass to the world's greatest golf tournament!
Stories and Insights About Playing on the Nation's Finest Fairways from Phil Michelson, Arnold Palmer, Lee Trevino, Grantland Rice, Jack Nicklaus, Dave Anderson, and Many More!
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04/18/10
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Chan Kim Captures Second Arizona Stroke Play Championship
 Chan Kim (left) Captures Second Arizona Stroke Play Championship! Kachina Presented by Cyrus Whitney and AGA Executive Committee President, Jay Anderson.
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04/17/10
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Chan Kim Poised to Capture Second Arizona Stroke Play Championship with Six Shot Leading Heading into the Final Round
Chan Kim of Gilbert, shot an even par 70 to take a commanding six shot lead over Takuya Fuji of Tucson and Juan Fernandez of Phoenix going into the final round of the Arizona Stroke Play Championship at TPC Scottsdale-Champions Course.
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04/16/10
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Chan Kim Has Three Shot Lead after 2nd Round of Stroke Play Championship
Chan Kim, the 2008 Champion, cards two eagles and a birdie en route to a five-under 65 and three shot lead over 2008 Runner-Up Chris Kessler at the TPC Scottsdale-Champions Course
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04/15/10
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Chris Kessler Takes 1st Round Lead at AZ Stroke Play Championship
Chris Kessler Shoots a Four-Under 66 to Take a One-Shot Lead after First Round of Arizona Stroke Play Championship at TPC Scottsdale-Champions Course
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04/13/10
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2008 Champion Chan Kim among field of AZ Stroke Play Championship
Former Arizona Stroke Play Champion Chan Kim, of Gilbert, will be among 144 players vying for the Arizona Golf Association’s second major of the year to be played at TPC Scottsdale-Champions Course April 15 – 18.
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04/09/10
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Jim Frazier Named 2010 Champion of Golf
Jim Frazier Named 2010 Champion of Golf by AGA. The award is to be Presented in Conjunction with Arizona Stroke Play Championship.
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04/07/10
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Davis Captures 2010 San Tan Amateur
John Davis captured the 2010 San Tan Amateur presented by Aladdin Pool and Tile Cleaning with a final round 7-under par 64.
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03/31/10
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AGA Launches New Homepage!
Check out the new AGA Homepage!
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03/29/10
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Attn: AZ Golf Hall of Fame Inductees!
 If you are a current Hall of Fame member, or family of an inductee, we are in need of your help! We are looking for photos and articles of all Hall of Fame inductees for a special project now in the works.
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03/24/10
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Legends Tour Announces New Tournament in Tucson
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03/23/10
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AGA Night with the Diamondbacks
The Arizona Diamondbacks would like to invite you and your guest(s) to a night of celebration with the Arizona Golf Association as they take on the San Diego Padres - April 6th at 6:40 pm! Ticket prices range from $13-$30.
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03/22/10
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These Girls Rock Series Sign-up now Available
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03/18/10
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Saturday Golf League a Co-Ed Club Accepting New Members
Saturday Golf League a Co-Ed Club Accepting New Members
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03/07/10
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David McDaniel Goes Wire-to Wire to Capture Arizona Publinks Championship at Randolph North Golf Complex
David McDaniel Goes Wire-to Wire to Capture Arizona Publinks Championship at Randolph North Golf Complex
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03/06/10
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David McDaniel Maintains 3-Shot Leading Heading into Final of AZ Publinks Championship
Tucson's David McDaniel Maintains a Three-Shot Leading Heading into the Final Round of the Arizona Publinks Championship at Randolph North
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03/05/10
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David McDaniel of Tucson Fires a Six-Under 64 to Grab the First Round Lead of the Arizona Publinks Championship by Three Strokes
David McDaniel of Tucson Fires a Six-Under 64 to Grab the First Round Lead of the Arizona Publinks Championship by Three Strokes at Randolph North
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03/02/10
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Dennis Walsh Named 2009 Arizona Golf Association Volunteer of the Year
Dennis Walsh Named 2009 Arizona Golf Association Volunteer of the Year
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03/02/10
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Doug MacDonald, Emeritus Professional at Desert Forest Golf Club to be Honored with the 2010 Arizona Golf Association Updegraff Award
Doug MacDonald, Emeritus Professional at Desert Forest Golf Club to be Honored with the 2010 Arizona Golf Association Updegraff Award
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03/01/10
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Michael Wog II AGA Player of the Year Set to Defend Title at Arizona Publinks Championship at Randolph North Golf Course March 5 - 7
Michael Wog II AGA Player of the Year Set to Defend Title at Arizona Publinks Championship at Randolph North Golf Course March 5 - 7
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02/25/10
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Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort Honors Armed Forces with Fairway Furloughs Program
Wildfire Golf Club at JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort Honors Armed Forces with Fairway Furloughs Program
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02/24/10
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Terravita Golf Club Doantes to Arnie's Army Barrtles Prostate Cancer
Terravita Golf Club Doantes to Arnie's Army Barrtles Prostate Cancer. Men's Golf Association raises more than $5,700 for Prostate Cancer Research
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02/24/10
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Arizona Stroke Play Championship and TPC Scottsdale – Champions Course Elevates Prestigious Amateur Championship
Arizona Stroke Play Championship and TPC Scottsdale – Champions Course Elevates Prestigious Amateur Championship Slated For April 15-18
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02/16/10
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Southwest Section PGA to Raise Money for Charities Through Virtual Helicopter Ball-Drop In 2010
Southwest Section PGA to Raise Money for Charities Through Virtual Helicopter Ball-Drop In 2010
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02/08/10
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Larry Montplaisir Captures 2010 East Valley Short Course Title
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02/01/10
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AGA Introduces Access AZGolf a New Membership Program that Offers Cost Savings and Exclusive Access to Private Golf Courses
Arizona Golf Association Introduces Access AZGolf a New Membership Program that Offers Cost Savings and Exclusive Access to Private Golf Courses.
Program.
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01/24/10
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Southwest Section PGA Taps Eight Inductees for Inaugural Hall of Fame Class
Southwest Section PGA Taps Eight Inductees for Inaugural Hall of Fame Class
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01/19/10
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Southwest Section PGA Names Annual Special Award Recipients
Southwest Section PGA Names Annual Special Award Recipients
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01/08/10
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Chandler Center for the Arts presents ‘The Art of Golf,’ with 'Beat The Bogey Man’ in March
Chandler Center for the Arts presents ‘The Art of Golf,’ with 'Beat The Bogey Man’ in March. Official head coach for PGA golfers blends hypnotherapy, psychology and
25 years golf experience to help audiences improve their scores
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01/04/10
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AGA Announces 2009 Player Awards
Michael Wog II Captures 2009 AGA Player of the Year Honors
David McDaniel Wins Mayfair Award for Lowest Stroke Average
Divisional Player of the Year Awards Given to Pat Geare, Frank Ellenburg and Jamie Gough
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01/03/10
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Golf Industry Association 2010 Memberships Now Available
Golf Industry Association 2010 Memberships Now Available
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12/29/09
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Southern Arizona Amateurs Capture Gibson Cup
Southern Arizona Amateurs Capture Gibson Cup Played at LaPaloma Country Club.
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12/21/09
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Terravita Golf Club Offers One-Year Trail Membership to Residents and Non-Residents
Terravita Golf Club Offers One-Year Trail Membership to Residents and Non-Residents
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12/08/09
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Tom Olson is Back!
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12/03/09
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AGA Snaps 25-Year Losing Streak with Thrilling Victory over the SWSPGA in 49th Bob Goldwater Cup Matches
WINNING STREAK ENDED!
AGA Amateurs Defeat Club Pro’s to Win Goldwater Cup Matches for First Time in 25 years
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