06/03/2026
FROM TEE TO GREEN 2026
The flag winners on Memorial Day, May 25, were 1) Jaymn Vandusen for longest putt on #1 2) Bennett Blane for closest to the pin on #3 3) Jay Soderberg for closest second shot on #4 4) Terri Ward for closest to the pin on #6 5) Deb Finlay for ladies longest drive on #7 6) Jon Stripe for longest putt on #9 7) Aiden Dinges for mens longest drive on #10 8) Sydney Prather for ladies longest drive on #10 9) Rick Dailey for closest to the pin on #12 10) Cody Rice for closest second shot on #13 11) Jesse Laumann for drive closest to the cottonwood tree on #14 12) Solon Olson for closest to the pin on #17 13) Shawna Gorman for longest putt on #18. Over 70 golfers participated in the flag competition.
The ladies Tuesday night league completed week 2 play on May 26. Here are your leaders heading into week 3.
Nothwehr/Sonksen 67
Wenstrand/Carlson 68
Stripe/Adams 71
Prather/Mount 71
Cabbage/Burnison 72
Dinges/Jones 72
Dinges/Moores 72
Here's my top 10 common golf myths debunked. 1) Golf is an easy sport. While it may appear to be effortless to hit a stationary ball with a club, the reality is quite different. Golf is a challenging and complex sport that requires a combination of skill, strategy and mental focus. 2) Longer drives equals better scores. While hitting long drives is certainly impressive, distance alone does not guarantee a low score. In fact, accuracy and control are more important factors in achieving a good score in golf. 3) Expensive golf clubs guarantee improvement. While high quality clubs can certainly enhance performance, they are not a short cut to improvement. 4) The golf swing should be a perfect arc. In reality there are different swing styles and variations among professional golfers. Each player has their own unique swing that suits their body type, flexibility, and playing style. 5) Golf is a gentleman's game. While golf has a long history and tradition of being played by men, it has evolved into a more inclusive and diverse sport. 6) The ball soars straight when hit perfectly. Factors such as wind, lie of the ball, and swing path can all influence the flight of the ball. 7) Golf is a slow and boring sport. While it may seem that way to those who haven't experienced the thrill of playing or watching golf, there is a unique excitement and adrenaline rush that comes with the game. 8) Golf is only for older people. Golf is a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, from young children to seniors. It offers a unique blend of physical activity, mental stimulation, and social interaction that appeals to a wide range of age groups. 9) Scoring low in golf requires exceptional talent. While natural talent certainly helps, consistent practice and dedication play a much larger role in achieving low scores. 10) Conclusion – By understanding the realities of golf and debunking the myths, we can encourage more individuals to explore and enjoy this wonderful sport!!
Upcoming events at the SGC include: 1) First Wednesday of month men's stag on June 3rd. 2) Shenandoah Medical Center's Annual Golf Outing on Thursday, June 4th. 3) Joseph Heitshusen Memorial Scholarship Golf Tournament on Saturday, June 6th. It's a four person scramble format with registration and lunch at 11:00 a.m. and a shotgun start at noon - $300 team entry fee. 4) Shenandoah High School Football Fund Raiser on Friday, June 12th. It's a four person scramble format with a shotgun start at 2:00 p.m. Entry fee is $280 per team and includes a dinner social after golf at the Elm Street Grill. 5) Turnbull Child Development Center's 1st Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Sunday, June 14th. Entry fee is $240 per team which includes lunch and a fun pack for each golfer. Registration and lunch starts at 11:00 a.m. with a shotgun start at 12 noon.
Coming up soon on Saturday, June 13 is the Shenandoah Masters Invitational Tournament. This tournament began in 1984 and is always one of the traditional highlights of the golfing season. Tee times will be from 8:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. After 18 holes of golf, there is dinner in the evening provided by the Elm Street Grill followed by awards and coveted green jacket presentation ceremonies. Green jackets will be awarded in four divisions – scratch, handicap, seniors, and legends. As CBS Sports' broadcaster Jim Nance would say it's a “tradition unlike any other”!
This week's golf slang dictionary term is “Putt Like A Dentist.” And the definition is “Drill It And Fill It.”
This week's golf quote from famous people is compliments of former PGA tour professional Frank Beard. “Golf is the only game where the ball doesn't move, and you do.”
This week's “In Years Gone By” notable event is from almost thirty five years ago on June 8, 1991. Marcia Beecher had a hole-in-one of the par three 6th hole.
This week's attempt at golf humor – If I hit the ball left it's a hook; if I hit the ball right it's a slice; if I hit the ball straight it's a miracle!!
The answer to last week's trivia question – What former ALCC golf course superintendent's name is on the shelter by the sixth hole tee box? The correct answer is Bill Pedersen. This week's trivia question – What SGC golfer holds the unofficial dubious record of most trees hit on one hole? The answer to this week's trivia question will be in the next FTTG column.
