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Executive Director’s Message 4IGA President’s Message 6Indiana Section PGA President’s Message 7Jack Barber, Professional of the Year 8-9Mike Bell Inducted into Hall of Fame 10Mark Inman Receives Wagoner Award 11Joe Luigs Presented Joe Dey Honor 11PGA Hall of Fame Welcomes Don Essig 12PGA Special Award Winners 14-15PGA Players of the Year 16-18PGA Championship Review 20-25Sycamore Hills Hosts Indiana’s First PGA Junior 26Professionals Earn First Tour Wins 27Play Golf Indiana 30US Senior Open Recapped 32Golf Approved for the Olympics 33IGA Players of the Year 34-35IGA Championship Review 36-41New Groove Changes 42-43US Women’s State Team 47IWGA Player of the Year 48IWGA Championship Review 50-52Foundation Grants Scholarships 54-55Junior Players of the Year 56-57Junior Championship Review 58-59NCAA DII Nationals Come to Indiana 60Senior Class Projects Help Foundation 61Foundation Donors 64-65

Mike David Executive Director

Matt Schmidt Tournament Director

Jim Ferriell Director of Major Gifts

Roger Lundy Academy Director

Ryan Lambert Junior Golf Director

Joan Schernekau Director of Handicapping and Tournament Operations

Judy Deiwert Membership and Accounting Director

Lisa Chambers Director of Marketing and Communications

Teena Rairdon Facilities Director

Matt Brookshire Development Director

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The Indiana Golf Association is the governing body of amateur golf in Indiana as recognized by the United States Golf Association. Included in its responsibilities is administering the oldest and most prestigious golf tournament in the state, the Indiana Amateur Championship.

The Indiana Section of the PGA of America is the governing body of professional golfers in Indiana as recognized by the Professional Golfer’s Association. Administering tournaments, including the Indiana Open and Indiana Section Club Professional Championship, providing educational opportunities and assisting with employment matters are just a few of the many ways the Indiana PGA serves the over 500 members and apprentices in the state.

In 1972, these two associations joined forces with the common goal to promote golf in Indiana. The IGA-PGA gives Indiana golf the coordinated efforts of both the amateur and professional organizations. The golfers in Indiana are fortunate to have this unique relationship, one of only two in the country. The IGA-PGA also provides a premier handicapping system to its members and member courses.

In 1995, the Indiana Women’s Golf Association (IWGA) joined forces with the IGA-PGA to administer the Indiana Women’s State Amateur Championship and work at developing more women’s tournament opportunities and programs.

Another main focus of the IGA-PGA is the Indiana Golf Foundation. Formed in 1994, the Foundation’s theme is “Preserving the Past, Investing in the Future” of Indiana golf through developing a new generation of players, while at the same time celebrating the past history and accomplishments of the many who have come before. Since 1987 the Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program has been providing professional, competitive tournament opportunities for junior golfers in Indiana. In 2001, the Foundation opened the doors of the Gongaware Indiana Junior Golf Academy to provide a first-class teaching facility with a dormitory to house 48 campers and state-of-the-art indoor and outdoor teaching facilities. Scholarship assistance is available through the Foundation to attend camp, as well as to graduating high school seniors who wish to pursue a college education.

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Occasionally I get the question, “I don’t play in tournaments, so what does the Indiana Golf Office do for me”? Our goal at the Indiana Golf Office is to provide value to any individual’s IGA-PGA Membership whether or not they are a competitive tournament player. For those with little interest in playing competitively throughout Indiana or the country, having a USGA Handicap is still a key part of being a golfer at any level. A handicap allows you to compete against other golfers, regardless of their ability. The handicap system levels the playing field so any two golfers, regardless of skill level, can compete against each other. With the exception of bowling, no other sport allows for a scratch or advanced player to compete fairly against a lesser accomplished competitor.Another important aspect of having a handicap is the ability to monitor your improvement (hopefully!). Whether playing alone or in a group, ultimately it is you versus the golf course. By having a handicap you are able to see how you are developing as a player based on your handicap index history. To best serve our members, both tournament participants and recreational golfers, we are changing our handicap provider in 2010 to BlueGolf, an industry leader that offers even more services to IGA-PGA Members than they have previously received. BlueGolf has provided the IGA-PGA with a tremendous tournament software program for the last three years that has proven its advantages to administrators and competitive players alike. And now we are very excited

to carry over the benefits of their expertise and progressive technology as they serve as our new handicap provider. IGA-PGA Members will still have a USGA handicap that can be used in any event they are playing in whether it is a club event, state tournament or national USGA Championship. Some of the new services that will be offered to IGA-PGA Members in 2010 include:

Enhanced Revision E-mails – in each email you will now be able to view your own and your friends’ updated indexes as well as previous handicaps and trends. One click from the e-mail will access a member’s full handicap information.Game Tracker – this feature will allow you to track hole-by-hole scores and shots for every round. You can then view an instant analysis of your game.Comprehensive Online Account – each IGA-PGA Member will receive a password protected online account to post scores, look up handicaps, update your Friends List and register for events all in one place.Course Finder – all IGA-PGA Members will be able to quickly find detailed information for courses in Indiana and the rest of the U.S., including instant access to contact information and directions to any course. This feature also offers aerial tours and actual scorecards.IGA-PGA eNewsletters - all IGA-PGA Members who provide their e-mail address will receive a periodic newsletter with the latest Indiana and national golfing news.

These are just a few of the enhancements IGA-PGA Members will see with our 2010 handicapping system. Again, handicapping programs are the backbone of amateur golf and allow people to track their personal progress as well as fairly compete with other golfers regardless of ability. The IGA-PGA currently has over 40,000 Indiana golfers experiencing the benefits of being on our handicapping system.One aspect of the Golf Office operation that is closely tied to our handicapping program is our course rating and measurement services. Without courses being accurately rated, the handicapping system would have no foundation from which to work. The IGA-PGA provides course rating and measurement for our member courses at no cost. A portion of an individual’s membership goes to support this service that is so vital to having an accurate handicapping program.Whether you are a tournament player or not, I encourage you to see the value of junior golf programs and what they mean to the future of this great game. Since 1987, the IGA-PGA, and more recently in 1994 with the Indiana Golf Foundation, has provided Indiana youth one of the best junior golf programs in the country. In 2009, we offered over 70 competitive events to junior golfers in Indiana and reached over 1,500 Indiana youth. We currently have over 300 alumni from our junior program who are playing golf at the collegiate level.In addition to our tournament program, we have one of the premier game development programs in the country. In 2001 the Indiana Golf Office opened the Gongaware Junior Academy at our headquarters in Franklin. In the last 9 years, we have had over 4,500 junior golfers attend our summer camps, many of whom were offered a scholarship to attend at no cost. Those junior golfers who attended on scholarship are also offered a place to play from the time they attend camp until they reach their 18th birthday. This course access aspect is a key component to the program. Finally, as it relates to junior golf, the IGA-PGA, through the Indiana Golf Foundation, has awarded over $260,000 in scholarship assistance to Indiana youth who are continuing their education.These junior golf programs are made possible in a large part due to the funding support we receive from IGA-PGA Memberships. In addition to handicapping, course rating and measurement and junior golf, there are numerous other services offered by the Indiana Golf Office that are possible due to IGA-PGA Members. Those services include: maintaining a web site that includes information on all aspects of golf both locally and nationally, providing publications that highlight the various events associated with Indiana golf, assisting our member golf courses with course marking and local rules, offering rules seminars for our member courses, providing a speakers bureau from a wide variety of individuals that cover all facets of the game and yes, tournaments. While tournaments are probably the most visible program offered by the IGA-PGA, there is a multitude of services being offered to IGA-PGA Members, whether or not you are a tournament player.

Executive Director’s MessageState Associations Offer More Than Just Competitive Golf by Mike David

Jack BarberTim FrazierTodd FirestoneChip Essig

Tom GuipeDenny DennisSteve BakerTerry Smith

Matt ShepherdJohn WattsMark InmanSteve Paquin

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I am extremely honored to be serving as president of what I consider to be the finest state golf association in the country, your Indiana Golf Association. I have been involved with Indiana golf in some capacity for nearly forty years and I have never been more excited than I am now about the immediate future of Indiana golf.

There have been a few changes in staff personnel and responsibilities. Under the competent leadership of our Executive Director, Mike David, you can be assured the paid staff will continue to conduct the business of our association in an efficient and professional way we are accustomed to. We have a Board of Directors made up of talented and energetic people who are dedicated to making Indiana golf great.

One change you will see immediately is in our handicapping program. We have employed BlueGolf as our handicap provider beginning with 2010. BlueGolf currently serves over fifty Golf Associations, more than twenty-five PGA of America sections, and over seventy-five junior programs. BlueGolf has been involved with the IGA tournament schedule for three years. Some of the advantages you will see include: it is an internet-based system; it is browser-based with 24/7 access from anywhere; each IGA-PGA member will have his/her own personal account for handicaps, tournaments, statistics, etc.

We have a full schedule of IGA and Indiana Junior tournaments. The State Amateur, the IGA premier event of the year, will be conducted at the Country Club of Indianapolis, one of the finest “old courses” in the state. Our junior program continues to expand with additional events and with new programs at the Gongaware Academy. We believe junior golf is the best avenue to grow the great game of golf.

The financial health of the Indiana Golf Foundation continues to be strong. In an effort to ensure the long-term stability of the Foundation we have introduced a new funding opportunity, The Hoosier Golfers Society, for golf enthusiasts who want to give back to the game. I encourage you to inquire about this program – it is filled with benefits for you and for the game of golf.

The IGA continues to have a close working relationship with the PGA, the IWGA, the Indiana State Seniors, the Indiana Golf Foundation, and the USGA. As an association we will continue to nurture these partnerships.

Golf is the greatest game there is. It has been an important part of the Smith family for many, many years. During my tenure as president, I hope I am able to make a positive contribution to the game and to the people who enjoy it.

Sincerely,Terry W. Smith

IGA President’s Messageby Terry W. Smith

Terry Smith, PresidentMark Inman, 1st VPMatt Shepherd, 2nd VPSteve Baker, Past PresidentSteve Paquin, TreasurerJohn Watts, Secretary

Ted Stauffer, District 1Jeff Woodring, District 2Peter Lanman, District 3Phil Potter, District 4Michael Meehan, District 5Jay Dixon, District 6

Skip Runnels, District 7Jim Hoffman, District 8George Fielding, District 9Dave Bates, District 10Tom Jones, District 11Tom Long, District 12

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We should all be looking forward to this upcoming season compared to the last 2 years we have had. Even though a panel of experts from the golf industry predicted modest growth, it falls on us as PGA Professionals to re-set our goals, business plans, re-think our programs and services that we provide our golfers. Re-set was the buzz word that was constantly used at the PGA National Meeting in November.As we approach this New Year and new golf season, it is imperative that we show a passion for our game and implement an inspired focus for our jobs. The golf business needs us more now more than ever, and our success will largely depend on our ability to recruit new players, maintain our current customers, and enhance our reputation as role models for all of our junior golfers.This will be a special year in golf for the Indiana Section with our state hosting two major PGA tournaments. The 35th Junior PGA Championship will be held August 2 - 5 at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Ft. Wayne, hosted by PGA Head Professional Tim Frazier. In addition, the PGA Professional National Championship will be held June 27 - 30 at the Pete Dye Course and the Donald Ross Course at French Lick Springs Resort. Director of Golf David Harner and PGA Head Professional Jan Tellstrom from the newly constructed Pete Dye Course will be the hosts of this Championship. It is such an honor for Indiana to host these two events which will bring tremendous recognition to our Section.The Indiana Golf Foundation is off to a great start this year with its new Hoosier Golfers Society (HGS) Program. Each and every PGA member of the section is asked to study the program and the benefits it has for you and the Indiana Golf Foundation. I encourage you to become a Foundation member at a level that best fits your budget. All golfers that join the HGS as a new member will extend the legacy of Junior Golf in Indiana through the Indiana Golf Foundation. Your participation in this new program will be greatly appreciated by the Indiana PGA and the Indiana Golf Foundation Boards. A new addition for 2010 is the Indiana Golf Charities Day which will be held during the week of June 14th. We are asking professionals, amateurs, and juniors to participate in this fundraising effort by agreeing to play 100 holes of golf on any given day of that week. Participants will secure pledges based on holes played, birdies, eagles, holes-in- ones that were made, or rounds under par. Thirty percent of the funds raised will be forwarded to a charity of your choice, with the remaining seventy percent benefitting the Indiana Golf Foundation. We have already received commitments from several professionals around the state to participate in this fundraising program. The PGA Board of Directors and I are very excited about the program, and we hope that you will be motivated to use your talents through the game we love to benefit others.2010 Special Awards WinnersThis year the section had the largest amount of nominations in recent years. I am very appreciative of professionals who took the time and initiative to provide us with such an extensive list of candidates for these coveted awards.I would like to congratulate each of our Section’s winners, and say “Thank you for an outstanding job of promoting the game of golf in Indiana”. The Indiana Section has some of the most talented professionals in the country, and it is a great pleasure to recognize them for their accomplishments. Professional of the Year – Denny Ford Assistant of the Year – Kyle Lundy Horton Smith Award – Dave McAtee Merchandisers of the Year - Bill Strausbaugh Award – Pat Welch Private – Nick Marucci Teacher of the Year – Scott Downing Public – Mark Nance Junior Golf Leader – Joel Baumgardner Resort – Pat BayleyI would like to extend a special thanks to Chip Essig for his work as Chairman for the Special Awards Committee. 2010 Hall of Fame This year’s inductees into the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame are Dick Walker - retired PGA Professional from Morris Park CC in South Bend, and Wally Armstrong – former Indiana Junior Golf Champion, former Tour Professional, and currently teacher and promoter of the game of golf. The Indiana Golf Hall of Fame Banquet will be held in November in South Bend.In closing, this will be my final message as Indiana PGA Section President, as my tenure ends after the 2010 Indiana PGA Fall Meeting. I have truly enjoyed this responsibility and I hope that I was able to continue to direct the Indiana Section in the manner that we have grown accustomed to.Over the last 4 years I have had the opportunity to travel to many different Sections and meet numerous professionals who also represent the PGA and do a great job in their own Sections. However, I am so proud of the many great PGA Professionals we have in Indiana, and how the Indiana Section is considered one of the nation’s leaders in golf. As I leave office, I will continue to serve on the Executive Committee as Honorary Past President, and if I can assist anyone in anyway, please feel free to call upon me. I am so proud to be an Indiana PGA Golf Professional.The very best to you,Jack Barber

Indiana PGA President’s Messageby Jack Barber

Jack Barber, PresidentTim Frazier, Vice PresidentTodd Firestone, SecretaryChip Essig, Past PresidentChad Cockerham

Mark MattinglyDan RossAnthony AndrewsJeff Smith

Keith ClarkNick MarucciJon StutzRyan Ford

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Jack Barber, current president of the Indiana PGA Section and head professional at Meridian Hills Country Club in Indianapolis, has developed a reputation as a leader. Whether servicing the members at Meridian Hills, assisting other PGA Members or Apprentices or serving his Association, Barber has followed his core belief that one leads by example through work ethic, integrity, people skills, and honesty. “On a day-to-day basis, I am cognizant that I am being observed by my staff,” says Barber, “as well as my members and fellow professionals, and it is imperative to exhibit the above traits at all times, even in the most difficult of circumstances.”

He developed a reputation among his peers as a leader and has greatly influenced all who have worked for and with him. He encourages those core beliefs in others, and through that Barber has influenced countless other PGA Members and Apprentices during his 24-year tenure at Meridian Hills. “Jack taught me to do things right the first time and has shown me how to take care of people,” said Todd Firestone, PGA Professional at Fort Wayne Country Club and a former assistant of Barber. “Nobody works harder than Jack,” added Ted Bishop, the Director of Golf at The Legends

of Indiana and the current PGA of America Secretary. “I have observed Jack at work, and his members have a great deal of respect for him.” Nick Marucci, head golf professional at Tippecanoe Country Club and another former assistant under Barber said, “Jack is so well known for his service that even members at other clubs hold Jack in the highest regard.”

“I’ve seen Jack interact with his members, with amateur golfers from around the state and with his peers, and I can’t imagine a person representing the PGA Professional in a better way than Jack,” said Mike David, Executive Director of the Indiana Golf Office. “It’s an overused phrase, but Jack is truly the epitome of the PGA Professional.”

That feeling was recently shared by the PGA of America Special Awards Committee as they selected Barber as the 2009 PGA of America Golf Professional of the Year. “This is the highest form of recognition that any PGA Professional can receive. There is no greater honor. It is the ultimate professional achievement,” explained Bishop. Barber, 59, is a 33-year member of The PGA of America and follows the late Don Padgett in 1961, as the second member of the Indiana PGA Section to be so honored.

When he’s not taking care of members or his family, or competing in Section events, Barber devotes his time to serving the game he has grown to love so much. As the current Indiana Section President, he has stepped up as a leader and motivated his fellow members. “Jack has taken the position (of Section President) to a higher level,” said Bishop, a former president himself. “He instructed his Board to do a phone survey that made the other Section members feel like somebody cared about their opinions. Then, he organized activities involving spouses and kids, which demonstrates to

families there is a human side to the PGA. Jack just gets it.” At his first board meeting serving as the president, he began his term in a memorable way by calling on all of Indiana’s members to step up to the challenges of the job and represent the true golf professional. “The inspirational speech Jack prepared at the Spring Meeting had every ear in the room listening to his words of wisdom,” admired Firestone, who serves as Indiana Section Secretary. “He used a number of hats as his props and really hammered home the point of the many roles that the PGA Member is required to fill.”

“Jack brings a tremendous level of respect to the Indiana Section Board,” said David. “Not that we haven’t had that in the past but I think Jack brings a new level of enthusiasm to his position as Board president and I don’t think there is any doubt that his enthusiasm is contagious. We had several people say it was the best Section Meeting ever. I think that is a direct result of Jack’s enthusiasm and leadership abilities.”

During his tenure at Meridian Hills, Barber has often been asked to speak to various groups, and continues to use the “Hat” presentation Firestone refers to. “One of the things that excited me is the number of hats that PGA

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Professionals wear,” said Barber. “I brought a variety of hats and pulled them out one at a time and put them on my head while speaking about being a teacher, player, merchandiser, businessman, Rules official, accountant, etc. Of all the hats we wear, it is vitally important that I wear each of them very well.”

Another one of his many ‘hats’ is his devotion to growing the game through junior golf. The Indiana Golf Foundation, which exists to promote golf and its inherent life lessons to juniors throughout the state, has also benefited from Barber’s service as a board member, advocate and fundraiser. Also, during his time at Meridian Hills he has grown the junior program to over 150 participants.

All of his talents and efforts have been recognized over the years as Barber has been named the Section Merchandiser of the Year three times, the 1993 Section Teacher of the Year, 1996 Golf Professional of the Year and the 2003 Bill Strausbaugh Award winner. Kentucky presented him with the 1981 Kentucky PGA Horton Smith Award and the 1985 Kentucky PGA Golf Professional of the Year honor. He also served as President of the Kentucky PGA board in 1984-85.

“Even with all of these honors, his legacy will be his mentorship of all the assistant golf professionals he has had over his 30 plus year career and the devotion he has had to helping over a dozen of them land head golf professional positions across the country,” said Marucci, one of those former assistants who is now in a head professional position. While at Meridian Hills C.C., Barber has mentored 20 assistant professionals and countless club personnel. Currently, nine of Barber’s former assistants are now PGA head professionals.

The PGA Golf Professional of the Year Award was established in 1955 to honor the working PGA Professional whose total contributions to the game best exemplify the complete PGA Professional. While also recognized at halftime of the January 13th Indiana Pacers game at Conseco Fieldhouse

in Indianapolis, Barber was officially recognized at The PGA of America Awards, Jan. 28, 2010, during the 57th PGA Merchandise Show at the Orange

County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The program also honored the following recipients:

• Mike Bender of Lake Mary, Fla. - PGA Teacher of the Year • Derek Hardy of Santa Ana, Calif. - PGA Horton Smith Award • Dennis Satyshur of Timonium, Md. - Bill Strausbaugh Award • Vikki Vanderpool of Murfreesboro, Tenn. -

PGA Junior Golf Leader • Kyle Heyen of Arvada, Colo. - PGA President’s Plaque • PGA Merchandisers of the Year –

• Brian Morrison of Flossmoor, Ill. - Private Facilities• Nevin Phillips of St. Thomas, V.I. - Public Facilities• Caroline Basarab-Dennison of Hilton Head Island, S.C. -

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Barber playing in a Section event

Barber celebrating his award in Orlando with present and former assistants

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An extensive list of achievements in the game of golf has earned Mike Bell the honor of Indiana Golf Hall of Fame member. He was inducted on November 20, 2009, at his home club, the Country Club of Indianapolis, in front of friends and family.

Bell’s accolades date back to 1965 when he was the recipient of the coveted Evans Scholarship from the Western Golf Association for his caddy and academic achievements. He went on to serve on the WGA Evans Scholarship selection committee, one of many ways he has given back to the game. Other ways include devoting time to the CCI Board of Directors, Indiana Golf Foundation Board of Directors and acting

as Caddy Chairman for the US Women’s Open held at CCI in 1978. In 2002-03, Bell served as President of the Indiana Golf Association Board of Directors after years as a Director and Officer.

Whether serving as a board member or participating as a player, Bell’s involvement with the IGA goes back decades. In 1973 he was victorious at the Four Man Team and in 1977 he won the Four Ball Championship. Three other Four Man Team titles followed in 1984, 1985 and 1996. In 1999 and 2004, he took the Mid Amateur Team Championship, and in 2002 won the Indiana PGA Senior Pro Am. Individually, he claimed the Senior Open Championship in 1999, Senior Amateur Championship in 2006, and Senior

Match Play and Mid Amateur Championships in 2005. At the closing tournament to the 2006 IGA season, the H.H. Gregg Indiana Golf Championships, he placed first in the senior division. Bell’s competitive success earned him a spot on the IGA Challenge Cup team an impressive 24 times. It also made him the Senior Player of the Year in 2005 and 2006.

His success spilled over into non-IGA events in Indiana as well. The Country Club of Indianapolis’ Club Championship title has gone to Bell 12 times. Sycamore Hills Golf Club awarded him victories at the Mid Am Invitational in 1993 and Senior Championship in 2003 and 2004. He succeeded at the Pete Dye Cup as the Senior Champion in 1999, as well as at the Leer Cup Senior Champion the same year. Additionally, from 1973 to 1988, Bell won the Indianapolis Spring Four Ball seven times.

On the national scene, Bell is familiar with the top of the leader board as well. Perhaps his greatest achievement in golf was winning the 2006 USGA Senior Amateur Championship at Victoria National in his home state. He qualified for the Championship in 2005 as well, but it was his showing in Newburgh that placed him in the class of USGA champions. Other USGA championships he has competed in include the 1999, 2003 and 2006 Senior Open, 1988 and 1999 Mid Amateur Championship, and the 2001 State Team Championship. Non-USGA events where he left with victories include the Sarasota City Senior Amateur from 2000 through 2002 and the Gator Creek Club Championship three times.

The 2006 season included many triumphs for Bell that led to Golfweek naming him the National Senior Amateur Player of the Year. In addition to the US Senior Am, he was the senior champion at the Porter Cup, Lupton Cup, Adams Golf Senior Championship, Gasparilla Senior Invitational, Golfweek Senior Amateur Championship, and Riverwood Invitational.

For his numerous golfing accomplishments both on the course and as a volunteer, Bell earned his spot as the 88th inductee into the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame.

Indiana Golf Hall of Fame: Mike Bell Inducted

Larry Nicolet’s impression of Bell during his introduction speech

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The Wagoner Award is presented annually to an amateur who by his or her conduct most nearly exemplifies outstanding sportsmanship and high character. The award is named after Cliff Wagoner, a 1964 inductee into the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame who demonstrated these characteristics.

This year’s recipient, Mark Inman, exhibits these qualities. Inman was born and raised in Jeffersonville, Ind., and graduated from Jeffersonville High School in 1972. During his senior year of high school basketball, he was awarded the IHSAA’s Arthur L. Trester Award for Mental Attitude. The IHSAA Executive Committee presents the award annually to outstanding seniors who excel in mental attitude, scholarship, leadership and athletic ability in basketball.

After high school, Inman attended Miami University as an undergraduate. He went on to attend Indiana University School of Law. Upon graduation in 1982 he began practicing law and has spent 27 years specializing in criminal defense and public defender work. When not in the courtroom, he can be found volunteering in numerous capacities.

His volunteer service to the IGA began in 1996 when he joined the IGA Board of Directors. Just three years later he became an officer of the IGA, going through the chairs and ultimately serving as president in 2006-07. When he became an IGA Officer in 1999 he also became a member of the IGA-PGA and Indiana Golf Foundation Boards of Directors. He continues to serve on both of those boards. Recently, the IGA Board found themselves in need of an officer to fill a vacated spot. Mark, who was currently serving as past president, volunteered to again serve in the capacity of vice president. This means in 2011 and ‘12 Mark will serve his second term as President of the Indiana Golf Association.

Inman has also been an annual volunteer at both the IHSAA Boys and Girls State Finals.

He currently resides in Zionsville with his wife of 23 years, Kathy, and together they have two daughters - Abby and Lily.

Far Hills, N.J. – Joe Luigs of Carmel, Ind., has been selected as the recipient of the 2010 Joe Dey Award by the United States Golf Association.

Presented annually since 1996, the Joe Dey Award recognizes meritorious service to the game as a volunteer. The 66-year-old Luigs received the honor Feb. 6, 2010, at the USGA’s Annual Meeting in the Village of Pinehurst, N.C. The award is named after the late Joseph C. Dey Jr., who served as USGA executive director from 1934 to 1969 and was later the first commissioner of the PGA Tour.

The owner of an insurance agency, Luigs has been a USGA committee member since 1982, when he first was appointed to the Green Section Committee. In 1991, he was also appointed to the Sectional Affairs Committee, which became the Regional Affairs Committee in 2004. He has served in a volunteer capacity over the past 25 years at more than 80 national golf championships and assisted the USGA in conducting more than 70 local qualifying events for USGA championships.

“Joe’s history of volunteerism and service to the game is inspiring,” said USGA President Jim Vernon. “He has dedicated countless hours of his time promoting and supporting the game. Golf is most fortunate to have such an advocate.

We congratulate Joe on being the recipient of the 2010 Joe Dey Award, an honor he has most certainly earned.”

Luigs was the co-general chairman for the 2007 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship and the caddie chairman for the 1989 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship, both of which were hosted by his home course, Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Ind. Luigs has worked in an official capacity for all six of the USGA championships that have been held at Crooked Stick, including the 2009 U.S. Senior Open, for which he served on the Rules Committee.

“It’s quite an honor to be chosen from among the hundreds of men and women across the country who love golf and who might be deserving of this award,” said Luigs. “Certainly, it’s not something that I set out to pursue, but I’m very humbled by the gesture. All I’ve really done is help organize golf championships, and by now there have been quite a few of them, because I’m getting pretty old.”

A former director of the Indiana Golf Association and trustee for the Evans Scholars Foundation, Luigs has traveled throughout his home state to promote or initiate caddie programs at various clubs. He was inducted into the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame in 2003.

Luigs’ wife, Marcia, was a member of the USGA Women’s Committee from 1990 to 2006 and was chairman of the committee in 2005 and 2006. She was the captain of the USA team for the 2008 Women’s World Amateur Team Championship in Australia and, with Joe, has volunteered at many USGA competitions.

“We do work together,” Joe explained last summer in typical self-deprecating fashion. “If it’s her qualifier, she is the boss. If it’s my qualifier, she is the boss. If it is a USGA national championship, the USGA is the boss.”

Wagoner Award - Mark Inman

USGA Joe Dey Award - Joe Luigs

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A 1978 Indiana Golf Hall of Fame inductee, Don Essig III now also has a place in the national PGA Golf Professionals Hall of Fame. His 41 years of service to the Indiana PGA and 34 years of dedication to the PGA of America make him extremely deserving of this great honor.

Essig’s success in golf began as an amateur when he captured the 1957 USGA National Public Links Championship. After graduating from Louisiana State University in 1961, he left his amateur status behind and turned professional. He was a Tour player from 1961-63, and then returned to his home state of Indiana in 1964 to

claim victory at the Indiana Open Championship. Once he decided to become a Club Professional, he continued to appear at the top of the leader board and won the 1971 Indiana PGA Club Professionals Championship.

The awards given to Essig during his four decades of PGA membership extend beyond playing competitions. He has amassed numerous Section Special Awards including the 1974 Indiana PGA Professional of the Year award, the highest honor bestowed upon a PGA Member in Indiana. In 1978 and 1984 he received the Horton Smith Award for his contributions to education programs

for fellow-Professionals. The Public Merchandiser of the Year award was presented to Essig in 1988, and the Teacher of the Year award was given to him in 1989. The year 2005 saw his most recent honor, the Bill Strausbaugh Award for excelling in club relations and improving employment conditions in his Section.

His service to the PGA of America was prominently spent as a member of the Rules Committee. In his time as a rules expert, Essig officiated all of the Major Championships, refereed Ryder Cup Matches, and served as Rules Chairman for the PGA of America from 2001 through 2004.

South Grove Golf Course in Indianapolis is where he spent many years as a Master Professional. He now devotes his time to the many other courses around central Indiana that he and his son, Chip, manage together under Essig Golf Management.

The PGA Golf Professionals Hall of Fame induction ceremony took place May 5, 2009 at PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Fla.

Don Essig III Inducted Into PGA Hall Of Fame

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PGA Special Award Winners

Professional of the YearTony PancakeCrooked Stick Golf Club, Carmel“The cornerstone of any success we may achieve is by building strong relationships cultivated from an enthusiastic approach and positive attitude,” said Pancake. His enthusiasm for and involvement in the game has led to his success, and his hard work is recognized by his peers.

He strives to exceed members’ expectations and offer first-class programs in all aspects of his operation, while developing a staff to aid him in fulfilling this goal. He delegates many of the responsibilities and tasks that they will need as Head Professionals to help prepare them for their career in golf. By treating people with respect and leading by example, he establishes a level of trust with his employees and members.

Pancake not only serves his membership but his Section and the PGA of America as well. He held a position on the Executive Committee for the 2009 US Senior Open Championship and fulfilled Corporate Merchandising Program and Event-Week Merchandising Program responsibilities. He promotes Indiana PGA tournaments as a competitor, the Pepsi Junior Program as a parent, both Section and National education programs as an attendee and speaker, and the Indiana Golf Foundation as a member. When he visits other clubs around the country he acts as an ambassador for the Indiana Section. Additionally he has served as an education committee member and supported the Section’s mentoring program.

Pancake hopes to leave a legacy of humility, character and integrity along with representing a

balance between his career, family and faith. He is in an active participant in developing junior programs and serves as a guest speaker for the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Golf Camp hosted by the Gongaware Academy. He also serves as an instructor for a charitable group of local business men and women and coordinates a women’s clinic as part of an annual YouthLinks event. His church and the Zionsville youth sports programs also benefit from his involvement. He utilizes his position of influence and his experience to have a positive impact through golf.

Horton Smith AwardKeith ClarkHickory Stick Golf Course, GreenwoodAs a member of the Indiana Section Education Committee since 2005 and Chair since 2008, Clark has made invaluable contributions to the education programs for his fellow Professionals. He has organized and strived to improve Spring and Fall Meeting agendas, curriculum, cracker barrel sessions and keynote speakers to attract and retain Members at the semi-annual meetings. He served as the Growth of the Game Committee Chairperson in 2006 and 2007 and remains an active committee member determined to improve Indiana’s participation in Play Golf America Days and other Play Golf America initiatives. On a national level, Clark served as an 8-year Board of Regents member.

Clark has also co-authored two monographs published by the National Golf Foundation that are used in the curriculum of the National Institute of Golf Management – Pace of Play Management Tools and Tournaments and Events Management. He consistently presents the

message that no one can do the job better than a PGA Member and strives to provide fellow professionals the tools they need to succeed.

Bill Strausbaugh AwardGary Gant, Fort WayneGant, a member of the Indiana Golf Hall of Fame, received the Bill Strausbaugh Award for his mentoring efforts and service to staff and community. He constantly speaks with other Professionals and club boards of directors to discuss budgets, programs and being a general manager versus a head golf professional. Gant has also taught education seminars in his Section and served on the Board of Directors from 1986-89.

His service to his community includes chairing the Miami County United Way, coaching junior high basketball for 10 years and participating in “Fort Wayne Dancing with the Stars” as a ‘star’ in 2008. Fifteen charities a year received four donated rounds from Gant during his tenure at Pine Valley to help raise funds for their missions.

Teacher of the YearJohn Dal CorobboPrairie View Golf Course, CarmelOver twenty years of playing and coaching experience has developed Dal Corobbo into one of the best instructors in Indiana. His expertise and knowledge are utilized at Prairie Views’ Golf Training Academy where he standardized the approach that all staff members take to teaching to ensure consistency among clients. He also initiated a 20-point analysis system that has been highly successful in training patrons. As a certified K-Vest instructor, he integrated the 3-D

Every year the Indiana Section PGA presents the following Special Awards to recognize the outstanding performances and superior achievements of PGA Professionals in the state. The awards are presented to acknowledge accomplishments both on and off the course.

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Keith C

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Gary G

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John Dal C

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Motion Analysis System into the program.

Additionally, he created ‘Fitting Months’ with the biggest equipment manufacturers on the market and created a 10-week Winter Make Over Series. He also works with the Indianapolis Women’s Golf League to provide member specific programming.

Dal Corobbo updated Prairie View’s website to include a proprietary statistical analysis program and created an interactive experience including a video component to improve e-marketing and member service. The updated website also includes a proprietary statistical analysis program for patrons to monitor their progress.

Before entering the Indiana Section, he resided in Michigan and wrote instructional articles for the Lansing State Journal. At Michigan State he also authored Model Golf – The Nine Core Skills to an Enlightened Golf Game.

Former students of his include Katherine Hull - LPGA Tour Member, Mark Wuersching and CD Hockersmith - Hooters Tour Members, Jeff Cook and Jeff Sanders - Indiana Open Champions, Randy Nichols - Indiana Golf Hall of Fame member and numerous All-State high school and college players.

Junior Golf LeaderGene KaufmanEtna Acres Golf Course, AndrewsKaufman’s influential career in golf began over 40 years ago when he built Etna Acres in the 1960’s. He immediately demonstrated his passion for supporting and promoting junior golf when he started the Southwood High School boys’ golf team in 1963. Now his course hosts both the boys and girls teams at Southwood as well as the junior high teams.

Even in a rural setting, Kaufman attracts an average of 40 participants ages 7-17 in his junior program and installed junior tees on his course in 2002 in compliance with the USGA guidelines. His goal is to provide fun, educational instruction to all. Juniors are not restricted to specific times or dates to use the course facilities, and he often stops on to the range to offer unsolicited help.

He hosts three junior-senior tournaments annually as well as a Little Cities Tour

competition. Kaufman has hosted Indiana Junior Golf Program Mountain Dew junior tournaments annually since 2003. Furthermore, the Whites Institute now has a golf section with clubs provided for the students thanks to Mr. Kaufman. In 2008, he and his daughter spoke at the Honeywell House to the community on “Taking Your Child/Grandchild to the Golf Course”.

Several juniors that he has influenced through the decades have gone on to play at Indiana University, Purdue and Ball State, and one has been named an Evans Scholar.

Assistant Golf Professional of the YearPatrick WhiteCrooked Stick Golf Club, CarmelWhite’s accolades began as an undergrad at Penn State University where he received the Fred M. Coombs Scholarship for possessing qualities needed to succeed in the golf business. He was also chosen to represent his alma mater at the Callaway Leadership Conference in Port St. Lucie in 2007. Now as an Assistant at Crooked Stick under the direction of Pancake, he can apply his leadership qualities.

At Crooked Stick, White focuses his time directing the club’s outside staff and caddie program. In 2009 he also served as Merchandise Specialist for the US Senior Open. Other national championship experience he has acquired includes managing 10-20 employees in the Merchandise Pavilion at the Masters Tournament in 2008 and ‘09.

His dedication to the Indiana Section is demonstrated by his participation in numerous Section tournaments and the McGladrey Team. White’s involvement was also shown when he individually raised close to $1,000 for Patriot Golf Day.

Merchandisers of the YearPrivate: Kedric PerkinsHillview Country Club, FranklinAfter Kedric Perkins took the job as Head Professional at Hillview C.C. two seasons ago, he worked hard to revamp the golf shop to best serve his membership. He installed chair rail trim, painted the walls, hung golf art and antique

clubs, hung curtains, purchased new display shelves and busts, and created a sitting area for members to watch television. The merchandise was changed every 10 to 12 days to keep the selection and appearance fresh.

Perkins diligently researched the prices of local retail outlets to make sure to offer a lower price and a better return policy; he took back any item at any time and offered shop credit. The other extra touches that he offered his members included fresh-ground coffee in the shop in the morning and year-round gift wrapping service.

Public: Jan TellstromSmock Golf Course, GreenwoodDuring his time as Smock, Tellstrom successfully managed a public course golf shop for 33 years under the philosophy of giving customers a wide variety of merchandise at prices that kept them coming back instead of turning to retail stores. He worked to establish relationships and carry top-of-the-line apparel and equipment that won over the public course customer.

A corner of Tellstrom’s shop was dedicated to a Junior Pro Shop, and theme-oriented displays were used to attract customers throughout the season. In May, a race theme was depicted, and red, white and blue decorated the shop in July. These tactics resulted in an average of $36 in sales per round.

Resort: Dave HarnerFrench Lick Resort, French LickManaging merchandise at French Lick Springs Resort involves overseeing three separate golf shops, each designed to target a different type of customer. Harner devotes up to 40 percent of his time to merchandising functions.

Buying for three different golf shops with distinctly different clientele requires a great understanding of the customers’ needs. Thus, he finds studying fashion and market trends as most important. At a minimum he changes the clothing displays three times per week and sometimes daily if sales warrant it. He believes they must stay current, and his success is partially because of his philosophy that fashion and equipment at the cutting edge is what customers want to wear and play. His motto - ‘What wins on Sunday sells on Monday’.

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Patrick White

Kedric Perkins

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The 2009 Pepsi PGA Player of the Year also earned this award in 2008. Brett Melton’s success continued throughout the 2009 season as he finished in the top-10 seven times.

He took runner-up at the Indiana Professionals Championship at French Lick Springs Resort and placed 3rd at the Mobile Pro Shop Northern Open at Glendarin Hills Golf Course. At the Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series event at Prairie View Golf Couse, the site of his 2008 Indiana Open title, he placed

5th, and at the Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series at The Warren Course at Notre Dame he placed 6th. Other top finishes included 8th at the Monticello Open at Tippecanoe Country Club, 9th at the E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open at The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club, and 9th in the PGA Members division at the Pepsi Championships at Rock Hollow Golf Club.

At the 2009 National Club Professionals Championship, he made the cut and finished the highest of all Indiana Professionals, finishing in 44th place.

Pepsi PGA Player of the YearBrett Melton

1 Brett Melton, Washington 13 1,107.50 2 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View GC 11 874.53 3 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 16 842.04 4 Todd Smith, Rock Hollow GC 11 829.25 5 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 13 798.57 6 James Ousley,Tippecanoe CC 15 678.75 7 Jeff Marsh, Deer Track GC 12 677.38 8 Ivan Foster, Bridgewater GC 12 650.71 9 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 11 568.28 10 David Carich, The Bridgewater Club 15 561.55

Pepsi PGA Player of the Year Point StandingsPlayer Events Points

Professional Championship presented by Titleist FootJoy Cobra, Club Carand The PGA Tour 2ndMobile Pro Shop Northern Open T3Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series T5Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series T6E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open T9Monticello Open T8 Pepsi Championships T9National Professional Championship

Qualifier

Top Finishes:

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This is the 2nd Senior Player of the Year for Quinn Griffing, who recently joined the senior ranks in 2008. During the 2009 season he was champion at two events and placed in the top 5 of the senior division on eight additional occasions.

His first win of the season was at a Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series event at The Warren Course at Notre Dame. His other victory came at the Callaway PGA Team at Kokomo Country Club where he and partner Todd Sandow of Sycamore Golf Course were victorious. Other top finishes occurred at the Srixon SkyGolf Pro Am at Rock Hollow Golf Club where he placed 5th, and at the Golf Vendor’s Association Pro Assistant at The Legends of Indiana where he finished 4th.

Griffing’s top finishes in 2009 in the senior division included 2nd at the

Senior Professionals Championship at Harbour Trees Golf Club and 2nd at the Best Western Senior Open at Pine Valley Country Club. He added two 3rd place finishes in the senior division at the Mobile Pro Shop Northern Open at Glendarin Hills Golf Course and the Pepsi Championships at Rock Hollow GC. His remaining top senior division finishes were 4th at the E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open at The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club and the Monticello Open at Tippecanoe Country Club, and 5th at the Prairie View Golf Course Tournament Series and Advantage Golf Southern Open at Champions Pointe.

Griffing clinched his 2009 honor after playing in the National Senior Professional Championship in Florida Oct. 29- Nov. 1, 2009.

1 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 16 1,125.00 2 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC 15 1,105.00 3 Brian Sears 15 602.50 4 Scott Morris, Gray Eagle GC 13 501.67 5 Denny Hepler, Raccoon Run GC 13 467.50 6 Cary Hungate, Kokomo CC 12 362.50 7 Rick Hemsoth, McMillen Park GC 9 293.33 8 Lon Kinney, Harbour Trees GC 15 284.17 9 Todd Sandow, Sycamore GC 11 255.00 10 Eric Johnson 12 209.58

Pepsi Senior PGA Player of the Year

Pepsi Senior PGA Player of the Year Point Standings

Quinn Griffing

Player Events Points

Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series ChampionCallaway Team Championship ChampionSenior Championship presented by The PGA Tour T2Monticello Open T4Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series T5Cleveland Golf, Srixon, SkyGolf Pro Am T5National Senior Professional Championship Qualifier

Top Finishes:

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This is the first Club Car Assistant Player of the Year award for Blair Shadday, who used a victory at the Callaway Assistant Championship at The Legends of Indiana to help him secure this honor.

In addition to his win at the Assistant’s Championship, Shadday placed 3rd at the Indiana Club Professional Championship at French Lick Springs Resort and qualified for the National Championship to be held there next year. He also earned top-10 finishes in the Assistants Division at several events, including 2nd at the Indiana Open at Brickyard Crossing and 5th at the Cleveland Golf, Srixon, SkyGolf Indiana PGA Pro Am at Rock Hollow Golf Club. Two first place finishes in the Assistants Division came at the Advantage Golf Southern Open at Champions Pointe where he came in 6th overall and at the E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open at The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club where he finished 7th overall.

Club Car PGA Assistant Player of the Year

1 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 11 615.00 2 Jamie L. Broce, Indiana University 5 550.00 3 Dean C. Prange, Hillcrest CC 12 525.00 4 Brad Fellers, Indiana National GC 10 425.00 5 Chris S. Tilbury, Indiana National GC 7 375.00 6 Chris M. Clemens, Dye's Walk CC 11 295.00 7 Joshua C. Maxwell, Bloomington CC 8 285.00 8 Michael J. Roland, River Glen CC 7 223.33 9 Donnie W. Rogers, Dick’s Sporting Goods 7 175.00 T10 Joshua P. Strychalski, Prestwick CC 3 155.00 T10 Tyler Haire, Sycamore Hills GC 1 155.00

Club Car PGA Assistant Player of the Year

Blair Shadday


Callaway Assistant Championship ChampionProfessional Championship presented by Titleist FootJoy Cobra, Club Car and The PGA Tour T3Cleveland Golf, Srixon, SkyGolf Pro Am T5Advantage Golf TaylorMade Southern Open T6E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open T7National Assistant Championship Qualifier

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PGA Championship ReviewComeback Round Nearly Sets Course Record at State OpenAs “The Greatest Spectacle in Golfing” flashed across a big-screen at Brickyard Crossing, 156 of Indiana’s best golfers took to the course to compete for the 94th PGA Indiana Open July 7-10, 2009. The week showcased great amateurs and professionals and provided a dramatic comeback finish on the final day when champion Aaron Monson of Nineveh fired a near course record 63 to become only the second amateur to win the Open since 1970.

Low scores began coming in the first day when, with new professional status, Andy Winings of Brownsburg fired a six-under 66. He took the lone spot atop the leader board. “It could have been a 65, but I missed a two-foot putt on 18,” said Winings. “But I played solid golf and I’m really happy.” Hitting 17 greens is pretty solid playing. “That wasn’t too bad for my first professional round,” said Winings with a smile. Fellow-competitor Mike Liming simply stated, “He made it look easy.”

Chris Baker of Brownstown challenged Winings early, also competing as a relatively young professional. He debuted at the Indiana Open in 2008 and got his first tour win at the NGA Hooters Classic at Quail Crossing in May 2009. He opened the 2009 Open competition with a 34-33=67 and sat tied in second. Baker’s second day 68 moved him into a tie for the lead with Winings who fired 69.

Seeking to avenge his one shot defeat at the 2009 Indiana Amateur, Erich Johnston (a) of Fort Wayne worked himself once again into contention for a state title. Johnston’s second day score of 67 at Brickyard Crossing added to his first round 69 landed him in third place and one shot behind the leaders with 36 left to play. One shot off of him was Monson.

Although still in fourth heading into the final round, Monson appeared to have taken himself out of the competition with a 73 on the third day. Johnston’s 67 gave him sole ownership of the lead, and Baker’s 69 put him just one shot back. Five shots separated the two from the rest of the field led by Winings and then Monson seven strokes back. With the superb three-day performances of Johnston and Baker, there was reason to believe it was a two-man race. Everyone except the players was convinced it was. Both leaders chose to disregard the fact they created a significant separation from the others. “I have to think of it as just another round and stay aggressive,” said Johnston. Baker said, “It doesn’t change a thing. I’m going to go out and make as many birdies as I can.” While they both did continue to fight, Monson, not even in the final pairing, slowly snuck up on the leaders and closed the gap as the final day went on.

Monson fired a 32 on the front to excite himself with a chance at catching the front-runners who were not making much of a move. He followed it with a 31 for a near course record round of 63 and impressed everyone around who thought the trophy would go to Baker or Johnston. He earned himself the distinguished honor of only the second amateur to win the Open since 1970. “That’s unbelievable. It’s been an awesome day and week,” responded Monson when told of the stat. Lee Williamson took the title as an amateur in 2001.

Johnston and Baker both carded 71 to finish second and third, respectively. Both players were simply unable to make enough birdies at the end to challenge Monson’s run. “Everyone played well, I just had enough birdies and enough luck,” said Monson. He opened with a birdie on one, and quickly added another at hole 3 before really closing the gap with three consecutive birdies on holes 8, 9 and 10. “My goal was 65, so at least I would give myself a chance. But I told myself later not to get satisfied with the round and to keep going. I made some career shots and career putts.” Once he birdied the par-5 12th hole, he really started to believe he had a chance. “After I birdied the par-5 12th, I looked at the board and realized I was only two down. I thought I had a chance. You just never know,” he said.

At the par-3 17th, Johnston shared the lead with Monson at 15 under. Johnston’s tee shot missed the green and the up and down attempt didn’t drop, leaving him with a must-birdie finishing hole because of Monson’s par at 18. “I found out Johnston bogeyed as I walked up to the green, and then I had a stress free par putt,” said Monson. With only two birdies made all day at 18, it was playing as the most difficult on the course. Johnston’s approach from the rough left him with a pressure-packed 50-foot birdie putt to force a playoff, which he only missed by mere inches in front of a screaming crowd.

Monson was hiding behind the scoring tent and couldn’t watch Johnston putt, but his caddie Tarik Abdalla patted him on the back to congratulate him and signal his victory.

Champion Aaron Monson on the first tee at Brickyard Crossing

Runner-up Erich Johnston during the State Open

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PGA Championship ReviewMeaningful Win for Smith at Professionals Championship

After playing a practice round August 10, 2009, Todd Smith of Rock Hollow Golf Club declared that the Pete Dye Course at French Lick Springs Resort was one of, if not the best, courses that he had ever played. After capturing a playoff victory over Brett Melton of Country Oaks GC to capture the 2009 Indiana PGA Professionals Championship presented by Titleist, FootJoy, Cobra, Club Car and The PGA Tour, Smith’s love for the French Lick venue was sure to grow.

“It’s one of the hardest, and best, courses that I have ever played,” exclaimed Smith after making birdie on the second playoff hole to capture his sixth Indiana PGA Professionals Championship. Smith’s 9-over par total was the highest winning total in recent memory. Most of the field of 83 Indiana PGA Professionals struggled on the 7,000 yard layout August 18, with the average score being over 82 for the two rounds played on the Pete Dye Course.

It was a sweet win for Smith, who played very little golf last summer. “Seven or eight years ago I knew where my shots were going, and I don’t have that now,” he explained. “But I just kept telling myself not to give up.” A five-time champion, Smith’s last Professional Championship title was in 2001, preceded by 1999, ’97, ’96 and ’94.

It was also a meaningful win for Smith due to what he and his family endured last summer with the passing of his sister-in-law, Beth Smith, in a tragic automobile accident. “This win means a lot to me. I really wanted this win for [my wife] Claire and [my brother] Chris and my whole family,” he said. “Claire has always stuck by me no matter what and told me that I am still good enough to compete, and I want Chris to know that he can go out and win again too.” Chris, Beth’s husband, is a Nationwide and PGA Tour player who took the rest of the year off to take care of his family.

The playoff that gave the win to the Smith family began at the 10th hole where both Smith and Melton flew right off the tee down a steep hill into the rough. Melton hit first and stuck it to 18 feet, but Smith placed his closer. Neither player was able to convert the birdie, and they moved to the 11th tee. Smith found the rough left of the fairway, but Melton trickled down into the right fairway bunker. He caught his bunker shot heavy and left himself a 30-foot chip and little green to work with. Smith hit his approach to ten feet, drained the putt and gave a huge fist pump to signal victory.

Smith and Melton will compete again in 2010 at French Lick Resort in the PGA National Professional Championship along with four other PGA Members from the Indiana Section. Those

players are 2009 Assistant Champion Blair Shadday of Purgatory GC, 2008 Professional Champion Jim Ousley of Tippecanoe CC, Brad Fellers of Indiana National GC and Chad Jones of The Sagamore Club. In order to prepare for the national competition, where golf carts aren’t permitted, Smith plans to get in better shape to walk the hilly terrain of southern Indiana. His optimism comes from knowing that he knows the course better than players from around the country and that he doesn’t have to recover from a long plane ride or travel time. “I’m really looking forward to it,” Smith concluded.

Todd Smith on Pete Dye’s new French Lick design

Brett Melton during the playoff

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PGA Championship ReviewPepsi Club Car Tournament SeriesNeither a strong field nor tough weather conditions tested Jim Ousley at the Indiana PGA season-opener April 20, 2009. Ousley, PGA Professional at Tippecanoe Country Club in Monticello, claimed victory after firing a 4-under-par 68 in the Pepsi/Club Car Tournament Series at Broadmoor Country Club in Indianapolis. He finished three shots ahead of runner up Mike O’Toole.

Despite strong winds, cold temperatures and rain, Ousley stayed focused and managed seven birdies, including a chip-in on hole 5 and a holed-out bunker shot on the par-3 8th hole. Not having to putt on two greens contributed to his impressive 23 total putts. The other noteworthy statistic was that he only missed two fairways off the tee.

During the off-season, Ousley spent time in Florida concentrating on improving his putting as well as physical ability, which gave him an edge over his fellow competitors. “I worked with a physical therapist and golf trainer for stretching and strength training. I’m a little ahead of the game being this loose this time of year,” he said. Playing in four tournaments down south over the winter put him in solid position to compete back home in Indiana. His last Indiana PGA victory was at Country Club of Indianapolis August 18-19, 2008, at the Professionals Championship.

The Pepsi/Club Car Tournament Series continued June 8 at The Warren Golf Course in South Bend, where Pepsi Senior Player of the Year

Quinn Griffing from Donald Ross Golf Club found his first win of the season. “It’s always nice to get the first win under my belt,” he said. “I feel liberated.” Griffing’s round of 32-34=66 began with a birdie on the first hole. “I decided to lay up with a 3-wood instead of hitting driver on several holes because the driver would put me somewhere I didn’t want to be,” explained Griffing. That decision to keep the driver in the bag led to four birdies.

Finishing in the runner-up position was Dean Prange of Hillcrest Country Club at 34-34=68. By playing solid golf, he managed to avoid the environmental areas and tall grass that edged most of the holes and left his competitors with difficult shots. Prange birdied every par-5 hole and holed a bunker shot on the par-3, 14th hole to recover from a bogey on 13. “That bunker shot got me back in the game mentally,” said Prange. A great up-and-down on the final hole saved par and kept him ahead of Jamie Broce of Clayton who finished third with a 69.

The final Pepsi/Club Car Tournament Series event was August 31 at Prairie View G.C. A pitching lesson may have given champion Dave Carich of The Bridgewater Club the edge that allowed him to take the win. Pitching was a problem area of Carich’s game all season, but he finally worked it out and carded a 68. “I finally figured it out and it paid off,” said Carich. “That helped a lot.”

Aside from his pitching, his putting helped him make three consecutive birdies on the back side. At the 13th hole he made a 30-foot putt to get the streak going and followed it up with two more one-putts. This was Carich’s only win of the season. “With this field, I am happy to get a win,” he said.

Prange, Broce and Ivan Foster of Bridgewater GC finished tied in the runner-up position at 69.

Quinn Griffing

David Carich

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PGA Championship ReviewOpen Championships

After just two Indiana Section PGA tournaments of the 2009 season, Mike O’Toole had already claimed both runner-up and champion titles, beating his top finish of sixth place in all of 2008. Fuzzy Zoeller’s Champions Pointe Golf Course in Henryville welcomed 132 of the state’s best PGA Professionals and amateurs for the TaylorMade/Advantage Golf Southern Open May 4, where O’Toole made it to the top of the leader board.

He had the first tee time of the championship and fired a 4-under-par 68 on the 7,154 yard track that would remain untouched throughout the day. Three of his six birdies came on par 4’s, including one at the number one handicapped hole seven. One of two bogeys did not cost him much against the field, because it came at the difficult finishing par 4, 18th hole. It played by far the most difficult on the course, averaging 4.8 throughout the day.

Fellow Professionals Anthony Andrews from Coyote Creek Golf Course and Chris Drake of Dick’s Sporting Goods came close with rounds of 69 to finish runner-up. Leading amateur Dale Jalovecky from Porter also carded a 69 to take top amateur honors.

The other open event that was claimed by a PGA Professional was the Mobile Pro Shop Northern Open. Even with two double bogeys, Jim Ousley of Tippecanoe CC managed to shoot 5-under-par 67 to force a playoff with amateur Tyler Zink of Lanesville June 15 at Glendarin Hills G.C. A chip-in for eagle and two birdies on the front nine by Ousley kept him at even before rallying on the back nine with six birdies. Zink played a steady round of pars and birdies to shoot 67.

In the playoff, both made pars at the first two holes before going back to the 10th tee. Ousley’s drive went down the fairway while Zink’s found the bunker. Zink advanced his second shot into another bunker, but Ousley had luck on his side when he skipped his second shot over a pond to a safe lie on the green side. He made par and took home the trophy. “It took me 13 years to win one tournament, and now I have three wins in eight months,” said Ousley. He won the 2008 Indiana PGA Professionals Championship and a 2009 Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series.

The other two open events of the season went to amateurs. At the Best Western Senior Open at Pine Valley May 12-13, Sam Till of Fort Wayne opened with a 67 the first round and followed it with a final-round 73 to create a three shot victory over Bill Schumaker of Crooked Lake G.C., and amateurs Terry Werner of Dyer and Ted Kaperak of Terre Haute. Amateurs claimed all of the top ten spots except Schumaker, demonstrating the strength of Indiana’s senior amateurs. Till also holds a Senior Club Champion title at Pine Valley, and he finished runner-up at the 2008 Mid Amateur held at Pine Valley C.C. behind Randy Nichols of Brookville.

The other amateur victory was by Todd Palmer of Fishers at the E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open at The Hawthorns G & C.C. May 18-19. His 71-71=142 shooting got him his second win of the season, the first occurring at the 2009 Mid Am Team with partner Curt Puckett. Palmer struck the ball decently at The Hawthorns, but the strength of his game was on the greens. “I hit to the safe side of the greens a lot,” he said. “I never lost the lead, so if nobody was making a lot of birdies I was going to keep playing conservatively.”

Palmer’s conservative strategy held off runner-up and amateur Andrew Frandsen of Lebanon who shot 72-73=145. “I knew I was in the hunt if I just kept grinding,” said Frandsen. “I played well at times, but I couldn’t get anything really going.” John Dal Corobbo of Prairie View G.C. did get his game going for a final round 71 and a 146 total to take top Professional honors.

Sam Till

Jim Ousley

Todd Palmer

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PGA Championship ReviewSenior Professional Championship & Callaway Assistant Championship

After his opening round 66 took the lead, an even-par 71 by Bill Schumaker of Crooked Lake GC widened his lead and earned him the 2009 PGA Senior Professional Championship title September 10 at Harbour Trees GC. “It’s nice to finally get a win again. It’s been a long time,” he said. His last Section win came in 2007 when he was champion at this same event.

His efforts at this championship moved him up to the front-runner position for the PGA Pepsi Senior Player of the Year honor that he held eight times in a row from 2000-2007. He earned 150 more points to allow him to continue to edge out Quinn Griffing for the 2009 honor a little while longer. Griffing of The Donald Ross Course interrupted Schumaker’s streak in 2008 when he was a rookie to the senior division, and Griffing’s showing at the 2009 Senior Professional National Championship gave him the points needed to defend his title.

Griffing finished as runner up at Harbour Trees after shooting 70-72=142, and nobody came closer than him in catching Schumaker. The closest he got all day was within two. Schumaker made two good putts on the front for consecutive birdies at 3 and 4, and another one at the 10th hole put him at a tournament low 7-under. But on the back he found greenside bunkers on four occasions, creating fewer birdie attempts.

The top two finishers along with Scott Morris of Gray Eagle GC, Cary Hungate of Kokomo CC and Todd Sandow of Sycamore GC all qualified for the PGA Senior Professional National Championship in Port St. Lucie, Flor., Oct. 29 – Nov. 1, 2009. Denny Hepler of Raccoon Run was the first alternate and took Schumaker’s place in Florida. Hepler finished the strongest of all Indiana contestants by coming in at 75th after rounds of 70-73-74-77=294.

Another PGA Member to compete on the national scene was Assistant Player of the Year Blair Shadday of Purgatory GC, who captured the Callaway Assistant Championship on August 3. After a decent morning round of 72 left him tied in third and four shots out of the lead, an afternoon round of 6-under-par 66 at The Legends of Indiana jumped him into first place. “The difference in the afternoon round was that I caught a few breaks early. I also made some great up-and-downs on the first two holes,” said Shadday. “After that I gained some confidence, settled in and started to just play golf.”

With room for only two assistants from Indiana to advance to the national tournament, Shadday knew he had to shoot a low number in the afternoon to have a chance at competing on the national level. Even though he struggled off the tee, recovering to make six birdies and no bogeys allowed him to do just that.

As fate would have it, thunderstorms plagued the second day and the tournament was called off and decided on 36 hole scores. Shadday was declared the winner at 72-66=138 and qualified for his first national Callaway Golf PGA Assistant Championship. “I am thrilled about the opportunity to participate in the national event. It is an honor to represent Indiana,” he said.

Jamie Broce from Indiana University also qualified to head down to PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Flor., in October by finishing second after rounds of 68-71=139. “Jamie is a great player, and I truly was looking forward to the challenge of the [final] day,” said Shadday. “As I’m sure everyone else on that leader board was.”

Senior Champion Bill Schumaker

Assistant Champion Blair Shadday

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Defending champion of the PGA Professionals division, Dave Pugh, defended his title at the Pepsi Indiana Golf Championships at Rock Hollow September 22-23, 2009. His 69-69=138 put him six shots in front of runner-up Ivan Foster. “I made some putts and got lucky,” said Pugh. “That was really the only thing that has been holding me back, so my son and I put a practice putting area in my basement.” Working with his 11-year-old son Luke paid off. “It’s so hard to win out here, but I’m starting to get more comfortable and feel like I belong out here,” said Pugh. The win wrapped up the season for Pugh on a high note. He took a break from the golf course during the winter to build a home and will return to the course in May.

The Pepsi Championships did signal the end of the season for most players in Indiana, but for some it was just the beginning. Champion in the Senior Amateur division, Ron Carter, spent the fall and winter bouncing around the country competing in national events. His schedule included stops in San Antonio - where he finished fifth at the 2009 U.S. Senior Challenge, Charleston, Chattanooga, and three weeks in Florida. “It’s a good way to end the year in Indiana,” he said. In preparation for the Pepsi Championships, he took ten days off to rest. “I think this win is a culmination of the time off. It makes you really want to play more,” Carter explained. His 68-68=136 was the tournament low.

In the Senior Professional division, Scott Steger pulled through with a final round 69 to add to his 73 and beat out Brian Sears by one shot. Scott Pieri won the Amateur division with 69-71=140.

Players were invited to the Pepsi Championships based on points earned during the 2009 IGA-PGA and USGA season.

PGA Championship ReviewPepsi Indiana Golf Championships

IGA Amateurs:1 Scott Pieri 69 71 1402 Derek Moore 72 69 141

IGA Senior Amateurs:1 Ron Carter 68 68 136T2 Ted Smith 72 71 143T2 John Wray 70 73 143

PGA Professionals:1 Dave Pugh 69 69 1382 Ivan Foster 74 70 144

PGA Senior Professionals:1 Scott Steger 73 69 1422 Brian Sears 70 73 143

IGA Senior Champion Ron Carter

IGA Amateur Champion Scott Pieri

Callaway Team ChampionshipDespite two bogeys during the final round, Todd Sandow and Quinn Griffing pulled off a win at the PGA Team Championship. Kokomo CC hosted 76 Indiana Professionals September 28-29 for the four ball, stroke play event. Sandow and Griffing’s impressive 64-64=128 in the cold and windy conditions bested the runners-up by two. Wes Marshall and Daniel Witt, as well as the team of Todd Smith and Bill Schumaker carded 65-65=130’s for second place.

Winning team of Todd Sandow and Quinn Griffing

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PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – The PGA of America has announced the 35th Junior PGA Championship will be contested Aug. 2-5, 2010, at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne, Ind. It will be the first Junior PGA Championship to be contested in Indiana.

“Our 34-year tradition of offering the country’s top junior golfers a premier Championship venue will continue as The PGA of America brings the 2010 Junior PGA Championship to Sycamore Hills Golf Club.,” said PGA President Jim Remy. “The Jack Nicklaus Signature design will present the nation’s top-ranked juniors a great challenge on which to display their talents.”

Tim Frazier, PGA head professional at Sycamore Hills Golf Club and the Vice President of the Indiana PGA Section, is excited to host the 2010 Junior PGA Championship at his facility.

“Sycamore Hills Golf Club is thrilled to be hosting the 2010 Junior PGA Championship,” said Frazier. “We are very excited today’s elite junior players will be competing for the coveted Jack Nicklaus and Patty Berg trophies on our championship Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course. Our goal is that tomorrow’s stars look back on the 35th Junior PGA Championship as the most elite experience in their junior golf memories.”

Perhaps the finest golf club in the Midwest, Sycamore Hills opened its doors in 1989. The course, first deeded by Andrew Jackson in 1835, is marked by generous fairways, peninsula greens, waste bunkers and white sand. Sycamore Hills is ranked No. 93 in Golf Digest’s “America’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses for 2009-10,” and also ranks No. 63 on Golf Digest’s “Top 100 Greatest Practice Facilities for 2009-10.”

“In my opinion, Sycamore Hills is one of the finest sites we’ve ever had the opportunity on which to design a golf course, said Jack Nicklaus. “It has gorgeous trees, great movement of the property, and it had some existing lakes that really functioned quite well. The site had a little river moving through the property which really afforded a lot of opportunities to create different shots. We had the opportunity to create a very diverse set of holes for Sycamore Hills and the course should be considered as one of the finest golf courses in the United States, as time goes on.”

Begun in 1976, The Junior PGA Championship has traditionally produced unforgettable golf performances and brings together the best junior golfers from around the country to compete for the Jack Nicklaus Trophy in the boys’ division and the Patty Berg Trophy in the girls’ division.

In 2009, Florida natives T.J. Vogel of Cooper City and Alexis Thompson of Coral Springs claimed the title in the boys’ and girls’ divisions, respectively. Thompson, who became the youngest winner of the Junior PGA Championship in 2007 at the age of 12, took home her second title.

The Junior PGA Championship has been a stepping stone for competitors to either collegiate or Tour professional careers. The list of past Champions includes some of the most prominent current Tour professionals: Billy Andrade (1981), Billy Mayfair (1982), 2001 PGA Champion David Toms (1984), Sean O’Hair (1998), 2007 U.S. Women’s Open Champion Cristie Kerr (1995), 2008 Masters Champion Trevor Immelman (1996), Grace Park (1996), Aree Song (1999, 2000), In-Bee Park (2001, ’02) and 2007 LPGA Rookie of the Year Angela Park (2004).

Junior PGA Championship to be Held at Sycamore Hills Golf Club

12th hole Sycamore Hills Golf Club

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The PGA of America’s Financial Assistance Fund Scholarship was established in 1986 to provide college scholarships for children and grandchildren of PGA members. In 2009, five scholarships were awarded to Indiana applicants who are children of Indiana PGA Professionals and pursuing a college education. Erin Smith of Peru, Thomas Harner of French Lick, Jennifer Hunt of Portland and Julianne Frye of La Porte were all named National Award Winners and received $2,000 towards their education.

Brad Smith of Peru was named a John Cox Award Winner and received $5,000. Cox was a former PGA independent director from Midland, Texas, who generously donated $1.2

million from 1997-98 to the PGA Financial Assistance Fund, resulting in a scholarship endowment.

Erin and Brad Smith are the children of PGA Professional Todd Smith of Rock Hollow G.C., and Erin attends Indiana University. Brad is currently a student athlete at Ohio State University. Harner, son of French Lick Resort PGA Professional Dave Harner, and Hunt, daughter of PGA Professional Randy Hunt at Ki-Ann G.C., also attend Indiana University. Frye, daughter of PGA Profesional Rick Frye, is a student at University of Kentucky.

Since the inception of the scholarship program, $4.2 million has been awarded to more than 2,100 students.

PGA Scholarship RecipientsErin Smith Thomas Harner

First Tour Wins for Two Indiana Professionals

Stepping up to the first tee and waiting for his name to be announced had become routine, shaped by 10 years and over 200 starts on the PGA Tour. But on July 16, 2009, Bo Van Pelt teed it up for the 229th time at the U.S. Bank Championship, and what followed was anything but routine. At Brown Deer Park Golf Course in Milwaukee, Wisc., he finally accomplished what he set out to do in 1999 and claimed a PGA Tour victory. “It took me 229 times to get my first win,” said Van Pelt. “I don’t know why it took me so long. Playing golf is all I have ever wanted to do.” That desire created the persistence needed to stay motivated through the ups and downs of being a touring professional. “There were times when I was sick of traveling or mad when I played poorly, but at the end of the day I have the best job in the world,” he said.

The determination and focus that got him to Milwaukee that week was also demonstrated in his playoff win over John Mallinger. Van Pelt’s four consecutive rounds in the 60’s - 67-68-68-64=267 put him

at the top of the leader board with Mallinger. They returned to the course for a show down, where Van Pelt ended it with a par at the second hole to take home his first PGA trophy. “I finally just played my game and didn’t try to win in Milwaukee. I was very calm all week and I liked how I was playing,” explained Van Pelt. “I just stayed patient and hit some quality shots coming down the stretch.”

The other breakout tour win came from former Pepsi Indiana Junior Tour member and IGA-PGA player, Chris Baker of Brownstown. He got his first career win as a professional at the NGA Hooters Classic at Quail Crossing in Boonville, Ind. May 21-24, 2009. Baker fired a final round 61 that included 11 birdies to add to his 66-67-63 to post a four-round total of 27-under. He graduated from Iowa in 2008 and won the IGA Public Links and Indiana Amateur before turning professional at the 2008 PGA Indiana Open.

Van Pelt at a First Tee event

Dennis J. White, Light & Lens Fine Art Photography, Noblesville, Indiana Chris Baker

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PGA ScoreboardPGA Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series #1Broadmoor CC, IndianapolisApril 20, 2009

1 James Ousley, Tippecanoe CC 68 -4

2 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 71 -1

T3 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View GC 72 E

T3 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC 72 E

T3 Donnie Rogers 72 ET6 Jeff Schultz, Saddlebrook GC 73 +1

T6 Jeff Huffman, Cobblestone GC 73 +1 T6 Mike Liming, Youche CC 73 +1

T9 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 74 +2 T9 Dave Pugh, Mystic Hills GC 74 +2 T9 Tom Maled, Valley View GC 74 +2

T9 Brad Fellers, Indiana National GC 74 E

T9 Jon Stutz, Purgatory GC 74 +2

PGA Advantage Golf TaylorMade Southern OpenChampions Pointe GC, HenryvilleMay 4, 2009

1 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 68 -4

T2 Dale Jalovecky (a), Porter 69 -3

T2 Anthony Andrews, Coyote Creek GC 69 -3

T2 Chris Drake, Dick’s Sporting Goods 69 -3

5 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 70 -2 T6 David Carich, The Bridgewater Club 71 -1

T6 Randy Nichols (a), Brookville 71 -1 T6 Mike Kemper (a), Greenwood 71 -1

T6 Fred Mattingly 71 -1 T6 Jordan Tillett 71 -1 T6 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 71 -1

PGA Best Western Senior OpenPine Valley GC, Fort WayneMay 12-13, 2009

1 Sam Till, Jr (a), Fort Wayne 67 73 140 -2

T2 Bill SchumakerCrooked Lake GC

70 73 143 +1

T2 Terry Werner (a), Dyer 71 72 143 +1

T2 Ted Kaperak (a), Terre Haute 69 74 143 +1

5 Skip Runnels (a), Richmond 70 74 144 +2 T6 Randy Nichols (a), Brookville 74 71 145 +3

T6 Stanley Gebo (a), South Bend 76 69 145 +3 T6 Gordie Rees (a), Albany 71 74 145 +3

T6 Ron Carter (a), Monticello 68 77 145 +3 T10 Steve Coyne (a) 73 73 146 +4 T10 Tom Jones (a), Terre Haute 72 74 146 +4

PGA E-Z-GO Indianapolis OpenThe Hawthorns G & CC, FishersMay 18-19, 2009

1 Todd Palmer (a), Fishers 71 71 142 -2

2 Andrew Frandsen (a), Lebanon 72 73 145 +1 3 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View 75 71 146 +2

T4 David Carich, The Bridgewater Club 77 70 147 +3

T4 Ivan Foster, Bridgewater GC 75 72 147 +3 T4 Jeff Marsh, Deer Track GC 75 72 147 +3

T7 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 74 74 148 +4 T7 Dave Pugh, Mystic Hills GC 73 75 148 +4

T9 Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC 74 75 149 +5 T9 Matt Holda, Golf Source, Inc 75 74 149 +5 T9 Eric Steger (a), Noblesville 74 75 149 +5

T9 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC 74 75 149 +5

PGA Cleveland Golf Srixon SkyGolf Pro AmRock Hollow GC, PeruMay 28, 2009

1 Denny Hepler & Scott Pieri 64 -8

T2 Chris Tilbury & Eric Lebold 65 -7

T2 John Gordon & Skip Runnels 65 -7

4 Todd Firestone & Eric Olson 66 -6

T5 Jeffrey Kistler & Erik Barnes 67 -5 T5 Blair Shadday & Tony Daniels 67 -5

T5 Chris Clemens & Jeff Smith 67 -5 T5 Quinn Griffing & Pat Brandenburg 67 -5

T5 Mike Caskey & Michael Williams 67 -5 T5 Joshua Maxwell & Steven Hoffman 67 -5 T5 James Ousley & Brad Chesterman 67 -5

PGA Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series #2The Warren Course, South BendJune 8, 2009

1 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 32 34 66 -5

2 Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC 34 34 68 -3

3 Jamie Broce, Indiana University 34 35 69 -2

4 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View GC 36 34 70 -1

5 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 36 35 71 E T6 Joshua Maxwell, Bloomington CC 32 40 72 +1

T6 John Andrews, IUPUI 35 37 72 +1 T6 Ryan Ford, Pleasant Run GC 38 34 72 +1

T6 Todd Smith, Rock Hollow GC 34 38 72 +1 T6 Dave Pugh, Mystic Hills GC 36 36 72 +1 T6 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC 34 38 72 +1

PGA Mobile Pro Shop Northern OpenGlendarin Hills GC, AngolaJune 15, 2009

*1 James Ousley, Tippecanoe CC 67 -5

2 Tyler Zink (a), Lanesville 67 -5

T3 Matt Holda, Golf Source, Inc 69 -3

T3 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 69 -3

T3 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC 69 -3 T6 Sam Till, Jr (a), Fort Wayne 70 -2

T6 Todd Smith, Rock Hollow GC 70 -2 T6 Eric Steger (a), Noblesville 70 -2

T6 Jon Stutz, Purgatory GC 70 -2 T6 John Andrews, IUPUI 70 -2 T6 Dave Pugh, Mystic Hills GC 70 -2

PGA Pro LadyUlen CC, LebanonJuly 1, 2009

1 Bridgewater GC - Ivan Foster, Bonnie Joan Spice, Jan Becker, Carol Holwerda

54 -19

T2 Ulen CC - Blake Wilson, Luann Robertson, Tracey Hammel, Jen Tuttle

55 -18

T2 CC of Indianapolis - George Arvanitis, Jane Wilson, Shahpar Johansen, Mary Susott

55 -18

T2 The Sagamore Club - Wes Marshall, Amy Walden, Linda Wheeler, Julie George

55 -18

PGA Indiana OpenBrickyard Crossing, IndianapolisJuly 7-10, 2009

1 Aaron Monson (a), Nineveh

68 69 73 63 273 -15

2 Erich Johnston (a), Fort Wayne

69 67 67 71 274 -14

3 Chris Baker, Brownstown

67 68 69 71 275 -13

4 Andy Winings, Brownsburg

66 69 74 68 277 -11

T5 Patrick Rodgers (a), Avon

73 70 71 68 282 -6

T5 Brian Maurer, Richmond 74 73 66 69 282 -6

T5 Kyle Thomas (a), Carmel 69 71 72 70 282 -6 8 Jeff Sanders ,

Sultan’s Run GC71 69 71 72 283 -5

T9 Brooks Snyder (a), Williamsport

73 70 72 71 286 -2

T9 Jamie Broce, Indiana University

71 71 71 73 286 -2

PGA Mizuno Monticello OpenTippecanoe CC, MonticelloJuly 13, 2009

1 Brad Smith (a), Peru 66 -6

T2 Cary Hungate, Kokomo CC 68 -4

T2 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 68 -4

T4 Todd Palmer (a), Fishers 69 -3

T4 Matt Holda, Golf Source, Inc 69 -3 T4 Ivan Foster, Bridgewater GC 69 -3

T4 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 69 -3 T8 Brad Fellers, Indiana National GC 70 -2

T8 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC 70 -2 T8 Denny Hepler, Raccoon Run GC 70 -2 T8 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC 70 -2

PGA State Junior Pro AmHillcrest G & CC, BatesvilleJuly 15

1 Dye’s Walk - Chris Clemens, Terek Abdalla, Cody Risser

61 -10

2 Windy Hill GC - Chip Sadler, Brad Haussin, Jimmy Wheeler, Wade Huber

63 -8

3 Hillcrest G & CC - Chad Ayres, Thomas Hatcher, Andrew Newton, Dominique Schildknecht

65 -6

PGA Senior Pro AmBrickyard Crossing, IndianapolisJuly 16-27, 2009

*1 Denny Hepler & Ron Carter 63 65 128 -16

2 Gary Gant & Randy Nichols 65 63 128 -16

T3 Bill Schumaker & Sam Till, Jr 64 66 130 -14

T3 Scott Morris & Clarence Hardison 66 64 130 -14

T3 Brian Sears & Tom Perry 63 67 130 -14 6 John Mohler & George Wamsley 65 66 131 -13

T7 Dave Fleming & Bob Stephens 69 65 134 -10 T7 Jeff Schroeder & Skip Runnels 67 67 134 -10

T9 Cary Hungate & Mike Freed 69 66 135 -9 T9 Lon Kinney & Bill Barnes 66 69 135 -9 T9 Bill Miller & Tom Jones 68 67 135 -9

T9 Scott Steger & Al Ruffner 64 71 135 -9

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PGA ScoreboardPGA Golf Vendor’s Association Pro AssistantThe Legends of Indiana, FranklinJuly 27, 2009

1 Prestwick CC - Ben Weaver & Joshua Strychalski

62 68 130 -14

2 Hillcrest CC - Kyle Bloom & Dean Prange

64 67 131 -13

3 The Legends of Indiana - Ryan Ford & Kyle Cramer

67 65 132 -12

T4 Donald Ross GC - Quinn Griffing & Eric Johnson

64 70 134 -10

T4 Indiana National GC - Chris Tilbury & Bruce Rearick

65 69 134 -10

6 Tippecanoe CC - James Ousley & Clif Cobb

65 70 135 -9

7 Indiana National GC - Douglas Stidham & Pat Bayley

70 66 136 -8

8 The Woodstock Club - Greg Havill & Andrew Craft

65 72 137 -7

9 River Glen GC - Michael Roland & Scott Casey

69 69 138 -6

T10 Sycamore Hills GC - Tim Frazier & Chris Montagano

67 72 139 -5

T10 The Bridgewater Club - David Carich & Cody McNew

70 69 139 -5

T10 Coffin GC - Mark Nance & Shawn Marshall

71 68 139 -5

T10 Purgatory GC - Mike Merchent & Blair Shadday

69 70 139 -5

PGA Callaway Golf Assistant ChampionshipThe Legends of Indiana, FranklinAugust 3-4, 2009

1 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 72 66 138 -6

2 Jamie Broce, Indiana University 68 71 139 -5

3 Chris Tilbury, Indiana National GC 72 69 141 -3

4 Michael Roland, River Glen GC 72 70 142 -2

T5 Joshua Strychalski, Prestwick CC 74 70 144 E T5 Tyler Haire, Sycamore Hills GCC 75 69 144 E

T7 Joshua Maxwell, Bloomington CC 74 71 145 +1 T7 Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC 75 70 145 +1

9 Josh Martin, Youche CC 73 73 146 +2 10 Tony Searl, CC of Indianapolis 71 76 147 +3

PGA McGladrey Team Section ChampionshipHarbour Trees GC, NoblesvilleAugust 12, 2009

1 Evansville CC - Mike Reynolds, Mike O’Daniel, Dave Nussmeier, Brian Tennyson

124 -18

2 Kokomo CC - Cary Hungate, Rich Schwartz, Brian Cossell, Tennis Guyer

126 -16

3 Southern Dunes GC - Brian Garrett, Tom Slemons, Kevin Kerner, Mike Slemons

129 -13

PGA Professionals Championship presented by Titleist FootJoy Cobra, Club Car and The PGA TourFrench Lick Springs Resort, French LickAugust 17-18, 2009

1 *Todd Smith, Rock Hollow GC

71 76 76 223 +9

2 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC

76 74 73 223 +9

T3 Brad Fellers, Indiana National GC

76 76 74 226 +12

T3 Chad Jones, The Sagamore Club

75 74 77 226 +12

T3 James Ousley, Tippecanoe CC

69 78 79 226 +12

T3 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC

73 74 79 226 +12

7 Denny Hepler, Raccoon Run GC

78 76 73 227 +13

8 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC

76 76 76 228 +14

T9 Anthony Andrews, Coyote Creek GC

78 76 75 229 +15

T9 Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC 74 79 76 229 +15 T9 John DalCorobbo,

Prairie View GC74 76 79 229 +15

PGA E-Z-GO Cutter & Buck Pro PresidentWoodland CC, CarmelAugust 26, 2009

*1 Hillcrest G & CC - Chad Ayres & Gene Jones

62 -10

T2 Youche CC - Mike Liming & Monty Walker

62 -10

T2 Logansport GC - Bob Rothgeb & Buck Gray

62 -10

T4 Kokomo CC - Cary Hungate & J D Young

65 -7

T4 Coyote Creek GC - Anthony Andrews & Tim Sullivan

65 -7

PGA Pepsi Club Car Tournament Series #3Prairie View GC, CarmelAugust 31, 2009

1 David Carich, The Bridgewater Club 68 -4

T2 Ivan Foster, Bridgewater GC 69 -3 T2 Jamie Broce, Indiana University 69 -3 T2 Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC 69 -3 T5 Brett Melton, Country Oaks GC 70 -2 T5 John Andrews, IUPUI 70 -2 T5 Chris Tilbury, Indiana National GC 70 -2 T5 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 70 -2 9 Scott Morris, Gray Eagle GC 71 -1 T10 Mike O’Toole, Golf Galaxy 72 E

T10 Brad Fellers, Indiana National GC 72 E

T10 Chad Ayres, Hillcrest G & CC 72 E

T10 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC 72 E

T10 Blair Shadday, Purgatory GC 72 E

T10 Patrick White, Crooked Stick GC 72 E

T10 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View GC 72 E

PGA Senior Championship presented by The PGA TourHarbour Trees GC, NoblesvilleSeptember 9-10, 2009

1 Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake GC 66 71 137 -5

T2 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross GC 70 72 142 E

T2 Cary Hungate, Kokomo CC 70 72 142 E

4 Scott Morris, Gray Eagle GC 69 75 144 +2

5 Todd Sandow, Sycamore GC 72 74 146 +4 6 Brian Sears 72 75 147 +5

7 Denny Ford, Pleasant Run GC 74 74 148 +6 T8 Jeff Schroeder, Brickyard Crossing 75 74 149 +7

T8 Denny Hepler, Raccoon Run GC 70 79 149 +7 10 Gary Gant 77 73 150 +8

PGA Four Man TeamHighland GC, IndianapolisSeptember 14, 2009

1 Ryan Ford, Chad Pulley, Ryan Cate, Jason Bukowski

59 -11

T2 Chris Clemens, Jeff Smith, Pete Wojtowicz, Bryan Mills

60 -10

T2 Dean Prange, Colin Terry, Terry Stanley, Justin Verbeck

60 -10

T2 Joshua Maxwell, Robert Friedman, Steven Hoffman, Brandon Pike

60 -10

5 Greg Havill, Mike David, Ryan Lambert, Mark Inman

61 -9

PGA E-Z-GO Pro Superintendent Meshingomesia CC, MarionSeptember 24, 2009

1 *Hulman Links - Ryan Klopfenstein & Dave Alumbaugh

72 E

T2 Kokomo CC - Cary Hungate & Kip Wilson

72 E

T2 Hulman Links - Ryan Klopfenstein & Don Alumbaugh

72 E

T2 Lafayette Elks - Matt Toney & Don Fassnacht

72 E

PGA Callaway TeamKokomo CC, KokomoSeptember 28-29, 2009

1 Quinn Griffing, Donald Ross & Todd Sandow, Sycamore GC

64 64 128 -12

T2 Wes Marshall, The Sagamore Club & Daniel Witt, The Sagamore Club

65 65 130 -10

T2 Todd Smith, Rock Hollow & Bill Schumaker, Crooked Lake

65 65 130 -10

T4 Chris Montagano, Sycamore Hills & Ivan Foster, Bridgewater GC

64 67 131 -9

T4 Scott Steger, Pebble Brook & Cary Hungate, Kokomo

67 64 131 -9

T6 John DalCorobbo, Prairie View & George Arvanitis, CC of Indianapolis

67 65 132 -8

T6 Bob Rothgeb, Logansport & Scott Morris, Gray Eagle GC

65 67 132 -8

T8 Clif Cobb, Tippecanoe CC & Dave Pugh, Mystic Hills

70 63 133 -7

T8 Chad Ayres, Hillcrest G & CC & Andy Anderson, Brook Hill GC

69 64 133 -7

T8 Tim Frazier, Sycamore Hills & Jeff Huffman, Cobblestone

65 68 133 -7

T8 Gary Gant & Denny Hepler, Raccoon Run

66 67 133 -7

T8 Bob Prange, The Bridgewater Club & Dean Prange, Hillcrest CC

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The Indiana Section PGA invited players of all ages and experience levels to come out to Play Golf America Days around Indiana in 2009 and the beginning of 2010. As a nationwide initiative supported by the PGA of America and American Express, the goal was to introduce the great game of golf to new women, children, families and friends of all ability levels. Free instruction from Indiana PGA Professionals highlighted these events.

The series began at The Legends of Indiana on Friday, May 29, 2009, with an action packed afternoon of free lessons, equipment demos, and entertainment. Players and staff members from the Indianapolis Colts and the ESPN Radio crew were on site as well.

The Indiana PGA continued these events throughout the summer and winter in partnership with the WNBA’s Indiana Fever and NBA’s Indiana Pacers. August 15, 2009, was PGA Night with the Fever as well as Family Night at Conseco Fieldhouse, when they took on Eastern Conference rivals, the Detroit Shock. And January 13, 2010, was Golf Night with the Indiana Pacers. Fans and PGA Members alike enjoyed a night of basketball and giving free 10-minute lessons from an hour before game-time through halftime. At halftime Jack Barber was honored as the 2009 PGA Professional of the Year.

Through these efforts, the PGA was able to reach out to hundreds of potential players and fans of the game throughout the state and promote the lifelong social, entertainment and health benefits of getting involved in golf.

Play Golf, Indiana2009 PGA Promotions:April:Free Fitting & Trade-Up

May: Free Lesson Month

June:American Express Women’s Golf Month

July: Family Golf Month

July 6-12:Take Your Daughter to the Course Week

September 4-7: Patriot Golf day

October-December: Piloted Rally for the Cure Program

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Senior PGA Championship ReviewUS Senior Open at Crooked Stick GC had Local Impact

During the three years of promotion leading up to the 2009 US Senior Open at Crooked Stick Golf Club July 27-Aug. 2, names like Tom Watson, Greg Norman and Fuzzy Zoeller were continuously heard and seen. Those names helped make the Championship a huge success with ticket sales and attendance. Most fans and players of the game were familiar with Indiana’s own Zoeller and looked forward to following him throughout the week. He drew crowds during the practice rounds, and spectators of all ages gathered to watch his afternoon practice range exhibition.

But it was two other Hoosier golfers, perhaps less well-known on a national level, who drew the support of Indiana fans when they struck their first tee shot at Crooked Stick. Amateur Randy Nichols of Brookville earned his exemption after his semifinalist finish at the 2008 US Senior Amateur. Scott Morris, PGA Professional at Gray Eagle Golf Club & Academy in Fishers, qualified for the Championship at Brickyard Crossing in Indianapolis after a round of 71. “What have I done now?!” were his first thoughts. “I was in shock.”

Huge crowds continued to follow Zoeller, Watson and Norman for the remainder of the week, but many locals turned their attention to Morris and Nichols before the weekend. “When I got up to the first tee on Thursday, there had to be at least 200 people I knew there cheering for me,” said Morris. “There was a huge roar, and I had to back away from the ball because I almost lost it right there.”

After he missed the cut he took his caddy, amateur Dave Chambers of Fishers, back to the club on Saturday to, of all things, purchase a

logoed hat. “We also lived the high life that day,” Morris said. They made use of the all-access passes granted to them to enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime event in their own back yard. On Sunday Morris quietly celebrated his achievement with family and close friends during a cookout at his brother’s house.

Off the course at the main scoreboard was another member of the Indiana golf community making his impact on the Championship. Matt Brookshire from the Indiana Golf Office volunteered his time and talent as the official scoreboard artist for the week. He started doing scoreboards when he was the IGA-PGA Tournament Director from 1995-2001. “I have always been a good printer and doing it during the summer for six years allowed me to perfect my own style,” he said.

Other events on his resume include the Ulen Open, NCAA Regionals, IHSAA State Championships and Zoeller’s Pro Am.

His style was good enough to attract the attention of the USGA even after a seven year recess. “I was initially asked by the USGA to do the Women’s State Team at Sycamore Hills in Fort Wayne in September,” he explained. “They wanted someone local to save on expenses.” A couple weeks after the Team contract was signed, the USGA found themselves without an artist for the Women’s Open at Suacon Valley, and Brookshire was asked to fill in. Sure enough, the calligrapher scheduled for the Senior Open also backed out and the committee looked for someone local to fill the vacancy. “It all just worked out, and I have to thank Mike David for allowing me the time off work to do all three,” he said graciously.

Brookshire also serves as the Indiana Golf Foundation Development Director, and the IGF was privileged to conduct an innovative fundraising effort following the

Championship. With the cooperation of the USGA, an online auction was hosted by cMarket – an online provider of charity auctions for schools and nonprofit organizations. The auction contained actual individual score sheets from the official scoreboard at the Senior Open. Names for the entire 156-player field were available to fans to own their own unique piece of memorabilia from the Championship. “I think it is a great way for the Foundation to raise money. It gave the fans an opportunity to have a piece of memorabilia that they otherwise would not have been able to get,” said Brookshire. “It brought in additional funds for junior golf in Indiana.”

Proceeds benefited IGF programs including the Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program, Gonagware Junior Golf Academy and college scholarships. The idea was taken from the Metropolitan Golf Association who auctioned off US Open score sheets from Bethpage Black to raise money for their foundation and caddie scholarships. Over 30 items including the champion Fred Funk autographed score sheet raised over $2,400. With 24 different bidders a few sheets were sent out of state and three items were won by a supporter in Belgium.

Matt Brookshire served as scoreboard artist

Contestant Randy Nichols

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Copenhagen, Denmark– After an absence of more than a century, golf will return as an Olympic sport in 2016 and 2020 along with rugby sevens following their approval by the International Olympic Committee membership during the IOC’s 121st Session.

Golf was approved 63-27 with two abstentions. Rugby was voted in 81-8 with one abstention.

They will be part of the Olympic Programme in Rio de Janeiro, which last week was selected as the host city for 2016 Games by the IOC. Golf was last an Olympic sport at the 1904 Games in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, when the United States and Canada were the only two competing countries.

“We are elated that the IOC membership has accepted golf as an Olympic sport, and look forward to seeing the world’s best golfers compete for gold at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro,” said Ty Votaw, Executive Director of the International Golf Federation Olympic Golf Committee, which has coordinated golf’s Olympic bid. “We thank the IOC for its support, and also congratulate rugby sevens for its inclusion in the 2016 Games.”

Votaw and Peter Dawson, chief executive of The R&A and joint secretary of the International Golf Federation, were accompanied by professionals Padraig Harrington of Ireland, Michelle Wie of the United States and Suzann Pettersen of Norway, as well as 16-year-old (British) Amateur Champion Matteo Manassero of Italy, for a final presentation to the IOC prior to the vote.

“We are extremely grateful that Padraig, Michelle, Suzann and Matteo were able to join us to help communicate the genuine interest world-class players of all ages share in golf becoming an Olympic sport,” Dawson said.

Golf and rugby sevens were recommended for the Olympic Programme by the IOC Executive Board in August following an extensive review process involving seven sports that were vying to be added to the 2016 Olympic Games. Although they emerged as the finalists, both sports still required final approval by a majority of votes cast by the members of the IOC.“In addition to those golfers who will have an opportunity to compete as Olympic athletes, we are excited for the national golf federations that will reap the benefits from today’s decision in terms of growth and support within their countries,” Dawson said. “This is a very significant day for golf.”

Leading up to the final vote, golf and rugby sevens emerged from a year-long evaluation that included formal

presentations by the seven sports, the submission of a Detailed Questionnaire and responses to questions raised by both the IOC Programme Commission and the IOC Executive Board. The IOC Executive Board announced its recommendation of two sports following a meeting in Berlin, Germany on August 13.

“We strongly believed that golf deserved to be added to the Olympic Programme and felt that we presented a compelling case to the IOC,” Votaw said. “We have received unprecedented support from international golf organisations throughout this process, as well as from the world’s top-ranked men and women players, which was critical to our success. We also stressed the universal nature of golf, with 60 million people playing the sport in more than 120 countries.”

Based on player feedback, the IGF has proposed a format of 72-hole individual stroke play for both men and women. In case of a tie for either first, second or third place, a three-hole playoff is recommended to determine the medal winner(s).

The IGF also has recommended an Olympic field of 60 players for each of the men’s and women’s competition, using the Official World Golf Rankings as a method of determining eligibility. The top-15 world-ranked players would be eligible for the Olympics, regardless of the number of players from a given country. Beyond the top-15, players would be eligible based on the world rankings, with a maximum of two eligible players from each country that does not already have two or more players among the top-15.

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The 2009 IGA John K. David player of the year had an outstanding season within Indiana and on a national level. Eric Steger of Noblesville, member of the Ball State University Men’s Golf Team, was victorious at two IGA events this summer – the Match Play championship at Trophy Club and the Public Links at Royal Hylands Golf Course. He finished 6th overall and 2nd among amateurs at the Northern Open at Glendarin Hills Golf Course, and 9th overall and 3rd among amateurs at the Indianapolis Open at The Hawthorns Golf and Country Club. At the Monticello

Open at Tippecanoe Country Club he placed 5th in the Amateur Division.

Steger also finished 3rd at the IGA Team at Otter Creek Golf Course and 7th at the Indiana State Amateur at Rock Hollow Golf Club. His performances earned him a place on the IGA Challenge Cup Team.

Nationally, he qualified for the 109th US Amateur at Southern Hills in Oklahoma and shot 72-71=143 in qualifying to earn the 9th seed heading into match play.

IGA John K. David Player of the YearEric Steger

1 Eric Steger, Noblesville 12 134.00 2 Erich Johnston, Fort Wayne 7 117.25 3 Erik Barnes, Marion 5 81.00 4 Brooks Snyder, Williamsport8 10 63.33 5 Randy Nichols, Brookville 22 61.42 6 Todd Palmer, Fishers 7 57.00 7 Kenny Cook, Indianapolis 6 55.50 8 David Erdy, Boonville 4 55.00 9 Brad Smith, Peru 4 54.50 10 Sam Till, Jr, Fort Wayne 14 51.00

IGA John K. David Player of the Year Point Standings


Match Play Championship ChampionPublic Links Championship ChampionPGA Mobile Pro Shop Northern Open T6State Amateur Championship 7thPGA E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open T9USGA Amateur Championship Qualifier – Match Play

Top Finishes:

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This is the second consecutive Senior Player of the Year award for Randy Nichols of Brookville, in only his second year of senior eligibility. He is also the recipient of 15 John K. David Player of the Year honors.

Overall wins for Nichols came at a McDonald’s Series event at Wood Wind Golf Course and the Senior Match Play Championship at Ulen Country Club. Senior division wins came at the Advantage Golf, TaylorMade Southern Open at Champions Pointe where he placed 6th overall and the Public Links at Royal Hylands Golf Course where he placed 2nd overall.

Other top finishes include 4th at the Mid Am Team at Hillview Country Club, 6th at the Best Western Senior Open at Pine Valley Country Club, 2nd at the Senior Pro Am at Brickyard Crossing, and 2nd at the Senior Amateur at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club.

Nichols’ top finishes also earned him a spot on the IGA Challenge Cup Team. Nationally, he qualified for both the US Senior Open at Crooked Stick Golf Club and the US Senior Amateur at Beverly Country Club in Chicago, Ill.

IGA Senior Player of the Year

1 Randy Nichols, Brookville 22 257.67 2 Skip Runnels, Richmond 20 168.00 3 Sam Till, Jr, Fort Wayne 14 154.00 4 Terry Werner, Dyer 6 105.50 5 Ted Smith, Wilkinson 8 87.00 6 Ron Carter, Monticello 13 77.67 7 David Brown, Terre Haute 8 52.00 8 Ted Kaperak, Terre Haute 7 44.50 9 Jerry McMullen, Carmel 9 41.00 10 Bill Barnes, Carmel 13 39.50

IGA Senior Player of the Year Point Standings

Randy Nichols


McDonalds Stroke Play Series ChampionSenior Match Play Championship ChampionPublic Links Championship 2ndPGA Senior Pro Am 2ndSenior Amateur Championship T2Mid Amateur Team Championship T4USGA Senior Open Championship QualifierUSGA Senior Amateur Championship Qualifier

Top Finishes:

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The 108th Indiana Amateur at Rock Hollow GC came down to the wire June 26, 2009 when champion Erik Barnes of Marion and runner-up Erich Johnston of Fort Wayne remained tied heading into 18. Barnes’ drive flew the water hazard but landed in the fairway bunker, while Johnston found the middle of the fairway. Both players missed the green on their approaches, but Barnes got his up-and-down for the title. “He played tough and it was hard to catch him at the end,” Barnes said of his competitor.

It was a battle between the two collegiate players all day. Barnes, a member of Austin Peay State University, took a five shot lead after the third hole, but Johnston, a Purdue player, fought back and closed the gap to one stroke by the turn. Barnes’ approach landed just shy of the woods on 10 where he carded a par, but Johnston was able to walk away with a birdie to tie it up. “You don’t want it to be like match play out there, you want to play your own game. But it was near impossible since nobody was really making a move,” Barnes explained.

At the par 3, hole 11 Johnston made a par and took the lead for the first time in the championship, but quickly lost it on the 12th after hitting into a bunker. The tough par-5, 15th hole gave Barnes some trouble and he doubled, while Johnston birdied to take a two shot lead with only two to play. Barnes quickly answered on 17 with a birdie, and Johnston’s short-sided chip cost him a bogey. With both at six under, it all came down to putting on the last green.

Barnes prevailed by sinking his three-footer and won the tournament he led after each round. “The best I have finished in the State Am is tied for fourth at Broadmoor Country Club,” Barnes said. “This is awesome, I can’t stop shaking.” His game was solid, and when he needed to make a great recovery shot to maintain his lead, he was sure to impress.

His first-round 67 took the lead early, and his second day 71 held on to it. Barnes’ third round score of 68, and 206 total, gave him a slight one stroke advantage over Johnston heading into Friday’s final round. “If you are smart out there and hit it in play, you can shoot under par,” Barnes said of Rock Hollow. “You find yourself with a lot of wedges in hand, and so if you make putts you can take it low.” Richard Lamb of South Bend fired a tournament-low 66 to add to his 72 and share the top of the leaderboard for a day, but fell back to T8th in the end.

The original 156 amateur field was cut to the low 60 scores and ties after 36 holes, keeping the 65 players who combined for a 151 total or lower coming back for two more rounds of stroke play to try to catch Barnes.

Barnes’ other achievements include two individual wins as a men’s golf team member at APSU and being named 2008-09 Ohio Valley Conference Player of the Year. He also qualified for the Regional US Open qualifier after making it out of the local qualifier at French Lick Resort with a 70. The Indiana Open added him to the field after he tied for first at his Rozella Ford Golf Course qualifier with a 68.

Andrew Varner of Marion finished in third place

with 74-74-66-70=284, and Rock Hollow’s own Brad Smith shot 72-72-73-69=286, which was good enough for fourth.

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IGA Championship ReviewMid Amateur and Senior Amateur Championship

The 2009 Senior Open champion Sam Till of Fort Wayne led the pack at the Mid Am after an opening round 8-under-par 63. He held on to his lead with a second-day 1-under 70 to claim his second victory. “I am stunned,” said Till. “I had a back issue recently and have hardly played.” Due to the injury and the injection treatment, he was relaxed and trying just to make a swing at it. “Maybe that’s the key,” he wondered. Hillcrest CC hosted 112 of Indiana’s best amateurs over 30 on August 13-14. The site suited Till’s game well. “I drive the ball straight enough and hit it as long as anyone needs to hit it [at Hillcrest],” said Till. Playing at only 6,430 yards, the tree-lined tight course is more about hitting it straight and putting well than power and distance.

A low round of 64 carded by Todd Palmer of Fishers put him in the runner-up position heading into the final round. He challenged Till in the beginning when he birdied number 2 by sticking his approach to four feet to share the lead. Then it was runner-up Terry Werner of Dyer who battled it out with Till the rest of the day. On the tenth hole, Werner stuck his approach to five feet and made birdie to come within one shot of the lead. At the eleventh, Till made bogey and followed it with a double at the twelfth after putting his tee shot in the water. Werner took advantage of the opportunity and took the lead, but only for a few holes. Till reclaimed the tournament on 16 and held on through 17 and 18 for the win.

Werner got his redemption two weeks later at the Senior Amateur Championship at Tippecanoe Lake CC August 24-25. In his first year of eligibility for the senior event, he opened with a 2-under-par 68 to share the lead with Tom Jones of Terre Haute. Werner’s second-day 70 claimed sole ownership of the lead. His string of 16 pars in the final round was finally broken at hole 17 when he made a six-foot putt for birdie to move to three under and three shots in front. An approach shot into the sand on 18 forced a bogey, but he maintained a two-shot separation from runners-up Randy Nichols of Brookville and Till. “Now we’re even,” joked Werner.

Senior Am Champion Terry Werner

Mid Am Champion Sam Till

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Club ChampionsClub Mens Senior WomensAlbany Ryan VannatterAnderson CC Preston Smith Ben Davis Gwen TierneyBear Slide Mike StephensBirck Boilermaker Craig HutchinsonBlack Squirrel Bruce Ballow Bill Wargo Brenda VellnerBlackthorn Ron DockeryBloomington CC Tim Wagner Jerry Wright Sherry SonnebornBriar Leaf Jon Gerolium Judy PilarskiBriar Ridge Terry Werner Jim Kasprzyk Deb CocciaBrickyard Crossing Karl Ewoldt Jim HissamBridgewater GC Trent StuckeyBroadmoor Ken Green Larry Landis Judy HarringtonBrook Hill Tom SkeenChestnut Hills Chad VanderbiltChippendale Jeff Thatcher Don McCoy Janet HawnChristmas Lake Bob Vinson Bob Vinson Vickie BettagCobblestone Mike PasqualiColonial Oaks Nate Hoff Rick Carpenter Ellen PayneCountry Club of Indianapolis

Mike Bell Mike Bell Jean Thomas

Country Club of Terre Haute

Thomas Goss Bill Grimes Jennifer Myers

Covered Bridge Steve Leist Mike Newman Jennifer HebbleCoyote Creek Joe Hayden Barry Light Michelle

GerbasichCricket Ridge Doug Fullenkamp John Goldsmith Cheryl TekulveCrooked Stick Mike Cline Rick Rink Liz GehlDeer Track Kevin IronsDye’s Walk Bryan Mills Karen HurleyElcona CC Adam Grant Mike Marshall Elaine MarohnEvansville CC Dave Clement Steve Cox Debbie BizalForest Park Marc RicafortFort Wayne CC John Ryan Jon Fuller Julie ClancyFoster Park Scottie Ferrell Rick HallFox Prairie Chad Pulley Michelle StanleyFoxcliff Nathan Hall Carol GarrisonGlendarin Hills Glen KellyGolf Club of Indiana Gary Rabb Lori WassonGreensburg CC Geno Koors Art Turner Danielle ScriptureHarbour Trees Jeremy Sims Cathy MillsHarrison Hills Pat MarheineHarrison Lake Will Watts David Lacey Lois FriendHawk’s Tail Roger Schwarzkopf Carla WindischHeartland Crossing Gary Chapman Joe BennettHelfrich Hills Tom Alexander Becky OwenHickory Hills (Brownstown)

Andy Waskom Jack Terrell Mika Ahlbrand

Hickory Stick Michael Crouse Doug DorrellHidden Valley Fred Kerth Barry Weber Sharon VoelkerHighland G & CC Michael Williams Richard Ramsay Julie McGrewHighland Lake Frank Rose Richard Pugh Shelley BraggHillcrest CC Rob Long Jack Sievers Rebecca BransonHillcrest G & CC Jon Doyle Jon Doyle Michelle GarciaHillview CC Chuck Wenning Kathleen SchutzHoneywell Tyler OlsonHulman Links Tom Jones Tom JonesIdle Creek CC Keith Laxton Dave BryanIndian Lake CC Brian Chapman Doris GoodwinIronwood Dave Chambers Mike Martin Kay GreenJasper CC Ron Snyder Mary NeuhoffKi-Ann Bud Garmon Dave Brown Jody AnackerKokomo CC Tim Miller Tim Miller Ellen HartLafayette Elks Quinn Moller Pat CarrLiberty CC Andrew

McCashlandDick Kenworthy Vicky Snyder

Logansport Dave Watterson, Sr.Long Beach CC Martin Bergerson Steve Glidden Peg KingMaple Creek G & CC Mike Thompson Mike Thompson Jerri HeitmanMarion Elks Andy Varner Nela HodgeMcMillen Park Matt Schmidt Rich Hall Jodi JumpMeadowbrook GC Ike RichardsMeridian Hills CC Dale Barrett Beth MortonMorris Park CC David Ricks Kathy MakrisMuncie Elks Curly Wilson Polly CraigMystic Hills Mike PughNoble Hawk Mitch Bellam Dean Sheets Kim SharpOak Meadow GC Glenn Hudson Joe Hahn Rita NugentOtter Creek Brian MoorePebble Brook Al RuffnerPleasant Run Tim Liggett Jeane AhrendtsPlum Creek GC Charlie Kluesner Gary Gibboney Sara KluesnerPlymouth CC Marc Morrison Bill Murray Jan StarrPond View Bill Ball Mike Kyburz Mary MillerPottawattomie CC Tom Thomas Nora DuffyPrairie View Todd Palmer Dena SudhopQuail Crossing Michael Finnin Don Jordan Ginger LuttermanRaccoon Run Matt Wolkins Roger Lemaster Jamie ByronRock Hollow GC Brad Smith Don Fern Lorie ZandiRound Barn Dan Bailey Don FenstermakerRoyal Hylands Ross Cosat Ted Smith Tonya WestRozella Ford Jack Carpenter John Lutz Chris LaLondeSahm Mark Hogan Lynn WestSand Creek CC Scott Vidimos Scott Vidimos Sandra TealSarah Shank Jerry Crouch Sharon HasselburgShadowood Kenny Moore Caren HenrySouth Bend CC Kevin Kelly Roberta

ZiolkowskiSouth Grove Ernest Chinyoka Soo ParkSprig O’ Mint Jerry ChristyStony Creek GC John MinerSycamore Hills Al Martin Bill Argus Jackie HauckThe Brassie Dave Vlasic Mary PomeroyThe Bridgewater Club Bob Shone Bob Shone Pat ParryThe Course at Aberdeen Bryan Bennett David Berger Tammy LynchThe Fort GC Nathan WarfelThe Hawthorns G & CC Eric Wiedeman Kit Hansard Susan QuinnThe Legends Pete Wojtowicz Noble BrownThe Links GC Joe MurphyThe Players Club Patrick Pilkington Annella DixonThe Sagamore Club Tim Cobb Carl Hobbs Dorothy ThomasTimber Ridge Brad Shipley Joe Hartsough Janet BurnsTippecanoe CC Brad ChestermanTippecanoe Lake Jim Buchholz Deb NicolUlen CC Kevin Stoner Jennifer TuttleValley View John Shackelford Roger Dahl Susan PetersValparaiso CC Dane Brown Todd Leeth Lucy ThomasVictoria National Brian Tennyson Silas Boyle Muriel GillenwaterVincennes Elks Jeremy CattWarren Course at Notre Dame

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Western Hills Charlie Grant Scott Norris Nancy McIntireWestwood Lance Scholl Sheila SergeantWildcat Creek Jon Kelley Gary Roberts Julie WagnerWinchester GC Jeff LambWindy Hill Doug MillerWolf Run Brian Harris Bob LeonardWooded View Cory Schroeder James Murphy Ann WhitworthWoodland CC Chris Evanson Field Retterer Sarah ChapmanWoodstock Bob Vernia Jack Fortune Mary RogersYouche CC Adam Vandercar James Olszewski Nancy ForsytheZollner Terry Stanley Mike Friel

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IGA Championship ReviewTournament of Champions

IGA Public Links

After a rocky start to the final round, Joe Hayden of Fort Wayne fought his way back to shoot 73 and win the IGA Tournament of Champions May 9, 2009 at Fox Prairie GC in Noblesville. “I didn’t hit a solid shot until the fifth hole,” he said. A tee shot into a pine tree on the second hole left him no angle at the green, and after blowing a putt by the cup walked away with a double bogey. He found the trees again on the third hole and carded a bogey. Things changed for the better on the back side. “On the back I played really solid golf and kept it together despite the brutal conditions,” continued Hayden. Strong winds and cool temperatures kept anyone from finishing below par the second round, while six players had subpar rounds opening day.

It was at the 15th hole when Hayden, 2008 Mid Am Team champion, felt confident about his chance at a victory. “On 15 the wind was with us and my drive felt good. Then I had a great shot on the par-3, 16,” he explained. The 15th hole, a short downhill par 4, invited Hayden’s attempt to drive the green. Coming up only a few yards short allowed him an easy up and down for birdie and a share of the lead with Andy Skillman of Yorktown. After Skillman bogeyed the next par 3, the lead was solely Hayden’s and he held on for the final two holes. Skillman fired a 66 the first day for a three shot lead over Hayden heading into the final

day, but a tough back nine caused his lead to slip away. He finished as runner-up at 66-77=143.

“It’s an honor to win with this field,” said Hayden. The strong field was comprised of 87 of Indiana’s club champions from the past five years.

A streak of pars started the final round June 13, 2009 for Eric Steger of Noblesville during the IGA Public Links at Royal Hylands GC, but he eventually broke through at the sixth hole and never looked back. “I started slow, with no birdies until hole 6, but I stayed patient and avoided making bogeys,” said Steger. He made six birdies the remainder of the round for a 65 to add to his first round 67 and capture his first Public Links championship. “The end was pressure packed,” said Steger. “I was in the same position towards the end of the Indianapolis Open, but this time I took it one shot at a time and it worked out.”

At the E-Z-GO Indianapolis Open May 18-19, where only the winner Todd Palmer finished below par, Steger found himself in a position to vie for the title after three birdies in his first four holes the final day. But he proceeded to card six bogeys including holes 15 through 17 to fall to ninth place.

This time he stayed tough and avoided getting caught up in the leader board, which fared well for the Ball State University student-athlete. “I knew coming out here I would have to put up a low number,” he explained. Not only was he four shots down from the leader Brooks Snyder after the first round, but he knew scores could go low because of Snyder’s first day new course record 63. The previous course record of 64 was held by Josh Brewer from the Public Links on July 15, 1995.

Royal Hylands welcomed 98 players who have not held playing privileges at private clubs in 2009 for the 36-hole, stroke play event. Past champion and Player of the Year Randy Nichols of Brookville fired a 65 in the second round to finish as runner-up.

Joe Hayden withstands the cold and wind to win the Tournament of Champions

Brooks Snyder shot 63 for a new Royal Hylands course record

Public Links Champion Eric Steger

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IGA Championship ReviewMatch Play Championship & Senior Match Play Championship

Ball State player Eric Steger of Noblesville found his second win of 2009 at the IGA Match Play Championship at The Trophy Club July 31 when he defeated Purdue’s Erich Johnston of Fort Wayne in 21 holes. His first win came at the IGA Public Links. “I have practiced a lot this past year, and I knew I was right there at the beginning of this summer with the ability to win,” said Steger. “Now I believe in myself that I can win when I come to these events.”

Both players had a 1 up advantage at some point on the front nine, but it was 8th-seeded Steger who got the largest lead of the day at 2 up on 13 after making a 15-foot putt for birdie. Third-seeded Johnston came back with a birdie at 16 and saved par with an up-and-down on 17 to take it back to all square. Hole 18 was halved and the match continued back at the first hole.

Pars from both players on hole 1 kept the battle going. At the second hole, Johnston chipped out of the weeds to four feet, while Steger left himself a lengthy putt to halve. “I let things go at the end and I thought it was over on the second green,” said Steger. In his head he was ready to pack the car and head home, but Johnston missed the short putt and on to three they went.

All day Johnston drove the ball past Steger, and he continued to do so at the third when he placed it in the middle of the fairway about 100 yards out. Steger found himself in a bunker 130

away and again thought he was done. However, a great shot stuck to three feet got him right back in it. Johnston two-putted and Steger took advantage of the opportunity.

Steger defeated top-seeded match-play rookie Seth Fair in the quarterfinals 2 and 1 and Chase Wright in the semis 2 and 1 to advance to the final match. This was Steger’s first IGA Match Play title.

The Senior Match Play Championship proved to be just as much of a battle between 2008 Match Play champion Randy Nichols of Brookville and defending senior champion Skip Runnels

of Richmond. At team events you will find these two competing together and usually atop the leader board. But on July 22, 2009 at Ulen CC, the two long-time friends and playing partners found themselves competing against each other for the title. “We hate playing each other. I would have just as well have been co-champions with him,” said Nichols. Defending champion Runnels fought for 25 holes before falling to Nichols and giving him his first Senior Match Play victory. Both have multiple titles and trophies, so it was bound to be a fight to the end.

Other competitors Nichols defeated were Ted Smith 3 and 1, Jerry McMullen 5 and 4, and Mike Bell 2 and 1.

Senior Match Play Champion Randy Nichols

Match Play Champion Eric Steger

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IGA Championship ReviewTeam Championships

Former Ball State University teammates Todd Palmer of Fishers and Curt Puckett of Farmland paired up to win the IGA Mid Am Team at Hillview Country Club April 26-27. Despite not playing together much since leaving Muncie, their games were compatible in both formats of the stroke play team competition which consisted of “Pinehurst” Alternate Shot the first round and a Best Ball the second.

Palmer and Puckett fired an opening round 66 to lead the field and gain a slight one stroke lead over Ron Carter of Monticello and Brent Hofman of Lafayette, who won the IGA Four Ball Championship in 2007. They followed it up with a 64 to maintain the lead and beat the runner-up teams of Rick Hardesty and Rob Carmichael of Plymouth and Chuck Himes and Brooks Snyder of Williamsport who finished at 134. Carmichael and Hardesty tied the lowest round of the tournament the final day at 63. Jerry Crouch and Tom Perry of Indianapolis had the other 63 and finished tied for fourth.

“I prefer team events because you don’t have to rely completely on your game. I like having a partner to depend on,” said Palmer, who also won this event in 2007 with Todd Leary. The unique format kept him coming back. “With Best Ball there’s so much less pressure [than individual stroke play],” he said. “We both kept our balls in play and had birdie putts quite a few times.” The team never counted a score over par during the final day, and despite the strong winds, both teammates consistently hit fairways and greens to give themselves a chance at birdie. “I tried to play normal shots instead of thinking about the wind so much. I stopped over-thinking and hit the ball solidly,” said Puckett. His strategy earned him his first IGA victory.

Another team also earned their first IGA victories at the IGA Senior Team Championship. After a tournament-low round of 67 June 10, 2009 at Bloomington CC, Tom Jones and David Brown of Terre Haute captured the Senior Team. Jones won the PGA Senior Open in 2006, but this is Brown’s first championship. “It’s just really fun!” Brown said. Jones added, “We have played a long time together and always wanted an IGA event.”

The championship was a two-man team 36-hole, best ball format for amateurs over age 55. After the first round, Brown and Jones stood tied in fourth place and two strokes off the leaders and defending champions Tom Perry and Gus Spicuzza of Indianapolis. The second round they made their move by sticking approach shots close to the pin, leaving short putts for birdie. “The difference between the second day and the first was that we could attack the pins and be aggressive. [The first day] we played defensively,” explained Jones.

Their first recorded birdie of the day happened at hole 4 when Jones stuck his approach to within three feet of the hole. Not to be outdone, his partner chipped in to make the birdie first. A long rain delay occurred after which took them out of their rhythm, and when they returned to the course each player three-putted for a bogey. But they quickly recovered by the sixth hole with another birdie. It was all pars and birdies the rest of the day.

Bill Barnes and Jerry McMullen of Carmel, and Jerry Crouch and Greg McCall of Indianapolis remained tied in the runner-up position at 71-70=141.

At the other two-man team event of the season, it was two younger players who captured their first IGA wins. Tyler Duncan of Columbus and Erich Johnston of Fort Wayne, two of Purdue University’s top golfers, defeated three teams seeded higher than them en route to

winning the IGA Four Ball Championship June 1 at Purdue’s Ackerman Hills Golf Course. After a qualifying round stroke play score of 69, they found themselves in the 14th seed for the match play portion of the event. “We were upset with how we played in the qualifying round, but we were just glad that we made it in to match play,” said Johnston.

The first team they met in match play was Brett Widner and Drew McGary who they defeated 4 and 2. The next team of team-play veterans Randy Nichols and Skip Runnels tested Duncan and Johnston, but eventually lost on the 18th hole. They faced Kenny Cook and Andy Kelley next, and beat them 2 and 1 to advance to the semi-finals against Brian Harris and Derek Moore. Duncan and Johnston won 6 and 5 to make it to the final round against 2007 champions Carter and Hofman.

After a day of close competition, the pressure was felt on the final hole by Duncan and Johnston. “We really wanted to win, but were both pretty relaxed. The most pressure we really felt was on 18 of the final match,” said Johnston. They handled the pressure and pulled off an upset. “We really helped each other out. When one of us missed a putt, the other would step up,” said Duncan.

This is the first IGA win for both partners, but they each found victory on the Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Tour and Duncan won the 2007 IHSAA Boys High School State Tournament.

The winning senior team of Tom Jones and David Brown

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What are the basics of the new groove regulations? Although the complete technical specifications of the new groove requirements are more detailed, the following statements summarize the key changes: • The volume of grooves is reduced. • Groove edge sharpness is reduced for clubs with lofts greater

than or equal to 25 degrees.

A common misconception is that “V” shaped grooves will be required under the new specifications and that “U” shaped grooves will no longer be allowed. This is not the case. However, any “U” shaped groove must conform to the new specifications for both cross sectional area/spacing and edge radius.

The complete technical specifications can be found in the Test Protocols for Equipment section at www.usga.org.

Why were the rules changes made? The changes are designed to reduce spin on shots played from the rough by highly skilled golfers, and thereby restore the challenge of shots played from the rough to the green. This should result in an increase in the importance of driving accuracy.

What is the effect of the new grooves on the average player?The changes are expected to have little impact on the general golfing population for three reasons. First, USGA research shows that average golfers playing from the rough hit the green in regulation only 13 percent of the time. Second, two-thirds of golf balls sold are surlyn-covered balls which show little spin effect from different groove designs. Finally, all existing clubs that presently conform to the rules will continue to be deemed conforming through at least 2024, when the condition of competition is expected to become a permanent equipment specification. Consumer research shows that only 2 percent of irons are in use for more than 15 years.

How does a player determine if a club or set of clubs conforms to the new specifications?The USGA is developing a database that will help players determine if clubs conform to the new specifications, provided the club or set of clubs has not been altered and is “as manufactured.” The database will list all irons and wedges, as well as hybrids and fairway woods with lofts greater than or equal to 25 degrees, that have been evaluated for conformance to the 2010 Rules of Golf. The database will be available on the USGA’s Web site (www.usga.org) by late October 2009.

Alternately, a player may contact the manufacturer of the clubs for information regarding conformance to the 2010 Rules of Golf.

What guidance does the USGA offer to state and regional golf associations or clubs regarding adoption of the condition of competition for local or regional competitions?Although the condition of competition will be included in the Rules of Golf as of January 1, 2010 for committees to adopt, the USGA plans to implement the condition over a period of several years, beginning in 2010 with the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open, and U.S. Senior Open and their sectional (final stage) qualifying events. As originally announced, the USGA intends to adopt the condition for the championships and team events it conducts for amateur players no later than 2014. The USGA recommends that state and regional associations and clubs implement the condition in accordance with this general time frame. However, if the condition is implemented in 2014, or sooner, it is the recommendation of the USGA that this condition should be adopted only for competitions involving expert players.

What is the plan for implementing the new groove rules at the PGA of America championships? The new rules regarding grooves will be adopted as a condition of competition for the 2010 Senior PGA Championship, 2010 PGA Championship, 2010 Grand Slam and be recommended for use at the 2010 Ryder Cup.

The condition of competition will not be in effect at any of our PGA Member Championships i.e. PNC, Senior PNC, Assistants, Winter Championships, Tournament Series, Team Championship or any of our junior or amateur events.

It should be noted that any player who qualifies to play in a PGA Tour, Nationwide Tour or Champions Tour event or who qualifies to play in our PGA or Senior PGA Championships will be required to play under the condition of competition in those actual PGA Tour, Nationwide Tour or Champions Tour events and our PGA and Senior PGA Championships.

The PGA of America National Board of Directors also recommends to our 41 PGA Sections that the condition of competition not be adopted at their events during the coming year. Each PGA Section however may make its own decision on such condition of competition for its own events.

For PGA Sections that host PGA Tour, Nationwide Tour or Champions Tour qualifying events, these qualifying events will also adopt the condition of competition regarding grooves. However, for those that host pre-qualifying events for PGA Tour or Champions Tour events, the condition of competition will not be required to be in effect.

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What is the plan for implementing the new groove rules at USGA championships? The new rules regarding grooves will be adopted as a condition of competition for the 2010 U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open and U.S. Senior Open, as well as sectional (final stage) qualifying events for these three championships. The condition will not be in effect at local (first stage) qualifying events for the 2010 U.S. Open or at any of the USGA’s national championships and team competitions that are contested by amateurs only. There is no local (first stage) qualifying stage for the U.S Women’s Open or U.S. Senior Open.

The USGA will adopt the condition of competition for U.S. Open local qualifying beginning in 2011 and for the national championships and team competitions it conducts for amateur players no later than 2014, as originally announced.

What is the protocol if a player needs to determine the conformity of a club, or the conformity of the club’s grooves is called into question during a sectional qualifying event for the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open or U.S. Senior Open? Players are strongly encouraged to resolve any questions about club conformance prior to arriving on site for any qualifying event.

As is the case with any question on the Rules of Golf or equipment, any player who is concerned about the conformity of grooves should find the USGA official in charge of the qualifying event as soon as practicable. The first step will be to determine the make and model of the club in question and whether the club has been included in the USGA database of clubs. If the club is listed in the database as meeting the 2010 groove specifications, has not been altered, and there are no other extenuating circumstances or other evidence of non-conformance, the club will be assumed to conform. If the club is not listed as such in the database and a determination cannot be made immediately, the player may choose to play with the club but risks disqualification if a determination is subsequently made that the club does not conform. Field testing will not be performed at local (first stage) or sectional (final stage) qualifying sites.

If another player calls into question the conformity of a player’s grooves, as with any question that arises during the competition, the USGA Rules Committee will take all pertinent facts into consideration in evaluating the situation, and the above procedure will apply if necessary. The decision of the USGA Rules Committee will be final.

What is the protocol if a player needs to determine the conformity of a club, or the conformity of the club’s grooves is called into question during the U.S. Open, U.S. Women’s Open or U.S. Senior Open?Players are strongly encouraged to resolve any questions about club conformance prior to arriving on site for any championship.

Once on site, a player who is concerned about the conformity of grooves should alert a member of the USGA’s Rules Committee as soon as practicable, as is the case with any question on the Rules of Golf or equipment. The first step will be to determine the make and model of the club in question and whether the club has been included in the USGA database of clubs. If the club is listed in the database, has not been altered, and there are no other extenuating circumstances or other evidence of non-conformance, the club will be assumed to conform.

If a club does not appear in the database or if the club has been altered, officials on site will have the ability to conduct a field test to determine conformance. The field test that the USGA has developed will take less than 10 minutes for a club and no more than 30 minutes for a set of clubs.

If another player calls into question the conformity of a player’s grooves, as with any question that arises during the competition, the USGA Rules Committee will take all pertinent facts into consideration in evaluating the situation, and the above procedure will apply if necessary. The decision of the USGA Rules Committee will be final.

What are the plans of other major golf organizations with respect to the new condition of competition?The PGA Tour (including the Champions and Nationwide Tours), European PGA Tour and other members of the International Federation of PGA Tours, as well as the LPGA, intend to adopt this condition of competition at their tournaments beginning Jan. 1, 2010. The PGA of America and Augusta National Golf Club intend to adopt this condition of competition at the PGA Championship and Masters Tournament, respectively, in 2010.

What has been the timeline in making the change? Work on this subject has been ongoing at the USGA and R&A for many years. The following is an outline of key dates in the process, as well as future milestones:

2005 USGA and R&A announce they will be studying the effect of grooves.

August 2006USGA publishes first of two major research reports on groove performance/characteristics. (Spin Generation I pdf)

January 2007 USGA publishes second major research report on groove performance/characteristics. (Spin Generation II pdf)

February 2007USGA and R&A propose limits on groove volume and edge radius, seeking feedback from manufacturers.

August 2008 USGA and R&A adopt a revised proposal, incorporating manufacturer comments.

January 1, 2010 All new clubs submitted to USGA for approval must conform to new specifications.

PGA Tour, major championships and international federation tours will adopt the rule as an “expert” condition of competition.

Manufacturers are allowed to produce existing clubs and exhaust inventory until the end of 2010.

2014 USGA and R&A have announced they will implement condition of competition at expert amateur competitions. Other golf organizations (for example, state and regional associations) are expected to follow the USGA and R&A timeline for their expert competitions.

2024 Earliest date the condition of competition will become a permanent equipment specification in the Rules of Golf.

4-1/1 Condition Requiring Clubs Conforming with Groove and Punch Mark Specifications Effective January 1, 2010A Committee that wishes to limit players to clubs manufactured with grooves and/or punch marks that conform to all aspects of the Rules of Golf that are effective from January 1, 2010 may adopt the condition of competition detailed below.

Between January 1, 2010 and January 1, 2014, it is recommended that this condition of competition be adopted only for competitions involving the highest level of expert player. After January 1, 2014, this condition of competition may be adopted more widely (e.g., at the highest level of amateur golf), but it is recommended only for competitions involving expert players.

“The player’s clubs must conform to the groove and punch mark specifications in the Rules of Golf that are effective from January 1, 2010.

*Penalty For Carrying, But Not Making Stroke With, Club Or Clubs In Breach Of Condition:Match play - At the conclusion of the hole at which the breach is discovered, the state of the match is adjusted by deducting one hole for each hole at which a breach occurred; maximum deduction per round - Two holes.Stroke play - Two strokes for each hole at which any breach occurred; maximum penalty per round - Four strokes.Match or stroke play - In the event of a breach between the play of two holes, the penalty applies to the next hole.Bogey and par competitions - See Note 1 to Rule 32-1a.Stableford competitions - See Note 1 to Rule 32-1b.

*Any club or clubs carried in breach of this condition must be declared out of play by the player to his opponent in match play or his marker or a fellow-competitor in stroke play immediately upon discovery that a breach has occurred. If the player fails to do so, he is disqualified.

Penalty For Making Stroke With Club In Breach Of Condition:Disqualification.

Exception: Clubs manufactured before March 31, 1990 that meet the criteria of USGA Decision USGA/4-1/100, such as the Ping Eye 2 irons, will be permitted for play when the above Condition Requiring Clubs Conforming with Groove and Punch Mark Specifications Effective January 1, 2010 is in effect.”

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IGA Mid Am TeamHillview CC, FranklinApril 26-27, 2009

1 Todd Palmer, Fishers & Curt Puckett, Farmland

66 64 130 -14

T2 Rob Carmichael, South Bend & Rick Hardesty

71 63 134 -10

T2 Brooks Snyder, Williamsport & Charles Himes

68 66 134 -10

T4 Jerry Crouch, Indianapolis & Tom Perry, Indianapolis

72 63 135 -9

T4 Sam Till, Jr., Fort Wayne & Chip Novak

71 64 135 -9

T4 Randy Nichols, Brookville & Skip Runnels, Richmond

68 67 135 -9

7 Ron Carter, Monticello & Brent Hofman, Lafayette

67 69 136 -8

8 Marty Rifkin, Fort Wayne & Jeff Fisher

71 66 137 -7

T9 George Wamsley, Monterey & Dave Williamson

71 67 138 -6

T9 Tim Estes, Fishers & Shaun Watts, Fishers

71 67 138 -6

T9 Keith Blythe & Bob Goulet, Decatur

69 69 138 -6

T9 Gordie Rees, Albany & Craig Scheibert

70 68 138 -6

T9 Jim Anthony & Chuck Wenning, Franklin

68 70 138 -6

IGA Tournament of ChampionsFox Prairie GC, NoblesvilleMay 8-9, 2009

1 Joe Hayden, Fort Wayne 69 73 142 E

2 Andy Skillman, Yorktown 66 77 143 +1

T3 Ron Carter, Monticello 73 71 144 +2 T3 Ted Smith, Wilkinson 72 72 144 +2 T3 Joe Mahurin, Noblesville 71 73 144 +2 6 Sam Till, Jr, Fort Wayne 71 74 145 +3 T7 Skip Runnels, Richmond 72 74 146 +4 T7 Bob Stephens, Indianapolis 70 76 146 +4 9 Marty Rifkin, Fort Wayne 70 77 147 +5 T10 Bob Witt, Fishers 73 76 149 +7 T10 Chris Eckerle, Indianapolis 72 77 149 +7 T10 Ted Kaperak, Terre Haute 72 77 149 +7 T10 Randy Nichols, Brookville 70 79 149 +7

T10 Michael Salmon, La Porte 70 79 149 +7

IGA McDonalds Stroke Play Series #1Otter Creek GC, ColumbusMay 17, 2009

1 Andrew Frandsen, Lebanon 68 -4 T2 Kyle Perry, Bloomington 71 -1 T2 Bryan Bennett, Kouts 71 -1 T4 Brett Widner, Avon 73 +1 T4 Clarence Hardison, Indianapolis 73 +1 6 Skip Runnels, Richmond 74 +2 T7 Dave Williamson, Crawfordsville 75 +3 T7 Michael Williams 75 +3 T9 Mike David, Franklin 76 +4 T9 Brian Moore, Columbus 76 +4

IGA Four BallAckerman Hills GC, West LafayetteMay 19-June 1

Final MatchJohnston/Duncan def. Carter/Hofman - 1 up

Semi Final MatchesJohnston/Duncan def. Harris/Moore - 6 & 5Carter/Hofman def. Smith/Wojtowicz - 4 & 3

Quarter Final MatchesJohnston/Duncan def. Cook/Kelley - 2 & 1Carter/Hofman def. Barnes/Corey - 6 & 5Harris/Moore def. Adams/Rivas - 5 & 4Smith/Wojtowicz def. Bowser/Brittain - 2 & 1

Round 2 MatchesJohnston/Duncan def. Nichols/Runnels - 1 upCarter/Hofman def. Williamson/Smith - 4 & 3Harris/Moore def. Richter/Terry - 5 & 4Smith/Wojtowicz def. Ziembo/Cripe - 3 & 2Cook/Kelley def. Weast/Hutchinson - 5 & 3Barnes/Corey def. Kendricks/Kendricks - 1 upAdams/Rivas def. Snyder/Marheine - 6 & 5Bowser/Brittain def. Williamson/Williamson - 4 & 3

Round 1 MatchesJohnston/Duncan def. Widner/McGary - 4 & 2Carter/Hofman def. Gray/Lopez - 3 & 2Harris/Moore def. Cooke/Hipsher - 7 & 5Smith/Wojtowicz def. Kaye/Rink - 1 upCook/Kelley def. Tipton/Curry - 5 & 3Barnes/Corey def. Warfel/Gauss - 3 & 2Adams/Rivas def. Harris/Delongchamp - 1 upBowser/Brittain def. Ruess/Vandercar - 3 & 2Nichols/Runnels def. Estep/Whebbe - 7 & 6Williamson/Smith def. Barnes/McMullen - 1 upRichter/Terry def. Bond/Thompson - 19 holesZiembo/Cripe def. Campbell/Bridge - 19 holesWeast/Hutchinson def. Wamsley/Paquin - 1 upKendricks/Kendricks def. Hillman/Stephens - 19 holesSnyder/Marheine def. Gery/Eger - 3 & 2Williamson/Williamson def. Williamson/Chesterman - 2 up

IGA Senior TeamBloomington CC, BloomingtonJune 9-10, 2009

1 Tom Jones & David Brown, Terre Haute

72 67 139 -5

T2 Jerry McMullen & Bill Barnes Carmel

71 70 141 -3

T2 Jerry Crouch & Greg McCall, Indianapolis

71 70 141 -3

T4 George Wamsley, Monterey & Steve Paquin

73 69 142 -2

T4 Sam Till, Jr., Fort Wayne & Chip Novak

73 69 142 -2

T4 Tom Perry & Gus Spicuzza, Indianapolis

70 72 142 -2

T7 Steve Baker, Noblesville & Jerry Caplinger

73 71 144 E

T7 Gary Verostko, Bloomington & Ted Kaperak, Terre Haute

72 72 144 E

9 Jim Rowen & Ray Pawulich, Indianapolis

77 72 149 +5

T10 John Laskowski & Jay Strauch, Carmel

76 74 150 +6

T10 Peter Kempf, Auburn & Bill Fink

77 73 150 +6

IGA Public Links Royal Hylands, KnightstownJune 12-13, 2009

1 Eric Steger, Noblesville 67 65 132 -10

2 Randy Nichols, Brookville 68 66 134 -8

T3 Matthew Hancock, Evansville

69 66 135 -7

T3 Brooks Snyder, Williamsport

63 72 135 -7

T3 Tyler Zink, Lanesville 67 68 135 -7 6 Hartley McLeod,

Fort Wayne69 67 136 -6

7 Ross Cosat, Carthage 70 67 137 -5

T8 Chase Wright, Muncie 70 68 138 -4 T8 John Farrelly, Indianapolis 70 68 138 -4 T8 Seth Fair, Brownsburg 69 69 138 -4 T8 Jeff Mullin 67 71 138 -4

IGA Indiana AmateurRock Hollow GC, PeruJune 23-26, 2009

1 Erik Barnes, Marion

67 71 68 76 282 -6

2 Erich Johnston, Fort Wayne

70 70 67 76 283 -5

3 Andrew Varner, Marion

74 74 66 70 284 -4

4 Brad Smith, Peru 72 72 73 69 286 -2

T5 Kyle Perry, Bloomington

71 72 70 74 287 -1

T5 Skip Runnels, Richmond

70 72 73 72 287 -1

7 Eric Steger, Noblesville

69 73 70 76 288 E

T8 Brian Harris, Kokomo

71 73 73 72 289 +1

T8 Richard Lamb, South Bend

72 66 74 77 289 +1

T10 Terry Werner, Dyer

70 77 72 71 290 +2

T10 Aaron Monson, Nineveh

73 74 72 71 290 +2

T10 Jonathan Balyeat, Fort Wayne

69 73 69 79 290 +2

IGA McDonalds Stroke Play Series #2Woodwind GC, WestfieldJuly 12

1 Randy Nichols, Brookville 66 -5 T2 Tim Sparks, Milan 69 -2 T2 Chase Wright, Muncie 69 -2 T2 Joe Mahurin, Noblesville 69 -2 T5 Andrew Frandsen, Lebanon 71 E T5 Kenny Cook, Indianapolis 71 E T7 Curt Puckett, Farmland 72 +1 T7 Bobby Delagrange 72 +1 T9 Alex Walker, Carmel 73 +2 T9 Todd Palmer, Fishers 73 +2 T9 Marc Bustamante, Fishers 73 +2 T9 Skip Runnels, Richmond 73 +2

IGA SCOREBOARD

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IGA Senior Match PlayUlen CC, LebanonJuly 20-22

Final MatchNichols def. Runnels - 25 holes

Semi Final MatchesNichols def. Smith - 3 & 1Runnels def. N. Nichols - 2 up

Quarter Final MatchesNichols def. McMullen - 5 & 4Runnels def. Till, Jr. - 3 & 2Smith def. Carter - 1 upN. Nichols def. Gagnier - 2 up

Round 1 MatchesRandy Nichols def. Mike Bell - 2 & 1Skip Runnels def. Richard Rink - 2 upTed Smith def. Jim Rowen - 2 & 1Nick Nichols def. Ted Kaperak - 3 & 2Jerry McMullen def. Kent Frandsen - 3 & 1Sam Till, Jr. def. Bill Barnes - 3 & 1Ron Carter def. Jim Anthony - 3 & 2Chip Gagnier def. Paul Petticrew, Sr. -1 up

IGA Match Play The Trophy Club, LebanonJuly 28-31, 2009

Final MatchSteger def. Johnston - 21 holes

Semi Final MatchesSteger def. Wright - 3 & 1Johnston def. Cosat - 2 & 1

Quarter Final MatchesSteger def. Fair - 2 & 1Johnston def. Lazzara - 4 & 3Wright def. Plager - 3 & 1Cosat def. Tereshko - 19 holes

Round 2 MatchesSteger def. Monson - 4 & 3Johnston def. Vandercar - 2 upWright def. Poling - 20 holesCosat def. Perry - 2 & 1Fair def. Snyder - 1 upLazzara def. Runnels - 4 & 3Plager def. Oldham - 19 holesTereshko def. Stephens - 4 & 3

Round 1 MatchesEric Steger def. Zach Henderson - 6 & 5Erich Johnston def. Marty Rifkin - 4 & 2Chase Wright def. Greg East - 2 & 1Ross Cosat def. Alex Walker - 20 holesSeth Fair def. Josh Ruff - 4 & 3Tony Lazzara def. Dave Williamson - 2 & 1Henry Plager def. Alex Stinson - 4 & 3Justin Tereshko def. Bill Welter - 4 & 2Aaron Monson def. Kevin Sasena - 2 & 1Adam Vandercar def. Eric Skillman - 3 & 1Christian Poling def. Tyler Duncan - 20 holesKyle Perry def. Robert Gleixner - 4 & 3Brooks Snyder def. Joe Gasser - 3 & 2Skip Runnels def. Zac Treash - 1 upJoshua Oldham def. Jack Tanselle - 21 holesBob Stephens def. Nathan Wine - 2 up

IGA Mid AmateurHillcrest CC, IndianapolisAugust 13-14, 2009

1 Sam Till, Jr, Fort Wayne 63 70 133 -9

2 Terry Werner, Dyer 66 70 136 -6

3 Todd Palmer, Fishers 64 75 139 -3

T4 Ted Smith, Wilkinson 73 67 140 -2

T4 Jack Tanselle, Carmel 70 70 140 -2 T6 Brian Harris, Kokomo 72 69 141 -1

T6 Randy Nichols, Brookville 72 69 141 -1

8 Steve Evans 71 71 142 E 9 Chad Hilderbrand,

Indianapolis72 71 143 +1

T10 Brooks Snyder, Williamsport 76 68 144 +2 T10 Terry Stanley 73 71 144 +2 T10 Clarence Hardison,

Indianapolis70 74 144 +2

IGA McDonalds Stroke Play Series #3Brickyard Crossing, IndianapolisAugust 23, 2009

*1 Ben Moster, Brookville 68 -4 T2 Brad Smith, Peru 68 -4 T2 Terry Kendricks, Crawfordsville 68 -4 4 Joe Mahurin, Noblesville 69 -3 T5 Tim Sparks, Milan 70 -2 T5 Ryan Wegeng, Avon 70 -2 T5 Derek Moore, Williamsburg 70 -2 T8 Dan Hood, Elkhart 71 -1 T8 Justin Tereshko 71 -1 T8 Michael Salmon, La Porte 71 -1

IGA Senior AmateurTippecanoe Lake CC, LeesburgAugust 24-25, 2009

1 Terry Werner, Dyer 68 70 138 -2

T2 Randy Nichols, Brookville 70 70 140 E

T2 Sam Till, Jr, Fort Wayne 69 71 140 E

4 Tim Miller 74 67 141 +1

T5 Terry Kendricks, Crawfordsville

72 70 142 +2

T5 Ted Smith, Wilkinson 72 70 142 +2

T5 David Brown, Terre Haute

71 71 142 +2

T5 Tom Jones, Terre Haute 68 74 142 +2 9 Skip Runnels, Richmond 71 72 143 +3 T10 Jerry McMullen, Carmel 73 71 144 +4 T10 Ron Carter, Monticello 73 71 144 +4 T10 John Wray 69 75 144 +4

Creative Roots IGA TeamOtter Creek GC, ColumbusOctober 25, 2009

1 Kokomo CC - Mike Freed, Tennis Guyer, Rob Long, Rob Lutz

66 67 133 -11

2 Hillview CC - Jason Bukowski, Chuck Wenning, Trent Tormoehlen, Joshua Oldham

66 68 134 -10

3 Pebble Brook - Al Ruffner, Eric Steger, Joe Butto, Jim Huseman

69 67 136 -8

National Qualifiers

US Open Championship: David Erdy, Boonville - 152

US Amateur Public Links Championship: Peter O’Neill, Carmel - 147

US Amateur Championship: David Erdy, Boonville - 156Patrick Rodgers, Avon - 156Seath Lauer, Huntington - 148Kenny Cook, Noblesville - 156Eric Steger, Noblesville - 143

US Mid Amateur Championship: Kenny Cook, Noblesville - 145Chris Williams, Carmel - 157

US Senior Amateur Championship: Bill Barnes, Carmel - 146Mike Bell, Indianapolis - 141David Williamson, Ladoga - 150Sam Till, Fort Wayne - 150Randy Nichols, Brookville - 148

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With the economic conditions as they were, we worried going into the 2009 season that we might experience a slowdown with our events. And despite having our opening kick-off event cancelled, we had a very good season overall. Participation actually increased from last year in several events and some new and familiar faces were welcome as well. Old or new, we welcomed each and every one of you.

Speaking of faces, there are a couple highlights I’d like to share from our 2009 season. A young and familiar face is that of Julia Potter. Julia defended her title as the 2009 Alice O’Neal Dye Player of the Year. She won the Match Play event and finished second in both the Open & the State Amateur. Congratulations Julia and good luck with your Future’s tour. Another familiar face, one that just moved back to Indiana, is Tobi Herron, formerly Tobi Probst from Columbus, IN. Tobi placed third in the State Amateur and took the championship title at the Mid Amateur at French Lick’s Donald Ross course. And lastly, Indiana hosted the USGA Women’s Team Championship at the Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne. Our team, represented by Julie Carmichael, Nina Whalen, & Kristi Piepenbrink, finished 14th in a field of 49 teams. Congratulations team Indiana!

In 2010, we will continue implementing our strategic plan to grow women’s golf and increase our participation in our IWGA events. With the busy schedules and many commitments we have in our lives, trying to squeeze in some personal time for golf can be quite a challenge. In 2009, we held our first Sunday-Monday event with the Mid-Amateur and the Sunday date was well received by our players. Following that same theory, we are pleased to announce “Play Days” in 2010 which will be held on Sunday afternoons. Play Days will be one day, competitive events offering both gross and net prizes. Players can sign up as singles or bring in groups. We plan to have three Play Days, with the first beginning in May, then in July, and the last in September.

Please come out and share another year of fun, memories, and friendships with the IWGA.

IWGA President’s Messageby Frances Walker

Come play with us in 2010! The Indiana Women’s Golf Association will host 8 tournaments at great host courses this season designed to welcome players of all ages and ability levels for some fun competition.

Play Day #1 ($60)May 16 - The Trophy Club, Lebanon

Team Championship ($105 per team)June 2 - The Fort Golf Resort, Indianapolis

Match Play and Senior Match Play ($80)June 14-16 - Heartland Crossing GL, Camby

Pepsi Women’s Open ($90)June 28-29 - Legends of Indiana, Franklin

State Amateur ($125)July 12-14 - Anderson CC, Anderson

Play Day #2 ($60)July 25 - TBA

Mid Amateur ($85)August 8-9 - Fox Prairie GC, Noblesville

Play Day #3 ($60)September 12 - Hillview CC, Franklin

• New for 2010 are Sunday Play Days, where you pick your four-some and tee time for a more relaxed Sunday afternoon stroke play competition. Prizes will still be awarded for gross and net (100%)divisions. Players may choose up to three other players to play with, but it is not necessary to have a group to sign up.

• The Match Play Championship is open to players of all ages, and the Senior Match Play Championship is open to players over the

based on handicaps prior to the start of competition. Players in the

• The Mid Amateur Championship is a stroke play competition for

• The Team Championship is a way for you to pair up with a friend, family member, or fellow-golfer and compete in a best ball event. Prizes will be awarded in both gross and net (100%)divisions.

• And the State Amateur, the oldest and most prestigious event, is

three days to determine the best in Indiana.

**Eligible players must be Indiana residents and possess a current IGA-PGA handicap index**

For more information or to register, visit www.indianagolf.org or call (800) 779-7271 ext. 221

Hope to see you this summer!

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Team Indiana rallied the final day at the USGA Women’s State Team Championship to finish T14th in a field comprised of teams from 48 states and the District of Columbia. For this event, the format was stroke play with the top two scores from each team counting. After the first round of competition at Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne on September 1, 2009, Indiana was not where they wanted to be - in 23rd place. They managed to inch their way down after the second round to the 19th position and were determined to have a strong finish on their home course.

The Jack Nicklaus designed course played tough throughout the week for the 3-women teams. The average score was over 83, proving it worthy of national competition.

Julie Carmichael of Indianapolis, a USGA national championship veteran, led the charge the final day with a 1-over-par 73, her lowest of the week. Nina Whalen of Indianapolis, who once competed for Colorado in the Womens State Team, also had her tournament best 76 the final day. Kristi Piepenbrink of Greenwood, a recent University of Indianapolis graduate experiencing the Team event as a rookie, finished with an 80, but counted the first two days at 81-78. Indiana posted 162-160-149=471.

Georgia took home the title at 143-154-139=436, and Georgia’s Dori Carter took medalist honors after rounds of 69-76-69=214. Kathy Hartwiger of Alabama fired a 67 the final round to set a new competitive course record.

Indiana’s team was selected based on tournament point standings from the 2008 and 2009 seasons. Points could be earned by playing in IWGA tournaments, the PGA Indiana Women’s Open, and USGA qualifiers and national championships. Point-earnings were cut off at the completion of the IWGA Mid Amateur August 10. Carmichael earned 106.5 points, Whalen earned 81.5 points and Piepenbrink earned 71 points over the two seasons.

Any female Indiana amateur who was not a collegiate athlete at the time of the USGA Championship was eligible to represent the Hoosier state on the national scene. The next opportunity to represent Indiana at the USGA Women’s State Team will be in 2011. Beginning

at the 2011 Championship, the USGA will no longer allow players to ride in motorized carts; it will strictly be a walking event.

Executive Women’s Golf Association Central Indiana Chapter

Connect-Learn-Play-Belong-FUN

Leagues offered at— • The Legends • Eagle Creek• Ironwood• Pleasant Run • The Brickyard

Choose when and where you want to play.

We also offer— • Great Outings • Social Events • Networking Events • Education Programs

The EWGA is a multifaceted organization for all levels of golfers to provide women an

opportunity to connect through golf.

Join us in April for the 2010 Kickoff Check the local website for details

Contact us: International website: www.ewga.comLocal website: www.ewgaindiana.com

More info: [email protected]

IWGA Board Members:

USGA Women’s State Team Championship© USGA/Steve Gibbons Team Indiana Rallies Final Day

Frances Walker PresidentMichelle Smith Vice PresidentAren Howell SecretaryNancy Trimarco Past PresidentMichelle Gerbasich Northern DirectorNina Whalen Central DirectorAshely Davidson Southern DirectorSusan St. John Southern Director

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The 2009 female player of the year, Julia Potter, has been a standout on the collegiate scene and in Indiana since her years as a junior golfer. Throughout her years in the Pepsi Junior Golf Program, she received every possible junior Player of the Year award. She also received this honor in 2008.

During the 2009 IWGA season she was victorious at the Women’s Match Play Championship at Broadmoor CC after fending off tough competitors in rainy conditions. She also placed 2nd at both the Women’s Open at The Legends of Indiana and the State Amateur at Otter Creek Golf Course, which she has won twice. Her other top finish came at the Women’s Team Championship at Sycamore Hills Golf Club where she placed 3rd.

Now a senior Division I collegiate golfer at the University of Missouri, she plans on turning professional this summer. She earned full-exempt status for the Duramed Futures Tour for 2010.

2009 Alice O’Neal Dye Player of the YearJulia Potter

1 Julia Potter, Granger 4 107.50 2 Aimee Neff, Carmel 2 65.00 3 Brittany Kelly, Fishers 3 57.50 4 Julie M. Carmichael, Indianapolis 6 52.50 5 Tobi Herron, Columbus 2 50.00 6 Kelly Short, Muncie 3 48.00 7 Jutnhima Gulyanamitta,

West Lafayette1 27.50

8 Michele Nash 3 26.50 T9 Kristi Cardwell, Kokomo 3 25.00 T9 Michelle Morgan, Muncie 2 25.00

Alice O’Neal Dye Player of the Year Point Standings


Match Play Championship ChampionState Amateur Championship 2ndPepsi Indiana Women’s Open T2Team Championship T3

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IWGA Championship ReviewPotter Adds Match Play to List of Wins

Neff Wins Her First Open

After 38 holes in the rain at Broadmoor Country Club in Indianapolis June 3, 2009, Julia Potter of Granger claimed victory at the IWGA Match Play Championship. Julie Carmichael of Indianapolis, and Broadmoor member, battled against Potter keeping within a two hole margin before a tough lie in a bunker on the 17th hole cost her a bogey and ended the match at 2 and 1. Carmichael has finished runner-up in the Women’s Match Play three times but still hopes to one day add it to her list of tournament wins, which includes the State Amateur, Mid Amateur and PGA Women’s Open.

Potter, a student-athlete at University of Missouri, has taken first at two State Amateurs but this is her first Match Play win. Kristtini Cain of Marion was her first opponent, and Potter beat her out 4 and 3. Potter then defeated Kristi Cardwell of Kokomo, the 2008 Junior Tour Girls Player of the Year, 7 and 5 before fending off Kelly Short of Muncie after 21 holes to advance to the finals.

Carmichael’s road to the final match included fending off Angela Gauck of Greensburg by 1 up in the opening round, beating Michelle Nash 1 up, and then defeating Jordan Essman of Angola 5 and 3 in the semi-finals.

Michigan State Junior and Academic All-American Aimee Neff claimed her first Pepsi Indiana Women’s Open June 30, 2009, at The Legends of Indiana Golf Course. Her opening round 71 left her tied for first with Ball State University team member Brittany Kelly. Strong winds swept across The Legends, making scores higher than usual for the 109 competitors, but Kelly and Neff were each able to card several birdies to pull away from the field. Audrey Fellmeth of Indianapolis fired a 73 to position herself in contention for the title as well, but a second round 80 placed her T12th overall.

While Kelly found herself in trouble making two triples the final day for an 81, Neff followed her low opening round up with a 72. Two birdies

balanced out her two bogeys to take the championship. Two birdies at par-5’s allowed her to finish with a four-stroke lead over runner-up finishers Julia Potter of Granger, who plays at University of Missouri, and Jutnhima Gulyanamitta of West Lafayette, a member of Purdue’s team, who both finished at 75-72=147.

Top professional honors went to Kylene Pulley from Kokomo, a member of the Duramed Futures Tour, Jennifer Hong of South Bend, and Colonial Oaks Club Professional Kim Moore. They carded 153 to take first in their division and 12th overall.

Julia Potter battles in the rain

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IWGA Championship ReviewKelly’s Personal Record Leads to Victory at State Am

After a first round 77 and a tough field of Indiana’s best female amateurs in front, Brittany Kelly of Fishers wasn’t expecting a victory. But a personal record 67 at Otter Creek Golf Course the second day moved her from ninth to first at the Women’s State Amateur Championship July 13-15, 2009. A four-under 32 on the front started her day off well, and she held on to card 35 on the back. “I didn’t get ahead of myself,” she said. “I got in a few sand traps but was able to get up and down, versus the first round when I kept two-putting.” Before the record round, her personal best was a 69 at Brickyard Crossing in a collegiate event, or 68 at Stoney Creek Golf Course in a high school tournament.

Kelly held on to even par during the final round for a five shot victory over two-time defending champion Julia Potter of Granger (73-73-74=221). With the support of her caddy and father, Ken, Kelly fired 36-36=72 for her first State Amateur win to add to her 2006 Indiana Women’s Open title. “It meant a lot of have my dad here caddying for me this week,” she said. Her sister was married the previous weekend so the family’s focus was not on golf leading up to the championship.

Kelly joins the likes of Danah Ford Bordner, Julie Carmichael, Ashley Prange, Katy Wilkinson and Kasey Gant as winners of both Indiana major championships. “I still look back on that Open win as the best,” Kelly stated. She has also taken two collegiate event titles as a member of Ball State University’s women’s team.

Local favorite Taylor Gohn of Columbus led after her opening round 72 at her home course. Carding all 4’s on the back nine and even par on the front gave her a one-stroke advantage over Potter, but her next two rounds of 77 finished her tied for fifth place.

After 36 holes the players were flighted, and any player with a two-day total of 158 or better qualified for the Championship Flight. Flight winners:

First Flight - Kristi Piepenbrink, GreenwoodSecond Flight - Lauren Vogt, AuburnThird Flight - Kristi O’Brien, Fort WayneFourth Flight - Kaelyn Lingenfelter, BloomingtonFifth Flight - Allie Pancake, ZionsvilleSixth Flight - Anne Mail, Indianapolis

Champion Brittany Kelly at Otter Creek Golf Course

Two-time defending champion Julia Potter

of Granger

(Photo by Aaron Furgeson)

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One player who moved back to Indiana in 2009 made quite an impression during her return to the state’s competitive golf scene. Formerly Tobi Probst, now Tobi Herron of Columbus

placed third at the Indiana Amateur and took the championship title at the IWGA Mid Amateur at French Lick Spring Resort’s Donald Ross Course August 9-10. Her first round score of 40-36=76 was enough to take a one stroke lead over the rest of the 25-and-over amateur field. A hot three-in-a-row birdie streak on the back nine recovered her score and put her ahead of eventual runner-ups Nina Whalen of Indianapolis and Michelle Gerbasich of Fort Wayne at 77.

Herron opened the final round with a series of pars and finally was able to break the streak with two birdies at holes 7 and 8. One final birdie on the back nine rounded out her even par 71 and gave her the victory. Before returning to her home state, she found success at the University of Missouri as a member of the women’s team and in other states upon graduation like Oklahoma and Florida, but this was her first IWGA win. Gerbasich and Whalen each carded a 75 for a 152 total and second place.

Flight Winners:First Flight: Suzanne Seaton 87 86 173Second Flight: Jen Tuttle 93 85 178Third Flight: Janett Braun 99 93 192

Fourth Flight: Patty McManus 102 97 199

Nina Whalen of Indianapolis extended her first round lead and captured the 2009 Senior Amateur Championship at Old Oakland Golf Club with an impressive round of 70 on July 22. Despite constant rain during the final day, she combined a 2-under-par round with a first day 75 to take her first Senior Am title and fend off defending champion Nancy Fitzgerald of Carmel. Fitzgerald fired a 78-75=153 to finish as runner-up, while Carla Windisch of Indianapolis shot 77-82=159 for third place.

Two front nine par-4’s that gave Whalen trouble when she double bogeyed during the first day’s round gave her no trouble in the final round as she walked off both greens with pars. Two other par 4’s on the back nine, 10 and 11, also got the best of Whalen during the opening round when she made consecutive bogeys. But during the final round she was

able to make back-to-back birdies and continue her quest for a subpar round. Another birdie on the par-3, 17th hole helped her finish strong.

The Net division was won by Fran Minor of Indianapolis who posted a net 70-67=137.

IWGA Championship Review70 For Whalen Wins Senior Am

Successful Return to Indiana

Tobi Herron

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IWGA Match Play Broadmoor CC, IndianapolisJune 1-3, 2009

Final MatchPotter def. Carmichael - 2 and 1

Semi Final MatchesPotter def. Short - 21 holesCarmichael def. Essman - 5 & 3

Quarter Final MatchesPotter def. Cardwell - 7 & 5Carmichael def. Nash - 1 upShort def. Morgan - 4 & 3Essman def. McBride - 2 up

Round 1 MatchesJulia Potter def. Kristtini Cain - 4 & 3Julie Carmichael def. Angela Gauck - 1 upKelly Short def. Raquel Hopton - 3 & 2Jordan Essman def. Terra Miller - 2 upKristi Cardwell def. Kelsey Benson - 3 & 2Michelle Nash def. Brittany Kelly - 6 & 4Michelle Morgan def. Kristi Piepenbrink - 26 holesLyndsay McBride def. Jessica Dooley - 4 & 3

IWGA TeamSycamore Hills GC, Fort WayneJune 221 Allison Tyler, Indianapolis & Lyndsay McBride, Bristol 69 -3

2 Emily Podzielinski, Noblesville & Abby Cotter 70 -2 T3 Tara Boone, Huntington & Chelsea Kilty 71 -1

T3 Julia Potter, Granger & Angela Gauck, Greensburg 71 -1 T5 Lauren Vogt, Auburn & Andrea Vogt, Auburn 72 E T5 Jackie Hauck, Fort Wayne & Michelle Gerbasich, Fort Wayne 72 E T5 Megan Kiley & Darin Pinnick, Washington 72 E 8 Kristi Piepenbrink, Geenwood & Sarah Prascsak 73 +1

9 Julie Carmichael, Indianapolis & Linda Sturges, Indianapolis 74 +2 10 Emily Johnson, Winona Lake & Chelsea Zusan 75 +3

IWGA State AmateurOtter Creek GC, ColumbusJuly 13-15, 20091 Brittany Kelly, Fishers 77 67 72 216 E 2 Julia Potter, Granger 73 74 74 221 +5 3 Tobi Herron, Columbus 75 75 72 222 +6

4 Aimee Neff, Carmel 74 76 73 223 +7 T5 Rachael Pruett, Linton 78 76 72 226 +10 T5 Taylor Gohn, Columbus 72 77 77 226 +10 T7 Kristi Cardwell, Kokomo 78 75 74 227 +11 T7 Michelle Morgan, Muncie 75 76 76 227 +11

9 Kristtini Cain, Marion 80 77 71 228 +12 10 Breanna Patz, Avon 74 78 77 229 +13

First Flight1 Kristi Piepenbrink, Geenwood 81 78 78 237 +21 T2 Lyndsay McBride, Bristol 80 81 77 238 +22 T2 Emily Dixon, Zionsville 78 82 78 238 +22

Second Flight1 Lauren Vogt, Auburn 81 83 76 240 +24 2 Jessica Dooley, Goshen 83 81 79 243 +27 T3 Chelsea Silvers, Martinsville 80 86 79 245 +29

Third FlightT1 Jessica Collins, Seymour 84 84 81 249 +33T1 Kristi O’Brien, Fort Wayne 89 80 80 249 +33 T3 Brianna Scheidler 89 81 80 250 +34

Fourth Flight1 Kaelyn Lingenfelter, Rochester 91 85 81 257 +41

2 Nina Whalen, Indianapolis 88 88 83 259 +43 3 Michelle Gerbasich, Fort Wayne 88 89 83 260 +44

Fifth Flight1 Allie Pancake, Zionsville 92 88 83 263 +47 2 Kelsea Ice 91 89 91 271 +55 T3 Kristina Mitchell, Indianapolis 88 95 89 272 +56

Sixth Flight1 Anne Mail, Indianapolis 96 91 82 269 +53

2 Sarah Dienes 93 93 97 283 +67 3 Nancy Trimarco, Greenfield 99 95 90 284 +68

IWGA Senior AmateurOld Oakland GC, IndianapolisJuly 21-22, 20091 Nina Whalen, Indianapolis 75 70 145 +1 2 Nancy Fitzgerald, Carmel 78 75 153 +9 3 Carla Windisch, Indianapolis 77 82 159 +15 4 Kathryn Maxwell 83 86 169 +25 5 Lisa Trimpe, Carmel 88 82 170 +26 6 Gwen Tierney, Anderson 85 86 171 +27 7 Barbara Marshall, Indianapolis 91 88 179 +35 8 Fran Minor, Indianapolis 92 89 181 +37 9 Carol Garrison 97 86 183 +39 T10 Jina Clark, Greenwood 94 90 184 +40 T10 Cinda Brown, Rushville 91 93 184 +40

IWGA Mid AmateurFrench Lick Springs Resort, French LickAugust 9-10, 20091 Tobi Herron 76 71 147 +5 100.00T2 Michelle Gerbasich, Fort Wayne 77 75 152 +10 62.50T2 Nina Whalen, Indianapolis 77 75 152 +10 62.50T4 Frances Walker, North Vernon 84 75 159 +17 T4 Michelle Smith 79 80 159 +17 6 Nancy Fitzgerald 77 84 161 +19 7 Julie Carmichael, Indianapolis 86 77 163 +21 8 Dena Sudhop, Zionsville 80 85 165 +23 9 Jackie Hauck 85 86 171 +29 10 Suzanne Seaton, Sellersburg 87 86 173 +31

First Flight1 Suzanne Seaton, Sellersburg 87 86 173 +31 T2 Nancy Trimarco, Greenfield 91 85 176 +34 T2 Melanie Degroff, Elkhart 88 88 176 +34

Second Flight1 Jen Tuttle, Zionsville 93 85 178 +36 2 Carla Windisch, Indianapolis 94 86 180 +38 3 Kathy Hanes, Greenfield 94 98 192 +50

Third Flight1 Janett Braun, Indianapolis 99 93 192 +50 2 Jody Argus, Indianapolis 97 97 194 +52 T3 Michelle Mills 99 96 195 +53

Fourth Flight1 Patty McManus 102 97 199 +57 2 Fran Minor, Indianapolis 101 106 207 +65 3 Liz Wolfla 106 106 212 +70

National QualifiersUSGA Womens Amateur Championship:Aimee Neff Carmel 147 for 31st seedLyndsay McBride Bristol 164Trisha Witherby Richmond 174

USGA Public Links Championship:Junthima Gulyanamitta West Lafayette 150 for 52nd seedAimee Neff Carmel 146 for 22nd seedWhitney Whaley Bloomington

USGA Mid Amateur Championship:Julie Carmichael Indianapolis 161 for 60th seed

USGA Senior Amateur Championship:Nancy Fitzgerald Carmel 167Rae Higdon Boonville 179

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Indiana Golf Foundation Scholarships

A mission of The Indiana Golf Foundation is to encourage and promote attaining higher education for high school seniors who actively participate in the game of golf, and this is made possible through scholarship opportunities.

The Foundation offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who wish to pursue a college education. The purpose of the Indiana Golf Foundation, Lynn B. Shonk, and David E. Simon Scholarships is to encourage and promote the attainment of higher education for seniors who have actively participated in the game of golf while excelling in their academic achievements. Winners receive an award of $2,500 or $5,000 towards college education expenses, and each is a one-time award. Since 1996, the IGF has given away over $230,000 to Indiana high school graduates.

Indiana Golf Foundation Scholarship Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 or 9.0/12.0 and be nominated by their high school golf coach or PGA Golf professional to be eligible. Awards are based on academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, an essay, and financial need. The 2009 winners received $2,500 towards college education expenses.

Russell E. ShowersRussell Showers from Kokomo is the son of Ralph and Kimberly Showers. He graduated third in his class from Western High School and was a four-sport letter winner in golf, cross country, swimming and soccer. He was the senior class president and a member of National Honor Society.

Showers was most influenced in golf by his two older sisters Lauren and Lynnsey. “They influenced me to be dedicated on and off the course and were always willing to help me practice every day.”

School: Butler UniversityField of Study: Pharmacy

Kylee Kathryn Wierks Kylee Wierks is a graduate of Northrop High School in Fort Wayne and the daughter of Kenton and Dena Wierks. While maintaining a cumulative GPA of 4.4, Wierks participated in golf and tennis and captained both of those teams her sophomore, junior and senior years. She was named to the Academic All State Team in golf her senior year. In addition to athletics, she participated in Student Government, orchestra, National Honor Society, and the Fort Wayne Community Schools’ Student Advisory Board.

Wierks learned many life lessons from playing the game of golf. “I have learned patience, courteousness, and self-control through my many experiences with golf, and I have been able to utilize these life lessons to help others.”

School: Indiana UniversityField of Study: Telecommunications

Danny Hyatt FischesserDanny Fischesser is from Connersville and is the son of Doug and Becky Fischesser. At Connersville High School, he maintained a 4.5 GPA and participated in Student Council, National Honor Society, and radio and TV programs. Fischesser lettered all four years in

both golf and basketball and played on the IGF Masters Tour for three years.

One of the lessons Fischesser has learned from playing the game of golf is optimism. “Golf can be a very frustrating game at times, but it has taught me the power of staying positive. No matter how bad things get, if you can stay positive the situation will always eventually get better.”

School: IUPUIField of Study: Computer Information Systems

Lynn B. Shonk Memorial Scholarship The Lynn B. Shonk Memorial Scholarship was established after the unfortunate passing of Lynn Shonk in 2009. Lynn was a great champion of the Indiana Golf Foundation and its programs. Through the generosity of her husband Bill, daughter Sally and son Scott, and the many family and friends who made gifts in Lynn’s memory, the Foundation is honored to award this annual scholarship.

Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 or 9.0/12.0 and be nominated by their high school golf coach or PGA Golf professional. The award is based on academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, essay, and financial need. The 2009 winner received $2,500 towards college education expenses.

Breanna Lynn PatzBreanna Patz from Plainfield is the first recipient of the Lynn B. Shonk Memorial Scholarship. She is the daughter of Dave and Kathy Patz. While attending Avon High School, she was a member of the National Honor Society all four

Russell Showers Kaylee Wierks Danny Fischesser Breanna Patz

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years. She played both golf and basketball all four years and was Academic All State in both sports her senior year. Patz is also the first student athlete at Avon to win the IHSAA Mental Attitude Award in golf.

The most influential person in Patz’s golf career is her father. “Throughout my entire career he has been the best coach I have had, teaching me the actual game and the lessons and values it carries.”

School: Xavier UniversityField of Study: Business

David E. Simon Scholarship The David E. Simon Scholarship was created to encourage and promote attaining higher education for high school seniors who have previously been employed at an Indiana golf facility in any capacity. This endowed scholarship is possible through a generous gift from David and Jacqueline Simon.

Applicants must have a minimum grade point average of 3.0/4.0 or 9.0/12.0 and be nominated by their high school golf coach or PGA Golf professional. Awards are based on financial need, academic achievement, extra-curricular activities, and an essay. The 2009 winners received $5,000 towards college education expenses.

Erin Claire SmithErin Smith from Peru is the daughter of Todd and Claire Smith. She attended Peru High School and was involved in a myriad of activities including Student Government, cheerleading, National Honor Society, Science Olympiad and Academic

Super Bowl. She worked at Rock Hollow Golf Club in the golf shop and as an intern where she conducted market research and developed marketing materials for the golf course.

Smith feels fortunate to have had the opportunity to work in the golf business. “Besides enjoying the work, I have learned phone etiquette, customer service, computer skills, and handling customers’ needs. I am looking forward to using these skills in my business career after attending college.”

School: Indiana UniversityField of Study: Business

Thomas Joseph HarnerTom Harner of French Lick is the son of Dave and Lisa Harner. At Springs Valley High School he carried a 4.0 GPA while being a four-year letter winner in golf. He also participated in cross country, National Honor Society, and served as class president both his junior and senior years. Harner was employed at French Lick Resort as a cart attendant, golf shop clerk and caddy.

Harner has learned a great deal from working at a golf facility. “In my job as a cart attendant and caddy, I learned how to communicate with others. When I was younger, I was extremely shy. Now I am very talkative and can strike up a conversation with anyone.”

School: Indiana UniversityField of Study: Pre-Med

Samuel Graham CobbSam Cobb from Bedford is the son of Edward and Kelly Cobb, and stepson to JoAnna Cobb.

He graduated first in his class at Bedford North Lawrence High School and was a member of the golf team all four years, qualifying for the state high school golf tournament in 2007. He was active in Student Government, Key Club, Beta Club, and National Honor Society. Cobb worked on the cart staff at Otis Park Golf Course.

The life and work of Ben Hogan inspires him to become the best he can be. “His greatest influence on my life was his tireless work ethic. He grew up in poverty in the worst times this country has ever seen, but through sheer determination he became one of the greatest to ever play the game.”

School: University of EvansvilleField of Study: Mechanical Engineering

Eric David LisakEric Lisak from Valparaiso is the son of David and Barbara Lisak. He played on the golf team all four years at Valparaiso High School and was a member of National Honor Society. Lisak served on the Student Athletic Advisory Committee, participated in Indiana Math League, and played the piano for 13 years. He worked with the outside staff at The Course at Aberdeen.

One of the skills Lisak developed through playing golf is communication. “Growing up playing golf with people who were older than me taught me how to communicate effectively with adults in a respectful manner.”

School: Purdue UniversityField of Study: Business Management and Pre-Law

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Junior Players of the YEARThe Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program Player of the Year accolades are given to one boy and one girl for the Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program as well as the Aquafina Prep Tour and Mountain Dew Junior Tour. The 2009 season did feature one tie for Player of the Year in the Boys Division of the Mountain Dew Junior Tour, in which case, the players were named co-winners. Player of the Year honors are recognized every year at the Hall of Fame Banquet. The 2009 banquet was at Country Club of Indianapolis on November 20.

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Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program Boys Player of the YearPatrick Rodgers, Avon

Rodgers’ 2009 season saw him earn more points from National Junior Golf events than any Indiana player in recent history. His summer included finishing in the top 10 at both the US Junior Championship and the National Junior PGA Championship. At the US Junior Championship, he advanced to the Round of 16 in match play. Inside Indiana, Rodgers finished fifth in stroke play at the Boys State Junior Championship and advanced to the semi-finals in the match play field of 64. He also carded a fifth place finish at the PGA Indiana Open Championship. In addition to those finishes, he also qualified for the US Amateur Championship. Additionally, Rodgers was recently one of 12 boys named to the AJGA Academic All-American roster.

Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Program Girls Player of the YearKatie Sharp, Kendallville

Sharp registered two wins in her 2009 Indiana Golf season, as she was victorious at the Age Group Championship and the Diet Pepsi Masters Tour event at Woodland CC. The win at Woodland, coupled with runner-up finishes at the Tour Championship and Mystic Hills, a third place finish at Rock Hollow and a fourth at Chestnut Hills, helped Sharp run away with the Masters Tour Points Championship. In addition, Sharp placed tied for seventh in stroke play at the Girls State Junior Championship, which qualified her for the Championship Flight. Sharp was also a member of the winning Indiana Girls team at the 2009 Indiana/Kentucky Challenge Cup. This is her second Player of the Year honor - she won the 2007 Aquafina Prep Tour award.

Mountain Dew Junior Tour Boys Players of the Year

Dylan Meyer, EvansvilleColin Proctor, Anderson

Meyer finished his 2009 season with five Mountain Dew Tour wins including Valley View, Wooded View, Vincennes Elks, Christmas Lake and Country Oaks. He also added a runner-up finish at Oak Meadow and third at the Tour Championship. Meyer finished the year first on the Season Points List in his age division. In Championship events, he was runner-up at the Age Group Championship and also qualified for the Boys State Junior Championship where he qualified for match play.

Proctor took home two Mountain Dew Tour victories at Lakes of the Four Seasons and Highland Lake. He added runner-up finishes at Westwood, The Player’s Club and Brookshire and finished fourth at the Tour Championship and Hawk’s Tail. His Tour results helped

him finish third on the Season Points List. In Championship play, Proctor carded a win in his division at the Age Group Championship and qualified for the Boys State Junior Championship, making it to match play. In match play, he was the youngest player in the field remaining as he advanced to the Round of 16.

Mountain Dew Junior Tour Girls Player of the Year

Morgan Nadaline, AndersonNadaline won five events this season, including the Mountain Dew Tour Championship. Her other victories came at Fox Prairie, Willowbrook, Valparaiso CC and Highland Lake. She also had one runner-up finish at Kokomo American Legion. In Championship play, Nadalnie finished runner-up at the Age Group Championship and scored a top 10 finish at the Indiana Section Junior PGA. She also qualified fifth at the Girls State Junior Championship which gained her a berth in the Championship Flight.

Aquafina Prep Tour Boys Player of the YearThomas Lewis, Carmel

Lewis completed his 2009 season winning three tour events at The Dye Course, Cascades and Tipton. He added two runner-up finishes at Round Barn and Crestview to go along with a third place finish at Chippendale. Lewis also scored a victory in his age division at the Age Group Championship.

Aquafina Prep Tour Girls Player of the Year

Claire Cameron, MartinsvilleCameron had five tour wins in her 2009 campaign firing the low round at both Dye Course events, Chippendale, Cascades and Morningstar. She also had a third place finish at the second Cascades event. In Championship play, Cameron finished runner-up in her division at the Age Group Championship.

The Indiana boys and girls continued their dominance in the annual Indiana/Kentucky Junior Challenge Cup held in July, 2009, at Bardstown CC in Bardstown, Kentucky. The Hoosier girls won the cup for the fourth straight year, while the boys extended their streak to five in a row. Both sides held a comfortable lead after the morning four ball matches with the boys leading by eight shots and the girls by seven. Kaylee Imel of Bluffton and Emily Dixon of Zionsville led the ladies in the morning firing seven-under-par 65, while Trey Pfund of Sellersburg and Drew Imel of Bluffton matched them with a 65 of their own. It was more of the same in the afternoon alternate shot format as the ladies extended their lead behind a four-under par 68 from Kristi Cardwell of Kokomo and Carleigh Silvers of Martinsville. The boys repeated their seven shot morning advantage with former Cathedral High School teammates Corey

Ziedonis of Indianapolis and Henry Plager of Carmel shooting seven-under par 65 for the low alternate shot total by three strokes. In the end, the Indiana squads were too much for Kentucky as the girls posted a 408-427 victory and the boys a 544-558 advantage.

INDIANA GIRLSKelsey Benson, Martinsville

Kristi Cardwell, KokomoEmily Dixon, ZionsvilleTaylor Gohn, ColumbusKaylee Imel, Bluffton

Kelly Grassel, ChestertonKatie Sharp, Kendallville

Carleigh Silvers, Martinsville

INDIANA BOYSCurtis Coverstone, SyracuseJake Groninger, Pendleton

Drew Imel, BlufftonAl Jennings, Fort Wayne

Tyler Keith, MarionZach Muench, Greenwood

Trey Pfund, SellersburgHenry Plager, Carmel

Chase Wagner, BedfordBrodie Williams, LapelJacob Yocum, Lafayette

Corey Ziedonis, Indianapolis

The 2009 winners are:

Hoosiers Retain Challenge CupIndiana’s 2009 Victorious

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Junior Championship Review2009 PUMA Hoosier Junior ChampionshipDavid Mills of Evansville and Molly Ward of Indianapolis were victorious at the 2009 PUMA Hoosier Junior Championship at Otter Creek GC in Columbus October 17-18. After fighting through cold and windy conditions on the first day, the final round brought a lengthy start delay, but more favorable conditions for the players.

In the Boys’ division after the first round, Nick Grubnich of Crown Point held a two-shot lead over Mills, Adam Schenk of Vincennes and McCormick Clouser of Bluffton. Through the first nine holes of the final round, Grubnich still found himself ahead of the field with Chase Wagner of Bedford. But Mills was only one back coming off a double bogey at the ninth. Grubnich then caught a string of bogeys on the back nine to take him out of contention. The par-five 14th hole proved to be the turning point in the championship as Mills made birdie to Wagner’s bogey to take a one shot lead that he would never relinquish. Mills finished with birdie on 18 to take home a three-shot victory at six-over par. Wagner and Schenk finished tied for second three shots back.

On the Girls’ side, Sunday began with a tie atop the leaderboard between Ward and Paige Crafton of

Indianapolis. Due to the morning delay, the lead groups of girls started their rounds on number 18, and a par on that first hole gave Ward a one-shot lead that wouldn’t be challenged until late in the round. Ward built as much as a three-shot lead through the first five holes over Crafton and reigning Indiana State Junior champion Taylor Gohn, Columbus, who was charging from the group in front. Ward maintained her lead, until a triple-bogey on the par-four 16th dropped her into a tie for the lead with Gohn heading into their final hole. Ahead of the final pairing, Gohn double-bogeyed the 17th hole, which allowed Ward to make bogey and secure a one-shot victory. Gohn dropped into a tie for second with Crafton and Brooke Beegle of Fortville. The win was the first major victory for Ward in Indiana Golf Foundation events.

Ward is a freshman at Cathedral High School in Indianapolis. Mills is in his senior year at Evansville North High School and has committed to play golf at Indiana University in the Fall.

David Mills

Molly Ward

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Junior Championship ReviewIndiana Boys State Junior Championship

Ben-Marvin Egel of Kokomo won the 84th Indiana Boys State Junior Championship. Egel, the #2 seed, defeated #1 seed Drew Imel, Bluffton 3&2 in the Championship Match. Egel had a quick start to the Championship Match, getting out to an early 3-up lead after four holes. Imel cut the lead to 2-up with a par on #5 and the pair halved the rest of the way out on the front nine. Egel got back to back wins on #10 and #11 to get to 4-up, but hit his second shot into the hazard on #12 allowing Imel to win the hole. Imel, had a chance to get the match back to 2-up on #15, but the players halved the hole and the match ended two holes later on #16. The Championship Match was each player’s eighth round of the week. Egel is in his junior year at Northwestern High School, while Imel now plays for IPFW.

Taylor Gohn of Columbus captured the 59th Girls State Junior Championship at Stonehenge Golf Course in Warsaw June 22-26, 2009. Gohn defefated Kelsey Benson, Martinsville 4&2 in the championship match. Gohn attributed her success for the week on her ability to stay out of trouble. “I tried to play smart and keep the ball in play. I just kept the ball on the course and that’s what you have to do here,” said Gohn. Having started playing the Girls Junior prior to the start of 6th grade, Gohn thought, “someday I wanted to win this tournament before my senior year.” Which she did, as she is now a senior at Columbus North HS. Gohn will begin her college golf career at the University of Missouri in the fall of 2010.

Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf Tour players dominated the Future Collegians World Tour’s Jim McLean Doral Classic February 14-15, 2009. Richard Lamb of South Bend (class of 2009) and Adam Schenk of Vincennes (class of 2010) took first and runner-up positions, respectively, at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa - Great White Course in Miami, Florida. Lamb fired a 70-76=146 and finished two shots ahead of Schenk who carded 74-74=148.

Schenk received Pepsi Junior Program Boys Player of the Year honors in 2008, and Lamb claimed victory at the 2008 Boys State Junior Championship.

Other Indiana competitors included Ryan Grassel from Chesterton and Ben Waits from Newburgh who both tied for 27th position.

Indiana Girls State Junior Championship

Future Collegians World Tour Jim McLean Classic

Taylor Gohn

Adam Schenk

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The Sagamore Club, a Jack Nicklaus-designed course in Noblesville, Ind., will be the site of the 2010 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Championships. The event is scheduled May 18-21. The University of Indianapolis and the Great Lakes Valley Conference, with assistance from Indiana Sports Corporation and the Hamilton County Convention & Visitors Bureau, will host the championship.

The championship includes 108 student-athletes (20 teams of five who qualify in regional play throughout the nation, in addition to the top eight individuals not on those teams). Those 108 student-athletes compete over 72 holes of golf to determine both team and individual champions.

“We are excited to bring our 2010 championships to central Indiana and The Sagamore Club,” said David Sharp, chair of the NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Committee and athletic director at Ouachita Baptist University. “A Nicklaus-designed course measuring nearly 7,200 yards will provide both a tremendous challenge and a great championship experience for our student-athletes.”

This championship announcement is part of Indianapolis’ inclusion in the Championship City pilot program. Indianapolis and Indiana Sports Corp joined five other cities named to the program in September of 2008. The Championship City pilot program will feature multiple host opportunities of NCAA Division I, II and III men’s and women’s championships through 2012. The centerpiece of the Championship City pilot program is a long-term agreement between the NCAA and each host city to bring a wide array of championships and ancillary events to the six geographical areas over the course of several years.

Indianapolis recently hosted the 2009 NCAA Men’s Basketball Regional at Lucas Oil Stadium, and will host the NCAA Men’s Final Four in 2010 and 2015 and the NCAA Women’s Final Four in 2011 and 2016.

“The University of Indianapolis is proud to partner with the Great Lakes Valley Conference, Indiana Sports Corporation and the Hamilton County Convention & Visitors Bureau to host the 2010 Division II Men’s Golf Championships,” said Dr. Sue Willey, University of Indianapolis Director of Athletics. “We look forward to doing everything possible so that we may provide a first-class experience for the competing student-athletes.”

“The Sagamore Club and its members look forward to hosting the Championships,” said Wes Marshall, The Sagamore Club’s Director of Golf. “The course will be a good but fair test of golf and will reward well played shots.”

Sonoma State defeated Cal State University-San Bernardino in a playoff to capture the 2009 team championship at Loomis Trail Golf Club in Blaine, Wash. Western Washington University hosted the 2009 championship.

The Sagamore Club to Host 2010 NCAA Division II Men’s Golf Championship

Former Pepsi Indiana Junior Program member and IWGA player Lyndsay McBride, of Bristol was the 2009 NCAA Division II Women’s Golf Individual Champion. McBride, a member of the University of Indianapolis’s women’s team fired 74-75-72-77=298 at Findlay Country Club in Findlay, Oh., May 13-16 to take the honor. As a team, the Greyhounds captured a tie for third overall, and Kristi Piepenbrink of Greenwood finished in fifth place individually in her last year of eligibility.

McBride Captures DII Title

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Before entering her senior year at South Ripley High School, Lakin Davis enrolled in AP Literature. During the course, she was assigned to do a senior project. As a member of the Pepsi Indiana Junior Golf program, Davis chose to focus her golf interests towards the project and created a fundraiser to benefit the Indiana Golf Foundation. “I thought it

was a great way to say thank you, because the junior golf program is how I got started when I was little. If it wasn’t for this then I don’t know if I would have been introduced to competitive golf,” she stated. When Davis entered high school, South Ripley did not even have a girl’s golf team, but now in her senior year they can fill a five-player roster at a match.

Along with mentor and PGA Professional Todd DeHaven, Davis created a 16-player, scramble-formatted outing at Shadowood Golf Course in Seymour. Between entry fees and mulligan purchases, Davis raised $500 for the Foundation to support junior golf throughout the state.

Just down the road, another member of the Junior Program, Columbus North senior Taylor Gohn, executed a senior project to benefit the Foundation as well. Gohn chose to organize a benefit scramble in the name of Don Herron, the retired assistant golf coach for Columbus North Mens’ golf team. Herron was respected and looked up to by Gohn. With the assistance of mentor Tobi Herron and Greenbelt Golf Course

in Columbus, she attracted hole sponsorships, media promotion, and over 40 players for the October 10, 2009, event and raised $1,805 for the Foundation, donated in Don Herron’s name.

Senior Projects Promote Foundation

New for 2010: Co-Ed Day CampAugust 2-4

We are excited to offer a brand new camp at the Academy in 2010. We want to expand our camp opportuni-ties to young golfers ages 8-13. This 3 day camp will expose golfers to our typical camp experience without the overnight worries.

New for 2010: Co-Ed Day Camp Short Game School $225 May 1-2Parent Child Camp $375 May 22-23Girls High School Teams $175 June 4-5Co-Ed Camp #1 $425 June 6-9Girls Only Session #2 $425 June 13-16FCA Camp $550 June 20-24FCA T.I.P.S. Camp $650 June 26-29Boys Only Session #3 $375 July 6-8Co-Ed Camp Session #4 $425 July 11-14Girls High School Teams $175 July 15-16Co-Ed Camp Session #5 $425 July 18-21Boys Only Camp Session #6 $425 July 25-28Co-Ed Day Camp $150 August 2-4Parent-Child Camp #2 $375 August 7-8

The Indiana Golf Foundation is aware that many junior golfers may have a hard time coming up with the funds to attend a camp like this. We have a scholarship program for eligible juniors to assist with the cost. Typically, the juniors we have come on scholarship are also eligible for the free or reduced lunch program at their schools. If you have other circumstances that you think would warrant our consideration for scholarship assistance, please contact Roger Lundy to submit a scholarship application.

The Gongaware Junior Golf Academy was built to provide a first class teaching facility for junior golfers throughout Indiana and the Midwest. The Academy offers instruction from PGA and LPGA Professionals, led by Director Roger Lundy, PGA, with additional assistance from collegiate golfers and students participating in the PGA’s Professional Golf Management Schools. Academy instructors teach according to the skill level of each student while maintaining a 3-1 student to teacher ratio for full swing instruction and a 4-1 ratio for short game instruction. All students are instructed, play and compete within their own level of play. Our teaching philosophy is to make sure our students understand the fundamentals (grip, set-up, balance, alignment, etc.). We’ll teach them at what ever skill level they bring to camp. We’ll also give them a practice plan that they can take home after camp to keep improving.

Gongaware Junior Golf Academy

Scholarships Available

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Girls Team Foxcliff GC, MartinsvilleJune 8, 2009

17-19

1 *Briana Midkiff & Kate McDougal 742 Carlee Cossell & Kylie Kern 743 Darcy Allman & Brooke Beegle 75T4 Brianna Scheidler & Lakin Davis 78T4 Julia Porter & Alesia Melton 78

15-16

1 *Kaelyn Lingenfelter & Kennedy Windlan 732 Paige Crafton & Katie Sharp 733 Kelsey Smith & Anne Leighty 76T4 Courtnee Cossell & Allison Lindley 79T4 Allyson Hackman & Erin Bane 79T4 Maria Krempp & Allyson Horney 79

13-14

1 Mary Ellen Romero & Alyssa Cook 81

12 & Under

1 Mackenzie Mehaffey & Anna Tucker 452 Angela Kavanaugh & Haylin Harris 493 Amber Kilburn & Emily Motsinger 63

Girls State JuniorStonehenge GC, WarsawJune 22-26, 2009

Final MatchGohn def. Benson - 4 & 2

Semi Final MatchesGohn def. Gleixner - 3 & 1Benson def. Cardwell - 1 up

Quarterfinal MatchesGohn def. Smith by defaultBenson def. Kees - 4 & 3Gleixner def. Patz - 19 holesCardwell def. Davy - 3 & 2

Round 1 MatchesTaylor Gohn def. Kelly Grassel - 5 & 3Kelsey Benson def Morgan Nadaline - 6 & 5Anna Gleixner def. Alesia Melton - 2 & 1Kristi Cardwell def. Kaylee Imel - 3 & 2Mackenzie Smith def. Kennedy Windlan - 19 holesAshley Kees def. Molly Ward - 3 & 2Breanna Patz def. Leah Miller - 6 & 5Brianna Davy def. Katie Sharp - 1 up

First Flight Final MatchKari Bellville def. Amy Thompson - 4 & 3

Second Flight Final MatchErinn Sutton def. Allison Lindley - 3 & 1

Third Flight Final MatchMaggie Willenbrink def. Alyssa Cameron - 7 & 5

Fourth Flight Final MatchJulia Porter def. Brenna Obergfell - 3 & 1

Fifth Flight Final MatchSydney Cox def. Hannah Gore - 4 & 3

Sixth Flight Final MatchLauren McNiece def. Kelsey St. John - 2 up

Age Group Indiana National GC at Swan Lake Resort, PlymouthJuly 2-3, 2009Boys 181 Kyle Grassel 71 73 142 Curtis Coverstone 77 68 1453 Max Kipfer 73 74 147

Boys 171 Matt Spicuzza 76 69 145T2 David Janney 73 74 147T2 Nick Stasil 73 74 147

Boys 16

1 *Andy Gladden 75 75 1502 EJ Tackett 75 75 150T3 Jacob Gould 74 77 151T3 Jackson Stevens 75 76 151T3 Tanner Rabb 71 80 151

Boys 151 Chase Wagner 75 73 148T2 Logan Bertalan 74 76 150T2 Jordan Lenard 76 74 150T2 Zach Muench 75 75 150

Boys 141 Colin Proctor 71 71 1422 Oliver Gibson 74 73 1473 Bobby Jacobs 78 74 152

Boys 131 Adam Wood 73 71 1442 Dylan Meyer 72 73 1453 Nathan Pirtle 78 75 153

Boys 121 Timmy Hildebrand 72 75 147T2 Bond Bixler 78 79 157T2 Zack Carrabine 78 79 157

Boys 111 *Thomas Lewis 72 71 1432 Tyler Green 69 74 1433 Karsten Roudebush 74 71 145

Boys 101 Noah Gillard 77 75 1522 Andrew Wood 82 76 1583 Luke Morrison 82 82 164

Girls 181 Leah Miller 78 76 1542 Allyse Kotso 85 84 1693 Taylor Brown 87 83 170

Girls 171 Maggie Willenbrink 73 78 1512 Amy Thompson 77 78 1553 Brianna Davy 81 75 156

Girls 161 Jaclyn Schindler 78 74 1522 Larren McDonald 79 75 1543 Kylie Kern 81 81 162

Girls 151 Anna Gleixner 80 74 1542 Molly Ward 79 76 155T3 Kennedy Windlan 78 79 157T3 Anne Leighty 81 76 157

Girls 141 Katie Sharp 73 69 1422 Kelly Grassel 81 78 1593 Haley King 81 80 161

Girls 131 Harley Dubsky 79 75 1542 Morgan Nadaline 81 81 1623 Abigail Gleixner 86 84 170

Girls 121 Emily Lewellen 85 81 1662 Rachel Johnson 87 79 1663 Maggie Rees 88 87 175

Girls 111 *Shelby Buckley 95 82 1772 Kovenant Lingenfelter 90 87 1773 Cherise Otter 92 86 178

Girls 101 Haylin Harris 81 81 1622 Claire Cameron 86 86 1723 Natalia Campbell 91 92 183

Indiana Junior PGAHoneywell GC, WabashJuly 7-8, 2009

Boys 16-18T1 Max Bowling 74 67 141T1 Mitch Bellam 72 69 141T1 Tyler Merkel 70 71 141T4 Keagan Scott 73 70 143T4 Connor O’Neal 70 73 1436 Chris Goodyear 75 69 144T7 Luke Brzezinski 73 72 145T7 David Frank 71 74 145T9 Jake Groninger 76 70 146T9 Curtis Coverstone 73 73 146

Boys 13-151 Wil Pahud 72 73 1452 Bobby Jacobs 79 70 1493 Colin Proctor 75 75 1504 Grant Spiritoso 77 74 151T5 William Dixon 79 74 153T5 Zach Muench 75 78 1537 Adam Wood 78 76 1548 Chase Wagner 79 76 1559 Dawson Robinson 79 78 15710 Jordan Griffith 79 79 158

Boys 12 and Under

1 Ian Bailey 362 Joshua Keating 373 Zack Carrabine 394 Tyler Green 405 Riley Rhoades 42T6 Holt Hovde 43T6 Kole Schofield 43T6 Zac Tackett 439 Michael Held 4410 Andrew Wood 45

Girls 16-181 Kaelyn Lingenfelter 74 76 1502 Kelsey Benson 74 78 1523 Jaclyn Schindler 77 77 154T4 Emily Dixon 82 74 156T4 Amy Thompson 80 76 1566 Carlie Gehlhausen 76 81 1577 Ariana Savich 81 77 1588 Lauren Vogt 81 78 1599 Erinn Sutton 81 79 16010 Brianna Scheidler 81 81 162

Girls 13-151 Brooke Beegle 75 72 147T2 Harley Dubsky 75 79 154T2 Kelly Grassel 75 79 154T2 Kari Bellville 73 81 154T5 Morgan Nadaline 79 78 157T5 Mattie Lindner 74 83 1577 Katie Sharp 81 78 1598 Molly Ward 79 83 1629 Julie Traina 81 87 168

Girls 12 and Under

1 *Haylin Harris 41T2 Emily Lewellen 41T2 Carly Waggoner 414 Shelby Buckley 425 Natalia Campbell 496 Angela Kavanaugh 517 Samantha Hatter 528 Kayla Owens 539 Caitie Gehlhausen 5510 Grace Waggoner 83

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Mountain Dew Tour ChampionshipHarrison Hills GC, AtticaJuly 29, 2009

Boys 17-19

1 Kyle Robbins 722 Andrew McCarthy 733 Evan Day 74T4 Tyler Perrott 75T4 Sean Flanagan 75T4 Dave Long 75

Boys 15-16

1 Brandon Bekkering 702 Cole Adams 72T3 Logan Barker 74T3 Austin Winings 745 Oliver Gibson 75

Boys 13-14

1 Jordan Griffith 692 Adam Wood 703 Dylan Meyer 71T4 Colin Proctor 72T4 Chad Phillips 72T4 Nathan Pirtle 72T4 Tim Ahlersmeyer 72

Girls 17-19

1 *Katie Dennis 772 Kelsey Smith 773 Carlie Gehlhausen 784 Kelsea Visalli 795 Kate McDougal 81

Girls 15-16

1 Haley King 77T2 Mattie Lindner 78T2 Mariah Richardson 784 Molly Ward 80T5 Allyson Hackman 81T5 Rachel Welker 81

Girls 13-14

1 Morgan Nadaline 762 Paxton DeHaven 793 Erin Ingram 834 Allison Lindley 845 Kayla Adamson 86

Boys State JuniorKampen Course – Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex, West LafayetteAugust 3-7, 2009

Final MatchEgel def. Imel - 3 & 2

Semi Final MatchesEgel def. Frank - 1 upImel def. Rodgers - 3 & 2

Quarter Final MatchesEgel def. Wegeng - 4 & 3Imel def. Williams - 9 & 7 Frank def. Gasser - 4 & 2Rodgers def. Noel - 2 & 1

Round of 16 MatchesEgel def. Merkel - 1 upImel def. Mueting - 5 & 4Frank def. Abdalla - 4 & 2Rodgers def. Shultz - 7 & 6Wegeng def. Sumrall - 2 upWilliams def. Proctor - 9 & 7Gasser def. O’Neal - 5 & 3Noel def. Yocum - 3 & 2

Round 2 MatchesEgel def. Wood - 4 & 2Imel def. Crawford - 7 & 6

Frank def. Milloy - 5 & 4Rodgers def. Bellam - 5 & 4Wegeng def. Very - 3 & 1Williams def. Lenard - 5 & 3Gasser def. Ostrom - 2 & 1Noel def. Scott - 5 & 4Merkel def. Grubnich - 4 & 3Mueting def. Gibson - 6 & 4Abdalla def. Keith - 1 upShultz def. Jacobs - 8 & 7Sumrall def. Pfund - 4 & 3Proctor def. Groninger - 3 & 2O’Neal def. Eudaly - 1 upYocum def. Koors - 4 & 3

Round 1 MatchesBen-Marvin Egel def. Wil Pahud - 3 & 2Drew Imel def. Andy Webb - 3 & 2David Frank def. Robbie Brown - 19 holesPatrick Rodgers def. Andrew Havill - 5 & 4Andrew Wegeng def. Nick English - 6 & 5Brodie Williams def. Zac Kinch - 2 & 1Joe Gasser def. Nick Stasil - 4 & 3Taylor Noel def. Kyle Bowden - 3 & 2Tyler Merkel def. Austin Winings - 4 & 3Nathan Mueting def. Louis Gleixner - 5 & 4Terek Abdalla def. Jon Finley - 7 & 6Matt Shultz def. Danny Fischesser - 3 & 2Adam Sumrall def. Jordan Gaeta - 2 & 1Colin Proctor def. Zach Muench - 2 & 1Connor O’Neal def. Alex Stinson - 4 & 3Jacob Yocum def. Matt Lynch - 3 & 2Adam Wood def. Dylan Meyer - 20 holesMike Crawford def. Chris Goodyear - 7 & 6Bryan Milloy def. Parker Sheppard - 1 upMitch Bellam def. Henry Plager - 2 & 1Bryce Very def. Max Bowling - 3 & 2Jordan Lenard def. McCormick Clouser - 2 upTyler Ostrom def. Kyle Meihofer - 4 & 3Keagan Scott def. Logan Barker - 4 & 2Nicholas Grubnich def. David Janney - 4 & 2Oliver Gibson def. Curtis Coverstone - 4 & 2Tyler Keith def. Nick Hall - 1 upBobby Jacobs def. Andrew Fogg - 2 & 1Trey Pfund def. Logan Osborne - 1 upJake Groninger def. David Mills - 19 holesBen Eudaly def. Charlie Castino - 3 & 2Robbi Koors def. Josh Teulker - 4 & 3

Boys TeamDye’s Walk CC, GreenwoodAugust 10, 2009

17-19

1 *Cody Risser & Matt Spicuzza 642 Kyle Dickerson & Louis Gleixner 643 Logan Osborne & Tyler Merkel 664 Terek Abdalla & Tyler Evans 68T5 Phillip French & Matt Gehl 72T5 Ryan Grassel & Patrick Herrod 72

15-16

1 Bryce Thompson & Logan Barker 642 Kyle Osting & Zach Muench 69T3 Andrew Fogg & Jackson Stevens 70T3 Spencer King & Ahren Alexander 70T3 Zach Phillips & Jake Groninger 70

13-14

1 Adam Wood & Nathan Pirtle 66T2 Michael Sharp & Jordan Griffith 70T2 David Hildebrand & Timmy Hildebrand 704 Colin Proctor & Bobby Jacobs 755 Zach Seeler & Derek Hettmnsperger 78

Hoosier JuniorOtter Creek GC, ColumbusOctober 17-18, 2009

Boys1 David Mills 75 75 150T2 Chase Wagner 77 76 153T2 Adam Schenk 75 78 153T4 McCormick Clouser 75 79 154T4 Nicholas Grubnich 73 81 1546 Patrick Kundenreich 83 72 155T7 Max Bowling 79 77 156T7 Ryan Grassel 80 76 156T7 Connor O’Neal 80 76 156T10 Terek Abdalla 82 75 157T10 Louis Gleixner 81 76 157

Girls1 Molly Ward 84 83 167T2 Taylor Gohn 88 80 168T2 Paige Crafton 84 84 168T2 Brooke Beegle 85 83 1685 Meghan Perry 85 86 1716 Jaclyn Schindler 90 83 173T7 Kaelyn Lingenfelter 92 82 174T7 Katie Sharp 92 82 174T9 Haley King 91 84 175T9 Mackenzie Smith 89 86 175

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Founders Club ($50,000 & Above)

Don and Patricia GongawareJim and Lois AckermanIndiana Golf AssociationDavid E. SimonIndiana Section PGADon ByrdUnited States Golf Association FoundationThe Legends of IndianaJack and Alice LuptonWilliam H. GoodwinCountry Club of IndianapolisPGA FoundationLilly EndowmentMichael and Mary Ann BrowningJohn W. Anderson FoundationCrooked Stick Golf ClubMeridian Hills Country ClubTheodore B. Boots

Presidents Club ($25,000 - $49,999)

Jeffrey S. GouldTerry W. and Rebecca SmithRichard McCrearyPaul and Judi MarchandDoug and Cathy AdelspergerThomas J. and Sara DuiserIndiana Sports Corporation DBA Youthlinks IndianaJoseph and Marcia LuigsChuck WelterFred and Karen ReamsBoris and Marian MeditchJames and Margi WhiteheadRichard McBroomJames and Patricia WilhelmSM & P Utility Resources, Inc.Ames ShuelThomas BuckEarl and Elizabeth HerrMag Richards

Heritage Club ($10,000 - $24,999)

K. Douglas and Becky CookSteve and Mary BakerLPGAR.E. “Buffy” and Alice MayersteinPatrick and Brenda ConroyTed and Mary Ann SturgesMichael and Elizabeth DavidThomas and Lois DusthimerJim Mikuta Scholarship FundEarl C. YestingsmeierBoyd and Alice HovdeGary and Janet MyersMichael BurksJack and Becky BarberKent and Charlotte FrandsenStephen and Betty Sterrett

The Golf Club of Indiana Classic Golf TournamentJim and Meg IrsayNicholas and Ann-Marie DeetsTimothy and Sandra SacheckTrey and Cheryl HollandMr. Darell E. Zink, Jr.John J. Zachary, Jr.Tom and Bonnie Reilly2007 U.S. Women’s AmateurTed and Cindy BishopMatthew and Janice CohoatCommunity Foundation of Bloomington and Monroe Co.Jerry and Deveta CaplingerBill FoxJoseph Lee CrannellJeff and Nancy GreenbergJim and Sherry FerriellJoe and Tracey PerkinsTony and Leslie AltavillaDarroll and Frances FrenchDean AbplanalpD.P. and Kelly FrenchJohn and Marci DunhamMichael and Margy McCormickPhil HardwickTony and Libby PancakeGreg and Lauri HavillWalter and Janet GrossLee R. FordJames and Barbara CurtisThe Jones Family FoundationT.J.F. Golf, Inc.William MitchellJerry and Georgeann JacksonDenny and Bonnie FordMike and Trish BellGary and Joanne GantTodd and Claire SmithTippecanoe Lake Country ClubMr. Melvin SimonMatt and Jerlyn ShepherdChip and Stefanie EssigKurt and Linda MahrdtJohn MillerCurt and Mary MillerWilliam and Lynda StoopsBill NoltingDoug StewartEdward and Nell PeyronninWadsworth Golf Construction CompanyDavid and Anne KnallRandy and Jenifer FoxworthyChris SmithFriddle Foundation, Inc.David and Jennifer TudorPhil KenneyRobert and Madelyn DyarRon RussJeff MilamPriceWaterhouseCoopers LLPStan BurtonJohn Wright

T & W CorporationNorman Family Charitable FoundationSteve SannerRifkin Family FoundationThomas and Judy RushDavid KirrPete WojtowiczJohn and Pattie WeyreterTony GeorgeRay and Carolyn HumkeTom and Liz CoopriderGreenberg Traurig, LLPEstridge Family Foundation

Legacy Club ($5,000 - $9,999)

Rick HovdeScott and Becky SegerBobick’s Golf, Inc.Jerry and Pat NelsonLori KouryPepsi AmericasBrickyard FoundationJohn Holton, Jr.Tim and Susan FrazierWomen’s Golf Association of Metropolitan IndianapolisC. Harvey BradleyThe John H. Schnatter Family Foundation, Inc.Ronald McDonald House CharitiesA. Wayne Place Charitable TrustHH GreggMickey and Diana PowellShiel Sexton Company Inc.John and Anne SmeltzerStephen and Susan KraabelTom and Suzi ThomeLarry and Linda ZilmSouthern Dunes Golf CourseAnnoymousPottawattomie Country ClubEd EspeyTom ShepherdLarry and Marcia DavidsonLarry and Joan NicoletJay and Liz GehlRichard and Chrisoula RifkinDale and Susan BarrettIndiana State Seniors Golf AssociationBill and Janet DanielsDavid and Kasi HornbackIndiana Women’s Golf AssociationKeith and Dawn BrattonMac FritzMrs. Gwendolyn TierneyFrank and Nancy RussellRichard and Kanda RinkStephen A. StitleStephen H. SimonJohn and Janice McCarrollThe Warren Golf Course at Notre DameThree Amigos Foundation

Indianapolis Colts, IncBill and Cathy SchumakerEli LillyFred RamserVictoria National GCFriedman Cup Memorial Golf TournamentBill LesterEugene Pullium

The Gatekeepers Society Steve and Mary BakerDoug and Cathy AdelspergerTed and Mary Ann SturgesGary and Joanne GantPaul and Judy MarchandLee CrannellR.E. “Buffy” and Alice MayersteinRandy and Jenifer FoxworthySteve and Betty SterrettKurt and Linda MahrdtWilliam MitchellJack ZacharyEarl C. YestingsmeierMatt and Janice CohoatBoyd and Alice HovdeRichard McBroomLee FordJames and Barbara CurtisSteve Sanner and Jiffy LubeDr. Robert and Madelyn DyarTony and Libby PancakePhil HardwickRichard McCrearyJim and Sherry FerriellTerry and Rebecca SmithThomas and Lois DusthimerPhil and Kelly FrenchDarroll and Frances FrenchTed and Cindy BishopDenny and Bonnie FordEdward and Nell PeyronninDr. Jeff and Mrs. Nancy GreenbergDaniel and Judith CarmichaelTimothy and Sandra SacheckJeff Gould, in memory of Herbert Kulwin Jeff Gould, in memory of my father, Robert Gould John and Marci DunhamRon RussTony and Leslie AltavillaTrey and Cheryl HollandKent and Charlotte FrandsenDavid and Jennifer TudorWalter and Janet GrossDarrell E. Zink, Jr.Jeff MilamJames and Margi WhiteheadPriceWaterhouseCoopers, LLP Tom and Bonnie ReillyJoe and Marcia LuigsMike and Betsy David

Indiana Golf Foundation Annual Donor List

$2,500 - $4,999Denny and Siobhan DennisEd and Joan KnychPete and Alice DyePeter and Jane SmithK.B. WilsonRobert and Patricia KruseJames and Jere SturgesClay United Methodist ChurchShirley DavidThe Community Foundation of Jackson CountyJames CasselDavid and Ann WindleyThomas and Celeste BrodnikJulie M. CarmichaelWalter E. ArmstrongBrian and Margot PahudDavid KlapperPaul and Sara NashMark InmanJames and Nancy KenneyTodd and Jennie Firestone

$1,000 - $2,499Jeffry LockwoodBart PowellGerald and Phyllis SchreiberDr. William ShonkPhilip and Susan NicelyTed SmithRobert D. LeeRobert and Melody GrandPhil and Jimita PotterCyndi and Jake DlugoszMBAH InsuranceGarry NelsonMichael and Deb BechtolJoseph and Karen GlaserRichard and Susan MeachamJulian and Joan PiercefieldTaylor GohnDaniel and Luci RossThomas and Rita KoernerCurtis and Judith SimicRandall and Kay StollMichael and Ann ArnoldDr. Phillip G. MosbaughRoger and Denise LundyHarold and Jane Atkins

Howard GraningerDon and Sondra DickenFred and Helen KeplerTed and Deborah LillyDavid and Marcia ClaerboutRichard FrenchMatt and Marie BrookshireCharles BurrisDavid and Lindsey FlahertyMark and Sherry ThomasHarrison Smitson, Jr.Kenneth AppelEdward and Judy DeiwertRandolph and Beth SegerSally PeacockKent and Edna KaepplerLance SambolJared and Tracy FrederickErnest AdamsLarry and Judy BiancoMax and Phyllis HinkleMike AbdallaTom BriereTom and Melissa GuipeNational City BankRichard and Karen RobertsSycamore Hills Golf Club, LLC

$250 - $999Denny and Cindy HeplerRobert ElzerDonald and Theresa GundenJoanne KubeschRichard and Karen MillsJoseph BorinsteinBrian and Jeanne TennysonA.B. and Nancy WrightA. Frank GleavesMark and Jean RamserMichael ShinnWinfield and Nancy PadgettDonna and Eric PedersenWade and Phyllis RademacherWilliam D. McEvoyBrian C. RismillerKenneth RunkelJeffery and Karen SheetsLarry ThomasAlbert and Ronda CassadyLloyd and Julie McGlincyJ. William FerreeDr. Jimmie BalesThomas and Caryl BowersRebecca DeHart

Ryan and Carrie FordJohn and Pamela MessnerForrest and Frances EnglishScott and Leslie GoodyearThomas and Margaret MeeksJohn and Sandra CarmichaelBrian and Julie GodfreyJ.D. HullMr. Luke and Sally KenleyDr. Raymond W. Nicholson, Jr.James RineLarry GlazeMr. Jack Harris IIMichael KlaboughNick and Meredith MarucciRodney and Annette McMullenRonald and Maurine SmithDouglas and Diane SpauldingThe Bridgewater ClubGerald and Barbara TrolzDonnavan HowardJames and Sydney SuiterJulia LacyRay GoddardDuane and Wendy BorcherdingTom and Suzanna Maled

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Mr. Bill Blanks and Ms. Sue A. PuffBen and Carmen BromleyPaul BueningJim and Christina DahlRobert and Francie HindsTom HoskingMaury HurwichBrian and Tammy JonesCollin ShipmanE.G. and Sharon WhiteChristopher and Dana WrightDonald SambolRoger and Deborah BroderickKent and Alice WilliamsLewis HobsonKeith and Teresa SmithMary GynnThomas and Kathryn LeslieWilliam and Sandra PaddackCharles VaughanJames and Karla AtkinsDoug GardDavid and Jean FronekMark and Anne JesterGarry and Patti PrattDavid and Kathy EnglishSteve and Joyce PaquinRobert PassanderJeff and Susan WoodringRobert FoistEric and Jan FredbeckJeffrey and Ruth FranzRobert and Emily ThackerGilmore AbplanalpRaul AmezcuaMike ArcoChad and Angie BaileyDoug CareyRonald and Marjorie CarmichaelMr. David B. CharlesJames A. CheaneyLakin DavisMrs. Irma FriedmanSteven W. JonesGregory E. LawsonNancy LiaceMr. Leon MordohPreferred IndianapolisMr. Gary P. RyanTom and Christine VujovichCatherine NordholmRichard and Cynthia PeckGary and Katrina SolgereJames and Beverly CristeeJohn WallaceBruce SchenkerBruce and Elizabeth BurchThomas E. CrandallHenry EhlebrachtJoyce C. JohnsonGarry and Cheryl KleerJohn and Christine LewisLumberjack Medical, Inc.Mr. Raymond E. McCaslinMichael NygrenBlair VandivierWayne MahnMark FineFleurette M. BenckartJohn A. Lowenstine, C.P.A.Robert and Danielle SpaceyGradex, Inc.Dale and Sheryl ConleyJimmy CohoatRobert DaughertyMartin and Rene GagnierChad M. HannahJames D HatfieldMarion HaugheyJon and Mary KelleySean and Julie MilloySam and Mia MontgomeryStephen M. NewmanLawrence PowersNick RogersRandy RuhlJohn RussoThomas G. Slama, M.D.Jay G. SmithJoseph C. TrimblePaul and Julie WagnerC. William and Susan AllenSusan St. JohnJoseph and Loran SteinmetzDan and Lisa HamptonTerrence and Patrizia BeasleyChuck and Betty LambEarl B. PulseWilliam and Sandra TurnbullC. Christopher and Janet BrandtDavid DaltonJim and Marilyn McCormickTroy BaughmanJackie and Warren HauckLou JenkinsThad and Paige MillerEdith MillikanGregory and Teena O’ConnorRodney and Sherry RichardsonMeredith StinesCharles and Kim WelkerJohn and Janet ArnoldGeoffrey C. BurnsJohn and Amy GriffinBrent and Linda HartmanWilliam Hodes and Constance S. HepburnJohn G. GiolittoClayton and Dorothy BrowerEdwin and Esther Ksiezopolski

Rolando DirindinMarvin and Eileen HansonAnthony and Carol Ann ClecakThomas and Sally KeithJohn and Virginia SparksDouglas and Andrea BanningEnos S. BurkhartFred ColemanJames and Martha FlickingerJames and Mary Jane GallagherGlobe Asphalt Paving Co, Inc.Mrs. Linda Y. HammellJames and Marsha HicksSteven KirshWill LudwigSumio and Emiko MorimotoJames RowenRobert and Sandra ImelBrent L. ChanleyBruce and Dorothy DavisTom KennedyRoberta McCormickJ. William Sibbitt, Jr.Raymond and Diane GilesRobert NeedyRichard C. RamsayJon and Theresa StutzScott and Jill EhnesChristopher and Deborah PruettDennis and Constance DwyerBrian and Corinne KingWilliam StoutAndrew FeakinsDavid and Dustina HendricksonBruce and Karen OliverDave and Heather PughRobert and Tanna WrightKyle and Dianna BloomDouglas and Vicki BoothBoys and Girls Club AuxiliaryGerald ClancyChris ConoleyBrett CouchJohn N. Crawford, M.D.J. David and Jeaninne CriswellAndrew DetherageF. Dwain DickersonDuke RealtyEvansville Country ClubGreg FreemanMichelle L. GerbasichCharles and Linnda GrimesJack HammondThomas HovanecSean JonesDaniel J. LanceLarry and Trudy MarkosDr. Bill MasonKameron H. McQuayTina NhamJosh PlankJason L. Redden, Jr.Matt SchererDr. Matt SteinerChristopher StreitJohn and Kathleen StretchJohn SweeneyWilliam and Nancy WestKenneth J. Yerkes

$101 - $249David and Glenda ThomasSusan F. BottorffEdward and Sandra JonesMarilou MaroszMichael McCaslinDoug and Lisa SchnickR. Steven CoxAshely and Ted DavidsonForrest EllisLeo FarrellAndrew and Lynne KelleyAndrew and Donna MasonTerry D. MasonAlbin and Barbara SzewczykDaniel and Deborah ConkleThomas and Mary GorselineRobert VerniaChad and Renae CockerhamFrank and Mary Ellen IvancicBruce and Patricia MonsonCraig MundellRick and Kimberly SharpRobert StephensSteven and Leslie FivelJim AnthonyAdvantage GolfJames and Carol BasneyNancy J. BootsKyle and Natalie BrinkerTom BrownClark and Joan ByrumThomas and Barbara CobleScott DennettBradley EastmanBrenda and Kenneth EricksonBruce FolandDavid GaylorLinda S. GrimmMr. Robert E. HallGerald T. HalpinRichard L. HaugDan HerwigCary HiersNed B. Hornback, M.D.Doug KeaMark and Marabeth LevettJack MillerTimothy and Dee Ann Muench

Frank OreoviczWilliam E. Paul, D.D.S.Lionell PhillipsChris and Jennifer PoteeDr. Kirk RipleyThomas RisenJeffrey L. RohrerSteve ScattaregiaJim and Carol SkillmanRobert and Sharon StachowiakMerle StrongRobert C. ThompsonGary TichenorDavid and Peggy TrenknerBrian and Marisa WalkerChris and Traci WarrenRobert W. WheelerGregory T. WilsonPaul and Karen WilsonDavid YeleyArch WiltshireJohn and Karen CollissonDr. William A. Kunkel IIIChris and Sandra ThuerKeith ClarkGary and Mary ErdyTony and Carol GentryDavid HeatonBryce HigginbottomDavid and Michele HowardJerry and Jayne OusleyJack and Marcia TalbertPatricia and W. Dean CoxJack and Jacquelyn HendricksAllen and Pam HiteLouis and Betty KrueperJoseph D. CalderonAmos and Uyvonna HayesSteven NordGordon and Elaine RainsL. Kathleen WegenerWilliam and Donna BonifieldH. William and Donna SwigartJohn McNattJay ArcherJoel and Jacquie BaumgardnerAndy and Betty ButterbaughTheodore and Kimberly DickmanTodd and Marie IrwinAhmad and Joanne KashaniDr. Joni KluthKyle KolarzMichael T. KuhfeldJohn and Mary Ann LacyTerence W. ManleyJames and Catherine McFarlandDonald and Katrina McKinneyJohn and Constance McLachlanMidwest Tile & InteriorsNick’s Golf CenterBrian W. PhillipsDavid and Kim RobinsonSteven Rogers, Jr.Tom SchneiderNettie SenterRonald and Mary Patricia SharpeAlfred and Doris TassaroPatrick R. WhitePaul AltherrFred MathiasJack C. MayhughNancy NicelyJohn R. BurtonJohn and Kathleen ClarkeJohn and Sue GrayAnthony C. LazzaraCharles Mong IVLarry and Cheryl StillsonKeith and Debra WellsRodney and Sarah ColeKathleen and Ronald SchutzChris EckerleJohn and Jane Ann StroupRonald and Jill TerrellDonald J. WahleJohn and Barbara FitzgeraldCarl and Linda FowlerMr. Matt FunkhouserRobert and Barbara GasserJohn and Mary GausKenneth HamiltonHarry and Margaret HornJacqueline and James JacobAmber LindgrenThomas and Ruth Anne NunamakerThomas SchulzDarwin and Cheryl ScottLucius and Elizabeth HamiltonRich BrownJohn R. Buchanan III

Up to $100Charles and Cheryl AndersonJanet E. ArnoldGregory and Jan BabcockRandall J. BertalanJames M. Burkhart, D.D.S.Paul CannaleyMyron and Arlana ClarkAndrew and Sheryl ClassDale and Mary ConradSteve and Karen DavenportKenneth and Ann DaytonMelinda B. DosterDonald and Kathleen DunbarKenneth and Anne EconomouSusan and Scott FancherDavid and Sandra FinkJoe E. Forgey, D.D.S.

Constance and L.L. FrankBrian GarrettDr. and Mrs. Brent T. GarrisonTom and Julie GeorgeMark E. GleixnerMichael and Jane GreenJamie S. Griffiths and Danielle Griffiths-RoudebushJames and Karen HartWilliam and Rosemary HausdoerfferJoel and Angela HettmanspergerJack G. HittleIndiana Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates, Inc.Joel and Karen KirbyJacques and Diane Le FevrePaul S. LonerThomas and Mary LowePatsy MaikranzMichael and Patricia McNarneyJ. Kenneth MertenCarol A. MoylesJess and Jacqueline NeelyThomas and Mary Lou NoltingJeannine A. OrenChad PenmanRobert and Susan PetersDean PrangeDavid and Tamra ReddenRobert and Mary Debora RosenfeldSagamore Club Women’s Golf LeagueBrian SaineKevin and Kristie SandorThomas and Sondra SheehanDeborah L. SibbittRichard H. StackhouseStony Creek Elementary PTOLarry and Julie SuttonKurt D. Van Winkle, D.D.S., M.S.D.William WattsHoward and Ann WiardaDouglas and Julia WidmanBrent WillsMelissa A. DayAshby DrummondMyron and Sheri ElDonald and Irene LangeKyle and Elsa LundyPeter and Bonita MeyerMr. Edgar RaberScott and Sandy SchusterDavid and Mary ScudderKelsey L. SmithArrowhead GCBert and Kathy BonnellBruce and Sandra GregoryJoshua and Jennifer HireLeon E. JonesCharles T. StevensRichard and Lori BadryDr. Philip C. BorstJohn and Jeane BurnetteChristopher and Lynn FinkRonald and Doris LuellenJon and Barbara RondotDr. Terry P. SilkeRichard VeletaMerrilyn BassJoe GrahnJohn GrimmerTimothy and Kimberly LangkilJack and Joan LawrenceSteve Shields, D.D.S.James and Ellen BarrDale and Kathryn CraftonE. Paul DavisRobert and Susan GalyenMichael McCreightDouglas and Christine McKibbenJoseph MilliganJonathan and Jane PrasseDavid WachtelAmy L. WilliamsJames PorterNancy and Randy RacineNorlin RueschhoffDon SartinoA. W. ArdizoneJack L. ArneyMichael BallJay BarberioGary D. BarnettDavid and Deborah BastinIke and Sarah BatalisYolonda D. BeerbrinkMark R. BoydSandy M. BrownRussell and Rosann CampbellKaren ChapmanHarry and Patricia CloreWillis and Penny ConnerJohn and Kathleen CroneAngelo and Debra CurmaciT.E. and Kathryn DemaraisAllen and Roxann EgilmezThomas and Tiffany EllefsonWilliam and Connie GarrettKevin GleasonLinda M. GodbyRonda R. GoodspeedRob and Wendy GoshertJames and Phyllis GreenGeorge and Catherine HahnCharles and Barbara HarkerFrank and Ruthann HoffmanBarbara E. HoltzlanderHarold and Nancy HunterLynnette A. HustedAndrew and Linda IllyesJohn G. Karas

Richard and Heidi KarstMark and Kathryn LaeschCynthia H. LaGrangeFrederick and Cathy LalleyFrank and Sandra LearnedSonia J. LeerkampLynn and Pamela LehmanRaymond and Julie LewandowskiMichael and Patricia LewisSamuel LowerScott Thompson and Colleen McArtorRodney and Jayme McComasDon and Suzanne McMahonDavid and Lynn MilburnCharles and Katherine MillerRobert D. MooreLee R. Morrow, Jr.Douglas and Ann MoyerGregory and Anita MurrayNoblesville Athletic DepartmentAllie PancakeT.J. PancakeDennis and Susan PippengerThomas PolaskiAnthony and Michelle PolizzottoThomas L. Prather, D.D.S.Walter and Patricia PulleyRichard and Marilyn ReeseJames and Jean ReifenbergResmer Orthodontics, LLCRick’s Auten Road Phillips 66, Inc.Ali RifkinCyndi A. SampsonEdward and Donna SchmidtBrian SchuetterRichard W. SharpDaniel and Janyce SmithDeborah L. SmogorSteven and Luann SnyderSusan SpickelmierCharles and Marjorie SpiegelJohn and Cheryl StitesMary SuskiKyle A. ThompsonRobert and Marietta TornowSamuel and Lisa TrainaHeather L. TroudtDavid and Deborah TuttleEugene and Suzanne Van StoneElizabeth D. VenitBrent and Christina WhiteGary and Patricia WhiteBrett and Sheena WidnerMary Pat WilliamsMark WinskiDonald and Gail YandlCharlene ZacharyJustin and Colleen AdamsDonald BarnettCatherine and Bryan MillsEleanor S. WildmanMichael ZingaTyler GreeneJohn AndrewsPatrick J. BayleyWilliam and Susan CrandallRobert J. FritschAndy HamptonYuriko and Karin HansenTerry J. HardenCarolyn HibbelnMichael R. KendallAlbert and Nobue KoenigJoe Dale OwensAnabelle PancakeTrent PancakeRick and Stacy ReidDaniel P. Roland, Ph.D.Joe ScottDavid and Deborah St. JohnBud WaltherDavid M. WilhelmRonnie and Janet BennettRobert and Mary Louise BollerFrederick and Mary BrookwellGregory and Sheila BrophyJames and Robin BuchenbergerMargaret ChampleyWayne and Mary CollinsOrin G. CompteWilliam and Katsuyo CookJim and Julie CraskGalen and Cheryl DaleJeff and Gina DavisDouglas and Patricia DayJohn and Susan DouthitMr. and Mrs. Gordon S. FloreyBrian FlynnVirginia C. ForcinaRichard and Denise GarrettNicholas and Yvonne GreenbaunRobert and Paula HeuchanMiyuki HughesGreg and Susan KingKeith and Margo LaGoreWard and Norma McCartyWilliam and Nancy McNultyThomas and Jane MerrillRick and Maureen MillerGordon and Mary MixdorfPaul NelsonRobert and Linda NicholsonGerald and Joyce PooreLinda J. SackettDonald and Lynn SchmidJoshua StrychalskiRandy Moyles and Laura L. TownsendJoel UrwinBill and Debra WilliamsBarbara A. Wolanin

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The Pete Dye Course at French Lick

•BestNewPublicCourseinAmerica2009-Golf Digest

•BestNewCourseoftheYear2009-Golf Magazine

•RatedintheTop25AmericanResortCourses2009-Golfweek Magazine

•OneofAmerica’smostchallengingcourses

The Donald Ross Course at French Lick

•RatedintheTop75AmericanResortCourses2009-Golfweek Magazine

•RunnerupBestGolfCourseRestoration2007-Golf Digest & Golf Inc. Magazines

•Hostofthe1924PGAChampionshipand1959&1960LPGAChampionships

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ThePeteDye&DonaldRossCoursesaretheproudhostsitesforthePGAProfessionalNationalChampionshipJune27-30,2010.

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