Brooke Henderson Shares 6th in Texas
Brooke Henderson is having yet another strong week on the LPGA Tour. Riding a massive streak of top ten finishes, the 5th ranked player in the world is hoping to reach the top of the …[More]
April 2016
Connelly Leads Way As Four Canadians Earn Mackenzie Tour Status
While a Californian took took top honours in his home state at the Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR USA West Qualifying that concluded on Friday, four Canadian players earn some status on the TOUR. John …[More]
Chin Up At Mackenzie Tour Q-School
Temecula, California’s John Chin shot a 6-under 66 on Thursday at Carlton Oaks Country Club to take the 54-hole lead at Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR Canada qualifying school. The 29-year old rebounded from bogeys …[More]
History Walk – Golf Before 1900 In Ottawa Valley/Outaouais/Kingston
In 2000 Flagstick published a 8500 word article by Editor Scott MacLeod about golf in the magazine’s coverage region, noting highlights from just over a century of golf in the region of Ottawa, the Ottawa …[More]
Brooke Gets Her Gold Putter From PING (New Video)
In March we reported on the presentation of a gold putter to Brooke Henderson by PING CEO and Chairman John Solheim On March 10th the 18 year-old from Smiths Falls was presented with a golden rendition …[More]
Product Watch – Titleist 816 H2 Hybrid
This high launching model of the new 816 hybrids (the H1 is the other), the H2 delivers an easy to use club that integrates nicely within your set, replacing longer irons. The softer gray finish lends itself …[More]
Hit More Little Shots To Hit Better Full Shots
by Kevin Haime, 2000 PGA of Canada Teacher of The Year (Kevin Haime Golf Centre) If you want to play better, more consistent golf, stop trying to hit the ball farther. Golfers are obsessed with …[More]
Blick Leads The Way At Mackenzie Tour Qualifying
Cody Blick shared the lead through the first round of the USA West Qualifying school for the Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR Canada; now it is all his through 36 holes. The Californian turned in a 69 …[More]
Four Canadians In Contention For Status At Mackenzie Tour Qualifying
The third of four 2016 Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR Canada qualifying tournaments is underway in California. After round one four Canadians, Jae Yong Kim (T3/68), Austin Connelly (T19/72), Luke Ovenden (T19/72), Andrew Ledger (T32/73) are inside …[More]
Golf Travel: Fayetteville Rising
The eastern flank of North Carolina’s famed golfing Sandhills provides ideal conditions for golf’s greatest architects to sculpt and refine their masterpieces. FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (April 2016) — Fayetteville’s military ties and down home atmosphere extend …[More]
CWGI Hosts Member Appreciation Reception
Flagstick.com caught up with CWGI President Donna Sullivan at the 2016 Canadian Women Golfers Inc. Member Appreciation reception held at the RA Centre on Riverside Drive in Ottawa on April 20th. We asked Donna to …[More]
The Canadian Tour Wrap – The Weekend In Golf
It was a strong weekend for Canadians on the professional golf tours. Hearn Surges On The PGA TOUR Charley Hoffman sank a huge birdie on the final hole to win the Valero Texas Open in …[More]
Major Agreement Highlights Ottawa Valley Golf Association AGM
The Ottawa Valley Golf Association (OVGA) held their Annual General Meeting at the Rivermead Golf Club on Saturday, April 23rd for Club representatives from OVGA Member Clubs and there is ample news to report. Of …[More]
Brad Fritsch Takes Solo Lead In Mexico; Brooke Henderson Shares 4th On LPGA
It could be a very big Sunday for a couple golf pros from Eastern Ontario. Brad Fritsch leads on the Web.com Tour while Brooke Henderson is tied for 4th on the LPGA tour. (Of note, …[More]
Late Birdies Turn Things Around For Brooke Henderson
An less-than average day got a lot better for Brooke Henderson on Friday at the LPGA Swinging Skirts in San Francisco. She had opened play for the week at 71 (-1) and was looking to …[More]
Brad Fritsch Adds A 65 In Mexico As He Chases Back-To-Back Wins
A score of 66 in round one of the Web.com Tour El Bosque Championship on Thursday was good for Brad Fritsch; it had him in a share of second place. But the top of the leaderboard …[More]
Fritsch In The Hunt Again On Web.com Tour; Opens With 66
Just over a week ago Brad Fritsch earned his first win on the Web.com Tour by topping the field in Colombia. After an off-week for the TOUR he is showing his game is still in …[More]
Talking Golf Travel With T.J. Rule Of Golf Away Tours (Video)
Anybody who has planned a golf trip knows that it can be a complicated process. When you’re spending your hard-earned money, and maybe travelling to a place for a one-in-a-lifetime experience, you want to get it …[More]
Product Watch: Jones ALL-Weather Stand Bag
If you don’t want to look like every other golfer on the course this limited edition model from classic bag maker Jones Golf Bags is a selection you might appreciate. Crafted by players who golf …[More]
Austin James Wins NCAA Big South Conference Championship
After a consistent season that saw him earn seven top ten finishes, and rolling on the heels of three top three finishes, Bath, Ontario’s Austin James finally got to the top of the pile. The …[More]