Well it is in full force now…the golf tournament season that is! On this episode of the 613 Golfer I take a look back over the past 4-5 days at some of the event that …[More]
Not every episode of the 613 Golfer Podcast is filled from start to finish with happy news about golf throughout the region. From time to time some news has to be shared that is a …[More]
In this episode of 613 Golfer Podcast I switched gears a bit from memories of Flagstick, interviews with Golf Pros and Course Managers to in my opinion one the hidden heroes of competitive golf…the Rules …[More]
VANCOUVER – Due to logistical challenges and continued border restrictions related to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Golf Canada, title sponsor Canadian Pacific (CP), and the LPGA Tour have announced that the 2021 CP Women’s Open, scheduled …[More]
After a frustrating, seemingly long wait, golf has finally re-opened and the golf population has returned to the courses, filling tee sheets all over the region. This is great news for the industry and great …[More]
Love golf? Looking for a summer position that immerses you in golf events? If so, Golf Ontario says they are looking to hire a Tournament Operations Assistant for 2021. “This position is intended for college/university …[More]
My own journey started the way I envisioned it but I certainly didn’t follow the path I thought I would. However, I ended up doing exactly what I wanted to do. In the case of …[More]
It was not the news many golfers wanted to hear but it was not unexpected. On Thursday the Government of Ontario announced that the stay-at-home order related to the Covid-19 Pandemic. In a related release …[More]
Another busy week in golf. Rory and Ariya return to winning and come up during our review of ‘The Week That Was’ as we hand out our Birdies, Pars, Bogies and Honourable Mentions for the …[More]
With golf among the activities currently restricted by the Ontario Government during the current Stay-At-Home order there is plenty of uproar on social media from golf industry members and golfers alike. But few have expressed …[More]
Golfers who do not belong to the world of private club golf are painfully aware that often some of the best course designs are not available for everyone to play. But sometimes they are. In …[More]
/ Joe McLean For the second year in a row, because of COVID 19, the Ottawa Valley Golf Association (OVGA) held their 2021 Annual General Meeting by video conference. With over twenty OVGA Member Clubs …[More]
Unfortunate and disappointing news in Ontario today for the very vibrant golf industry. Additional restrictions to more industries were announced by the Ontario Government Friday afternoon in their battle to reduce the spread of COVID-19. …[More]
In the 1990s, the golf scene in Eastern Ontario was at its zenith. At that point there were some 170 golf courses within a 2 hour drive of the National Capital. Since then the golf …[More]
With Evan Bett, SwingFit Golf Golf is an athletic sport that is both physically and mentally demanding. A regular yoga practice improves flexibility, muscular strength, and mobility. Yoga incorporates deep breathing to relax the mind …[More]
Just as we thought golf courses were going to be openings in masses this holiday weekend we get the “snow arriving” weather forecast. That said, who cares…there are plenty of driving ranges open for business …[More]
Now that golf courses are finally opening and golfers throughout the 613 are flocking to the open driving ranges to get ready for their first rounds of the year, the 613 Golfer Podcast is beginning …[More]
One of the most requested pieces of information for golfers in the National Capital Region has arrived. The Ottawa Valley Golf Association (OVGA) has released a preliminary tournament schedule for 2021. The tournament season gets …[More]
It is always exciting to create something new and while golf podcasts certainly aren’t new to Flagstick (TEETALK Podcast with Scott & Stefan is in its 3rd year)…this one is a bit different. Getting back …[More]
Launched eleven years ago, Kickstarter has become an incubator for entrepreneurs. The worldwide crowdfunding site has been a boon for dreamers looking to make their visions come to life. That includes those in the realm …[More]
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