Alexa Stirling-Fraser
Alexa Stirling Fraser – The Empress of Golf “ Alexa Stirling Defeats Bobby Jones,” would have made a great headline. When Alexa Stirling was twelve years old (in 1908), she defeated six-year-old Bobby Jones in …[More]
Golf
Opening Drive September 2021 – The Gifts of Golf
Over 25 years of Flagstick we have shared many stories, featured profiles on hundreds of people, and encountered thousands of golfers along the way. A slim few have reached the heights of the sport, making …[More]
Golf Education: Effects of A Headwind Versus A Tailwind
Now that Fall has arrived and we still want to play some golf, we all need to adapt our games as the weather changes. This time of year brings with it higher winds than normal, …[More]
Flagstick Magazine – September 2021
Well, the anniversary season continues and we are quite fortunate to have some really exciting things happening throughout the region this year. One of those very big events has been the creation and announcement of …[More]
613 Golfer Podcast Episode 15 – Two Students Trying To Make A Difference For Those Less Fortunate
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]
613 Golfer Podcast Episode 14 – Remembering A Great Friend…Dave Mills
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]
613 Golfer Podcast Episode 13 – Getting Into The Mind Of A Rules Official With Rich McLean
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]
2021 CP Women’s Open Cancelled
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]
Flagstick Magazine – May 2021
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]
Golf Ontario Seeking Tournament Operations Assistant
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]
613 Golfer Podcast Episode 11 – Taking It Full Circle With Prescott GC GM Steve Martineau
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]
Ontario Stay-At-Home Order Extended; No Golf Until At Least June 2
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]
TeeTalk Podcast Ep. #114 – Marty Jertson, PING, V.P. Fitting and Performance
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]
Former Canadian Idol Finalist Expresses His Plea To Golf In Ontario Through Song
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]
On The Thompson Trail– Publicly Accessible Stanley Thompson Courses In Ontario
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]
Another Digital Annual General Meeting for the Ottawa Valley Golf Association
/ 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]
Ontario Government Closes Golf Courses
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]
Links & Lagers: Pairing Up Breweries & Golf Courses in Eastern Ontario
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]
Golf Fitness by SwingFit: Yoga For Golfers – Dynamic Warm Up Routine
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]
613 Golfer Podcast Episode 5 – Talking Golf Simulators with Golf Sim Guru, Andy McWilliams
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]