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Golf Guide: Alaska trip capped Charbonneaus' 50-state tour
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Admittedly, Ballston Spa Country Club members Bob and Ginny Charbonneau are not the best golfers in the world, but they may be among the most well-traveled.
Golf Guide: McGregor Links to host state junior tournament
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The New York State Junior Championship at McGregor Links Country Club — the only state-wide event held in the Capital Region this year — highlights a busy local junior golf schedule.
Golf Guide: Getting lessons the best way to improve your game
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Golf instruction is available in many different modes these days, including videos, the Internet, magazines and/or books, but the best way for the average player to learn the game or improve to another level is to seek the advice of a professional.
COLONIE
Golf Guide: NENYPGA moves headquarters to Colonie
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The Northeastern New York PGA has a new home.
Golf Guide: EWGA recognized for contributions to golf
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The Executive Women’s Golf Association has come a long way.
Golf Guide: Golfers frequently overlook warming up, fitness
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Although ball and club do meet rather violently from time to time, golf is not considered a contact sport.
Golf Guide: ENYGA tournaments still the best deal in town
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The best deal in town, especially for the 50-and-over set, is the Eastern New York Golf Association.
Golf Guide: Mellet put together stellar 2010 season
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Like most professional athletes, golfers often peak in their late 20s or early 30s.
Don’t tell that to veteran Colonie Golf & Country Club head pro Frank Mellet.
Don’t tell that to veteran Colonie Golf & Country Club head pro Frank Mellet.
SARATOGA SPRINGS
Golf Guide: Spa State Park course has become user-friendly
Saturday, April 9, 2011
What you will notice at Saratoga Spa State Park Golf Course is that the 18-hole championship course is dramatically more playable than it was as recently as five years ago.
SCHENECTADY
Golf Guide: Morgan can spin a tale, and smack a ball
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Former pro baseball player Harry Morgan is not only one of the most familiar faces at Schenectady Municipal Golf Course, but he is also a constant presence on major area tournament leaderboards, despite the fact that he is 72 years old.
GLOVERSVILLE
Golf Guide: Don't let Holland Meadows' length fool you
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Short on yards, the course at Holland Meadows avoids being short on challenges.
COLONIE
Golf Guide: With unique 36-hole layout, Town of Colonie a real gem
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Size and variety make Town of Colonie Golf Course one of the most popular layouts in the Capital Region.
Golf Guide: Dottie Pepper a natural behind the microphone
Saturday, April 9, 2011
Dottie Pepper’s insight and honesty as a golf commentator for NBC are refreshing,
AMSTERDAM
Golf Guide: Hills, narrow fairways part of Amsterdam Muni's appeal
Saturday, April 9, 2011
A guy who hates being cooped up indoors, it was only a matter of time before Joe Merendo came to the game of golf.
Golf Guide: Capital Hills to host final Futures stop again
Saturday, April 9, 2011
The road to the LPGA Tour once again ends in the Capital Region for the top 10 money winners on the LPGA Futures Tour.
