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From The Editors August 10th, 2021

In this edition of British Columbia Golf's newsletter you can see the latest version of Brad Ziemer's BC Golf notes including at look at what's ahead for Merritt, BC's Roger Sloan as he attempts to solidify full status for the next PGA TOUR season as well as the 2nd and 3rd place finishes by two young Coquitlam golfers in the recently contested Canadian Amateur...and much more.

We also have the details on the upcoming LPGA Amateurs Summer ShootOut event at Vancouver's University Golf Club, be sure to check that out.

In addition, we would like to bring your attention to the Canadian Junior Men's Championship taking place right now in Quebec, with several contenders from BC in the field. You can also read about the big win in a playoff by Seymour GC's Michael Kennedy in the BC Senior Men's Championship at Kimberley's Bootleg Gap GC.

Enjoy your golf and please stay safe.

The British Columbia Golf Editors

Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Sloan 6th at Barracuda; Victoria trio tee it up at U.S. Amateur; Ewart, Lee finish strong at Canadian Amateur; Stinson 2nd at PGA Championship of Canada

In this week's edition of Brad Ziemer's BC Golf Notes he looks at what Merritt’s Roger Sloan needs to secure his full exempt status for next season on the PGA TOUR & much more. READ MORE

Come Play! It's The LPGA Amateur Summer ShootOut Event

The BC Chapters of the LPGA Amateurs are holding a Two-person Bestball Strokeplay event at University Golf Club to celebrate Summer and the launch of BC's LPGA Amateurs Association. READ MORE

The 2021 Canadian Junior Boys Championship Heads To Vallée du Richelieu

The Canadian Junior Boys Championship is set for Aug. 9-12 at Vallée du Richelieu - Le Club in Sainte-Julie, Que., and Victoria, BC's Willy Bishop Is One To Watch. READ MORE

Michael Kennedy Wins BC Seniors In A Playoff For First Provincial Championship

North Vancouver's Michael Kennedy is the BC Senior Men's Champion after winning in a playoff over 2020 champion, Norm Bradley in a thrilling finish at Bootleg Gap GC in Kimberley. READ MORE

Golf Canada names Laura Wilson its new Director for Diversity, Inclusion and Safe Sport

Golf Canada announced the hiring of Laura Wilson as its new Director of Diversity, Inclusion and Safe Sport. The role is a new position in Golf Canada. READ MORE

Sagebrush Offers A Pleasant Reminder To ‘Play’ At Golf

British Columbia Golf Tournament Director, Doug Hastie, recently played the newly re-opened Sagebrush GC and experienced some revelations about the layout and golf as a whole. READ MORE

National Junior Selection Camp Scheduled Aug. 29 - Sept. 3 At TPC Toronto

To facilitate the selection of participants for the 2021-2022 National Junior Squad, Golf Canada will hold a National Junior Selection Camp from Aug. 29 - Sept. 3 at TPC Toronto in Caledon, Ont. READ MORE

Reason To Celebrate At Morningstar Golf Club

Morningstar Golf Club kicked off their 30th anniversary announcing they were no longer in receivership, but poised to resume status as one of the premiere courses on Vancouver Island. READ MORE

Balfour Recreation Commission Seeks GM For Overall Operation Including Golf Course & Golf Operations

The Balfour Recreation Commission (BRC) is seeking qualified applicants for the position of General Manager. This includes a golf course & golf operations. READ MORE

BC Golf Provincial Training Camp – August 25-27, 2021 At Rivershore Golf Links, Open for Registration

The goal of the BC Golf Junior Boys Provincial Training Camp is to prepare for the 2022 Canadian Junior Boys Championship being held at Rivershore Golf Links in Kamloops. READ MORE