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From The Editors October 22nd, 2019

In this issue of British Columbia Golf's newsletter we have yet more rules controversies from around the world of golf. We also bring news on an historic win for both the team and individually as the UBC T'Birds Women's golf squad continues to produce outstanding performances and results.

You can learn who the award recipients were for 2019 in the PGA of BC's annual awards and read about a new and exciting international competition that includes a Team of Canada's Top PGA female pros

There's also a nice story on how Disabled Golf is being further recognized around the world with the European Tour announcing the EDGA as the official charity of the Portugal Masters. Golf Canada is one of the 29 nations who make up the EDGA Member Organizations.

You can also find out where Adam Hadwin's historic 59 ranks in a top 10 list from the PGA TOUR's Cameron Morfit and see who the newest golf legend is to be commemorated on a stamp by the U.S. Postal Service.

And As always, if you have any thoughts or suggestions on topics you'd like to see appear going forward in your newsletter please send a message via the "Contact Us" button located on the top right of the BC Golf website home page.

The British Columbia Golf Editors

Shania Remandaban, UBC Women’s Golf Earn Historic First Canada West Wins

Shania Remandaban led the UBC Thunderbirds to the women's golf title at the inaugural Canada West golf championships at Kelowna's Okanagan Golf Club. READ MORE

European Disabled Golf Association Announced As Official Charity To Portugal Masters

The EDGA changes the lives of people with disability through the power of golf. Made up of volunteers from the National Golf Federations from around the world including Canada. READ MORE

Ten 59s On TOUR – Here’s How They Rank

There are no bad sub-60 rounds, but some stand out more than others. BC's Adam Hadwin's 59 ranks 8th according to PGA TOUR's Cameron Morfit. READ MORE

Arnold Palmer To Be Honoured With U.S. Postal Stamp In 2020

The United States Postal Service announced today that it will be recognizing Arnold Palmer with the issuance of a nationwide stamp as a part of its 2020 stamp program. READ MORE

PGA of BC Names Provincial Recipients Of 2019 Awards

The PGA of BC named the provincial recipients of its annual honours for 2019 during the Association's Awards Celebration at the River Rock Casino Resort. READ MORE

Another Week, Another Rules Controversy As Euro Tour Player’s Preferred Lies 10-Shot Penalty Leads To DQ

It's a good thing professional golf does not have a "Number of Days Since Last Rules Controversy" sign placed at tournament sites. Because it would never crack double digits. READ MORE

Inaugural PGA Women's Cup Features 5 Teams Including Canada

A field featuring five PGA governing bodies: Australia, Canada, Great Britain & Ireland, Sweden and the United States, will compete in the inaugural Women’s PGA Cup. READ MORE

Three Fairmont Hotels In Canada’s Western Mountain Region Among Top 100 Golf Resorts

GOLF Magazine named three Fairmont Hotels and Resorts in Canada’s Western Mountain Region including the Fairmont Chateau Whistler to its list of the Top 100 Resorts in North America. READ MORE

Harold Varner III Makes Big Donation To First All-Black Golf Team To Win State Championships

The Drew Charter men’s golf team in Atlanta are the first Public School to win the Class A Public State Championship in Georgia. They’re also the first all-black team and coaching staff to do so. READ MORE