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Once a year, our Chapter competes as a team.
This year, we will once again compete against one of our sister Chapters, LPGA Amateurs Hampton Roads, in match play at the Kingsmill Plantation course on Sunday, July 16.
Last year, we brought home the trophy, so I am sure Hampton Roads will be hungry for a win. To defend our trophy, we need members of all handicap index levels to represent our Chapter during match play against Hampton Roads on the July 16.
For those who are unfamiliar with match play, in simple terms, two of our Chapter members acting as a team compete against two Hampton Roads members acting as a team. All players in the foursome will have a similar registered handicap. Each team will vie to win a point at each hole. The team with the highest number of points wins the match. The Chapter that accumulates the most points wins.
In the lead up, we have scheduled a couple of events for any members wishing to become more familiar with match play. Members playing at Lake Monticello on June 24th can either play individual stroke play or a practice match play round to become more familiar with match play scoring. In addition, Janet Phillips, Golf Professional and our Chapter Ambassador, will be educating us on the difference between individual stroke play and match play during an optional Zoom call to be scheduled during early July.
Ask any member who played last year. This is a very fun event for members of all experience and skill levels. Everyone enjoys the competition and camaraderie between our Chapters.
I hope you will join us on July16 for a challenging and entertaining round of golf.
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See you on the course!
Lissa
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Our Chapter is over 100 members strong! |
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With a retention rate of 91% from 2022, and the addition of 18 new members, 6 rejoining members, and 10 dual Chapter members, our Chapter has surpassed 100 members! Congratulations and a huge thanks to all members who have encouraged family and friends to join. It is the ultimate compliment!
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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS:
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We have many upcoming golf opportunities and a recap of last month's golf events below.
We look forward to having you "tee it up" with us soon!
There are some players who have had questions regarding the rules of golf, especially with the new RCC option. USGA is a great resource for rules and can be downloaded as an app on your phone. Please check out the new "Rules Corner" in this newsletter.
If you come across a situation on the course and are not sure of the rules, take pictures and let us know how you proceeded. This can be an opportunity for everyone to learn
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Saturday, June 10 - Brickshire
9am tee times. 24 registered with space for 8 more. Registration CLOSES June 4 at 10pm
This is a crowd favorite! Great course. There is an onsite restaurant with plenty of seating. Guests welcome.
It will also be our 2nd Richmond Capital Cup (RCC) option play. We have 17 members who signed up for the RCC and we still have room for more. Please consider registering!
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Saturday, June 24 - Lake Monticello
Registration closes June 20th
For those interested, this will have a match play option as practice/ prep for the upcoming Kingsmill event held July 16th. Lake Monticello is a great course and a good chance to bone up on match play.
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REGISTER FOR JULY EVENTS BELOW! |
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Saturday, July 1 - Birkdale (with RVA cup competition option )
This is a beautiful neighborhood course. We will have the RCC option at play again. I urge RCC participants to register as early as possible. Guest invitation for this course will open the last 2 weeks of June in order to give RCC participants priority for registration.
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We need YOU for our 2 person team match play event, with post golf banquet at Kingsmill! |
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Sunday, July 16 - Kingsmill
As Lissa mentioned in her President’s Message, we are encouraging ALL members to participate as all handicap levels will be needed for our match play versus our sister LPGA Amateurs chapter in Hampton Roads Virginia. This is one of our Chapter’s premier golf venues for the season. This is a friendly event to learn and experience partner golf with match play. It's great being on a team and have a share in the camaraderie!
Included is a post round gathering and meal to be held in the James River ballroom. Mark your calendars and sign up. We had a blast last year so please join us for a great experience at a great venue!
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Saturday, July 29 - The Club at Viniterra
Rolling hills and long fairways...always a challenge but quite an enjoyable course. This will also be an RCC optional play event. This will also be your last chance to register for the RCC.
Registration opens July 1. More details to come in our next newsletter.
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How to establish your handicap |
Whether you are new to golf or to our Chapter, we encourage all members to establish and maintain a handicap index. Your handicap index represents your playing ability, and it is an easy way to track your progress over a season or a lifetime. It also puts you on an even “playing field” when competing in organized events, such our match play event scheduled with the LPGA Amateurs - Hampton Roads Chapter on July 16th in Williamsburg.
There is a nominal annual fee to establish and maintain a handicap index and be assigned a GHIN number (your personal identification number). We suggest you consider one of these options to establish a handicap index:
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Sign up through the Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA). All VSGA membership options include handicap indexing. This membership is separate from your LPGA Amateurs Chapter membership and provides other benefits, OR
- Sign up at a local golf course affiliated with the VSGA
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Don’t hesitate to ask a fellow member for assistance. We are here to help! |
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Let's celebrate our golf milestones! |
Some of our members have recently achieved some great things on the golf course, like Laura Posey’s eagle or Felicia Perry’s 60 foot putt at Providence!
Let’s share and celebrate our accomplishments, whether it’s an amazing shot, closest to the pin, best score, or you’ve reached a personal goal such as Christii Watkins shaving 4 points off her handicap over the last 6 weeks!
Share your story – whether it’s your own or that of a fellow member – along with a photo, the course name, and hole # where it took place (if applicable) to our Membership Director, Nancy Anderson,
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May Event: Kiskiack Golf Club |
The greens were tough and quite fast at Kiskiack Golf Club, but 21 members were up to the challenge. Many honored Mother's Day with pink golf attire and afterwards we shared a delicious cake to celebrate National Golf Day.
Kiskiack was also our first optional round of RVA Capital Cup play. A BIG THANKS goes out to Natalie Dalton for her expert assistance. Current standings are available on our website.
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May Event: Mystery Bus Adventure |
Our maiden voyage of the Mystery Bus Adventure was a huge success, and we had a blast. A total of 20 members played the scenic Old Trail Golf Club in Crozet. The fairways were in great condition...greens were pristine…the views were incredible! Kiki Worthington was a great help marshalling the course and taking photos.
CONGRATS: Ellen Moseley won CTP on Hole #9, edging out Wanda Fisher.
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Soliciting Interest to join this year's Cup Team |
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Each year the LPGA Amateur Golf Association hosts an amateur match play competition we often refer to as “the Cup”. We've had Cup teams the last two years and it's a bunch of fun! ALL handicap levels are welcome. It's match play (like the Kingsmill event) and you try to win a hole and then start over at the next hole and try to win that hole!
Regional Cup Qualifier: September 15-16th. Play 1 day with your partner & 1 day single match play. Chesapeake Bay Golf Club in Rising Sun, MD
The Cup Finals for teams that advance: October 20-21st: RTJ Golf Trail at Oxmoor Valley, Birmingham, AL. (fyi - this is same date as Wintergreen)
- We are actively soliciting interest from chapter members who may wish to compete on our Cup team. Each team is comprised of 8 players & 2 alternates.
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Interested in being on the RVA 8 person Cup Team? |
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Thanks for your feedback!
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I'd like more information
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Visit here to learn more about the event. Members must be in good standing with a verifiable USGA Handicap index.
Jennifer's been on the Cup Team for the last two years!
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Individual stroke play competitions within our chapter - Check out our RVA Capital Cup as you can still sign up to participate!!
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The RVA CAPITAL CUP events are competitions within regular weekend play - a great way to learn about the rules and competitive format. Events are flighted meaning you'll play with folks near your handicap. It's fun and you can win CASH prizes.
One time cost of $26; Handicap required. Register now to join us for the RCC event at BRICKSHIRE on June 10th and for the competition!
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Honors go to the flight winners for the 1st Round of RCC. Well done & Congrats!
Flight 1
Mary Allen - Low Gross of 95. Edna Morris - Low Net of 78 low gross score of 95
Flight 2
Jennifer Hermanson - Low Gross of 98. Jennifer Hermanson - Low Net of 74
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Two Weekly Golf Leagues to join |
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Weekly leagues are a fun way to get out and meet other golfers in a very low key environment!
Golf during the week is less crowded and great for all levels of golfers. We have an evening 9 hole league on Thursdays and an 18 hole league on Wednesday mornings.
There's no commitment to play, but you only get invites for weekly golf rounds if you register interest below! Registering your interest does not obligate you to play.
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Wednesday Morning-18 holes
Sycamore Creek 9:00 am
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Thursday Evening - 9 holes
Providence 5:00/5:30 pm
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BOOKMARK these links on your phone and computer! |
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Tee Times with CWGA Saturday League at Brookwoods |
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The Capital Women’s Golf Association (CWGA) occasionally has openings for LPGA Amateurs RVA Chapter members to play 18 holes on Saturday mornings at Brookwoods Golf Club, 7325 Club Dr, Quinton, VA 23141. Tee times are 9:26, 9:32, and
9:40 am. Cost is $50 including a cart.
For this month, slots may be available to our members on June 3rd and 17th. If you are interested, visit their sign-up page and place your name on the LPGA waitlist. You will be notified on Thursday if you are confirmed to play for that Saturday.
It will be helpful if you would create an account on the site https://www.signupgenius.com/ This will allow you to change, move, or delete your sign up choice if needed.
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RULES CORNER - Rule 17: Penalty Areas
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Members commonly ask about their options and how to score when their ball lands in a yellow
or red penalty area where a ball is often lost or unable to be played. Rules 17 addresses these
situations.
Did you know the USGA provides a hub of videos that explain these special situations? Watch this video to better understand Rule 17 and your options when landing in a yellow or red penalty area.
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Confused about another situation on the course? Follow this link to explore all of the instructional videos on the USGA Video Hub.
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Download UGA Rules app so you can have the rules on the course!
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Wintergreen Peak Foliage Golf Trip
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We have 1 spot for accommodation w/golf and 3 spots for a golf only option
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Wintergreen Devil's Knob and Stoney Creek Golf |
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Golf and Stay at Wintergreen Resort during PEAK FOLIAGE
Friday - Sunday, October 20 - 22, 2023
Contact Genny Bush if interested in registering for the weekend overnight event or to golf only for the day
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Ends June 30th. For all details and rules regarding the Member Get A Member Drive please click here.
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Solheim Cup 2024 Gainesville, VA
Exclusive opportunity to be inside the ropes!
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Our Chapter has been presented with a phenomenal opportunity to join with the LPGA Amateurs Washington DC Metro Chapter in volunteering for the 2024 Solheim Cup to be held at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Club, Gainesville, VA, on September 10-15, 2024.
We have received word that our collective group has been chosen to marshal a hole and assist with Special Events (opening ceremony, private player gatherings). As a volunteer, you would be required to work a minimum of three (3) shifts lasting between four (4) and six (6) hours depending on your assignment and role.
This volunteer opportunity is available to 2023 LPGA Amateurs Richmond, VA Chapter members only. There is a $200 volunteer fee that covers:
- (1) Solheim Cup Logoed: Polo, Jacket, Headwear, Water Bottle, Bag, Pin plus
- (1) Credential with access to tournament grounds all 6 days (Tuesday – Sunday)
- Meals during assigned shifts
To register as a 2024 Solheim Cup volunteer with our Chapter, Contact:
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Different Facebook Pages to Know About and Join |
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- Arrange a round
- Advertise golf events outside of LPGA Amateur (Ex: charity fundraisers)
- Share golf ups & downs
- Funny things
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- See what other LPGA Amateurs golfers are doing across the country
- Plan golf with other members around the US
- Headquarters events & specials
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- Stay in touch with our chapter
- Learn about the various golf & social activities for the Richmond area.
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The 2023 LPGA Amateurs Tournament Schedule |
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Meet Our Local Sponsor: Kendalle Stock |
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Promote Your Business In The
LPGA Amateurs Member Marketplace
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You may be wondering why we are focused on promoting the LPGA Amateurs Member Marketplace? It is simple…the more offers that are listed in the Member Marketplace the more benefits are available for all members AND for those members who own their own business the Member Marketplace is another opportunity to provide a benefit from the LPGA Amateur Golf Association.
Businesses that add a benefit to the LPGA Amateurs Member Marketplace will receive marketing to all 13,000+ LPGA Amateurs members through the Marketplace at NO charge! Benefits can be listed either in your local Chapter area or as Association-wide benefits. Both golf and non-golf related businesses can list their benefits, the only requirement is that the benefit is specific for the LPGA Amateurs membership.
It is simple to sign up!
If you need more information about the program, then please contact Liz Cooper at liz.cooper@lpga.com. If you are ready to register your business, please click on the link below. Pleas make sure our chapter is selected as the referring Chapter!
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