All-Chapter Golf Spectacular Event

We’re gearing up for our big golf event at River Oaks Golf Course! So come join fellow members for a day of golf, food, fun, prizes, drawings, and reconnection with MN Metro members from across the chapter and other leagues. 

When: July 13, 2025; tee-times will start at noon.

Location: River Oaks Golf Course and Event Center,

11099 South Hwy 61 Cottage Grove, MN 55016

Registration Fee: $42 for players 62+, and $51 for players under 62 

Fee includes green fees, prizes/drawings, and a $10 food coupon for each player for use during or after your round in the clubhouse. Carts are extra, payable at the course ($15 plus tax for 62+ and $20 plus tax for under 62).

REGISTER HERE BY JULY 8TH

Event Options: Scramble or Stroke Play. Both events will be flighted based mix of those who sign up, number of players and spread of player skills and handicaps.

2-Person Scramble. There are several options for scramble team pairings.

• Sign up with a fellow LPGA member, or
• Sign up as a single and we’ll find someone to play as your partner, or
• Invite a non-member friend to join us and introduce them to our chapter and organization.

Scramble players do not need a formal handicap but will need to tell us your approximate skill level or score for a typical round of golf

Stroke Play Format.

• Players must be active chapter members and have a current handicap with GHIN to join the stroke play event.

Pin Prizes will be open for all players in both events - e.g., longest putt, closest to the box of wine, longest drive etc.

Prizes, Drawings, 19th Hole After Golf – we have reserved the back room at River Oaks to gather and eat/drink after golf, award prizes, have drawings and generally have fun.  Plan to join us after golf and use your food coupon for food or libation!

Volunteer Needs: Our planning committee is pulling all the details together and we have a few day-of volunteers (photographer, on-course event support, check-in, prize/goodie bag prep) already secured. But we still need the following help:

• Check-In: Player check-in at event, distribution of player goodie bags, waters, other items (can play in the scramble event)
• Scoring Table: Score entry/submission support at end of round (you can play in the stroke play event).

If you are interested in volunteering, contact Kymberly Eide HERE.

Improving Your Pace of Play: Quick Tips (Part One)

Keeping a good pace on the golf course not only makes the game more enjoyable for you but also for everyone around you. The goal is to play at a speed that keeps up with the group ahead of you. For example, on Par 4 or Par 5 holes, you should reach the tee box as the players in the group ahead are taking their second shot. On Par 3 holes, aim to arrive at the tee box as the group ahead is finishing putting and walking off the green.

Improve your pace of play in the fairway with these practical tips:

• Limit your practice swings.
• Be ready to hit when it’s your turn—stay at your ball and focus.
• Plan your shot before it’s your turn. Think about your strategy and club choice in advance.
• Walk briskly but within your capability—don’t dawdle.

By following these tips, you’ll help the game flow smoothly and the round will be more enjoyable for everyone. Happy Golfing!

Look for tips on the greens in Part Two in the August newsletter.