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Holiday 2025 Newsletter


As 2025 comes to a close and we enter our busiest season, I’d like to reflect on the many accomplishments and milestones we achieved this year.


-from Wes Tucker, PGA

20th Annual St. Augustine Amateur Golf Tournament Coming to St. Johns Golf Club


St. Johns Golf Club is getting ready to host the 20th Annual St. Augustine Amateur Golf Tournament from Friday, Dec. 5, through Sunday, Dec. 7.

 

The eighty-four players who make up the field of competitors for this year’s tournament, ranging from ages 14 to 38, were chosen from a record number of registrants. They come from 20 U.S. states and 10 different countries, and among the younger players is the entire five-man starting lineup of the Ponte Vedra High School golf team.

Player Development & Programming


This year, we expanded our player development offerings with the introduction of Operation 36, featuring mixed, women’s, and junior sessions. Early participation and feedback have been overwhelmingly positive.


We also launched a Women’s Education & Fitting Series in partnership with Titleist. The program covered four key areas: putting, short game, fairway woods & hybrids, and driving. The small-group, 12-person format allowed for personalized instruction and resulted in excellent participant feedback.


We proudly hosted our third Drive, Chip & Putt Local Qualifier, supported by Augusta National, the USGA, and the North Florida PGA Section. Participation grew to more than 120 juniors, with age-group winners advancing to Regionals and ultimately the chance to compete at Augusta National during Masters Week.


This year also marked our third PGA Junior League Regional Championship held on site. We look forward to developing our own Operation 36-based team for the 2026 season.

Golf Course & Agronomy Progress



In our third full growing season, the greens have fully filled in thanks to the efforts of Superintendent Anthony Baur and his team. Heavy-traffic areas have been identified, and we’ll continue focusing on relieving compaction and reducing wear patterns to maintain peak playing conditions.

Staff Growth & Professional Development


We made several impactful staff additions and advancements this year:


  • Michelle Dillon joined us as Office Manager and has greatly improved operational efficiency.


  • Jared Cross came aboard as Assistant Professional and now leads Operation 36 alongside Bernadette Twardy, Bea Mauricio, and Tommy Aycock. Jared completed Level 1 of the PGA Associate Program and will begin Level 2 after the new year.


  • Bea Mauricio, fresh off attending the PGA Magazine Assistant of the Year Summit in Pennsylvania, has been promoted to Co-Head Professional, serving alongside Tommy Aycock.



These developments reflect our commitment to long-term planning and investment in our professional team.

Looking Ahead


As a group, we remain committed to serving you, enhancing your experience, and expanding opportunities to grow the game in the coming year.



Thank you for another outstanding year. We appreciate your support and wish you and your families a happy holiday season.

Agronomy Update | Anthony Baur, GCSAA


Our first frost arrived on November 12th, signaling the start of cooler weather. Thanks to more consistent sunlight this year, the turf is in noticeably better condition than last fall—healthier, thicker, and more mature.


As we move into winter, you’ll notice Bermuda grass naturally shifting from bright green to dull green, with some areas turning light brown. This is normal dormancy. To maintain visual appeal and firm playing surfaces, we apply a green pigment to fairways and tees each month.


Looking ahead to spring, the county’s transition between reclaimed-water treatment plants may temporarily limit irrigation supply. If rainfall is below average, you may see dry areas in the fairways and rough. During this period, our priority will be the greens and tees to ensure optimal playing conditions. Once rainfall or reclaimed-water supply stabilizes, we will return to normal irrigation practices.


Our goal is simple: provide the best possible playing conditions year-round.

We enjoy seeing you out on the course, have a great fall and winter season!

Black Friday Sale | November 20 - 30


Save up to 50% off!



Get your holiday shopping done early. We have gifts and stocking stuffers for every golfer, including:


  • Golf balls, gloves, hats, blankets


  • Bushnell products


  • Shoes and apparel


  • Outerwear


  • Oakley sunglasses


  • And more!

Golf Shop & Holiday Hours



Golf Shop

  • Open: 6:30am
  • First Tee Time: 7:00am
  • Close: 5:00pm


Driving Range

  • Thursday – Monday 7:00am –5:00pm
  • Tuesday 7am - 3:30pm (last ball 4:00pm *maintenance/clean pick)
  • Wednesdays 9:30am after maintenance


Thanksgiving Day

  • Shop closes: 2:00pm
  • Last tee time: 1:54pm
  • Range balls available until 2:00pm


Christmas Eve

  • Shop closes: 2:00pm
  • Last tee time: 1:54pm
  • Range balls available until 2:00pm
  • Christmas Day: Closed

Golf Course Etiquette | Tommy Aycock, PGA


Etiquette is the code of respect and consideration that makes golf enjoyable for everyone. A few reminders:


  • Arrive at least 30 minutes before your tee time to check in and meet your group.
  • Be at your starting hole 5 minutes early to help maintain the flow of play.
  • Play ready golf. Park carts between players’ balls and record scores at the next tee.
  • Our pace-of-play rating is 4 hours 15 minutes or less. Beginning players should limit strokes to double par.
  • Please sand all divots, especially on par 3s, and repair your ball mark plus one other.
  • Show respect for the course—no club throwing or cart damage.
  • Follow the black stakes back to the path and keep carts on the path when approaching greens. All par 3s are cart-path-only.

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