President’s note:

April — Volunteer Appreciation Month & Call for New Board Volunteers

Hi Everyone,

What an amazing March — I hope you’re all enjoying golf, friends, and your LPGA Amateur events!

April is Volunteer Appreciation Month. This month we celebrate the incredible volunteers who give their time, energy, and expertise to make our league thrive. We owe a special thanks to our long‑standing board members whose tireless service has shaped our chapter. Many of them have already transitioned off the board (or will at the end of their current terms), and we deeply appreciate their dedication and example — they’ve inspired others to raise their hands.

I’m honored to serve as your President during this period of transition. While change can be challenging, it’s also energizing: new board members bring fresh ideas and enthusiasm. Because several long‑standing volunteers are stepping down, we’re issuing a call for new volunteers to fill multiple roles.

Soon you’ll receive an email to the entire membership listing open positions and volunteer opportunities. Please respond to that message — even if you can’t volunteer right now — so we have everyone’s input to continue improving our league and delivering a best‑in‑class experience.

I look forward to seeing you on the greens in April. Let’s make this a fantastic season together!

Debbie Sheperd

LPGA Amateur Golf Association

SWFL Chapter President

2025/2026 LPGA Amateurs SWFL Chapter Board Members

Linda Creps

8/14/1959 - 3/19/2026

It is with great sadness we pass along the news that our friend, Linda Creps passed away 19 March 2026. Linda was a long time and active member of both the SWFL and Lee-Charlotte Chapters of LPGA Amateurs.

A Celebration of Life for Linda will be held Saturday, April 11th, 3:00pm at The Club at Rapallo clubhouse, 8551 Via Rapallo Dr., Estero, FL 33928.

Her family request those attending wear Blue (Linda’s favorite color). For more information regarding attending, please contact Pam Dionne’s at 

(925) 584-1387.

LPGA Amateurs MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS

If you haven't renewed your membership this year, it expired on 12/31.

To renew a rejoin fee will be applied, If your membership has expired, please Renew Your Membership Now 

We will be continuing the winter leagues through the end of April! Prices have gone down at most courses, especially at Spanish Wells where we hope to get more participation from our northern members.

Summer leagues will start in June at the private courses at Golf Pass prices.

Stay tuned your board is getting ready to post updates for summer soon!

April the prices will go down finally ! We will offer the leagues until mid April or longer depending on demand

Hibiscus Nine and Dine - Tuesdays at 2:30 PM - $54.00 (12:30 $150 for 18)

Tee Captain - Kim Decker

Hibiscus 18 Holes - Last Tuesday of the month at 12:30 PM - $107.00

Tee Captain - Kim Decker

Eagle Lakes 18 Holes - Thursday at 2:30 PM - $85.00 per member

Tee Captain Suzanne Wade and Charlotte Walker

Spanish Wells 18 Holes - Thursdays at 12:30 PM - $98.00

Tee Captain - Lisa Holden

Stoneybrook 18 Holes - Saturdays 12:00 PM - $82.00 pay at the course

Tee Captain - Mary Kay Reuth

Quail Village - 18 Holes - Every other Saturday April 11 and April 18t at 1:00 PM - $85.00

Tee Captain - Kerstin Koenig

We plan on playing through Easter so hope you all get a chance to play before then! Any suggestions for next year are welcome.

Email: Sandy sbologna21@gmail.com

** Please note prices are subject to change depending on season - Please always review the Sign Up emails for confirmed price. **

LPGA Amateurs Team Championship Registration Phase 2 Open!

Phase 2 registration for the 2026 LPGA Amateurs Team Championship is open until Thursday, April 23 at 11:59pm EDT or until the event fills, whichever comes first. This popular two-person team event will feature two different stroke play formats over 36 holes, fourball and scramble. The event will be held on June 12-13 at the Paradise Valley Golf Course in Fairfield, CA. Click here for more information! 

Reminder: all 2025 memberships expired on 12/31/25 and members have until 3/31/26 to renew at the regular rate before being charged the rejoin rate. Those who haven't renewed their membership are considered no longer current. Members must be current in their dues to register and participate in Association-wide and Chapter events.

Still Time to Register for the LPGA Amateurs Scramble Open!

There is still time to sign up your team for the 2026 LPGA Amateurs Scramble Open! Registration is open until Saturday, March 27 at 11:59pm EDT or until the event fills, which ever comes first. Looking for a team or need to find someone to complete your team?  Click here to submit the form to help connect you with others who are interested in playing! This popular event will be held on May 8-9 at Ford's Colony Country Club, Williamsburg, VA. Click here for more information.

Reminder: all 2025 memberships expired on 12/31/25 and members have until 3/31/26 to renew at the regular rate before being charged the rejoin rate. Those who haven't renewed their membership are considered no longer current. Members must be current in their dues to register and participate in Association-wide and Chapter events.

Member Benefits at Your Finger Tips in the Member Clubhouse

Looking for travel benefits, new golf apparel, discounted golf equipment, training aids, and more? Check out the latest benefits that have been added to the My Benefits portal. The specific details and codes to redeem benefits are only available through the Member Clubhouse. Simply login to the Member Clubhouse, click on the My Benefits tab, and navigate to your preferred benefits.

LPGA Amateurs Member ID

Members can obtain a digital version or a printed copy of their LPGA Amateurs Member ID and instructions can be found at this link. Please note - if you choose to use the Digital Version, you do not have to take a screenshot as you can just login to the Virtual Community on your mobile device and go to your profile to present your Member ID. To learn how to create a website shortcut on your mobile device for the Virtual Community that looks and works like an app, click here.

Please note that a 2026 LPGA Amateurs Member ID or the printed ID card will be needed to access some member benefits, including entry to some LPGA Tour events in 2026. Information regarding the process to access each of the 2026 LPGA Tour events is available here.