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From The Editors September 22nd, 2021

In this edition of British Columbia Golf's newsletter you can see the latest version of Brad Ziemer's BC Golf notes including his interviews with Langley's James Allenby on his summer season down south and Kimberley's Jared du Toit on his recent Mackenzie Tour - PGA TOUR Canada victory.

We also have Brad's great story on the outstanding First Nations golf facilities in British Columbia. Be sure to check that out along with the the story by First Nations writer Latash Maurice Nahanee as he profiles Ron Russ, the Haida master artist who designed the beautiful medals awarded by BC Golf in the province's Championship events.

In keeping with BC golfers performing well at the national & international level, Brad spoke with Nanoose Bay's Shelly Stouffer after her impressive run to the final in the U.S. Senior Women's Amateur.

In addition, we would like to bring your attention to the LPGA Amateurs Vancouver Island Chapter event taking place in October at Duncan Meadows.

Enjoy your golf and please stay safe.

The British Columbia Golf Editors

Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Allenby reflects on summer down south; du Toit wins on Mackenzie Tour...and much more

In Brad Ziemer's latest BC Golf Notes he talks to Langley's James Allenby as he reflects on his two-month adventure down south, reports on Kimberley's Jared du Toit's Mackenzie Tour win and much more. READ MORE

Alabama Run Lots Of Fun For BC's Shelly Stouffer

Disappointed? Of course she is. But Shelly Stouffer is also justifiably proud of the run she made at the U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship in Clear Point, Alabama. READ MORE

First Nations Courses A Welcome Addition To British Columbia’s Rich Golfing Landscape

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Lauren Kim, Michelle Liu Enjoy Super Summers South Of The Border

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Haida Artist Ron Russ, The Man Behind The Medals

Meet the man behind the medals. Ron Russ is a Haida master artist commissioned by British Columbia Golf to design a beautiful motif for their awards medals. READ MORE

Pat Fletcher Foundation Announces 25 New Scholarship Recipients Across Canada

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Golf Canada Hosting Inaugural Canadian All Abilities Championship At Humber Valley Golf Course

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The ModGolf Podcast: Embracing A “Give First” Attitude To Build A Successful Business - Matt Fisher, The Mr. Short Game Youtube Channel

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Padraic O'Rourke Wins Nike Golf PGA of BC Club Professional Championship

Padraic O’Rourke of The Fairmont Chateau Whistler Golf Club secured a convincing win in the Nike Golf PGA of BC Club Professional Championship. READ MORE

Join In The Fall Fun At LPGA Amateurs Best Ball Event

The LPGA Amateurs Vancouver Island Chapter is excited to announce a two-player women's best ball event taking place at Duncan Meadows GC on Friday, October 22nd. READ MORE