Southern California's No. 1 Golf Source
November 2009
COURSES
Proving ground
Players hoping to get their PGA Tour cards annually tee it up at Beaumont’s Oak Valley Golf Club — and so can you.
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Sweet savings
As 2009 winds down, take advantage of fantastic deals at some of Orange County’s top tracks.
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Prime time
With cooler weather and pristine playing conditions, the season has arrived for golf in the Coachella Valley.
Published Nov 2009INSTRUCTION
Scott Stubbs
Vista Valley Country Club's head professional doubles as president of the Southern California PGA.
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Numbers game
The handicap system was created to level the playing field — but not all scores are created equal.
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Consider your options
When chipping with a lot of green to cover, there are three ways to approach the bump-and-run.
Published Nov 2009Calm down
Learning to control your emotions and manage your adrenaline will help you play better and enjoy the round.
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Take your best shot
Think like a tour prfessional when deciding whether to play aggressively or conservatively.
Published Nov 2009EQUIPMENT
Winning formula
Cutting-edge technology, premier equipment and a fun, efficient experience make ChampionshipFitting an ideal venue to get fit.
Published Nov 2009PEOPLE
Master craftsman
Kia Ma’s innovative putter designs have helped him carve out a prestigious niche in the industry.
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Dave Stockton
After helping Michelle Wie and Phil Mickelson, the two-time PGA Championship winner has turned to teaching.
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Hijinks on the links
Not everything on the golf course is funny, but famous comedians often turn out to be some of the best promoters and ambassadors of the game.
Published Nov 2009Laughing matters
Hilarity on the links comes to life in these classic golf films.
Published Nov 2009TRAVEL
Smart move
The Holiday Inn Express in Beaumont has enhanced golf in the area.
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Away for the Holidays
Premier Southern California golf resorts are offering an array of year-end deals for extended stays or weekend getaways.
Published Nov 2009NEWS
Debut to remember
The Nationwide Tour's inaugural Soboba Classic featured an underdog champion, a promising local star and a well-received venue.
Published Nov 2009Tiger Woods returns to action
Cypress native hasn't played in Southland tournament since 2008 U.S. Open.
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Name game
Two Southland stops on the PGA Tour's West Coast Swing will have different titles next year.
Published Nov 2009Thirteen-year-old Texeira beats field of older players at Future Champions Golf National Tour event
Pavon, Xiong and Sconavacco among winners of other divisions at El Cajon’s Sycuan Resort.
Published Nov 2009Brea's Chen wins JAGS Tour's Inland Empire Junior Championship
Tubert wins girls division at first major of JAGS 2009-10 season.
Published Nov 2009JC Golf unveils 'Intro2Golf' program
New golf readiness program aimed at newcomers and veterans; available at six different JC Golf properties.
Published Nov 2009Team from Ontario’s Whispering Lakes Golf Course wins McGladrey Team Championship at Pinehurst
PGA Head Professional Tim Walsh leads team of three amateurs to national title.
Published Nov 2009Southern California well-represented on 2009 AJGA Rolex All-American rosters
Seven local players earn spots on prestigious first teams.
Published Nov 2009PGA Tour’s 2010 West Coast Swing events in Southern California set up consecutively
Scheduling tweaks raise questions about appearances of Woods, Mickelson at usual Southland stops.
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Third annual OC Junior Golf Championship set for December
Three-day tournament to be held at six of Orange County’s top courses.
Published Nov 2009Kim captures Kiwi Challenge in New Zealand
Bogey on first playoff hole good enough to defeat O’Hair.
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Warman’s late run seals California State Open title
Early leader Yip falters with 75 in final round at Country Club at Soboba Springs.
Published Nov 2009Irvine’s Gulugian to play for UCLA women’s golf team
Seventeen-year-old is one of the country’s top juniors.
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Second stage of PGA Tour Qualifying School returns to Beaumont’s Oak Valley Golf Club
Keep an eye on these 10 players.
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Riley among those outside top 125 on year-end PGA Tour money list
Missed opportunities the difference between exempt status and return to Qualifying School.
Published Nov 2009Local standouts Cantlay, Arboleda commit to UCLA men’s golf team
Both players inside top 50 in AJGA national rankings.
Published Nov 2009Two of LPGA Tour’s 13 American events for 2010 to be held in Southern California
Current slate of 24 events fewest since 1971.
Published Nov 2009Walnut-based club manufacturer Nickent ceases operations
Well-known maker of hybrids had been in receivership since May.
Published Nov 2009COLUMNS
Phoning it in
The popularity of handheld GPS devices has some companies rolling out similar technology for smartphones.
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Money talks
Giving back to the community regardless of economic conditions is a truly noble gesture, which is why we commend Tijeras Creek Golf Club and OB Sports.
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Food for thought
Thanksgiving weekend and its bountiful leftovers — for this year at least — won’t be the same without the Skins Game.
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Mickelson’s win in China affirms march to No. 1 in world
Short-game strength key to gaining on Woods.
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