Holly Knudsen put together a top-20 performance for the Minot State University (MSU) Beavers on March 11 and 12 at the Southwest Minnesota State Spring Classic in Litchfield, Az. at the Wigwam Golf Course.

The resident of Chaplin posted an opening round score of 83 before rebounding with a solid 76 during round two. She finished in 19^th place; the Beavers team was 10^th.

The MSU men’s golf team was in action March 4 and 5 in Goodyear, Az. for the Maverick Desert Classic at Palm Valley Golf Club. Chase Gedak of Estevan led the team with a 38^th place finish after rounds of 79 and 74.

The Beavers team was 11^th. The next event for the Beavers women’s team is the MWSA Holiday Inn Express Spring Invitational at St. Joseph Country Club in St. Joseph, Mo. and men’s team will compete at the NSIC Preview at Adams Pointe Golf Club in Blue Springs, Mo. On March 25 and 26.

Hallie Crozier of Regina opened her spring season for Ferris State University in Orange Park, Flo. on March 8 and 9 at the Sacred Heart Spring Break Invite. Crozier shot 75 in round one and 84 in the second round at the Eagle Harbor Golf Club. The Bulldogs team was fifth.

The team traveled to Georgetown, Ky. on the weekend (March 16 – 17) for the SVSU Spring Invitational at Cherry Blossom Golf Course. The team placed second overall while Crozier tied for 17^th at 158 (77,81).

The Bulldogs concluded their busy March schedule with the Findlay Spring Invitational in Lexington, Ky. on March 18 and 19. In the 54-hole event at Boone’s Trace National Golf Club Crozier shot 87, 84, and 82 leaving her in 67^th place.

The Bulldogs were 11^th as a team, next up is the Indianapolis Invitational in Laconia, Ind. on April 1 and 2.

North of the border at Cordova Bay Golf Course in Victoria, B.C., Myles Johnson of Martensville and Max Regier of Saskatoon were in action. Johnson, competing for the University of Victoria at the Vikes Shootout on March 18 and 19. Johnson placed ninth, after an opening round of 77, he bounced back nicely with a 70 in round two to finish at 5-over par.

Regier tied for 11^th as he continued competing for the University of British Columbia Okanagan Heat. The Riverside Country Club member went 73 and 77 to finish at 8-over par.

Johnson’s team was fourth, Regier’s team placed fifth. The Vikes are scheduled to be in Bullhead City, Az. for the Battle at Laughlin Ranch on March 25 and 26. For the UBCO Heat they will prepare for the University/College Championship in Sudbury, Ont. from June 3 to 6.

Alex Swinnerton led the Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) golf team to a seventh place finish at the Ralph Hargett Memorial Intercollegiate this week in Monroe, N.C. Playing at Rolling Hills Country Club, the Crimson Hawks opened their spring season as Swinnerton posted rounds of 74, 71, and 74 to lead the team with a score of 219.

Calgary product and Waskesiu junior graduate Guillermo Salazar also competes for IUP, he shot 75 in round one, 82 in round two, and 75 in the third and final round to place tied for 63^rd.

Jace Carlisle of Estevan was also on the course at Rolling Hills competing with Post University as the TS&M Woodlawn member began his final spring season. The 2018 Saskatchewan Junior Men’s Champion tied for 81^st after back-to-back rounds of 77 and an 83 in the third round to conclude the 54-hole event at 237.

The Eagles were 16^th as a team.

IUP will be in Okatie, S.C. on March 25 and 26 for the USCB Oldfield Classic for their next action, Carlisle and his Post Eagles teammates will be in Goldsboro, N.C. for The Trojan Invitational at the University of Mount Olive from April 7 to 9.

Josh Nagy’s final spring college golf season began this week as the Robert Morris University (RMU) Colonials opened the season at the Carpetbagger Classic in Frederick, Md. on March 16 and 17.

Hosted at the Worthington Manor Golf Club, the RMU team was third overall, just nine strokes back of the lead.

Nagy opened the 36-hole event with a 79 in round one, the Riverside Country Club member shot 77 in round two, he tied for 41^st at 12-over par.

Next up for the Colonials is the Cutter Creek Invitational on March 29 to 31 in Snow Holl, N.C. at the Cutter Creek Golf Club.

Cole Taylor of Nipawin and the Park University Buccaneers were in Buckeye, Az. on March 18 and 19 for the Showdown at Sundance at Sundance Golf Club. Taylor shot 81 and 86 to finish in 38th place, the team was eighth.

They are Prescott, Az. for the OUAZ Invitational on March 24 and 25 at Antelope Hills Golf Club.

Carter Bell of Saskatoon was in Alameda, Ca. from March 11 and 12 for the Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout alongside the Dominican University of California Penguins golf team.

Bell tied for 60^th with a 54-hole score of 226 (79, 76, 71). His team was 13^th. Their next tournament is the Hanny Stanislaus Invitational in Turlock, Cal. on March 25 and 26.

Darien Herlick has chosen his college where he will earn his degree and play collegiate golf.

The Weyburn product signed with the Minot State University (MSU) Beavers earlier this winter. He will join fellow Golf Kenosee member Winston Grayson at the school beginning in September.

Herlick said he will study Business while at MSU and wants to stay in golf for as long as possible.

After a fifth-place finish a season ago at the Saskatchewan Junior Men’s Championship, the 18-year-old is preparing to take a run at the gold medal in Yorkton in the first week of July.

Herlick spoke with Golf Saskatchewan about the commitment.

Get ready to tee off in style as PUMA Golf unveils the latest PUMA Golf x Arnold Palmer Collection.

Known for his unparalleled charisma and impeccable fashion sense, The King himself continues to inspire generations of golfers and style mavens alike.

In a celebration of Arnie’s enduring legacy, this collaboration pays homage to The King’s iconic influence on the game and its fashion evolution, blending timeless charm with a dash of contemporary flair.

Designed to turn heads on and off the course, the PUMA Golf x Arnold Palmer Collection features sleek and sophisticated looks that redefine golf fashion. From classic polos to stylish caps and limited-edition footwear, each piece exudes the essence of Arnie’s signature style.

PUMA athlete Rickie Fowler, who shared a special bond with the late Mr. Palmer, will proudly sport the collection at the Arnold Palmer Invitational at Bay Hill, honoring The King’s unparalleled legacy with every swing.

“We’re thrilled to collaborate with the Arnold Palmer team to bring the AP Collection to life,” said Chris MacNeill, Team Head of PLM – Golf Apparel & Accessories at PUMA Golf. “Our aim is to capture the essence of Mr. Palmer’s timeless style, blending classic colors and premium materials to create pieces he’d be proud to wear himself.”

The 2024 Spring/Summer PUMA Golf x Arnold Palmer collection features a stunning lineup of six polos, a sleek full-zip jacket, pleated shorts, stylish caps, a chic golf visor, and four limited-edition footwear styles. Each piece bears the iconic umbrella logo, celebrating The King’s lasting legacy and setting the LE shoes apart with their unique flair.

Among the highlights are the PHANTOMCAT NITRO™ version, boasting cutting-edge technology, and the Avant version, crafted from premium waterproof leather and sporting a sophisticated color palette.

Get ready to elevate your golf game and channel your inner Arnie because the Arnold Palmer Collection hits online and retail stores on March 4, 2024. Don’t miss your chance to score these stylish pieces and make a statement on the green!

For more information on the 2024 PUMA GOLF x Arnold Palmer Collection, visit ca.pumagolf.com.

2023 Annual Report & Financial Statements are now available.

Canadian Golf Hall of Fame Member Doug Roxburgh Named an Honorary Life Governor with Golf Canada in recognition of his remarkable contributions to the sport.

CPKC Women’s Open Volunteers Cheryl Lee & Carolyn Naylor recognized as 2023 Co-Recipients of the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award

Longtime Volunteer and junior golf supporter Duncan Mills, Industry Veterans Tiffany Gordon, and the late Denzil Palmer along with former SCOREGOLF Publisher Kim Locke to be recognized with Golf Canada’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award

Golf Canada’s 2024 Annual Meeting culminated on Thursday, March 7 with the election of David McCarthy of Toronto to serve a second term as the 117^th President of the National Sport Federation.

McCarthy, who recently retired as a senior partner at Stikeman Elliott LLP, has been a volunteer with Golf Canada for more than 20 years across various committees, councils, and championships. A member of the Donalda Golf & Country Club, the St. Andrews Golf Club, and the Royal & Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews, McCarthy has served on the Board of Directors of Golf Canada since 2018.

“I am extremely honoured that the Nominating Committee has extended its confidence in me to serve a second term as President of Golf Canada,” said McCarthy. “We are coming off a remarkable 2023 season of strong participation and incredible performances by our Canadian golfers domestically and on the world stage. We are also excited to introduce this year an initiative to use golf to promote mental health and physical well being. There is a great momentum in Canadian golf and together with the Board of Directors, our industry and provincial association partners and volunteers from coast to coast, I look forward to helping advance our sport in 2024.”

Based on the report of Golf Canada’s Nominating Committee, McCarthy will be joined on the 2024 Board of Directors by returning Vice-President Adam Daifallah of Montréal, Que. in leading the 13-member Board of Directors who will work closely with Golf Canada CEO Laurence Applebaum and Golf Canada’s management team.

Returnees to the Board of Directors include Susan MacKinnon of Calgary, Alta., Jean-Sébastien Monty of Montréal, Que., Michelle Collens of Vancouver, B.C. Kelly Roberts of London, Ont. and Patrick Kelly of Victoria, B.C.

New additions to Golf Canada’s Board of Directors include Lori Dithurbide of Halifax, N.S., Katie Mahon of Kingston, Ont., Louise Patry of Montréal, Que., Nafeez Hirji of Calgary, Alta., Peter Broome of Jupiter, Fla. and former LPGA Tour player and Team Canada graduate Britanny Marchand of Mooresville, N.C.

For the biographies of Golf Canada Board members, click here.

Golf Canada also announced during its Annual General Meeting that Canadian Golf Hall of Fame member Doug Roxburgh of Vancouver, B.C. has been named an Honorary Life Governor of Golf Canada in recognition of his longstanding contributions to the association and the sport.

As part of its Annual General Meeting, which was conducted virtually, Golf Canada also released the organization’s 2023 Annual Report including its Financial Statements which are available here.

Cheryl Lee and Carolyn Naylor named 2023 Co-Recipients of the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award…

In the continued celebration of volunteerism, Golf Canada recognized Vancouver natives Cheryl Lee and Carolyn Naylor as the 2023 recipients of the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award. The duo served as Chair and Vice-Chair of the Player Services Committee for the 2023 CPKC Women’s Open at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club.  Now in its 18^th year, candidates for the Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year Award are put forth for consideration in acknowledgment of significant contributions to the game of golf in their community. Click here for more.

Volunteer Duncan Mills, Industry Veterans Tiffany Gordon, and the late Denzil Palmer along with former publisher Kim Locke to Receive Golf Canada’s 2024 Distinguished Service Award…

Golf Canada announced that four accomplished golf contributors – volunteer and junior golf supporter Duncan Mills of Edmonton, Alta., respected PGA of Canada professional Tiffany Gordon of Calgary, Alta., former SCOREGOLF Publisher Kim Locke of Toronto and the late Denzil Palmer, the longtime respected club manager who spent nearly 30 years as General Manager and Secretary of Royal Montreal Golf Club – will be acknowledged for their tremendous contributions to the sport as the 2024 recipients of Golf Canada’s Distinguished Service Award. The presentation of the Distinguished Service Award will be celebrated in person with the recipients later this year. Click here for more.

Golf Canada’s 2024 Annual Meeting was conducted virtually on Thursday, March 7 with volunteers, staff, member clubs, and industry stakeholders participating.

OTHER NEWS FROM THE AGM –

• Golf Canada recognizes Duncan Mills, Tiffany Gordon, the late Denzil Palmer and Kim Locke with 2024 Distinguished Service Awards

• Cheryl Lee and Carolyn Naylor named by Golf Canada as co-recipients of 2023 Bruce Mitchell Volunteer of the Year award

Autumn Neiszner of Regina competed in her first event of the spring season at the Keiser Cup hosted by her school, Keiser University. The Wascana Country Club member was competing as an individual in the event hosted at Okeeheelee Golf Course in West Palm Beach, Flo. She carded rounds of 80, 86, and 85 to finish in 34^th place.

Neiszner’s teammates took the team championship in large part because Keiser’s Hoi Ki Lau won the event held from March 3 to 5. The Seahawks next event is the Buccaneer Invitational on March 18 and 19 in Miami Lakes. Flo. at Miami Shores Country Club.

Symone Ripley was in Henderson, Nev. on March 5 and 6 for the RMC Intercollegiate at Reflection Bay Golf Club alongside the University of British Columbia Okanogan (UBCO) Heat. The Saskatoon product was 40^th after rounds of 91, 96, and 96. The Heat were third as a team.

UBCO will travel to Victoria for the Vikes Spring Shootout on March 18 and 19.

Max Regier of Saskatoon was also at Reflection Bay competing for the UNBO men’s team at the RMC Intercollegiate. The Riverside Country Club member tied for 25^th, second on the team with a score of 231 (73,81,77). The Heat were eighth overall in the team competition.

Their next action is also the Vikes Spring Shootout.

In Las Vegas, Nev. at Boulder Creek Golf Club Cole Obrigewitsch of Deer Valley was in the field of 100 players tying for 66^th with scores of 74, 78, and 73. Obrigewitch helped the CSU San Bernardino place tied for sixth in the team competition that featured 20 schools on March 3 to 5.

On March 25 the Coyotes will be in Turlock, Cal. for the 49^th annual Harry Stanislaus Invitational at the Turlock Golf and Country Club.

Carter Bell of Saskatoon was on the course this week as well in Pleasanton, Cal. for the Nighthawk Invitational competing with Dominican University of California. The Penguins were sixth as a team, Bell was 45^th overall with a 36-hole score of 158 after rounds of 78 and 80.

The Tim Tierney Pioneer Shootout is next for Bell and his teammates on March 11 and 12 in Alameda, Cal. at the Corica Park Golf Course.

Prince Albert’s TJ Baker battled an injury at his event and was only able to play two of three rounds at the Hardscrabble Invitational in Fort Smiith, Tex. Baker shot 81 in round one, missed the second round and shot 80 in the third and final round at the Hardscrabble Country Club on March 3 and 4. He helped the University of Arkansas – Monticello Weevils to an eighth place finish at the event.

Next up for Baker and the Weevils will be the Men’s Arkansas Collegiate in El Dorado, Ar. Hosted by the Muleriders with Regina’s Will Blake and Luke Cote hopefully in the field at Mystic Creek Golf Club on March 25 and 26.

Lastly, in Sugar Land, Tex. Chase Pochylko and Tommy Danielson were in action for Nicholls University at the Colin Montgomerie-HCU Invitational at the Pecan-Sweetwater Country Club on March 4 and 5.

Pochylko tied for 20^th at minus-1 thanks to a sparkling 67 in the final round, he carded an opening round 75 and 73 in round two to finish at 215.

Danielson tied for 49^th place at 222 after posting rounds of 71, 74, and 77.

The Colonels were 13^th in the team event led by Pochylko and will now hit the road to Kinder, Lou. for the Koasati Pines Intercollegiate on April 8.

Long-time PGA Professional Ryan Danberg has taken over the role of general manager at Wascana Country Club (WCC) in Regina.

The club made the hiring announcement on their Facebook page on March 1 that Danberg would take over for Eric Thorsteinson. With over 25 years experience as PGA of Canada Professional, Danberg spent the last decade at Elk Ridge Resort and said the WCC is full of potential.

“The club has come a long ways in the last three years and I am excited to come in and work with the existing team and really get it to it’s full potential,” he told Golf Saskatchewan. “There’s lots of deep history here and obviously strong players.”

Aside from his lead roles at three golf clubs in Danberg’s career he also spent five years as the manager for the city of Melfort. He also served as president of the PGA of Saskatchewan in 2012-13 and in 2023 was awarded the Queen’s Jubilee Award of Saskatchewan for his work in municipality management and the PGA.

In the last few years the WCC has expanded beyond golf to service their membership with “signature events” such as a concert series, plus other winter activities when golf is unplayable. Danberg said he wants to use his experience to elevate all aspects of the club alongside golf.

“With my resort background and coming in here expanding the offering of the country club to be a year-round facility is something that has been very welcomed in the past by the membership and I think we’re looking to expand that even more. It’s very nice to say that in a country club setting it is a pretty memorable unique experience out here right now, even at this time of year,” he said.

50^th playing of Canada’s National Women’s Open Championship returns to Calgary

Golf Canada, in partnership with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) is pleased to release the full selection of ticket options for the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open taking place July 23-28 at the historic Earl Grey Golf Club in Calgary.

Thirteen-time LPGA Tour winner and CPKC Ambassador Brooke Henderson along with defending champion Megan Khang are among early headliners set to compete with the top players in the Race to CME Globe standings for the first time at Earl Grey. The 2024 event will mark the fourth time that the City of Calgary will play host and seventh time for the province of Alberta.

CLICK HERE TO SECURE YOUR TICKETS BEFORE THEY SELL OUT!

“The early response from the local community has been outstanding and we are looking forward to returning to the City of Calgary in July for the first time since 2016 for the 50th playing of our National Women’s Open Championship,” said CPKC Women’s Open Tournament Director Ryan Paul. “Earl Grey is a beautiful golf course and will provide a great test for the world’s most talented players. Golf fans will be in for a memorable week in Calgary. The CPKC Women’s Open is one of the top three women’s sporting events in Canada, don’t miss out on your chance to see these amazing athletes live.”

One of Canada’s premier annual sporting events, the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open returns to Calgary riding momentum from being named the LPGA Tour’s Tournament of the Year back-to-back years in 2022 and 2023. The 2023 tournament also won additional awards for Best Sponsorship Activation and Best Volunteer Appreciation at Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club in Vancouver.

Fans of all ages will once again be able to experience the week-long celebration of golf highlighted by The Rink on the 17th hole at Earl Grey, and a variety of food and patio experiences at The Fare Way featuring the Keg.

CPKC will once again leave a meaningful legacy in the host community through its CPKC Has Heart Campaign. The official charitable partner of the 2024 CPKC Women’s Open is Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation. Last year, CPKC raised nearly $3.5 million for children’s heart health with donations of $2.9 million to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation and $580,000 to the Royal Inland Hospital (PIH) Foundation.

 As part of the championship’s commitment to junior golf, admission all week is free for youth aged 12-and-under. General admission tickets provide access to the golf course and enjoy fan activations throughout the property and experience the thrill of major professional golf.

Upgraded ticket experiences including corporate hospitality packages and premium guest hosting are also available.

Click here to sign up for the CPKC Women’s Open newsletter and be among the first notified for future announcements and updates.

Make sure you are part of the action in Calgary!

Visit www.cpkcwomensopen.com/tickets/ to secure your tickets before they sell out!

Will Danielson of Saskatoon has a top-15 performance in the books after this week’s Milsaps College scheduled event in Houston, Tex. Competing for the Majors at the Gus Wortham Park Golf Course on Feb. 26 and 27, the Riverside Country Club member rattled off rounds of 71, 78, and 76 for a score of 225, leaving the Milsaps junior tied for 13^th at the Space City Classic.

The Majors as a team were sixth in the 10 team field. Next up is the Wolf Pack Invitational in New Orleans at the English Turn Golf and Country Club on April 8 and 9.

Cole Obrigewitsch had the second highest placing for a Saskatchewan student-athlete this week as the spring collegiate season continues in the United States.

The Deer Valley product was in Borrego Springs, Cal. from Feb. 26 to 28 competing in the Battle of the Desert for California State University San Bernardino. Obrigewitsch carded rounds of 76, 70, and 72 for a 54-hole score of 218, good enough for a 15^th place finish.

The Coyotes tied for third in the team competition as well at the Rams Hill Golf Club that was played at 6,955 yards. The Las Vegas Desert Classic at Boulder Creek Golf Club on March 4 and 5.

Tommy Danielson and Chase Pochylko continue to improve at the Div. 1 level with Nicholls University. Pochylko led the team with a tie for 20^th at the 2024 Gulf Coast Collegiate in New Orleans at the same club Tommy’s brother Will and Milsaps will compete at next event.

Pochylko got better every round going 77, 76, and 75 for a three round total of 228. Danielson shot 77 in round one, 82 during the middle round, and 81 in round three for a score of 240, he was tied for 66^th.

The Colonels were 12^th as a team at the event and will now travel to Sugar Land, Tex. for the HCU Colin Montgomerie Invitational on March 4 and 5.

In Victoria, Tex. on Feb. 26 and 27, the University of Houston-Victoria hosted their home event at Victoria Country Club, with Edson’s Cort Tunall in the field. Rounds of 79, 78, and 84 secured Tunall spot at 46^th overall at 241. He was competing as an individual in the tournament.

His teammates placed second overall in the squad competition. Next up is the Schreiner Shoot-Out at Comanche Trace Golf Club in Kerrville, Tex. on March 4 and 5.

Several other players will make their spring season debuts on March 4.

Golf Saskatchewan is thrilled to announce a multi-year partnership with PUMA Golf seeing the brand as the official apparel and footwear of the organization.

All Team Saskatchewan competitors, volunteers, and staff will wear PUMA’s extensive performance apparel and footwear while representing the province in Saskatchewan or at national championships.

Dwayne Boecker, Head of Golf at COBRA PUMA GOLF – Canada said the company is happy to become partner with Golf Saskatchewan.

“We are very pleased to partner with Golf Saskatchewan and support the strong contingent of talented athletes and staff within the province. It is a great opportunity to strengthen our connection with Saskatchewan’s top amateur players and we look forward to watching them succeed while sporting the iconic PUMA Cat.”

PUMA Golf is also the official apparel and headwear partner of Golf Canada’s National Team Program as well as the title sponsor of Golf Canada’s Junior Skills Challenge events. Golf Saskatchewan Executive Director Brian Lee said adding a familiar brand supporting at the Canadian level now partnering with Golf Saskatchewan is exciting.

“There is no doubt PUMA Golf is one of the industry leaders in footwear, apparel, and equipment,” Lee stated. “To have our team players, our staff, and volunteers clothed by such a historic and significant company in the world of golf is fantastic. Every time a player is at an event representing the province, or one of our events is being conducted, we want everyone to act professional, and look their best, this partnership will enrich the opportunity and we couldn’t be more excited.”

To view the latest styles from PUMA Golf, please visit ca.pumagolf.com. You can also follow PUMA Golf on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter/X.

Plus, enhanced sharable scorecard graphic now available.

Accessing the Official R&A Rules of Golf has become easier as Golf Canada has integrated them into its popular Golf Canada Mobile App.

This inclusion allows golfers of all levels and abilities to quickly reference the Official Rules of Golf and find answers to common situations that emerge on the course through the Player’s Rule Finder.

With nearly 30 diagrams and over 50 how-to videos, golfers will reduce confusion and uncertainty by learning the ins-and-outs of the game directly from the R&A. Along with the USGA, the R&A has been golf’s leading governing body responsible for the rules of the game.

“The integration into the Golf Canada Mobile App allows more straightforward access to the rules of golf,” said Mary Beth McKenna, Director, Amateur Championships and Rules, Golf Canada.

“Golfers will be able to determine the specific rule-related situations they encounter on the course more easily through the Player’s Rules Finder interface. In addition to the rules of golf, there are resources on committee procedures and the Rules of Amateur Status, amongst other helpful tools. To provide access to even more Canadian golfers, the app is available in both English and French,” added McKenna.

With more than 300,000 Canadian golfers using the Golf Canada Mobile App on an annual basis to post scores, find courses from coast-to-coast, build scorecards, discover course maps, and specific GPS distances, the inclusion of the Rules of Golf will allow Canadian golfers to access first-hand situational knowledge by applying golf’s official rules during their round.

To view the Rules of Golf on the Golf Canada Mobile App, select “More” then scroll down and click on “Rules of golf”.

Also included in the latest version of the Golf Canada Mobile App is an enhanced scorecard graphic. This feature builds on the August 2023 app feature release aimed to help golfers stay connected off the course, highlighted by the ability for golfers to post images and videos to document their rounds.

Increase the fun, shoot lower scores, impress your group by flashing your newfound golf knowledge and share your scorecards.

Join Canada’s largest golf community by downloading the Golf Canada App today. It’s free and available in the App Store and Google Play.