New for 2012, Welcome to Golf Month uses PGA Free Lesson Month as its foundation of the program to create a welcoming atmosphere to encourage new players to try golf during May. Facilities may offer Get Golf Ready, introductory programs and clinics, Welcome to Golf Days and Bring a Friend activities and invite golfers of all abilities (beginner through avid) for fun and to make it easier to stay in the game.
By registering, your programs will be listed within the Welcome to Golf Month search on PlayGolfAmerica.com. In addition, PGA members can earn 4 MSR credits for hosting and providing post-event results to The PGA.
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Daryl Batey Selected as PGA Player Development Regional Manager
PGA of America Creates New Positions in the Field to Help Grow the Game
As a major component of the industry-wide Golf 2.0 initiative to grow participation in the game, The PGA of America has indentified nine PGA Player Development Regional Managers in strategic markets across the country. The new Regional Managers are charged with implementing strategies, initiatives and programs to expand the reach of golf amongst current and potential players. Daryl Batey, PGA of Lilburn, GA has been chosen to serve the Atlanta region.
Weinhart Rides Hot Putter to Third Yamaha Match Play Title
Defeats Stevens 5&4 in Final
PGA teaching professional, Tim Weinhart, from Nuclear Golf at The Standard Club in Johns Creek won the final match today to capture his third Yamaha Georgia PGA Match Play Championship conducted at The University of Georgia Golf Course in Athens, Ga.View More
National Golf News
Fantasy preview: HP Byron Nelson Championship
Touring pros don't get paid if they don't play. Similarly, fantasy gamers don't score when guys rest. We're entering that phase of the season during which the value of starts increases. Read my Fantasy Mailbag on Wednesday for more on this critical dynamic in piecing together a league championship.
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Sleeper Picks: HP Byron Nelson Championship
Note: Fantasy expert Rob Bolton provides his list of sleeper picks for every tournament. This week, he focuses his below-the-radar selections for the HP Byron Nelson Championship:
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Expert Picks: HP Byron Nelson Championship
The PGA TOUR travels to TPC Four Seasons this week for HP Byron Nelson Championship. Here's how the PGATOUR.COM experts sized up the top contenders:
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PGA National News
May is Welcome to Golf Month
Welcome to Golf Month starts today (May 1), so be sure to take advantage of this new national initiative throughout May to promote how fun and welcoming your facility is for golfers of all abilities. Welcome to Golf Month is the perfect time for lapsed golfers to come back to the game; new golfers to try the game; and avid golfers to bring a friend or family member to the game.
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In Case You Missed It
You have the opportunity to watch this one-hour special, hosted by CBS Sports commentator and PGA member Gary McCord. The special, which aired last month, shows how the golf industry is making the game more fun and enjoyable while also building life relationships among multiple segments of society. The show has been separated into individual segments.
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