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Signature Hole: Torrey Pines #18 has more than a little history

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How to use more of your ‘lever’ to get more distance

Quiet Mind Golf – a very clean golf lesson

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The GBN Interview: Mark Stewart, CEO Stewart Golf

New for 2023: Gizmos & Gadgets

Holiday Gift Guide

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Stop cutting grass! Put in a backyard putting green

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Mar 1

Back in January, while some of us were digging out from under another snowfall, Anita Podolinsky from Petrolia, Ontario scored two aces in the same round at her winter course in Bradenton, Florida. The odds of getting two holes-in-one in the same round are 67 million to one. Congratulations Anita!

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Feb 22

Congratulations to Kyle McFarlane who has been announced as the new CEO of Golf Ontario. #thegolfontario

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Feb 2

Great day at Miami Springs Golf Club, celebrating 100 years in 2023. Originally designed by Thomas “Tubby” Martin, the course is pretty generous off the tee but features some wonderful push-up greens similar to some of Donald Ross’ work. They used to host the Miami Open here from 1925-1955 won by players such as Gene Sarazen, Tommy Armour, Sam Snead and Byron Nelson. Miami Springs won’t beat you up, is quick to play and affordable. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area and appreciate old style golf courses. #miamispringsgolfcourse

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Jan 31

Miami Springs Golf & Country Club. Hole 19 Burger. Baby arugula, tomato, grilled onions, ZTB brioche bun, smoked Gouda, tomato chutney, Certified Angus Beef. 👍👍#miamispringsgolfcourse #tuesdayburger

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Jan 26

It’s been a bumpy road for Thornhill’s Ben Silverman. Even his recent win at the Korn Ferry Bahamas Great Abaco Classic wasn’t easy as he blew a big lead, then won in a playoff. Hope this is the step he needs to get back to the PGA Tour. #kornferrytour #golfcanada

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Jan 23

Congratulations to Brooke Henderson on winning her 13th LPGA title at the Tournament of Champions. Amazing way to kick off 2023. #brookehenderson #lpga

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Jan 4

Pinehurst Resort is adding a 10th course to its portfolio. The new course, designed by Tom Doak, will feature rugged dunes with up to 75’ of elevation and be quite distinct from other Pinehurst layouts. The course is scheduled to open in late Spring 2024. #pinehurstresort #pinehurst

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Dec 20

Great news! The 2023 Masters tournament will feature ALL the best players in the world. That means 16 players that joined LIV Golf and were suspended by the PGA Tour but were otherwise eligible, will receive an invitation to play in April

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Dec 2

Golf Ontario has announced that CEO Mike Kelly is leaving early in 2023 to take a job in Southern California. He’ll be missed. Mike has done an outstanding job for golf and golfers in Ontario for 16 years. #thegolfontario

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Nov 30

Congratulations Mike Weir on being named International Team Captain for 2024 Presidents Cup. The matches will be played Sept 24-29 at Royal Montreal Golf Club. #presidentscup #mikeweir

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Nov 18

Congratulations to the CP Women’s Open. #golfcanada

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Nov 16

Scotland voted World’s Best Golf Destination at 2022 World Golf Awards. #kingsbarns #worldgolfawards

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Nov 11

Canada Jetlines will start flying to Las Vegas and Melbourne Orlando Airport in January 2023. The twice weekly flights should be welcome news for Toronto area golfers this winter.

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Nov 11

PGA Tour Canada will stage a new tournament at Eagle Creek in Ottawa next summer from July 17-23.

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Nov 11

JPSMGolf has launched Flat Cat in Canada, a brilliant piece of German engineering, an elegant golf trolley.

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Jun 7

Excited to be at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, MI. First golf trip in over two years. Great to be on the road again. Played the par 3 course called Threetops (so much fun) and the spectacular Rick Smith Signature course. The Fazio course and Jones course will have to wait for another visit. We’re movin on tomorrow as there’s still lots to see and do in Gaylord. #treetopsresort #gaylordgolfmecca

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Feb 22

In Barrie today for some research on an upcoming golf story. Lunch at Flying Monkeys Craft Brewery. Great spot! The Double Burger was excellent. So too was 3/4 of my flight of craft beer: The Mutants are Revolting, Freakshow Crush Hazy IPA and Reapers and Mowers Dark Malt all good. Not so sure about the sour ale. @theflyingmonkeys #flyingmonkeys #TuesdayBurger

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Jan 19

The 17th island green is part of a really strong finish to Pete Dye’s Stadium Course at PGA West - par 5, par 3, par 4. Last time I played it I was 3-2-2 as in 3 off the tee on 16, 2 balls in the water on 17 and 2 balls in the water on 18. It’s still one of my favourite courses. #signatureholes #petedye

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Jan 14

Signature Holes - the 7th hole at Waialae Country Club in Honolulu plays as the 16th for the Sony Open and is well known for the distinctive W formed by four palm trees behind the green. It was the idea of a member who got the notion from watching It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World.

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Dec 9

Congratulations to Rhod Trainor on being named the latest recipient of the OGSA William Sansom Distinguished Service Award. #OGSA #hgcc

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Dec 9

Tiger to return to play with son Charlie at next week's PNC Championship. #tigerwoods #pgatour

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Aug 3

Out with the Bunker Squad again, this time @FridayHarbour. Intriguing story how Doug Carrick turned a flat field into a pretty hilly course. Magnificent greens too! #BunkerSquad , #FridayHarbour

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Jul 16

An awesome day yesterday at Muskoka Bay Club despite several torrential downpours. Thanks to Mark Zecchino and Golf Talk Canada for hosting us. @golftalkcanada @muskokabayresort

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Jul 13

Enjoyed a wonderful afternoon yesterday at Muskoka Highlands in Bracebridge with the Fairways Bunker Squad. Kudos to owner Don MacKay and his staff for the great conditions, especially after all the rain. The greens were magnificent. We’ll have a full review in an upcoming issue of Fairways Magazine. #thebunkersquad #muskokahighlands

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Jul 9

Nothing says you’re in the north more than a moose and a float plane. It’s not exactly a sunny July day but still an enjoyable time exploring Parry Sound for an upcoming travel story. #parrysound

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