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EWGA Boston Chapter Newsletter
Connecting Golfers in Eastern Massachusetts
 
 A monthly newsletter for members of the EWGA Boston Chapter

April 2011 
In This Issue
New Members
Happy Anniversary
Dates to Remember
Spring 1-day Clinic
Biggest Loser
Handicap Note
In the News
Membership Notes
Award Winners
Leagues & Events
Kickoff Recap
Match Play
Sponsor Spotlight

 

 Welcome New Members!

 

Debra Ann Bell
Tiffany R. Benedetto

Gerry Carney

Tania Carter

Jacqueline Corbosiero

Jennifer Guerin
Gina Haigh

Theresa Jundzil
Eileen Logan

Megan Earley McBee
Christine Messer 

Judy Redding 

Kelly Robinson
Doreen Rondeau
Cheryl Schley
Susan Schmidt

Sheridan Sharkey
Janice Skelley
Katherine Weisenreder
Jonna Zimmerman

 

We look forward to meeting you on the links.

 

Happy 10th Anniversary!

 

Congratulations to these Boston Chapter ladies who are celebrating their 10th anniversary with EWGA!

Kathy Borowy
Deb Del Toro
Weegie Dodd
Carol Holley
Judy Kokinda
Mary Kolesar
Kathy LeBlanc
Michelle Mardany
Nancy McKenna
Gail Rao
Eileen Reed
Lynne Townsend

Save the Dates!



  • League sign-up begins:  April 1
  • League Coordinator Kickoff, Golf Galaxy, Burlington:  April 16
  • 1-day clinic, Joe & Leigh's, Easton:  May 1 and May 7
  • League play begins:  May 9
  • New Members' Event:  May 14
  • Biggest Loser deadline:  June 14
Competitive events: 
  • Match Play Entry Deadline: May 1
  • Match Play Begins: May 15
  • New England Cup, Lyman Orchards Golf Club, Middlefield, CT:  June 25
    Register today!
  • Chapter Championship, Red Tail Golf Course, Devens, MA:  July 16 
Stay tuned for details on all these great events.

 

Spring Training

 

Get your game out of hibernation this spring with our one-day game improvement clinic at Joe & Leigh's Golf Performance Center in Easton. The clinic will cover all aspects of the game and include video analysis and an on-course playing lesson.

 

The clinic will be held twice:  Sunday, May 1 and Saturday, May 7.

 

Check out the Golf Education - Intermediate page for more information.

 

Biggest Loser Handicap Challenge

 

Once again we will be holding the Biggest Loser Handicap Challenge this season. The Challenge will run from June 1 to September 15.  Prizes will be given to the 2 players whose handicaps have improved the most.

  

The Challenge is open to all EWGA Boston members who have handicaps  (through EWGA or GHIN).

 

To enter, please send an email, by June 14, with:
  • Your name
  • Handicap system used - EWGA or GHIN
  • GHIN number, if using GHIN

For complete details, visit the Golf Handicapping page.

 

Important Handicap Note

 

Some members are experiencing problems logging into EWGA.com to post a score. If you receive the message 'Skip and renew later', just click it to gain access to GN21 for posting.

 

If you have renewed your membership, the renewal is logged in the EWGA database, so your membership is current and active. Headquarters is trying to resolve the problem as quickly as possible.

 

Watch Your Newstands

 

EWGA member Karen Furtado, was interviewed for an upcoming Boston Business Journal, which hits the stands April 1. 

 

Karen is a charter member of the Southern New Hampshire chapter and has held many leadership roles in EWGA. Look for Karen's comments in the Business & Golf section.

 

Joining or Renewing?

 

EWGA is currently working with their software vendor to improve the sign-up interface and make the process more user-friendly.


If you encounter any issues when trying to use the online system, you can submit your paperwork by mail or fax.

 

To add a second Chapter to your membership, send an email or call 800-407-1477 x10. 

 

Anyone who chooses to join or renew at the new Senior or Young Professional category must submit a proof of age (current copy of ID).

 


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Everyone's a Winner! 

 

Timmermans-Zick Award

Nancy and JackieAnd the winner is... Jackie Corcoran, who was presented the award at Kickoff. In a message to our Board, Jackie thanked the Chapter for the "great honor" of being awarded the 2011 Timmermans-Zick Award. She added, "I am very happy that I found EWGA to learn to play the wonderful and at times very frustrating game of golf and for the opportunity to meet so many awesome women who have become my friends." Congrats, Jackie!  

 

2010 Member Get a Member

  • Top recruiter with 5 new members: CAbbie Harvey, who received a Nike driver.
  • Winners of "recruit a twosome or threesome" contest:  Margaret Crosby, Maria Levin, Erica Lotz, and Gina Kucker, who each received a Nike accessory bag.

Finders Keepers Membership Reward Program

We are thrilled to announce that, for the third year in a row, Boston has won a retention award from AHQ. AHQ said,


"Congratulations! The EWGA Boston, MA Chapter is one of the top winners in the

2010 Finders Keepers Membership Reward Program. Thanks to the efforts of your Chapter leaders and members, you have earned 2nd Place in Division I for the Highest Retention Rate (70.19%)."

 

Our award is a check for $200. Thanks for all of your hard work!

 

Constant Contact All Star Award

All Star AwardEWGA Boston has received the 2010 All Star Award from Constant Contact®, Inc., the trusted marketing advisor to more than 400,000 small organizations worldwide. EWGA Boston is one of Constant Contact's 2010 top performers and most prolific user of its tools, including email marketing and survey products.

 

Gail Goodman, chairman, president and CEO of Constant Contact said, "The Constant Contact All Star Awards are our way of recognizing our customers that have successfully used Constant Contact to market their companies. We have some of the most committed, passionate customers out there and we're proud we can be a part of their continued success."


Thanks to all of our members who read the newsletters and blasts and participate in our surveys. Your engagement is part of what helped us win the award.

 

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Leagues & Golf Events 

 

Leagues

League signup begins April 1 - no foolin'! There are still opportunities for League Coordinators for:
  • George Wright Golf Course, Hyde Park
  • Sassamon Trace Golf Course, Natick
  • Weathervane Golf Club, Weymouth
The Season Kickoff Event for League Coordinators will be held at Golf Galaxy in Burlington on Saturday April 16. Please contact our Leagues chair prior to that date to volunteer - or ask questions.
  
Alternate signup ends on May 7. You can sign up for three separate Leagues at a cost of $25 per league... a great way to play golf this season.
  
Golf Events
The 2011 Event season is just around the corner... All events are listed on the Golf Events Information page and are available for immediate registration. Don't miss opportunities to play at 11 new courses this season - as well as some of our old favorites.
  
We're introducing a new format this season:  Mix and Mingle. Are you a new member? Are you a veteran member looking to meet new women to golf with? Do you just want to mix it up a bit? Consider signing up for one of our new Mix and Mingle events this season, starting at South Shore Country Club on May 7. How it works is this:  playing partners will be assigned randomly for the event, so you'll get to meet and play with some new folks. Look for more of these fun events throughout the season.
  
Event Coordinators are needed for the following events:
  • Hickory Hill Golf Course, August 6
  • Acushnet River Valley Golf Course, August 27
  • Far Corner Golf Course, September 17
Review the Event Coordinators Guide to understand your responsibilities.
  
discountRemember, Event Coordinators receive a $20 discount off their green fees. If you are interested, send an email.

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If You Missed Kickoff...

...here's what you missed. 

 

Diane BaderOn Saturday, March 19, approximately 100 women gathered at Sandy Burr Country Club to kick off the Boston golf season. This year's marquee event featured a cocktail reception, vendor showcase, and a golf fitness presentation by Diane Bader of Joe & Leigh's. 

 

Members and non-members alike shared a fabulous afternoon of laughter and education as they learned about what's in store for members in the 2011 season. The event also featured a fun networking activity called Do You Know?  where attendees had to guess a fun fact about other women. 

  

If you missed Kickoff, there are still plenty of opportunities to join us as we ease into the season. Check out the golf events section on our website, and if you are a new member, don't miss our new member event at the Tewksbury County Club.


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Boston Chapter Match Play 

 

Match play starts May 15 so sign up now! (Deadline for signup is May 1.)
 

How do I sign up?

Email Ginny Evans with your name, email address, telephone number, and where you keep your handicap - EWGA or GHIN.

 

Two weeks prior to the first match Ginny will send you information on your opponent.
 

What is the cost?

There is no cost to sign up - your only cost is the cost of your golf on the day you play.  
 

Where do we play?

The plan is to hold the first match at the Highfields event. You may play your next matches at subsequent weekend events or schedule with your opponent.

 

Visit the Match Play Competition page for complete details.
 

Come and participate in match play as a slightly different way to play golf - it is fun!


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spotlightSponsor Spotlight 

 

Each month we'll feature one or more of this season's Chapter sponsors. These sponsors make many of our programs possible so it's important to think of them first when shopping for the products and services they offer. This month we're putting the spotlight on the New England Golf Guide, who is returning for their second year as a sponsor and Kickoff exhibitor.
  
In its 23rd year, the current edition of the New England Golf Guide lists 670 golf courses, has over 650 pages of golf course reviews, feature stories (one by a fellow Chapter member!), and $5,000 worth of coupons for greens fees, golf carts, and merchandise. The retail price is $23.95 and this year a portion of all sales go to Women's Cancer Research. The New England Golf Guide is available for sale at retail stores, pro shops, and Southern New England AAA locations.
  
NE Golf Guide 2011
  
 
 
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