Tournaments
NORTHEAST OPEN
June 4-5
The Evergreen Golf Course in Nipawin is pleased to be the home of the RBC Northeast Open. The 36 - hole stroke play event is popular with, both the province's top Amateur and CPGA Professional golfers and is regarded by many as one of their favourite courses. The combination of superb maintenance and challenging layout has many competitors returning to the RBC Northeast Open year after year. With the support of title sponsor RBC, the tournament can continue to be atop event on the Province's competitive tournament schedule. The field is limited to 60 players, which provide the opportunity for some exciting and fantastic results.
Our Past Champions are:
2004 - Ashley Ziegeman
2005 - Dean Brown
2006 - Colin Coben
2007 - Jim Born
2008 - Dean Brown
2009 - Torrie Coghlin
2010 - Dylan Hoemsen
2011 - Tyler Frank
RBCOpenResults2011.pdf 2011_RBC_Open_Summary.pdf
LOBSTICK OPEN
June13-14
The Waskesiu Golf Course, home of the Lobstick, is looking forward to this year’s Open. Designed by Stanley Thompson in 1935, the golf course is unique as the Northern Forest surrounds every hole. This distinctive layout, along with undulating fairways, and fast breaking greens, make Waskesiu a favourite to play. Attracting Amateur’s and Professional’s from across Western Canada, makes this one of the elite events in Saskatchewan. The Lobstick Open is one of the few tournaments which has Amateur’s and Professionals competing in a two day medal play event. A rich history of past champions including Gordie Howe, Pat Fletcher and Dr. Bob Reid are just some of the famous names to grace the Championship Trophy. The Lobstick is welcoming Conexus and Great Western Breweries as sponsors of the event which has been ongoing since 1935.
2011_MENS_CONEXUS_LOBSTICK_OPEN_FINAL_RESULTS.pdf
C.P.G.A. of SASKATCHEWAN OPEN June 19-20
Tyler Frank of the Riverside Country Club, continued his streak capturing the 2011 CPGA of Saskatchewan Open held at Holiday Park G.C. in Saskatoon. Frank fired rounds of 68-70 to claim a three shot victory over local amatuer Brad Phelps who carded the low round of the second day, a 68. The low professional was Jeff Graham of Lloydminster who finished in third place with rounds of 73-69. 53 participants competed for the title in the 36 hole event. Thanks to Callaway Golf for their support. The amatuers who placed received gift certificates redeemable for Callaway merchandise.
Previous Champions:
2009 - Luke Sheard
2010 - Dean Brown
2011 - Tyler Frank
PRO LADY
June 27
The Pro Lady has moved to a later date on the schedule in hopes of more favourable weather conditions than have been endured the previous two years.
Elk Ridge Resort, Saskatchewan's only four star resort proudly hosts the CPGA of Saskatchewan Pro Lady annually. Nestled in the Boreal forest, Elk Ridge boasts a championship 27 hole golf course with bent grass greens and tees and white silica sand bunkers. Elk Ridge has proven to be a tough challenge for some of the best golfers, while still remaining to be very playable for the weekend golfer. The course record was shot during the 2005 Pro Lady by Ryan Danberg with a score of 67. The Pro Lady is a team event consisting of a CPGA Golf Professional and three female members from their respective courses. This event has proven to be so popular that some courses hold qualifiers to join the team. The team net best ball format keeps everyone involved while keeping the atmosphere light and fun. There is also an individual professional purse.Elk Ridge's Executive Chef Christopher Hill and his culinary team create a meal each year worth talking about. Prizes for the tournament come from our sponsors as well as the golf shop which carries one of the largest selections of women's merchandise in the province.Experience Saskatchewan at its best! Visit www.elkridgeresort.com for more information on Salacia Spa, Copper Ridge Dining Room, Walleye's and all types of accommodations and activities.
THE LEGENDS OPEN
July 9-10
Opening its doors in 2011, the Legends Golf Club is hosting the Legends Open July 9th & 10th. The event will be open to CPGA and SGA amateur players with a handicap index of 10 or less. As the Legends will be hosting the 100th Saskatchewan Men’s Amateur July 19th – 22nd, the Open will be a great introduction to the almost 7300 yard Legends golf course. The challenge will be tough as the Open will draw many of the top CPGA professionals looking to take home the top prize and claim the title of this inaugural event. This 36 hole medal play event will showcase the Legends difficult layout with thick prairie fescue, intimidating water hazards and undulating greens.Entries will be accepted until July 2nd or until 60 entries are received.
Legends_Open_Results.pdf
PRO JUNIOR July 11
The Saskatoon Golf and Country Club is proud to host the Titleist Pro-Junior Golf Tournament for the 9th consecutive year. The club is entering its 104thyear of existence and is very excited to showcase nine new holes and a new state-of-the-art practice facility. The golf course has been lengthened by approximately 500 yards with the new championship tees. The course has always been known for its pristine conditions courtesy of Superintendent, Terry McNeilly and his maintenance staff. Host Professional, Randy Volk is the cornerstone for this event and always ensures first class service to all its participants. The Titleist Pro-Junior is a very popular event because it promotes junior golf in the province of Saskatchewan. The format is 3 of 4 net best ball using the stableford point system. Acushnet Canada – Ken Rodgers has been the title sponsor for this event since the Saskatoon Golf and Country Club took over this event in 2003. Our 2010 Pro-Junior Team Champions hail from the Woodlawn Golf Club in Estevan, Saskatchewan – Amanda Minchin, Golf Professional and her team Donovan Florek, Haley Lingelbach and Mandie Blichak. Estevan Woodlawn Golf Club seeks to three-peat in the team championship. The low golf professional was Kyle Mulligan from the Lloydminster Golf & Country Club who will try to repeat in 2011.
Past Team Champions
2003 – Wascana Country Club
Professional - James Matravolgyi, Kyle Golowan, Keith Talowega, Tanner White
2004 - Wascana Country Club
Professional - James Matravolgyi, Julie Folk, Sean Kosier, Carter Selinger
2005 - Wildwood G.C.
Professional - Keith Palenchuk, Kalen Brenaut, Carson, Healy, Landon Klassen
2006 - Riverside C.C.
Professional - Cory Schommer, Andrew Johnson, Tanner Hall, James Walker
2007 - Saskatoon Golf & Country Club
Professional - Alex Riggs, Tyler Volk, Mitchell Grauer, Cameron Mault
2008 - Saskatoon Golf & Country Club
Professional - Alex Riggs, Spencer Mault, Mitchell Grauer, Cameron Mault
2009 - Estevan Woodlawn Golf Club
Professional - Brian Dueck, Tyson Price, Taylor Reich, Donovan Florek
2010 - Estevan Woodlawn Golf ClubProfessional - Amanda Minchin, Donovan Florek, Haley Lingelbach, Mandie Blichak
Pro_Junior_2011_Results.pdf
ZONE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP
July18-20
John Greenough, Head Professional from the Deer Valley Golf & Estates, rode his first round 61 to a six stoke victory in the 2011 Zone PGA Championship. Finishing second and third were Jeff Chambers and Brennan Rumancik both from the host Elmwood Golf Club in Swift Current. The first day was highlighted by Greenough's course record and the Junior clinic which saw 60 + kids participate in a clinic run by Chambers and over 30 of his fellow professionals playing in the event. After two scorching hot days, day 3 saw high winds and rain making scoring much more difficult.
2011 Zone Champions
Senior Champion - Scott Knapp
Womens Champion - Amanda Minchin
Assistants Champion - Brennan Rumancik
PGA Champion - John Greenough
CPGA SASKATCHEWAN PROAMAugust 8-9
Moon Lake Golf & C.C. once again nailed the CPGA of Saskatchewan ProAm.The 36 hole event's focus was on the team competition, which featured a unique 1-2-3 net best ball format. Jeff Chambers and his team of Dick Dunlap, Scott Rumpel and Trent McLeary from the Elmwood G.C. in Swift Current won the competition. In the individual Professional side Dean Brown carded a second round 66 to force a playoff with first round leader Kevin Marushak. Brown won on the second hole of the sudden death playoff. The popular "Big Break Style" team skills competition following the first day's play was won by Amanda Minchin's team from Estevan. Host Professional Jamie Windjack and his entire staff are to be congratulated on running a first class event.
WASKESIU PROAM
August 29-31
Waskesiu Golf Course, Home of the Lobstick, is also home of the Lobstick Pro Am. One Professional and 3 Amateurs play it out over 36 holes in stableford scoring. The 2010 event was won by the team of Pat Marcia of Regina and Low Professional was Don Moser of Saskatoon. This event draws teams from British Coloumbia, Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Always a favourite to play, entries fill quickly.
2011_PRO_AM_PRO.pdf 2011_PRO_AM_Team_Results.pdf
PRO PRO BEST BALL September 14
The Outlook Riverview Golf Club returns as the Host of the CPGA of Saskatchewan Best Ball Championship for the 20thconsecutive year. The event is a favorite on the Saskatchewan Tour Schedule for many of the members, due in part to the layout which although short in relative length is a perfect risk reward course suited for the Best Ball format. The event is also renowned for the excellent course conditions provided by Superintendent Cathy Morrow and the traditional serving of Doc’s ribs, courtesy of our Executive Director/Host Professional Ken Morrow. Originally contested in a Head Pro/Assistant format the event switched in to a new format where any two members could play as a team. Although several have been repeat winners over the years, no team has been able to successfully defend the title. Dean Brown and Jeff Gross will attempt to be the first team to do just that in 2011. Longtime Zone supporter Golf Supply House returns as the sponsor. Golf Supply House is a wholesale distributor of golf equipment and supplies to golf courses, pro shops, golf stores, driving ranges, repair shops, miniature golf parks and promotional companies.
Previous Champions
1992 – Scott Knapp & Cory Betz 1993 – Jim Lazarko & Ron Erickson
1994 – Scott Knapp & Cory Betz 1995 – Randy Volk & Shane Jackson
1996 – Scott Knapp & Cory Betz 1997 – Earl Scott & Scott Allan
1998 – Scott Knapp & Scott Tomkins 1999 – Tyler Baker & Dean Brown
2000 – Gord Burgess & Dean Brown 2001 – Earl Scott & Mike Jacobs
2002 – Cory Betz & Kevin Dietz 2003 – Jason Plosz & Davidson Matyczuk
2004 – Todd Zado & Bryan Holoboff 2005 – Jason Plosz & Davidson Matyczuk
2006 – Scott Knapp & Kevin Dietz 2007 – Jeff Gross & Dean Brown
2008 – Ken Morrow & Brad Vinnick 2009 – Randy Volk & Bryan Holoboff
2010 - Jeff Gross & Dean Brown 2011 - Jeff Chambers & Brennan Rumancik