The Gasparilla Invitational is a beloved mid-amateur event held annually at Palma Ceia CC in Tampa, Fla., that begins on Thursday. The tournament's early history is as a professional event in 1932, boasting one of the biggest purses on the professional circuit. The 1932 champion Paul Runyan took … [Read more...]
Podcast: Sean Noonan on playing pro and coaching St. John’s Shrewsbury
Sean Noonan finished his 10th season as the St. John's Shrewsbury (Mass.) coach with a Division 1 state championship. Over those years, the Pioneers have been consistently near the top of the state rankings. Before taking the job at St. John's, Noonan played professionally for nearly a decade. He … [Read more...]
New England men’s state amateur champs now get new prize: Ticket to U.S. Amateur
Qualifying for the U.S. Amateur has always been a challenge. The rigorous 36-hole day battling for just a few spots was often considered one of the toughest days in golf. Considering the event's prestige, it was worth the stress. However, the USGA has made changes to the qualifying standards for the … [Read more...]
What to expect from 12 local Division 1 women’s teams this spring season
The women's college season is nearly underway. During the fall, many teams sharpened their skills and a number of New England teams won events, while individuals took home their own trophies for excellent play. One player who seems to be attracting attention is Christy Chen. The Boston University … [Read more...]
What to expect from 11 local Division 1 men’s teams in spring season
One of the perks of playing college golf in New England is it offers an opportunity to play in warmer weather while the region endures cold temperatures. Starting on Feb. 5, some of the Division 1 teams will tee it up to start their spring season. Golf is one of the rare college sports that compete … [Read more...]
Megan Khang helps headline our January players of the month
The 2024 competitive golf schedule is off to a fast start in warmer climates around the country and the world. College golfers are slowly ramping up and will start playing events in February down south and out west. Professional golf is off and running, both on the men's and women's side. A few … [Read more...]