IAGA Quick Hits – 9.26.24

CSF Awards Dinner Celebrates Clubs and Contributors

Story from New Jersey State Golf Association

The NJSGA Caddie Scholarship Foundation recently held its annual Appreciation and Awards Dinner at Upper Montclair Country Club, celebrating 77 years of providing scholarships to caddies pursuing higher education. Highlights included recognizing the top contributing clubs, with Baltusrol Golf Club and Echo Lake Country Club among the leaders. Echo Lake Country Club and the Mary Reinhart Stackhouse Foundation were inducted into the Diamond Society for their remarkable contributions. The event also expressed deep gratitude for the ongoing support of donors and clubs, impacting 164 scholars for the 2024-25 academic year.

 

 

Ex-tennis pro Lisa Spain Short Goes Long on Golf Ambition

Story from Global Golf Post Women

Lisa Spain Short’s remarkable journey from tennis pro to competitive golfer showcases her resilience. After recovering from triple-negative breast cancer and undergoing chemotherapy, she turned to golf on the encouragement of her son. Six years later, she competed in her first USGA championship, the U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur. Short, a former NCAA tennis champion, has embraced the challenges of golf with the same determination that defined her tennis career, setting competitive goals as she continues to excel in the sport.

 

Setting the Standard

Story from Colorado Golf Association

The 2024 BMW Championship at Castle Pines Golf Club set a new fundraising record for the Evans Scholarship for caddies, potentially nearing $8 million in donations. Over 125,000 attendees supported the event, with proceeds helping fund scholarships for teenage caddies who excel in academics, leadership, and financial need. This year’s success highlights the dedication of the Castle Pines community, with exceptional service from volunteers and praise from players, fans, and organizers. The event’s future in Colorado remains a hopeful topic of discussion.