The Nova Scotia Golf Association (NSGA) is the governing body of golf in Nova Scotia. Representing approximately 13,000 members and 58 facilities across the province. Recognized by Sport Nova Scotia as the Provincial Sport Organization, the NSGA’s mission is to develop the future of golf in Nova Scotia while upholding the traditions of the game.
The NSGA conducts multiple sport development programs and services for its members and member facilities, including grassroots to high performance programming; rules, handicapping and course rating training and implementation; as well as 12 provincial championships annually.
The NSGA is looking for an energetic team member for much of the remainder of this golfing season.
Please submit resume and covering letter to jason@nsga.ns.ca by Tuesday, June 15.
2021 CP WOMEN’S OPEN CANCELLED DUE TO ONGOING COVID-19 CHALLENGES
AURORA, CANADA - AUGUST 22: Tee Marker on the 15th tee during the first round of the CP Women's Open at Magna Golf Club on August 22, 2019 in Aurora, Canada. (Photo by Vaughn Ridley/Getty Images)
Due to the current NS Government and Public Health restrictions, we are forced to postpone the Men’s Four-Ball event scheduled for Jun 12/13, 2021.
While the travel restriction within the provinces has been lifted, there are still no games, competitions or tournaments permitted. One could argue that a tournament with progressive starting times is like a regular tee-sheet; however, it is the spirit of the protocols to eliminate gatherings as much as possible.
The NSGA has approached NS Health regarding future club and provincial events. Our hope is to have a clear approach as event dates move closer. We will, of course, share this information once it is clarified.
While Hartlen Point Force Golf Club cannot host this event later this year, we thank them sincerely for their efforts and for allowing us to make a final decision this late in the game. We are in search of an alternate date and host for the 2021 Men’s Four-Ball Championship.
The registration list for this event will remain the same unless you contact us to cancel your registration. Details on event charges etc. will be made available once an alternate date is selected.
Sincerely, Jason Lohnes, NSGA Executive Director
2021 Golf Canada Foundation Scholarships now open for applications!
Jason Lohnes
The Golf Canada Foundation is pleased to announce that the 2021 Golf Canada Foundation Scholarship Application period is now open.
Scholarships are available to Canadian student golfers who have been, or will be, named to your institution’s golf team for the upcoming 2021 Fall season.
This year they are using a new application platform. Applicants are encouraged to ensure they have read through the eligibility requirements before applying.
Applications deadline: July 2nd
We ask that you please share with your networks and encourage your student golfers to apply.
The Nova Scotia Golf Association is compliant with all public health restrictions and guidelines put in place by the Nova Scotia Health Authority and the Nova Scotia Government.
For more information on the current protocols in place, please visit the NS Government COVID-19 information webpage.
For 2021 NSGA Provincial Championships, the NSGA Championships Committee and Board of Directors have put in place the following protocol:
The NSGA will assess each championship 2-3 weeks out of the championship (host club preference). Based on the protocols and restrictions in place at the time of assessment, the NSGA will determine whether or not they can facilitate a championship, ensuring the safety of our volunteers, competitors and staff is a priority.
At this time, if protocols permit events to take place, the NSGA will also assess event logistics (e.g. field size, split tees vs. straight tee times, etc.) Once the NSGA has finalized any decisions in regards to a championship, communication will first be sent out to host clubs and competitors. An official announcement will then be made public shortly after.
Please see below the assessment dates per championship.
EVENT
SCHEDULED DATE
HOST CLUB
ASSESSMENT DATE
CURRENT STATUS
ALTERNATE DATE
Junior Team
May 29
Paragon G & CC
May 14
Postponed
TBD
Men’s Four Ball
June 12-13
Hartlen Point Forces GC
May 28
Scheduled
Women’s AM/SR
July 2-4
Clare G & CC
June 18
Scheduled
Junior Championship
July 6-8
Digby Pines
June 15
Scheduled
Men’s Amateur
July 9-11
Avon Valley G & CC
June 25
Scheduled
Men’s MID-Amateur
July 23-25
Paragon G & CC
July 9
Scheduled
Women’s Two Ball
July 27
Abercrombie CC
July 13
Scheduled
Women’s Bronze
August 10
Oakfield G & CC
July 20
Scheduled
Men’s Senior
August 11-13
Brightwood G & CC
July 21
Scheduled
Men’s Senior Four Ball
August 19-20
Granite Springs GC
July 29
Scheduled
University Championship
September 26
Antigonish G & CC
Based on AUS
Scheduled
Should an event NOT be able to take place on the scheduled date, the NSGA will attempt to reschedule an alternate date with the host facility ASAP.
Thank you to the Nova Scotia golfing community for doing your part to keep golf courses open so we can all enjoy the game safely. In the meantime, stay vigilant and safe.
River Hills Golf & Country Club selected as NSGA Regional Development Center for 2021
Jason Lohnes
The Nova Scotia Golf Association is pleased to announce that River Hills Golf & Country Club has been selected as the first Regional Development Center for the 2021 season.
River Hills G & CC and the NSGA will work together to close gaps in golf development at the provincial and community levels, focusing on junior program development, coach training, policy development and identifying various funding opportunities.
Program goals for year one of the partnership including exploring opportunities to enhance already existing programs and assist volunteer coaches with professional development.
“River Hills is excited to be combining efforts with the Nova Scotia Golf Association. With their guidance, new initiatives will include community coaches training, increased player skill level clinics, camps, and competitions.”
Karla Wilms, River Hills G & CC President
The NSGA plans to facilitate various programming out of River Hills G & CC for members in the surrounding communities. Including a Regional Junior Skills Challenge, a Junior Development Camp and various mobile clinics for women and new golfers. As well as a PGA of Canada Community Coach Workshop, as soon they restarts their training programs.
Junior Program Coordinator, Ryan Dixon says River Hills already has such a vibrant and inclusive junior program, and is excited about being a part of the NSGA RDC Program. “We encourage Juniors to learn and enjoy the game through free lessons, free membership, and open access to go play on the course. Having this opportunity to build on our history is exceptionally good news.”
Together, River Hills and the NSGA will increase access to fun and safe golf experiences to keep everyone in the game for a lifetime.
For more information on the NSGA Regional Development Center program, please CLICK HERE.
To visit River Hills Golf & Country Club website, please CLICK HERE.
Kaydem Al-Samawi joins the NSGA as the Program Coordinator
Jason Lohnes
The Nova Scotia Golf Association is pleased to announce that Kaydem Al-Samawi has been hired as the NSGA Program Coordinator for the summer of 2021. Originally from Moncton, NB, Kaydem is currently enrolled at Dalhousie University and is heading into his fourth year in the fall. Kaydem is pursuing a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in Marketing.
Kaydem has worked in the past as a backshop employee at Mountain Woods Golf Club and as a camp counsellor. More recently he has completed two Coop Semesters with Basketball Nova Scotia and served as the Events Coordinator in the winter of 2020 and as the Operations Coordinator in the fall of 2020.
He is excited to work with the NSGA to be able to deliver world class tournaments, clinics and opportunities around the province.
Kaydem will be kicking off his summer assisting with Day-to-day operations, Provincial Championships, and development programs around the province while sharing his love of the game.
Please join us in welcoming Kaydem to the NSGA.
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David Bolton elected 66th President of the NSGA
Jason Lohnes
David (Dave) Bolton, of Ken-Wo Golf Club, has been elected as the 66th president of the Nova Scotia Golf Association (“NSGA”) for the 2021 season. The election took place on Wednesday, April 28th at the NSGA’s virtual Annual General Meeting.
Dave is an experienced leader with an extensive career in the Royal Canadian Air Force and NATO. He is skilled in Government, Business, Strategic and Operational Planning. Having spent many years working in Nova Scotia, Dave, and his wife Debbie, retired in 2016 to Wolfville to be close to their five children and grandchildren.
Dave has been an active member of Ken-Wo Golf Club since 2011 and currently sits on the club’s Board. Over the past four years, Dave has volunteered with the NSGA chairing the NSGA Rules Committee, the NSGA Handicap and Course Rating Committee, and sits on the National Handicap and Course Rating Committee. He has worked many Provincial and National tournaments as a Referee starting in 2014, and became a Course Rating Team Leader in 2019.
“I am excited to be elected the President and look forward to guiding an amazing and dedicated group of volunteers and staff as we prepare the Association for the next decade,” remarks Bolton.
“Covid-19 continues to present its challenges to the golf industry and we remain focused on safety. As Covid restrictions allow we will move from our current cautious approach to reengagement and elevating services to our members and member facilities.”
The following is the newly elected Board of the NSGA:
President – David Bolton (Ken-Wo GC)
Vice President – Geoff Baker (Ashburn GC)
Second Vice President – Cathy Beaton (Antigonish GCC)
VP Finance – Sean Stuart (Ashburn GC)
Past President – Wendy Sentner (NSPPC)
Directors at large:
Bill Macmillan (Hartlen Point Force GC)
Rob Collins (Clare GCC)
Bruce Smith (Ashburn GC)
Jim Oglivie (Hartlen Point)
Karla Wilms (River Hills GCC)
Duan Ash (Grandview GCC)
Alix Digout (NSPPC)
Kent Rodgers (Brightwood GCC)
Kathy Powers (Bluenose GC)
For more information please contact Jason Lohnes (Executive Director – NSGA) at (902) 468-8844 or jason@nsga.ns.ca.
Brooke Henderson wins LA Open for 10th LPGA Tour title
LOS ANGELES, CA - APRIL 24: Brooke Henderson of Canada poses in front of the Hollywood sign holding the championship trophy after winning the HUGEL-AIR PREMIA LA Open at Wilshire Country Club on April 24, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
Jason Lohnes
LOS ANGELES – Brooke Henderson rallied to win the HUGEL Air Premia LA Open on Saturday for her 10th LPGA Tour title, chipping in for birdie on the par-3 12th in an early back-nine burst and getting up-and-down for par on the last.
Four strokes behind leader Jessica Korda and three back of top-ranked Jin Young Ko entering the sunny day at Wilshire Country Club, Henderson closed with her second straight 4-under 67 for a one-stroke victory over Korda.
The 23-year-old Canadian birdied the par-4 11th to take the lead at 15 under, hitting a 144-yard shot to 3 feet of the back, right pin. She holed out from 70 feet from right and below the green on 12, and made a 6-foot birdie putt on the short par-4 14th.
Henderson bogeyed the par-4 17th to cut her lead to two, then chipped inside 2 feet for par on the par-3 18th after her 8-iron shot rolled off the right edge of the green and into a low collection area.
The sixth-ranked Henderson won for the first time since the Meijer LPGA Classic in June 2019. She finished at 16-under 268 to break the event record of 14 under set by Minjee Lee in 2019.
“Just to get it across the line and to have the work that Brit and I have been putting in pay off and be able to celebrate together and get the tenth win on the LPGA Tour is really incredible, and I just — just really happy and just really excited,” said Henderson.
Korda closed with a 72, missing a chance for her second victory of the year after leading after each of the first three rounds. She won the season-opening Diamond Resorts Tournament of Champions in January for her sixth LPGA Tour title.
“You know, this game is incredible and it gives you so many great opportunities. The friends that I’ve made and the places that I’ve been able to travel are really crazy,” said Henderson, when asked about being a role model.
“I’m really grateful that my parents got me into the game and that my sister and I have been able to share this journey together.”
While Henderson made her move early on the back nine, Ko bogeyed the 11th and 12th in a 72 that left her tied with Australia’s Hannah Green at 14 under. The South Korean star was coming off a two-week break after finishing seventh in the ANA Inspiration.
Green eagled the 14th and birdied the par-5 15th in a 66.
Major champions So Yeon Ryu (68) and Angela Stanford (70) tied for fifth at 12 under.
Championship Registration Opens April 1st!
Jason Lohnes
NSGA Championship registration opens Thursday, April 1st, 2021.
The Nova Scotia Golf Association has partnered with Golf Genius in the support of our Tournament Management Software.
The move to this software will present a user friendly experience, with the initial convenience of a single sign in account. In the past BlueGolf required two logins, one for for their system and another Score Center. Now all you will need is your Golf Canada credentials.
To ensure a smooth registration process for all players, please read and follow the instructions outlined below the video.
Here is a “how to” register for NSGA Championships using the new NSGA website.
You will need to know your Golf Canada Score Centre account login information, as this will be your primary username and password to register for NSGA Championships.
Make sure your Golf Canada membership is active and its doesn’t expire prior to the championship dates. To check the membership expiry date, please login to the Golf Canada Score Centre and select “At-a-Glance” from the menu button.
Make sure your Golf Canada Score Centre Profile is current with your date of birth, address, phone number and email as this information will be synced with your new Golf Genius profile
Make sure your handicap index is up to date
Click here to login to your Golf Canada membership account.
If you require assistance in resetting your password and accessing your Golf Canada membership account, please click “Forgot your password or username?” and follow the instructions. You will be able to have your password reset and emailed to you.
If you are still experiencing issues, please contact members@golfcanada.ca or call 1-800-263-0009 [ext. 399].
Golf Genius Registration FAQ
How do I create a Golf Genius Profile or find my login credentials?
A: All players must be Golf Canada members to register and compete in Golf Canada competitions. To sign-in to Golf Genius, you will need to use your Golf Canada membership credentials. Your Golf Canada member number is 10-digits. If you need assistance accessing your Golf Canada username and password, please call 1-800-263-0009 x399 or email members@golfcanada.ca.
How do I update the information in my Golf Canada Membership?
A: Click the “Member Area” tab at the top of www.golfcanada.ca and enter your Golf Canada username and password to access the Score Centre. From there, click the menu button in the top right corner and select “Account Settings.”
A: All players must be Golf Canada members to register and compete in Golf Canada competitions. To sign-in to Golf Genius, you will need to use your Golf Canada membership credentials. Your Golf Canada member number is 10-digits. If you need assistance accessing your Golf Canada username and password, please call 1-800-263-0009 ext: 399 or email
Make sure your name, email, birth date and contact information is accurate. These fields will automatically sync and update your Golf Genius profile every 24 hours. If you require an immediate sync, please contact Operations Manager Bryce Zinck, 1-902-468-8844 Ext: 3
Do I need a Handicap to register for competitions?
A: Yes, each player will need an active Handicap Index to register for competitions. To obtain an initial Handicap Index, players must submit acceptable scores from a minimum of 54 holes (these can be any combination of 9 and 18-hole scores).
How do I register for a Nova Scotia Golf Association competiton
A: We have a “how to” video for that! Check out the link here: Video link
My registration currently shows that I am “Pending” How will I know if my registration is accepted?
A: All players will be set to “Pending” after they register. Due to the uncertainty of inter-provincial travel restrictions, all players will not be accepted (or rejected/waitlisted if the field is over-subscribed) until local and provincial health authority approval has been attained to conduct the competition. Even players with a direct exemption may not be “Accepted” until the registration deadline. Once a player is “Accepted,” they will receive email confirmation from Golf Genius and your payment will be processed.
I am having issues registering for competitions , who can I contact to assist me?
A: Please don’t hesitate to contact one of our Amateur Competitions staff for technical support.
