2021 Halifax Jaguar Land Rover Junior Championships – Player Information
2021 Women’s AM/SR – Day Two Media Release
Day two of the 2021 NSGA Women’s Amateur and Senior Championship was much dryer today however still a bit windy and cool. Scores, on average, were lower and competitors are hoping for a change in the weather forecast for tomorrow.
16-year old Abbey Baker Ashburn Golf Club leads the way on the Amateur side with a two-day total of 154. Heather McLean KenWo Country Club sits just two shots back at 156 and Abbey’s sister, Haley Baker Ashburn Golf Club, is 6 shots back at a two-day total of 160.
Within the Mid-Amateur Division, home club’s Mireille Lewis Clare Golf & Country Club leads this group at 158. Mireille is just one shot ahead of Cristal Romero Eaglequest Grandview Golf & Country Club. Cristal sits at 159 for two days and Jennifer Comeau Oakfield Golf & Country Club closely follows at 162.
Karla Wilms River Hills Golf Club fired an impressive 78 today for a two-day total of 157. Karla leads the Senior Division by 10 strokes over defending champ Debbie Arsenault Eaglequest Grandview Golf & Country Club. Debbie’s two-day total is 167.
The final round of this event begins at 8am tomorrow and fingers are crossed for playable weather.
2021 Women’s Amateur & Senior Provincial Championships – Player Information
2021 NSGA Women’s AM/SR – Day One Media Release
The 2021 Women’s Amateur & Senior Championship kicked off today at the beautiful Clare Golf & Country Club. A cool and rainy day challenged the 57 competitors on the first of the three-day event.
Heather McLean (KenWo Country Club) and Abbey Baker (Ashburn Golf Club) lead the Amateur Division with scores of 78 (+6). Following closely are Abby Wamboldt (Northumberland Links) with an 80 and Sara Cumby (KenWo Country Club) with an 82.
Jennifer Comeau (Oakfield Golf & Country Club) leads the Mid-Amateur Division with the low round of the day 77. Cristal Romero (Eaglequest Grandview Golf & Country Club) sits in second place with an 81, and Mireille Lewis (Clare Golf & Country Club) in the third position with an 82.
The Senior Division has Karla Wilms (River Hills Golf Club) leading the way. Karla fired a 79 and has a five-shot lead over defending champion Debbie Arsenault (Eaglequest Grandview Golf & Country Club).
Day two commences at 8am tomorrow (July 3).
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.For more information please contact Jason Lohnes (Executive Director) at jason@nsga.ns.ca or (902) 468-8844 ext. 1.
WE’RE HIRING!
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
2021 NSGA Men’s Fourball, postponed
| Good Afternoon NSGA Members and Competitors, 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!
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.
For more information please visit our website.
English Application – 2021 Golf Canada Foundation Scholarships
French Application – Bourses d’etudes Fondation Golf Canada 2021
NSGA COVID-19 Championship Protocol Update
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
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. |