DAVID ACKER ELECTED AS THE 64TH PRESIDENT OF THE NOVA SCOTIA GOLF ASSOCIATION
NOVA SCOTIA GOLF ASSOCIATION
Director – Bruce Smith
Director – Geoff Baker
Come join us for the second annual Brain Cancer Bash supporting brain cancer research at Dalhousie University.
BRAIN CANCER BASH 
Reception and magic show
Grand Illusion Show with Michael James
Official Welcome
2018 PLAYER OF THE YEAR AWARDS
Player of the Year
Player of the Year
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ZONE
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WINNER
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CLUB
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Western
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Teran Newell
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River Hills GC
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Valley
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Sara Cumby
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Ken-Wo GC
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Cape Breton
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Andrew Cash
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The Lakes GC
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Nova Canso
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Taylor Long
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Abercrombie GC
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Northern
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Abby Wamboldt
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Northumberland
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Central
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Isaac MacNaughton
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Truro GC
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Metro East
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Owen Canavan
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Oakfield G&CC
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Metro West
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Abbey Baker
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Ashburn
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South Shore
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Mark Chandler
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Chester GC
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2018 Annual General Meeting and Notice of Motion
The Strategic Committee was tasked with reviewing and updating our Bylaws, Policies, Procedures and Terms of Reference. The first step was the Bylaws and it has been completed for implementation January 1, 2019. The Proposed Bylaw-2 January 1, 2019 maintains all of the appropriate details that were in the Bylaw-1 October 28, 2012. As you will see that there are very few changes in content, rather the format, presentation and wording have been streamlined to more modern language.
- Adding the Objectives of the NSGA from the Memorandum of Association
- Remove areas that detailed Policies or Terms of Reference.
- Align topics to make the Bylaw easily read and understood.
- Creation of two new Committees (Strategic Planning and Heritage)
- Bring our Bylaw in line with Golf Canada and Sport NS requirements.
- Restructure the Format of the Bylaw.
david@nsga.ns.ca
Doug McEwan honoured with the NSGA Distinguished Service Award
The Nova Scotia Golf Association is pleased to announce that Doug McEwan has been recognized with the Distinguished Service Award for his long- term service and his impact on the game of golf in Nova Scotia.
During the past 21 years Mr. McEwan worked tirelessly as an official, a volunteer and a board member for the NSGA.
He joined the NSGA Championship Committee as an Assistant Tournament Chair in 1997 and served until 1999. In 1999 he became the Chairman of the NSGA Tournament Committee and served in this role until 2001. Then began his work as Rules Official. From 2001-2002 he served as Assistant Rules Director In 2003 he became the Chairman of the Rules Committee. A position he held for 4-years.
In 2007, Mr. McEwan was elected to the position of 2nd Vice President of the NSGA. In 2009 he was appointed to the Provincial Council with Golf Canada and was also elected as 1st Vice President of the NSGA.
In 2010 he was elected as the President of the NSGA and served as President until 2013. He subsequently served as NSGA Past President in 2014-2015.
In 2016 he resumed his position as the NSGA Rules Director and will officially resign from the board in October 2018.
During his time with the NSGA, Mr. McEwan has officiated in countless local, provincial and national championships.
Doug retired in 1995 as a Lieutenant Colonel from the Canadian Air Force after serving our country for 37 years. He lives in Greenwood with his wife Hazel.
Junior two person scramble on Oct 26
Junior Golfers wanted!
Looking for something to do on the PD day on Oct 26.
Please emails academy@thelinksatbrnello.com
2018 NSGA Annual General Meeting
The Board of Directors of the Nova Scotia Golf Association is proposing changes to the existing bylaws. These changes will be voted on at the NSGA Annual General Meeting. The current NSGA bylaws can be found by clicking here. If approved the bylaws would take effect on January 1, 2019.
The Strategic Committee was tasked with reviewing and updating our Bylaws, Policies, Procedures and Terms of Reference. The first step was the Bylaws and it has been completed for implementation January 1, 2019. The Proposed Bylaw-2 January 1, 2019 maintains all of the appropriate details that were in the Bylaw-1 October 28, 2012. As you will see that there are very few changes in content, rather the format, presentation and wording have been streamlined to more modern language.
- Adding the Objectives of the NSGA from the Memorandum of Association
- Remove areas that detailed Policies or Terms of Reference.
- Align topics to make the Bylaw easily read and understood.
- Creation of two new Committees (Strategic Planning and Heritage)
- Bring our Bylaw in line with Golf Canada and Sport NS requirements.
- Restructure the Format of the Bylaw.
david@nsga.ns.ca
Team NB wins the 2018 Atlantic Championship
Golf’s modernized Rules and new Player’s Edition published
Golf’s new Rules have been published by the The R&A and USGA in partnership with Golf Canada ahead of their effective date on Jan. 1, 2019.
For the first time, a new Player’s Edition of the Rules of Golf is being introduced to provide a shorter, more user-friendly version of the Rules for golfers at all levels of the game. This version, which will serve as the primary publication for all golfers, features:
- A more intuitive organization with 10 simplified topical groupings
- A “Purpose of the Rule” description at the top of each Rule, to better define why the Rule exists
- Easy-to-follow, full-colour diagrams and charts to aid in understanding
- A simpler, more direct writing style
The Player’s Edition is being launched alongside the modernized full Rules of Golf book, which includes some of the most significant changes made to the Rules in more than 60 years.
Adam Helmer, director of Rules, competitions and amateur status at Golf Canada said, “We are embarking on one of the most significant changes to the Rules of golf in the history of our sport. Today marks the start of the education process to communicate the modernized Rules with additional resources and publications available to all golfers, member facilities and referees in Canada and worldwide.”
Thomas Pagel, senior managing director, Governance for the USGA, said, “From the project’s inception, our one goal was to make the Rules easier to understand and apply for all golfers. It sets a new standard in the way we write and interpret the Rules and is central to our efforts to ensure a healthy future for golf. We look forward to continuing that process in the years to come.”
David Rickman, executive director – Governance at The R&A, said, “We are delighted to be rolling out the modernized Rules of Golf today. This is the biggest set of changes to the Rules in a generation and a major step forward in our efforts to make the Rules, and the sport itself, more accessible and more in tune with the way the modern sport is played.”
A new Official Guide to the Rules of Golf is also available in digital format and official apps today, with a printed version to be released in November. Designed for golf administrators and club officials, the Guide features Interpretations on specific Rules (which replace the current Decisions) and includes the first jointly-produced Committee Procedures document, providing practical guidance to Committees for running competitions and overseeing general play.
Another key feature is the Modified Rules of Golf for Players with Disabilities. This document is released alongside the Rules of Golf and enables players with disabilities to play fairly with other players with the same or different types of disability and, importantly, with those without disabilities. The Modified Rules were developed in close consultation with the community of players with disabilities and disability organizations.
All of the new books are available in digital formats online and a range of explanatory videos and resources is available on and websites to enable all golfers to learn about the 2019 Rules.
Extensive educational programs are being conducted around the world, with the assistance of national and regional associations, to ensure that golfers and administrators throughout amateur and professional golf are ready for the new Rules when they take effect on Jan. 1.
The process to modernize the Rules began in 2012 with the aim of making the Rules easier to understand and apply for all golfers and to help make golf more appealing and accessible for newcomers.
Some of the key changes in the new Rules include new procedures for dropping the ball when taking relief, the elimination or reduction of several penalties, relaxed putting green and bunker rules, and rules that encourage improved pace of play.
Golfers are reminded that the current Rules of Golf remain in effect for the remainder of 2018. The Rules of Amateur Status and the Rules of Equipment Standards were not part of the review process.
As an extension of its support of the Rules of Golf worldwide, Rolex has made a commitment to support The R&A and the USGA’s efforts to modernize golf’s Rules. The Swiss watchmaker’s contribution to excellence in golf is based on a rich heritage stretching back more than 50 years, forged through pivotal partnerships at every level of the sport, from the leading professional and amateur competitions and organizations to players at the pinnacle of their sport worldwide.
Click here to learn more about the Rules of golf.
Owl’s Head Golf Club set for Future Links, driven by Acura Fall Series
MANSONVILLE, Que. – Golf Canada’s seventh regional junior golf championship of 2018 is set to take begin on Friday as the Future Links, driven by Acura Fall Series gets underway at Owl’s Head Golf Club.
The tournament marks the beginning of the Future Links, driven by Acura Fall Series — a two-championship extension taking place for the first time in the fall of 2018. With the addition, the Future Links championship series now features eight tournaments through the course of the season, each hosted in conjunction with the respective provincial association.
The 54-hole stroke play tournament will begin with a practice round on Sept. 13 before the tournament gets underway with round one on Sept. 14.
Designed by renowned architect Graham Cooke, Owl’s Head Golf Club will challenge the field through its strategically placed white silica bunkers and water hazards on six of its fairways.
“Golf Quebec is pleased to host the inaugural Fall Series event with Golf Canada at one of our province’s many remarkable facilities,” said Éric Couture, tournament director with Golf Quebec. “Hosting another Future Links regional championship provides additional opportunity for Canada’s premier junior golfers to showcase their skills and continue their development. We look forward to hosting this strong field of juniors attempting to navigate the challenging course at Owl’s Head.”
The field will consist of 81 junior golfers with the top six earning exemptions into their respective Canadian Junior National Championship.
Sixty-one boys will vie for one of three spots into the 2019 Canadian Junior Boys Championship from Aug. 11-15, at Covered Bridge Golf & Country Club in Hartland, N.B.,
The Junior Girls Division will see 20 girls battle to earn an exemption into the 2019 Canadian Junior Girls Championship from July 29 – Aug. 2, at Lethbridge Country Club in Lethbridge, Alta.
A tie for the third position will be decided by a playoff following the conclusion of play.
The second Fall Series event and final Future Links championship of the season will take place at Sunshine Coast Golf & Country Club in Roberts Creek, B.C., from Sept. 28-30.
Results for previous 2018 Future Links, driven by Acura Championship can be found here: Pacific, Ontario, Western, Quebec, Prairie, Atlantic.
Click here for scoring, pairings and additional information.