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There is no longer a new member initiation fee, so there's never been a better time to join.
You can now pay your dues and register for some Men's Club events online using your credit card. Click REGISTER from the main menu.
You can sign up for:
• Annual dues
• 18 Hole City League
• 9 Hole City League
• 18 Hole Senior League
• Green Haven Challenge
• Green Haven Classic
• Spring Kickoff Tournament
• Handicap Card
You can also register for many other tournaments and events directly from the Green Haven Golf Course website. Click the orange Online Store graphic.
Check out the new Business Directory page featuring ads highlighting members' businesses. You'll find it under MEMBERS on the site menu. To submit your own free ad, see the information at the bottom of the Business Directory page.
There are four primary rule changes taking effect this year.
You may already be aware of the new anchored putting ban, but there are also changes regarding the ball moving after address, submitting an incorrect scorecard and use of artificial devices or equipment.
Click the graphic for more information, or visit usga.org/rules.
Gross Challenge: Travis Lester
Net Challenge: Pat Sharpe
Classic: Brian Brinker & Todd McCardle
Congratulations to everyone who participated.
Congratulations to Randy Grover for his hole-in-one on #14 on August 27, 2015!
The hole was up front, but he wasn't able to see the ball go in the hole from the tee, so he got a nice surprise when he reached the green.
So far, he has the only hole-in-one in a Men's Club event in either 2014 or 2015. Unless someone else adds another this season, Randy will pocket the entire $1,200 pot!
Eric Przyblya won the Club Championship shortly after also winning the Senior Club Championship, earning him the prestigious honor some are calling the "Eric Slam".
Eric slept fitfully on a first day lead, then held on through blustery, autumn-like conditions to capture the win, and the trophy, in the Championship Flight. Travis Lester finished two strokes back to take second place, and Jeff Olson and Shawn Walsh finished another two strokes back to tie for third.
Other winners in the gusty two-to-three club wind were Jay Griep in the First Flight, Jeff Rak and Scott Billehus (tie) in the Second Flight, Jim Stjern in the Third Flight, Rick Guzik in the Fourth Flight and Larry Kitt in the Fifth Flight.
men's club president tony simon presents the winner's trophy to eric przybyla
The competition was tight in the Championship Flight, and Eric Przybyla held on to win by one stroke over Brian Eden. Brian Brinker was four strokes back to take third place.
Other flight winners were:
First Flight: Mike Welch
Second Flight: Doug Dehn
Third Flight: Larry Resner
Fourth Flight: Tom Oleska
Fifth Flight: Jon Gilmore and Al Pedersen (tie)
Brian Brinker carded a solid even par 90 to claim this year's Putting Championship honors. Pat Sharpe was nipping at his heels and claimed second place with a 91. Bill Lester took third with a 93.
Their prize winnings plus the player's pool made for an impressive payout in addition to their well-earned bragging rights.
Thanks to Larry and his staff for setting up another fun and challenging putting course.
Some great scores were posted in the Member/Member, Member/Guest Tournament.
Mike Kinney and Jack Sparks won the Team Game with an impressive net 57. Clayton Johnson and Bill Boyum went on to win the Derby.
Clayton Johnson took low gross honors with a 67, and Barry Deziel took low net with a sizzling net 60.
Congratulations to these two teams who tied for first place in the July Fourth Tournament:
Lee Ingrassia, Dean Bird, Phil Chamberlain, Jim Neilson
Brent Schneider, Dave Clark, John Anderson, Al Pedersen
Eric Przybyla took low gross honors with a solid 69, and Mike Studer won low net with a 62.
The Putting Championship is postponed until July 23.
If you are a qualifier, mark your calendar, and maybe use the extra time to fine tune your stroke.
1 - Be sure to TOTAL all score cards and include any adjustments. This is needed for all Thursday and Tournament cards.
2 - Be sure to have the DATE written on the cards. Cards without dates may not be posted.
3 - Be sure to include FIRST and LAST names on all cards.
4 - Both CHALLENGE MATCH scores and CLASSIC MATCH scores are to be posted and posted as (T) tournament scores. Score cards are to be placed in the score card box located in the pro shop. Be sure to write CHALLENGE MATCH or CLASSIC MATCH on the card to distinguish it from a regular round. If you don't know how to record "gimmies" or when someone drops out of a hole, either go to the MGA web site or ask one of the handicap committee members (Tony SImon, Dan Cowan, Pat Murray (chair), or one of the pros).
The rain stayed away, and some great scores were shot in the Memorial Day Tournament.
Congratulations to Travis Lester, Gary Nelson, Rick Wojciak and Larry Kitt who racked up an impressive 87 Greenhaven Points.
You'll find the complete results here.
Relax after your round. It's so comfortable on the patios, you may not want to leave.
Brand new GPS devices have been installed on all riding carts. The tablet-style touch screens display yardage information to the hole, green and landmarks such as bunkers and hazards. They will also allow communication with the pro shop to enhance the golfing experience. Give them a try on your next round.
Rain showers made the Spring Combo a challenge for some, but some good performances were still turned in. Click here for the results.
The Jurek Cup is an exciting Ryder Cup-style event pitting teams from Green Haven and The Ponds against each other. It will be held July 25-26. Saturday's round will be played at the Ponds, and Sunday's round at Green Haven.
We would like about 24-36 golfers to represent our club. Register by July 1 on the signup sheet outside the pro shop.
POST-EVENT UPDATE:
Unfortunately, the Ponds team took it to us this year. We'll get 'em next year!
It was a beautiful spring day for golf, and scoring was good at the Spring Kickoff.
Congratulations to the two teams who tied for first place:
Brian Erickson, Pat Sharpe, Bob Meyer and John Harwood
Steve Fellows, Brett M Nelson, Carl Hedstrom and Al Norton
You'll find the complete results here.
Beginning this Wednesday, April 1, 2015, all rounds of golf are to be recorded for handicap revision purposes. Handicap revisions are sent on the 1st and 15th of each month beginning April through October. Be sure to check your handicap each time you play. You can access handicaps through the computer in the proshop, check out the paper version in the alcove outside of the proshop, or get the MGA/USGA to email you your revision.
All scores posted must be adjusted according to your handicap. Below you will see the maximum score you can take on any given hole. You need to subtract before posting your score.
ALL 0 - 9 handicaps - double bogey is the most you can score on any hole
ALL 10 - 19 handicaps - 7 is the most you can score on any hole
ALL 20 - 29 handicaps - 8 is the most you can score on any hole
ALL 30 - 39 handicaps - 9 is the most you can score on any hole
ALL 40 - 49 handicaps - 10 is the most you can score on any hole
All registration maintenance has almost been completed on the Anoka Golf League roster. Any 2014 member who has not registered for 2015 will be unable to record scores - you will be inactivated. If you want to get in the Anoka Men's Club and be able to play in league events and tournaments and maintain a handicap, you must return your registration form and dues ASAP. If you do not register, you will be unable to record your scores. All registrations turned in after April 1 will be charged a $10 late fee.
If you have any questions regarding handicaps, contact Pat Murray. If you have any questions regarding registration, there are forms in the proshop.
Green Haven Men's Club is the club to join for great golf fun, friends and competition. The season is packed with tournaments and events, and several leagues are available. Based at Green Haven Golf Course in Anoka, MN.
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