A quick season recap

The day we dread has arrived. Today, the last GHIN revision of the active season marks the official end to the golf season here in Massachusetts, and the beginning of a long, cold winter. Break out the snuggies!

As we wrap up the season, let’s take a quick recap of what a great time we’ve all had…  

Mobile App: Early in the spring we launched our mobile app, bringing us squarely into the 21st century! The biggest advantage: mobile score posting. No more waiting at the GHIN computer in the pro shop. And for those of you who are woefully behind at score posting – you have no excuse now! Download it in your app store: search “MGAhome”  

Evan Harmeling gives back: Evan Harmeling winning the Massachusetts Open Championship in a 3-hole playoff in the rain was exciting enough. He faced his buddy and roommate Chris Fitzpatrick. The story was written. Then he got into the media room, began talking, and the room went silent. I’m talking pin-drop silence. As soon as he said, “I’d like to donate my winnings to The One Fund,” everyone in the room stopped and stared, thinking Is he serious? The Andover native went on to donate his first professional win check to The One Fund. Amazing story.  

 

US Amateur: What an amazing experience. Many of us had the opportunity to head over to Charles River and The Country Club to watch the world’s best amateurs in action. Let me tell you, both clubs had their party dresses on – the courses looked immaculate, and club staff were friendly and accommodating. Scott Guild and Scott Whitcomb were invited to assist with scoring at the Championship, which was a real feather in our cap.  

If you zoom way in and squint your eyes, you can see the ever-capable Scott Whitcomb dutifully reading scores!

MGA Junior Golf Fund Tournament: What a perfect day down at TPC Boston on October 28th! The annual tournament, in its 7th year, once again raised funds to support the important work that The First Tee does in Massachusetts. Our friends from Liberty Mutual played in the event, and said it was “a great time for a great cause.” Once again, the field filled up quickly, and despite a short frost delay, the day went off without a hitch.  


Bob Beach honored with Patriot Award: There are so many great stories this year about golf giving back, and Bob Beach is another one of them. Beach, the head pro at Braintree Municipal, was awarded the PGA Patriot Award. Bob has shown a great dedication to making the game of golf accessible to the disabled, including veterans, and we are so proud to have one of our own travel to San Diego to accept this honor. We'll feature more on Bob's charitable endeavors in an upcoming blog.

Bob Beach (in red) at a Special Needs Golf Clinic over the summer. Photo courtesy of Golf for All

Thanks for tuning in! We'll be posting once or twice per week through the winter months. Feel free to reach out to us with any interesting news or topics you'd like us to delve into.