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August 19th
The weekly winner in the Senior League was Norm Newman. Dick Cannode was second and Mike Fink and Tom Meyers tied for third. Norm expanded his overall lead in the league and Doug Camper second and Doug Roberts third. Norm has nearly an unbeatable lead with his latest win, but second and third are hotly contested.
On August 9th, MPGC hosted the annual H.C.C.B.A Golf Outing with 32 teams competing from 5 counties! The results are as follows.
Low Gross :
1st - W.I.W.A
2nd - Valicor
3rd- Superior Credit
Low Net :
1st - Schinderwolf, Stout, Crates
2nd - Buckeye Machine
3rd - Ohio Health / Marion General
Just a reminder the D.A.R.E outing will be held this Saturday August 24th, put a team together and get signed up!
August 4, 2019
Good Evening,
The youth league wrapped up the past Thursday with the Drive, Putt, and Chip competition. The winners were as follow.
10years old and under.
Drive - Mason Reffner
Chip - Abbey Schlegel, Hudson Latimore
Putt - Mason Reffner
11year and older
Drive - Quinn Reffner
Chip - Klayton Schlegel
Putt - Breann Vermillion
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Paul Hatcher. Carter Cavalier was second and John Connolly and Tom Myers tied for third. The overall leader still is Norm Newman, however, everyone moved closer to him because he did not play this week. Doug Camper remains in second place and Doug Roberts is third. Carter Cavalier was closest to the pin on #16 for the skills prize.
Summer is flying by, but there are still a few outings left to play in! So get a team together and come out and he’ll support local organizations, while enjoying a great atmosphere with beautiful surroundings at Memorial Park Golf Course. Sign up at the Pro shop or call 419-674-4573.
Thanks
Clint
On Jul 28, 2019
Good Evening,
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior Leagues was Doug Camper. There was a two way tie between Duane Davis and Norm Newman. With his victory this week, Doug Camper crept closer to the leader, Norm Newman. Doug Roberts remains in third place. There was a three way tie for the skills prize between Duane Davis, Doug Cannode and Dave Jessee.
The Pigskin golf outing was held 7/19 with the Team of Travis Temple, Derek Kinnear, Josh Reffner, and Kevin Richenbacker taking 1st place honors with a -14 score. 2nd place went to the team of David Brim, Bryce Fackler, Greg Newland, and Tom Newland.
The Firefighters outing was held this past Saturday with the team of John Krock, Corey Hayter, Jordy Johnson, and Rob Davis taking 1st place honors. With the team of Nick Zachariah, Tim Clark, Tyler Tillman and Todd Hayter nipping at their heels in 2nd.
Jim Newell recently had a hole in 1 on #16, congrats Jim!
On Jul 21, 2019
Good evening,
Roger Crowe was the weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior Golf League. There was a tie for second place between Doug Camper and Roger Crowe. The overall leader continues to be Norm Newman. Doug Camper moved up to second place and Doug Roberts slipped to third. The skills winner was Tom Myers with the longest drive on hole 12.
The 22nd annual McBlack Family Reunion golf outing was held this past Sunday with 43 participants braving the sweltering conditions to raise $883 dollars.
Winners were as follows: men's low gross David Bettinger in a scorecard playoff; men's low gross Carl Sloat. Women's low gross Becky Sloat; women's low net Jane Baker.
Proximity prize winners were: Closest to the pin David Geiger and David Bettinger, long putt Vickie Brown. Long Drive men Bob Osbun and for women Becky Sloat. Closest to the pin on hole 12 in 2 was Jane Baker. Par 3 golf bag challenge was won by Ben Nelson who donated the bag back for next year.
Proceeds benefited the Ronald McDonald House Charities of central Ohio. Over the many years of the tournament this brings the total amount contributed to over 21 thousand dollars.
Many thanks to those who played, contributed or helped with this special event that makes a difference in the lives of those families seeking medical treatment for their children. As always Family First.
The junior league will continue at the course on Thursday from 10am till noon. All are welcome and the cost is $5 for non members.
The course is still looking for part time help in the clubhouse. See Todd Hayter for details.
The Kenton Firefighters golf outing will be this Saturday July 27th. All are welcome to attend. Please sign up at the course, if interested.
On Jul 15, 2019
Everyone scored well with the start of the back 9 and hard fairways resulted in an unusual 4 way tie for first place between Paul Hatcher, Norm Newman, Doug Roberts and Bob Terry. Norm Newman remains the overall leader and Doug Roberts remains in second place and Doug Camper remains in third. The skills winner with the closest to the pin on hole 12 was Doug Camper.
Clint
On Jul 8, 2019, at 08:08, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
Good morning,
Very sorry sending this out late.
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Lanny Dillon with Norm Newman second and Doug Camper and John Connolly tied for third. This allowed Norm Newman to increase his overall lead, Doug Roberts remains in second and Doug Camper has moved into third. The weekly skills winner was Carter Cavalier with the closest to the pin on hole 5 in 3 shots.
The annual 4th of July Flag Tournament was held this past Thursday, with John Krock winning with his flag being planted 130yards out on his 20th hole. He was followed by Ralph Brim in 2nd at 220yards out on hole 20 and Carl Sloat in 3rd finishing his 19th hole.
The annual Kenton Wildcat Football “Pigskin Open” will be held Friday July 19th at 9am and all supporters of the program are welcome to attend.
The course is still looking for some help behind the counter, stop by the course and see Todd Hayter for details.
Thanks.
On Jun 23, 2019, at 20:36, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
The MRDD board outing was held Saturday with 15 teams competing. Taking top honors was the team of Amy Albert, John McEntee, Greg McClain, and Trevor Benson ( not present). In 2nd place was the team of Sean Root, Josh Shepherd, Billy Cozad, and Clint Stuck. In 3rd place was Britton Hensel, Brian McCune, Dean Brim, and Judy Brim.
Monday’s and Friday’s now have a special rate all day, 18 holes with a cart for $24.
On Jun 16, 2019
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Wayne Moon. Mike Fink was second and John Connolly was third. Norm Newman continues to be the season leader and Doug Camper is still in second place. Wayne Moon’s victory this week moved him into third place. Wayne also was the weekly golf skills winner with the fewest number of putts.
The mid season Par 3 Championship was held Saturday. The tournament was reduced to a 9 hole event due to the rain. In 1st place was the team of Doug Wright, and Clint Stuck (-1), and Darrell Reese, Sean Root (+1) for an even par total. 2nd place honors went to the team of Greg McClain and Joey Osborn (E), and Judy, and Dean Brim (+1), for a +1 total. In 3rd place in a scorecard playoff was Rick, Vickie Brown (+1), and Todd, Corey Hayter (E) for a +1 total. A big thanks to Reese and his crew for getting the course ready for the event.
Looking for a stress free end to a hard work week. Come join the group at Memorial Park Golf Club for Couples League on Friday evenings. Don't let the name fool you. You don't have to be an official couple to enjoy the fun. Each week there is a different fun filled scramble format so no one has to have great golfing skills to participate. Special nine hole green fees with a cart rate of $10.00 and reduced beverage prices makes this the place to be. Show up between 4 - 5:30, pair up or bring a foursome of your own. Cost for the league is $30.00 per couple or $5.00 per week as you try it out. This weeks event is a four person "string"scramble. See you there.
On Jun 9, 2019
Doug Camper was the weekly winner for the second week in a row followed by Dick Cannode and Paul Hatcher tied for second. Doug Camper’s victory vault him into second place in the overall standings. Norm Newman continues to lead and Dick Cannode has moved up to third place. The weekly skills winner was Tom Myers.
The sign up for the midseason Par-3 championship is still up at the course for any member wanting to participate.
The signup for the junior clinic sponsored by Dr Kate Johnson is posted at the course
There will be two sessions on Tuesday June 18th
On Jun 2, 2019
The signup for the junior clinic sponsored by Dr Kate Johnson is posted at the course
There will be two sessions on Tuesday
On Jun 2, 2019
Good Evening,
In Spring League action, the team of Brian McFadden, Dean Brim, Jeff Butcher, Lew Hanna, and Tami McFadden take 1st place with a 37 under. In second place the team of Paul Coker, Reggie Sampson, Bryant Piper, Andy Tudor, and Joni Rensing with a 32 under 3rd place the team of Brad Hanna, Todd Hayter, Doug Wright, Don Dodds, and Judy Brim with a 29 under.
The Sr. League played the original course with a par three format because of the wet cart path only conditions. The weekly winner was Doug Camper and Norm Newman and Doug Roberts tied for second. Norm Newman continues to lead the league with Tom Myers second and Doug Roberts third. The par three scores will not be used in the handicap calculation, but the points earned will count toward the league standings.
The Kenton High School Golf Team Outing was held Saturday June 1st, with 13 teams competing. The team of Mike Fink, Dick Cannode, Doug Roberts, and Rob Longbrake took home 1st place honors with 13 under 59. Just behind were 2 teams tied at 12 under par, with the team of Don Dearing, Cole Dearing, T.Hobensack, and Drew Hobensack, won in a scorecard playoff over the team of Britton Hensel, Dean Brim, Eric Henley, and Kim Butcher. The lone skin was an eagle on hole number 5 by the team of Greg McClain, Jane Baker, Doug Williams, and Jason Williams.
August 11th
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Lanny Dillon. Second place was Karl McNeal and a three way tie for third with Mike Fink, Norm Newman and Marv Sallee. There is no change in the overall leadership with Norm Newman leading, Doug Camper second and Doug Roberts third.
Summer is flying by, but there are still a few outings left to play in! So get a team together and come out and he’ll support local organizations, while enjoying a great atmosphere with beautiful surroundings at Memorial Park Golf Course. Sign up at the Pro shop or call 419-674-4573.
Good Evening,
The youth league wrapped up the past Thursday with the Drive, Putt, and Chip competition. The winners were as follow.
10years old and under.
Drive - Mason Reffner
Chip - Abbey Schlegel, Hudson Latimore
Putt - Mason Reffner
11year and older
Drive - Quinn Reffner
Chip - Klayton Schlegel
Putt - Breann Vermillion
Group picture attached.
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The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Paul Hatcher. Carter Cavalier was second and John Connolly and Tom Myers tied for third. The overall leader still is Norm Newman, however, everyone moved closer to him because he did not play this week. Doug Camper remains in second place and Doug Roberts is third. Carter Cavalier was closest to the pin on #16 for the skills prize.
Summer is flying by, but there are still a few outings left to play in! So get a team together and come out and he’ll support local organizations, while enjoying a great atmosphere with beautiful surroundings at Memorial Park Golf Course. Sign up at the Pro shop or call 419-674-4573.
Thanks
Clint
On Jul 28, 2019, at 21:09, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
Good Evening,
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior Leagues was Doug Camper. There was a two way tie between Duane Davis and Norm Newman. With his victory this week, Doug Camper crept closer to the leader, Norm Newman. Doug Roberts remains in third place. There was a three way tie for the skills prize between Duane Davis, Doug Cannode and Dave Jessee.
The Pigskin golf outing was held 7/19 with the Team of Travis Temple, Derek Kinnear, Josh Reffner, and Kevin Richenbacker taking 1st place honors with a -14 score. 2nd place went to the team of David Brim, Bryce Fackler, Greg Newland, and Tom Newland.
The Firefighters outing was held this past Saturday with the team of John Krock, Corey Hayter, Jordy Johnson, and Rob Davis taking 1st place honors. With the team of Nick Zachariah, Tim Clark, Tyler Tillman and Todd Hayter nipping at their heels in 2nd.
Jim Newell recently had a hole in 1 on #16, congrats Jim!
Clint
On Jul 21, 2019, at 21:08, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
Good evening,
Roger Crowe was the weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior Golf League. There was a tie for second place between Doug Camper and Roger Crowe. The overall leader continues to be Norm Newman. Doug Camper moved up to second place and Doug Roberts slipped to third. The skills winner was Tom Myers with the longest drive on hole 12.
The 22nd annual McBlack Family Reunion golf outing was held this past Sunday with 43 participants braving the sweltering conditions to raise $883 dollars.
Winners were as follows: men's low gross David Bettinger in a scorecard playoff; men's low gross Carl Sloat. Women's low gross Becky Sloat; women's low net Jane Baker.
Proximity prize winners were: Closest to the pin David Geiger and David Bettinger, long putt Vickie Brown. Long Drive men Bob Osbun and for women Becky Sloat. Closest to the pin on hole 12 in 2 was Jane Baker. Par 3 golf bag challenge was won by Ben Nelson who donated the bag back for next year.
Proceeds benefited the Ronald McDonald House Charities of central Ohio. Over the many years of the tournament this brings the total amount contributed to over 21 thousand dollars.
Many thanks to those who played, contributed or helped with this special event that makes a difference in the lives of those families seeking medical treatment for their children. As always Family First.
The junior league will continue at the course on Thursday from 10am till noon. All are welcome and the cost is $5 for non members.
The course is still looking for part time help in the clubhouse. See Todd Hayter for details.
The Kenton Firefighters golf outing will be this Saturday July 27th. All are welcome to attend. Please sign up at the course, if interested.
Thanks,
Clint
On Jul 15, 2019, at 07:45, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
Everyone scored well with the start of the back 9 and hard fairways resulted in an unusual 4 way tie for first place between Paul Hatcher, Norm Newman, Doug Roberts and Bob Terry. Norm Newman remains the overall leader and Doug Roberts remains in second place and Doug Camper remains in third. The skills winner with the closest to the pin on hole 12 was Doug Camper.
Clint
On Jul 8, 2019, at 08:08, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
Good morning,
Very sorry sending this out late.
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Lanny Dillon with Norm Newman second and Doug Camper and John Connolly tied for third. This allowed Norm Newman to increase his overall lead, Doug Roberts remains in second and Doug Camper has moved into third. The weekly skills winner was Carter Cavalier with the closest to the pin on hole 5 in 3 shots.
The annual 4th of July Flag Tournament was held this past Thursday, with John Krock winning with his flag being planted 130yards out on his 20th hole. He was followed by Ralph Brim in 2nd at 220yards out on hole 20 and Carl Sloat in 3rd finishing his 19th hole.
The annual Kenton Wildcat Football “Pigskin Open” will be held Friday July 19th at 9am and all supporters of the program are welcome to attend.
The course is still looking for some help behind the counter, stop by the course and see Todd Hayter for details.
Thanks.
On Jun 23, 2019, at 20:36, Clint Stuck <clint.stuck@gmail.com> wrote:
The MRDD board outing was held Saturday with 15 teams competing. Taking top honors was the team of Amy Albert, John McEntee, Greg McClain, and Trevor Benson ( not present). In 2nd place was the team of Sean Root, Josh Shepherd, Billy Cozad, and Clint Stuck. In 3rd place was Britton Hensel, Brian McCune, Dean Brim, and Judy Brim.
Monday’s and Friday’s now have a special rate all day, 18 holes with a cart for $24.
On Jun 16, 2019
The weekly winner in the Tuesday Senior League was Wayne Moon. Mike Fink was second and John Connolly was third. Norm Newman continues to be the season leader and Doug Camper is still in second place. Wayne Moon’s victory this week moved him into third place. Wayne also was the weekly golf skills winner with the fewest number of putts.
The mid season Par 3 Championship was held Saturday. The tournament was reduced to a 9 hole event due to the rain. In 1st place was the team of Doug Wright, and Clint Stuck (-1), and Darrell Reese, Sean Root (+1) for an even par total. 2nd place honors went to the team of Greg McClain and Joey Osborn (E), and Judy, and Dean Brim (+1), for a +1 total. In 3rd place in a scorecard playoff was Rick, Vickie Brown (+1), and Todd, Corey Hayter (E) for a +1 total. A big thanks to Reese and his crew for getting the course ready for the event.
Looking for a stress free end to a hard work week. Come join the group at Memorial Park Golf Club for Couples League on Friday evenings. Don't let the name fool you. You don't have to be an official couple to enjoy the fun. Each week there is a different fun filled scramble format so no one has to have great golfing skills to participate. Special nine hole green fees with a cart rate of $10.00 and reduced beverage prices makes this the place to be. Show up between 4 - 5:30, pair up or bring a foursome of your own. Cost for the league is $30.00 per couple or $5.00 per week as you try it out. This weeks event is a four person "string"scramble. See you there.
On Jun 9, 2019
Doug Camper was the weekly winner for the second week in a row followed by Dick Cannode and Paul Hatcher tied for second. Doug Camper’s victory vault him into second place in the overall standings. Norm Newman continues to lead and Dick Cannode has moved up to third place. The weekly skills winner was Tom Myers.
The sign up for the midseason Par-3 championship is still up at the course for any member wanting to participate.
The signup for the junior clinic sponsored by Dr Kate Johnson is posted at the course
There will be two sessions on Tuesday June 18th
On Jun 2, 2019
The signup for the junior clinic sponsored by Dr Kate Johnson is posted at the course
There will be two sessions on Tuesday June 18th
On Jun 2, 2019
Good Evening,
In Spring League action, the team of Brian McFadden, Dean Brim, Jeff Butcher, Lew Hanna, and Tami McFadden take 1st place with a 37 under. In second place the team of Paul Coker, Reggie Sampson, Bryant Piper, Andy Tudor, and Joni Rensing with a 32 under 3rd place the team of Brad Hanna, Todd Hayter, Doug Wright, Don Dodds, and Judy Brim with a 29 under.
The Sr. League played the original course with a par three format because of the wet cart path only conditions. The weekly winner was Doug Camper and Norm Newman and Doug Roberts tied for second. Norm Newman continues to lead the league with Tom Myers second and Doug Roberts third. The par three scores will not be used in the handicap calculation, but the points earned will count toward the league standings.
The Kenton High School Golf Team Outing was held Saturday June 1st, with 13 teams competing. The team of Mike Fink, Dick Cannode, Doug Roberts, and Rob Longbrake took home 1st place honors with 13 under 59. Just behind were 2 teams tied at 12 under par, with the team of Don Dearing, Cole Dearing, T.Hobensack, and Drew Hobensack, won in a scorecard playoff over the team of Britton Hensel, Dean Brim, Eric Henley, and Kim Butcher. The lone skin was an eagle on hole number 5 by the team of Greg McClain, Jane Baker, Doug Williams, and Jason Williams.
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