The CSGA Links Volume 6 Issue 1 April, 2018 | Page 6

APRIL 2018
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APRIL 2018

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Contents

First Shot by CSGA Executive Director Mike Moraghan
Are you prepared for the 2018 season ? It may not mean what you think
Inside Scoop
KOTA renews its CSGA partnership , and other news
The New Women ’ s Series Rolls Out
Three events and broader amateur eligibility for the TOC
Danbury Firm Scores at the USGA
Visual Impact has brightened the walls in Far Hills
Championships : Connecticut Women ’ s Open Preview
After more than a century , Innis Arden gets its CSGA major
Links Lessons with George Connor
Mastering speed is the key to making those ‘ money ’ putts
Operation 36 at the Patterson Club
These juniors expect to shoot 36 for nine !
Rules with Howard Meditz
There ’ s no penalty for being nice . As long as your timing is right .
The Golf Course with Superintendent Marc Weston
The real deal with aerification
News from the USGA
All you need to know about the new World Handicap System
Golf & Travel : Callaway Resort & Gardens
Affordable , scenic golf and tons to do off-course
The Guest Lecturer : Jerry Geci
In our new members ’ column , an argument for wintry practice
Cover photo : Laurence Casey Lambrecht
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