Contents
Vol. 32, No. 3
THE VIRGINIA EXPOLORER
FEATURES
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101ST VSGA AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
For Hurst, Persevering Path
to Contender Status
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Ready to Reach New Heights
Feel No Fear on the First Tee
DELTA DENTAL STATE OPEN OF VIRGINIA
Sullivan’s Sting
Professional Chip Sullivan continues to pursue one of
the commonwealth’s most prestigious crowns.
VSGA MEMBER CLUBS
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Learn how to keep the shoulders and hips strong.
Out of the Icy Grip
Weather conditions have left some layouts in
recovery mode.
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Roll Renewal
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Pinehurst president Don Padgett II remains one of the
most well-respected administrators in the game.
Special Southern Stature
Four Score at Pinehurst No. 2
The shots needed on courses in the North Carolina
Sandhills region can serve you well in any setting.
The best of after-rounds beers are worth sampling.
Gadgets, Gear and Apparel With Appeal
PRESIDENT: Sarah Robertson, Nellysford
VICE PRESIDENT: Isabelle Bunch, Irvington
SECRETARY: Sara Cole, Salem
TREASURER: Anne Gordon Greever, Richmond
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: Fran Wray, Staunton
BOARD MEMBERS: Cyndi Carlson, Chesapeake; Pam Cummings,
Virginia Beach; Deborah Kitts, Princeton, W.Va.; Linda Lumsden,
South Boston; Boodie McGurn, Richmond; Marlea Moriarty,
Dumfries; Kerry O’Hare, Arlington; Kay Tyler, Springfield
VSGA Staff | Jamie Conkling, executive director; Andrew
Blair, director of communications; Josh Coates, assistant director
of rules and competitions; Sarah Fletcher, VSGA membership/
VIP Card Program administrative assistant; Courtney Jones, OneDay manager; Kent Holubar, junior golf manager; Tripp Sheppard,
director, VSGA membership/VIP Card Program; Matt Smiley, director
of rules and competitions; Kirsten Roberts, front desk receptionist;
Natasha Triplett, director of finance and administration; Michael
Walder, director of handicapping; Maggie Watts, tournament
manager; Susan Zahn, accounts payable/administrative assistant;
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Procedural
Principles
Being aware of your rights
under the Rules of Golf
can be an asset.
MY TURN
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List of
Commonwealth
Greats Form
Impressive ‘Mount
Rushmore’ of
Virginia Golf
A host of iconic names have
helped further golf in Virginia.
ON THE COVER: Photo of Jon
Hurst by Andrew Harnik/Andrew
Harnik Photography
New products are made for comfort and convenience.
Virginia Golfer is the official publication of the Virginia State Golf Association, a non-profit organization serving all golfers in Virginia.
VSGA Women’s Division Officers
THE RULES
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Round Requests
VSGA-VIP
SCHOLARSHIP
FOUNDATION
PRESIDENT: Gib Palmer, Midlothian
VICE PRESIDENT: Bruce H. Matson, Richmond
SECRETARY: Michael Millen, Charlottesville
TREASURER: Gary Beck, Virginia Beach
IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT: E. Lee Coble, Richmond
TOURNAMENT CHAIRMAN: Tim Rash, Midlothian
BOARD MEMBERS: Michael W. Ancel, Newport News; Dr. Erik
Ervin, Radford; Craig Groenendaal, Centreville; Wayne Harris,
Lynchburg; Linda Lumsden, South Boston; Brian Maloney,
Reston; Bill Millsaps, Richmond; Ray Montgomery, Clifton; Karl
Quinn, Chesapeake; Sarah Robertson, Nellysford; Terry Towler,
Dillwyn; John Vogel, Richmond; Grover Walker, Great Falls;
Richard Wight, Virginia Beach; Michael Wise, Roanoke
GENERAL COUNSEL: Vernon E. Inge Jr. (LeClairRyan)
The par-4 11th hole at
Mattaponi Springs Golf Club.
A look back at Norfolk native Curtis Strange's last
national championship victory 25 years ago.
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