Message from your President
July 23, 2023
--- News for the 18 Hole League ---
Tues July 25: NO KWGA PLAY DAY
(due to the Invited Pro Lady)
Next KWGA Playday: Tuesday Aug 1, 2023
KWGA18 “Ace of Aces” on Marsh* (shared course)
- Shotgun start time 9:00am. Check-in at the tent from 8:00 to 8:40am.
- Two-stroke penalty to be applied to your starting hole if you Check-in late.
- Bring your quarters if you wish to join in any of the 3 pots (Low putts/CTP/chip in). 50 cents each pot.
- If you did not put money in the Closest To Pin (CTP) pot, PLEASE DO NOT put your name on the marker sign at the hole.
Calendar Look-Ahead
Thur July 27: Interclub at Bentwater 9:00 shotgun start.
$60 entry fee. Cash or check payable to KWGA. If you have not already given your money to Carrie or Nicole, bring to Bentwater!!!
Sat July 29: There will be no Legal play on Sat as Tues July 25 is not a KWGA Playday
Upcoming KWGA SUMMER TOURNAMENT
Tuesday Aug 8 and Tuesday Aug 15, 2023
FOREST COURSE*
THIS IS A RINGERED EVENT. Tournament will be flighted. Cost is $10 per person. Gift cards will be presented to the winners on week 2 after play. There will be gross and net winners. Reminder this is tournament - NO ROOT RULE.
We will play the same course two consecutive weeks. The best score for each hole from the two days of play will count as the tournament gross and net score.
You must play in Day 1 of the tournament to be in tournament- if unable to play the second week you will count all scores from Day 1 for final results.
For week 2, you may pick up IF YOU ARE ONLY INTERESTED IN THE SUMMER TOURNAMENT SCORE! If you want week 2 to count for ringers, handicap and course credit, you MUST HOLE OUT EVERY HOLE.
There will also be a Follow the Field for this event. Make sure when signing up, you sign up for the correct event (either Tournament or Follow the Field). Tim will send out invitations for the Tournament and a separate invitation will go out for the Follow the Field. A second invitation will not go out for Aug 15 of the tournament.
Results of “S & T’s” held Tues July 18, 2023
KWGA 18
Marsh
24 Players
WINNERS: To Par Net
Chris Crawford -5
Carol Feller -1
Karen Buchler -1
Kristin Shelton -1
Jenny Micheletti E
Carrie Faulkner 1
Debbie Bradley 1
Congratulations! Above Winners will receive $4 Gift Card Credit
POTS
CTP
Hdcp 0-24: Carrie Faulkner
Hdcp 25&up: Annette Wood
Low Putts
Hdcp 0-24: Carrie Faulkner 32 Chris Crawford 32
Hdcp 25 & up: Corinne Sorge 36 Annette Woods 36
Chip Ins
Corinne Sorge #2
LPGA Amateur Golf Association - Houston Chapter
They are the recreational amateur arm of the LPGA family. As one of largest women’s golf amateur communities in the world, they provide organized playing and learning opportunities for members of all ages and abilities through a variety of local and national events. As a member, you are connected to thousands of other members globally. Whether you are a beginner taking your first lesson, returning to the game after some time, or a lifelong golfer, you will find a welcoming community and home with the LPGA Amateurs.
Nicole Goldman invites you to the Houston Chapter’s 30th Anniversary Celebration!
Non-members can come as her guest, but it is $70 per person. Go to the website to check out the association and to register for the event.
Here are five keys for playing golf in extreme heat, according to some LPGA Tour players.
Golf Magazine - 2021
1. Increase electrolyte intake
When the temperatures are high, you will sweat at an increased rate. To deal with this excess perspiration, it’s important to increase your electrolyte intake throughout your round.
“You lose energy if you’re not drinking the right stuff,” LPGA Tour-winner Mel Reid says. “Hydration is key.”
2. Conserve your energy
If you are planning a round in the intense heat, make sure you don’t overexert yourself before the round. Get plenty of rest if you are planning on playing in extreme conditions.
“You really have to conserve your energy and stay hydrated out there,” Gabi Ruffels says. “Those are definitely the two most important things.”
3. Don’t underestimate the heat
It can be easy to trick yourself into thinking your blood sugar is well-balanced and then falling victim to malnutrition later in your round. Often by the time you start to feel the effects of being behind on food and drink, it’s already too late. You have to be proactive about keeping yourself energized if you want to keep your performance levels up.
“Snack a lot,” says 2020 Women’s Open champion Sophia Popov. “You can underestimate the amount of calories you’re burning out there and the amount of energy you need. Because of the heat, I can’t eat quite as much, but I eat a lot more often during my rounds.”
4. Stick to a routine
You need to be constantly fueling yourself throughout the round. Don’t wait until you’re hungry or thirsty to start your intake. Instead, get into a consistent routine while you play to keep the nutrients in your body.
“I drink about a water every hole or two holes out here,” Lexi Thompson says. And when I get my rounds going, I’ll make sure to eat every two, three holes.”
5. Eat the right stuff
It’s important to keep your body fueled, but if you are feeding it the wrong things, it can be detrimental to your performance as well.
“You’ve got to keep your energy up,” Reid says. “But if you have something heavy, it slows you down a little bit. Little snacks like protein balls or bananas are great for me.”