Tampa Bay Golf News

Instruction to be offered when The Dunes Golf Club at Seville reopens Print E-mail
Tuesday, 06 May 2008

Steve LaFalce, owner and PGTAA Master Teaching Professional will make an instruction schedule available at soon to reopen Dunes Golf Club at Seville off US Hwy 19 in Brooksville, Florida. 

Full-hour and half-hour appointments will be available on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings from 7:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. during the months of June, July, August and September and on each Sunday in June, there will be a complimentary video swing analysis for all players at a designated par 3 hole. 

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Florida State Golf Association acquires Florida Open Print E-mail
Wednesday, 30 April 2008

TAMPA - The Florida State Golf Association (FSGA) is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Florida Open. The FSGA will begin conducting the Florida Open in 2009. There will not be a Florida Open this year.Florida Open
 
“The FSGA has acquired the Florida Open in an effort to restore the event to its former status as the State’s premier Championship for professionals and amateurs,” said Jim Demick, FSGA Executive Director. “The FSGA will work very closely with the PGA Sections and the PGA members of Florida to develop a first-class championship to predominately include Florida Section Professionals, amateurs and some non-affiliated professionals." 

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GolfLocker.com Retail Superstore Now Open in Tampa Print E-mail
Saturday, 26 April 2008

GolfLocker.com Retail Superstore Now Open in TampaGolfLocker.com Superstore, one of the country’s leading online retailers of golf shoes and golf apparel, has now opened its first retail superstore right here in Tampa, FL. The store is located at 10005 N. Dale Mabry Highway.

Golf Locker specializes in golf shoes and golf apparel, but also carries golf bags, gloves, rain gear, socks, balls and more from the major brands in golf including FootJoy, Titleist, Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, Greg Norman and others.

The new retail superstore is 10,000 square feet packed with more golf shoes and golf apparel than you can imagine. Golf Locker stocks over 10,000 pairs of shoes for men, women and juniors. They carry the latest models and also specialize in closeouts and hard-to-fi nd deals. Golf Locker even carries FootJoy dress and casual shoes. 

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Simulated golf in Hudson helps players tune up Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

HUDSON, Fla. - I didn't need a computer to tell me that my golf game is subpar.Mike Camunas takes a swing at the Indoor Simulator

But it told me anyway.

It's the P3Pro Simulator, a computer system that allows golfers to play indoors. It has holes and it tells you how to improve your game and make better shots.

Steve LaFalce, owner and instructor at Indoor Golf Center in Hudson, was gracious enough to play four holes with me.

"Half of the people who come here come to play golf on the setup," LaFalce said. "It is like a video game. …Young guys like to come, but there are some older ones, the ones who (are retired). But I'd say it's a good setup for guys who don't want to spend a lot of money and just come out (to golf).

"It's a learning tool. That's why I brought it in here. You get feedback."

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A Message From The Chapter Director Of Marketing Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

Hello again everyone. In the last several years, the West Central Chapter, North Florida PGA has become one of the front runners throughout the country in developing a strong relationship with its partners. With a strong tournament schedule and increased participation with our Pro-Am and junior golf tournaments, our sponsors have certainly been able to see results from their support.

I would like to take this opportunity to welcome the following companies to the Chapter and thank them for their support. Tampa Bay Safety Surfacing, Chili’s and Bridgestone are the latest partners to come on board. We certainly look forward to a mutually rewarding relationship with these outstanding companies. It is this type of support that makes our Chapter one of the most successful in the country. It doesn’t hurt to have great weather year-round so that sponsors can receive maximum exposure at each of the scheduled events.

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Senior Golf Association Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

Thurs.  May 1     The Eagles
Mon.    May 5     Beacon Woods
Thurs.  May 8     Westchase

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County Golf Association Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

Thurs. May 1     Bardmoor
Mon.   May 5     Chi Chi Rodriguez
Thurs. May 7     Seminole Lake

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Tampa Bay Singles Golf Association Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

The American Singles Golf Association (ASGA) is a national organization with chapters throughout the U.S. and they are all about having fun. Tampa Bay members range in age from 30 to 70 years with the majority being in their 50s. If you’re single (i.e., divorced, widowed, legally separated or never married) and enjoy meeting others through the game of golf, you are invited to inquire about membership.

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Schedule of Events Tournaments Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008
  • Crescent Oaks Country Club is proud to announce that they will host this year’s Florida State University Alumni Golf Tournament on Friday, May 16th. Bobby Bowden will be playing in the event and will join the alumni that evening for dinner at Crescent Oaks.

  • Brooksville Country Club Charity Invitational (formerly the Tangerine Invitational) is set for Saturday and Sunday May 17&18. This 36-hole stroke play championship is open to the first 128 paid entries received. 16-player flights will be established. All players must have certified USGA Handicap Index. $175 entry fee includes golf, tee gift, prizes, range balls, Saturday night dinner banquet (may bring one guest) and Saturday shootout. All participants are allowed one practice round ($16.00 cart fee+tax) any time following receipt of entry fee. Tee times off #1 and #10 start at 8:30 a.m. both days. For more information, call the Brooksville CC pro shop at (352) 796-8879.

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Hole-In-One Report Print E-mail
Friday, 25 April 2008

Antonio Ramos MacDill AFB (S) #3
2/5/08

George Hauswirth MacDill AFB (S) #3
3/5/08

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