Tuesday, June 18, 2013

Monday, June 17, 2013, Peterborough

A record 120 golfers participated in the ninth annual President’s Excalibur Golf Tournament at Peterborough Golf & Country Club on Thursday, June 13, 2013 helping to raise more than $30,000 in support of Trent University’s varsity programs and athletes.

The sold-out tournament was a shotgun scramble format that included contests throughout the day. Guests included leaders from the Peterborough Petes, members of the Trent Board of Governors, University senior administrators, CHEX general manager Michael Harris, and tournament sponsors.

As part of the prestigious tournament, guests were also treated to a barbecue lunch, as well as a decadent refreshment tent on the course, provided by Aramark. After a day on the links, golfers enjoyed a reception and dinner at Peterborough Golf & Country Club. A silent auction, featuring many outstanding items, including golf packages at Wildfire and Mill Run Golf Clubs, as well as a wine tasting package at Le Petit Bar, a Blue Jays ticket package, patio set, barbecue, hotel accommodations, and more, was also held.

All proceeds from the annual President’s Excalibur Golf Tournament go towards supporting the varsity program at Trent University and athletic financial awards. These awards are designed to assist student athletes with a record of outstanding academic and athletic performance and demonstrated financial need.

“Community support is essential in building a quality and successful varsity program at the university level. The success of the 2013 President’s Excalibur Golf Tournament is a fabulous example of the amazing support for the student athlete experience from the Peterborough community,” said Bill Byrick, director of Athletics at Trent. “Money raised from this event will be dedicated to athletic scholarships used to attract the best and brightest student athletes to the University. It will also enable us to put in place additional supports, such as academic support, medical support, strength and conditioning and year-round training for our student athletes. Many thanks to all who participated and sponsored our ninth annual tournament. We look forward to welcoming the community out to our varsity games and events this fall and winter to see our remarkable student athletes in action.”

The 2013 Winning Foursome title went to the team from tournament sponsors J.J. McGuire, which included: Leo Urrassio, Paul Desousa, Jack Franzin, and Christine Morriera. Winners of Closest-to-the-Pin were Meghann Agnew (Ladies) and Brian McKinley (Men). Longest Drive winners were Sally Graham (Ladies) and Peter Lawless (Men).


Congratulations and thanks go out to everyone who participated, with special appreciation to the many generous sponsors who helped make this year’s event such a success.  

Thursday, June 6, 2013

Fire at Trillium Woods - Carts Lost

    About 50 golf carts have been destroyed in a fire at a golf course north of Belleville.
    Flames were spotted coming from a building where the carts were stored at Trillium Wood Golf Club at about 11-30 last night.
    Belleville firefighters battled the blaze and kept it from spreading to the main clubhouse, but the storage building was destroyed and damage is estimated at 400-thousand dollars.

    No one was injured and despite the fire, the golf course is open today.

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

On the Links Report For June 5th

Gerti’s Golf Report………

Tamarac Golf and Country Club Men’s Invitational this weekend, spectators are welcome. Course located in Ennismore

PineCrest is happy to announce that Mark Crampton is back in the Pro Shop as the Head Pro after a 12 year absence. Pine Crest if offering Yoga classes this year and they are open to the public. Details at www.pinecrestgolfclub.com


Warkworth Golf Club has some great June specials including their famous Steak and Ride deals. http://www.warkworthgolf.com/index.htm


Brought to you by Gerti’s , The Heart of the CafĂ© District…………..



Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Hall of Fame Tourney This Wednesday

"Jack's" Peterborough and District Sports Hall of Fame Golf Tournament is set for this Wednesday May 22rd at Pine Crest. On the Links recently caught up with tournament chair Doug Gibson.



Demo Day Tony's Clubhouse June 7th and 8th


Wildfire Invitational / PGA Tour Canada Looking for Volunteers

PGA TOUR Canada has added a ninth tournament to its 2013 schedule, it was announced Tuesday. The Wildfire Invitational, a new event featuring 128 professionals and 64 amateurs, will take place August 26th to September 1st at Wildfire Golf Club just outside of Peterborough. 
 
The three-year agreement will see the tournament take place at Wildfire, an exclusive club outside of Peterborough which has been ranked in the Score Golf Top 100 courses in Canada, through the 2015 season. The unique pro-am format features amateurs playing in teams with two different PGA TOUR Canada players on Thursday and Friday, with the final 36 holes reserved for professional competition.
 
Currently the event is looking for several volunteers to work at the tournament. For details follow this link and we'll see you On the Links 
 
https://www.golfwildfire.com/
 

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Ash Brook 25th Anniversary Tournament



Ash Brook Golf Club
Invites you
to celebrate our
25th Anniversary with GAO

Saturday May 25, 2013

10:00AM SHOT GUN
$25,000 Prize Table

Entry Fee: $125.00 p.p.

18 Holes with cart
Steak Dinner
Hole in One Prizes
$25,000
Car from Lauria Hyundai

Entries and Cheques To:
Ash Brook Golf Club
P.O. Box 366, Port Hope, ON.  L1A 3Z3

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Pine Crest Golf Club - Peterborough
Here we go folks the Masters is a week away so that means it's time to fire up On the Links for another season here in the Kawarthas. Please send us all your golfing news, events, photos and videos by sending an email to pete@onthelinks.ca and be sure to follow us on Twitter @onthelinksgolf