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Media - News Releases News Release - Langley Advance Tuesday, May 29, 2007
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Golfers give $152,000 Matthew Claxton Tuesday, September 12, 2006 - The Langley Advance More than 200 golfers hit the links dressed as pirates, superheroes and Oscar statues last Friday, all having fun and raising money for the B.C. Children's Hospital. The annual Classic Fore Kids tournament at Redwoods Golf Course is held by Overwaitea Food Group, the parent company of Save-On-Foods and PriceSmart. Overwaitea invites its own executives, along with the heads of the many companies that supply its groceries from around the province. "Every year we do a different theme for our tournament, and this year it's Hollywood," said Julie Dickson, Overwaitea spokesperson. Those dropping by Redwoods on Friday would have seen Jedi knights teeing off next to Fred Flinstone. A foursome of superheroes struggled into spandex masks in and capes in the parking lot, and Doroth, the Tin Man, Scarecrow, the Cowardly Lion and the Wicked Witch of the West all got their clubs ready. This is the tournament's 12th year, and the cheque presented to Children's Hospital executives this year was for $152,000. Kimberley Fenlon, the vice president and chief development office of Children's Hospital, accepted the cheque from Overwaitea president Steve van der Leest and tournament organizer Terry Nichol. Nichol showed up for the handover dressed as one of the characters from Pirates of the Carribean. The tournaments have raised a total of more than $1.4 million over the past dozen years for the hospital. The money goes towards a variety of causes, including $500,000 for medical genetics research, and for the hospital's emergency department expansion program. That project was completed in 2002. Golfer scores single for kids Matthew Claxton - Reporter Tuesday, September 5, 2006 - The Langley Advance A golfer at the Langley School District Foundation's most recent fund-raiser walked away $15,000 richer, thanks to a hole in one. Ralph Payne sank a hole-in-one shot on the third hold at Redwoods Golf Course during Thursday's event. The golfer, who was in a group that included recently-retired superintendent Don Truscott, didn't even know right away that he was the lucky winner. Hole Three is a blind hole, said Susan Cairns, the executive director of the foundation. Two volunteer spotters at the green watched the ball roll directly into the hole, then got to tell Payne as he appeared, looking to see where his shot had landed. The news was spread out around the course just before the dinner was to be served. We were absolutely flabbergasted," said Cairns. The prize was sponsored by Terasen Gas. Cairns said the event as a whole was great, raising $30,000. The money will fund the Numbers Till Noon program at elementary schools. The program is for students struggling with numeracy, and the funds collected at the tournament will help expand it from the primary grades to the intermediate grades. Redwoods juniors top divisions in Whistler Troy Landreville - Reporter Tuesday, September 5, 2006 - The Langley Advance Sixty youngsters gathered in Whistler to take part in the national tournament. Langley junior golfers Sue Kim and John Koo topped an exclusive Canadian field in Whistler last weekend at the MJT Boston Pizza National Tour Championship. Junior golfers from Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, and B.C. qualified all season long on the Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour for the tournament, presented by Odlum Brown. The elite field of 60 invited players from across the country played Aug. 28 on Whistler Golf Club and Aug. 29 on Nicklaus North Golf Club in a 36-hole stroke play format, with division winners receiving exemptions into the 2007 China Junior Open. Kim successfully defended her Girls Division title. The 15-year-old Walnut Grove resident was crowned girls champion after posting impressive scores of 75-76 (151), to beat runner-up Jennifer Yang, 12, of Coquitlam by five strokes. "I'm proud to represent the MJT and win this championship two years in a row," said Kim, who plays out of The Redwoods Golf Course. Yang shot 76-80 (156) while MJT Team Canada to Mexico member Kristina Gargaro, 16, of Port Moody shot 82-79 (161) to finish third. Along with her tournament victory, Kim was also among the divisional winners in the Sundog Skills Competition . Koo won the Boys 14-16 title by shooting 76-73 (149) to edge runner-up Kenny Gregor, 16, of Calgary by one stroke. "My course management was really good. I didn't make too many mistakes and my putting was quite good, as well," said Koo, a 16-year-old junior from The Redwoods. "I was four shots back starting Day 2, birdied 17, then made par to win on the 18th hole. The comeback was nice. I'm really happy to win such a big event, and if I'm eligible, I'll accept the invitation to China." Another Redwoods golfer, Ted Cho, led the Boys 17 and up Division before ending up tied for 18th overall. Andrew Funk, 17, of Edmonton, fired 72-74 to be crowned Boys 17 and up champion while also laying claim to the low overall score of 146. "I felt very confident with my game heading in to this tournament and I played well," said Funk, who recently competed in Scotland on MJT Team Canada. "Ted Cho played very well on the front nine [on Day 2] and grabbed a couple of shots lead, however I wasn't too worried because I know how the back nine can be unpredictable, and it truly was." Team Ontario won the Odlum Brown inter-provincial competition with a total score of 471. Team British Columbia was disqualified. B.C. juniors made a clean sweep as eligible recipients of the Cleveland Golf Players of the Year (lowest stroke average with a minimum participation in five MJT events), with Andy Yang of Coquitlam in Boys 13 and under, Kyle Dodman of Abbotsford in Boys 14-16, Cho in Boys 17 and up, and Yang in the Girls Division due to Kim being a previous winner. The MJT Boston Pizza National Tour Championship presented by Odlum Brown concluded the regular multi-day season for the non-profit program. One-day post-season tournaments run in Alberta and B.C. this fall. To register, visit www.maplejt.com. Golfers teeing off for charities Roxanne Hooper - Reporter Tuesday, August 29, 2006 - The Langley Advance A hole in one is sweeet! A hole in one that could pay $1 million, that could earn you a new Volkswagen vehicle or at the very least earns you a few minutes of fame on public television - now that sounds super sweet. Well amateur golfers at The Redwoods Golf Course in Langley this month are being given a chance at all that by being given an opportunity to win a position in the 2006 Volkswagen Ultimate Shoot-Out in Vancouver on Sept. 11 and 12. Langley Volkswagen is one of 15 dealerships organizing the Vancouver event, and owner Bruce Norman was offered one spot in the Shoot-Out to give away - a spot that would typically cost $1,000. Instead of randomly handing over that ticket to a customer from his dealership, Norman came up with a plan for an innovative golf-based fundraiser. Norman approached Redwoods general manager Doug Hawley and asked for his help. Quickly, the two men devised a competition that could be held at the 88th Ave. golf course over a period of a few weeks. Immediately, it was decided that Redwoods golfers could participate in a mini shoot-out of sorts for the cost of $5 each over four different days. And all the money raised would be divided between the Langley Child Development Centre and the Redwoods Junior Program - two charities close to Hawley's heart. "Besides, it was a chance for local golfers to participate in something while they're here. It's a bonus for them," Hawley said. "And what golfer wouldn't love the chance to shoot out for $1 million, on television with thousands of people around to watch." So a handful of lucky golfers who played hole three at the golf course in Walnut Grove on Aug. 3, and got closest to the pin, already qualified. More, who weathered the torrential rain on Aug. 10, also qualified. It just so happens that day one of them was actor Mark Wahlberg. The 35-year-old Boston performer, known for his singing career as Marky Mark and movie roles in Renaissance Man, The Italian Job, Rock Star and Planet of the Apes. Several more people will be picked this week, some today and a few Wednesday, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Then, Wednesday evening, at precisely 7 p.m., at least seven of those golfers are invited back to participate in the mini shoot-out and the winner of that competition qualifies to move on to the Vancouver event next month. The four top qualifiers also receive two of only 4,000 VIP tickets that enable them to watch the finals. This is the second year for the Vancouver Ultimate Shoot-Out, where 250 golfers tee off just west of Canada Place and shoot 175 yards to a green positioned on a barge sitting in the open waters. The first day of competition is being held Sept. 11, where qualifiers will be narrowed down to the 30 semi-finalists. Day two will see a points-based tournament called the Pacific Cup, taking place in the morning, and then the finals at 4:30 p.m. The rules are simple, Norman said. Stay green, stay in. Get wet, get out. The last golfer standing will win a brand new Volkswagen and a hole-in-one would earn the $1-million cash prize. Norman and Hawley hope the Langley event will raise about $1,000 for the charities. Half would go towards the new child development centre, for which Hawley is president. The money will help cover the costs of the new centre that just opened behind Langley Memorial Hospital, Hawley said, explaining that he became involved about seven years ago when his daughter needed their services. The rest of the money would go towards travelling expenses incurred in sending some of the 90-plus Redwoods junior players (ages 12 to 19 years) to compete in various tournaments around the world. The Langley Volkswagen dealership on Fraser Hwy. was the first to turn participation in the Shoot-Out into a community-based fundraiser, but Norman said proudly that other dealerships are expected to follow suit.
The 2007 golf season is in full swing and Redwoods is geared up with the following services. 365 Day Booking The stress is now removed from booking tee times! No longer do you have to wait a mere two days ahead to book a tee time and then fight the crowd to get your perfect spot. Relax you can now call us any time to book, that's right you can reserve up to a year in advance and not incur any booking fees (credit card reservations required). Why not book now for an upcoming special event? Of course we still take online reservations at www.redwoods-golf.com . Driving Range Start your game off right this year with some practice at our heated covered driving range. The perfect spot to master your swing. While there make use of our chipping and putting facilities. The range is open from 7:30am - 7:30pm everyday except Mondays when it does not open until 9:30am (subject to change). The ball machine accepts loonies or twoonies and Redwoods account cards. Purchase an account card for big savings at the range. Tee It Higher Program Until March 31 st the Tee It Higher program is available for purchase for only $50.00. The benefits include $15.00 greenfees during TIH time (approximately 3 hrs before sunset) and on the back nine weekend mornings during the first hour of play. Other offerings include discounts on regular greenfees, merchandise, driving range and power carts. Call the golf shop for details, 604-882-5132 (some restrictions may apply). Camp Redwoods Camp Redwoods is back to teach kids ages 4 - 18 the game of golf. Classes run for four consecutive weeks with a variety of after school and weekend programs. Spring break classes still available, commence Tuesday, register today. Call now for availability! 604-882-5132. Meetings at Redwoods Looking for a place to hold your business meeting? Take a look at our boardroom that seats 14 with a private patio or The Mill Room that accommodates up to 24. Weddings at Redwoods Our marquis event tents and outdoor ceremony garden are a perfect venue for summer weddings. Stop in and ask Jill Jonkman for a tour of the facility and discuss your wedding reception plans. The Restaurant The restaurant is now open from 8:00 am daily with a brand new menu. Check out Chef's lunch creations - the perfect spot for a business lunch or casual dining.
THE REDWOODS FIRE 9-UNDER AT BC club champions and head professionals enjoy a day to remember at Swan-e-set Bay! The inaugural TaylorMade BC PGA Tournament of Champions is in the record books, and what a day to remember. A gathering of over 50 Head Professionals and Club Champions in the same tournament ensures a remarkably high quality of play. The team from the Redwoods Golf Course, with Head Professional Doug Morgan & 18-year old Club Champion Patrik Ericson, lit up the Swan-e-set Resort Course, making eight birdies and an eagle to claim a 3-shot victory. A hot start for the team got them into a position where they never looked back, with Ericson making birdie on three of his first five holes of the day, and with Morgan making eagle on the very long par 5 10th hole, to move the team to 5-under par thru 5 holes. Morgan carded a 69 with his own ball on the day, and Ericson carded a 67. The victory was worth $1,200 to Morgan, and $700 in prizing from the Swan-e-set golf shop for Ericson. Morgan is a past BC PGA Player of the Year, and Ericson is one of the province's top junior and amateur golfers, having recently won his second consecutive Future Links Pacific Championship. Tied in second place were two teams from Kelowna; the Harvest Golf Club and the Kelowna Golf & Country Club. Head Professional Rob Anderson with Club Champion Don Murdoch made eight birdies and two bogeys as the Harvest finish with a 6-under 66. Head Professional Greg Pidlaski and his amateur partner Gord McGarva also shot a bogey-free round of 66. The new championship tourney saw two-man teams - comprising Head Professionals and their respective Club Champions - go head to head with their counterparts from around B.C. More than 50 teams traveled from as far as Cranbrook and Prince George to participate in the inaugural event.
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