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Deer Park Country Club in Oglesby, Ill., selects ClubTec‘s SQL Club Management Solutions. … LPGA player Michelle McGann participates in an exhibition and clinic at Two Rivers Country Club in Williamsburg, Va., on May 6 to benefit the local Dream Catchers Therapeutic Riding Center. The event raised $1,000. … The International Clubmakers Guild, an alliance of professional golf clubmakers, fitters, swing coaches, golf equipment designers and engineers, is formed to address all aspects of professional golf club making, fitting, instruction, repair and assembly. ICG directors for 2009 include Steve Newton of Ilion, N.Y., Rick Canter of Stoughton, Mass., Charlie Blume of Madison, Ala., Bob Dodds of Louisville, Ky., Ken Alterwitz of Loomis, Calif., David Eagar of Calgary, Alberta, Canada, Frank Viola of Saugus, Mass., Jim Cook of Agawam, Mass., and Hugh Townend of Bournemouth, Dorset, England. … The Long Drivers of America‘s Texas Shootout is set for June 3-5 in Roanoke, Texas. The Shootout will feature recent Re/Max world champions – Jamie Sadlowski (2008) and Mike Dobbyn (2007). … The U.S. Golf Association and American Junior Golf Association name Zach Herr of New Hope, Pa., and Emily Gimpel of Lafayette Hill, Pa., as its 2009 Presidents’ Youth Leadership Award recipients. … The American Society of Golf Course Architects elects course architect Jay Morrish as its 26th ASGCA Fellow at the association’s recent Annual Meeting in Seattle, Wash. Also, the association elects Doug Carrick as president. Carrick is principal of Carrick Design based in the Toronto, Canada, area. … LPGA commissioner Carolyn Bivens and a host of LPGA players present Corning Country Club and the community of Corning, N.Y. with a commemorative bench and golf course marker for 30 years of hosting the LPGA. The granite bench, which will be permanently displayed in the Riverfront Centennial Park, located in downtown Corning, N.Y., is inscribed with the message: “Thanks to the Corning community for 31 great years. We appreciate your commitment, passion and loyalty.” A similar designed commemorative granite mark that lists all Corning Classic champions will be at the club. … Feel Golf Co. Inc. signs a seven-year licensing and distribution agreement with Korean partner Planquitous Company Ltd. … Landmark Media International, a UK-based golf marketing and public relations firm, and Channel 2020 form an alliance to offer golf businesses web video services designed to drive business and build brand awareness. … The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Fla., announces that two recipients of Marriott’s “Global Leadership Awards” for 2008. Scott Selvaggi, the resort’s director of sales and marketing, was named “Property Sales Leader of the Year – Renaissance Hotels (Franchise Partner)” for Marriott’s Central Region. Also, the resort’s sales team was named “Property Sales Team of the Year – Renaissance Hotels (Franchise Partner) for Marriott’s Central Region. … LPGA players Kristy McPherson, Leah Wigger, Samantha Richdale and Big Break Prince Edward Island participant Blair O’Neal sign management agreements with Gaylord Sports Management. Eddie Smith, vice president of GSM subsidiary Gaylord Sports Group, will handle their accounts. … Georgia Tech head coach Bruce Heppler signs a new five-year contract, which will begin when his current pact expires in June 2010. Heppler, in his 14th year leading the Yellow Jackets golf program, which recently won its third Atlantic Coast Conference championship in the last four years and earned its 12th NCAA Championship bid. … Ballyhack, located in Roanoke, Va., and set to open June 26, names Aaron Dooley as head golf professional and Mike Phillips as membership and sales director. … P.F. Chang’s China Bistro Inc. will offer a free order of the restaurant’s signature lettuce wraps to celebrate the chipping skills of PGA Tour pro Briny Baird, who landed eight of 10 shots inside a bullseye 230 yards below in the outfield of Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres. His accuracy was also celebrated with a $25,000 donation to the San Diego Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society. The offer can be redeemed by going to www.pfchangs.com. … Gotham Books publishes “Homer Kelley’s Golfing Machine: The Curious Quest that Solved Golf,” authored by Scott Gummer. The book is timed with the 40th anniversary of Kelley’s original publication. … Screamin Demon Golf launches its new two- and three-piece golf balls. The two-piece ball promotes distance and accuracy, while the three-piece ball promotes control and extreme distance. Both balls conform to USGA and R&A rules and are available online at www.screamindemongolf.com. … The Performance Golf Marketing Alliance will host “The Business of Golf Travel 2009” on May 21 at the New York Athletic Club in New York City. Cost for the seminar is $395 per person, which includes one complimentary admission for a meeting planner. … The Grand Del Mar in San Diego, Calif., features its first Dave Pelz Scoring Game School at the Grand Golf Club, which features a series of clinics July 22-Aug. 8. For information, visit www.thegranddelmar.com. … The PGA Tour announces that PGATour.com will now feature more online coverage of the Nationwide Tour. … Blue Heron Pines Golf Club in Galloway Township, N.J., announces membership alliances with Glenwood Country Club in central New Jersey and Rivervale Country Club in northern New Jersey. The partnership will enable members of all clubs to book tee times at discounted rates seven days a week. … Boyne Resorts reports on winning top honors from Michigan Meetings + Events magazine. Boyne Mountain in Boyne Falls and Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs and The Inn at Bay Harbor took home top honors in three separate categories – Boyne Mountain for Best Resort, Boyne Highlands for Best Golf Venue, and The Inn at Bay Harbor for Best Hotel with Meeting Space (200 guest rooms or less division). … Golfplan-designed Qiandaohu Country Club in Qiandaohu, Zhejiang Province, China, is named China Golf magazine’s top new course for 2008. Qiandaohu CC also was second in the Best Golf Course Design category. … Glen Dornoch Waterway Golf Links, located in Little River, S.C., is named one of the 30 best courses in South Carolina, according to the South Carolina Golf Course Ratings Panel. … Affiniti Golf Partners adds two new courses – RiverTowne Country Club and Patriots Point Links, both located in Mount Pleasant, S.C. – to its management portfolio. … Surrey, England (May 20, 2009) – The World Golf Hall of Fame announces Jose Maria Olazabal as today at the BMW PGA Championship that two-time Masters Champion José Maria Olazábal will be part of the 2009 Class of Inductees. Elected on the International Ballot, Olazábal will enter the Hall of Fame along with previously announced inductees Lanny Wadkins and Christy O’Connor at the annual Induction Ceremony on Monday, November 2 in St. Augustine, Florida.

Golf Channel will air “Operation Links” May 25 at 8:30 p.m. ET. The special chronicles Kelly Tilghman‘s visit to U.S. troops in Iraq and Kuwait. Joining Tilghman on the journey, which was filmed over the 2008 Thanksgiving holiday, were CBS Sports‘ David Feherty, PGA Tour winners Howard Twitty and Donnie Hammond, long drive champions Art Sellinger and Brian Pavlet and award-winning illustrator Victor Juhasz.

The U.S. Senior Open, set for July 30-Aug. 2 in Carmel, Ind., holds a junior poster contest to benefit the Riley Hospital for Children.” The contest is open to all kindergarten through 5th graders who live in Indiana. For information and entry forms, visit www.2009ussenioropen.com. … Volunteer applications are now available for the 2010 U.S. Women’s Open, to be held July 5-11 at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa. Interested volunteers should visit www.2010uswomensopen.com. … The Estonian Golf and Country Club will host the Estonian Amateur Open, July 24-26. … The International Federation of PGA Tours, the China Golf Association, IMG and HSBC announce announce that the HSBC Champions in China will become part of the World Golf Championships events. The $7 million World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions is set for Nov. 5-8 in Shanghai, China. … Liberty Mutual, title sponsor of the Liberty Mutual Legends of Golf for 30 years, has renewed its commitment of the Champions Tour event through 2014. … The 45th North Carolina Open will be held June 2-4 at Kilmarlic Golf Club in Harbinger, N.C. … The Women’s Western Golf Association will hold its 109th National Amateur Championship at Shawnee Country Club in Lima, Ohio, June 15-20. Entry applications are available at www.wwga.org. Entries will close on June 8. … Entries are being accepted for the Texas Women’s Open at Eastern Hills Country Club in Garland, Texas, June 24-25. Registration deadline is June 19, and entries will be accepted at www.ntpga.com. … The Northern California Golf Association launches the NCGA Member Advantage, a benefit offering discounts and special privileges at more than 60 facilities throughout the region. For information, visit www.ncga.org/about-ncga/member-advantage. … American Express offers unique ticket packages for cardmembers to attend the U.S. Open Championship at Bethpage Black, June 18-21, and enjoy access to a private, fully-catered cardmember-only chalet. Tickets are available for purchase with the American Express Card at tinyurl.com/pl5ro2. … The Georgia State Golf Association is currently accepting entries for several of its championship. Deadline for entry into the 44th Georgia Junior Championship, June 22-24 at Sea Island Golf Club-Retreat Course in St. Simons Island, is Wednesday, May 27, at 5 p.m.; into the 30th Georgia Girls’ Championship, June 15-17 at Polo Golf and Country Club in Cumming, is Wednesday, May 20, at 5 p.m. Qualified players must enter online at www.gsga.org. … The Rocky Mountain Youth Clinics will hold its 12th Fore the Love of Kids Tournament that helps provide Colorado children with access to the health care services they need and deserve. The event is set for Monday, June 1, at Raccoon Creek Golf Club in Littleton, Colo. For entry, visit www.rockymountainyouth.org. … The U.S. Kids Golf European Championships will be held May 26-28 on five courses in East Lothian – Gullane No. 2, Gullane No. 3, Craigielaw Golf Club, Kilspindie Golf Club and Luffness New Golf Club. For information on the U.S. Kids Golf European Championships, visit www.uskidsgolf.com. … The 2009 Solheim Cup, set for Aug. 21-23 at Rich Harvest Farms in Sugar Grove, Ill., will feature a change in schedule. Fourball matches will be held in the morning, followed by Foursomes in the afternoon on the first two days of competition. This is a reverse in previous formats. … Sean O’Hair agrees to represent Reynolds Plantation on the PGA Tour. O’Hair is currently a member at Reynolds Plantation, located in Greensboro, Ga. … GolfGarb (www.golfgarb.co.uk) announces its Father’s Day promotion. Buy any sweater and get 25 percent off a polo shirt when entering the promotional code FATHERS during the check out process. All orders for Father’s Day need to be received by 2 p.m. on Friday, June 19, to guarantee delivery in time. … The 12th Martin’s PGA Tour Superstore National Father and Son Team Classic, which benefits the ALS Therapy Development Institute, will be held July 16-18 in Myrtle Beach, S.C. … Greg Norman commits to play the U.S. Senior Open at Crooked Stick Golf Club in Carmel, Ind., July 30-Aug. 2.

Affinia Hotels launches new partnership offerings for its guests through My Affinia with a “Golf in the City” program designed exclusively for golfers visiting New York City, Washington D.C. or Chicago. The partner benefits can be booked through www.myaffinia.com. … The Old Course Hotel, Golf Resort and Spa in St. Andrews, Scotland, introduces its “Majestic Golf Experience” that includes golf on The Duke’s Course, the recently-opened Castle Course and Kingsbarns. Packages start at £600 and are available through December. For information, call +44 (0) 1334 474371 or visit www.oldcoursehotel.co.uk. … UK-based YourGolfTravel.com announces travel packages to TPC Sawgrass at Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., May 20-Sept. 11. Packages begin at £375 per person for three nights accommodation at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort and Spa and three rounds of golf, which includes the TPC Stadium course. … Sierra Star Golf Course in Mammoth Mountain, Calif., is part of a “Stay and Play Package,” May 22-June 12, that features golf, skiing and snowboarding. Choose from 18 holes of golf, a lift ticket to Mammoth Mountain or a ticket for a ride on the scenic Panorama Gondola. Packages start at $115 per person, per night and are available at MammothMountain.com. … The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Las Vegas in Nevada announces its “Reflection Bay Summer Golf Package,” starting at $229 per night and available June 1-Aug. 30. … Wintergreen Resort in Wintergreen, Va., will host two guest tournaments this summer. On June 21 is the Father/Child Golf Tournament as twosome teams play a Captain’s Choice scramble format. On July 18 is the Buddy Cup Golf Tournament, a Ryder Cup-style competition for twosome teams. For information on “Summer of Golf” events, call 434.325.8251 or visit www.wintergreenresort.com. … The Shawnee Inn and Golf Resort, located in Shawnee on Delaware, Pa., introduces “Get Golf Ready in 5 Days,” a program comprised of a series of five introductory lessons. The program is available through Sept. 30 for $99. For information, visit www.getgolfready.com. … Fairmont Hotels and Resorts announces golf packages at its various destinations – Fairmont St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland; Fairmont Chateau Whistler, British Columbia, Canada; Fairmont Turnberry Isle, Miami, Fla.; Fairmont Banff Springs, Banff, Alberta, Canada; Fairmont Mayakoba, Mayakoba, Mexico; Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Jasper, Alberta, Canada; Fairmont Orchid, Big Island, Hawaii; Fairmont Algonquin, New Brunswick, Canada; Fairmont Southampton and Fairmont Hamilton Princess, Bermuda; Fairmont Scottsdale, Scottsdale, Ariz.; and Fairmont Acapulco Princess and Fairmont Pierre Marques, Acapulco, Mexico. For information, visit www.fairmont.com/promo/golfpackages or e-mail grc.golfdesk@fairmont.com. … The Traverse City Convention and Visitors Bureau in Traverse City, Mich., announces its “Sizzling Summer Special,” which runs June 12-Sept. 10 and features a number of golf packages. For information, visit www.visittraversecity.com.