Chapter News & Announcements
  • WHAT IS LONE STAR CUP?

    The Lone Star Cup (LSC) was created to provide members the opportunity to develop friendships outside their own Chapters. Originally slated as a competition between the Texas Chapters, it has been expanded to include Chapters in Arkansas, Louisiana and New Mexico! Held annually since 2001, LSC is a two-day match play competition - Four-Ball (Best Ball) or Alternate Shot on the first/team day and singles on the second day.

    Dates:   September 15 - 17

    Venue: Forest Creek Golf Club in Round Rock, TX 

    Tournament Host: Austin Chapter

    FW Team Captain: Lauren Larson (214-534-1845)

    Registration/sign up to play on the team: May 16 - June 3 (Email will be sent to all FW Chapter members on 5/16) 

    Tryouts:  The month of June.  Should we need tryouts, it will be a one-hour session on a date of your choosing.  Look for dates in the newsletter.  9 highest scores are on the team + 3 Captain picks.  The two alternates will come from the tryout scores.  Tryouts will be a matrix of challenges players can score with such as chipping closest to the hole, etc.

    FORT WORTH CHAPTER IS A PAST WINNER OF THE LSC COMPETITION!           1ST PLACE 2019 Lone Star Cup Team


  • Congratulations Patti Bartholomew for being named the 2022 Veritex Bank Championship Volunteer of the Week!
    Volunteer of the Week: Congratulations to Patti Bartholomew for being named the 2022 Veritex Bank Championship Volunteer of the Week! Patti worked 10 shifts over the tournament week in varying capacities with On-Course Marshals, Player Services and the Pro-Am Committee. She was willing to fill in wherever we needed another volunteer body and always had a smile on her face.
     
    Thank you so much!
     
    Amanda Kolb
    AGA Tournament Manager
    Anera Sports, LLC

  • We are more than a Golf Community, we are . . . . .

    we are a community that is invested in you as golfers, amazing women, and friends!

    Sure, it’s the golf that introduced us to each other, but it’s the laughter, the stories, the meals we’ve shared, and the joy in each other’s victories and successes that shape us into this community—our golfing family.

    Golf buddies support each other. They’ll high-five your amazing putts and hand you an eraser at the no-judgement 19th hole.

    The most fierce women play golf. Golf challenges the players personally and bares their souls. Strong friendships result from such shared triumphs and adversity.


  • Read here for updates of the past two weeks

    Members Matter: Welcome new members are Brei Silvia and Bonnie Hair.

    mo' Golf: Stroke Play, low net, CPT on April 4 - Cindy Campbell

    mo' Golf: T&F, low net, CPT on April 11 - Lynn Morris

    2 Club: Patti Bartholomew at Southern Oaks on April 9

     

  • mo' Golf fore You in 2022 | Kickoff - March 26

    As you can imagine, a great time was had by the 30 ladies, who attended our moreGOLF fore youin 2022 Kickoff event, on Saturday, March 26!

    In addition, to the day being beautiful & spring-like, the chance to catch up with long time LPGA Amateurs friends and meet new members was priceless.

    Congratulations to the auction and raffle winners!  And to Cindy Schroeder for winning the 50/50!

    And special appreciation to those who donated the raffle and auction items.

    Huge thanks to Tami Bopp, Natasha Hawes, Debbie Hatten, Grace Vasquez, & Terry Rolan – Fort Worth Chapter Board members!  Also, Dani Connell for being our greeter, Diana Gats (webmaster), Kathye McCall (all around support), and Margaret Woods (handicap), who organized the collection of clubs and golf items for these Fort Worth high schools - Carter Riverside HS and North Side HS.

    Not able to attend yet want to know all the great events for this year . . . . .
    Go to website https://chapters.lpgaamateurs.com/home/chapter/TXFW
    Look for Quick Links, upper right
    Click on more GOLF fore you in 2022,to download booklet! 

    See you at the next event!!!!!


  • Renew your LPGA Amateurs Membership by March 31!

    For those members who have renewed your LPGA Amateurs membership for the 2022 - THANK YOU!

    For those, who have not yet renewed, you have until March 31 . . . .

    We are more than your golf community, we are a community that is invested in you as golfers, amazing women,
    and friends!
    Sure, it’s the golf that introduced us to each other, but it’s the laughter, the stories, the meals we’ve shared, and the joy in each other’s victories and successes that shape us into this community—our golfing family.
    Golf buddies support each other. They’ll high-five your amazing putts and hand you an eraser at the no-judgement
    19th hole.
    The most fierce women play golf. Golf challenges the players personally and bares their souls. Strong friendships result from such shared triumphs and adversity.

    Please renew now and continue to be a member of this great Community . . .  the LPGA Amateurs Fort Worth Chapter.

     



  • Get Golf Ready - Level 1 . . . . Register Now!

    This beginner/casual clinic is conducted in a fun and relaxed group setting.

    Instruction covered is introduction to golf, basic swing fundamentals, short game & putting, full swing and how to : make a tee time, drive a cart, check in, etc.

    Clinic includes three free buckets of range balls to help with practicing.  Sessions are every Wednesday from 5:30-7:00 PM.

    Dates are as followed:  March 9, 16, 23, 30; April 6, 13, 20, 27; June 8, 15, 22, 29 & September 7, 14, 21, 28  The cost of the clinic is $150. 

    To register or to answer any questions, please call the golf shop at 817-410-3377 and talk to Eric Hunt, PGA or email him at ericshunt2002@yahoo.com. 
    Payment will be taken over the phone.  


  • Auction & Raffle Items Wanted!

    THANK YOU to those members who have already donated an item or service for the Chapter Kick-off Auction and Raffle.


    We are still looking for items and services for the Chapter Kick-off Auction & Raffle.  We encourage those of you that have businesses to consider donating products you may sell or services that you provide. This is a great opportunity for you to highlight your business and for the members to support you.

    Cutoff date for submitting your item/service is Sat.03/05/2022.

    If you would like to donate or want more info please contact Natasha Hawes at president@lpgaamateursfortworth.com.


  • Your Opinion Matters! Help us plan an exciting, fun filled year, by responding via survey link enclosed; by Feb. 3.

    The LPGA Amateurs Board of the Fort Worth Chapter is developing the events and programs for 2022.  

    https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/LPGAFTWJan2022

    There are eight (8) questions, that will take you < 5min. to complete. 
    Pls. respond today, soon, or by February 3, 2022.
    Thank you in advance for your input!


  • Today is the day to . . . volunteer to help with the Kickoff event, March 26!
    Contact ,our membership director, Debbie Hatton at membership@lpgaamateursfortworth.com.




  • Let's Do This - Indoor Golf at CRUSH IT!

    CRUSH IT located in Grapevine

    Here's a FUN opportunity to play golf and do it indoors! 
    We would love to see a FW Chapter LPGA Amateurs team or 2 consider playing.

    League Night:  Choose Tuesday or Wednesday  (two separate leagues)
    Format: 9 holes, 2-person* best ball net stroke play, handicapped

    Putting: 8 foot gimmes
    Ties after 9 holes, sudden death playoff
    Winner gets 1 pt, loser gets 0
    Time: Warmup 630P to 7P. Play starts at 7P

    Cost: $20/person per week
    Duration:  8 weeks; starting week of 01/17/2022 to 03/14/2022
    Prizes: Top 3 teams with the most points:
    Cash prize 
    Crush It! Party in a VIP room of varying degrees.

    Other Info

    New course and course conditions each week 
    New opponents each week
    Women play from forward tees (red)
    8 teams per league MAX
    *Build your own team including subs 

    Contact Mike Speets to sign up - 1st 8 teams to sign up will get in. 
    www.crushitsports.com
    Cell: 925-998-4333
    Email: Mike.Speets@crushitsports.com

           

  • Handicap System Changes - Take Action

    Everyone should have received  the email notification from Mary-Lee Cobick, Vice President of the LPGA Foundation regarding the changes to the GolfNet Handicap System offered by LPGA Amateurs as part of your membership. You may recall that the system will be no longer be supported as of 01/01/2023.

    The options described below indicate the actions required to maintain your handicap using the GHIN System or set up an account if you have not been maintaining a handicap but would like to begin doing so.
    Establishing and maintaining a handicap is a requirement if you choose to participate in any of the national association and/or local chapter competitive events. It is also helpful to maintain a handicap to see how you are progressing in your game. Additionally, joining GHIN through the Texas Golf Association allows you access to other member benefits including participation in TGA hosted fun and competitive events and product and travel discounts. 

    ACTION REQUIRED
    OPTION 1: Currently ACTIVE in GolfNet and want to stay with GolfNet for 2022
    No action required for 2022

    OPTION 2: Currently INACTIVE in Golf Net and want to stay in GolfNet for 2022
    If you want to have access to GolfNet for 2022, please follow these steps to determine if your GolfNet account is active.

    1. Go to lpgaamateurs.com and click on Sign In (in the upper right corner)
    2. Once you have logged in to the Member Clubhouse, click on the “My Handicap” tab on the left side of the screen.
    3. On the Handicap page, the Post A Score link will take you to the GolfNet Handicap system
    4. If your account is active, you will see your GolfNet Profile page
    5. If your account inactive, you will see an error message indicating that your account is inactive

    To reactivate your account, send an email to handicap@lpgaamateurs.com with a request to reactivate your account. Please include your Chapter name.
    Reactivation requests must be received by December 22, 2021.

    OPTION 3: Currently using GolfNet but want to move to TGA/GHIN
    You will join as a new member, using this link to sign up:
    https://www.txga.org/start/join/?cid=7519

    IMPORTANT:  Every member has a USGA # above their name in their Handicap page on GolfNet.

    1. To transfer your existing scores from GolfNet to GHIN you MUST select "YES" to the question about whether you have ever had a GHIN Number.
    2. Input your USGA # from GolfNet. This will become your GHIN ID #.
    3. GHIN can now retrieve your previous scores to help establish your handicap in the new system.
    4. Finish completing the required information then pay.
    5. Cost is $24 through 12/31/2021 but will increase to $26 on 01/01/2022.

    OPTION 4: Not currently using GolfNet or GHIN and need to set up a TGA/GHIN account
    To join as a new member, use this link to sign up:

    https://www.txga.org/start/join/?cid=7519

    1.    When prompted to select "NO" to the question about whether you have ever had a GHIN Number.
    2.    Select "New Profile" then input the required information then pay.
    3.    Cost is $24 through 12/31/2021 but will increase to $26 on 01/01/2022




     

  • Participants of Biggest Losers Handicap Challenge!

    This five-month long, stroke-shaving competition pits LPGA Amateurs members from across the country in a virtual challenge to see who can improve the most. The competition is flighted and prizes awarded by flight.

    Maribeth Fletcher       Diana Gats                   Natasha Hawes     

    Kelli Kidd                     Lauren Larson             Patte Lee     

    Jeri Phillips                 Jeannen Provost          Chalanda Sherman                       

    Maggie Thompson

    In 2022, let's get all of our Fort Worth members to participate!

     

     

     


  • NTxSO (North Texas Shoot Out) - Oct. 23 - 25 -> FUN Play or Volunteer!

    NTxSO FUN Playdate at Texas Star - 10 Spots available (FTW) for Sat or Sun play. Cost is $88 (incl tx/fees, range balls). Lunch on Sunday is available at an addition cost.
    Click here to Register for Fun Play.

    VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
    - The Fort Worth Chapter is hosting the North Texas Shootout at Texas Star Golf Course in Euless on Saturday 10/23 and Sunday 10/24. We need a few volunteers to help with set-up/clean-up(2, Sunday) , check-in (1, Sat/Sun) and to be spotters on the course (3, Sat/Sun). Please contact Natasha Hawes(president@lpgaamateursfortworth.com)


  • Sunday Funday Dedicated to Linda Carter!
    Join us at Sunday Funday on August 29! Go to Chapter events to register!

    Linda Darnella Bracey Carter was one of those rare individuals we are blessed and fortunate to meet as we travel through this journey called life. Through her soft spirit and caring personality, Linda had that rare talent of touching peoples lives without even knowing it. People admired her independence and competitiveness as well as her patience and sincerity. Those who knew Linda are truly blessed and fortunate to have met and known such a wonderful, kindhearted lady.

    Linda had a soft spirit and loved deeply. Her love for God, family, and golf was obvious. She often shared what she learned in bible study and she spoke frequently of her family and friends. She loved golf and competing, playing on many EWGA/LPGA Cup teams throughout the years. Most recently, she traveled to Pinehurst, NC, where she participated as part of the “Texas Lady Birds” team competing in the 2021 LPGA Open Scramble. During that trip to Pinehurst, Linda met several ladies she knew and played golf with while living in New York and North Carolina. Everywhere she went, someone knew her and loved telling stories about their friendship. She was truly loved by so many individuals.

    Linda loved and appreciated the EWGA/LPGA Amateur Ladies from the Fort Worth and Dallas Chapters. She was a dual member and participated in many events. She loved all sports, early mornings, Japanese Steakhouses, and an occasional glass of Moscato wine.

    “She was a fun gal with lots of Moxie” - Jan Ray

    “I will miss her smile and stockings she wore playing golf; she was a gift from God. I will miss teasing her about her can of ‘Whoop A--’ I knew she kept in her golf bag” – Dani Connell

    “She had a soft spirit and will be missed” – Gwen Jones

    “I will always remember her laugh as well as her memorable reaction to some bad golf shots. Her most famous phrase for a disappointing golf shot was, ‘Awe !*@% in that slow North Carolina accent” – Lynn Cole

    I am sure we can all agree with Lynn Cole when she writes: “I will miss her every day and golfing for me will never be the same”. Linda, thank you for coming into my life and showing me how to live, laugh, and love every day. I will never forget you!!!”

    “It is not the length of life, but the depth” - Ralph Waldo Emerson

    Thank you Deborah Nesselrodt for this wonderful tribute to Linda!  The pictures are so representative of Linda.

    Click here for Linda's Obituary


  • Honor Nancy Lieberman on June 28 | Attend VOA Women In Play Luncheon

    Volunteers of America Texas is excited to host the Women In Play Luncheon this year in conjunction with the Volunteers of America LPGA Classic. 

    The Luncheon, to be held on June 28th at Verona Villa in Frisco, will Honor Champion Coach and Basketball Hall of Famer Nancy Lieberman “Lady Magic”.

    Be a Table Sponsor ($1,000) and celebrate with seven other friends or buy an Individual Tickets ($125.)  www.voatx.org/women-in-play-tx.

    If you have questions, contact Diana Gats.

  • Championship, June 12, 2021

    Championship!     June 12!
    The Chapter Champion is the low net winner.
    Players will be flighted by handicap.


  • LPGA Amateur 2021 Events Schedule
    Check out the dates and locations for all LPGA Amateur 2021 events!
    2021 Events

  • New Members
    Welcome New Members  . . .  go to our ABOUT page to see those who have joined since December 2019! 
    New Members - Learn about our Chapter in this video!  

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