Don't forget to renew your LPGA Amateurs Membership! For renewal instructions, click HERE.
League Registration is Open! Click to Register.
You must have an active membership through 2023 to access the Golf Genius Registration Portal
Message from the President
March Madness is upon us! Spring is in the air and finally, golf is just around the corner!
So much has been happening in preparation for our 2023 golf season:
Are you new to the game or do you have golf questions you’d like answered? Think about joining our Zoom call, Gaining Confidence as a Golfer, at 6:30 PM, March 16.
If you haven’t already registered for the Tee Off on March 26th you still have a little time. Don’t miss out…registration closes on March 17th.
Education Director Sheri Nixon has compiled a fantastic list of Golf Clinics taking place in our area. Check out our Education page for details.
If you’re not quite ready to get back on the course, our LPGA Amateur Ambassador Debbie O’Connell will be holding three virtual clinics you can do in the comfort of your own home.
Don’t forget to obtain, renew or transfer your GHIN now, so you will be ready to begin posting scores when our season starts. Mark your calendars now for League Registration! Sign Ups begin at 7:00 AM on 3/27.
Can't wait to see you at an event or out on the course!
Stefanie
Handicaps
Our Chapter offers the option for obtaining a GHIN (Golf Handicap Information Network) number. NNJ Members can obtain, renew, or transfer GHIN through our chapter here. Having GHIN will register you with the NJSGA, making you eligible to participate in NJSGA tournaments and events; check their website. The cost for this service is $36.
Please note, the active handicap season for our area is April 1 - November14th. Posting for our region resumes April 1, 2023.
For questions regarding handicaps, please contact Sue Stager, Handicap Chair.
LPGA Amateurs National Events - 2023 Tournament Schedule
We are excited to announce the LPGA Amateurs 2023 Tournament Schedule!
Click here to view the 2023 schedule
A new addition to the schedule is the Team Championship that will be held in St. Augustine, FL on June 23-24, 2023. This two-person team event will feature two different formats over 36-holes; fourball and alternate shot. Stay tuned for more details to come!
We are also pleased to share that the Championship Open will be open to anyone who wishes to sign up in 2023, as well as those who are exempt based on their performance this year. As a reminder, this is a 36-hole individual stroke play event, with a maximum field size of 120 players, which will be held at Indiana University Golf Course in 2023.
Charitable Events
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Season Opener at Berkshire Valley
@ Berkshire Valley Golf Course Oak Ridge, NJ
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Coastal & NNJ - Interchapter Event
@ Spring Meadow Golf Course 4181 Atlantic Avenue Farmingdale, NJ
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Westchester & NNJ - Interchapter Event
@ Rotella Golf Course 100 Thiells Mt Ivy Rd, Thiells, NY 10984
- Upcoming LPGA Tours in Our Area! Highlighted Events include Complimentary Access for You and a Guest! Check out the schedule here! - Mar 11, 2023
- GAINING CONFIDENCE AS A GOLFER (and other fun stuff!) - Mar 6, 2023
- Check Out These 2023 Golf Education Programs - Mar 3, 2023
LPGA Amateurs Northern New Jersey is a volunteer organization, and we need your help to continue to offer the events and golf opportunities we provide throughout the year.
If you would like to join the Board or one of our committees, or just help out for an hour or two at a specific event, contact our Membership Services Director, Grace Tshanakas. Click here for a description of event and league volunteer opportunities.
Sponsorship Committee - Volunteers Needed
Where can you find over 250 golf-loving, fun-driven women who want to share, spend, and recommend goods and services? The members of the Northern New Jersey Chapter of the LPGA Amateur Association! Can you join the new sponsors committee to reach out to businesses to share their resources in exchange for the opportunity to connect to NNJ members? Email Vice President Cathy Brennan to be part of this committee. Not necessary, but if you have any experience in sales, marketing, fund raising, or just love people, we can’t wait to have you join the Sponsors Committee.
Email vicepresident@lpgaamateursnnj.com today.
Welcome to our new and rejoining members! And thank you to our current members for your referrals. Our "Chapter Member Referral Awards Program" has been created to show our appreciation to those referring members. This program is in addition to the "Member Get a Member" drive by National. Remember…the more robust our Chapter becomes, the more events we can offer at more competitive prices!
| Shelly Carey | Maureen Christensen | Roberta Crane | Carol Creter | Catherine Czar | |
| Arlene Driscoll | Lori Dugan | Felicia Festa | Marion Figur | Virginia Hawkins | |
| Kim Kramer-Ganz | Alexis Liebes | Aileen Hirsch | Rita Lupine | Christine Martin | |
| Carol Maslin | Sharon Primerano | Trisha McNally | Celia Prinaris | Beryl Roman | |
| Sandra Singer | Betsy Sullivan | Debra Tenner | A'Isha Torrence | Susan Axelrod | |
| Kate Shover | Sharon Primerano | Jessica Tsui | Diana Magno | Amy Elfman | |
| Tracy Headden | Judith Grimm | Carol Owens | |||
| Margaret Martin | Colleen Matthews | Leslie Sato | Catherine Wilson |
Member Referral Awards Program - 2023 Contest!!
We have expanded our member referral award program! Instead of 2 winners in total, there will be up to 6 winners. Refer 1-2 new members and be eligible for a $25 cash award. Refer 3 or more members and you will be eligible to win $50. There will be four winners in the $25 category and two in the $50 category. Winners will be drawn at the Season Closer.
In order to qualify, the new member must identify, at the time of registration, who has referred them. You will be notified by email when we receive a new member referral under your name. Thank you for promoting our world-class golf organization.
Member Benefit - Visiting Chapters While Traveling
One of the unique benefits of being a member of LPGA Amateurs is visiting other Chapters while traveling and having the opportunity to meet other members and maybe even play golf! The easiest option to connect with other Chapters is to email the President of the Chapter and let them know your schedule - their contact information should be in the "About" section or in the Contact tab/form on the Chapter Website. You can also check the Chapter event calendar to see if there is an event that coincides with your travel plans. Cheers to making new friends!
The Cognizant Founders Cup is coming to Upper Montclair Country Club May 8 -14. Complimentary Access for you and a guest! Also, consider volunteering.
The 2023 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship will be at Baltusrol Golf Club from June 20 - June 25. This is a great opportunity to support our LPGA Women Professionals. Go watch them play or volunteer at the event!
The LPGA Amateurs is a welcoming golf community for all women to Connect, Learn, Play, and Belong. You get it all with the LPGA Amateurs, the experiences are unforgettable and the benefits are priceless. The highlights of the benefits include organized golf (leagues, outings, clinics, LPGA Amateurs competitive events and golf travel experiences), social and networking events, golf education, free entrance for a member plus one guest to LPGA Tour events (in US and Canada), discounts on apparel, equipment, travel, greens fees but there is much more! View membership information here!
Learning and Mentoring
LPGA Amateurs - Northern New Jersey offers a full curriculum of golf learning and mentoring programs designed for women at all levels of play. Please check out our Instructional Partners below for virtual and in-person instruction.
- Carole Charbonnier: Virtual Instruction, Swing Review, Practice Plans. Email Carole a video of your swing for a free review!
- Mary Beth Kohberger: To the Tee Golf Academy in Franklin, NJ.
- Debbie O’Connell: Class A LPGA Professional, Golf Positive, Live Positive - 15% lesson discount (does not apply to specials). Email Debbie for rates.
- Scott Pruden: Director of Golf at Farmstead Golf and Country Club. Mention or show LPGA Amateurs membership card when booking lessons to receive discounted rate.
- Jeff Severini: PGA Golf Professional, "Golf 23" Range. Mention LPGA Amateurs when booking lessons.
The Resorts at Crystal Springs – Chapter members can enroll for a complimentary Rewards Card which offers special discounts, including advance booking privileges. Value $99+ (does not include free rounds of golf) Click here for 2023 Application.
Want the full Rewards Card Package, including 3 free rounds of golf? Call or email Bob Coletti, Golf Sales Manager, at 862-293-4950. LPGA Amateurs receive a discounted price of $145 (regular cost is $210 for new members and $190 for renewal) for the 2023 season.
Farmstead Golf & Country Club - No less than 20% off all women's clothing. Show LPGA Amateurs Membership Card to receive discounts.
Meadows Golf Club – Show LPGA Amateurs Membership Card to receive $20 green fees Mon – Fri after 1:00pm
Morris County Golf Courses - LPGA Amateurs - Northern New Jersey Membership provides eligibility to purchase a Morris County Club Card regardless of your County Residence. Value $100+. Show LPGA Amateurs Membership Card
Golf4Her Show LPGA Amateurs Membership Card for a 10% discount on merchandise and equipment. Valid online using code LPGAANNJ23 and in Denville store (excludes sale/clearance items). Some manufacturer restrictions apply. Excludes the purchase of gift cards. Active today. Expires on 12/31/23
Did you know that one of the benefits of your LPGA Amateurs membership is complimentary entrance to LPGA Tournaments? You read that right! You and a guest can gain access into to all LPGA, Epson, and Legends Tour events in the US and Canada (excluding the US Women’s Open and Solheim Cup).
