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Reid Dawson is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie - Chapman 2 man team tournament at Hyland Golf Club

December 10, 2022 all day
This year's 2 man team Chapman tournament will be held for the first time at everyone's favorite hickory venue, Hyland Golf Club in Southern Pines.First tee time is 10:27.  We will need an even number of players to make this work, so the field will be capped at 24 players, with additional folks being added as the numbers permit.Our rate is $45.  I don't believe that we've conducted the Lang Willie at Hyland before, so this should be a blast.  For those not remembering what the Chapman is, each…See More
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Chris Challender is attending Richard Schmidt's event

McKee-Moye Memorial Hickory 5 Club Championship at Pinecrest Golf Club

December 9, 2022 all day
This event just got a significant upgrade!  Starting this December, the event will be named the McKee-Moye Hickory 5 Club Championship.  In honor of founding members John McKee and Larry Moye.The event will be played in Lumberton, NC at Pinecrest Golf Club.  First tee time will be 10:30am; rate is $25; field will be capped at 24 players (unless there is a huge demand for more)See More
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Lee Valentini is now a member of The Carolina Hickory Golf Association
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Russell Eaves and Sean Phifer are now friends
Saturday
Matthew Wharton posted a status
"Walked 18 at Carolina GC with Brian Finn. My first full round since Brora back in Sep. What a way to start Thanksgiving Day!"
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JOHN J. RIORDAN posted a discussion

Oak Island Golf Club

If you are still looking for a course for your monthly tournaments, I would suggest Oak Island Golf Course.  It's a George Cobb beauty situated across the street from the Atlantic Ocean.  It's yardage from the Red tees is 4,923.Cobb designed the Par 3 course at Augusta National and was also involved in later improvements to the regular course and was good friends with Bobby Jones and Clifford Roberts.“A Classic George Cobb Design”Built in 1962 by world-renowned architect George Cobb, Oak Island…See More
Nov 23
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Rich Grula posted a discussion

Hurricane Help Needed by Florida Hickory Golfer Marci Likens

As a result of Hurricane Ian. FHG golfer Marci Likens sustained significant damage to her home due to flooding. There is a Go Fund Me Page set up to help her repair the damage done. At this time of Thanksgiving if you are able to contribute to one of our own, here is a link to the page and information on the progress underway on the…See More
Nov 23
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JOHN J. RIORDAN commented on Richard Schmidt's event McKee-Moye Memorial Hickory 5 Club Championship
"Can my wife, Charlotte play at Pinecrest?"
Nov 23
JOHN J. RIORDAN left a comment for Richard Schmidt
"I don't see my name as play in Lumberton. Please confirm my status"
Nov 23
Jeff Stern left a comment for JOHN J. RIORDAN
"John, I encourage you to get that Hagen Sand Iron authenticated.  Bob Georgiade knows these old clubs very well.  I've viewed them on auction sites going for quite a bit of money.  Having provenance from an astute collector and…"
Nov 23
Milton McPherson commented on Bryant Kittrell's blog post potentially getting out of Hickory golf
"Dang !!! Just as I'm getting retired and can plan on playing some hickories with you again, you decide to move north. Going to miss you Rich and appreciate you being captain of the Carolina hickory team. Hope to see you down the road and also…"
Nov 23
Milton McPherson commented on Richard Schmidt's event McKee-Moye Memorial Hickory 5 Club Championship
"Andy / Eric,   Appreciate you putting this together. Looking forward to celebrating two of the legends of Carolina hickory golf at John's home course. Could you also include my cousin, Stan Jennings, to the list of participants. I'm…"
Nov 23
Milton McPherson is attending Richard Schmidt's event

McKee-Moye Memorial Hickory 5 Club Championship at Pinecrest Golf Club

December 9, 2022 all day
This event just got a significant upgrade!  Starting this December, the event will be named the McKee-Moye Hickory 5 Club Championship.  In honor of founding members John McKee and Larry Moye.The event will be played in Lumberton, NC at Pinecrest Golf Club.  First tee time will be 10:30am; rate is $25; field will be capped at 24 players (unless there is a huge demand for more)See More
Nov 23
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JOHN J. RIORDAN commented on JOHN J. RIORDAN's blog post New to Hickory Golf
"I recently purchased at a local thrift shop a matched set of Kroydons and an ancient canvas bag for $5.00. Hidden in the bag was a Walter Hagen Concave Hickory Sand Wedge! It looks like quite a revolutionary golf club!"
Nov 23
Sean Phifer might attend Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie - Chapman 2 man team tournament at Hyland Golf Club

December 10, 2022 all day
This year's 2 man team Chapman tournament will be held for the first time at everyone's favorite hickory venue, Hyland Golf Club in Southern Pines.First tee time is 10:27.  We will need an even number of players to make this work, so the field will be capped at 24 players, with additional folks being added as the numbers permit.Our rate is $45.  I don't believe that we've conducted the Lang Willie at Hyland before, so this should be a blast.  For those not remembering what the Chapman is, each…See More
Nov 22
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Ellis Nelson replied to Sean Phifer's discussion Greenville NC Area Hickory Golfers
"Sean; As you probably know, we'll get some nice weather in December and a mid-morning tee time at any of the courses you mentioned would be fun. The CHGA already plays at tournament at Benvenue and perhaps Andy Moye, our new Captain, can help…"
Nov 22
Sean Phifer and Robert Birman are now friends
Nov 22
Jeff Stern replied to Richard Schmidt's discussion Clubs for Sale
"Capt. Richard-  Please post a list of your hickory sticks that you want to find good homes for.  Include a couple of details (loft, length, approx. flex, asking price, etc.) for each.  Bless you for your service to the Hickory golf…"
Nov 22
Jeff Stern replied to Richard Schmidt's discussion Andy Moye - New Captain of the Carolina Hickory Golf Association!
"Congrats to the new Captain!  Long may he serve with wit, wisdom... no songs required.  To Captain Richard, all the best to you and yours in your journey through this big world."
Nov 22

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Oak Island Golf Club

If you are still looking for a course for your monthly tournaments, I would suggest Oak Island Golf Course.  It's a George Cobb beauty situated across the street from the Atlantic Ocean.  It's…Continue

Started by JOHN J. RIORDAN Nov 23.

Hurricane Help Needed by Florida Hickory Golfer Marci Likens

As a result of Hurricane Ian. FHG…Continue

Started by Rich Grula Nov 23.

Greenville NC Area Hickory Golfers 4 Replies

Hello All. Just got into Hickory Golf last month after going down a worm-hole on Youtube. Went and bought a set of hickory clubs from an Antique Store in New Bern. Have played 3 rounds so far and I…Continue

Started by Sean Phifer. Last reply by Ellis Nelson Nov 22.

Clubs for Sale 13 Replies

Hey GangFollowing on my recent announcement regarding my move to RI - I am keeping my play set, but have a bunch of extra clubs that I would like to part with.  I've attached a list of what I am…Continue

Started by Richard Schmidt. Last reply by Jeff Stern Nov 22.

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New to Hickory Golf

Hello! I've had some hickory clubs and decided to start using them. Do you play with gutta percha balls? Do you walk or is there an option to ride in a car? I have difficulty walking. I'd love to play at Pinecrest, but am a total rookie. Do you have hickory handicaps. My email is holliscross621@yahoo.com. John Riordan

Posted by JOHN J. RIORDAN on November 11, 2022 at 1:42am — 3 Comments

Jay Harris

Sad news today. Jay Harris has been admitted to a Hospice facility in Burlington, NC where he has resided for the last several years. His stroke and surgeries from the melanoma that had spread to his brain are the contributing factors. Jay was one the founders of the Carolina Hickory Golf Association. He considered himself the Pied Piper of hickory golf in the Sandhills area and brought many new players into the fold. I will keep everyone posted on this site with updates and…

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Posted by Bob Georgiade on September 26, 2022 at 11:00am — 8 Comments

potentially getting out of Hickory golf

I am considering getting out of hickory golf due to other commitments. Rich Schmidt and many others have done a fantastic job of organizing and lining up golf tournaments for our group.

I have a tremendous selection of old and new left handed hickory clubs that I may soon be selling.

If you know of someone left handed that has an interest in left handed clubs please let me know.

Phone is 252-714-4090, email is bryant@kittrellandarmstrong.com.

i will probably keep…

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Posted by Bryant Kittrell on October 7, 2021 at 3:24pm — 4 Comments

Virginia Hickory Open July 23-25 in Charlottesville

Dear Hickory Friends in North Carolina!

We will contest the annual Virginia Hickory Open Friday-Sunday, July 23-25, at the Meadowcreek Golf Course in Charlottesville.  We invite you all to come and compete.  Lots of lodging and wine options in Charlottesville.  Marriott Courtyard is nearest the course.  The course is a lovely hickory venue, 17 holes can be "run up" and every hole is different/unique. See details at our VaHGA website, …

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Posted by James Clawson on June 22, 2021 at 5:59pm

 
 
 

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