• Longtime British Columbia Golf Executive Director To Retire

    For Immediate Release

    Delta, B.C. (December 2nd, 2024) - British Columbia Golf has announced that Kris Jonasson, long time CEO and Executive Director, plans to retire effective December 31, 2025.

  • Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Port Coquitlam’s Yeji Kwon Ready To Play For A Spot On LPGA Tour

    Morgan Creek to play host to PGA Tour Americas’ Fortinet Cup Championship; Longtime McCleery, Langara pro Muncie Booth retiring

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    (December 2, 2024)  - Yeji Kwon sailed through her first qualifying school test and now hopes she can ace the final exam.

    That would be the final stage of the LPGA Tour’s Qualifying Series, which goes Dec. 5-9 in Mobile, Ala. The 18-year-old Port Coquitlam resident earned her spot in the final stage back in late October when she tied for 10th at second-stage qualifying.

    That finish has earned her good Epson Tour status for 2025, but the former Canadian Junior Girls champion doesn’t want to settle for that.

  • Canadian Golf Community Saddened By The Passing Of Past Golf Canada President James A. Grant

    (November 29, 2024) - British Columbia Golf joins Golf Canada and the entire Canadian golf community in expressing our sadness and offering condolences to his family and friends upon learning of the recent passing of Past Golf Canada President and Honorary Life Governor, The Honourable James (Jim) Andrews Grant who passed away peacefully on November 22, 2024 at the age of 87.

    We present below Golf Canada's post in memory of Mr. Grant.

  • Bootleg Gap In Kimberley To Host 123rd BC Amateur Championship, Purcell To Host Supplemental Qualifier

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    KIMBERLEY, B.C. (December 2, 2024) - Bootleg Gap Golf Club in Kimberley has been selected by British Columbia Golf as the host site for the 123rd BC Amateur Championship, the week of July 14-18, 2025.  

    “Bootleg Gap is one of our Province’s strongest courses and a true hidden gem in the eastern edge of British Columbia,” said Jerome Goddard, BC Golf director of rules & competitions. “The BC Amateur will be a thrilling week for our players and the Kimberley community as we showcase all that the area has to offer as a golf destination.”

  • Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Three members of B.C.’s PGA TOUR foursome earn passing grades

    Point Grey winner Dahmen comes up clutch in final round; Macdonald, Ewart, Crisologo prepare for second stage; du Toit makes cut in Hong Kong, now heads to Qatar

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    The PGA TOUR wrapped up its 2024 season at last week’s RSM Classic on St. Simons Island in Georgia, where Abbotsford’s Nick Taylor didn’t play but got some good news anyway.

    Taylor managed to hang on to his spot inside the top 60 on the Fed Ex Cup points list — finishing 60th — and that means he can add a couple of lucrative Signature events to his 2025 PGA TOUR schedule. Players finishing 51st to 60th on the points list earned invitations into two California Signature events, the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am on the Monterey Peninsula and the Genesis Championship at Riviera Country Club in suburban Los Angeles.

    The 2024 season was a mixed bag for the four British Columbians who had PGA TOUR status. Here’s how we grade their play in 2024.

  • British Columbia Golf Mourns The Passing Of Former Director Wayne Haddad

    British Columbia Golf is saddened to learn of the recent passing of longtime director, Wayne Haddad, of Cranbrook B.C. on November 18, 2024 at the age of 84. The entire BC Golf organization would like to offer our condolences to Wayne's family and friends.

    Wayne was a director for 22 years (1982 to 2004) with the BC Golf Association. He thoroughly enjoyed his trips as a chaperone taking junior boys to various golf tournaments. 

    Please go to this link to see the official obituary for Wayne. 

  • Quilchena Golf & Country Club To Host 2025 BC Junior Boys Championship

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA GOLF

    RICHMOND, B.C. (November 19, 2024) - Quilchena Golf & Country Club in Richmond has been selected by BC Golf as the host site for the 2025 Junior Boys Championship from July 7th to July 11th, 2025.

    “We are excited to celebrate Quilchena’s 100th year anniversary with hosting the BC Junior Boys at this storied golf course,” said Jerome Goddard, BC Golf Director of Rules & Competitions. “Quilchena’s premium layout and superb conditioning will present an excellent test for our Province’s best Junior Boys.

  • Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Zalli Up For The Challenge After Stellar Play At Q-School

    Residential Development Proposed For The Hills At Portal GC; Major Renovation Planned For Whistler Golf Club

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    In addition to earning exempt status on next year’s European Challenge Tour at qualifying school last week, Vancouver’s Ilirian Zalli brought home some memories that will last a lifetime.

    One in particular stands out for the former B.C. Junior Boys champion. It happened when Zalli and his caddie — his father Gentian — were about to begin the third round of the final stage of the DP World Tour Q-school in Spain. Standing on the first tee was two-time Masters champion José Maria Olazábal.

    “He was caddying for his nephew and we were paired with him the third and fourth rounds, so my dad was really excited to meet him and pass the flagstick back and forth to José,” Zalli said with a chuckle in an interview. “That was fun for me, too. José cleaned my golf ball a few times on the greens. I didn’t even ask him. It was a little hard to believe, to be honest with you.”

  • First Tee of BC Team Completes 100 Hole Hike Fundraiser for Youth on Course

    SURREY, B.C. (November 7) - On October 25, 2024, the team from First Tee of BC, along with donors from RBC, embarked on an ambitious challenge: to complete a 100-hole hike fundraiser at Birdies and Buckets in Surrey, BC.

    This remarkable event was part of a global initiative, with supporters from across the world rallying to support Youth on Course, an organization dedicated to providing young golfers with access to affordable tee times and opportunities to play.

  • Victoria's Gorge Vale GC To Host 2025 B.C. Junior Girls Championship & 2027 B.C. Amateur

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA GOLF

    VICTORIA, B.C. (November 4th, 2024)  - Gorge Vale Golf Club in Victoria has been selected by BC Golf as the host site for the 2025 B.C. Junior Girls Championship, set to take place from June 30th to July 4th, 2025. The Club will also host the 2027 B.C. Amateur to commemorate their 100-year anniversary.

    “We are thrilled to hold the 2025 B.C. Junior Girls and 2027 B.C. Amateur at Gorge Vale Golf Club and showcase an exceptional golf course for all different skill levels,” said William McKenzie, BC Golf Events Manager.

  • Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Ilirian Zalli Advances To Final Stage Of DP World Tour Q-School

    Clara Ding wins Elite Junior Invitational in Florida; Richard Lee cashes in on Asian Tour; Lauren Kim to play for Team Canada at Spirit International

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    (November 4, 2024) - Fraser Mullholland has had a front-row seat to Ilirian Zalli’s development as a professional golfer, so the Vancouver Golf Tour commissioner was not surprised to see Zalli advance to the final stage of the DP World Tour Q- school.

    “He just continues to prove to himself and to us that he is not afraid of the moment and is fully confident in his abilities,” Mullholland said of Zalli, a former B.C. Junior Boys and Vancouver Open champion.

    Zalli shot four rounds in the 60s and breezed through his second-stage Q-school site in Girona, Spain.

  • British Columbia Golf Wishes Everyone A Happy Diwali

    Diwali is the Indian “festival of lights”—a holiday that celebrates the triumph of good over evil. This year, Diwali will be celebrated on October 31st. Though technically religious, it’s also become a cultural event in North America that’s celebrated with sweets and special foods.

    What Is Diwali?

    Diwali (also called Divali or Deepavali) is a “festival of lights” that celebrates the triumph of light over dark and good over evil, and the blessings of victory, freedom, and enlightenment. The name comes from Sanksrit dipavali, meaning “row of lights.” On the night of Diwali, celebrants light dozens of candles and clay lamps (called diyas), placing them throughout their homes and in the streets to light up the dark night.

    In most of India, Diwali consists of a five-day celebration that peaks on the third day with the main celebration of Diwali. In other places where Diwali occurs, usually only the main day is celebrated.

    Who Celebrates Diwali?

    Diwali is primarily celebrated by followers of the Hindu, Sikh, and Jain faiths. However, the holiday is celebrated throughout India, Singapore, and several other South Asian countries as a national holiday, meaning that people outside these religions may participate in Diwali celebrations, too. Hindu, Sikh, and Jain communities in the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, and elsewhere around the globe also regularly celebrate Diwali.

    When Is Diwali?

    Diwali occurs annually in autumn (or spring, in the southern hemisphere), during the Hindu month of Kartik. (To put it in Western terms, Kartik begins around mid-October and ends in mid-November.) Specifically, Diwali occurs on the darkest day of the lunar month, which is the day of the new Moon.

  • Whistler Golf Club To Host 2025 Women’s Senior, Super Senior, And Super-Super Senior Championship

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA GOLF

    WHISTLER, B.C. (October 31, 2024) - Whistler Golf Club has been selected by BC Golf as the host site for the 2025 Women’s Senior, Super Senior, and Super-Super Senior Championship from June 9th to 12th, 2025.

    “BC Golf is thrilled to bring the Women’s Senior Championship to Whistler Golf Club,” said Jerome Goddard, BC Golf Director of Rules & Competitions. “The layout, conditioning, and resort amenities of the Club and surrounding area will be an excellent fit for our players. We are especially thankful to Tourism Whistler for their support in securing and organizing this Championship.”

    Whistler Golf Club was designed by Arnold Palmer and opened in 1983. The Club is within walking distance of the iconic Whistler Village and features broad fairways and mountain views on many holes. The golf course is surrounded by majestic old-growth cedars and firs.

  • Ziemer's B.C. Golf Notes: Dylan MacDonald shatters UBC scoring record

    Yeji Kwon advances to final stage of LPGA Tour Q-school; Amy Lee commits to University of Texas; Zalli in Spain for second stage of DP World Tour Q-school

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    (October 28, 2024) - When Dylan MacDonald reflects on his time as a UBC Thunderbird, he’ll undoubtedly remember being part of NAIA and Canadian championship teams. He will also never forget one very special week in Bremerton, Wash.

    Last week at Gold Mountain’s Olympic course, MacDonald played what he called the best golf of his life and won the UBC Men’s Invitational tourney with a three-round total of 17-under par.

    That broke the UBC program scoring record for a 54-hole event and MacDonald’s final round of eight-under 64 matched the school’s single-round record.

    “This was definitely the best golf I have ever played,” MacDonald said in an interview.

  • Victoria Golf Club To Host The 120th B.C. Women’s Amateur, Mid-Amateur & Mid-Master Championship In 2025

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA GOLF

    VICTORIA, B.C. (October 28, 2024) - Victoria Golf Club in Victoria has been selected by BC Golf as the host site for the 120th B.C. Women’s Amateur & Mid-Amateur, and Mid-Master Championship from June 23rd to June 26th, 2025.

    “We are excited to host the Women’s Amateur and Mid-Amateur Championship at Victoria, which is one of British Columbia’s strongest and most historic golf courses,” said Jerome Goddard, BC Golf Director of Rules & Competitions. “Our long-awaited return to Victoria will be a memorable week for the membership and for British Columbia’s top female players.”

    The Victoria Golf Club, founded in 1893, is the oldest 18-hole golf course in Canada in its original location, and second oldest in North America. Victoria Golf Club was recently ranked #13 in Canada in The Score Golf’s Top 100 ranking.

  • Highland Pacific To Host 2025 B.C. Men’s Mid-Amateur & Mid-Master Championship

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, BRITISH COLUMBIA GOLF

    VICTORIA, B.C. (October 16, 2024) - Highland Pacific Golf in Victoria has been selected by BC Golf as the host site for the 2025 B.C. Men’s Mid-Amateur & Mid-Master Championship from June 2nd to June 5th.

    “We are excited to return to Highland Pacific, which is a fantastic golf course and boasts a strong community of pass holders and public players,” said Jerome Goddard, BC Golf Director of Rules & Competitions. “We are looking forward to this event and know that Highland Pacific will be an excellent host for British Columbia’s top Mid-Amateur Men.”

  • Four From B.C. In Golf Canada’s 2024 Junior Skills Challenge National Final At Credit Valley G&CC

    via Golf Canada

    Mississauga, Ont.(October 1, 2024) – The 2024 Junior Skills Challenge National Event will take place on Saturday, October 5 at Credit Valley Golf & Country Club in Mississauga, Ont.

    A total of 31 golfers from four age groups will compete in the 15th edition of the Junior Skills Challenge National Event, which brings together the top-scoring juniors from coast-to-coast.

    The participating junior golfers will compete in a three-part skills challenge (putting, chipping and driving) with one overall winner per age group and gender.

  • BDO National Golf League Provincial Championships For B.C. Go This Week

     

    HOW IT WORKS

    BDO National Golf League Championship

    The BDO National Golf League regular season is a net Stableford points competition that’s built seamlessly into your existing league experience—so all you need to focus on is bringing your A-game.

    During the regular season, your club will designate six weeks of your traditional league nights as BDO National Golf League Majors. You will play in your league nights as you always have and the BDO National Golf League will pull your best four 9 hole net scores from the 6 major weeks.

  • Ontario / BC Indigenous Challenge Match: Slideshow

    Shooting 59: Take three minutes to see our top 59 images from the 2024 edition of the Indigenous Challenge Match between teams from BC and Ontario...

  • Team British Columbia Wins Second Straight Indigenous Challenge Match With Ontario

    By Brad Ziemer, British Columbia Golf

    British Columbia retained bragging rights after winning its second straight Indigenous Challenge Match with Ontario at the Bear Mountain Resort in Victoria.

    Team B.C. outscored Ontario 9-7 in the two-day match-play event at Bear Mountain’s Valley and Mountain courses.