Gloria Menoprio was a boss. She played in the 1933 Ladies’ British Open Amateur Championship with just one club (a cleek) and was the first woman to wear trousers in competition. In her honor, Northwest Hickory Players presents the inaugural Gloria Minoprio Challenge. Players must wear trousers and use only one club. It has to be an original hickory-shafted iron (no replicas) with a loft of 25-degrees or less (aka a “cleek iron”). No woods permitted. No measuring devices of any kind allowed. The challenge will be over nine holes and we’ll all raise a glass to Gloria afterward. Click Here for the 2023 Rules Sheet and 1933 Media Coverage…

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Northwest Hickory Players are meeting at Meadow Park Golf Course in Tacoma to celebrate World Hickory Golf Day. This year’s event will be held on April 30, 2023 with tee times beginning at 10 a.m. Players will pay their green fees at the course–and an entry fee for the event payable to Rob Ahlschwede at the event–$20 to cover a small gift and prizes. The 2023 event will allow 44 players. The event is playing for the John Ball trophy. John was an English pro that was one of the designers of the course that opened in 1915 and is now part of the Tacoma Park and Recreation Department. There…

Once considered among the most difficult golf courses in the Northwest, White Horse Golf Club is now enjoyed by all level of golfers from around the region. When purchased by the Suquamish Indian Tribe during 2010 there were three immediate goals for their newest acquisition. This list included: softening the course conditions, building a clubhouse, and expanding the food and beverage operations to include a catering and banquet facility. Local architect John Harbottle was brought in to make the golf course more enjoyable for all golfers. He removed almost half of the bunkers (created by original architect, Pete Dye’s niece) and created more accessible approach shots for golfers into the…

Built in 1986 by architect Jack Frei in accordance with the Audubon Society to optimize its serene location, McCormick Woods Golf Club in Port Orchard is one of Washington’s premier public golf experiences. The course features natural lakes hidden amongst towering firs and cedars. With five tee placements at each hole, players of every level can enjoy this championship public course. At McCormick Woods, your scenic golf experience becomes a tranquil escape. NWHP member, Paula Anderson, will host this social outing for up to 20 players in a Bingo-Bango-Bongo format. Walking rate is $39, payable at the clubhouse. No penalty for cancelation if the weather doesn’t cooperate. The first tee…

The Northwest Hickory Players’ 10th annual New Year’s Day outing on Sunday, January 1, 2023 has been scheduled at Lynnwood Golf Course near Edmonds, WA. We have seven tee times reserved starting at 10:00 a.m. Greens fees to be paid on the day of play. We will collect an additional $20 from each player prior to the round for the games and a swanky NWHP 2023 wall calendar. The game for New Year’s Day will be 3-2-1 Cha Cha Cha. This will be a team event with 3 net scores totaled on the first hole, 2 net scores on the second hole, one net score on the third hole, then…

Black Friday Foster Friendly Presented by NW Hickory Players Sandy and Jimmy Bucher invite you out for a stress-free, friendly hickory round at Foster Golf Links in Tukwila, WA. Tee times start at 10:00 AM with room for 24 players. The course restaurant will be open post-round for some warm food and hickory player camaraderie. Pay at the course: 18 walking $32.00 18 Senior-rate walking $27.00 Cart shared $18.00 per rider, or solo $28.00 Thank you to Sandy and Jimmy Bucher, hosts!                 EmailFacebookTwitterPinterestPrint

2022 COW Cup – November 5 & 6, 2022 Centennial Golf Club, Medford, Oregon   COW Cup Returns to Centennial GC After Three Year Hiatus! Hickory players from California, Oregon, and Washington (and other states) are invited to the 5th Annual COW Cup. In the tradition of the Ryder Cup, the team from California is matched against the team from Oregon and Washington.   Join us for the most fun hickory event of the year! SATURDAY, Nov 5 – Tee times start at 11:00 a.m.  — Chapman format — Teams of two hit tee shots, and then play second shots hitting their partner’s balls. After both players’ second shots, the…

Foster Fourball is Back! By popular demand, the two-person best ball competition, traditionally known as fourball, is returning to Foster Golf Links on Sunday, July 31. We have six tee times reserved with the first tee time going off at 10:08 a.m. Green fees are $43 walking. We will also be collecting $20 from each player for competition with $5 going to the Northwest Hickory Players treasury to support its operation and the remainder being paid out to the winning teams. Space is limited to the first 24 players to sign up, so sign up early!                       EmailFacebookTwitterPinterestPrint

Friday September 16, 2022 and Saturday September 17, 2022 Round 1 – Sept. 16, 2022: Wenatchee Country Club (1 p.m. start) Round 2 – Sept. 17, 2022: Leavenworth Golf Course (9 a.m. start) Entries limited to the first 24 players! 8/2/22 UPDATE: FIELD IS FULL. WAITLIST ONLY AT THIS POINT. $198.00 (includes greens fee and awards) Wenatchee CC – carts provided Leavenworth GC – $18/cart rider – pay at the course Awards for 1st and 2nd Low Gross and Net Winners for Men’s divisions, awards for 1st Low Gross and Net for Women. Hosted by John Quickstad. For lodging options, CLICK HERE. SCHEDULE: Friday – September 16 – Wenatchee CC…

From its quaint, fishing lodge-style clubhouse to its celebrated golf course, Trophy Lake Golf & Casting is a magnificent collaboration of nature and design, capturing the spirit and tradition of the Pacific Northwest.  The celebration of two of the Pacific Northwest’s most popular activities – golf and fishing – enhance the experience and create a resort feel that allows guests to truly escape and enjoy. Located just 15 minutes from the Seattle ferry landing and 30 minutes from Tacoma, Trophy Lake is convenient from all areas of the sound. Hosted by Steve Franich and Rick Williams, Northwest Hickory Players is pleased to host its annual hickory “invitational” outing at Trophy…

Hosted by: Goose Guenette Tournament Director: Goose Guenette The Goose Cup is a 16 player individual match play tournament to be played over the 2022 NWHP season. All rounds will be played at a course mutually chosen by the players involved. The players will be arranged by SOHG handicap index and matches assigned to minimize strokes given. The intention is to encourage NWHP play between scheduled events and around scheduled events. USGA rules of golf in effect. Observe local rules in effect for play on the day of your match. Preferred lies are not allowed unless stipulated as a local rule on the day of play. Embedded ball rule in…

The Northwest Hickory Players’ Portland Affiliates will host “Swinging for the Roses,” an 18-hole outing on Sunday, May 22, at the Rose City Golf Course in Portland. They have room for 24 players starting at 11 a.m.  Players can pay their fee at the clubhouse. FULL FIELD Built in 1923, the course is the second oldest municipal course in the city and state. Located in the center of northeast Portland neighborhoods, Rose City GC is a classic, tree-lined course that is both playable and challenging for players at all levels. Recent renovations have improved conditions and year-round playability at Rose City. Historically, the property has seen a progression of use…

The Historic Gearhart Golf Links, Gearhart, Oregon is the site for this 36-hole, two-day event presented by the Northwest Hickory Players.  There will be 4 divisions for competition–Open Championship, Senior (60 and over), Woman’s and Super-Senior (over 70), with gross and net awards in all divisions.   All divisions will play 18 holes medal play each day to determine a winner. 6/29/22 UPDATE: FIELD IS NEARLY FULL. MAX IS 52 PLAYERS. RSVP NOW. ORGANIZER WILL KEEP A WAITLIST. There will be an informal trade show Tuesday before the round and a dinner will follow the Tuesday round as well.  An Award Ceremony will follow play on Wednesday.  Play is scheduled for…

The Northwest Hickory Players are pleased to invite you to the inaugural “Pacific Northwest Gutty” to be held at Meadowmeer Golf & Country Club on Bainbridge Island, Washington.   NOTE: THIS EVENT WAS ORIGINALLY PLANNED ON JULY 25TH – IT IS CHANGED TO SATURDAY, JULY 24TH.   Meadowmeer is a nine-hole woodland layout located just off the Grand Forest on Bainbridge Island. It features generous rolling fairways, large greens, and design elements which are ideal for both Gutty Golf and pre-1935 hickory play. Locals consider it a hidden gem, and the secret is starting to get out.   The Pacific Northwest Gutty will be limited to 24 players, and is…

An affiliate in Oregon is helping rally players in Oregon for some springtime outings….we encourage you to join in! Here are upcoming events in the state of Oregon. Links will connect with with Brandon Bunke who is coordinating these events for NWHP.   April 18, 2021: OREGON CITY GOLF CLUB OUTING, Oregon City GC, Oregon City, OR Greens fees will be $35, payable at the course; optional cash game with a $20 buy in and a stroke play format May 23, 2021: EASTMORELAND GOLF COURSE OUTING, Eastmoreland GC, Portland, OR Greens fees will be $47, payable at the course; optional cash game with a $20 buy in and a stroke…

Two day gross and net competition with awards for Open, Senior (60+), Statesman (70+) and a Women’s division. OGA Members course (Saturday) 1:30 pm start Salem Golf Club (Sunday) 9:00 am start Entry fee $125 (includes green fees, range balls, Awards) Limited to 40 players Deadline July 17, 20121 RSVP to: [email protected] Event Details 36 Hole individual stroke play Competition Saturday, July 31 @ OGA Golf Course 1:30pm Sunday August 1st @ Salem golf club 9:00am Entry fee $125 Includes Green Fees, range balls and prizes. Rental clubs available $25 each day Field limit to 40 Players Divisions: Open, Senior 60+, Super Senior 70+ and Women’s Equipment: Hickory-Shafted clubs as…

The Northwest Hickory Players is pleased to invite you to the seventh annual 2021 Pacific Northwest Hickory Championship to be held at the historic Longview Country Club in Longview, Washington. Longview CC was established in 1923 and has hosted numerous major Northwest championships. The front nine was designed by Francis L. James and opened in 1927. The back nine opened in 1958. Read its History. The Pacific Northwest Hickory Championship will be a two-day gross and net competition with awards for Open, Senior (60+), Statesmen (70+) and Women’s Divisions. Field is limited to first 56 players to sign up. ENTRY FEE: $190 includes green fees and carts for both days,…

Gilles “Goose” Guenette is hosting the second annual Goose Cup, a season-long match play affair for up to 32 players with pay-outs for the top four finishers. As tournament director, Goose will assign all brackets and players will be responsible to plan their matches on mutually agreeable grounds for each stage. Last year’s champion is Gerry McFaul. And click here for a short overview designed by Goose. THE BASICS Limited field of 32 players only Sign-up deadline 1/24/21 SOHG Handicap or scratch only (players will need an SoHG handicap, or play as scratch.) There will be two 16-player brackets – the finalists on each side will play for the Championship…