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CURRENT HIGHLIGHTS

It is time to renew your membership!


All memberships for 2024 expired 12/31/24. You should have received reminders from LPGA Amateurs Headquarters. Please log into your account and renew your membership so you don't miss communications from Headquarters or us, locally, in Fort Wayne.


You do not save any money by waiting. You pay for the full year regardless of when you renew. The annual renewal rate is $120 - after March 31st, this rate will go up.


NOTE: If you are not renewed for 2025, you WILL NOT be able to register for events via Golf Genius as you will no longer be a member in the system.


If you need any help or have questions, please email us at communication@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com


Plans for 2025


Leagues:

  • Monday 9 Hole Match Play - Chestnut Hills Golf Club - Two person teams - two 9-week halves - commitment required for each half. Starts May 5th.
  • NEW! Wednesday 18 (or 9) Hole morning league - Chestnut Hills Golf Club - Sign up each week based on your availability. Starts May 7th.
  • If you are able to help Shannon coordinate this league, reach out to her at shannon@1phillips.com
  • Wednesday 9 Hole evening league - Autumn Ridge Golf Course - Sign up each week based on your availability. Limited to first 16 players. Starts May 7th.
  • Thursday 9 Hole evening league - Sign up each based on your availability. Starts May 1st.

Weekend Events:

  • Going to check out some new courses in our region this year....think Swan Lake and others.

Player Development:

  • Rules Educational Event
  • Chipping Clinic

Social Events

  • Monthly Dinners
  • Game Nights

Handicap Dues 2025


You have the option to sign up for handicap service provided by Indiana Golf and your local LPGA Amateur Chapter.


The cost is $29 and is good through one full calendar year. You can download the Indiana golf phone APP to enter scores for 2025 and to access your handicap index.

  • If you have an existing membership through our chapter and you pay the fee for 2025, there is nothing else that needs to be done (you're ID will stay active for another year).
  • For LPGA Amateurs Members paying the $29 fee FOR THE FIRST TIME, the handicap administrator(s) will contact you with your World Golf Handicap ID number along with a link and information on how to access the Indiana Golf Website for the first time.
  • You will need to register/renew for the 2025 season to enter any 2025 scores.
  • Our handicap administrator is Susan Roth. She can be reached for questions at gseroth@aol.com or 260-466-0655


Register Now for the 2025 Dues

Euchre Tournament Fun!


Congratulations to Mary McGrew, Round 1 winner and

Laura Getz, Round 2 winner!

The Gang's all here!





 Round 1 Winners!

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN JANUARY

Visit their website HERE

January Dinner


Tuesday, January 21, 2025


The Village Tap (aka Nick’s Rib Room)


1235 E. State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN


5:30 PM

Sign up HERE

More Mah-Jong! Signups will be on our WEBSITE as they are scheduled. There is another session on January 19th.


We are always willing to teach beginners! Just let us know if it your first time when you sign up.

WHAT'S HAPPENING IN FEBRUARY

February Dinner


Wednesday, February 12, 2025


Paula's on Main


1732 W. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN


5:30 PM

Sign up HERE


Let's support Purdue Fort Wayne Women's Basketball in the fight against Breast Cancer!

Join Purdue FW February 15th for their 18th Annual Women’s Basketball Pink Out Luncheon (12:00 PM) and Game (2:00 PM) presented by Lutheran Health Network. The pregame luncheon will feature Mastodon coaches, staff and leaders in the area of breast cancer research.


Breast Cancer survivors receive complimentary admission to the luncheon and game with special halftime recognition. Tickets for attendees are $25 and include luncheon and game ticket.


Here’s the link for the Luncheon/Game package: Click HERE


If you are battling breast cancer and/or are a survivor, use code: “Survivor” to get 1 ticket complimentary.

More Mah-Jong! Signups will be on our WEBSITE as they are scheduled. There are more sessions on February 2nd & 16th.


We are always willing to teach beginners! Just let us know if it your first time when you sign up.

UPCOMING EVENTS!

Spring Kickoff 2025 - April 12, 2025 - Location: Sycamore Hills Golf Club!

The LPGA Women in Golf Summit! May17-19, 2025 in Daytona Beach. All members welcome!


Take advantage of the early bird registration for the 2025 We are the Women in Golf Summit presented by Titleist! Check out the Schedule of Events here and Register Now!

Spring Trip - Memorial Day Weekend 2025 - Manistee National Golf & Resort - Visit their website HERE

MEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

PASSION PROJECTS

What is this new Section?


We are beginning a new section of our newsletter to highlight our members passion projects. We have many members that give back to a large variety of organizations or lead projects personally to support some part of our community.


We want to highlight them here and hope to drive additional support from our membership to grow their impact.


They will also be shared on our website under Community Events.


If you have a passion project you need some help with our want our members to know about, send an email to communication@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com or reach out to Ann Playter at 260-433-0114

Robin's Passion


Robin Pease does several selfless things to support our homeless population. She sent out a request for tote bags prior to Christmas and received several from one of our members.


From Robin: "I used the tote bags to put food into and I hand those out to people asking for food at intersections or people on Facebook who say they have no food. The other bags I gave to Miss Sally for Street Reach for the Homeless. Those are used by the homeless to carry/store their few possessions"


In addition, Robin does more: "I also help out with Street Reach for the Homeless. (Check out their page on FB). We are in dire need of blankets and men’s parka style jackets you don’t want anymore, or perhaps they are just taking up space in a box or closet. Couch throws need to be at least 72” long, as we have some very tall folks. Men’s shoes, hats and gloves are also welcomed.


According to Donovan Cooley in 2020, (he was the pastor at the Rescue Mission) there were between 2000 – 2500 homeless people in Ft. Wayne. I can guarantee you that the number has increased in the last 4 years.


If you can help with anything, it will be truly appreciated. If not, please keep the homeless of Ft. Wayne in your prayers."


You can contact me by email or text. Rpease13@frontier.com or 260-440-9358.

Jana's Passion


As most of us know, Jana Sebele is an animal lover. She is volunteering her time to serve on The Barks and Mews Gala committee for Animal Care and Control.


Just a decade ago, Fort Wayne Animal Care and Control faced the heartbreaking reality of being unable to provide vital treatments for animals suffering from conditions as simple as heartworm disease. Today, because of the generosity of supporters, our Angel Fund has transformed the shelter's ability to care for thousands of animals in need of medical intervention.


The Barks and Mews Gala provides funding that is critical to sustaining this life-saving mission. This very special event will be taking place on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 6 PM at The Hangar at Kruse Plaza.


Jana is accepting donations for the Whiskey & Wine table, gift cards for the Gift Card table and other items for the raffle and silent auction. She is more than happy to pick them up.


She is also looking for other animal lovers to join her on the 22nd. Follow this LINK to learn more and register ($85).


Contact Jana at jlsebele@aol.com or 260-444-7822

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT




A huge welcome to our newest member, Erika Halliwill!


Welcome Erika - hope to see you at an event soon!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities exist in many areas:


  • Chapter Championship
  • Social Events
  • Spring Trip
  • Fall Trip
  • Weekend Events
  • Leagues
  • Spring Kickoff
  • Marketing/Communications

Get Involved!


We had several members sign up for committees at the Holdiay Party, but if you were unable to attend, here's your chance to get on a committee and help make our chapter even better!


Please fill out the contact form HERE or reach out to Laura Getz at membership@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com to let her know your interest.


If you have other ideas for a unique volunteer opportunity that you are passionate about, please tell us about it!

Did You Know?


Hold onto your golf clubs, because here’s a swingin’ fact for you! LPGA Amateurs (formerly EWGA) has been teeing off since 1991!


As we continue our journey through time meet the members who have been with us since 2011!



Rebecca Lance

Shannon Hardiek - Beth Bergeron

Doreen Davie - Marcia Fields

Lea Smith


Now Through June 30, 2025

Member Get a Member Incentives:

  • Recruit 2 new members: One dozen LPGA Amateurs logoed Callaway Chrome Soft Golf Balls
  • Recruit 3-5 new members: LPGA Amateurs 2026 renewal dues waived
  • Recruit 6-10 new members: LPGA Amateurs 2026 renewal dues waived + One dozen LPGA Amateurs logoed Callaway Chrome Soft Golf Balls + A Custom Wedge from Callaway!
  • Recruit 11+ new members: $500 Callaway Golf Gift Card
  • Have them include their name when joining

LOCAL SPONSOR/PARTNER HIGHLIGHTS

We have a New Sponsor!


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LOCAL COLLEGE SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS

Women's Golf

Hammock Beach Invitational


We are thrilled to share that Purdue Fort Wayne Women’s Golf team will host its first-ever tournament, the Hammock Beach Invitational, on March 13-14 in Palm Coast, FL. This is a significant milestone for the program, which is on the rise, having won three tournaments (Red Flash Invitational, Indiana State Invitational, The Julie) in the last two seasons and a runner up finish—making this our most successful stretch in program history.


Would be a fun kickoff to Spring to go watch! If you or anyone you know is interested in knowing more or sponsoring, click HERE.

Your Leadership Board

President, Jana Sebele



president@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

Golf & Events Director, Shannon Hardiek


communication@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

Membership Director, Laura Getz


membership@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

Finance & Records Director, Kristi Harkenrider


finance@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

Marketing Director, Ann Playter


communication@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

In The Know

Stay connected with what is going on in between newsletters. Make our website one of your favorites. All current information is updated there. Visit LPGA Amateurs Fort Wayne website HERE.


If you have something you would like us to know including suggestions, news about you or another member or a community event you would like to share, please send an email to the appropriate board member above or fill out a contact form on our website HERE.


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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

Click on their links to visit their websites.

Would you or your company like to be a Sponsor?

Please reach out to Ann Playter at communication@lpgaamateursfortwayne.com

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