* Laura Ewan

* Karen Hallows

* Laurie Hopkins

* Mary Beth Huneke

* Alexandra Joyjock

* Elizabeth Myers

* Helena Pierandrei

* Karen Gregory-Williams

Win a 4-night stay at Pawley's Plantation Golf & Country Club on Pawley's Island, SC, thanks to the generosity of fellow member Ellen Morrison.  

Ellen's fabulous condo is situated in the Low Country amongst the old moss-draped oaks on a Jack Nicklaus designed golf course. There are 2 large bedrooms each with 2 queen beds along with 2 baths, an ideal layout for 4 gal pals, 2 couples, or a family.  

How can you enter to win? 

• Auction bids will be accepted during our Kickoff Dinner, Thursday, April 11th
• Bid times from 5:00 - 6:30 pm
• Bids will start at $750

All proceeds will directly benefit our Richmond Chapter. 

Picture and details can be found HERE

Mill Quarter is open to guests. The remainder of events will be open to members only. Guest registration may open if there is space available at the Last Call email.  

• May 5th (Sun) Lake Chesdin Golf Club. Also REC event

A beautiful course nestled amongst hardwoods with generous fairways and greens in the Matoaca district of southern Chesterfield county just above the Appomattox.

• May 19th (Sun) The Golf Club at Mattaponi Springs  Also REC

A chapter favorite in Caroline County! It's hard to beat the beauty of this course. Don't miss out on an opportunity to enjoy one of Virginia's gems. They have a wonderful clubhouse and patio overlooking the 18th hole

Back by Popular Demand - Mystery Bus Trip!! June 22nd (Sat)

Registration is opening up early for this much anticipated event. We have selected a wonderful mystery course for your enjoyment. All you need to do is show up with your clubs. No need to worry about the drive. 

• Have coffee and breakfast on the way. Lunch is included in the price.  
• Everyone had a blast last year...sign up early!!

Skills Development- Clinics

Beginner FUNdamentals on Grip, Posture, Stance & Full Swing

• May 4th Saturday 10am-11am $40
• Bogey’s Sports Park 1675 Ashland Road Richmond

• Call Janet Phillips 804-837-0129 to reserve your spot

Fundamentals of Bunker Play

• May 16th Thursday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm $25
• First Tee 400 School Street Richmond 23222
• Emphasis will be on green side bunker shot fundamentals with stance and swing mechanics.

• Email Thelma Mack  macktavcu@gmail.com or call 804-543-7841 to reserve your spot. Payment due at First Tee before the clinic starts, so please come early to pay.

Are you a business owner or decision-maker, or have family, friends or colleagues who are business owners?

This season, our Chapter is proudly introducing the availability of corporate sponsorships for the 2024 season.  Sponsorship of our Chapter offers companies and organizations a great opportunity to capture the attention of so many accomplished, decision-making, female consumers!

Visit here for full details and to register your sponsorship

Want to discuss your options? Contact Lissa at President@LPGAAmateursRichmond.com

We are very grateful for your support!

In addition to Corporate Sponsorships, the Chapter is also introducing Family & Friends Donations.

Have you found yourself searching for a creative means to honor a Member’s birthday or celebrate or commemorate someone special in your life? Or are you a Chapter Member who would like to further your support? 

For the first time, our Chapter has created the means to accept ad hoc online donations for these reasons. We graciously appreciate your support.



Visit here for full details and to donate

After a highly successful first season, the RVA Capital Cup is returning with a new name.  In honor of our 20th Anniversary, the RVA Capital Cup name will be referred to as the RVA Emerald Cup (REC). The Emerald Cup is a season-long competition between LPGA Amateurs RVA Chapter members.  

In addition to the name change, the REC has some other exciting changes based on member feedback. 

Participants will have an opportunity to participate in up to seven (7) total Cup events, with end-of-season winners being determined by totaling each player’s lowest four (4) gross and net scores.  A player cannot be both a gross and net winner in her flight. Based upon the number of participants, the number of flights may expand from two to three to equalize the competition more evenly.  

Co-captains Edna Morris and Natalie Dalton have designated REC events on the 2024 Golf Events schedule, so mark your calendar now!!  

All members are encouraged to participate in this fun competition regardless of your handicap index or experience level. Entry fee is $30.

New this year, winners will be announced at the conclusion of each REC event. 

In this season-long 9-hole Match Play competition, each competitor will play five (5) opponents, one per month from May through September. Two divisions will be created based on handicap. 

You and your competitor will agree to a course location, play a 9-hole match, and submit your results to the Captain. Each match must be completed within that month.

In October, the top two players from each division will compete for 1st & 2nd + 3rd & 4th place. Winners will receive a combination of cash & prizes.

All members are encouraged to participate in this fun competition regardless of their handicap index or experience level. Handicap index is required.  Entry fee is $15.

On the fence? Anyone who is interested in "test driving" match play to see if you’d like to join the RVA Match Play, you can join Christii at the Providence league Thursday evening on April 18 or April 25 or morning play at Belmont on April 22 or April 29. Just email Christii at cwatkinsgolf@gmail.com a week prior to get on the Belmont's tee sheet or let her know you've signed up at Providence.

Questions?  Contact Captain Christii Watkins, cwatkinsgolf@gmail.com or text 301-651-2963

Both the morning and evening Leagues are returning this year.  

• Registering for the Leagues does not obligate you to play.  It simply ensures you will receive invitations to play each week.

  

There is no entry fee. Players pay the course directly each week upon arrival. Must be a member of LPGA Amateurs - Richmond to play in leagues.

Weekly Morning League

Location: Sycamore Creek Golf Course, 1991 Manakin Rd, Manakin-Sabot, VA 23103

Captains: Ellen Morrison and Terri Potts

Format: 18 holes

Dates: Every Wednesday morning, April 17, 2024 – November 13, 2024

Tee-times: 9:00 am beginning April 17th; shifts to 8:32am start on June 5th, returns to 9:00am on September 4th. 

Cost: $42 incl cart; players pay the course directly upon arrival.  Lunch is optional and individual pay.

Max # Players: 12 with a waitlist

Weekly Evening League

Location: Providence Golf Course, 1160 S Providence Rd, Richmond, VA 23236

Captains: Valencia McCown, Kiki Worthington

Format: 9 holes 

Dates: Every Thursday evening, April 18, 2024 – September 19, 2024

Tee-times: 5:06 p.m. beginning March 23rd; 5:33 p.m. beginning May 4th and continuing through the Summer

Cost: $35 incl cart / $29 walking; players pay the course directly upon arrival.  Dinner is optional and individual pay.

Max # Players: 16

So, the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers. But it is also the beginning of golf season! What do you need to play in wet and rainy conditions?

1) Equipping yourself with the right gear is crucial in wet and rainy conditions. An umbrella, a rain suit, rain gloves, and plenty of towels are essential. Don't forget to bring your bag’s rain hood and attach it for added protection. Also, spiked waterproof shoes to improve your grip and keep your little piggies dry.  



2) Wipe the clubhead before putting it back in your bag. This will keep your bag dry and clean and make it easier on the next hole. Some ladies bring a spray bottle, but I use the Groove it—it is a brush that holds water.

3) Choosing the right club is key in wet conditions. Opt for more lofted clubs, as the wet ground can cause the ball to plug and not roll. A launching club will help the ball carry farther in the air. Learn your carry yardages because you will have little roll. Also, consider going up a club since the ball won’t go as far.



4) Adapt your club shots to wet conditions. In these situations, more pitches than chips are necessary. The ball won't roll out as much as you'd like, so be prepared to be more aggressive with your wedges.

5) Putting. Wet greens will undoubtedly be slower; you will need to increase your backstroke length to roll the ball further. I suggest always giving yourself some time on the putting green before a round to get a good feel for the conditions.

6) Some rules will help you manage a wet course.  Rule 16 addresses relief from abnormal course conditions. Rule 16.1b (general area), 16.1c (bunker), and 16.1d (putting green) speak to relief if your ball is in temporary water. Rule 16.3 is specific to embedded balls. (tip: download the USGA Rules of Golf app to always have a reference on the course)

Also, check with the clubhouse. They may have a local rule that you can lift, clean and place it.

It’s no secret, Members are the best supporters and promoters of the LPGA Amateurs!

Recruit your friends, family, colleagues and neighbors to join LPGA Amateurs, and ask

the new member to include your name during the joining process. You can qualify for an

incentive just by recruiting two new members and incentives will be awarded at the end

of the Member Get a Member Drive based on the total number of new members

you recruited!!

Note: Complimentary and virtual memberships are not eligible for recruitment incentives.

Recruitment credit applies to new members only – rejoining members do not qualify.

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