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PGA Professional Spotlight: Kevin Michael

MARKSVILLE, LA – The Louisiana Golf Association is proud to be hosting a U.S. Open Qualifier on April 30th, 2023 at Tamahka Trails Golf Club. The event is a testament to the dedication and hard work of the club’s golf pro, Kevin Michael, who has been an integral part of the club’s success. Kevin Michael, … Read more

Eric Lavespere Claims First Louisiana Senior Amateur Championship at Tamahka Trails Golf Club

Marksville, Louisiana               April 28, 2023 Eric Lavespere of Monroe, Louisiana claimed his first Louisiana Senior Amateur Championship title at Tamahka Trails Golf Club on Saturday.  Lavespere started the day one back of leader Billy Joe Tolliver of Saint Gabriel, but was able to overcome the one stroke deficit with his patented smooth and consistent play. … Read more

Tolliver Leads 34th Louisiana Senior Amateur Championship After 36 Holes; Scott Haynie Wins Super Senior Championship

  Marksville, Louisiana               April 28, 2023Billy Joe Tolliver of Saint Gabriel, Louisiana leads a talented group of seniors after the second round of the 34th  Louisiana Senior Amateur Championship at Tamahka Trails Golf Club. Tolliver sits at one-under par 141 to lead by one stroke over Eric Lavespere of Monroe. Tolliver carded a low round … Read more

Louisiana Golf Association at 2023 Zurich Classic

New Orleans, Louisiana – The Louisiana Golf Association (LGA) had a successful week at the Zurich Classic, held at TPC Louisiana from April 17-23, 2023. The LGA set up an interactive tent with a putting green contest to promote the statewide golfing community and increase brand awareness about the LGA. The putting green used at … Read more

Golf Digest Explores Team Approach with PGA Tour Winner Sam Burns

  Golf Digest, a leading authority on golf instruction and tips, delves into the team approach to golf with PGA Tour winner and ADP ambassador Sam Burns in a captivating video series titled “Approach is Everything.” The series, available at www.golfdigest.com, uncovers the behind-the-scenes support system that helps Burns optimize his game and achieve success … Read more

Peyton Manning, Named Honorary Chair of U.S. Amateur 2023

The USGA announced today, April 12th that Peyton Manning will represent the 2023 U.S. Amateur Championship as the Chair of Cherry Hills Country Club which he has been a member. The Championship will be hosted on Aug. 14-20.  Louisiana Native, Peyton Manning is known for having an impressive career in the NFL. From being a … Read more

New Dates For 40th Louisiana Four-Ball Championship – June 3 & 4

  Lafayette, LA – March 17, 2023 The 40th Louisiana Four-Ball Championship has been postponed to June 3-4, 2023. The brand-new Mallard Golf Club clubhouse is currently under construction and will be completed in early May. We want to provide players with a great Championship experience and the new Mallard clubhouse will provide excellent amenities alongside … Read more

Connor Cassano and Jacob Blanton, Evelynn Artieta and Maci Williams, Slayte Guidry and Hudson Greene Win 2023 Sam Burns Junior Four-Ball Championship

February 26, 2023                    Choudrant, Louisiana LSU commit Connor Cassano of Shreveport, Louisiana and Ole Miss commit Jacob Blanton of West Point, Mississippi emerged victorious on Sunday at Squire Creek Country Club. After finishing in 17th place in 2022 and being 6 shots back after round one this year, Cassano and Blanton card an insanely low … Read more

Two Teams Tied atop of Talented Field in Sam Burns Junior Four-Ball Championship

February 25, 2023                   Choudrant, Louisiana The side of Caden Lester from Bastrop, Louisiana and Gray Kingrea of West Monroe, Louisiana and the side of Jay Mendell and Kale Fontenot of Lafayette, Louisiana, both carded incredible rounds of nine-under par 63. These two talented teams lead a strong field at Squire Creek Country Club in Choudrant, … Read more