Fore the Ladies

by | Jun 7, 2022 | Course Updates | 0 comments

The game of golf, like every other sport, has evolved over the years while adapting to the current trends and requirements.

The pandemic saw more women taking up golf than ever before, and  According to NGF, the number of female golfers increased by 450,000 in 2020 to 6 million female golfers, and increased again in 2021 by 200,000 to a total of 6.2 million female golfers. This year, it is expected to continue to rise and predicted to be the best year for women’s golf.  To start, the LPGA has more events scheduled ever in the history of women’s golf. The net prize fund from these 34 events comes to a total of $87.5 million, which is again the highest ever in history.

This is great news for the future of golf as it means that golf is diversifying gender demographics and is becoming a more inclusive sport that can be enjoyed by many.

Check out some of our Women’s Golf Opportunities for 2022 below!

Blue Heron Pines:
 • Tuesday – Ladies Day! all day 25% off rack rate
• Ladies Member’s Only League Tuesday mornings
• Additional Golf Instruction & Leagues at Blue Heron Pines provided by New Jersey Academy of Golf with Director of Instruction Bruce Chelucci, voted Best Teacher in New Jersey 2015 – 2019 by Golf Digest and long time instructor for 2019 LPGA player of the year Joanna Coe.

Downingtown:
 • Women’s Clinics March through September Topics include putting, short game, irons, drivers, rules, etiquette and more! Weekly clinic cap 24 players 4pm – 5:30pm $35 per person/clinic
• Tuesday morning ladies’ group that plays 18 holes. Handicap is required and can be purchased through DCC. Please include Maureen Gregory as the contact for this league. maureen@golfdowningtown.com Pro-shop: 610-873-0800

Ramblewood:
 • Women’s Golf Association – 18 hole League May through September, Informal play during April and October.
– Discounted Membership for partial season
– Discounted Greens Fees
– Weekly Competitions – Cash prizes
– Opportunity to play inter-club matches (Note: Maximum Ramblewood course handicap – 36)
ramblewoodcc.com/ladies-league/
• 9 Hole ladies golf association – Organized weekly from april – October. Must have/create a handicap and buy into the association. They would prefer if all ladies contacted the pro shop and then we can redirect to the proper person.
• Chicks with Sticks 9 Hole Golfers – Very informal group that plays weekly games with no handicap required. Again, ladies can contact the pro shop and then be redirected to the proper person.
• Women’s Golf Clinics 6-7PM $25 per person, per clinic
–  Alternating Thursdays May through September, with additional Fall dates.
– Topics covered include: putting, short game, irons, drivers, rules, etiquette, and more!
ramblewoodcc.com/womensclinic

RiverWinds:
 • Not women specific, open to everyone
– https://www.twilightgolfassociation.com/
– https://www.spark.golf/
• LADIES SPECIAL: Everyday discount – 20% off the public rate at the time, anytime Mon-Fri, after 2pm Sat-Sun

Running Deer:

  • Ladies Nite Out Wednesday Evenings (May 4th – August 17th)
    • Ladies Nite Out (LNO) is a new program at Running Deer GC designed for Women Golfers of all ages and abilities. We offer golf instruction, up to 9 holes of golf using formats that are fun with a little friendly competition. This is an fun evening for every woman looking to learn and play golf, meet new friends, network and have an enjoyable evening. There is no time like the present to get started, so sign up today and come out for some LNO fun.
    • Fee: $40 includes Clinic, Golf, 1 free drink and Happy hour pricing after golf
    • Schedule of events: 4:15 – 4:30 registration in Pro Shop
      • 4:30 – 5:15pm (Golf Instruction on range)
      • 5:15 – 7:15 (Play up to 9 Holes of golf)
      • Happy Hour Pricing following golf in 7 Tap Tavern
      • *** Beverage Cart on Range during clinic
    • Register by emailing Scott Dunn at Sdunn@Runningeergolfclub.com or by phone at  856-358-2000 x-227

Valleybrook:

  • Valleybrook Women’s Golf Association (V.W.G.A) – Every Wednesday, connect with other women in the game by playing a round of 18 or 9 holes or participating in our learn & play option! No matter which option you choose, the night will be full of fun, empowerment, and GOLF! All season join us for a celebration in support of Pink Roses Teal Magnolias’fight against women’s cancer.  https://www.valleybrookgolf.com/vwga/
    • 18 Hole League (April through October)
      • Format – 18 Holes, Stroke Play (play own golf ball), Closest to Pin
    • 9 Hole Play Only (May through July)
        • Tee times starting at 4:30pm Price includes Golf and Cart.
        • The course is a classic design that includes a mix of flat and hilly terrain as well as lush teeing greens and tight fairways.
        • Weekly On-Course Optional Competitions
    • Learn & Play Option (May through July)
      • Learn the game of golf with New Jersey Academy of Golf’s Bruce Chelucci!
        Voted Best Teacher in New Jersey 2015 – 2019 by Golf Digest and long time instructor for 2019 LPGA player of the year Joanna Coe.
      • Bruce has over 25 Years of Experienceteaching golfers of all ages & abilities
      • Weekly Golf Clinics, Fun Competitions,& On-Course Instruction