The LoHud Golf Blog

Max Buckley (Westchester C.C.) clinched the Carey Cup for the Metropolitan Golf Association when he posted a 1-up victory over Alex Gleeson, and Mike Miller (Knollwood C.C.) sank a long putt for par to half the final match with Eddie McCormack, giving the organization a 6 ½ to 5 ½... Read More →

The reign of defending champion Kirk Satterfield came to an abrupt end when the Country Club of Purchase assistant lost in 19 holes to Pelham assistant Joseph DiDomenico. The second and third rounds will be played on Tuesday at St. Andrew’s. The quarterfinals and semifinals are Wednesday, and the championship... Read More →

There is no better commercial for the upcoming Metropolitan Golf Writers Association national awards dinner than a reel of highlights from past gatherings. Bruce Smith of Sporty Bear Productions compiled a number of poignant moments for your viewing pleasure. Don’t forget, the dinner will be June 18 at the Westchester... Read More →

By Mike Dougherty HARRISON — There’s a pretty good reason why the members at Willow Ridge Country Club are suddenly meticulous in raking sand traps, filling divots and fixing ball marks. It’s the pride of ownership. After paying rent for more than 40 years, the members took advantage of a... Read More →

By Mike Zacchio Rye freshman James McHugh has had quite an April. Aside from the fact that the Garnets (4-1) are among one of the top teams in the section, McHugh made headlines of his own after winning a title on the International Junior Golf Tour on April 14. McHugh... Read More →

Metropolitan Golf Association director of rules and competitions, Brian Mahoney, runs down the organization’s three majors and reigning player of the year, Mike Miller, previews what’s going to be a very busy summer that includes a desire to qualify for the Walker Cup. Note: The audio levels fluctuate due to... Read More →

By Mike Dougherty ELMSFORD – Long before he ranked among the world’s best golf instructors, Jim McLean sat in the audience during the annual Metropolitan PGA Education Form, taking mental notes. And it helped the master professional became a headliner. McLean was on stage for nearly two hours at the... Read More →