Three LB Certified Instructors To Compete In the PNC
 

The PGA of America's PNC -- Professional National Championship -- is the premier event in 'Club Pro' golf. Each year, thousands of the best players in 41 PGA Sections across the country enter qualifiers for this championship. The top 20 finishers in the PNC earn entry into the PGA Championship, one of golf's four 'majors'. Trust me, qualifying for the PNC is a really big deal.

The Georgia PGA Section qualifier was held this past Monday and Tuesday, October 24-25, 2010, at The Manor Club in Alpharetta, Georgia. When the dust settled, Ted Fort and Jeff Hull, both Lynn Blake Certified Master Instructors, had earned their spots in the field. Ted's rounds of 69-70=139 (-5) gave him solo third place, one shot in front of Jeff, who shot 66-74=140 (-4) to finish in a tie for fourth. http://gapga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/g...eaderboard.htm

Meanwhile, Curt Sanders, Lynn Blake Certified Senior Instructor, earned his spot in the three-day Carolinas PGA Section qualifier played September 14-16 at Grandfather Golf and Country Club in Linville, North Carolina. Curt fired rounds of 78-71-71=220 (+4) and finished T-4. http://carpga.bluegolf.com/bluegolf/...eaderboard.htm

Great playing, guys. I know how hard you've worked and what this means to you. I'm so proud of you all!

The 2011 PNC will be played next June 26-29, 2011, at Hershey Country Club in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This storied venue hosted the 1940 PGA Championship in which Byron Nelson defeated Sam Snead, 1-up, in the 36-hole final. Its list of former Head Professionals includes the legendary Henry Picard and Ben Hogan. http://www.hersheygolfcollection.com...ts/pga_pnc.php

With three players in the field, ol' Yoda may be buying plane tickets to Hershey!

:3gears:

AWESOME accomplishment guys! WOW, 3 from LBG!!!

:salut: :salut: :salut: :salut: :salut: :salut:

Kevin

Proud of Teddy
 

I have been fortunate to have played in 4 PNCs, 2011 will be my 5th. However, nothing compares to the first time I qualified for this great event. I measure my season by this one event. If I have a great year and do not qualify then I feel like it was all for nothing.

Ted has worked hard for a long time on his game and has shown tremendous improvement. He has always put together some solid rounds but nothing like he did Monday and Tuesday. The 69 he shot was very good, but there were a dozen rounds under 70. The 70 he shot on Tuesday was truly a great round of golf, only a couple of scores better. Dealing with the pressure of trying to qualify for 1 of 7 spots on a pretty tricky course with steady 20-25 mph winds was a huge step up the competitive ladder and I congratulate him for it.

I look forward to the trip to Hershey with Ted and Curt. Hopefully we will make some noise and eat some chocolate! I know Ted will beat me in that contest.

Inch By Inch
 

For the record, here's a snapshot of Ted's golfing progress as ranked by the Georgia PGA in 'overall performance' (Section events) since 2004.

2004- 65th
2005- 46th
2006- 36th
2007- 26th
2008- 29th
2009- 24th
2010- 11th

Not bad for a guy who seldom plays golf except on Mondays (and usually in competition).

Continuous progress, not instant perfection, is the goal.

Hats off, Ted. Great job!

:salut:

way to go ted

Congrats and well played guys!!
Alex

"Steady plodding brings prosperity"
 

I became a PGA Member in 1996, but I had very poor information about the golf swing. So, I have to consider that all my attempts prior to meeting Yoda were in vain. Since I got the TRUTH, I've made steady improvements in my ball striking, even at the ripe old age of 41! I've always believed that I was the best putter that ever lived. Whether that's a reality or not, I'd kindly request to not be awakened from that dream.

I've always had the belief that I could play at a higher level. And, at times I have. At best, it would be one round out of two or two out of three. This tournament was the first time I was able to put it all together. My ball striking was the best it has ever been, and I putted the way I've always putted. I hit 14 greens on day one and 15 on day two. With the wind blowing 20-25 mph on day two, it made it much more difficult.

In my practice round I had 7 birdies, which I thought was the kiss of death. I thought it would be difficult to recreate. I was correct, because in the first round I had 8 birdies! In the second round, I had 5. So, in 54 holes of golf I had 20 birdies.

I was getting updates from one of our media guys throughout the final round. And, I was very proud that I could hold it together, knowing that I had it in my grasp, and succeeding under that type of pressure.

It's great to have friends like Jeff that have been in this situation and are willing to share their knowledge. He has already offered to help me in preparing for this trip. I've had numerous emails and phone calls from people that are genuinely happy for me. And, all the guys at the tournament were extremely gracious and supportive.

It will be the largest stage on which I've competed. And, no matter the past success of any of my competitors, I'll stand on the first tee knowing that I have better information than they do and believing that I'm a better putter than all of them.

I hope it's a Tin Cup story...minus the 5 balls in the water on 18.

Thank you to everyone on this site for your continued support.

Nice work boys!!!!! Magic Right Forearm some hardware!!!!

Played at Hershey Country Club---beautiful setting. You guys will love it. I'm only a few hours away in Pittsburgh so I will be there!

That's fantastic guys!

Best of luck to you, and make sure to have Curt bring Bobby Jones along to the 19th hole :laughing9

Hey Bucket - can you work on a trophy for the LBG cup, the tourney within the tourney?

Looking foward to watching you guys on TGC!

How do you guys like your steaks?
 

Awesome playing! Hershey is 90 minutes down the road from me. School will be out. The cameras will be loaded. Geez, do you buy tickets to it? Maybe volunteer to do something? Do you guys want picnic lunches? Anyone allergic to fried chicken or Ribeye sandwhiches? Cannoli? Fruit salad? Dietary requests? Ha! :)

Let me know if you would like anything in particular, men!

Very cool!

ICT

congratulations
 

It is great to see you guys qualify. Hitting and Swinging you way to success.

All Roads Lead to Hershey
 

Hey ICT, maybe I'll meet you there! Hershey is only 90 minutes north of Baltimore. I'll bring the crabcakes and Berger's Chocolate Cookies.:hello2:

countdown
 

Since crabcakes and chocolate are not on my diet for the next 229 days, I can't wait to see you. I think I ate 4.75 lbs of carrots today.

Carrots
 

Know how to catch a Rabbit. Stand behind a tree and
sound like a Carrot. Anyway Ted, you are always on
my hero list.

Then you must be able to see forever!:laughing1

good times
 

Even though it's been a long time, I still remember. You were very encouraging last time we were together. Thank you.

small side note - I've read that is a myth, a clever one - started by the Brits in WW I to make the Germans think they could see well at night (and likely to cover for the beginings of using radar)

:confused1

and now back to the topic at hand......

Well, I've volunteered to carry the bags of...
 

Winn McMurray, that cute blonde from the Golf Channel! I paid $35 for my ticket to volunteer!!! Oh, I'll say high to you guys but I intend on having a great view of everything!!!!!
:)

City,
I don't think they told you about the two shirts, pants, hat and other uniform parts they will have you purchase at a heavily inflated fee. When you are volunteering with the PGA Tour, there is more to it than sometimes meets the eye.
I'll be watching for you.

Get over it. It's only money. It's Winn McMurray not Fred McMurray.

I just saw her on TGC!
 

It's actually "Win!" Who knew???


ICT

Ted and Jeff In FOREGeorgia Magazine
 

FOREGeorgia is the official newspublication of the Georgia Section of the PGA of America. This fall's issue includes two articles highlighting the play of two of our own, Ted Fort and Jeff Hull, in the Georgia PGA PNC Qualifier.

See the feature on page eight with mention of Jeff's leading first round of 66. Also, Ted's fine 69 and second-round 70 with five birdies. Then, on page ten, check out Ted's special profile as one of three 'rookie' qualifiers.

Enjoy!

http://atlantagolfnow.com/FORE%20GA_NS_1110B_web.pdf

I am buying a "Flip" camera so I can take
 

Lots of primo footage of our men in their hitting and Swinging their way to glory!!!

ICT

Man thats some good shoot'n guys. Four birdies in a row both days, 13 birdies overall for Ted! "Getting better every year for the last six years"..........And Jeff shooting 66 then two birdies on the start of day 2!

Treemendous.