The Carolina Hickory Golf Association

Preserving the Traditions of the Ancient Game of Golf

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Jeff Loh is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie Championship at Midpines Golf Club

December 14, 2019 all day

Lang Willie team championship utilizing the Chapman scoring system and blind draw for team pairings. We will tee off approximately 9am at Midpines on December 14th.We will also present season ending awards and medals upon conclusion of the event.See More

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Jeff Loh is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Midpines Hickory Open at Midpines Golf Club

November 15, 2019 to November 17, 2019

2 days of tournament play on the exceptional Donald Ross Midpines GC. This is one of the premier events on the Society of Hickory Golfers rota, and is considered a 'major' tournament. It always fills up quickly, so get your entries in today.Link:https://www.midpinesinn.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/2019-Hickory-Open-Entry-Form.pdf See More

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Andrea Hodel might attend Richard Schmidt's event

VANC HICCUP Save the Dates at Poplar Grove Golf Club

March 25, 2020 at 9am to March 28, 2020 at 2pm

OK North Carolinians...we are getting close to finalizing the VANC HICCUP - which is the affectionate monikor for the Virginia - North Carolina annual match play/Ryder Cup format for hickory bragging rights. Capt Clawson and I have agreed to meet for battle at Poplar Grove GC which is in the Lynchburg, VA area. The dates - although not exact will be March 25-28 to accommodate as many team members as possible. This will undoubtedly require a 2 night stay, as there will be 36 holes of golf on…See More

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gary podlogar is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie Championship at Midpines Golf Club

December 14, 2019 all day

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gary podlogar is attending Richard Schmidt's event

5 Club Moye Maximus at Pine Needles Golf Club

December 13, 2019 all day

5 Club Hickory Golf Tournament. Pick your 5 best clubs to navigate the always enjoyable Donald Ross gem. We will tee off approximately 9am, Fee is $40 to walk or ride.See More

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Jeff Stern replied to Jeff Stern's discussion A thought for the day...

"There is not the slightest doubt in my own mind that golf as played in the United States is the slowest in the world. Should this reach the eyes of any of my American friends, let me say it at once that I consider this no affair of ours in this…"

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Bob McDermott is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie Championship at Midpines Golf Club

December 14, 2019 all day

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Gary Pomichter, Barry Markowitz, Doug Gelbert and 4 other members are attending Richard Schmidt's event

VANC HICCUP Save the Dates at Poplar Grove Golf Club

March 25, 2020 at 9am to March 28, 2020 at 2pm

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Jeff Stern replied to Jeff Stern's discussion A thought for the day...

"The stretching out of holes to their last limit has often not only an evil effect on individual holes, but also on the layout in general and on the interest and quality of the course. It is refreshing now and then to find a club which has ignored…"

Tuesday

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VANC HICCUP Save the Dates at Poplar Grove Golf Club

March 25, 2020 at 9am to March 28, 2020 at 2pm

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Richard Schmidt replied to Richard Schmidt's discussion Virginia - NC Hickory Cup

"OK North Carolinians...we are getting close to finalizing the VANC HICCUP - which is the affectionate monikor for the Virginia - North Carolina annual match play/Ryder Cup format for hickory bragging rights. Capt Clawson and I have…"

Monday

Richard Schmidt commented on Richard Schmidt's event Hickory Haggis Annual Championship

"I have the following checks in hand: Burton, DiBernardino, McDermott, Markowitz, Pomichter, Mitchell, Hodell, Becker, Schmidt, Engelson. I need checks from Pods and Kim Mansfield. Mike Kain, you are first alternate - you get a spot if someone…"

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Steve Simer is now a member of The Carolina Hickory Golf Association

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Michael Kain is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Hickory Haggis Annual Championship at Southern Pines Golf Club - The Elks

October 26, 2019 to October 27, 2019

The Haggis is the season long culmination that determines our 'Champion Golfer of the Year'. It also comes with a very sweet trophy and your name on the plaque.This year's event will once again be held at the Southern Pines Golf Club (Elks), over the same weekend as last year - October 26 and 27. Rate is $45 per day, and includes cart. Members or Elks will pay the member rate.This is a 2 day tournament where players are paired and compete in 4 nine hole matches. Player with most points wins…See More

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Richard Schmidt posted a discussion

Hickory Haggis Two Week Call

The Hickory Haggis Championship is rapidly approaching and will be held October 26 and 27 at Southern Pines Golf Club, affectionately called the Elks Club. This 2 day match play event culminates in naming the Champion Golfer of the Year and the 1 year ownership of a wonderful trophy dedicated by Lang Willie. Having your name on that trophy is really something special. We are at 12 right now, and we need an even number to make the tournament work properly. All entrants from this day forward…See More

Oct 11

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Bob Georgiade posted a discussion

Tufts Archives Pro-Am Event Sign Up

Here is a link to sign up for the Tufts Archives Pro-Am. Percentage of the purse is donated to the Tufts Archives. Make your own team or sign up as an individual.https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/2220344 See More

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Jeff Stern replied to Jeff Stern's discussion A thought for the day...

"A well-designed short course will often be more popular than many long, tiresome, unkempt courses which boast of championship length. ROBERT HUNTER"

Oct 10

Philip Hensley is attending Richard Schmidt's event

Lang Willie Championship at Midpines Golf Club

December 14, 2019 all day

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Philip Hensley is attending Richard Schmidt's event

5 Club Moye Maximus at Pine Needles Golf Club

December 13, 2019 all day

5 Club Hickory Golf Tournament. Pick your 5 best clubs to navigate the always enjoyable Donald Ross gem. We will tee off approximately 9am, Fee is $40 to walk or ride.See More

Oct 10

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Bob McDermott is attending Richard Schmidt's event

5 Club Moye Maximus at Pine Needles Golf Club

December 13, 2019 all day

5 Club Hickory Golf Tournament. Pick your 5 best clubs to navigate the always enjoyable Donald Ross gem. We will tee off approximately 9am, Fee is $40 to walk or ride.See More

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A thought for the day... 16 Replies

Found this quote on a golf related website. When you find other quotes that may inspire golfers, feel free to post it under this discussion-- The desirable length for a good course is from 6,000 to…Continue

Started by Jeff Stern. Last reply by Jeff Stern on Thursday.

Virginia - NC Hickory Cup 14 Replies

As many of you know, the VA boys beat us last year in this storied rivalry. We have historically played this cup around the Pinehurst area, but it is only right that we travel every once in a while…Continue

Started by Richard Schmidt. Last reply by Richard Schmidt on Monday.

Hickory Haggis Two Week Call

Started by Richard Schmidt Oct 11.

Tufts Archives Pro-Am Event Sign Up

Here is a link to sign up for the Tufts Archives Pro-Am. Percentage of the purse is donated to the Tufts Archives. Make your own team or sign up as an individual.…Continue

Started by Bob Georgiade Oct 10.

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Events

October 26

Saturday

Hickory Haggis Annual Championship

October 26, 2019 to October 27, 2019 – Southern Pines Golf Club - The Elks

November 15

Friday

Midpines Hickory Open

November 15, 2019 to November 17, 2019 – Midpines Golf Club

December 13

Friday

5 Club Moye Maximus

December 13, 2019 all day – Pine Needles Golf Club

December 14

Saturday

Lang Willie Championship

December 14, 2019 all day – Midpines Golf Club

March 25

Wednesday

VANC HICCUP Save the Dates

March 25, 2020 at 9am to March 28, 2020 at 2pm – Poplar Grove Golf Club

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Broken shaft

Might have hit 20 balls (35 and 50 compression) with my mashie and the shaft is cracking. What do I do? Buy a new shaft from Louisville golf or rob peter to pay paul? I have another mashie by another club maker. I'd have to plug the pin hole and drill a new one if that is the case. Comments?...

Posted by jd anderson on May 29, 2019 at 9:10pm — 16 Comments

New member

Hello all and thank you for accepting me into this organization. I have just recently discovered and acquired some hickory golf clubs and have found a new spark for the game of golf with these. Looking for any information and direction as I am in the midst of putting together my first set. Any information and help would be greatly appreciated. I look forward to hopefully be involved in future events and getting to know some of you.

Posted by Daniel on July 22, 2017 at 11:38pm — 4 Comments

Equipment Help

Hello, I just joined the group last night and am looking forward to playing. I love the tradition and history of the game. Does anyone know of a good source of hickory clubs other than the bay? Swap meets etc.. possibly in NC?

Thanks

Posted by Dale Krites on May 1, 2017 at 8:01pm — 3 Comments

Evan Mickle

I am overwhelmed by the response to our tragic loss. The outpouring of wishes, food, labor, contributions,etc is beyond comprehension. Thank you all.

December 26 at 9:38pm · Robbins ·

An anvil too soon silenced. My son Evan died today. The son any parent would wish for, the husband and father too good to be true, the dedicated farrier all horses dream of, went out to work around his new farm and for no apparent reason just died.