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Easter Brunch at Quail Hollow, Instructor Spotlight - Jim Empey, Course Etiquette & Other news
Dear <<First Name>> <<Last Name>>,
Spring has sprung, with its official start on March 20. Both Quail Hollow and Warm Springs Golf Courses are in great shape. If you haven't been out to play lately - please come see us soon!
EASTER BRUNCH AT QUAIL HOLLOW
Make your reservations now by calling 208-344-7807!
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INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT - JIM EMPEY
Jim Empey was born in Provo, Utah and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Jim started playing golf at the age of 14, then played through high school (Venice High School) and college at University of Southern California (USC)
Jim's love of the game led him to play professionally in Asian and Australia, then he played in U.S. mini-tour events off/on for approximately 10 years. Jim also worked at golf clubs when not playing in events. While working at the clubs, he realized how much he enjoyed interacting with course customers and teaching the game of golf. Jim decided to pursue golf instruction as a profession. Jim also coached the USC Men's Golf Team for three years.
Jim and his wife moved to Boise in 1997 to raise their family; he started teaching at Quail Hollow in 1998. Every year since 2013, Jim has been recognized as the "Best Teacher in Idaho" by Golf Magazine. At Quail Hollow, you will find Jim teaching individuals or small group lessons in his One-Day-Golf School program. Whether an individual or group lesson, Jim gets to know each student before the lesson to determine the appropriate lesson plan for each student. Jim feels that getting to know each student allows him to determine how golf concepts should be discussed with the student. Jim may use video or 3-D analysis, depending on student and what that the student wants to learn.
Jim is also involved with the Rocky Mountain Section of the PGA (Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Northern Nevada) where he is working on business development for the section. When Jim is not teaching or working with the Rocky Mountain Section, you may find him playing in a Pro-Am Tournament in the area. To prepare for the 2019 golf season, Jim suggests that golfers warm up prior to playing by stretching and performing easy golf swings. Also, keep your expectations low at the start of a new season to avoid frustration with the game.
2019 One-Day Golf School dates are April 11, 18, May 2, 9, 16, 30, June 6, 20, 27.
For the One-Day Golf School please register on-line or call the Boise Parks & Recreation's Fort Boise location at 208-608-7680.
For individual lessons, please contact Jim at 208-440-4653.
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GOLF COURSE ETIQUETTE
As the 2019 golf season swings into full gear, we want to remind you of a few things:
- Be kind and considerate to other golfers,
- Be quiet while others are hitting their shot,
- Repair ball marks on the green and fix divots in the fairway,
- Pace of Play - make sure to keep up with the group in front of you (The pace of play for 18 holes at Warm Springs should be 4 hours 10 minutes, while the pace at Quail Hollow should be 4 hours 30 minutes.),
- If you play from a bunker, please remember to rake your footprints,
- Yell "FORE" if you hit a shot that is headed towards other golfers,
- No five-somes are allowed on either course; we reserve the right to pair up players to make four-somes as necessary to help pace of play.
CALENDARS ON WEBSITES
Do you know that each course's website has a calendar feature? These calendars are updated with both association tournaments, private tournament and club demo/fitting information so golfers can see what is happening at the course. We make every effort to keep these calendars updated with current information.
Please remember that all tee times should be made via phone: Quail Hollow at 208-344-7807 or Warm Springs at 208-343-5661
Quail Hollow Calendar
Warm Springs Calendar
CLUB DEMO'S/FITTINGS
With the start of a new golf season, golf equipment manufacturers are releasing new 2019 clubs. The demo/fittings are a great way to try new equipment before you buy!
April 6 (Saturday) - TaylorMade will be at the Warm Springs Golf Course Driving Range from 10 am until 2 pm
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UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS:
April 6 & 7 - IGA SPRING CHALLENGE; this 2-Man Best-Ball tournament will be played at Falcon Crest and Quail Hollow Golf Courses (players will play Quail Hollow on Saturday and Falcon Crest on Sunday) with a 9:00 am shotgun start each day. The tournament is open to all players with a current IGA membership; maximum handicap spread between playing partners is 7 strokes; players will be grouped in flights. To register, please call Quail Hollow at 208-344-7807 or Falcon Crest at 208-362-8897.
April 20 - Spring Opener for Quail Hollow Men's Golf Association; this 2-Man scramble will open the season. All players must be a member of the Quail Hollow Men's Golf Association. Please register at the Quail Hollow Pro-Shop.
ALL PRO-SHOP CREDIT EXPIRES ON DECEMBER 31, 2019. ANY CREDIT NOT USED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE WILL BE FORFEITED!!
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The Foothills Grill at Quail Hollow will resume "golf season" hours of 8:00 am until 8:00 pm
The grill is a great place to grab some great food either before, during or after your golf round. Relax and enjoy the patio space while you enjoy the scenery of the golf course and the foothills!
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UPCOMING TOURNAMENTS:
April 6 - 2-Man Best-Ball; at least one team member must be a Warm Springs Men's Golf Association Member. Maximum handicap spread between playing partners is 8 strokes. Tee times will be available between 8:00 and 10:30 am.
April 13 & 14 - IGA 2-Man Best-Ball; open to all players will current IGA membership. Maximum handicap spread between playing partners is 8 strokes. Shotgun start at 9:00 am
April 20 - Champ of the Month; open to all members of the Warm Springs Men's Golf Association. All participants must tee off by 10:30 am
TOURNAMENT RESULTS:
Season Opener (3/9/19)
Championship Flight Gross: 1st - Russ Calkins, 2nd (tie) - Steven Hurd, Dave Rumple
Championship Flight Net: 1st - Kevin Jones, 2nd (tie) - Donie Comstock, Brandon Eisenbarth, Joel Reed
First Flight Gross: 1st (tie) - Jerry Kiser, mark McCombs, 3rd (tie) - Brian Rippy, Glen Williams
First Flight Net: 1st (tie) - Dan Graves, Jerry Kiser, 2nd - Winston Yost, 3rd (tie) - Dave Craig, Glen Williams
Second Flight Gross: 1st - Steve Rich, 2nd - Scott Muir, 3rd - Jonathan Williams
Second Flight Net: 1st - Jack Croake, 2nd - Dave Opdyke, 3rd - BIll Scott
Champ of the Month (3/16/19)
Championship Flight Gross: 1st - Russ Calkins, 2nd - John Warner, 3rd - Jason Clifford
Championship Flight Net: 1st - Chris Larson, 2nd (tie) - Dave Rumple, Jeremy Kahn
First Flight Gross: 1st - Bill Scott, 2nd (tie) - Cam Burke, Rick Wakefield
First Flight Net: 1st - Brian Roberson, 2nd (tie) - Dave Opdyke, Jonathan Williams
ALL PRO-SHOP CREDIT EXPIRES ON DECEMBER 31, 2019. ANY CREDIT NOT USED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE WILL BE FORFEITED!!
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