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Colorado AvidGolfer is your weekly source for the most pertinent and in-depth Colorado golf news & profile features. Plugged into every corner of the state, we will keep you up-to-date on courses, tournaments and local players worth your attention. If you’re an avid golfer in Colorado, this is the coverage you need.
Five Coloradans Named Golf Digest’s Best Young Teachers
Magazine says GOLFTEC, CommonGround and Denver Country Club are home to some of the state’s finest instructors.
After Record-Setting Year, Colorado Golf Tries to Keep Momentum
One of the few industries to thrive amid the pandemic, golf saw its best season in decades.
Denver Broncos’ Great Floyd Little Was a Big Fan of Golf
An early exposure to the game led to a lifetime passion for the Hall of Fame running back, who passed away last weekend.
Your Junior Golfer Isn’t Charlie Woods — Not That There’s Anything Wrong With That
While Tiger’s cub enjoyed a well-deserved moment in the sun, this Colorado pro says the focus for kids should be on having fun.
2020 Reflections: How Zak Bornhoft (Unfortunately) Became Colorado’s Golfer of the Year
In the messed-up year that was 2020, Zak Bornhoft’s desire to be “out in nature” last Fall at Evergreen Golf Course resulted in the most messed-up round of the Colorado golf season.
2020 Reflections: For Colorado Pros, a Season of Promise and Anticipation for the Future
There were plenty of bright spots for local golfers playing on the major tours—the good news? They say 2021 will be even better.
U.S. Girls’ Junior Cancelled In Colorado
The COVID-19 USGA hit list now stands at six events lost to the global pandemic, furthering the pall it’s cast over golf
Schalk Loses Chance at History
Holy Family senior hoped to become first golfer—male or female—with four individual championships
Doug Sanders: The Peacock With The Golden Heart
Colorful PGA TOUR star Doug Sanders once made a difference in Colorado
Golf in the Time of COVID-19
Complying with state and local directives, a number of courses remain open. But make sure to check ahead—and stay safe out there
Shane Bertsch Laces ’em Up
A refreshed, reinvigorated SHANE BERTSCH, channeling the great Ben Hogan, is primed for the PGA TOUR Champions
Brenda Smith & Judy Mackey are Growing Their Garden
Thanks to the pair of health-conscious owners, the Garden of the Gods Club—and all who enter it—is flourishing
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U.S. Girls’ Junior Cancelled In Colorado
The COVID-19 USGA hit list now stands at six events lost to the global pandemic, furthering the pall it’s cast over golf
Schalk Loses Chance at History
Holy Family senior hoped to become first golfer—male or female—with four individual championships
Doug Sanders: The Peacock With The Golden Heart
Colorful PGA TOUR star Doug Sanders once made a difference in Colorado
Golf in the Time of COVID-19
Complying with state and local directives, a number of courses remain open. But make sure to check ahead—and stay safe out there
Shane Bertsch Laces ’em Up
A refreshed, reinvigorated SHANE BERTSCH, channeling the great Ben Hogan, is primed for the PGA TOUR Champions
Brenda Smith & Judy Mackey are Growing Their Garden
Thanks to the pair of health-conscious owners, the Garden of the Gods Club—and all who enter it—is flourishing
