British Columbia Golf – In this edition of your British Columbia Golf newsletter we’ve got news on more of BC’s top players being recognized with year end  accolades as two players from BC were honoured with PNGA Player of The Year honours while two more were selected by Global Golf Post in their annual All-Amateur team selections.

You’ll also find these other interesting stories from the world of golf:

– BC’s Interior region has some great golf, including all Kelowna has to offer

– You can also find great golf if you wish to travel, read about playing in Costa Rica

– Another major US college signing for one of BC’s up and coming young golfers

– A video of perhaps one of the most unique golf swings in the game today…and he’s a 2-time winner on the Japan Tour

– Check out ModGolf’s latest podcast and learn how successful technology companies are launched

As always, if you have any thoughts or suggestions on topics you’d like to see appear going forward in your newsletter please send a message via the “Contact Us” button located on the top right of the BC Golf website home page.

The British Columbia Golf Editors

BC’s Mary Parsons and Chris Crisologo Among 2018 PNGA Players Of The Year Among this year’s PNGA Player of The Year winners are Delta, B.C.’s Mary Parsons (Women’s POY) and Richmond, B.C.’s Chris Crisologo (Men’s POY). READ MORE

Three From BC Named To 2019 Golf Canada Squad Golf Canada announced the 17 athletes who have been chosen to represent Team Canada as part of the 2019 National Amateur and Junior Squads with 3 coming from B.C. READ MORE

Mackenzie Tour Announces 2019 Q-School Tournament Dates Including Return To Crown Isle The Mackenzie Tour – PGA TOUR Canada is busy preparing for another strong season, announcing last week the dates and sites for its six 2019 Qualifying Tournaments. READ MORE

Kelowna’s Popularity As Hotbed Golf Destination Continues To Grow Whether you enjoy hiking, cycling, or camping – or if a round of golf or a craft cocktail on a patio is more your style – then Kelowna has it all. READ MORE

Golf in Costa Rica – “Pura Vida” Golf Travel writer Michael Cunningham recently experienced what Costa Rica has to offer for golfers these days. “Pura vida, welcome to Costa Rica”. READ MORE

Video: The Greatest Swing In Golf Today South Korean golf professional Ho-Sung Choi’s  incredibly unique ‘golf swing’enabled him to capture the Casio World Open on the Japan Golf Tour. Just watch. WATCH VIDEO

The ModGolf Podcast: Episode 52 – Mike Zisman, CEO and Founder of Golf Genius Software   This week host Colin Weston speaks with the Founder and CEO of Golf Genius Software. Learn the secrets that have enabled him to build several successful technology companies. READ MORE

Two From B.C. Among Global Golf Post’s World’s Best Amateurs For 2018 Global Golf Post recently named their 6th Annual Global Golf Post All-Amateur Teams. Two BCer’s were among the 9 Canadians honoured. READ MORE

Track Your Golf Handicap And Compete Against Anyone “I’m not good enough to keep track of my handicap.” Craig Loughry, Golf Canada’s Director of Handicap and Course Rating, is tired of hearing that. READ MORE

Vancouver’s Leah John Signs Full Ride Golf Scholarship To The University Of Nevada In Reno