Sam Diamond (St. Charles Country Club) and Marco Trstenjak (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) are on the course at TPC Monteray at Pasadera in California competing in the Asher Tour’s Pasadera Cup.

For the live leaderboard, click here.

Golf Manitoba, in association with Golf Canada, is pleased to welcome Happy’s Sim-Play-Social as our newest off-course member facility.

Located in West St. Paul, guests can enjoy five hitting zones using HD Golf technology with food and beverage service.

Happy’s is an accessible facility featuring digital gaming and entertainment available to host parties and gatherings. Lessons and coaching opportunities for golfers of all ability are available upon request.

As an official Golf Manitoba / Canada off-course member facility, members may purchase a Golf Manitoba / Canada membership at a special rate to take advantage of various benefits and to record outdoor scores towards establishing or maintaining an official Golf Canada Handicap Index.

For more information on Happy’s Sim-Play-Social call (204) 338-1530 or to book a tee time online, click here.

Golf Manitoba is pleased to announce 24 Junior Boys and 13 Junior Girls have been named to the 2026 Team Manitoba roster.

These junior golfers will train and compete in various tournaments throughout the season representing our province under the guidance of Golf Manitoba Director of Player Development Sean Murray. We are also excited to announce Derrik Goodwin (Glendale Golf & Country Club), Nick Einarson (Breezy Bend Country Club) and Gracie McMillan (Pine Ridge Golf Club) have been named assistant coaches.

Returning to the Junior Boys Gold Team are:

– Gavin Carver & Owen Conrad of St. Charles Country Club
– Hunter Oakden of Wheat City Golf Course
– Niakwa Country Club’s Ryder St. Laurent
– Pine Ridge member Adam Blair
– Hudson Hunnie & Ryder Pufahl of Rossmere Country Club
– Quarry Oaks Golf Course’s Ty Brewster

New to the Gold team are Brady Comaskey (Pine Ridge), Rhett Dyck (Minnewasta Golf & Country Club), Tanner Grose (Southwood Golf & Country Club) and Liam Silvagio (Niakwa).

The Junior Girls Gold Team welcomes the returning roster players:
– Angelina Sitarz, Annika Gording & Kate McMillan of Elmhurst Golf & Country Club
– Pine Ridge’s Sadie Blazeiko
– Payton Chapman of Glendale
– Camryn Thomas of St. Charles

New to the Gold team are Mackenzie Bartlett (Carman Golf & Curling Club) and Kora Montour (Scotswood Links).

Adding depth to the program, 12 Junior Boys and five Junior Girls have been recognized for their potential and named to Team Manitoba’s Black teams.

The boys roster includes Xavier Delaquis (St. Charles), Colton Drul (Elmhurst), Rylan Gordon (St. Boniface Golf Club), Brayden Hamm (Wheat City Golf Course), Hunter MacLean (St. Charles), Tiago Miranda (St. Charles), Ty Montour (Scotswood Links), Gavin Oleksiew (Glendale), Grant Secord (St. Charles), Ryan Small (Pine Ridge), Ethan Sitarz (Elmhurst) and Dane Wojcik (Elmhurst).

Isla Dent (Golf Manitoba Public Player), Leah Klippenstein (Golf Manitoba Public Player), Mikaila Pador (Golf Manitoba Public Player), Annabelle Pinette (Elmhurst) and Annabelle Talampas (Glendale) are on the girls roster.

Team Manitoba will once again benefit greatly from the generosity of the Alex and Peggy Colonello Foundation while also receiving support from the Integrated Support Team at Sport Manitoba Performance that will help enhance the athletes’ skills through fitness, nutrition, and development of the mental side of the game.

“With the generous support of the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation, we continue to provide what we believe is the most comprehensive development program in the nation” said Murray. “The high number of returning players this year is a testament to the program’s success. It demonstrates that the resources and high-performance programming provided to these athletes are truly fueling their growth and long-term development. We also want to extend a big congratulations to our newest athletes joining the program. Their inclusion is a direct result of their stellar play throughout 2025, we look forward to seeing them continuing their development.”

“Identifying the next generation of talent is always a highlight for our association,” added Golf Manitoba Executive Director Jared Ladobruk. “We are proud to have the continued support of the Alex & Peggy Colonello Foundation, whose generosity helps make this programming possible at a more accessible cost. Their commitment ensures our province’s golfers can focus on their development and reach their full potential as competitors.”

About Team Manitoba: The Team Manitoba program provides enhanced training, development, and competitive opportunities for both aspiring and accomplished junior female and male athletes from the Golf Manitoba region. The program encompasses fitness, sports psychology, nutrition, technique, equipment management and regional, multi-sport, and national level competition.

For more, please visit golfmb.ca/team-manitoba.

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Addison Kartusch (St. Charles Country Club / Bowling Green State University) had a week to remember in Litchfield Park, Arizona earning a fourth place finish on the leaderboard at the Bowling Green State University Women’s Intercollegiate.

Kartusch carded rounds of 4-over par 75, 4-under par 67 and 1-under par 70 on the Blue Course at Wigwam Resort to end play at 1-under par 212, just two strokes off first place.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

Golf Canada is pleased to announce its full 2026 championship schedule, which includes amateur and professional competitions in addition to various qualifiers hosted at member clubs across Canada.

Coming to Manitoba is the NextGen Prairie Championship June 19th to 21st at Neepawa Golf & Country Club followed by the Canadian Senior Men’s Championship September 8th to 11th at Niakwa Country Club.

Golf Canada’s 2026 competition calendar includes 11 National Amateur Championships presented by BDO, six NextGen Championships, two Canadian Collegiate Invitationals, the BDO National Golf League Finals and the World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by BFL CANADA.

As the National Sport Organization and governing body, Golf Canada conducts the country’s premier amateur and professional golf championships to support the development of the nation’s top talent through world-class competition.

“We are proud to announce the full championship schedule for 2026 and are excited to welcome the top golf athletes from across Canada and around the world competing for our prestigious national championships,” said Mary Beth McKenna, Golf Canada Director, Amateur Championships and Rules. “On behalf of Golf Canada and all of the competitors, I would like to thank our corporate partners, our host clubs, tournament staff and volunteers across the country for their continued commitment and support of our championships and our sport.”

The Canadian Financial Assistance Program supported by Gary Cowan Heritage Fund and the Canadian Senior Golf Association will once again be available for juniors competing in the NextGen Championships, all National Junior Championships (Juniors and U15), and players competing at the Canadian All Abilities Championship who meet eligibility requirements. More details on the program for the 2026 season will be released next month.

Golf Canada will also conduct several professional and amateur championship qualifiers including five RBC Canadian Open Regional Qualifiers along with Final Qualifying for both the RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open. The 2026 schedule features two National Open Championships — the 115th playing of the RBC Canadian Open, taking place at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (North Course) in Caledon, Ont. June 10-14 and the 52nd playing of the CPKC Women’s Open, being held at Royal Mayfair Golf Club in Edmonton, Alta., August 19-23.

Following changes to PGA TOUR field sizes for the 2026 season, players who finish within the top ten per cent of the field (and ties) at each Regional Qualifying event will earn a spot into Final Qualifying. The Final Qualifier will take place on Sunday, June 7 at The Pulpit Club in Caledon, Ont. The top four finishers will earn an exemption into the 2026 RBC Canadian Open.

The She Plays Golf Championship Series will award three exemptions into the 2026 CPKC Women’s Open through three tournaments across Canada. The first will be the GolfBC Group BC Women’s Open, taking place June 11-13 at Nicklaus North Golf Course in Whistler, B.C., followed by the Peloton Glencoe Invitational, taking place June 18-20 at The Glencoe Golf and Country Club in Calgary, Alta. The final stop will be the PGA Women’s Championship of Canada with more information announced later. Each tournament winner will earn an exemption into the 2026 CPKC Women’s Open.

Other notable qualifiers conducted for USGA Championships on the 2026 schedule include a U.S. Open Local and Final Qualifier, a U.S. Women’s Open Qualifier in addition to qualifiers for the U.S. Women’s Open, U.S. Amateur and Women’s Amateur and the U.S. Junior Amateur and Girls’ Junior Championship.

Golf Canada’s championship season kicks off May 1-3 with the NextGen Pacific Championship at Morningstar Golf Club in Parksville, B.C. The season concludes with the World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by BFL CANADA at Brampton Golf Club in Brampton, Ont. from September 30 to October 3.

To view Golf Canada’s 2026 Championship Schedule including all host venues, registration requirements and volunteer opportunities visit golfcanada.ca/competitions-calendar/.

2026 Amateur Championship Season at a Glance:

The third annual BDO National Golf League Finals will be held at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley in Caledon, Ont. on June 6 ahead of tournament week for the RBC Canadian Open. Fifty-two teams will compete in a four-ball net stableford format to crown the BDO National Golf League champions and earn an invitation to represent Canada at The R&A’s 9 Hole Challenge.

The Canadian University/College Championship, presented by BDO, will be held June 15-19 at Club de Golf La Tempête in Lévis, Que. The championship includes both a team and individual component featuring Canada’s top university and college talent. The winning men’s and women’s team will qualify for their respective 2026 Canadian Collegiate Invitationals, and the individual winners will receive exemptions into their respective 2026 Men’s and Women’s Amateur Championship.

The 112th Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, takes place July 20-24 at The Toronto Golf Club in Mississauga, Ont. The champion will earn an exemption into the 2026 CPKC Women’s Open, the 2026 U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship and the 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship.

The 121st Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, will be contested July 25-30 in Calgary, Alta. at Mickelson National Golf Club and Heritage Pointe Golf Club. The champion will receive an exemption into the 2027 RBC Canadian Open, as well as an invitation to the 2026 U.S. Amateur Championship. The winner will also receive an exemption into Final Qualifying for the 2027 U.S. Open and into the 2027 Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship.

The Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, will be held August 5-7 at the Burlington Golf & Country Club in Burlington, Ont. The field is open to female amateurs aged 25-and-over. The winner will receive exemptions into the 2026 U.S. Women’s Mid-Amateur Championship, 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur and the 2027 Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur Championships.

The Canadian All Abilities Championship, presented by BDO, will be played at Hylands Golf Club in Gloucester, Ont. from August 5-7. The national championship for players with neurological, intellectual, sensory, and physical impairments, is contested over 54-holes. Natasha Stasiuk of Oakville, Ont. is the five-time defending champion on the women’s side, while Josh Williams of Tavistock, Ont. won his first men’s title last year. The gross stroke play men’s and women’s champion earn an exemption into the 2027 U.S. Adaptive Open (if eligible).

The Canadian Junior Boys Championship, presented by BDO, will be contested August 11-14 at Wascana Country Club in Regina, Sask. The champion will receive an exemption into the 2027 U.S. Junior Amateur Championship, 2027 Canadian Junior Boys (if eligible) and 2027 Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship. Dawson Lew of Toronto, Ont. became the 12th player to claim both the Junior Boys and Juvenile titles in the same year last summer.

The Canadian Junior Girls Championship, presented by BDO, will run August 11-14 at TPC Toronto at Osprey Valley (Heathlands Course). The winner will earn an exemption into the 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship, the 2027 U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship and the 2027 Canadian Junior Girls Championship (if eligible).

The Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, presented by BDO, will be held August 17-21 at Brantford Golf & Country Club in Brantford, Ont. The field is open to male amateurs aged 25-and-over. The winner will receive exemptions into the 2026 U.S. Men’s Mid-Amateur Championship, 2027 Canadian Men’s Amateur and the 2027 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur Championships.

The Canadian U15 Championship, presented by BDO, will be contested August 24-27 at Loyalist Country Club in Bath, Ont. The boys and girls’ individual champions will earn exemptions into their respective 2027 Canadian Junior Championships and invitations into the 2026 NextGen Selection Camp.

The Canadian Men’s Senior Championship, presented by BDO, will be played at Niakwa Country Club in Winnipeg on September 7-11. The winner will earn exemptions into the 2026 U.S. Senior Amateur Championship, the 2027 Canadian Men’s Amateur, 2027 Canadian Men’s Mid-Amateur and the 2027 Canadian Men’s Senior Championships. Last year, Don Martone of Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. comfortably claimed his first national championship by eight shots.

The third playing of the Men’s Canadian Collegiate Invitational will return to Öviinbyrd Golf Club in MacTier, Ont. from September 12-15. The tournament will be once again co-hosted by Kent State University and Penn State University. The tournament features 13 NCAA Division I teams along with the winners from the 2026 Canadian University/College Championship. The individual champion will receive an exemption into the 2027 RBC Canadian Open and the top five will earn exemptions into the 2027 Canadian Men’s Amateur Championship. The Notre Dame Fighting Irish successfully defended their team title last fall, led by Calen Sanderson (Notre Dame) who took home individual honours. The 2026 Boys NextGen Selection Camp will run concurrently during tournament play.

The Canadian Women’s Senior Championship, presented by BDO, will take place September 15-18 at Pine Hills Golf Club in Rocky Mountain House, Alta. The winner will receive an exemption into the 2026 U.S. Women’s Senior Amateur Championship, the 2027 U.S. Women’s Senior Open, as well as the 2027 Canadian Women’s Mid-Amateur and the 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championships.

The second playing of the Women’s Canadian Collegiate Invitational will take place at Beacon Hall Golf Club in Aurora, Ont., from September 20-22. The tournament will be co-hosted by Kent State University and the University of Michigan. The tournament will feature 11 NCAA Division I teams along with the team champions from the 2026 Canadian University/College Championship. The individual winner will earn an exemption into the 2027 CPKC Women’s Open and the top five will earn exemptions into the 2027 Canadian Women’s Amateur Championship.

The season will conclude with the 11th playing of the World Junior Girls Golf Championship, presented by BFL CANADA and will take place at Brampton Golf Club in Brampton, Ont., from September 28 to October 3. Teams compete as three-member squads while also competing for an individual title. The Republic of Korea are the two-time defending champions, holding off Team Canada 1 and Spain for the title last year. The 2026 individual champion will earn an exemption into the 2027 CPKC Women’s Open.

2026 NextGen Championships

The NextGen Championships are a high-performance junior golf series. From May to July, six championships will take place across Canada where the region’s best junior golfers will compete to earn exemptions into their respective 2026 national junior championships. NextGen Championships provide junior players an opportunity to develop and showcase their skills at the highest level of tournament golf.

The 2026 NextGen Championship host clubs include: Morningstar Golf Club (Parksville, B.C.), Tangle Creek Golf & Country Club (Thornton, Ont.), Wolf Creek Golf Resort (Ponoka, Alta.), Neepawa Golf & Country Club (Neepawa, Man.), Club de golf Lachute (Lachute, Que.), and Hampton Golf Club (Hampton, N.B.).

2026 Registration Information

Registration for Golf Canada’s 2026 competitions will open on the following dates:

• NextGen Championships: Wednesday, February 18 at 12:00pm EST
• RBC Canadian Open Qualifying: Wednesday, February 25 at 12:00pm EST
• National Amateur Championships: Wednesday, March 4 at 12:00pm EST

Please visit the Golf Canada competitions calendar and select the tournament of your choice for more information or to register, following the dates listed above.

As indoor golf grows rapidly across Canada, off‑course facilities are gaining a better understanding of the benefits of Golf Canada’s new membership program — and why it matters. Early operator feedback highlights practical wins that help manage their businesses, keep players engaged throughout the year, and strengthen connections within the wider golf community. From digital tools that confirm simulator usage to simplified access to national programs, their on‑the‑ground perspective is beginning to show how this model can deliver meaningful value right where it matters most: in their bays, with their customers.

One of the clearest examples comes from operators who have embraced the program’s new digital features tailored to indoor facilities. Ged, who founded DBLCRS Sim Lounge in Guelph, Ont., three years ago, praised the updated Golf Canada app, emphasizing how important it is for customers to see their simulator sessions acknowledged alongside outdoor rounds. Tracking indoor activity within a familiar national platform helps reinforce that sim golf is part of the overall game, enhancing credibility for operators and offering more engagement points for players year‑round.

“I just want to give a massive shout‑out to having that functionality on the actual app itself. I noticed people scrolling through the Golf Canada app [while at our facility]…” — Ged, DBLCRS Sim Lounge

Many operators are also discovering how the membership opens doors to national programs that can help drive traffic during slower seasons. In Calgary, JJ Golf’s Jamil was considering strategies to attract players as winter winds down. He has started coordinating with his local First Tee chapter and Golf Canada’s She Plays Golf leadership to introduce more organized programs at his facility. He views membership as a way to connect with the right people faster and turn those ideas into action. For operators experiencing seasonal fluctuations, such direct connections can be the difference between a slow spring and a bustling one.

“…through this membership, I get in front of the right person quicker. What can I do to keep my facility busy? So these types of programs, like She Plays Golf, [are interesting to me]. I have to get them running, and I’d love to have the support.” — Jamil, JJ Golf

Operators are increasingly recognizing opportunities beyond digital tools, especially through programming and membership resources. Interest in initiatives like She Plays Golf and First Tee – Canada is growing among indoor venues, which see simulators as low‑pressure, accessible environments for newcomers. Some facilities are already turning that potential into action. At Centre de Golf de Lanaudière, staff have hosted three themed First Tee nights — including a wildly popular Minecraft‑inspired event — that introduced children to golf in a playful, welcoming way. These sessions helped lower barriers for many parents and young golfers, demonstrating how off‑course facilities can serve as meaningful entry points for the next generation.

Looking ahead, the potential for off-course facilities goes far beyond introductory programs. Golf Canada and its Member Facility operators see growing opportunities to create community‑driven initiatives, structured leagues, and even regional or national indoor tournaments. These future developments will be guided by operator input to ensure they align with the needs of their businesses and communities. Whether it’s local events, cross-facility competitions, or a nationwide simulator series, the aim is to develop a flexible framework that allows facilities to implement ideas that suit them while fostering a more connected, year-round golf ecosystem.

As Golf Canada’s Just Swing campaign and off‑course strategy continue to expand nationally, operator perspectives are helping steer this evolution. With scalable programming, year‑round marketing support and an expanding digital ecosystem, the membership program is positioning off‑course facilities as an integral part of the sport’s future.

Golf Manitoba, in association with Golf Canada, is pleased to welcome The Approach Golf Sim & Lounge in Southport as our newest off-course member facility.

Located in the Central Plains RecPlex, guests can enjoy one hitting zone using Trackman technology with food services and beverages available.

The Approach is an accessible facility. Lessons and coaching opportunities are available upon request.

As an official Golf Manitoba / Canada off-course member facility, members may purchase a Golf Manitoba / Canada membership at a special rate to take advantage of various benefits and to record outdoor scores towards establishing or maintaining an official Golf Canada Handicap Index.

For more information on The Approach Golf Sim & Lounge call (204) 428-6050 or to book a tee time online, click here.

As a benefit of being a Golf Manitoba / Canada member, we are excited to share a savings opportunity to attend the Manitoba Sport Hall of Fame’s signature annual fundraiser, the Winnipeg Whisky Festival presented by Manitoba Liquor Marts, at a discounted price. 

The 2026 Festival is coming up on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7 at the RBC Convention Centre in Winnipeg.

Use the code EBWF26 to unlock $40 off per individual ticket.

• Explore 200+ premium whiskies and nearly 100 spirits from across the globe, including 125 rare and festival-exclusive products available for purchase at the on-site Manitoba Liquor Mart, open exclusively during the Festival.
• This year’s Festival welcomes several craft Canadian distilleries making their Manitoba debut! Together, these additions highlight the diversity, creativity, and craftsmanship of Canadian whisky and spirits.
• Savour chef curated gourmet food stations thoughtfully paired with the spirits that offers a rich and immersive tasting experience.

To purchase your tickets, click here and join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating great whisky, food, and sport heritage.

To view the vendors list, click here.

Please Drink Responsibly.

The Women in Coaching Program is a joint initiative by Golf Canada and the PGA of Canada that strives to achieve stronger gender balance among high-performance coaches in Canada. Now entering its sixth year, the program provides in-depth career development opportunities for women coaches working along the competitive pathway.

“The Women in Coaching Program plays a critical role in strengthening Canada’s high performance coaching system by ensuring more women are supported, developed, and retained along the competitive pathway,” said Emily Phoenix, Golf Canada’s Director of High Performance.

“The introduction of the advanced cohort in 2026 reflects both the maturity of the program and the growing depth of experienced women coaches across the country. We are proud to deliver this program alongside the PGA of Canada and thankful for the ongoing support from Own the Podium and the Jocelyne Bourassa Legacy Fund, whose commitment continues to move the needle for women in high-performance sport,” said Phoenix. 

For 2026, the program will offer a unique intake through the Women in Coaching – Advanced Cohort.

This cohort is designed for coaches with greater coaching experience who are already working with competitive or high-performance athletes and are seeking to further refine their coaching practice, expand their leadership capacity, and deepen their impact within the high-performance system.

The Advanced Cohort will continue to focus on the program’s four core pillars:

• Individualized learning plans
   
• Regular check-ins with a coach developer
   
• Virtual and in-person coaching education
   
• Hands-on training experiences alongside experienced coaches and top players

In this advanced intake, emphasis will be placed on peer learning, applied leadership, and the sharing of lived coaching experiences, with participants expected to contribute meaningfully to the development of the cohort as a whole.

The goal of the application process is to identify coaches who would benefit from this advanced learning environment and who are motivated to both learn from and contribute to a group of experienced peers. Applicants should have demonstrated experience coaching athletes on the competitive pathway and a clear interest in continued growth within high-performance coaching.

For example, coaches currently working within Provincial Golf Association programs, coaching university or college teams, or otherwise supporting advanced competitive athletes are encouraged to apply.

Application deadline:  Monday, February 9^th at 12:00pm (noon)

To apply, click here 

If you have any questions about the application process, please contact:
Bella Veloso (iveloso@golfcanada.ca)