Sam Diamond (St. Charles Country Club) at the Sandhurst Club in Sandhurst, Australia competing in the PGA Tour Australasia Qualifying School Finals.

Diamond is one of 64 competitors in the field playing 72 holes over the next four days.

For the live leaderboard, click here.

Sam Diamond (St. Charles Country Club) has qualified for the PGA Tour Australasia Qualifying School Finals.

The Winnipegger carded rounds of 72-77-72 to finish the 54 hole event at Moonah Links in Fingal, Australia T13 on the leaderboard at 5-over par 221.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

The final stage next week is a four round, 72 hole competition.

Golf Manitoba is pleased to announced early registration for all 2026 Golf Manitoba Championships will open Wednesday, April 1st at 9am CST, followed by general registration for all interested competitors opening Wednesday, April 15th at 9am CST.

Golf Manitoba is entering its fifth season using Golf Genius for its Tournament Management Software including all registrations. Early registration is for competitors based on their past results.  All competitors eligible for early registration will receive an email notification

To be eligible to compete in Golf Manitoba competitions, players must be an active Golf Manitoba/Canada member through a member club or the Golf Manitoba Public Player Program, and must also hold an up-to-date Golf Canada Handicap Index visible on the Golf Canada Score Centre at the time of registration.

If you do not have a Golf Manitoba/Canada membership, click here to join.

To enter all Golf Manitoba events, you must first log into your Golf Canada Score Centre profile using a web browser, please note that you will not be able to log-in through the Golf Canada app. 

Please ensure the following is updated in your Golf Canada Score Centre profile:

• Date of birth
• Address
• City, province and postal code
• Cell number
• Email address
• Current handicap index

Please note that personal Golf Genius accounts that are active at the club level will not permit you to register for any Golf Manitoba Championship. 

You MUST access registration through your Golf Canada Score Centre Account.

Register

If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact Golf Manitoba Director of Competitions & Rules Sam Beavis-Hickey via email at sam@golfmb.ca or call (204) 770-4175

To view our 2026 championship schedule, click here.

Hayden Delaloye (Neepawa Golf & Country Club / Southeast Community College) finished T3 on the leaderboard in the Doane Spring Invite at The Highlands Golf Club of Lincoln and Mahoney Golf Club in Lincoln, Nebraska carding rounds of 2-under par 70 and even par 70 respectively.

For the final leaderboard, click here.

This past week was the highest placing for Delaloye on the leaderboard since winning the Blue River Classic at Highlands Golf Course in Lincoln, Nebraska in September carding rounds of 72-69-65. For the final leaderboard, click here.

Golf Manitoba would like to congratulate Southwood Golf & Country Club Superintendent Dustin How on being named as the newest Master Superintendent of the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association (CGSA).

How also currently sits on the CGSA Board of Directors as the Manitoba Director.

According to the CGSA, “the Master Superintendent designation is the highest recognition in the golf superintendent profession in Canada. This prestigious honour places Dustin among an elite group of professionals who have demonstrated exceptional experience, leadership, and dedication to their field. Master Superintendents are highly respected and play an important role in elevating industry standards and enhancing the prestige of the profession.”

For more information on the Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association, click here.

Three Manitobans are looking to qualify for the 2026 PGA Tour Americas season this week.

Sam Diamond (St. Charles Country Club) is at one Q-School event at RTJ Highland Oaks Golf Club in Dothan, Alabama while Braxton Kuntz (Breezy Bend Country Club) and Marco Trstenjak (Elmhurst Golf & Country Club) are competing at The Country Club of Ocala in Ocala, Florida.

Alabama – Live leaderboard
Florida – Live leaderboard

The top eight golfers at each Q-School Championship will earn membership for the 2026 PGA TOUR Americas season (subject to the second reorder), while players finishing ninth to 25th and ties will receive conditional status (subject to each periodic reorder).

A playoff would determine the top eight should there by a tie to finalize full membership.

Golf Canada is pleased to appoint Rob MacDonald and Michel St-Laurent as Honorary Life Governors for the outstanding contributions to the organization as long-time volunteers.

“On behalf of the Honorary Life Governors Selection Committee, we are proud to welcome two individuals whose contributions have made a lasting impact on both the game of golf and on Golf Canada,” said Roland Deveau, Chair, Honorary Life Governors Selection Panel. “Rob and Michel are truly deserving of this prestigious honour, and we thank them for their long-time commitment to the game and to Golf Canada.”

The appointment of an individual as an Honorary Life Governor is the highest honour which can be bestowed upon Golf Canada volunteers. All Past Presidents of Golf Canada including the former Canadian Ladies Golf Association are Honorary Life Governors.

In 2020, a change to Golf Canada’s by-laws permitted individuals who are not past presidents to be named as Honorary Life Governors. Since then, Golf Canada has welcomed Barb Allen and Jim Clark (2022), Mike Richards and Pat Thompson (2023), Doug Roxburgh (2024), and Diane Barabé, Robert Laing and Teri Yamada (2025) as Honorary Life Governors.

Honorary Life Governors have an individual vote at Golf Canada’s Annual and Special General Meetings. The selection panel will consider the overall service record of those nominated including local, regional, national, and international service with prime consideration for service to Golf Canada. In addition, length and level of service are also taken into consideration.

Rob MacDonald – Winnipeg, Man.

Rob MacDonald has been an active volunteer with Golf Canada since 2011 but his service to the game in Canada spans more than three decades at the club, provincial and national levels.

Following his appointment to the Governors’ Council in 2011, MacDonald joined Golf Canada and served on the Council until 2013, including Provincial Council which he Chaired in 2014 and 2015. MacDonald served on Golf Canada’s Board of Directors from 2014 to 2020 and played a key role in strengthening Golf Canada’s governance and financial oversight during his tenure. In addition, he served on the Audit & Risk Committee from 2013 to 2020 which included Chairing the Committee for five consecutive years (2016-2020). MacDonald also functioned as Chair of the Investment Committee in 2014 and 2015 and currently serves on the Nominating Committee, since 2023. His leadership has contributed to the long-term stewardship of Golf Canada’s financial assets.

MacDonald has been an active volunteer with Golf Manitoba since 1992. At the provincial level, he has served as President of the Manitoba Golf Association (2000-2001) and as President of Golf Manitoba (2011-2013). MacDonald is a long-time member of Elmhurst Golf & Country Club where he has served as Club President, member of the Board of Directors as well as various committees with the Club.

Michel St-Laurent – Longueuil, Que.

For over 20 years, Michel St-Laurent held important governance roles for the former Royal Canadian Golf Association (RCGA) on its Board of Governors and Executive Committee along with Golf Canada’s Governors Council and Board of Directors.

St-Laurent has also functioned as Chair of the Amateur Status Committee (2006-2009), Treasurer (2008), and represented Canada on The R&A’s Amateur Status Committee (2008-2009), a committee which governs and sets the Rules of Amateur Status for the golf world. In addition to his extensive executive work, St-Laurent holds Canada’s highest referee certification and has officiated tournaments across provincial, national, and international levels for 35 years.

He has served as a volunteer at all levels of tournaments and as Chair of both national and international championships. He was Chair of both the Canadian Men’s and Women’s Amateur Championships when they celebrated their respective 100^th anniversary, both won by 15-year-olds – the 2004 Men’s Amateur at Beaconsfield Golf Club won by Darren Wallace and the 2013 Women’s Amateur at Club de golf Beloeil won by Brooke Henderson. St-Laurent also served as a Tournament Chair for both the 2011 CPKC Women’s Open at Hillsdale Golf Club and the 2014 RBC Canadian Open at Royal Montreal Golf Club.

St-Laurent has also served on Golf Quebec’s Board of Directors, including a term as President in 2001 and currently serves on the Selection Committee for the Quebec Golf Hall of Fame. St-Laurent served two terms as President at Beloeil Golf Club in Beloeil, Que. (1985-86 and 2004-05) and as Club Captain (2013-14). He currently volunteers at Club de Golf La Vallée du Richelieu in Sainte-Julie, Que. as men’s captain and continues to serve on the tournament duty roster for Golf Canada competitions.

WINNIPEG – Golf Canada is modernizing how scores are recorded across the country, establishing hole-by-hole score posting as the new standard for all Public Player members, with an effective start date in the Golf Manitoba region of April 15, 2026.

This update is part of a phased national initiative to improve the accuracy of the World Handicap System (WHS). While the transition begins with Public Players this season, Golf Canada has confirmed that hole-by-hole scoring will become the universal standard for all members nationwide in 2028.

Precision Meets Performance

Moving away from total-score entries ensures that every Golf Canada Handicap Index is as accurate as possible. By recording scores hole-by-hole, the Golf Canada system automatically applies Net Double Bogey adjustments—the maximum score allowed for any given hole—removing the need for manual calculations and ensuring a fair field for all golfers.

A Data-Driven Golf Experience

Beyond handicap accuracy, this updated scoring method unlocks a suite of digital tools designed to help golfers understand their game on a deeper level:

• Personalized Analytics: Players gain access to #MyGolfYear, featuring detailed stats like greens in regulation, pars, and birdies.
• Trackable Progress: Identify specific strengths and weaknesses over time to help guide practice and improvement.
• System Integrity: Standardized reporting ensures that the WHS remains a reliable reflection of playing ability worldwide.

Join the Public Player Program

The Public Player program is designed for golfers who do not belong to a private or semi-private club but still want to maintain an official Handicap Index and access the exclusive suite of game enhancing member benefits.

Public Player Membership Includes:

• An Official Golf Canada Handicap Index
• Up to $1,500 in Incident Protection (covering broken windows, equipment theft and cart accidents)
• Exclusive national and regional discounts on travel, insurance and dining

• Eligible to compete in provincial and national championships

Click below to join Golf Manitoba / Golf Canada as a Public Player and start tracking your game today.

Join Golf Manitoba / Golf Canada

Preparing for the 2028 National Standard

By introducing this standard for Public Players now, Golf Canada is paving the way for a smooth transition across the entire membership base by 2028. This phased approach allows the organization to provide dedicated support and ensure the Golf Canada app and Score Centre website continue to offer a seamless user experience.

Contact and Support

Golf Manitoba is committed to assisting players through this transition. For questions regarding score posting, the Rules of Golf, or handicapping, please contact:

Sam Beavis-Hickey Director of Rules and Competitions, Golf Manitoba
Phone: 204-770-4172
Email: sam@golfmb.ca

Golf Manitoba remembers Robert (Bob) Fallis, who passed away on February 18, 2026. A lifetime member of the Pine Ridge Golf Club, Bob volunteered countless hours with Golf Manitoba as Rules Chair, referee, and board member.

Drawing on his career as an educator, Bob was the driving force behind the rules seminars that Golf Manitoba continues to offer today. His dedication to the sport’s heritage was equally significant, including over ten years of service on the Manitoba Golf Hall of Fame Board of Directors. Bob will be remembered by his peers for his expertise, his quick wit, and the genuine character he brought to the course.

Golf Manitoba extends its deepest sympathies to Robert’s family and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held at the Pine Ridge Golf Club later this spring, with details to follow.

To view Robert’s full obituary, please click here.

With heavy hearts and deep love, the family of Robert Nelson Damsgaard announces his sudden and unexpected passing on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Rob was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on September 4, 1966.

Rob is survived by his loving wife, Mishelle Russo; his daughter, Isabella Dennis; his sisters Donna (Bill) Wilford and Karen (Ken) Irvine of Winnipeg; and his brothers Brian (Wendy) Damsgaard of Dauphin and Bonar (Sherri) Damsgaard of Kelowna. He will be deeply missed by his nieces Meaghan (Matthew) Trachsel, Marissa Wilford, and Madison (Chris Sitarz) Wilford; his nephews Kris (Chloe) Irvine of Winnipeg, Kraig (Jennifer) Irvine of Oakbank, Dwayne (Jamie) Damsgaard of Dauphin, Darren (Nicci) Damsgaard of Lloydminster, Brad (Cary) Damsgaard of Salt Spring Island, and Kevin Damsgaard of Vernon; along with many great-nieces, great-nephews, extended family members, and countless friends whose lives he touched.

He was predeceased by his parents, Fred and Laura Damsgaard of Dauphin; his niece, Leanne Damsgaard; and his late wife, Tanya Damsgaard (née Howe).

Rob was a highly accomplished and respected golf professional who began his career under the mentorship of Dauphin’s Stan Homeniuk. He went on to serve as Head Professional at Swan River, Winnipeg’s Wildewood Club, St. Andrew’s Larters, and most recently, The Player’s Course. He was recently honoured by the CPGA for 25 years as a Class A Head Professional, along with six years as an Assistant Pro and six years working in the golf shop during his school years. Golf was not just his profession, but a lifelong passion and a community that became family.

Rob loved his weekly hockey games with fellow golf pros, trips down south for tournaments, and competing in PGA events across North America. A devoted Winnipeg Jets fan, he took great pride in knowing the latest stats and facts about any and all sports teams — and he was rarely wrong. He loved the debate, the banter, and especially the laughter that came with it.

Above all else, Rob was devoted to the people he loved. He was a proud husband, a deeply loving father, a caring brother, an exceptional uncle, and a loyal friend. He had a sharp wit and a wonderfully dry sense of humour, often making obscure references that sometimes only he understood — and that was part of his charm. He found genuine joy in teaching, storytelling, and sharing his knowledge with anyone willing to listen. Whether on the golf course, at the rink, travelling through Europe, or gathered around with family and friends, Rob brought laughter, perspective, and heart to every room he entered.

His sudden loss leaves an immeasurable void, but his stories, humour, and love will live on in all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Golf Manitoba Scholarship Fund in memory of Robert Damsgaard. The website is www.golfmb.ca/scholarship or call (204) 925-5730 for more information.

He would remind us to keep our swing smooth, our stats straight, and never take life too seriously.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at The United Church in Meadowood, 1111 Dakota Street at 2:00pm.