BMGA | Site-Wide Activity https://bmga.org/activity/ Activity feed for the entire site. Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:48:12 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 d6ae27a8d19daffc6e57a71199260d30 Roger Hamm replied to the topic 2025 Brackets for history? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2025-brackets-for-history/#post-6791 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 15:47:01 -0500 https://i0.wp.com/bmga.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/image-8.png?resize=768%2C413&ssl=1 ]]> 466acd10bad593861533e12eac35a9db Roger Hamm started the topic Discount for StrackaLine Books in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/discount-for-strackaline-books/ Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:32:20 -0500 DIscount from the MN Golf Association:

Click here to get the DISCOUNT.

]]> 6c92e5064c8b0034efd3c527c35c6912 Roger Hamm replied to the topic 2025 Brackets for history? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2025-brackets-for-history/#post-6789 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 12:28:32 -0500 Brackets for what? Wed Night League? There were no brackets.

]]> 9589576670fcd9898c8a5e29379f993b Brian Barlow started the topic Happy Hour Youth Mentorship Opportunity in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/happy-hour-youth-mentorship-opportunity/ Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:42:43 -0600 Hey Guys.

I know it’s last minute but the youth mentorship program I volunteer with is hosting a Happy Hour at Mancini’s in St Paul. It’s a great program that helps at risk youth in the community. Would love to see you there. Let me know if you have any questions.

JOIN US FOR HAPPY HOUR!

Gather your friends and family and join us for a…Read more

]]> f3fe528afafc4e0187e254eab92143ec Dean Penk started the topic 2025 Brackets for history? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2025-brackets-for-history/ Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:51:08 -0600 What are the odds of posting the Brackets for the last 5 weeks of 2025. Kinda nostalgic.

]]> f90fe7e3afcecd90dc62acd219e2f445 Roger Hamm replied to the topic Appreciation in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/appreciation/#post-6702 Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:06:13 -0500 Very nice thoughts. Thanks. It is nice to be appreciated.

]]> 8231edadb498344c3c01df8979aa6381 John Bolduc replied to the topic Appreciation in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/appreciation/#post-6684 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 02:29:54 -0500 I couldn’t agree more, the board, Richard, Roger, Brian and everyone putting their time in continues to make this the best league in the area.

I cannot thank you all enough for your efforts but please know they are appreciated.

]]> 7f97a996a70a18b8041a6f83af66f4a7 Dean Penk replied to the topic Appreciation in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/appreciation/#post-6683 Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:51:44 -0500 I am in agreement with the astute Mr. SSShellenbaum, though with fewer words. Thanks to all the volunteers who gave of their time and talents. BMGA would not be the greatest “Member” league if not for all the fine member/players. The league would not exist if not for the fine mass of talent and commitment from the Board members. Whoooo…Read more

]]> 20f18caa0d4670f3b19d90240d5abc7e Steve Shellenbaum started the topic Appreciation in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/appreciation/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 13:51:32 -0500 Wanted to appreciate the Board members this year and also amazing effort by Richard and Roger. I think the two of you “totally smashed it” this season with the amazing effort and eagerness to keep things going smooth.

Not sure exactly how many hours you guys spent making this season a success, but every single one of these hours is appreciated…Read more

]]> ba2ff5704a703321d24b5b1c05bbd5a8 Marty Mangold started the topic Fall Money Tourney - Albion Ridges in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/fall-money-tourney-albion-ridges/ Tue, 02 Sep 2025 19:14:15 -0500 “Fall Ball Classic”
Golf Tournament

Saturday, October 4
*Albion Ridges Golf Course – Annandale
* 9:00 Shotgun
* 27 Holes
* Two-Man Best Ball (Net)
* One player must have a 12.5 USGA or less – both can be less if you choose
* Handicaps will be adjusted to Albion Ridges and for 27 holes
* Tourney handicap is 80% of the above
* $140 total cost -…Read more

]]> 1606ae5118a5795d41100d187e1caf37 Roger Hamm started the topic My sparkplug is cooler than yours in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/my-sparkplug-is-cooler-than-yours/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 00:09:40 -0500 See?

]]> 1d0759d4c3fbcc3bce592115c727f1e6 Roger Hamm replied to the topic Flights for Club Championship in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/flights-for-club-championship/#post-6529 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 18:29:13 -0500 My picks:
Super Senior : Richard Courtney W/D
Senior Net : John Von Eschen 14th
Senior : Mike Manion 1st
Net Gold : Dave Schoeller 1st
Net Member : Gerry Meier T5
2nd : Luan Chan 8th
1st (The Peoples Flight) : Matt Cook…Read more

]]> 5f089946ee578d9d9def2584656b69dc Roger Hamm replied to the topic Flights for Club Championship in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/flights-for-club-championship/#post-6494 Fri, 08 Aug 2025 17:06:54 -0500 My Predictions for each flight – may this be the jinx you deserve
Super Senior : Richard Courtney
Senior Net : John Von Eschen
Senior : Mike Manion
Net Gold : Dave Schoeller
Net Member : Gerry Meier
2nd : Luan Chan
1st (The Peoples Flight) : Matt Cook even though Brynteson thinks he found something
Champ : Howie for the thousandth time

]]> 72cb431d2f85eaaa42b6f5d7538fe92f Richard Brynteson started the topic Flights for Club Championship in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/flights-for-club-championship/ Thu, 07 Aug 2025 19:39:51 -0500 I’ve been asked by a few people for a list of people and their flights for the Club Championship this weekend. You can find the full PDF here:

https://bmga.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/CC-Flight-Report.pdf

Feel free to make your predictions now!

]]> fe2ea508ce835c1c065d57c01ce5a1e1 Sheldon Silberman started the topic Congrats to Dan Olson on his Hole-in-one at Como in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/congrats-to-dan-olson-on-his-hole-in-one-at-como/ Mon, 28 Jul 2025 20:00:31 -0500 Waiting for a picture and a plaque for Dans’s Ace on #13 at Como in the Metro Senior League on Friday, July 25, 2025.

]]> 7114160d36ccd11ea556d2d77918945d Chuck Bernardy started the topic Regulation Course Conditions Updates in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/regulation-course-conditions-updates/ Sun, 06 Jul 2025 16:54:43 -0500 Does anyone know the latest on the course conditions at Brookview as there is really nothing on the website as to current or future status other than “MODIFIED 8 HOLES ONLY”.

]]> 3c33ffd78eb06c814b3bb63c336aea84 Roger Hamm replied to the topic Steve Binenstock's celebration of life details in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/steve-binenstocks-celebration-of-life-details/#post-6382 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 16:35:48 -0500 Thanks for sharing this Yury.

]]> cb729e5410b2a33004ba6b277f625dc2 Yury Millman started the topic Steve Binenstock's celebration of life details in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/steve-binenstocks-celebration-of-life-details/ Wed, 25 Jun 2025 03:59:02 -0500 Hey guys, here are the details, come if you can:

A celebration of Steve’s life will be held on Monday, July 21st at Hyland Hills Chalet, 8800 Chalet Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438. Visitation 11:00, service 12:00.

]]> 8c0947d5282286fd7b6adbf0c94cc9d1 Marty Mangold started the topic Rotation Partner? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/rotation-partner/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 01:04:59 -0500 Signed up as a single…who wants to team up for a title?!?

Marty

]]> 8654fb2154a5cd6208fbb15152bb3cec Brent Nordstrom started the topic Used set of left handed clubs in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/used-set-of-left-handed-clubs/ Fri, 30 May 2025 01:44:55 -0500 I am looking for a left handed set for my son in the event anyone is selling/upgrading.

Brent Nordstrom 612.770.8838

]]> 384c7128e36bd9ce43d444bcac009ecd Frank Timpone replied to the topic Great Job On The Website! in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/love/#post-6198 Wed, 14 May 2025 02:37:27 -0500 Same – Nice work!

]]> 394da3624a6f9edc086dd83f48c0fed7 Brad Jordan replied to the topic Greek Predictions! in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/greek-predictions-2/#post-6149 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:48:49 -0500 That Jordan team sure is criminal – it’ll be like stealing candy from a bunch of dudes!

]]> 770c4a450a87014ad1ff1e3f15336af7 Marty Mangold started the topic Greek Predictions! in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/greek-predictions-2/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 03:46:18 -0500 The Greek!

Before I get to the prediction segment…we need to address Roger’s first email today. Nick Ward was quoted…”Who is playing for 2nd place!” Looks like Richard is his A player…the guy that won 8-9 tourneys last year. I don’t think Nick is making that same comment with the likes of a Slivken or a Hamm on the team! lol

Some very…Read more

]]> 54a6b1e88cdd3fe5165bcc9774ab53a4 James Buckingham replied to the topic Great Job On The Website! in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/love/#post-6130 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:40:03 -0500 Was thinking the same thing CB!

]]> 90277851d0d56dea97d699d9115ac606 Chuck Bernardy started the topic Great Job On The Website! in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/love/ Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:57:14 -0500 Love the remodeled website!

]]> d8dacc2f2ee1c6123a0333d308e5d030 Luke Rajkowski replied to the topic Masters Pool in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/masters-pool-2/#post-6044 Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:19:16 -0500 This is great let’s get a bunch of entries

]]> 231b94b44b91df3d25f69aa4f6130504 Richard Brynteson started the topic Masters Pool in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/masters-pool-2/ Tue, 01 Apr 2025 17:46:28 -0500 Masters Picks Pool: $15 per entry. $25 for 2 entries. Max 2 entries per person. Select 7 players from 6 tiers. 5 scores count, other 2 will be dropped. Entry payment by Venmo: @Brian-C-Egan

BMGA Member, Brian Egan (briancegan@gmail.com) cordially invites you to participate in a golf pool like no other. Top 3 will be paid out, maybe more…Read more

]]> 18781365407e0d3e4ef0962c5020f613 Steve Shellenbaum's profile was updated https://bmga.org/activity/p/452/ Fri, 21 Mar 2025 21:11:41 -0500 0 ce282786c8e45692b4e2a3b579d8c1c6 Luke Rajkowski changed their profile picture https://bmga.org/activity/p/451/ Tue, 25 Feb 2025 16:41:35 -0600 0 0d5b4461c7c1a9a4915e41eee09743b9 Eric Beitlich started the topic 2025 registration form in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2025-registration-form/ Mon, 03 Feb 2025 00:28:09 -0600 Hey guys, looking for the registration form that’s due tomorrow. Or am I crazy and there’s no form this year?

]]> 27b38bb3306bfa3b20254322c4080c33 John Bolduc started the topic Thank you in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/thank-you/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 03:19:11 -0500 Just a quick shout out to all the board members and anyone putting in time to help with events now that were at the end of the season.

This continues to be the best run league in the Twin cities thanks in large part to the work you all put in each week. I appreciate all of your efforts, the level of organization is just outstanding on both the…Read more

]]> dbed1b46e0c9c1cb8c7a3277207736a7 Howard Hoffman replied to the topic 2024 WNL Predictions in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2024-wnl-predictions/#post-5905 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 16:20:07 -0500 You are a great forecasting mind!

]]> 37905ffd77800f45a4c3358a1fc5af3e Brad Jordan replied to the topic 2024 WNL Predictions in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2024-wnl-predictions/#post-5897 Thu, 05 Sep 2024 16:40:08 -0500 Let’s check in to see how I did (spoiler, I got all the playoff teams correct – B+ effort I think):

Predictions (from 6/27) with Notes (from 9/5)
GVC West Winner: Brooky Strong
– Fell 12.5 points short of the Division winners, Team Hack Attack, but are the 1st Wild Card team.

GVC East Winner: Who’s Your Caddy
– Oh yeah, finished 35 points clear…Read more

]]> 0f5c3f1c04c81861726da0b7ec8637fa Kevin Hearnen replied to the topic Leave the stick in or take it out? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/leave-the-stick-in-or-take-it-out/#post-5869 Sun, 18 Aug 2024 16:50:45 -0500 I like the pin out and agree with this reasoning: https://www.golfdigest.com/story/the-science-behind-why-the-flagstick-should-be-pulled-999-percent-of-the-time

]]> 3582b50d0f8ac790b2e2832c34519b3b Marty Mangold started the topic Fall Money Tournament - Albion Ridges in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/fall-money-tournament-albion-ridges/ Thu, 08 Aug 2024 00:01:11 -0500 “Fall Ball Classic”
Money Golf Tournament

Saturday, September 28 – 9:00 Shotgun
Albion Ridges Golf Course – Annandale

1st – $1,200
2nd – $1,000
3rd – $800
4th – $600
5th – $300
Based on 30 teams/60 players

 $135 total
 $64 – golf, cart, range balls
 $71 – prize pool
 2 long drive @ $50
 2 CTP @ $50
 2 long putt @ $50…Read more

]]> 5df2b2e10ff7b44b38e9d4b8eca7d68b Sheldon Silberman started the topic Leave the stick in or take it out? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/leave-the-stick-in-or-take-it-out/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:45:28 -0500 From the Executive Golfer Weekly digest:
July 15, 2024

In 2019, the USGA allowed the flagstick to remain in the cup when putting on the green.

Is that the right decision to give yourself the best opportunity to score?

According to the short game guru Dave Pelz…

– The hole is 4.25-inches wide.
– The diameter of a standard flagstick is t…Read more

]]> 4af8daeae2329374ce3c48b8dd16d42b Brent Nordstrom changed their profile picture https://bmga.org/activity/p/442/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:55:16 -0500 0 8c29d1fd25ff46331fd55fe9e28b919c Brent Nordstrom replied to the topic 2024 WNL Predictions in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2024-wnl-predictions/#post-5777 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 16:49:23 -0500 I like the perspective, Brad. With Hack Attack (my team) in GVW, there’s a target on Brooky Strong (especially Jeff Martin and his visor). Despite Hack Attack holding the #1 seed last year, we were knocked out in the first round of the playoffs. Making the playoffs opens the door to anything happening.

I believe Brooky Strong is favored for the…Read more

]]> 3f45e0cd3a6c31b938925a1b46b5e3da Roger Hamm started the topic Join fellow BMGA'ers in the MPGA Senior Championship in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/join-fellow-bmgaers-in-the-mpga-senior-championship/ Sat, 06 Jul 2024 17:04:34 -0500 The MPGA Senior is open to all BMGA members 50+.
It will be held at Columbia GC, which is in great shape, on Jul 20 & 21.
Flighted and Handicapped divisions and a 65+ division and a 70+ division!
Registration ends July 8th!
MORE: https://mpga.net/tournaments/detail/sr-publinks/2024
Register: https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/4519092
Expected to…Read more

]]> 61e58bec220fb31333a8842a4d4cf85b Roger Hamm replied to the topic 2024 WNL Predictions in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2024-wnl-predictions/#post-5769 Sat, 06 Jul 2024 16:47:37 -0500 Umm, yeah…about that.
You got the elite GVC West right. but forgot the cellar dwellers at 397.5 points. They have played the best in the league this year and lost some tight matches. But with some great leadership you will have Dukes of Hazards climbing from the dust to grab a wildcard spot.

Love the thought process.

]]> 4b44279e5796680d078c23b0dc150b0d Brad Jordan started the topic 2024 WNL Predictions in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/2024-wnl-predictions/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:47:34 -0500 We’re a week past the mid-way point of the season, but with the upcoming week off…and the overall downtime/boredom I’m facing…I figure it’s time to predict the final WNL results. It should be noted I have zero idea what’s going on besides the latest Team Standings grid so if you take my words too seriously that’s on you, bud.

The GVC West is j…Read more

]]> b5cb2193112dbe15b9a66135833d1200 Sheldon Silberman started the topic In Memory of Larry Larson in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/in-memory-of-larry-larson/ Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:19:24 -0500 A new bench with a plaque in Larry’s memory is on the tee box on #16. Take a look the next time you are on the course and think good things about “one putt”.

]]> b18c8fb15b5ffadbff22e40a9da2f7fb James Buckingham started the topic Ind. Match Play June 2nd in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/ind-match-play-june-2nd/ Thu, 23 May 2024 16:15:41 -0500 Steve Couture and I will be playing our opening round match in the single man match play tournament on June 2nd around 8:00 a.m. at Brookview. Would like to have another match join us if anyone is interested and available. Once we get within the booking window I will schedule the tee time.

]]> eca34877b7f9e53c248dc1769f0d361a Chuck Bernardy started the topic May 25 @ 11:00 in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/may-25-1100/ Fri, 17 May 2024 00:41:56 -0500 Greetings. Matt Payne and I will be playing our opening round match in the single man match play tournament on Saturday, May 25 at 11:00 a.m. at Brookview. Would like to have another match join us if anyone is interested and available. Reservation is currently for four players.

Tournament Director Hamm would like Round #1 matches done…Read more

]]> ee954838738f679ac36995c3cb0bb64d Roger Hamm replied to the topic Greek results in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/greek-results/#post-5639 Mon, 06 May 2024 20:23:43 -0500 Kevin, you can always see the results on Golf Genius.
The link on the right side of the main page (the same one used to register) will have the results.
This is true for all upcoming tournaments too.
I have made a post on the main page.

]]> b33570638393cec6c4ce17d6e7984d73 Kevin Stoner started the topic Greek results in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/greek-results/ Mon, 06 May 2024 03:23:57 -0500 Where are the results from the Greek. checked golf Genius wasn’t there

]]> f2fd5ac42075ce9fdf4117f1de6770f4 Richard Brynteson replied to the topic Sponsors?!? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/sponsors/#post-5602 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 19:25:18 -0500 If you can get a hold of them to sponsor and pay the money, make it happen!

]]> 9c4969f96066b1572777d0e59b118473 Kirk Williams's profile was updated https://bmga.org/activity/p/427/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:58:43 -0500 0 014b6b711822c6747aecea1672a59ccf Marty Mangold started the topic Sponsors?!? in the forum General Chatter https://bmga.org/forums/topic/sponsors/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 21:08:58 -0500 A Mexican restaurant sponsoring the Greek Scramble?!? I like the cross-pollination! May I suggest we get Two Men And A Truck to sponsor the Individual Match Play?

BNH

]]> f17f5bedf985f587aa39613efac452ef Paul Yakshe changed their profile picture https://bmga.org/activity/p/425/ Thu, 18 Apr 2024 01:17:40 -0500 0