Jim Tobin recently received the New England PGA Youth Player Development Award due to his work with young golfers through the First Tee program. The Lynnfield resident doesn’t do it for the recognition – or awards – that may come his way. He helps boys and girls improve because he believes in growing the game […]
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Young Saugus golfer wins New England Tourney
Thomas James LeBlanc, a Saugus 9-year-old, shot a sparkling 4-under-par to win his age group at the U.S. Kids Golf New England State Invitational at Tunxis CC in Farmington, Conn. The son of Lisa and Scott LeBlanc shot 68 for 18 holes at the October event. Two years ago, Thomas won the 7-year-old competition in […]
Swampscott voters say no to Tedesco tax break
As cities and towns are finding it more challenging to balance their budgets while providing essential services for residents, the Town of Swampscott has turned to Tedesco Country Club to help fill the tax till to the tune of nearly $175,000. At Town Meeting, Swampscott residents voted to exempt the club from Massachusetts General Law […]
God-given talent
The Rev. Bill Boylan didn’t play much golf before his 50th birthday. The Ipswich native was busy rescuing an underperforming church and growing its congregation. Now, at age 84, the Senior Pastor Emeritus at Byfield Parish Church in Georgetown makes time for the game, teeing it up regularly at Rowley CC. This day, Boylan is […]
Nick Maccario’s perfectly happy with his amateur status
Nick Maccario came oh, so close to qualifying for this year’s US Open at Los Angeles CC, which concluded Father’s Day with a new champion – 29-year-old Wyndham Clark. It’s no secret that Maccario, who grew up playing at Bradford CC, is one of New England’s premier amateur golfers. The St. John’s Prep graduate carries […]