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September 9, 2005, Vol. 5, No. 37

BAY MILLS RESORT AND CASINO/WILD BLUFF GOLF COURSE
Video: 2005 Bay Mills Open Players Tournament Preview
-with Rob Lussenhof
http://www.michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/baymillsopenpreview/

SHANTY CREEK RESORT & CLUB
Golf Packages http://www.shantycreek.com/golf/package.html
Web:http://www.shantycreek.com/golf/package.html

MARSH RIDGE & THE NATURAL-TWO GAYLORD LEGENDS NOW STAY AND PLAY
Stay-Marsh Ridge Web: http://MARSHRIDGE.COM/pages/942232/index.htm
Play-The Natural Video: http://michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/natural/

OTSEGO CLUB & RESORT-GAYLORD
Home of the 54 Hole Blowout Golf Package
Web: http://otsegoclub.com

TREETOPS RESORT
Web: http://treetops.com
Golf Packages http://treetops.com/golf_rates.php

Edited by Art McCafferty-Producer/Publisher, GLSP
http://glsp.com

Newsletter Weekly Circulation -11,248

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CONTENTS
__/ MG ON THE ROAD
Grayling
Hartland
Ludington
Manistee
__/ MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION
"The Haig" Books West Wing
Native American Cup
__/ WHAT YOU ARE WATCHING: TOP FIVE SHOWS BY YEAR ON MICHIGAN GOLFER TV
__/ MICHIGAN GOLFER FALL ISSUE-COMING SEPTEMBER 23
__/ HAIL TO THE CHIEF AND NOW LOVE TO THE CHIEF
__/ ARTHUR HILLS MICHIGAN GOLF TRAILNOW HAS CENTRALIZED RESERVATION SERVICES
__/ GOT $2500?
__/ SPORTS MEDIA GROUP PUBLISHES ULTIMATE BIO ON SAM SNEAD
__/ ROUNDS DOWN SLIGHTLY IN JULY-NGF REPORT
__/ 19TH HOLE
__/ MICHIGAN GOLFER ONLINE MAGAZINE-FALL ISSUE PREVIEW
__/ UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ACQUIRES STANLEY THOMPSON COLLECTION
__/ FALL GOLF SPECIALS AT THE NATURAL
__/ TRAVERSE CITY TO HOST NATIONAL GOVERNORS CONFERENCE AGAIN
__/ MICHIGAN GOLF RADIO
__/ UPCOMING SHOWS ON MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION
__/ ARCHIVES-MICHIGAN GOLFER
__/ CALENDAR OF GOLF EVENTS
__/ TOURNAMENT SCHEDULES
__/ ASSOCIATION LINKS

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MG ON THE ROAD
Grayling-Grayling CC and Fox Run CC
We started out our Labor Day in Grayling. While we did not get a chance to golf Grayling CC or Fox Run, we did wave as we passed by on our way down state. Grayling has much to offer with its golf, canoeing, fishing and during the winter, skiing and snowmobiling.
http://grayling-mi.com

Hartland- The Majestic at Lake Walden
Bill Fountain, one of the owners of The Majestic was in great Labor Day spirits. The Majestic, a 27-hole layout that features Jerry Matthews golf architecture surrounding Lake Walden, was up in rounds against last year's Labor Day, which was also a beautiful weekend. They also did some substantial work on expanding their clubhouse this year. Bill indicated that they would be putting together a fundraiser for Katrina victims some time in the next couple of weeks. For those that have not had the opportunity to visit this great property, be our guest at http://michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/majestic/

Manistee- Canthooke Valley, Cutter's Ridge, Heathlands, Manistee Golf and CC and Hemlock
Always exciting to get over to the Manistee area to see what the golf folks are up to. While golf grabs a nice share of the recreation business in the area, it has some serious competitors. For openers, the Huron and Manistee National Forests in Michigan contain nearly a million acres of recreation area. http://www.fs.fed.us/r9/hmnf/pages/aboutus.htm Therefore, campers, hunters, hikers, and off road vehicles are omnipresent at the National Park.

With the presence of the Manistee River, the Manistee Lake and Lake Michigan, boaters populate this area here big time. Manistee has an impressive armada of charter boats available to fish Lake Michigan. We saw a salmon catch that was very impressive.

Three years ago we stopped by Manistee National Resort and met Doug Bell and the new owner, Michael Biber. At that time he promised some changes at the resort. Mike Biber has followed through with his promises and Manistee National is a beautiful resort, one we enjoyed our staying at very much. Everything is first class and the appearance of the resort from US 31 is a knockout. You can catch our interview with Doug and Mike as well as a visit with John Kennedy of Hemlock at http://michigangolfer.tv/2002shows/show23/index.html Manistee National features 36 holes Canthooke Valley by Gary Pulsipher done in 1994 and Cutter's Ridge by Jerry Matthews later on in that decade. Also, we want to give a special thanks to Chris Haar for his help and information while on site.

Other Golf Manistee courses include; Bear Lake County Highlands, built in 1964, Manistee Golf and Country Club a Tom Bendelow course built in 1901, with the second nine built by W. Bruce Matthews in the 30's and the Heathlands, one of Jeff Gorney's great works. The Hemlock, while in Ludington, it marketed as part of the Manistee experience. Hemlock, owned by the Kennedy family, is a Ray Hearn design and a spectacular one at that.

Packages for the above can be found at http://manisteegolf.com

Thompsonville
We drove 30 miles out of our way to have a Tennants beer at Crystal Mountain's bar and restaurant and ran into Brad Dean and Roger Jabara. We had just watch Brad Dean play some great golf the previous week at Shanty Creek at the Michigan PGA Championship where he finished third. His very successful golf schools, both at Crystal and Fox Hills in Plymouth http://crystalmountain.com/golf/index.cfm?fuseaction=golfschools just finished up another year. Roger Jabara, who we bump into at Bellaire's Country Chalet restaurant from time to time, had another great year working at Crystal Mountain and while winding up word there is now starting to think about his ski shop at Schuss Mountain.

http://crystalmountain.com

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MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION
"THE HAIG" TO APPEAR ON WEST WING
Mike McCafferty, who appeared as "The Haig" in a series of Ryder Cup special shows with Bill Shelton, passed on the news that he will be part of the cast on the 2nd episode of West Wing that will air on October 2. McCafferty has appeared in ER, Six Feet Under, The Shield and was on his own series the Invisible Man for two years. In addition, he will be seen in Mike Judge's latest film, "Idiocracy" that opens this November. A graduate of EMU's Communication and Theater Arts Department, he is now living in Long Beach and is on the staff of Long Beach College.
http://www.michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/hagen

Bay Mills Open
We have two shows up now on the Bay Mills Open; the first centers on the action at the tournament and the second show on the closing ceremony. Join our host, Tim Hygh as he interviews, winner Mike Harris, Tribal President, Jeff Parker, Canadian Tour Commissioner , Richard James and Tournament Director, Rob Lussenhof.
http://baymillsopen.com/video05.html

Native American Cup
The inaugural Native American Cup was captured by the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe. However, the real winners were the students who will be receiving scholarships as a result of the tournament. On hand, to provide a role model for golfers, students and sponsors, was Notah Begay III. Notah, a graduate of Stanford University, is a four-time winner on the PGA tour and twice an All American. We have produced four videos to view, 1) an interview with Notah Begay III and tournament chairperson Henry Boulley Jr. , 2) a clinic with Notah Begay III, 3) an interview with Bernard Bouschor of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe and 4) an interview with Jeff Parker, Tribal Chairman of Bay Mills Indian Tribe.
http://michigangolfer.tv/2005shows/nativeamericancup/

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HAIL TO THE CHIEF AND NOW LOVE TO THE CHIEF
Neal Kotlarek of PAR Excellance Magazine passed on the latest that Ty Love is now at The Chief. Love, for many years the head professional at the Thoroughbred at Double JJ Ranch, will be working as head professional at The Chief, giving Dave Hill, some much needed help. Hill will continue to oversee The Chief, but will be spending a little more time at the new Hawk's Eye. Hill indicated that revenue is up slightly at The Chief and up 36% at Hawk's Eye. Tom Izzo is the focal point of their advertising campaign this year, with his face on billboards and TV ads.

Thanks and a Tip of the Tam to Neal Kotlarek of Par Excellance for the info.

http://golfthechief.com

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ARTHUR HILLS MICHIGAN GOLF TRAILNOW HAS CENTRALIZED RESERVATION SERVICES
The 11 courses that comprise the Arthur Hills Michigan Golf Trail have further enhanced their cooperative efforts by offering toll-free, centralized reservation services at 877-TRAILAH.

Tee times at all 11 courses along the Trail can be arranged by calling this toll-free number. The Arthur Hills Michigan Golf Trail includes several of the country¹s top resort venues.  Lodging accommodations at or near all 11 Trail courses can also be arranged by calling 877- TRAILAH (that¹s 877-872-4524).

To mark nearly 40 years of golfing collaboration, Arthur Hills/Steve Forrest and Associates partnered in 2004 with 11 upscale public-access courses in Michigan to create the Arthur Hills Michigan Golf Trail. Call it a hit list. Call it an 11-day, dream itinerary. Whatever you call it, the Hills Trail is clearly one of the country¹s finest, most diverse golf trail experiences. The Trail includes:

€ Bay Harbor Golf Club in Petoskey
€ The Arthur Hills Course at Boyne Highlands in Boyne Falls
€ Fieldstone Golf Club in Auburn Hills
€ Forest Akers Golf Club in East Lansing
€ HawksHead in South Haven
€ Lakes of Taylor Golf Course in Taylor
€ Lyon Oaks Golf Club in Wixom
€ Pheasant Run Golf Club in Canton
€ Red Hawk Golf Club in East Tawas
€ Taylor Meadows Golf Course in Taylor
€ Thoroughbred Golf Club at the Double JJ Ranch in Rothbury

 For more information on the Arthur Hills Michigan Golf Trail, visit www.ArthurHillsTrail.com or call 1-877- TRAILAH.

Editor's Note* You can see Art Hills interview with Jack Berry about the Michigan Golf Trail at http://michigangolfer.tv/2004shows/show18/index.html

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19TH HOLE
The college football season is back in full swing, and in Michigan what could be stronger than the U of M/ MSU rivalry? If you're not a Michigan or MSU fan, just substitute your favorite team. Have some fun!

Jake was dying. His wife, Becky, was maintaining a candlelight vigil by his side. She held his fragile hand, tears running down her face. Her praying roused him from his slumber; He looked up and his pale lips began to move slightly.

"Becky my darling" he whispered.

"Hush my love," she said. "Rest, don't talk."

He was insistent. "Becky," he said in his tired voice, "I have something that I must confess."

"There's nothing to confess," replied the weeping Becky, "Everything's all right, go to sleep."

"No, no. I must die in peace, Becky. I...I have been a Michigan State Fan all of my life!"

"I know sweetheart," whispered Becky, "let the poison work."

Thanks and a Tip of the Tam to Dr. Jack Minzey for a nice kickoff to the fall season.

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GOT $2500?
Developers John Lang and Marc Krakow, in partnership with Private Air Magazine, recently announced they are looking for at least 100 golfers willing to donate a minimum of $2,500 each to play in a one-day golf tournament that will help raise $1 million for the victims of Hurricane Katrina.

To be played at the innovative new private residential and golf community on the shores of Grand Traverse Bay on Saturday, Oct. 1, the tournament will play an important part of ³the $1 million formula² that will be comprised of tournament participation, corporate sponsorships, and a matching grant of $250,000 by an anonymous donor. One-hundred percent of the proceeds from the tournament will be donated to victims of the country¹s largest natural disaster that hit the Gulf Coast on Monday, August 29.

Lang and Krakow said that a special account has been set up at Huntington Bank in Traverse City for corporations and individuals who might want to make contributions to the fund-raising effort. All funds will be donated to specific designated charitable organizations that have earmarked programs going to Hurricane efforts, including the American Red Cross, the National Christian Foundation, and others. Additional information on the tournament can be obtained by calling Kelly Mebert, LochenHeath¹s director of member services at 231-938-9800.

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WHAT YOU ARE WATCHING: TOP FIVE SHOWS BY YEAR ON MICHIGAN GOLFER TV 2005

The Loon Golf Club with Mike Husby
Michigan Golf Hall of Fame Series with Jack Berry
The Michigan Open at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa with Tim Hygh
The Majestic at Lake Walden with Bill Fountain and Jack Berry
The Natural Golf Course with Jack Berry

2004
Ryder Cup History with Bill Shelton and Mike McCafferty
The 2004 Bay Mills Open with Tim Hygh
Tom Bendelow:The Forgotten Golf Architect with Bart Lower
Ireland: Host of the 2006 Ryder Cup with Vanessa Bell
Jackson¹s Dave Hill with Jack Berry

2003
Michigan Golf Packages
Golf Getaways
New Golf Course Reviews
Walter Hagen and His Michigan Travels with Mike McCafferty and Bill Shelton
The Caddies of French Lick with Dave Harner

2002
A Preview of The Tribute with Rich Robbins, Keith Gornick and Bill Shelton
A Tour of Wild Bluff Golf Course with Mike Husby and Bill Shelton
The Natural Golf Course with Larry Bowden
Destination Trumbull, Ohio with Thad Gutowski
Garland: The First 50 Years with Jim McIntyre

2001
GAM Senior Women's Amateur Championship
Robert Trent Jones and Treetops
Wild Bluff Junior Golf Academy
Jack Berry on the Majors, Ryder Cup and Detroit Golf
Michigan Golfer Visits the Internet Advisor or WJR

Michigan Golfer Internet Television Archives
http://michigangolfer.tv/archives.html

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MICHIGAN GOLFER FALL ISSUE-COMING SEPTEMBER 23
DESTINATION WALES-Jack Berry

MICHIGAN TOURNAMENT GOLF ROUNDUP
Tournament Results-Kelly Hill
30-Year Return at the Western Amateur-Scott Sullivan
Harris Wins Bay Mills Open-Marty Henwood
50th Michigan Publinx Golf Association State Match Play Championship
Kelly Cavanaugh Wins Women¹s Michigan Open-Mike Shiels
Mike Harris Wins the Detroit Newspapers Michigan Open-by Mike Shiels
Mike Harris Wins Tournament of Champions-by Mike Shiels
Bay Mills Open-with Tim Hygh
Native American Cup-Art McCafferty

INDIAN RIVER GOLF-Jack Berry

FROM BILLY MILLS TO NOTAH BEGAY III, THE TORCH IS PASSED-Art McCafferty

SLICE OF LIFE-Terry Moore

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UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH ACQUIRES STANLEY THOMPSON COLLECTION
A collection of memorabilia ‹ including drawings, newspaper articles, photographs, correspondence, contracts and agreements ‹ of renowned golf course architect Stanley Thompson (1893-1953) has been donated to the University of Guelph.

"Stanley Thompson was a Canadian original ‹ a genius and an eccentric who has an almost rock-star cult status among golfers who understand and appreciate his creative and challenging approach to golf," said Michael Ridley U of G's chief librarian and chief information officer. "The availability of this collection will help Canadians better understand a remarkable individual."

Thompson, a skilled designer and golfer, attended the Ontario Agricultural College and worked on more than 145 golf courses in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean and South America, including three of Canada's top golf courses ‹ St. George's in Toronto, Highlands Links in Ingonish Beach, N.S., and Capilano in Vancouver. He also co-designed the course at Guelph's Cutten Club, which he once owned, managed and resided at.

A co-founder of the American Society of Golf Course Architects and a member of the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame, Thompson was one of five brothers who represented one of the most talented golfing families in North America. More: Lori Bona Hunt (519) 824-4120, Ext. 53338

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SPORTS MEDIA GROUP PUBLISHES ULTIMATE BIO ON SAM SNEAD
"These greens are so fast I have to hold my putter over the ball and hit it with the shadow." Sam Snead Even today, 68 years after bursting onto the national scene, Sam Snead remains the standard. He was the winner of seven major championships, a seven-time member of the U.S. Ryder Cup team, and an original member of the World Golf Hall of Fame.

Until today, though, few people could truly say that they knew Sam. Al Barkow, veteran golf reporter and recipient of the 2005 PGA Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism, has written the definitive biography of one of the greatest golfers of all time.

Sam: The One and Only Sam Snead is not only a peek behind the mask, but an arresting look into the life of one of the game's most engaging yet enigmatic figures.

"...it's a story of Sam he would never tell himself, but one that needs to be told. It will enrich the memory of him for those who knew him and saw him play and give him a presence he deserves." -- Jack Burke Jr. Taken and edited from a release from Ann Arbor Media Group http://annarbormediagroup.com

*Editor's Note: I read the book this week and I think Jack Burke Jr. nailed it in his review. Congrats to Skip DeWall and his Ann Arbor Media Group for this nice read.

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TOMASULO AND HARRIS CONTINUE THEIR STRONG GOLF AT ALBERTA CLASSIC
When we were focusing on the last round duel of Anders Hultman and Mike Harris at last week's Bay Mills Open, Peter Tomasulo was also shooting an eye opening 5 under 67. Peter continued his strong play and won at Alberta last week. Here are some remarks from Marty Henwood to flesh this out.
"So long, Peter Tomasulo. It¹s been great knowing you.

  For the second consecutive year, a player has captured the Nationwide Tour¹s Alberta Classic playing on a Canadian Tour sponsor¹s exemption to earn his way onto the PGA Tour¹s premier feeder circuit.

  One year after Canadian David Hearn won in Calgary, Tomasulo, who won the Canadian Tour¹s Montreal Open presented by Lexus less than a month ago, closed out with a 2-under 69 Sunday. Tomasulo¹ four-day total of 9-under 275 was two shots in front of Aaron Barber, the 2001 Canadian Tour money winner.

  "It was fun and tough all at the same time," said Tomasulo, a 23-year-old native of Long Beach, Calif. "It was stressful out there. The course was playing so tough."

  Alan McLean, Jason Schultz and Michael Harris, coming off a win last week at the Bay Mills Open Players Championship, also placed in the top ten."

Marty Henwood Media Relations Tournament Players' Association, Canadian Tour

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FALL GOLF SPECIALS AT THE NATURAL
Fall golf is just around the corner.

Book now and receive incredible savings on your golf package. Marsh Ridge Resort in Gaylord, MI. has golf packages starting at just 69.99 pp. pn. This four star resort has spacious hotel suites, heated pool, and Jacuzzi tub, perfect for relaxing after a day of golf. Package includes: Lodging at Marsh Ridge Resort, unlimited golf with cart at The Natural [midweek], and continental breakfast. For additional package information call Marsh Ridge Resort toll free at 800-743-7529 or 989-732-5552.

The Natural Golf Shop [located at The Natural Golf Course] is having a HUGE 'Summer Daze' sale on all of its clothing. Save up to 50% on name brands like Greg Norman, Gear, Straight Down, and Tosni. Save 30% on golf ball sleeves, sand wedges and putters.

There¹s no better time to play than at The Natural this fall. Use this e-mail as a 2-1 coupon during the month of August. Play 18 holes with cart Monday thru Thursday and pay only $31.00 pp. For additional WEB savings check us out online at http://www.thenatural.org. Call now. Tee times are filling up fast. Toll free 877-646-7529 or 989-732-1785.

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ROUNDS DOWN SLIGHTLY IN JULY-NGF REPORT
Same-store rounds played in the U.S. decreased slightly (-0.3%) in July 2005 vs. July 2004, based on data from operators at 1,819 golf facilities. That leaves the year-to-date number 0.9% behind the 2004 pace. Best performing regions in July were the South Central (up 4.1%) and Northeast (up 3.4%). The worst performing region was the Upper Midwest (down 3.6%).

The best performing region year-to-date through July was the Gulf Coast (up 3.9%) ­ but that is sure to change given the destructive path of Hurricane Katrina. The worst performing region year-to-date was the Southwest (down 5.8%), which had monsoon-like rains earlier in the year. http://ngf.org

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TRAVERSE CITY TO HOST NATIONAL GOVERNORS CONFERENCE AGAIN
³We are honored and excited that Michigan has been chosen to host the NGA annual meeting in 2007,² Granholm said. ³There is no other state in the nation more beautiful and magical in the summertime. Traverse City is the perfect place to highlight all that Michigan has to offer, from new economy, high-tech businesses to a spectacular natural environment. The NGA conference will put Michigan and northern Michigan in the national spotlight and put dollars into the local economy.²

The 2007 meeting will take place at the Grand Traverse Resort located along East Grand Traverse Bay. The resort hosted the last NGA meeting held in Michigan in 1987.

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MICHIGAN GOLF RADIO --JOHN DALY VS. NIAGARA FALLS
HTTP://JOHNDALY.COM

Wednesdays at 1:35 pm with Tom Gibson on CHOK 1070, Sarnia, Ontario, Canada http://chok.com
Fridays at 10:40 am with Shawn Peterson on the Michigan Talk Radio Network http://www.michigantalkradio.net/
Fridays at 10:40 to 11:00 on MLive http://www.mlive.com/talkradio/

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UPCOMING SHOWS ON MICHIGAN GOLFER TELEVISION

Courses
Buck's Run Golf Club-with Jerry Matthews
Old Channel Traill
The Tribute Golf Course-with Gary Koch, Rick Robbins and Keith Gornick-Gaylord

Tournament Coverage
Pepsi Fall Charity Invitational- Treetops Resort
MGCOA- 2005 Michigan Golf League Championship- Eagle's Eye GC

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ARCHIVES-MICHIGAN GOLFER
Michigan Golfer Magazine-1996-Present
http://www.michigangolfer.com/#pastissues
Michigan Golf News-2003-Present
http://www.michigangolfer.com/news.html
Michigan Golfer Television-2001-Present
http://michigangolfer.tv/archives.html

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MICHIGAN GOLF CALENDAR 2005
http://michigangolfer.com/calendar.html

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MICHIGAN TOURNAMENTS
http://michigangolfer.com/tournaments.html

ASSOCIATION LINKS
American Association of Golf Course Architects
http://asgca.org
Golf Association of Michigan
http://www.gam.org/
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
http://www.gcsaa.org
Michigan Section PGA
http://www.Michigan.PGA.com
Michigan Golf Course Owners Association
http://mgcoa.org
Michigan High School Athletic Association
http://www.mhsaa.com/
Michigan Interscholastic Golf Coaches Association
http://migca.com
Michigan Publinx Seniors Golf Association
http://mpsga.net
National Golf Course Owners Association
http://ngcoa.org
National Golf Foundation
http://ngf.org
National High School Golf Coaches Association
http://www.nhsgca.org

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