Upcoming events

    • 11 Apr 2025
    • 7:00 AM
    • 19 Oct 2025
    • Various Locations
    • 0



    SOLD OUT!

    32 teams will square off in five rounds to see who will be crowned Champions of the 10th edition of the MAAGCS Match Play Championship!

    This is a great event for networking with fellow MAAGCS members along with mixing in friendly competition and great prizes.

    Teams are responsible for arranging the date and site of each match and for reporting the results.

    The winners advance to the next round and losers are eliminated from the competition. Winners will be crowned Champions at the Annual Meeting. You must be an active MAAGCS member to participate.

    You Must Have A Verifiable Handicap!

    You must be able to produce a verifiable handicap upon request from your playing opponents. If you are unable to produce a verifiable handicap, your opponents have the right to require you to play as a “0”.

    Registration

    $25 per Player / $50 per Team

    Prizes
    (Visa Gift Cards - Split Between Teammates)

    1st: $1,000
    2nd: $500
    3rd: $400
    4th: $400

    Defending Champions

    Ralph Meola & Andrew Harrison
    "Brothers From Another Mother


    • 29 Sep 2025
    • 10:15 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Mt. Vernon Country Club
    Register


    MAAGCS Annual Championship

    Monday, September 29, 2025

    5111 Old Mill Rd | Alexandria, VA 22309

    Presented by


    Hosted by


    Chris Sandels
    Director of Agronomy

    Event Overview

    The MAAGCS Annual Championship is one of the year’s premier events, bringing members together for a day of competition, camaraderie, and celebration. The tournament will determine the MAAGCS Champion Golfer of the Year, with players competing across multiple divisions.

    In addition to great golf, the Championship offers valuable networking, outstanding food and refreshments, exciting prizes, and plenty of fun with friends and colleagues. Whether you’re chasing the title or simply enjoying the experience, this event promises a memorable day on the course.

    Host Club: Mt. Vernon Country Club

    This year’s Championship will be hosted at Mt. Vernon Country Club in Alexandria, Virginia, a beautiful and challenging course that showcases the best of the region. Nestled along the Potomac River, Mt. Vernon offers a classic layout with tree-lined fairways and scenic views that create both a fun and demanding test of golf. Known for its welcoming atmosphere and strong traditions, the club provides the perfect stage for this marquee event.

    We’re also fortunate to have MAAGCS Past President and Mt. Vernon Director of Agronomy, Chris Sandels, serving as host for this special occasion.

    Divisions & Prizes

    Superintendent/Assistant Division
    Class A, B, C MAAGCS Members
    Eligible for Gross & Net Prizes, and Proximity Prizes

    Open Division
    Class F, EM MAAGCS Members & Partners
    Eligible for Gross & Net Prizes, and Proximity Prizes

    Guest Division
    Non-dues paying guests of MAAGCS Members
    Eligible for Proximity Prizes

    Defending Champion

    Tad Dinan
    Crofton Country Club

    Schedule

    10:30 am
    Registration/Warm-up
    Morning Bar, Lunch

    11:30 am
    Golf/Shotgun Start

    Following Golf
    Awards & Prizes, Networking Reception & Buffett

    The Annual Championship will kick off in the morning with registration and a specialty cocktail bar featuring Bloody Marys, Transfusions, and Screwdrivers. Once everyone is checked in, players will head out for a shotgun start and lunch. Following play, the day will conclude with an awards and networking reception, complete with food, drinks, and plenty of time to celebrate with friends and colleagues. Exact times will be announced soon.

    Entry Fee

    $75 - Members
    golf, cart, range, food & beverages, awards reception, gross & net prizes & proximity prizes 

    $95 - Non-members/guests
    golf, cart, range, food & beverages, awards reception & proximity prizes

    Thank you Sponsors!
    Additional sponsorship opportunities listed below

    Pre Golf Bar Sponsor
    Bloody Mary/Screwdriver/Transfusions


    Lunch Sponsor


    Beverage Sponsors

     

    Hole Sponsors


       

       


    Sponsorships Available!
    Player entries are separate from sponsorships

    All Sponsors receive recognition on-site, on the event website, event promotional emails and in recap articles

    Prize Table Sponsor – $750

    CTP Sponsor – $500.00

    Driving Range Sponsor – $500

    Long Drive Sponsor – $500

    Manned Hole Sponsor (Non-Partners) – $1,000

    2 Reps can set up on a hole and greet players as they play through. On-site signage and recognition in event promos and emails

    Manned Hole Sponsor (Partner Discount) – $600

    2 Reps can set up on a hole and greet players as they play through. On-site signage and recognition in event promos and emails

    Hole Sign Sponsor – $300

    Contact Tyler Eastham with Questions

    • 23 Oct 2025
    • 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
    • Westminster National Golf Course


    Westminster National Golf Course Welcomes
    Students from Elmer Wolfe Elementary School


    Thursday, October 23, 2025
    Westminster National Golf Course

    Westminster National Golf Course

    2158 Littlestown Pike, Westminster, MD 21158

    Hosted by


    Ryan Kraushofer, CGCS
    443-865-3232
    westminsternationalgc@yahoo.com

    Volunteers, please contact Ryan Kraushofer

    Students from Elmer Wolfe Elementary will take part in an exciting First Green Field Trip at Westminster National Golf Course, where hands-on learning brings science, math, and the environment to life. Guided by golf course professionals, students will rotate through a series of interactive stations that highlight the many ways STEM connects to the game of golf and the care of a golf course. From putting lessons and soil science to water conservation, course design, robotics, and more, each activity is designed to spark curiosity and showcase the unique role golf courses play in both recreation and environmental stewardship.

    Station 1: Putting

    Students will work with golf professionals to learn the fundamentals of putting and how to read the subtle contours of a green. The session will finish with a fun and friendly putting competition.

    Station 2: Soils

    Students will explore the importance of soils and turf on a golf course, and how these spaces serve as valuable community green areas. They’ll discover how healthy turf, trees, and vegetation provide wildlife habitat, improve air quality, filter water, and even help restore damaged environments.

    Station 3: The 411 of Golf

    This station introduces students to the physics of golf—why some clubs hit the ball farther than others and how force and angles affect distance. Students will measure their shots and convert the results from feet to yards, reinforcing real-world math and science connections.

    Station 4: Water Conservation

    Students will learn why water is essential for turfgrass health and how superintendents carefully manage irrigation to conserve resources. They’ll gain an understanding of the strategies used on golf courses to balance plant needs with responsible water use.

    Station 5: Golf Course Architecture

    Students will step into the shoes of a golf course architect, learning what goes into designing a course that is both fun to play and beneficial to the environment. They’ll then get creative by sketching their own vision of a golf hole.

    Station 6: Math in Turf Management

    Students will see how superintendents use math every day, from calculating square footage to determining application rates for seed, fertilizer, or sand. They’ll practice measuring a tee box and explore how averages are used to track green speeds.

    Station 7: Robotic Mowers

    Students will discover how robotic mowers are changing the way golf courses are maintained. They’ll learn how these machines help reduce fuel use, operate efficiently with GPS guidance, and give superintendents more time to focus on other important aspects of course care.

    Volunteers Needed! Host superintendent Ryan Kraushofer is requesting volunteers to help with  this fun day of mentorship and education. Please contact Ryan directly at westminsternationalgc@yahoo.com if you would like to volunteer.

    Sponsors

      

    Schedule

    TBA

    Busses Arrive Approximately: 9:30 am

    Busses Depart Approximately: 1:30 pm



    • 09 Dec 2025
    • 10:15 AM - 3:30 PM
    • Rolling Road Golf Club
    Register

    MAAGCS Annual Meeting

    Presented by


    Tuesday, December 9, 2025


    Rolling Road Golf Club
    814 Hilltop Road
    Catonsville, MD 21228



    Hosted by
    Chris Fernandes, MAAGCS Past President

    Event Overview

    This year's MAAGCS Annual Meeting will be held at Rolling Road Golf Club on Tuesday, December 9th. We will have a special guest speaker, year-in-review, golf awards, scholarship awards, annual business meeting & elections, lunch and a beer & wine social.

    Special Guest Speaker

    TBA

    Attire
    Sport coat
    Tie optional

    Annual Meeting Tickets
    Includes Guest Speaker, Lunch, Annual Meeting & Elections, Reception

    $60
    MAAGCS 
    Members & Partners

    $80
    Non-Members

    Schedule

    10:00 AM
    Registration

    11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    Guest Speaker
    TBA

    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
     Lunch

    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
    Annual Meeting, Golf Awards & Elections

    2:30 PM
    Beer & Wine Social Reception

    Slate Of Officers

    President: Shaun O'Connor, Timbers at Troy
    Vice President/Treasurer: Matt Earhart, Chartwell G&CC
    Secretary: Eric David, US Navy GC
    Past President: Chris Sandels, Mt. Vernon CC

    Directors
    Mark Jones, Winter's Run Golf Club
    Luke Simon, Chevy Chase Club
    Mike Esh, Bay Hills GC
    Vince Distefano, Musket Ridge GC

    IAC
    Josh Reiger, Envu

    If you are interested in running for the board of directors, please reach out the nominating committee chair Chris Sandels with your submission. Board positions will be voted on at the MAAGCS Annual Meeting on Tuesday, November 9th at Rolling Road GC.

    Lunch Sponsor


    Speaker Sponsor

    Supporting Sponsors



    Available Sponsorships

    Become a valued sponsor at the MAAGCS Annual Meeting! By committing $500, you can be a Sponsor. Your contribution will not only spotlight your brand, but also foster industry relationships and support our community's growth. Elevate your presence and demonstrate your commitment to the MAAGCS. Seize this unique opportunity to stand out and connect. Secure your sponsorship today!

    Register through the website or contact Tyler Eastham to confirm you sponsorship.

    Supporting Sponsors
    $500

    Sponsors receive recognition on promotional emails, on the event website, in newsletter articles and on-site at the event. Each sponsorship includes 1 free entry to the event.

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