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Mike Hendren

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Re: The Dixie Cup to be Resurrected in October 🤞
« Reply #25 on: June 15, 2024, 06:39:20 PM »
Lord Whitaker and Disher:  Yes I would like to be in on DC 2024...   will keep watching for details.


Cheers,
Sterling


Greetings Sterling.  What are odds that Ripley, TN will have the largest contingent at the DC?


Planning on making it IF I can cancel a speaking engagement in Vegas that same day.  Life can be challenging on the yacht. 
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jeffwarne

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Re: The Dixie Cup to be Resurrected in October 🤞
« Reply #26 on: June 16, 2024, 11:36:42 AM »
If you're including Palmetto...
I'm not sure if they plan to overseed this year(they didn't last year due to new turf)
but they are usually closed for 4-5 days for overseeding during early October, and certainly a mess/wet with higher to no HOC while the rye is germinating on fairways for several weeks.


Therefore, I vote for November(so I can play ;) [size=78%])[/size]

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"Take their focus off the grass and put it squarely on interesting golf." Don Mahaffey

Michael Whitaker

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #27 on: June 16, 2024, 02:26:33 PM »
Thanks to the hard work of Craig Disher, the dates and course lineup is set for our resurrected Dixie Cup gathering:

Sept 30: 1300 - Palmetto GC
Oct 1: 0950 - Aiken GC
Oct 2: 0930 - Old Barnwell

We are still working on additional details and will update this post when everything is finalized… including registration request information.

As mentioned before, we will be limiting this event to 24 participants.
"Solving the paradox of proportionality is the heart of golf architecture."  - Tom Doak (11/20/05)

Michael Whitaker

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Re: The Dixie Cup to be Resurrected in October 🤞
« Reply #28 on: June 16, 2024, 02:30:22 PM »
If you're including Palmetto...
I'm not sure if they plan to overseed this year(they didn't last year due to new turf)
but they are usually closed for 4-5 days for overseeding during early October, and certainly a mess/wet with higher to no HOC while the rye is germinating on fairways for several weeks.


Therefore, I vote for November(so I can play ;) [size=78%])[/size]


Jeff - we are recruiting 7 Palmetto members to host our group (3 guests per member). We were hoping you would be one of our hosts! 😉


As for the overseeding… it seems we’ll be out in front of that, but thanks for the info.
"Solving the paradox of proportionality is the heart of golf architecture."  - Tom Doak (11/20/05)

Lou_Duran

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Re: The Dixie Cup to be Resurrected in October 🤞
« Reply #29 on: June 16, 2024, 08:30:13 PM »
Please consider me for an invitation.   Thanks.


Ditto

jeffwarne

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #30 on: June 16, 2024, 09:25:32 PM »
Thanks to the hard work of Craig Disher, the dates and course lineup is set for our resurrected Dixie Cup gathering:

Sept 30: 1300 - Palmetto GC
Oct 1: 0950 - Aiken GC
Oct 2: 0930 - Old Barnwell

We are still working on additional details and will update this post when everything is finalized… including registration request information.

As mentioned before, we will be limiting this event to 24 participants.


Hmmm...Those dates actually may work!
We host the MET PGA Team Championship normally on those days,but the Section moved it north this year so.....Aiken seems a very pleasant alternative to The Catskills.


Count me in as a host!
"Let's slow the damned greens down a bit, not take the character out of them." Tom Doak
"Take their focus off the grass and put it squarely on interesting golf." Don Mahaffey

Steve Lang

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #31 on: June 16, 2024, 11:46:36 PM »
 8) Mike,


Glad to hear the Dixie Cup is back in business, do they still make refill packages?


From my 2017 pic of the Infamous Cup Dispensor Trophy, I see the venues listed as follows:


2004 – Cuscowilla GC
2005 -  Mid-Pines GC, Pine Needles GC
2006 – Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Plantation, Bulls Bay GC
2007 – Longshadow GC,  Athens CC
2008 – World Woods Pine Barrens, Dunes GC (Seville)
2009 – Palmetto GC, Aiken GC, Camden CC
2010 – Carolina GC, Mimosa Hills GC, Gaston CC
2011 – Ballyhack GC, Kinloch GC, Providence GC
2012 – Checheesee Creek Club, Wexford Plantation
2013 – Dormie Club, Tobacco Road GC
2014 – The Fields GC, Callaway Gardens,
2015 – Chattanooga, TN , Lookout Mountain GC, Black Creek Club – Sweetens Cove GC
2016 – Atlanta, GA, Rivermont CC
2017 – Streamsong Resort, Red, Blue & Black Courses

 Can you fill in any of the later venues or was Streamsong the last one held?? 

As Ms Sheila is on the DL, we won't be seeking any entry ballots for 2024's edition.  I would still note as briefly discussed, that if the event came to The Woodlands CC on north side of Houston, we could play 99 holes of golf and take in Memorial and some other publics easily in the region...

Good luck to all DC'ers, play on!
« Last Edit: June 16, 2024, 11:51:14 PM by Steve Lang »
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Steve Wilson

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #32 on: June 17, 2024, 12:22:53 AM »
I am truly glad to see that this is happening.  Unfortunately I’ll still be in Scotland on September 30 and so I can’t even consider attending. That being said: to  those of you who have always wanted to participate in one of these gatherings/ outings—what are you waiting for? 


Although the venues are spectacular, the courses are second to the experience of getting together with the denizens of this board in either a spirit of getting acquainted or of renewal.  Kudos to all those involved in the organization of it and congratulations to those who attend.


During the course of the previous Dixie Cup near Aiken I remember telling those breakfasting with me “I woke up screaming last night….”


“What happened?” Someone finally asked.


“I dreamed I was above the hole at Palmetto.”


So now none of you who do attend can’t say you weren’t twice warned: once about the greens at Palmetto and secondly about my sense of humor. 


I’ll be keeping an eye on the attendees list to see whom I am missing.





Some days you play golf, some days you find things.

I'm not really registered, but I couldn't find a symbol for certifiable.

"Every good drive by a high handicapper will be punished..."  Garland Bailey at the BUDA in sharing with me what the better player should always remember.

Mike Feeney

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #33 on: June 17, 2024, 06:29:45 AM »
Very interested -- Michael, that's quite a blend of entertaining architecture at a perfect time of year to golf in SC.

Michael Whitaker

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #34 on: June 17, 2024, 11:48:33 AM »
Very interested -- Michael, that's quite a blend of entertaining architecture at a perfect time of year to golf in SC.
Thanks, Mike… this is not our first rodeo!🤣
"Solving the paradox of proportionality is the heart of golf architecture."  - Tom Doak (11/20/05)

Michael Whitaker

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #35 on: June 18, 2024, 04:08:19 AM »
From my 2017 pic of the Infamous Cup Dispensor Trophy, I see the venues listed as follows:

2004 – Cuscowilla GC
2005 -  Mid-Pines GC, Pine Needles GC
2006 – Caledonia Golf & Fish Club, True Blue Plantation, Bulls Bay GC
2007 – Longshadow GC,  Athens CC
2008 – World Woods Pine Barrens, Dunes GC (Seville)
2009 – Palmetto GC, Aiken GC, Camden CC
2010 – Carolina GC, Mimosa Hills GC, Gaston CC
2011 – Ballyhack GC, Kinloch GC, Providence GC
2012 – Checheesee Creek Club, Wexford Plantation
2013 – Dormie Club, Tobacco Road GC
2014 – The Fields GC, Callaway Gardens,
2015 – Chattanooga, TN , Lookout Mountain GC, Black Creek Club – Sweetens Cove GC
2016 – Atlanta, GA, Rivermont CC
2017 – Streamsong Resort, Red, Blue & Black Courses

 Can you fill in any of the later venues or was Streamsong the last one held??
Steve - the last Dixie Cup was Nov 16-18, 2018… a return to Caledonia & True Blue. The 2024 version should be fantastic, and we’re already working on 2025! 😉
« Last Edit: June 18, 2024, 04:11:58 AM by Michael Whitaker »
"Solving the paradox of proportionality is the heart of golf architecture."  - Tom Doak (11/20/05)

Bryan Drennon

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #36 on: June 18, 2024, 11:41:47 AM »
I'm not sure if this is where you're starting a list but I would like to be included. I attended the one at Lookout Mountain and another at Bulls Bay and they were a blast.

Lou_Duran

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #37 on: June 18, 2024, 02:11:13 PM »
9 out of 14.  Every one outstanding.
« Last Edit: June 18, 2024, 02:59:58 PM by Lou_Duran »

Steve Wilson

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #38 on: June 19, 2024, 05:26:10 PM »
9 out of 15 and to echo Lou, every one was outstanding.
Some days you play golf, some days you find things.

I'm not really registered, but I couldn't find a symbol for certifiable.

"Every good drive by a high handicapper will be punished..."  Garland Bailey at the BUDA in sharing with me what the better player should always remember.

Richard Hetzel

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #39 on: June 19, 2024, 08:32:52 PM »
I am definitely IN!


Rich
Last 10:
Erie GC (PA), Skyway GC (NJ), Ferry Point Links (NY), The Bridge (NY), Montauk Downs (NY), Totteridge GC (PA), Hillsboro Elks (OH), Smock GC (IN), Westbrook CC (OH), NCR CC - South (OH)

Jerry Kluger

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #40 on: June 19, 2024, 10:12:44 PM »
I had contacted Mike directly that I was in but I thought I should do so on this thread as well so others are warned that the little guy is ready to kick some butt.

ed_getka

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #41 on: June 23, 2024, 08:16:44 PM »
I won't be able to join you guys this year, but I will look forward to next year. Sounds like a great lineup. Enjoy!



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hhuffines

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Re: The Dixie Cup Resurrected: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #42 on: June 30, 2024, 04:24:35 PM »
This is fantastic, please save room for me!  Hart

Michael Whitaker

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup - Sept 30 - Oct 2 New
« Reply #43 on: June 30, 2024, 05:14:18 PM »
The Dixie Cup is officially on... and it's time to register!

UPDATE: JUNE 30
Thanks to the hard work of Craig Disher, the dates and course lineup is set for our resurrected Dixie Cup gathering:

Sept 30: 1300 - Golf at Palmetto GC
Sept 30: 1900 - Dinner at The Wilcox

Oct 1: 0950 - Golf at Aiken GC
Oct 1: 1600 - Golf at The Chalk Mine (nine hole Par 3)

Oct 2: 0930 - Old Barnwell (walking only - youth caddies available for $50 + tip)

(This event is limited to 24 participants)

The cost for three days of golf and the group dinner at The Wilcox is $475... this includes a donation to the Old Barnwell Charity Fund. A deposit of $100 will be required to secure a spot. This deposit is non-refundable, however, if your plans change your deposit can be refunded from someone taking your place.

How To Secure Your Spot: send an email to md.whitaker@me.com and we will send you instructions for paying your deposit. Only emails will be accepted... do not send via GCA direct message. Priority will be given as follows:
1) Those who have played in prior Dixie Cups 
2) Those who are subscribed to GCA 
3) Others

LIST OF THOSE WHO HAVE EXPRESSED INTEREST IN ATTENDING:
If you are marked "Confirmed" below your spot is secure once you pay your deposit. Send an email to md.whitaker@me.com for instructions. We must receive your email no later than July 10!

Also, please let us know ASAP if you are definitely OUT.

Michael Whitaker - Confirmed - PAID
Craig Disher - Confirmed - PAID
Jeff Warne - Confirmed - PAID
Mike Hendren - Confirmed
Morgan Clawson -Confirmed
Ward Peyronnin - Confirmed
Will Spivey - Confirmed
David Royer - Confirmed
Archie Struthers
Brian Finn
Chris Mavros - Confirmed
Ben Sims  - Confirmed
Edward Glidewell
John Mayhugh
Joe Zucker
Mike Trenham - Confirmed
Jason Thurman
Richard Hetzel
Jim O’Kane
Tyler Kearns - Confirmed
Stuart Abramson
Bill Gayne - Confirmed
Sterling Forsythe - Confirmed
Lou Duran - Confirmed - PAID
Mike Feeney
Brian Drennon - Confirmed
Jerry Kluger - Confirmed
Richard Choi - Confirmed
Sean Arble
Hart Huffines - Confirmed
Stephen Northrop

ACCOMMODATION:  Everyone is on their own to arrange accommodations. There are numerous hotels to match any budget in the Aiken area... and, there are LOTS of Airbnb listings.
« Last Edit: Yesterday at 05:46:04 PM by Michael Whitaker »
"Solving the paradox of proportionality is the heart of golf architecture."  - Tom Doak (11/20/05)

Stephen Northrup

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #44 on: June 30, 2024, 09:41:42 PM »
I am interested and have sent an email to confirm interest

Jason Thurman

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #45 on: Yesterday at 11:09:17 AM »
With great disappointment, I want to quickly note that I'll be unable to attend. I have a couple other conflicting and immovable commitments on these dates that I need to sort through and I just won't be able to get to Aiken for this one.


I've never been to them, but I'm confident the course lineup is awesome. I can confirm the roster of participants is exceptional. This event doesn't need my endorsement to fill up in a hurry, but I highly endorse it nevertheless.
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Richard Hetzel

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2 New
« Reply #46 on: Yesterday at 12:25:16 PM »
E mail sent to confirm, waiting for reply so I can pay the deposit.

Rich
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Last 10:
Erie GC (PA), Skyway GC (NJ), Ferry Point Links (NY), The Bridge (NY), Montauk Downs (NY), Totteridge GC (PA), Hillsboro Elks (OH), Smock GC (IN), Westbrook CC (OH), NCR CC - South (OH)

Dan Gallaway

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #47 on: Yesterday at 12:39:31 PM »
Email from Dan also, thanks

Brian Finn

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #48 on: Yesterday at 01:57:32 PM »
I've already let Mike and Craig know via email, but figured I'd post here as well.  My schedule for those dates does not look good, so I am going to drop out to free up a spot for someone else.  I will really miss spending time with everyone and playing these great courses.  The Dixie Cup is a top-notch event every time, and this iteration looks to be shaping up as the best yet.  For those who have not yet played these courses, you are in for some really exceptional golf. 
New for '24: Monifieth (Medal & Ashludie), Montrose (1562 & Broomfield), Panmure, Carnoustie (Championship, Burnside, & Buddon), Scotscraig, Kingsbarns, Elie, Dumbarnie, Lundin, Belvedere, The Loop (Red & Black), Forest Dunes, Arcadia Bluffs (South & Bluffs)...

Stewart Abramson

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Re: Time To Register for The Dixie Cup: Sept 30 - Oct 2
« Reply #49 on: Yesterday at 03:29:11 PM »
Michael, Hope you received my e-mail that I sent yesterday. There have been updates to your post #43 subsequent to my e-mail, but not to indicate that I confirmed.

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