Imagine sinking a hole-in-one—a golfer's dream come true. But did you know that Central New York has been buzzing with these rare feats lately? As of October 17, several local golfers have achieved this ultimate milestone, and their stories are nothing short of inspiring. Here’s a detailed look at these remarkable accomplishments, along with other notable achievements on the greens.
But here's where it gets controversial: Is it skill, luck, or a bit of both? Let’s dive into the details and let you decide.
First up, on October 12, Luke Snyder aced the 161-yard No. 10 hole at Weequahic Golf Course in Newark, NJ, using a 7-iron. His feat was witnessed by David Snyder and Tom Klein. That same day, Kevin Collins achieved a hole-in-one on the 130-yard No. 3 hole at Camillus GC with a pitching wedge, celebrated by Casey Collins, Keven Collins, and Finn Collins. Rhonda Museum also joined the ranks, acing the No. 6 hole at Cazenovia CC with a 5 hybrid, witnessed by Terri Fox and Mary Deuble. Larry Beyer rounded out the day with a hole-in-one on the 143-yard No. 3 hole at Pinegrove, using a 7-iron, with Deb Beyer as his witness.
And this is the part most people miss: These achievements aren’t just about the swing—they’re about precision, practice, and sometimes, a stroke of luck. Take Josh DeFino, for instance, who aced the 113-yard No. 17 hole at Beaver Meadows on October 11 with a 9-iron. His moment was shared with Sal Lomedico, Jason Coopper, and Jamie Crandall. Timothy Hyatt followed suit on the same day, sinking his shot on the 134-yard No. 12 hole at West Hill with an 8-iron, witnessed by Gavin McGunnigle.
Earlier in the month, on October 7, John Landry achieved his hole-in-one on the 133-yard No. 14 hole at Pinegrove using an 8-iron, with Don Cooke as his witness. Going back to September 13, Gene Tracy aced the 125-yard No. 4 hole at Stone Creek with a pitching wedge, celebrated by Jim Bush, Tim McNamara, and Dennis Wallace.
Now, here’s a question to spark debate: Are these accomplishments purely individual, or does the camaraderie of fellow golfers play a role in these moments of glory? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Beyond holes-in-one, let’s celebrate another remarkable feat: Shooting Your Age. Zeke Zakreski, at the age of 82, shot an impressive 77 at Battle Island Golf Course on October 14, witnessed by Dick Shults, Doug Alexander, and Kevin McCarthy. This achievement is a testament to dedication and longevity in the sport.
One last thought: As we applaud these golfers, it’s worth asking—what’s your ultimate golfing goal? A hole-in-one? Shooting your age? Or simply enjoying the game with friends? Let us know in the comments below!
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