Cherokee Valley Golf Club in Olive Branch, MS was the venue for the USCGA Season Opener and the clubhouse was packed with over 100 who came out for the event. Of that number, 94 were players in the season's opening tournament, the largest turn-out for a season opener in six years since its beginning in 2003.

Thus far we have 82 returning members and 41 new members for a total of 123. The membership is expected to grow throughout the season as it has in the past. It could be a record breaking year as 41 new members begin to tell their friends about this exciting golfing opportunity they have discovered.

It was a new experience for many as over 100 voices stood to sing Amazing Grace to open the meeting. Perhaps new member, Danny Billingsley, said it best, "What a great day at Cherokee Valley! I was very impressed with the people and the mission of the USCGA. The message from Rick (Norwood) was very timely and uplifting and yes, it was the first time I ever sang Amazing Grace at a golf tournament."

Click on the 2008 Tour Schedule and then Leaderboard to check out the tournament results. While you're there sign up for the next round at North Creek.