2007 Holiday Shootout
Click here to download tee times and team pairings for the 2007 Holiday Shootout at Southwych.
Posted: 11.28.07, 8:34 pm
2007 Holiday Shootout moved to Sunday
The Holiday Shootout has been moved to Sunday December 2nd... Click here for details.
Posted: 11.19.07, 2:35 pm
2007 Holiday Shootout
HVGA members are invited to participate in the 2007 HVGA Holiday Shootout. Click here for details.
Posted: 11.15.07, 9:21 pm
Goodbye 2007
The 2007 HVGA season has officially come to a close. There are several changes on deck for the 08 season. Make note that the 08 season will begin the first weekend of February. Please read the final newsletter for all changes and update taking effect in 2008.
HVGA needs your help in 2008. We have 4 committee positions open. If you have the time and would like to make a difference then volunteer by contacting any of our current committee or board members.
Please note we'll be making updates to the web-site to reflect the rule changes. So if you read the something that isn't consistent with what's in the final newsletter, be assured that those changes will be made ASAP.
Lastly, mark your calendar for the annual Turkey Shootout scheduled for the December 1, 2007. Information and registration will be going out to members in the next few weeks.
Posted: 10.24.07, 9:22 pm
Texas Cup Photos
Check out the photos from the 2007 Texas Cup at Bear Creek...
Posted: 10.20.07, 12:51 am
Texas Cup 2007
Congratulation to DFWVGA for retaining the Texas Cup once again. Download the results. Check back soon for photos....
Posted: 10.16.07, 10:17 pm
Kabul Golf Club
A Golf Course Where Water Is No Hazard
Posted: 10.15.07, 8:52 pm
Club Champ Pix
Photos from the 2007 Club Championship at Woodforeset G.C.
Posted: 10.10.07, 12:34 am
Play-off
Congratulations to the 2007 club champion Alex Nguyen, Simon Nguyen and Nam Tran. Another big week with the TX Cup play-off for the last two spots. Good luck to all!...
Posted: 09.30.07, 10:03 pm
Nakashima
A buddy of mine walked on and joined a foursome last month at his home course(Harding Park, SF, CA). He said one of the guy in the foursome was John Nakashima of Nakashima Golf. Nakashima Golf is based in the Bay Area and known throughout the golf industry as a low profile Japanese brand .... Some of the irons look pretty nice.
Posted: 09.23.07, 7:32 pm
Winners Spotlight Archive
A few members suggested that we keep an archive of the Winners Spotlight so you can go view all the winners for each season. So here it is... 2007 is up and an archive going back to 2003 will be posted soon. You can get to it by going to the Tournament page and clicking on Winners Spotlight.
Posted: 09.14.07, 12:27 am
Last Regular Tourney
Congrats to all the winners at High Meadow Ranch. Don't forget to register for the club championship.
Posted: 09.09.07, 5:48 pm
Newsletter
Get up to date with the latest HVGA Newsletter.
Posted: 09.04.07, 7:53 pm
TX Cup
Take a moment to familiarize yourself the TX Cup playoff system incase you find yourself battling for last two spots.
Posted: 08.28.07, 7:47 pm
Mini Golf
MyMinigolf is suitable for almost every surface.
Posted: 08.16.07, 8:29 am
More Fish...
I was told that some of the fish in these pix might be illegal!?... You be the judge.
Posted: 08.13.07, 8:03 pm
Last dance at the Ranch
The last regular season tournament will be held on September 8th at High Meadow Ranch. Registration deadline is on Tuesday, September 4th.
Please note, in order to qualify for the Club Championship and the Texas Cup team, all members must play in at least 4 tournaments.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
Posted: 08.13.07, 7:25 pm
Pasatiempo
If you're ever in Santa Cruz, California and have a chance to play a round of golf. Make sure you get a round in at Pasatiempo. Pasatiempo was designed by golf architect Alister MacKenzie, whom also designed Augusta National.
Posted: 08.11.07, 11:01 pm
Houston National
Congratulations to all the winners at Houston National. Our last regular tournament of the season will be at High Meadow Ranch.
Posted: 08.05.07, 7:50 pm
Fish Sticks
HVGA members enjoy a good day's catch off the coast of Galveston.
Posted: 08.01.07, 7:35 pm
Who's your caddy?
This just made it to the top of my wish list. It's the X3R Remote Caddie.
Posted: 07.30.07, 9:08 pm
Photography
Golf course landscapes by Peter Wong.
Posted: 07.30.07, 8:41 am
August Tourny
There has been a change of venue for the August tournament. Houston National will be the location. Practice discount information will be posted as soon as we have that info.
Posted: 07.18.07, 6:39 pm
Golf Secrets
101 golf secrets.
Posted: 07.15.07, 6:14 pm
Photos
Check out the photos from Woodforest.
Posted: 07.11.07, 12:31 am
July Tournament
Thanks to all for driving out to Woodforest for our July tournament. Once again we had a great turnout and some low scores considering the tough greens and wet conditions. Check back soon for tournament photos. Click here to view the results.
Be sure to join us for the August tournament at Blaketree National. Register here.
Posted: 07.08.07, 8:40 pm
VN Movie
Not your typical period VN film. Owl and the Sparrow from first time writer/director, Stephane Gauger is set in modern day VN. Currently showing at the LA Film Festival. Lets hope it makes it to a theater near you...
Posted: 06.25.07, 6:49 pm
Mizuno
Mizuno, the art of forging.
Posted: 06.24.07, 7:08 pm
VN Photos
Interactive photo essay by Magnum In Motion.
Posted: 06.17.07, 9:09 pm
Woodforest
Woodforest practice rounds is available to HVGA members starting one week before the tournament date (July 7th). Practice rate begins at 1pm. Contact the tournament coordinators If you have any questions..
Posted: 06.11.07, 7:47 pm
Las Vegas
The VGA Championship in Las Vegas is scheduled for August 4th and 5th. Learn more about VGA and tournament registration.
Posted: 06.05.07, 10:15 pm
Southwych
Another great HVGA tournament for this season! Some impressive scores turned in and another record turnout. Check back soon for some great photos from Southwych. Thanks for supporting HVGA.
Posted: 06.03.07, 1:01 am
HVGA Merchandise
HVGA merchandise available now...here.
Posted: 05.28.07, 6:29 pm
May Newsletter
Read the latest updates with the May newsletter.
Posted: 05.24.07, 9:46 pm
June Tourny
The June tourny will be held at Southwych G.C.. Take a moment to register if you haven't already done so.
Posted: 05.17.07, 7:31 pm
Good Stuff
T-shirts encapsulating the Vietnamese spirit.
Bunker Babes from Golf Punk.
Posted: 05.12.07, 12:10 am
Photos
Photos from the Wilderness is posted...
Posted: 05.11.07, 11:49 pm
VANG Golf Classic
The VANG Golf Classic is around the corner. So register soon!
Hope Initiative is proud to announce the Vietnamese-American National Gala (VANG) Golf Classic. Portion of the proceeds of this tournament will benefit Hope Initiative's orphans.
VANG is the premier gathering of Vietnamese Americans to celebrate professional achievements and community contributions from distinguished individuals and organizations.
Enjoy some golf, meet outstanding leaders within the national Vietnamese-American community, and help orphans back in Vietnam. Learn More.
Posted: 05.08.07, 7:29 pm
The Wilderness
Tournament results and Texas Cup standings are updated. Congrats to all the winners at The Wilderness... and to Nhan Tran for making HVGA history with a three-peat. Strong!
Posted: 05.05.07, 11:05 pm
2007/08 HVGA carry bag
To those that have inquired about the HVGA walking bag. They've arrived!... Make contact to reserve one.
Posted: 04.23.07, 7:05 pm
Practice Rounds
The deadline to sign up for our May 5th tournament is May 1st at 5:00 PM. A BBQ lunch will be served after the tournament... So make sure to stick around.
HVGA practice rounds at The Wilderness GC:
Mon - Thur: $35, Fri - Sun: $45. (Mention you are an HVGA member playing a practice round.)
Posted: 04.23.07, 7:05 pm
Free MAXFLI Balls
Get a Free Tour Fire 2-Ball Pack
Posted: 04.19.07, 7:30 am
May Tournament
The venue for the May 5 tournament has been changed to The Wilderness. Please take a moment to register if you've not already done so.
Posted: 04.18.07, 8:15 pm
Cypresswood Results and Photos
View the tournament results... And Photos.
Posted: 04.17.07, 12:16 am
Cypresswood
Wow, what a great turnout for the second tournament of the season! Congratulations to all the winners.
It's great to see everyone excited about playing competitive golf. I can already sense the fierce competition this season. Thanks to all the members for coming out... Especially the ones who travel long distances each month to play with HVGA.
Check back soon for updates on TX Cup standings and lots of photos from Cypresswood and the crawfish boil. Don't forget to sign-up for the next tournament at Houston National.
Check out the new wallpaper.... More coming soon.
Posted: 04.15.07, 7:33 pm
March Newsletter
Read the latest updates with the March newsletter. Also, don't forget to RSVP with Ha Van if you plan to attend the HVGA annual crawfish boil(and BBQ) on April 14th....festivities will start around 4pm.
Please, register early for the next tournament at Cypresswood (Cypress course). Registration deadline is April 11th. Practice rounds are $30+tax after 12pm.
Posted: 03.27.07, 10:35 pm
Journey from the Fall
Inspired by the true stories of Vietnamese refugees who fled their land after the fall of Saigon-and those who were forced to stay behind, Journey From The Fall follows one family?s struggle for freedom.
View trailer and info.
Posted: 03.23.07, 12:00 pm
HVGA Carry Bag
HVGA would like to get some feedback as to what color combination is preferred if you are interested in a HVGA carry bag. We hope to have the bag ordered by the first of April. Any feedback is appreciated.... There will be a limited number of bags ordered. So if you're interested, please reserved one.
View bags
Let us know what you think or if you would like to reserve a bag.
Posted: 03.22.07, 10:30 pm
Vietnamese Pho Chain Takes on U.S. Competition
As KFC and other American fast-food chains expand their presence in Vietnam, a local entrepreneur is trying to blunt the Americans' growth by beating them at their own game.
In just four years, Ly Qui Trung, founder of Pho24, has built up his noodle chain to more than 50 stores in Vietnam and overseas. Read more.
Posted: 03.21.07, 7:00 am
Women's Golf in Vietnam
Tee Off
Posted: 03.14.07, 1:00 am
Oakhurst
Thanks to all who participated in our first tournament of 2007 at Oakhurst. You can view the results by visiting the Tournaments page.
Photos from the tournament is posted on the Photos pages. Also, don't forget to sign up for the April tournament at Cypresswood.
Posted: 03.05.07, 12:00 am
Rescheduled - Third Annual Putting Fore the Future Tournament
Due to poor weather Hope Initiative have rescheduled the Third Annual Putting Fore the Future Tournament to Friday March 16th, 2007 with a shotgun start at noon.
Registration has been reopened online.
Posted: 02.27.07, 10:30 pm
USGA Announces Two New Equipment Proposals Regarding Grooves And Adjustability Of Golf Clubs
The United States Golf Association has introduced two proposals to change the Rules governing golf clubs. The first proposal would introduce new regulations for grooves. The second
proposal calls for a relaxed standard concerning the adjustable features of woods and irons. read more
Posted: 02.27.07, 7:30 pm
Shell Houston Open
The $99 Shell Houston Open Golf Nut Package is nearing a sellout. Get two all-week tournament passes (a $150 value), plus a logo shirt and cap delivered to your door by Federal Express.
Visit www.shellhoustonopen.com/golfnut.cfm to see the product and make the purchase with your
major credit card. Choice of men's or women's shirt and headwear. Supplies limited.
Posted: 02.23.07, 7:30 am
HVGA tournaments
To make the tournaments more competitive this year, HVGA has implemented a cut off line in both flights as followed:
1. A flight ceiling handicap cut off is 15. If you are a 16 and in A, HVGA will cap you at 15, but the course HCP adjustment can be applied, thus you might be a 16-17 for the tourney
depending on the course rating.
2. B flight ceiling handicap cut off is 30. If you are a 34 and in B, HVGA will cap you at 30, but the course HCP adjustment can be applied, thus you might be a 31-34 for the tourney
depending on the course rating.
3. There is a ceiling cut off, but not a base cut off. Meaning if I am a 16 and play in B, after the first tourney I shot 5 under net. HVGA apply the 10%, my new HCP is now a 13. We
need to make sure that the new 13 HCP stands. It does not get cap off at 15. The B player will now have a 13 HCP for the next tourney, but with the course adjustment, he might be
back to a 14-16 depending on course rating.
In-addition:
- Guest can only win contest holes.
- New Member(paid membership fee), can only win NET on the 3rd tourney, can win GROSS on 1st tourney and contest holes. Will have HCP established after 2nd tourney.
- Members who did not play last year, but is returning this year is considered a "new member" - return members from previous year, have an establish HCP, can win NET and GROSS and contest holes.
Posted: 02.22.07, 11:30 pm
2007 is the Year of the Pig (boar)
Happy new year! Hope to see everyone again at the first tournament; Oakhurst Golf Club. Click here to rigister. Deadline is Feb. 24th.
Posted: 02.17.07, 12 am
HVGA Committee Meeting Minutes - January 2007
Read more.
Posted: 02.08.07, 9:30 pm
HVGA First tournament March 3rd 2007
HVGA opening season tournament will be held on March 3rd 2007 at Oakhurst Golf Club. Dead line for sign up is
February 24th. Click here to sign up or you can either contact me at 832-464-3593 or Minh (TINY) Nguyen at 979-204-9429
directly. Please let us know if you have any questions.
Thanks, Ha Van
Posted: 02.07.07, 9:26 pm
Third Annual Hope Initiative's "Putting Fore the Future" Charity Golf Tournament
It's that time of year again! You are cordially invited to Hope Initiative's Third Annual "Putting Fore the Future" charity golf tournament. As you may already know from your past experience
with us, it is a lot of fun and all proceeds from this tournament will benefit Vietnamese orphanages overseas.
This year, our tournament will be held on February 24th, 2007 at the Houston National Golf Club which features 27 championship holes designed by Von Hagge, Smelek & Baril, playable in three
eighteen hole combinations.
For info and registration, please visit www.hionline.org.
Posted: 02.01.07, 9:17 pm
My name is Minh aka TINY
Hey guys.
For those of you that don't know me, my name is Minh aka TINY. Allen along with myself are the 2007 HVGA tournament coordinators. Justin is updating the HVGA website as we speak and should
be complete with the tentative tournament schedule among other things. It looks good so far. I don't know about the picture of himself as the front page. please do keep in mind, while I am
unable to satisfy everyone in where and when they would like to play, I have made an attempt to find courses that are 1) affordable, 2) great condition, 3) within 100 miles haha. Our first
tournament is set at Oakhurst in Porter, Texas formerly known as Bentwood. Be looking forward to going back to Cypresswood in April and Woodforest in May. Below are the practice round rates
at Oakhurst for all current and prospective HVGA members. Make sure you mention this in the pro shop when you are paying for my green fee.
Practice round rates from January 24 - March 2, 2007
Weekdays $29 anytime
Weekends $49 am - 1pm and $29 after 1pm
A-Flight - 7002 yards from back tees
B-Flight - 6242 yards one from the back
Oakhurst Golf Club
20700 Mills Branch Drive
Porter, Texas 77365
www.oakhurstgolfclub.com
Posted: 01.25.07, 10:18 pm |
