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South Hills Golf Club held the 2021 Club Championships recently and has posted the results.

Adam O’Brien placed first in the Championship Flight with a 147. Matt Henry (148), Tyler Rhines (150) and Josh Arentz/Josh O’Brien (152) placed 2nd, 3rd and 4th respectively.

Chris Smith placed first in the First Flight with 160. 2nd went to Jerry Blickenstaff with a 161, 3rd to Rene Romero with a 162 and 4th to Marty Helwig with a 163.

PJ Kirkgaard placed first in the Second Flight with 169. 2nd went to Bob Lookenbill with a 170, 3rd to Westly Runkle with a 174 and there was a tie for 4th: Logan Mummert and Cary Garland with 177.

In the Ladies Club Championships, 1st Gross went to Ann Saum with a 97. Peg Wolf (104) and Jenn Weaver (106) were 2nd and 3rd.

1st Net went to Diana Leppo with a 69. Alicia Vonlossburg came in 2nd Net (77) and three tied for 3rd Net at 78: Sarah Morris, Chris Timmins and Felicia Miller.

Progress continues on the new building at South Hills that is set to be home of South Hanover’s upcoming restaurant/ event center. Having partnered with the Hospitality Management Corporation (HMC), owners of Hanover-area’s culinary staple The Altland House to manage food and beverage, South Hills has announced the new name of the establishment: Highland Taps & Tables. 

“We are excited to continue planning for next season,” said Kathryn Hoar, South Hills Golf Club’s owner. “We had a few setbacks so the building won’t be ready until December but we are set for a spring 2022 Grand Opening. HMC has been working on booking events for next spring and summer, so if you have a wedding, corporate event or party, be sure to reach out and get it scheduled.”

The building progress may have been delayed but the progress is evident from these photos:

“We look forward to providing great food in a casual atmosphere at Highland Taps & Tables,”  said Ryan Haugh of HMC. “We know everyone will love Hanover’s first “Pour Your Own” beer wall, too. The venue will be ready for any Highland Signature events by spring. We have booked several and look forward to booking many more.”

For more information on booking a Highland Signature Event, contact HMC Sales Manager, Jennifer Noel at 717-259-9535, extension 132 or highland@altlandhouse.com

Due to high winds, Kick Off FlingGolf Demo Day has been rescheduled to May 24 at 5 pm. For more about this exciting new addition to South Hills, visit: https://www.southhillsgc.com/flinggolf-a-new-way-to-enjoy-the-south-hills-course/

FlingGolf Demo Day Scheduled for Friday, April 30

HANOVER, PA – South Hills Golf Club is introducing FlingGolf, a new, alternative way to enjoy golf courses. It uses a specially designed FlingStick from New Swarm Sports and a regulation golf ball. Instead of hitting the ball with a club, players use a single FlingStick to shape every shot from tee to hole. One stick for the tee, fairway AND green.

What is FlingGolf?

FlingGolf can be played alongside regular golfers, making it appealing for beginners, families or frustrated golfers. The pace of play tends to be a bit faster than regular golf as there’s no need to switch clubs during the course of play.  The patented FlingStick is an all-in-one piece of equipment enabling players to fling the ball for distance and putt the ball for play on the green. 

FlingGolf was created and is promoted by New Swarm Sports, based in Amesbury, Massachusetts. It is a sport in which members of all ages and athletic capabilities can engage and enjoy the course. And because it can be played alongside traditional golf, even in the same foursome, FlingGolf is bringing friends and families out to play together.

Kick Off FlingGolf Demo Day and First Timer Special

“We’re excited to bring FlingGolf to South Hills this season and look forward to attracting players to the course,” said Rob Ehrhart, Course GM. “As an introductory we have FlingSticks available for use for no charge, $3 off the round and a FREE small bucket of balls for first timers.  Picking up the sport is pretty easy to learn and throughout the season we will be providing some demo days and clinics on our range. Our Kickoff FlingGolf Demo Day on April 30 at 5 p.m. with a rain date of May 1, so come out and give it a try!” 

FlingGolf continues to grow in popularity on courses all over the world.  It’s easy to play and easy for course owners to implement as no course modification is needed.  Check out FlingGolf.com to find out more about the sport, learn some fling techniques and shop for the latest FlingSticks. 

About New Swarm FlingGolf

New Swarm Sports is the creator of FlingGolf – a young sport played seamlessly on any golf course where players use the company’s patented FlingStick to hurl a golf ball and shape every shot from the tee box to the cup.  There are no changes necessary for course managers and PGA Pros, and being family friendly, FlingGolf can be played in the same foursome as golfers. Having been played on over 1000 courses world-wide, FlingGolf is wooing another generation of players and offering additional sources of revenue to golf courses every day.  New Swarm’s FlingStick is revitalizing golf courses with a new generation of players, just as snowboarding revolutionized ski resorts in the 1990s.  To learn more, visit FlingGolf.com.

Wednesday Night 2 Man League:

As South Hills Golf Club begins demolition on the old building and works toward a new building set to house a bar/restaurant/events venue, they are looking for a name.

“We have worked hard to create a concept that will capitalize on our beautiful scenery, complement our golf course and provide a fun dining experience with great food and libations,” said Kathryn Hoar, South Hills Owner. “We thought the residents of the Hanover-area would have some fun ideas as we search for the right name for our venue.”

In order to enter the contest, email your idea to proshop@southhillsgc.com. South Hills will not take ideas posted on social media. E-mail entries only.

If South Hills chooses your name, the winner will receive a gift certificate to enjoy as they please…perhaps as one of the first to sample the “Pour Your Own Beer Wall!”

The new bar/restaurant/events venue launches in Spring 2021 with Hospitality Management Corporation (HMC), owners of Hanover-area’s culinary staple The Altland House partnered to manage food and beverage. 

For questions, email proshop@southhillsgc.com

DEMOLITION OF OLD SOUTH HILLS BUILDING BEGINNING AT END OF MONTH, AUCTION PREVIEW SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 

South Hills Golf Club is set to demolish their current building and construct a brand-new facility that will house a restaurant and events space.  South Hills has partnered with the Hospitality Management Corporation (HMC), owners of Hanover-area’s culinary staple The Altland House to manage food and beverage.  All items in the clubhouse and kitchen will be up for grabs at a public auction on Thursday, October 22 at 9 a.m. sharp.  A preview day is scheduled for Sunday, October 18 from 1 to 3 p.m. 

South Hills Golf Club has been focused on refining a great golf experience for the residents of Hanover and the surrounding areas, including adding a new putting green near the driving range.  The launch of the new facility is the culmination of a lot of planning and effort to provide a place everyone will enjoy whether you golf or not.

“We are so excited about the project,” enthused Kathryn Hoar, owner of South Hills Golf Club. “We’ve worked diligently to design a facility that capitalizes on our location and scenery and complements the golf course. Working with the HMC has been a very collaborative process and we can’t wait to share the final result with the public. It will be the kind of place you’ll want to visit with your family whether you’re a golfer or not! Great food, beautiful views, and live music year-round!

The public auction will be conducted by PA OnSite Auction Company to clear out the building for demolition.  Everything from kitchen equipment to furniture to the fireplace mantle is available.  Click here more detailed info on the auction.

South Hills will be open for golf during the construction and asks that you bear with them through the duration of the project.  A temporary trailer building will house the ProShop for the essentials.  Portable toilets will also be available.   

The new restaurant/bar will be the ninth South Central PA location operated under HMC and is slated for a Spring 2021 opening.  The location will seat 125 and will feature the Hanover-area’s first Self Pour Beer Wall.  Customers will enjoy the freedom to sample and refill at their leisure, spending more time socializing, less time waiting.  Menu will consist of Classic Pub Fare with Chef-influenced specials.  

The Wedding & Event venue will be available to host 10 to 200 people.  The space will be the perfect place to hold everything from weddings to golf outings to corporate meetings and events.

“Hospitality Management is excited to have the opportunity to bring our culinary skills in both the restaurant and the catering of events to South Hanover,” said Ryan Haugh, Owner of HMC.  “South Hills Golf Course has a long-standing tradition of quality golf in the area.  We look forward to providing great food in a casual atmosphere and introducing Hanover to its first “Pour Your Own” beer wall.” 

Food and Beverage questions: email:  ryan_haugh@altlandhouse.com or call 717-259-9535

Golf Course questions:  Contact the ProShop:  email:  proshop@southhillsgc.com or call (717) 637-7500 

The Silver Run-Union Mills Lions Club will hold their PDG John W. Hopkins Memorial Golf Tournament at South Hills on Friday, September 11, 2020.

ALL PROCEEDS USED TO BENEFIT family and community needs, youth organizations, local fire departments, Johns Hopkins Low Vision Research, Leader Dog Program, Maryland Eye Bank, glasses and hearing aids for the needy.

Cost is $95.00 per golfer, which includes green fees, cart, 1 bucket of practice balls, continental breakfast, lunch, sodas, beer, water and prizes. A buffet lunch, consisting

of pulled pork, chicken and tuna salad sandwiches, coleslaw, macaroni salad, and lunch buffet served by South Hills. The event will be held rain or shine, unless the course is rendered unplayable due to rain or COVID-19. The current rain/COVID-19 date is 25 September 2020.

To play or sponsor, download the event registration forms.

Sponsor Form
Player Registration Form

In accordance with the recent announcement from the Governor that May 1 there will be statewide reopening of limited outdoor recreational activities including golf, South Hills will reopen May 1 at 6 a.m.  South Hills has posted a list of the restrictions and guidelines golfers must follow in order to play safely during COVID-19.  The Operational Precautions and Restrictions include aspects regarding hours, tee times, club house, payment, course play, snack bar and status of leagues. Read the entire announcement here.

South Hills strives to do all necessary to keep everyone safe and enjoying the outdoor activity of golf.  For questions or concerns please contact the ProShop at 717-637-7500 ext. 1.