STOUGHTON - After a cancelled season in 2020, the Stoughton Golf Club was grateful to have a busy year in 2021.
Now 2022 is here and the weather does not seem to want to co-operate. According to the Weather Network another system could head to the southeast, bringing snow and/or rain.
Although the moisture-filled snow is essential after last year’s dry spells, it will set back the opening of the golf club. It has opened as early as April 15 in other years, but that will not be the case this year.
According to board member Chris White, a great deal of things needs to happen before this opening can occur.
The club is community owned and opened in 1996. A board of six members keep this golf club running smoothly and efficiently.
White said, “The grounds will need time to dry out, and the tarps removed.”
“The grass will need some time to grow and then trimmed to the proper height before eager golfers can enjoy it.”
The golf club relies on the weather to co-operate with them for a successful year.
The nine-hole, grass-green course is one of a number in the area and has much to offer for all ages. Tuesday nights is for women, and Wednesday nights is set aside for men. They might add a couple’s night, but that is not set as of yet. Another event they may hold is a women’s fun night. Each team will dress up in costumes of their choice to add to the fun.
If you do not golf and want to try it, the Stoughton Golf Club has rentals of clubs and also golf carts if you do not feel like walking.
The new ice cream parlor was a big hit for its first opening last year. They served milk shakes and hard ice cream, which included a choice of regular cones or waffle cones.
“The back of the parlor is the clubhouse, and is fully licensed for cold beverages,” said White.
The club will hold three or four tournaments a year: one for membership, a Harvest Classic, and an open tournament. White said, “It’s possible that another tournament may be attached to the schedule if time allows.”
White stated, “It is hoped to find a qualified instructor for the youth, aged six to 16.” They are still looking for one, so if you are qualified and interested, please contact the Stoughton Golf Club.
The new seasonal manager is Morgan Konjolka. She will oversee all happenings at the grounds throughout the season.
Darlene Bowen is the groundskeeper. Bowen has the experience to maintain and keep the grounds in tip top shape.
Once the snow disappears and the club can be open, the hours will run from 8 a.m. until dusk. They will remain open till September or October, weather permitting.
White said, “They look forward to another busy year on the greens.”
