Columnist: Fred Altvater

Fred AltvaterFred Altvater is a certified USGTF Level III Golf Instructor, who is the Publisher of the Ohio Golf Journal. He is also a radio show host for the Back 9 Report and has a Roku channel, also called the Back 9 Report.

He enjoys giving golf lessons that help golfer’s of every ability. During his hands-on lessons, he specializes in quickly assessing a golfer’s weakness and helping them correct it in a way that creates an immediate improvement in their game. Get his FREE 5 steps to taking strokes off your game online course with videos at Thought Leaders Online Courses.

Fred Altvater

Golf Tip: Do You Really Need to Hit a 300-Yard Drive?

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  • 1 Year ago
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By Fred Altvater If you watch golf equipment commercials on television, you would think everyone should be able to hit it 300 yards. The OPEN Championship contested last month at Royal Liverpool in England proved that long drives aren’t always the key to winning and posting low scores. While Rory, Jon Rahm and Scottie Scheffler […]
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Treetops to Host A Delightful Culinary Experience

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  • 1 Year ago
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By Fred Altvater Delicious Dining and Autumn Color Tour on the Jones Masterpiece Course at Treetops in October.   Treetops Resort is known for its five premier golf courses, but in October the Treetops culinary team led by Food & Beverage Director Greg Jones is celebrating Michigan’s most colorful season – autumn. Reservations are required […]
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Steve Stricker Wins AGAIN on Champions Tour in Akron

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  • 1 Year ago
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While the LPGA was in Toledo, the PGA Tour Champions was holding its third major of the year, The Senior PLAYERS Championship, at historic Firestone Country Club in Akron. The result, however, was the same as the first two, Steve Stricker took home the hardware. Bridgestone dropped their sponsorship of this event, now called the […]
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Treetops Continues To Grow & Improve

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  • 1 Year ago
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Treetops Resort has been one of the leading golf destinations in Northern Michigan for over 40 years. With four championship golf courses, plus the popular Threetops par 3, it has something for everyone. The natural sandhills, rolling terrain and forests provide the perfect landscape for these enjoyable courses. Barry Owens, General Manager of Treetops told […]
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Rains Can’t Dampen the Excitement At The Dana Open

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  • 1 Year ago
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Every year, since 1984, except for 1986 and 2011, Toledo has hosted an LPGA tournament. Formerly called the Jamie Farr Toledo Classic, then the LPGA Marathon Classic, the Dana Corporation assumed sponsorship rights in 2022. The Dana Open is one of the longest running events on the LPGA’s schedule and has generated over $13.7 million […]
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Miami Valley Golf Association Recognizes Daryl Nels

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  • 1 Year ago
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Daryl Nels has had a passion for golf for over 30 years. She has been an invaluable volunteer at Miami Valley Golf Association (MVGA) and has left her mark on the Ohio golfing community. Her involvement first began when she joined the Board of the Dayton District Women’s Golf Association (DDWGA) Course Rating Committee. Her […]
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Schaff & Reny To Be Recognized at Toledo Golf Hall of Fame Outing

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  • 1 Year ago
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The Toledo Golf Hall of Fame invites area golfers to the 25th annual Toledo Golf Hall of Fame outing, Monday, August. 28, at the Toledo Country Club. Steve Schaff will be inducted posthumously into the Hall of Fame, plus President and CEO of The First Tee of Lake Erie, Adam Reny will receive the Harbaugh […]
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Gianna Clemente & Avery Zweig Win USGA’s Women’s 4-Ball Championship

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  • 1 Year ago
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Originally from Warren, Ohio, Gianna Clemente and her partner, Avery Zweig, from Texas, became the youngest duo to win the U.S. Women’s Four-Ball Championship last month at the Home Course in DuPont, Washington. Clemente started off the year with a win at the South Atlantic Amateur (The Sally), one of the most prestigious women’s amateur […]
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Square Launcher Xccelerator Makes Golf Simple Again

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  • 2 Years ago
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Every golfer has several swing thoughts running through their heads when they hit the first tee. A multitude of swing tips seen in golf magazines and on television only tend to make the game even more complicated. Most golfers want to cut through the clutter and just need one, or two key thoughts on which […]
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The ‘Home of Golf’ Awaits Your Visit

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  • 1 Year ago
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By Brian Weis & Fred Altvater   If you are considering a trip to the ‘Home of Golf’ here are a few items that will help you plan your visit.   Golf The Old Course Everyone has seen the Old Course when the OPEN Championship is held there and dreams of visiting those hallowed grounds. […]
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