2001 NWS/Media Golf Outing

Once again, the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls held its annual NWS/Media Golf challenge at the Northern Links Golf Course.  September 27, 2001, was a fantastic day weather wise!  Temperatures in the middle 70s, light winds, and plenty of sun.  Amazing it was so nice since we organized the event!  All the participants stated they had a wonderful time and are looking forward to next year.

The pictures shown below are only a snapshot of what took place on the course.  There were many times I wished I had a video camera!  This event provides a way for the National Weather Service staff and the media to get to know each other better in a more informal setting.  It is hoped this event will continue to grow through the years!!

-- Todd Heitkamp - NWS Warning Coordination Meteorologist --

Scores
36* Todd Heitkamp (NWS)
42 Ben Davis (Mix 97.3)
44 Dan Collins (KIKN FM)
45 Greg Harmon (NWS)
Tony Peterson (PC Doctor)
47 Dan Bloom (NWS)
Don Beck (NWS)
Jeff Chapman (NWS)
49 Mike Gillispie (NWS)
51 Chad McKenzie (KELO AM)
Mike Henrickson (KWSN AM)
52 Kent Alberty (Akers)
55 Billy Williams (NWS)
56 JP Skelley (KORN Radio)
62 Jack Taylor (KELO AM)
?? Terry Wixon (NWS)
Prize Winners
Shortest Drive: Terry Wixon
Closest to Pin: Ben Davis
Longest Drive
in Fairway:
Jack Taylor
Longest Putt: Mike Henrickson

You can also check out the results from 2000.


* - Organized the event and took photos all day, so I think I can give myself a round of par golf!


2001 Golf Challenge Photos

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Dan Collins and Ben Davis ball hunting!
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Nice face, Dan!
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I think you forgot something, Ben!
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Mike Henrickson admiring his shot.
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Jack Taylor (in cart) and Kent Alberty
Something isn't quite right with this
picture - is it Kent?
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Greg Harmon showing how it's done!
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JP Skelley taking aim.
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We played golf and look who
showed up - Chad McKenzie
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Oh, boy...I'm two feet closer to the green!
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Nice form, Jack.
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Tony Peterson ready to let it fly.

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