MEDIA ADVISORY For more information:
Adam Frillman – (314) 443-2458 – adam@360sportsmarketing.com
Scott Hovis – shovis@mogolf.org
Missouri Golf Association and Drury Hotels
Team Up in 2009
(Jefferson City, MO – February 12, 2009) The Missouri Golf Association has announced a partnership with Drury Hotels for its 2009 season. Drury Hotels will be the Official Hotel Sponsor of the MGA, providing discounted hotel rooms throughout the year to the MGA Players at the various locations statewide and special pricing to all MGA Members that choose Drury Hotels for their personal or business travel throughout the year. Anyone using a Drury Hotel can use the Promo Code, ‘MGA’, while booking online (www.druryhotels.com) or on the phone to receive promotional pricing and a percentage of the proceeds will provide support to the Missouri Golf Association.
“We are excited to work with Drury in 2009 because of their history in the state of Missouri and their commitment to excellence. The MGA strives to provide an outstanding experience through our tournament venues and administration, now we can offer that same level of experience with our lodging partner to complement the event for our players and families.”
- MGA Executive Director, Scott Hovis
"Drury Hotels is a proud supporter of the Missouri Golf Association and excited to announce our official hotel sponsor status with this dynamic organization. We look forward to accommodating the players and the followers of the MGA as they travel and enjoy this great sport." - Eric Strand, VP of Sales & Marketing for Drury Hotels
About The Missouri Golf Association (MGA) www.mogolf.org
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WHAT IS THE MGA?
The Missouri Golf Association is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf throughout the State of Missouri.
WHAT DOES THE MGA DO?
Date back to 1905; our Directors have devoted their time and effort to advance the great game of golf in all corners of our state. With the help of its Member Clubs, the MGA works to keep the game great by providing the services described below.
STATEWIDE CHAMPIONSHIPS
The MGA conducts several statewide championships each year. These include the Senior Series, Father/Son, Senior Four-Ball, Amateur, Junior Amateur, Junior Amateur Match Play, Amateur Stroke Play, Ozark Junior Challenge Cup Matches, Four-Ball, Senior Amateur, Mid-Amateur, Junior Team and the Hieronymus Cup Match. These events are open to all amateur golfers in Missouri who meet eligibility requirements.
HANDICAP SYSTEMS
The MGA, in conjunction with the USGA, offers the GHIN (Golf Handicap and Information network) Member Service, which is used by over 250 golf courses in the State of Missouri. GHIN currently services 65 State and Regional Golf Associations with over two million golfers. This national network enables golfers of differing abilities to compete on an equitable basis.
COURSE RATING AND MEASURING
The MGA is authorized to rate and measure golf courses statewide in accordance with USGA guidelines. This service is available to member clubs and courses.
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About Drury Hotels www.druryhotels.com
The Drury Inn & Suites brand has recently been recognized for the third consecutive year by J.D. Power and Associates for "Highest in Guest Satisfaction Among Mid-Scale Hotel Chains With Limited Service" in the firm's 2008 North America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Index Studysm. J.D. Power and Associates is a global marketing information firm that represents the voice of the customer.
Drury Hotels is a Missouri-based, family-owned and operated hotel system with 130 hotels in 19 states from Arizona to North Carolina and from Texas to Michigan. Brands include Drury Inn & Suites, Drury Inn, Drury Plaza Hotels, Drury Suites, Pear Tree Inn by Drury, as well as other hotels in the mid-price hotel segment. For a complete listing of all Drury hotels or for reservations, visit www.druryhotels.com or call 1-800-DRURYINN. |
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