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Langdon Farms Honored as The #1 Course To Host A Tournament Or Corporate Event For The Fifth Year In A Row By Readers of The Portland Business Journal
Popular course was also the highest ranked Oregon Course in Ranking of Top Public Courses and included in the top 10 most challenging courses.
The uniquely themed Langdon Farms Golf Club was honored once again by the Readers of the Portland Business Journal as the “#1 Course in Oregon To Host A Tournament or Corporate Event.” The annual ranking is determined by surveys of readers of Portland Business Journal and was published in their 2009 Book of Lists. Langdon Farms ranked ahead of notables such as Sunriver Resort, Pumpkin Ridge and Bandon Dunes to name a few. This marks the fifth consecutive year Langdon Farms topped all others in this category of the best courses to hold a golf tournament or corporate event.
The John Fought-Bob Cupp design at Langdon Farms also was ranked #2 in the Journal’s ranking of the top Public Courses and was highest ranked course in Oregon included on this prestigious listing. Readers also ranked Langdon Farms amongst in the top ten most challenging courses in the region.
“On behalf of Langdon Farms Golf Club we both want to sincerely thank readers of the Portland Business Journal and all of the loyal patrons of Langdon Farms Golf Club for honoring us as the #1 course to host corporate events and tournaments and as the top public course in Oregon,” stated Chris and Tom Maletis co-owners of Langdon Farms Golf Club.
“Congratulations to the entire team at Langdon Farms for achieving this honor.” stated David Goff vice president of operations for OB Sports Golf Management (the management company overseeing operations at Langdon Farms). “Last year alone Langdon’s team of event experts hosted over 135 golf tournaments and nearly 100 banquets, meetings and/or weddings. Clearly the team truly gives each event planner personalized service and support that is second to none - creating successful and memorable events that consistently exceed the expectations of all involved,” added Goff.
Rated four out of five stars by Golf Digest’s Best Places To Play for 2009, Langdon Farms Golf Club is home to 18 holes of stunning golf designed by John Fought and Robert Cupp. Langdon Farms Golf Club opened to rave reviews in 1995 and immediately became a favorite in the Portland area. Over the years, the local, regional and even national golf writers have consistently recognized it as a truly unique golf experience. The "Big Red Barn" Clubhouse, winner of Golf Inc’s "Best New Clubhouse" for 1996, was modeled after the original barn on Mr. Langdon's farm. The original barn, built in 1916, actually comes into play down the left side of the 8th hole. The Big Red Barn clubhouse, creative signage, theme development, and links-style golf course design and maintenance elements have all contributed to the exceptional reputation of Langdon Farms. The golf facility is open, as displayed at the entrance, to the “PUBLIC ONLY” and specializes in hosting tournaments, outings and special events. For more information on Langdon Farms Golf Club, to reserve a tee time, or to book wedding, tournament, or special event, call: 503.678.GOLF (4653). Or book tee times online at www.langdonfarms.com
Langdon Farms Golf Club is locally owned by Tom and Chris Maletis and is professionally managed by OB Sports Golf Management. OB Sports Golf Management is a diversified, golf-oriented company that currently manages 30 premier golf courses and country clubs throughout the United States. Known for its comprehensive and personalized services since 1972, OB Sports has become widely acclaimed as the leader in boutique-style golf course management. For more information about OB Sports Golf Management, visit www.obsports.com or call (480) 948-1300.
Safeway Classic Amateur Open Will Provide Guaranteed Spot in LPGA Tournament to Winner.
Tournament Golf Foundation (TGF), the organizers of the Safeway Classic Presented by Pepsi (Safeway Classic), announced a unique event that will guarantee a spot in the prestigious LPGA event to the winner of a one day amateur qualifying tournament.
The Safeway Classic Amateur Open will be held at Langdon Farms Golf Club in Aurora, OR (fifteen minutes south of Portland) on Saturday, August 2nd, beginning at 9:00 AM. Any woman amateur golfer with an established USGA handicap of 2.0 or less is eligible to compete.
The winner of the event will earn a guaranteed spot in the 54-hole Safeway Classic tournament proper to be held August 22-24, at Columbia Edgewater Country Club, in Portland. The second and third place finishers will earn spots in the tournament’s Monday qualifier to be held on Monday, August 18. The two low scores from the qualifier will also earn entry into the Safeway Classic.
According to Tom Maletis, President of Tournament Golf Foundation, “TGF has been a supporter of women’s golf in the Northwest over our 37 year history. With this event, we have begun to establish a tradition of offering amateurs a chance to play with the world’s best pros. One round and the winner gets to play in the Safeway Classic.” CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION
Langdon Farms Golf Club Appoints David Raper as General Manager
Langdon Farms Golf Club and OB Sports Golf Management are pleased to announce the appointment of David Raper as General Manager for Langdon Farms Golf Club in Portland, Oregon. David will direct all aspects of the facility operations including golf operations, food and beverage, agronomy, sales and marketing and instructional programming.
Prior to joining the team at Langdon Farms, David was the General Manager/Director of Golf at the OB Sports-managed Three Crowns Golf Club in Casper, Wyoming. Under David’s direction, Three Crowns Golf Club, garnered many awards and accolades including being ranked as one of “America’s Best New Courses” and as the “#2 Course in Wyoming” by Golfweek Magazine.
Prior to joining OB Sports, David served as the vice president of NPO development and national sales for Sharing Way LLC, a cause related marketing organization dedicated to helping non-profit organizations. In total, David amassed over 20 years of experience in the golf industry including serving as the afore mentioned General Manager at Three Crowns Golf Club (from 2005 – 2008) and for nine years (1994 – 2003) as the General Manager/Director of Golf at the ASU Karsten Golf Course in Tempe, Arizona. During his tenure at ASU Karsten, he was responsible for hosting such competitive tournaments such as 1992 Women’s NCAA Championship, NCAA West Regional for Men and Women, Pac 10 Championships for Men and Women and AJGA – PING Phoenix Junior Championship. David has also held head professional positions at University Ridge Golf Club, The Vistas at Westbrook Village and Sunnyside Country Club and the guest service manager/golf professional at Stonecreek Golf Club in Scottsdale, Ariz.
David has been a Class-A member of the Professional Golfers’ Association of America since 1988. He continues to develop professionally through ongoing training with the PGA Professional Development Program (PDP).
For more information on Langdon Farms Golf Club, to reserve a tee time, or to book wedding, tournament, or special event, call: 503.678.GOLF (4653). Or book tee times online at www.langdonfarms.com
OB Sports Returns To Langdon Farms Golf Club - Selected to Manage Popular Portland-area Club
OB Sports Golf Management returns to Langdon Farms Golf Club in Portland Oregon, having been selected to manage operations by course owners Chris and Tom Maletis. Ranked as the “#1 best course to hold a golf tournament or corporate event in Oregon” and as the “#2 public golf course in Oregon” (only behind Bandon Dunes) by the Portland Business Journal, Langdon Farms Golf Club is home to 18 holes of stunning golf designed by John Fought and Robert Cupp.
"When Tom and I purchased the course we wanted to be 100% hands-on and make Langdon Farms the best conditioned and best customer service public course in the northwest,” stated Chris Maletis, co-owner of Langdon Farms. “We believe we have achieved this and we feel OB Sports is the best management company capable of adding even greater value to the Langdon experience," added Maletis.
At Langdon Farms, OB Sports will manage all aspects of club operations including golf shop operations, food and beverage, guest services, group sales, marketing and turf care. OB will also provide comprehensive accounting and human resources services to the project.
The OB Sports team was involved at Langdon Farms in all phases of the project’s design, construction, theme development and management during the early years of the project. Furthermore, the corporate headquarters of OB Sports was located at Langdon Farms from 1995-1999.
“Langdon Farms is one of the true signature properties in the history of OB Sports”, states Orrin Vincent, CEO and founder of OB Sports. “We are extremely proud of its heritage, its many unique facets, and our many collective personal experiences there. We look forward to working with the Maletis brothers and together taking the project to new heights.” CLICK HERE TO VIEW COMPLETE RELEASE
For more information on Langdon Farms Golf Club, to reserve a tee time, or to book wedding, tournament, or special event, call: 503.678.GOLF (4653). Or book tee times online at www.langdonfarms.com
