Golf Channel Tour kicks off at The Resort

COEUR d'ALENE - The Golf Channel Amateur Tour of Spokane/Coeur d'Alene kicked off the 2011 season recently with sunny skies and 70 degree temperatures at the famed Coeur d'Alene Resort Golf Course.

In the Sarazen Flight, Gary Rodgers of Sacramento fired a score of 90. His round included 5 pars and a birdie at the difficult 420 yard, par 4, No. 8 hole. Tour veteran, Gary Austin didn't have his best game with a final score of 97. Bob Rockwell of Pasco, Wash., had a round of 106.

The Hogan Flight champion was claimed by Roy Glisson with a final score of 87. Roy showed his consistency with a front nine 43 and a back nine of 44. Recent spotlight member, Doug Saty struggled on the greens with several lip-out putts for round of 97. With tongue in cheek, Doug claimed "the cups were cut a quarter-inch short."

In the Palmer Flight, Tad Gropp, a Tour veteran showed his experience with a round of 81. His round included eight pars and a birdie at No. 8. Billy Nelson could not get anything to fall on the greens with a round of 83. Tour rookie, Cory Dobak limped to clubhouse with a round of 87, but claimed 5 skins on the day.

"Even with a small field, the tournament was extremely fun" said Billy Nelson, "We had outstanding weather and great camaraderie amongst the guys. What a great experience, I am looking forward to Prairie Falls."

The Tour returns to action June 18 with the Great Northern Shootout at Prairie Falls Golf Course in Post Falls.

For full field scores, highlights and pictures, please visit www.gcamtour.com/spokane

Palmer Flight Results

1, Tad Gropp, 81. 2, Billy Nelson, 83. 3, Cory Dobak, 87.

Hogan Flight Results

1, Roy Glisson, 87. 2, Doug Saty, 97.

Sarazen Flight Results

1, Gary Rodgers, 90. 2, Gary Austin, 94. 3, Bob Rockwell, 106.