New Preston, Connecticut (June 18, 2026) – At the Lake Waramaug Country Club Siderowf Division One Day presented by Chris Cote’s Golf Shop the titles were won by Jim Ezold and Richard Stevens.
Ezold and Stevens both carded 3-over 73s to earn a one shot victory over third place finisher John Svetz (+4).
Ezolds day was highlighted by birdies on Nos. 7 and 16, which on the nine hole course was the same hole on both trips around. Meanwhile, Stevens, a two-time Connecticut Senior Amateur winner, recorded bidies on Nos. 1 and 12.
The top-five was rounded out by Bill Hermanson, Dean Godek, and Ronald Soccoli in a tie for fourth at 5-over.
In the Net Division Svetz (-4) earned the title by one shot over runner-up Frank Odowd (-3). Tim Hislop and Stevens shared third at 1-under while Kevin Quarantello was fifth at level-par.
About the Connecticut State Golf Association
The Connecticut State Golf Association functions as an extension of the USGA and provides stewardship for amateur golf in Connecticut. Founded in 1899, it is the country’s oldest state golf association and conducts over 60 Championships, Qualifiers, and One Day Tournaments throughout the year.
