Tofield student wins bronze
Tofield School Grade 9 student Derek Liptak won bronze in the Battle River School Division (BRSD) Regional Golf Championship, the final event taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
“Derek Liptak’s placing in third is significant,” said Junior High Golf Coach, Cathy Brown. “He’s a local golfer who is very skilled and shows a promising future in golf.”
Brown added that in the past few years, there have been BRSD students who have won scholarships for large universities in the US.
“I believe that Liptak has the ability to win these scholarships,” Brown said. “I am very proud of what he has accomplished so far! It’s great that he’s from our small town!” Brown thanked Vern Kallal and the Tofield Golf Course for allowing the Junior High team to practice at their course for a discounted fee.
She added that because of this new golfers are joining, and that it takes a village, to help some of these programs continue.
For Liptak it was a sweet recognition.
“I have golfed for around four years,” said Liptak. “This was my first official time being part of a team. I really enjoyed it!” Liptak continued that his father was the reason he began golfing. . . . contd.
