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Hamilton Spectator
3 hours ago
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
World blind golf championship coming to Simcoe
The best blind golfers in the world will tee off in Norfolk County next month as the International Blind Golf Association world championship comes to Simcoe. 'It's very exciting,' said tournament organizer Hugh Montgomery of Simcoe, who is busy preparing to welcome competitors from 15 countries to the Greens at Renton Golf and Country Club from Aug. 6 to 8. 'We've got golfers from Australia, South Africa, Mexico and Europe coming to Simcoe,' said Montgomery, who is vice-president of Ontario Blind Golf and a board member with Blind Golf Canada. In this file photo from the 2022 Canadian Blind Golf Open, coach Lori Smith explains ball position to golfer Hugh Montomery of Simcoe as he practises on the driving range. Montgomery is lead organizer of this year's provincial, national and international blind golf championship tournaments, all taking place in Simcoe during the first week of August. The world championship is held every two years, with the most recent edition taking place in South Africa and the 2027 tournament heading to Spain. This year's championship will feature 56 golfers, each with a guide on the course to describe the topography and help line up their shots. Golfers compete in different categories based on how well they can see. Montgomery, for example, is a B3 golfer, as he still has about 10 per cent of his peripheral vision after losing most of his sight to macular degeneration. There are separate divisions for golfers with up to five per cent of their sight and those who are 'profoundly blind.' 'We have single-digit handicaps, we have mid-handicaps,' Montgomery said. 'If you've got somebody who's profoundly blind who can shoot 110, to me that's pretty good golf.' Building on their experience hosting the Canadian blind golf championships at the Greens at Renton in 2022, Montgomery's small team of volunteers is planning three tournaments at once, all taking place during the first week of August. Ontario's provincial championship runs Aug. 1 and 2 with a field of 34 golfers, including Ray Staats from Hamilton and local players from Haldimand-Norfolk. The Canadian Open, on from Aug. 3 to 5, will see 68 competitors vie for the national men's and women's titles. 'The team's pumped,' Montgomery said. 'As any big event comes closer, your anxiety factor goes up. But once everybody's here, I think it'll be good.' To ease that anxiety, organizers are still looking for volunteers to load golf carts with clubs, act as spotters at each hole and provide other assistance as needed on the course. Ideally, Montgomery said, those volunteers would have some golf experience, but there are other tasks that would befit people who want to help but don't know a birdie from a bogey, such as setting up the daily 8:30 a.m. breakfast or getting golfers and guides to and from their hotels. Anyone interested in volunteering, or organizations that would like to sponsor a hole on the course for $300, can email Blind golf is a relatively young sport in Canada — the first Canadian Open was held in 1997 — but Montgomery said interest is growing, with some golfers in their 20s and 30s recently joining the ranks. 'We've picked up some young players, which is good,' he said, noting Blind Golf Canada has about 60 active golfers. 'Which sounds small, but we grew from 30-something (participants) 15 years ago. So it's progressing,' he said. Montgomery hopes hosting the world championship in Canada will raise the sport's profile even more and hopefully spark an interest in blind or partially sighted athletes of all ages. 'Golf is a catalyst to allow people with a seeing-related disability the opportunity to get together, get out and socialize,' he said. 'It brings us together from not only Ontario and Canada, but around the world.' Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
CoStar Group Names Grant Montgomery as National Director of Multifamily Analytics
ARLINGTON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--CoStar Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: CSGP), a leading provider of online real estate marketplaces, information, analytics, and 3D digital twin technology in the property markets, announced today the appointment of Grant Montgomery as National Director of Multifamily Analytics. The hire will augment the company's already powerful analytics across the U.S. multifamily sector, adding value for CoStar Group clients and the commercial real estate industry as a whole. In his new role, Montgomery will serve as CoStar Group's industry-facing representative for the multifamily sector, delivering the company's data-driven perspective and outlook on the market. As CoStar Group's subject matter expert on all multifamily themes, trends, and topics, Montgomery will use his extensive knowledge to uphold CoStar Group's commitment to providing quality analytics and insights for clients and the industry. 'We are thrilled to have Grant, a demonstrated, multi-faceted researcher, leader and strategic advisor, join the team,' said Galina Alexeenko, Vice President, CoStar Group Market Analytics. 'Grant's vast experience in real estate research and operations, coupled with CoStar's unparalleled multifamily data and analytics, will provide our clients with insights into the multifamily market's key trends and developments. We welcome this outstanding addition to CoStar Group's analytics team.' Montgomery joins CoStar Group with more than 25 years of real estate research and consulting experience. Previously serving as Vice President of Research for Elme Communities, Montgomery led the development of strategic quantitative market analysis that supported the company's transformation into a multifamily REIT, directly influencing portfolio strategies. Prior to his time at Elme, he served as Senior Vice President and Apartment Practice Director at Delta Associates, delivering critical insights into market conditions to developers, lenders, and public agencies. Montgomery is a frequent speaker at industry events on multifamily market conditions. About CoStar Group CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP) is a global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, online marketplaces, and 3D digital twin technology. Founded in 1986, CoStar Group is dedicated to digitizing the world's real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights, and connections that improve their businesses and lives. CoStar Group's major brands include CoStar, a leading global provider of commercial real estate data, analytics, and news; LoopNet, the most trafficked commercial real estate marketplace; the leading platform for apartment rentals; and the fastest-growing residential real estate marketplace. CoStar Group's industry-leading brands also include Matterport, a leading spatial data company whose platform turns buildings into data to make every space more valuable and accessible, STR, a global leader in hospitality data and benchmarking, Ten-X, an online platform for commercial real estate auctions and negotiated bids and OnTheMarket, a leading residential property portal in the United Kingdom. CoStar Group's websites attracted over 141 million average monthly unique visitors in the second quarter of 2025, serving clients around the world. Headquartered in Arlington, Virginia, CoStar Group is committed to transforming the real estate industry through innovative technology and comprehensive market intelligence. From time to time, we plan to utilize our corporate website as a channel of distribution for material company information. For more information, visit
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Alabama State University Partners with Scout to Empower Student-Athletes with Financial Tools and Support
First SWAC institution to adopt Scout's full platform — bringing innovation, impact, and long-term empowerment to a proud HBCU community. MONTGOMERY, Ala., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alabama State University is continuing its tradition of leadership in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), becoming the first program in the conference to partner with Scout, a financial technology company committed to athlete empowerment and education. Through this collaboration, Alabama State will offer its student-athletes Scout's full suite of services, including revenue-share distribution, cap management tools, personalized financial literacy training, and a secure mobile wallet app to help players manage taxes, savings, LLC formation, and more. But the partnership goes beyond product delivery — it represents a shared commitment to equity, access, and long-term opportunity. "We are excited to partner with Scout, a thought leader in the NIL space." Said Dr. Jason Cable VP & Director of Athletics. "As we enter the new landscape of Division 1 Athletics, it is important that we align with innovative partners that provide seamless solutions to student-athlete benefits. Scout is one of the best in the business in doing just that." Head Football Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. added, "We want our guys to win on the field and in life. That means building a foundation they can carry with them for decades — and that's exactly what Scout brings to the table." "As an HBCU, Alabama State stands for excellence, legacy, and empowerment — and at Scout, we see ourselves as partners in that mission," said Michael Haddix, CEO and Founder of Scout. "We're proud to be working with ASU to bring innovation to a storied conference, while supporting the athletes and departments that make it all possible." "We look at NIL differently at Scout — for us, it means Name, Image… Lifetime." About ScoutScout is an innovative financial technology company built specifically for athletes. Combining education, one-on-one support, and a mobile app, Scout helps student-athletes navigate taxes, savings, LLC formation, and investment planning. Its customizable revenue distribution platform serves athletic departments, coaches, and athletes in today's evolving college sports environment. Learn more at Media Inquiries: media@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Scout
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Alabama State University Partners with Scout to Empower Student-Athletes with Financial Tools and Support
First SWAC institution to adopt Scout's full platform — bringing innovation, impact, and long-term empowerment to a proud HBCU community. MONTGOMERY, Ala., July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alabama State University is continuing its tradition of leadership in the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC), becoming the first program in the conference to partner with Scout, a financial technology company committed to athlete empowerment and education. Through this collaboration, Alabama State will offer its student-athletes Scout's full suite of services, including revenue-share distribution, cap management tools, personalized financial literacy training, and a secure mobile wallet app to help players manage taxes, savings, LLC formation, and more. But the partnership goes beyond product delivery — it represents a shared commitment to equity, access, and long-term opportunity. 'We are excited to partner with Scout, a thought leader in the NIL space.' Said Dr. Jason Cable VP & Director of Athletics. 'As we enter the new landscape of Division 1 Athletics, it is important that we align with innovative partners that provide seamless solutions to student-athlete benefits. Scout is one of the best in the business in doing just that.' Head Football Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. added, 'We want our guys to win on the field and in life. That means building a foundation they can carry with them for decades — and that's exactly what Scout brings to the table.' 'As an HBCU, Alabama State stands for excellence, legacy, and empowerment — and at Scout, we see ourselves as partners in that mission,' said Michael Haddix, CEO and Founder of Scout. 'We're proud to be working with ASU to bring innovation to a storied conference, while supporting the athletes and departments that make it all possible.' 'We look at NIL differently at Scout — for us, it means Name, Image… Lifetime.' About Scout Scout is an innovative financial technology company built specifically for athletes. Combining education, one-on-one support, and a mobile app, Scout helps student-athletes navigate taxes, savings, LLC formation, and investment planning. Its customizable revenue distribution platform serves athletic departments, coaches, and athletes in today's evolving college sports environment. Learn more at Media Inquiries: [email protected] View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Scout
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
David Montgomery Issues Bold 4-Word Moniker For Lions' 2025 Season
David Montgomery Issues Bold 4-Word Moniker For Lions' 2025 Season originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Detroit Lions have won back-to-back NFC North Division titles and cemented themselves as a Super Bowl contender over the past two seasons. Now, the Lions' forgotten man, David Montgomery, thinks it's time for Detroit to take another leap. Montgomery spoke with media over the weekend and took the opportunity to send a warning to the Lions' 2025 opponents with training camp underway and Detroit gearing up for what could be one of the most memorable and important seasons in franchise history. "The year of reckoning," Montgomery said to reporters about how he wants this season to be known. "We're tired of being close. It's cool to be close at first, but you don't want to get comfortable with being close all the time," he added. "You want to finish it. This is the year for us." The powerful Lions running back has found a home in Detroit where he has improved his durability and dependability alongside rising star Jahmyr Gibbs. Montgomery scored 12 touchdowns on the ground last season as Gibbs scored 16. Montgomery has scored double-digit touchdowns in back-to-back seasons with coach Dan Campbell's team. He also added 36 receptions for 341 yards as the Lions became one of the best offensive teams int he National Football League with Jared Goff behind center as the team's story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 21, 2025, where it first appeared.
