Sun, Jul 12, 2026 · Event Recap
Eighteen and Counting!
Jeff Matvienko added another victory to his impressive record, winning the stroke play event at Flanders (Blue-White) last Sunday. Matvienko delivered a solid performance with a net score of 70, narrowly defeating Stephen George, who finished just one stroke behind with a net 71.
Feature
Jeff Matvienko secures victory with a net 70 at Flanders, edging out Stephen George by one stroke.
The Setup
Jeff Matvienko added another victory to his impressive record, winning the stroke play event at Flanders (Blue-White) on July 12, 2026. Matvienko delivered a solid performance with a net score of 70, narrowly defeating Stephen George, who finished just one stroke behind with a net 71.
The Winning Round
The competition was tight, with Jae Kim securing third place with a net 73, followed by John Catino at net 75, and Frank Garcia rounding out the top five with a net 76.
- 1Jeff MatvienkoWinner70
- 2Stephen George71
- 3Jae Kim73
- 4John Catino75
- 5Frank Garcia76
The Chase
Matvienko's skill was also on display in the closest-to-the-pin contests, winning on hole 3. Stephen George took the honors on hole 8, while John Catino claimed both holes 12 and 16.
In terms of Sica points, Matvienko led the pack with 100 points, followed by Stephen George with 90 points and Jae Kim with 80 points.
The scene at Flanders (Blue-White)
Photos from around the round at Flanders (Blue-White).
Spotlight
History Keeps Growing
Jeff Matvienko’s win at Flanders Blue-White was not just another Sunday result. It was career win number 18, extending his spot at the top of the Weekenders event wins list and adding another chapter to one of the club’s longest-running records.
The round also showed how tight the season remains behind him. Stephen George finished just one shot back, while Jae Kim shared low gross honors with Matvienko at 79. On a course where positioning mattered and mistakes were not exactly forgiven by the golf gods, the leaderboard stayed close enough to make every missed putt feel personal.
The record book is starting to move with every event now. Career wins, low gross marks, CTP totals, and season standings are all getting new entries as the summer stretch continues. That is the fun part of this point in the year: every round is no longer just a score, it is evidence.
From the President
“Congratulations once again to Jeff Matvienko on another outstanding victory.”
Eighteen career wins is a remarkable accomplishment, and it’s a record that continues to raise the bar for everyone in the club. Well played, Jeff.
Now our attention turns to what many consider the biggest two days of the season.
In less than 2 weeks, we head to Shawnee Golf Resort in Shawnee-on-Delaware, Pennsylvania, for Round 1 of the Weekenders Club Championship. Designed by legendary architect A.W. Tillinghast, Shawnee is one of the country’s historic golf venues. Much of the course sits on an island in the Delaware River, creating a unique setting where tree-lined fairways, classic architecture, and strategic shot-making reward patience and precision over power. It’s the kind of course where smart decisions often matter more than long drives.
The Club Championship is our premier major. Two rounds, two opportunities, and no room for a slow start. Every shot counts toward crowning the 2026 Club Champion, so come prepared and ready to compete.
Please remember to register by next Tuesday night so pairings and tee times can be finalized.
— The PresidentWeekenders Golf Club
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Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort - White/Red · Sat, Jul 25, 2026
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