Beth Castantini Triumphs in Season-Long LFG Match Play Tournament

A season of match play excellence

Congratulations to Beth Castantini, the champion of this season’s Live Free Golf Match Play Tournament! Over the course of the season Beth put together an impressive run through our bracket-style format, showing steady nerves, smart course management, and clutch putting when it counted. Her path to the title included tight finishes and decisive victories, and it all culminated in a strong win at Atkinson on November 11th.

The road to the final

Beth’s march through the field was a reminder of why match play is such a compelling format: every match is its own story. Along the way she defeated:

• Rocky LeFort, 1 up — a close opener that set the tone for Beth’s resilience.
• Chris Michailides, 3&2 — a confident mid-tournament showing where she closed out early.
• John Morin, 6&4 — a commanding performance that demonstrated Beth could turn up the pressure.
• Chris Pacia, 1 up — another nail-biter, where steady play on the closing holes made the difference.
• Ricky Dichard, 5&4 in the final at Atkinson on November 11th — a strongfinish to cap the event.

Each match had its moments: clutch par saves, smart course management around the greens, and timely aggression off the tee. Beth’s ability to rebound after tight matches and then deliver convincing wins later in the bracket showcased not just talent, but match play savvy.

Final day at Atkinson

The championship match at Atkinson on November 11th brought out great golf and great camaraderie. Beth and Ricky both earned their spots in the final through hard-fought matches, and the final itself reflected a week of competitive play across the club. Beth closed the match 5&4 — a decisive margin — and did it with the poise we’ve come to admire.

We know many of you enjoy the ebb and flow of match play: one hole can change momentum, and reading the match as much as reading the course is key. Beth’s final-round strategy, balancing conservative play on the holes she needed and taking advantage when opportunities arose, made the difference.

Celebrating the champion and the field

A big shout-out to all members who competed, supported their fellow players, and made the season-long tournament a success. Match play brings out the best of club competition — players of varying styles and experience levels facing off, camaraderie on the course, and friendly rivalries that make every event more fun.

To Beth: well played. Your determination through close 1-up matches and your decisive wins later in the bracket illustrate the competitive spirit Live Free Golf Tour celebrates. To the rest of the field: your performances — from narrow losses to commanding wins — helped create a season to remember.

What’s next

We’ll be updating the season records and the Match Play archives with Beth’s run and match results. Keep an eye on the events calendar for upcoming tournaments and social rounds; match play may be back in a future season for those who love head-to-head competition. If you have photos or highlights from the matches, especially from the final at Atkinson, please share them so we can include them in the wrap-up and the next newsletter.

Thanks to everyone who participated and supported this season’s LFG Match Play Tournament — your energy and sportsmanship are what make our club special. See you on the course!