Cazenovia Republican digital edition - May 21, 2025

Carter’s Creamery celebrates its 10th season

By kAtE hill Staff writer

On May 3, Carter’s Creamery at 35 Albany St. in Cazenovia opened for its tenth season with new offerings from Gilligan’s Ice Cream.

The Gilligan’s team has been making homemade hard ice cream for more than 30 years in the small Chenango County community of Sherburne, New York.

In addition to serving two custom flavors created exclusively for the shop by Gilligan’s, Carter’s has added 18 of their signature flavors.

“Supporting local makers has always been part of our mission,” said Debbie Tilison, owner and operator of Carter’s Creamery. “We rise by lifting others. This region is full of incredible, hardworking people doing great things, and we’re lucky to be able to highlight some of that through what we serve.”

Tilison and her husband, Bill Tilison, also own and run Dave’s Diner and Purpose Coffee Co. at 35 Albany St.

Along with classics such as banana splits, milkshakes, and fan-

favorite blended “avalanches,”

Carter’s offers gluten-free flavors, gluten-free cones, dairy-free Dole Whip, and, new this year, a vegan and gluten-free ice cream. The menu also includes soft custard from Upstate Farms and signature treats such as waffle chip ice cream nachos and a strawberry rhubarb sundae made with homemade rhubarb sauce from Our Farm in Manlius.

“At the end of the day, ice cream is just the vehicle; what really matters are the moments people create here,” said Tilison. “From first jobs to first dates, end-of-school celebrations to post-game treats, we’re honored to be part of it all.”

Tilison is running the ice cream shop this season with the help of around 15 local teens, who she said contribute the energy, heart, and hustle that make the business shine.

“It’s more than a job for them; it’s a chance to be part of something meaningful, and that’s something I’m really proud of,” she added. “. . . “As we celebrate our 10th season, it’s hard not to reflect on how far we’ve come,

Carter’s Creamery

for its tenth season on May 3 with new offerings from

and how central our little corner has become to so many people’s memories. I opened Carter’s with one simple hope: to create a place where the community could come together, slow down, and enjoy something sweet. What started as a seasonal ice cream shop has grown into a hub of connection, summer traditions, and laughter, scooped up one cone at a time.”

For updates on Carter’s Creamery, follow the shop on Instagram @carters_creamery or Facebook.

Meier’s Creek introduces Thursday evening trail running club

By kAtE hill Staff writer

Meier’s Creek Brewing Company invites runners of all paces and experience levels to join its new Creek Hoppers Trail Running Club.

The group meets on Thursdays at 6 p.m. at the Cazenovia Farm Brewery for a relaxed four- to six-mile run along the scenic trails surrounding Meier’s Creek. Afterwards, runners are invited back to the brewery to cool down with a beverage. Participants ages 21 and over will receive a buy one, get one draft beer coupon that can be redeemed at the farm brewery or the Meier’s Creek Inner Harbor Taproom in Syracuse.

The club is free and open to all. Sign-ups are not required, but first-time Creek Hoppers are asked to sign a quick liability waiver before heading out on

their first run. The group’s routes take advantage of the neighboring Lorenzo State Historic Site property and Cazenovia Preservation Foundation’s extensive Fairchild Hill & Burlingame Area Trails.

“Meier’s Creek has always been inspired by and rooted in nature,” said Janie Kempf, the brewery’s sales and marketing coordinator. “We’re always looking for more opportunities to blend our brand with the great outdoors. Snowshoe Sundays with Cazenovia Preservation Foundation at the Caz Farm Brewery were very successful this winter, so we wanted to continue giving our customers a group to explore the trails with.”

The Creek Hoppers’ mascot and logo were designed through a collaboration between Meier’s Creek and The Lab Creative, a

Town seeks input on revisions to proposed restricted watercraft regulations

authorizes agreements with remington Park Solar

By kAtE hill Staff writer

On May 12, the Cazenovia Town Board introduced a revised version of a proposed local law to amend the town code “with respect to regulating the docking, mooring, and launching of certain restricted watercraft on and in Cazenovia Lake.”

The proposed local law was originally introduced during the board’s March 10 meeting. On or about March 11, it was referred to the Madison County Planning Department, which made its recommendation and returned the proposed law to the town for local determination. A public hearing was conducted on April 14.

According to the town, the proposed regulations are designed to provide protections for the quality of the lake waters and to control excessive motorized boat traffic to protect users of the lake, while balancing the rights of property owners to enjoy their property and use the lake in a reasonable manner.

“We have obviously received a lot of great public feedback [through] the public hearing as well as a lot of written comments,” said Town Supervisor

Kyle Reger. “So, we took a considerable amount of time, met several times, and made some revisions and amendments to [provide] better clarification and direction.”

The full text of the proposed local law, as currently written, is on file at the town offices and may be viewed between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. from Monday through Friday.

The board will hold a public hearing

Cazenovia Girl Scouts celebrate

Women’s History Month

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Cazenovia Girl Scouts had the opportunity to tour the Madison County Courthouse in celebration of Women’s History Month.

In honor of Women’s History Month, the Cazenovia Girl Scouts had a unique opportunity to step into the world of law and justice as they toured the Madison County Courthouse and participated in a mock trial, famously known as the “Chicken Trial.”

This special event was led by Madison County’s first female judge, Hon. Rhonda Youngs, offering the scouts an inspiring and hands-on introduction to the legal system.

Cazenovia Girl Scouts are part of the Girl Scouts of NYPENN Pathways Council.

During their visit, the scouts explored the historic courthouse, learning about its role in the community and the significance of women’s contributions to the field of law.

They then took on roles as attorneys, witnesses, and jurors in the lighthearted “Chicken Trial,” where they debated the case with guidance from Youngs.

The experience provided them with a deeper understanding of courtroom procedures, critical thinking, and public speak-

ing skills.

“It was really cool to be in a real courtroom and act like a lawyer,” Sara Cody said. “Judge Youngs showed us that women can do anything.”

The event, organized as part of Women’s History Month, highlighted the achievements of women in the legal profession while encouraging young girls to explore careers in law, leadership, and public service.

“Providing young girls with opportunities to engage in civic education and see women in leadership is incredibly valuable,” said Youngs. “I was honored to share this experience with them and hope it inspires them to pursue their dreams with confidence.”

The Cazenovia Girl Scouts, dedicated to empowering young girls through leadership, service, and educational experiences, continue to engage in activities that foster personal growth and community involvement.

For more information about the Girl Scouts and their programs, please visit gsnypenn.org

Nelson Church Roast Beef Dinner

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Town of Nelson Highway Department Notice of Hire

Applications are being accepted for a position in the Town of Nelson Highway Department. Interested persons must have CDL, mechanical and heavy equipment handling, welding skills also preferred. Will be member of local municipal highway crew, working full time, on seasonal hours. References and applications welcome. Experienced preferred. Must be able to start immediately upon hire. All applicants are subject to a background check and license check and are subject to drug testing immediately upon hire. Applications are available at the Nelson Town Office located at 4085 Nelson Road and Town of Nelson Highway Department,3985 Dugway Road.

Neil English, 84 Navy veteran, enjoyed boating, flying, golfing

Neil English, 84, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025, in Leesburg, FL.

He was born in Syracuse to Leland and Harriett English on Feb. 13, 1941.

Neil proudly served in the U.S. Navy for seven years and was honorably discharged in 1968.

He was employed as a heating and cooling technician for Agway of Syracuse for 28 years until his retirement in 2003.

After retiring, he was a snowbird and spent the winters in Florida and in 2016 he became a full-time resident. During his retirement, he enjoyed boating, flying, golfing, dancing and cruising.

Neil is survived by his two sons, Jeffrey (Janine) English of New Woodstock, N.Y., and Christopher English of Sarasota, FL; his brother, Gilbert (Brenda) English of Macon, GA; his grandchildren Jacob English, Lucas English and Kaitlyn English as well as several nieces and nephews.

He also is survived by his longtime companion, Rosemarie Malmberg along with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who affectionately called him “Grandpa Neil.”

Dennis Incitti, 74 Former Cazenovia resident

Dennis Incitti, 74, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2025.

Born on June 9, 1950, in Schenectady, N.Y., he attended college at St. Lawrence University in Canton, N.Y., and built a career in the insurance industry, retiring after serving as the director of business operations for the New York State Insurance Fund.

Dennis spent many of those years living in Cazenovia, where he and his then wife, Jane, raised three sons.

He also enjoyed his retirement years in St. Paul, MN, where he was able to spend time with several of his grandchildren.

Dennis is predeceased by his parents, Ernesto and Josephine Incitti.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his sisters, Nancy English and Susan English Haaf.

A private burial will be held at the Welsh Church Cemetery in Nelson, N.Y., on May 23, 2025.

Donations in his memory may be made to Wanderers’ Rest, P.O. Box 535, Canastota, NY 13202.

Condolences for the family may be left at michaelebrownfuneralservices.com.

He is survived by his former spouse Jane Incitti of Erieville, N.Y., his son Kevin of St. Paul, MN, his son Andy of Portland, ME, his son Eric of St. Paul, MN and their families, including loving grandchildren Cora, Ben, Nicolas, Ellie, Leo and Jake; his brother Ernie Incitti and his wife Penny, and nieces and nephews.

He will be remembered by his quick wit, boisterous laugh, ability to show love through his impressive cooking and short yet memorable stint as the voice of the Lysander Lightning hockey club. No services are planned. The family will gather privately to honor and celebrate Dennis’s life.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, an organization close to his heart.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 21

9 p.m. Gilded Club, 415 South Clinton St., Syracuse. A high energy party featuring local DJs and drag performers.

SUNDAY, JUNE 1

Town of Dewitt Pride Month Flag Raising

2:45 p.m. Dewitt Town Hall. Join for a joyous celebration with speakers, music, performances, vendors, and more.

THURSDAY, JUNE 5

Italian Artist Series: Genius of Leonardo Da Vinci

6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Cazenovia Public Library.

MONDAY, JUNE 9

Italian Artist Series: Raphael

6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Cazenovia Public Library.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14

Manlius Pride Festival

12 p.m. Seneca Street Brew Pub, 315 East Seneca St. Join for celebration, solidarity, and community. Enjoy live music, performances, vendors, food, and more.

Cazenovia Heritage: Architecture Walking Tour of Willow-Carpenter-Forman Neighborhoods

2 p.m. Gather in front of the Presbyterian Church. Free.

TACNY Junior Café Scientifique

9:30 a.m. The MOST, Downtown Syracuse. Continental breakfast at 9:15 a.m. “STEAM Challenge Accepted!”. Following the program, attendees are welcome to explore the museum. Free.

JULY 11 & 12

Towpath Quilt Guild 2025 Show

Friday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Cazenovia High School, 31 Emory Ave. See over 100 different quilts on display and enjoy raffles, demos, vendors, and more. $8 admission.

ONGOING

MONDAYS

Story Time

11-11:30 a.m. East Syracuse Free Library, 4990

James St. Enjoy stories, music, and crafts. Mindfulness and Meditation with Ava 12 p.m.-1 p.m. Clear Path for Veterans. This workshop will provide participants the opportunity to destress and learn about different techniques and skills.

Walter P. Koennecke

loved music, history, church, 4-H

Walter P. Koennecke passed away Nov. 21, 2024, at Crouse Community Center in Morrisville, N.Y. Born in Oneida to Walter M. and Hazel May Cook Koennecke in 1949, Walter weighed in at less than two pounds., was not expected to survive past two weeks, two months, two years, two decades…

Growing up on the family farm Walter raised chickens, grew fruit trees, gardened, learned to weave and won many awards for his creations. Never able to use machinery nor being comfortable around dairy cows because of his epilepsy he was most proud of his “cleanest milking machine award.”

Walter loved music (autoharp), history, church and 4-H. He participated at Heritage Farm and Madison County Community Day facilities for over 25 years.

Walter is predeceased by his parents; his sister, Frieda Smith Froio; sisterin-law, Ruth Ann (Ryan); his brother, Albert and brothers-in law, Walter Smith, Joe Froio, Roger Mortensen, George Stewart, Mike Roxbury and Patrick Lamb, all of whom he loved.

Surviving are his sisters, Ellen Mortensen of Tucson, AZ, Luise Stewart of Chittenango, Olinda Roxbury of Camano Island, WA and Joanne Lamb of Scotia; brother and sister-in-law, Frederick and Janet of Cazenovia and so many nieces and nephews who called him Uncle Walty. A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 24, at Michael E. Brown Funeral Services, 2333 Fenner Road in Cazenovia. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Cazenovia. Contributions may be made to Walter’s favorite charity Heritage Farm, 3599 NY Route 46, Bouckville NY 13310. Condolences for the family may be left at michaelebrownfuneralservices.co m

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Memorial Day

Memorial Day is fast approaching.

The May holiday is often seen as an unofficial start to summer.

On this day, in many communities locally and across the country, people will gather for parades and to listen to guest speakers and host parties and cookouts in celebration.

And as Memorial Day approaches many local organizations like the American Legion and its associated members, VFWs, local governments and other leaders are working behind the scenes, preparing for these traditions, organizing the parades and selecting the guest speakers and preparing for the ceremonies that will honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

While it is great to gather with friends and family and celebrate the day, Memorial Day and its true meaning are something well worth remembering and well worth putting a greater focus on and sharing with friends and family as we prepare to celebrate this special day.

The parades, the gatherings, the cookouts, the long weekend are all things we can share in and enjoy, but taking the time to consider the tradition, the history and the countless people this day represents is incredibly important.

While the short answer is that Memorial Day is about honoring those who gave their lives serving their country, there is a great deal of history behind this day and it is a day that reminds us that remembering those who served deserve our respect regardless of the date.

Memorial Day goes back to what was known as Decoration Day starting in 1868 following the Civil War.

The Grand Army of the Republi c , an organization of Unio n veterans founded in Decatur, Illinoi s , established it as a time for the nation to decorate the graves of the Union war dead with flowers. By the 20th century, competing Unio n and Confederat e holiday traditions, celebrated on different days, had merged, and Memorial Day eventually extended to honor all Americans who died while in the military service.

In 1968 Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Act, which moved Memorial Day from May 30 to the last Monday in May.

While this move created the three day weekend so many have come to associate with Memorial Day, locally many organizations from municipal governments to VFWs have worked to maintain a sense of the true meaning behind the day.

There will be ceremonies honoring those who served, and those who made the ultimate sacrifice as wreaths are laid at memorials. There will be guest speakers who will share their experiences and insights as veterans, people who have served and people who understand the sacrifice others made and there will be time to reflect on what this means and how much those who served and sacrificed have meant to this country.

We hope that everyone, whether they are attending a community celebration or hosting their own private gathering with friends and family, will keep the true meaning of Memorial Day in mind in their own way. Whether it is with a moment of reflection or silence or sharing stories of loved ones who served and sacrificed, honoring those who made the ultimate sacrifice is really what Memorial Day is all about.

GArdEn CArnAGE

When I wasn’t paying attention, gathering wool, worrying about world affairs, the economy, the threats to our democracy and such, something sinister was happening in my yard. It wasn’t that I lacked the senses to figure out what was happening, I was, as we tend to be, focused on those other things, among which was my flower garden. Or, what I remember of my flower garden.

I have pictures of a climbing rose, reaching up and over the roof of the garden shed and inching its way across wires that I’d strung between the shed and the house. How I indulged in the beauty of that rose bush. It was the showpiece of the border where I had successfully grown what I called my English garden, filled with tall multicolored blooms, delphiniums, fox gloves, liatris, echinacea, daisies, cosmos and such. These beauties lived in the sun while astilbe, bleeding heart and day lilies took up the floral parade as shade filled in that side of my border.

Across from this bountiful exhibit of “how-Imanaged this-I-don’tknow,” was the border that edged up against the house. My grandmother’s rhubarb was the backdrop for lavender, sage, thyme, catmint, iris and salvia.

Beyond this section of the yard, I’d managed to plant Monarda, the assertive, obedient plant and a large clutch of springblooming blue flag. A wildly-healthy blood red climbing rose almost covered the window of the dining room and, in front of this profuse bloom, I had assembled a small collection of stunning

coral bells, the perfect example of how colorful leaves can outshine the flowers by miles.

It was about five years ago that my roses began to die, followed by the delphiniums and their ilk. My guess about the cause of this carnage was that some kind of poison had leached out of a bag of mulch which had spilled its contents haphazardly next to the garden shed.

I removed what I thought was the culprit and hastily replanted, making sure that I added good soil and vetted healthy plants. But these plants withered and died. A sunflower trio simple turned to mush, the delphiniums turned brown and crispy. Across the path, my always prodigious rhubarb began to grow less leaves and the herbs simply disappeared. Even the pesky obedient plant began to show distress. Only the weeds seem to flourish.

What was going on?

Did I consult people who knew more than me? Actually, that would have been easy, since I was always shocked that I had such a lovely garden.

But I had an ace under my gardening hat. My sister Joan is a Master Gardener. She has the certificate and the enormous garden to prove this. When I described what was happening, she put on her official Master Gardener outfit and traveled from Putnam County to examine and diagnose. She did this for two summers with no success.

Then she came to visit in the fall and showed me three black walnuts.

“You have a black walnut tree!” was her exclamation.

Years Ago in History

By Cindy BEll toBEy

125 Years Ago – May 24, 1900

On Tuesday, the President sent to the Senate the nomination of H.J. Rouse to be postmaster in Cazenovia, vice-George W. Salisbury term expired.

It is expected that the nomination will meet with speedy confirmation, and that Mr. Rouse will be in position to assume the duties of the office by the first of June.

The appointment has been generally expected, and will cause little surprise.

Mr. Rouse has worked faithfully for the interest of the party for years, and he abundantly deserves the appointment which he has received.

It will meet with the approval of a majority of the voters of the village, irrespective of party.

The office is one of the best in the county. It pays a salary of $2,150 with a liberal allowance for expenses, and there are no night mails or other annoyances that go with some of the other large offices in the county.

100 Years Ago – May 21, 1925

The Cazenovia Bakery, the first of the week installed two new places of machinery, a dough divider and a rounder for rounding loaves of bread.

The bakery is now baking about 700 loaves of bread every day and 1,000 on Fridays and Sundays.

With this new machinery the output will be increased as the demand has been greater than the bakery could apply.

75 Years Ago – May 18, 1950

The Cazenovia House and Garden Tour, sponsored by the Junior College Auxiliary, will start at “Willowbank,” the Fairchild Kennard estate.

The house, as well as the gardens will be open.

The flower show will be there. It is hoped all those interested will help make the show a success by contrib-

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To explain how I had no idea what she was talking about, she had to show the tree to me. I thought that the squirrels were bringing the nuts to our yard to hide. Hey, I’m from Brooklyn were there was one tree, a maple, on our street.

So, what does a black walnut portend? Death … to many plants, even trees. Thanks to Google, I found out that a tyrant tree had grown silently behind the honeysuckle.

Like so many members of the plant kingdom, the black walnut produces a poison to protect itself. This poison, Juglone, is particularly powerful, greatly limiting what you can plant anywhere near, and near can mean many feet, the tree’s roots. It also explains why the hydrangeas that I planted in the back of the house and the line of arborvitae that lined the border of our property died.

Research left me with plantings that are not affected by Juglone.

So, last year I tried planting some of those flowers categorized as immune.

I guess the ones that I planted didn’t get the memo because this year, the only things that have arisen from winter sleep are forget-me-nots and ajuga. Daises are supposed to be immune, as are coneflowers. Neither made it through. So sad to see my rhubarb plant, a cutting from my grandmother’s rhubarb over 50 years ago, is now only four sickly-looking leaves. Maybe I can dig it up and replant it in my daughter’s garden. Just a thought.

I loved that garden, not only because it was lovely, but because it was therapy, a meditation in a busy life. It was more than appreciation, rather the kind of thing that justifies the work as the work justifies the beauty. I loved that garden because many of the plants were gifts, each one a connection that reminded me how much we are connected, need each other, as the life of the garden illustrates - plants, insects, people, animals, the earth, sun and water, part of the inherent beauty of the circle of life, including walnut trees, however constituted.

Ann Ferro is a mother, a grandmother and a retired social studies teacher. While still figuring out what she wants to be when she grows up, she lives in Marcellus with lots of books, a spouse and a large orange cat.

This morning, while looking sadly at what was once my pride and joy, I tried to use adult reasoning and came up with a plan. I can’t fight that black walnut. Even if I cut it down at great expense, the root system will still pump out evil, plant-killing poison. As I have learned encapsuled in a teacher’s motto...” monitor and adjust.” the barren, once-flower garden will become an area where I can sit and remember. A garden bench, an umbrella and some potted flowers are coming to life in my mental blueprint. I’ll mow closer to the house and, in the space between the lawn and the house, I’ll plant Juglone-resistant black-eyed Susans, hollyhocks and zinnias. OK, they may not make it either, but you have to try.

FROM THE MAILBAG

American Legion Auxiliary

To the editor: Dear Cazenovia Post 88 American Legionnaires:

We are writing to you to request acknowledgement of the women living and deceased who made up the ranks of the Cazenovia Post 88 American Legion Auxiliary.

Our mother, Barbara Bennett, was the final presiding president/treasurer and sadly the decision had to be made to close the unit this past November 2024.

We have such great memories of all the activities the Legion and Auxiliary initiated and participated in Cazenovia to stay loyal to the mission of the American Legion Organization.

Our mother and all the ladies were so proud to honor the service of so many who sacrificed their lives for our country.

We know there must exist a historical listing of all the events to which they gave their time, energy and thoughtfulness. However, the Memorial Day activities were when they proudly showed their presence with selling the poppies and striking the bell for those legions members recently deceased. It only seems befitting that the Auxiliary and their members be recognized at this year’s Memorial Day Service for the many decades dedicated to this community and to the American Legion and the members of the United States Military Service.

We look forward to a reply.

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THE ROSE quESTION, AGAIN

Even in the afterlife, Pete Rose is with us.

Not even eight months following his death at age 83, Major League Baseball announced Rose’s reinstatement, no doubt spurred along by pressure from powerful outside sources who hold high office even if they don’t do much other than enrich themselves.

Instantly the story turned into the never-ending argument consuming all baseball fans for a majority of my lifetime. Should Rose, he of the 4,256 hits and the lifetime suspension for gambling on the team he managed, get his plaque in Cooperstown?

We’ve lived with this question for 36 years ever since Bart Giamatti stood in front of a lectern announcing Rose’s punishment and then succumbed to a heart attack a week later.

It began in the nascent days of talk radio, spilled over to the Internet, found its way to social media and through it all has contained every single hot take conceivable. And now it will flare again with special committees who meet every couple of years and will determine future Hall of Fame classes.

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ion here, look elsewhere. This is both simple and complicated at the same time, one choice with ramifications which go far beyond the fate of one man who liked to sprint to first base on a walk.

The simple part could work on both sides. Rose’s defenders have always pointed out that the sins for which he was banned came after his playing days where few people ever questioned his effort or desire to win.

To Rose’s critics, though, that didn’t matter. He bet on baseball, the one thing you simply cannot do while employed by the Major Leagues. He has to be kept out of the sport’s ultimate honor.

Where it grows complicated is the way the Hall of Fame has dealt with sins of the past. It hasn’t always been consistent.

One need only look at the PED Era to see this. Barry Bonds, Roger Clemens, Alex Rodriguez, Sammy Sosa, Mark McGwire, Manny Ramirez – they all have remained on the outside, with more than enough voters thinking their sins of what they put in their bodies unforgivable.

Yet Pudge Rodriguez, Mike Piazza and David Ortiz all gained entry despite some questions about PED connections. Tony LaRussa, who managed many of them, was enshrined. So was Bud Selig, the commissioner who oversaw all of it.

As with the Pete Rose discussion, the arguments to their worthiness turned exhaustive, both sides talking past each other to their own audiences who reinforced their beliefs. Nothing was really resolved.

To say that putting Rose in the Hall of Fame might reignite all these rhubarbs greatly understates it. No one really knows what percentage of players took PED’s at the height of that era, and if pitchers and hitters were both using them, who had the advantage, and were all those records really tainted?

None of this could apply to Pete Rose, who overcame modest physical gifts to specialize in one thing for 24 seasons, pursuing and then passing Ty Cobb with a singular obsession which involved a whole lot of singles.

Ultimately, what it all could depend on is what we want a sports Hall of Fame to be.

Scan the other ones, from Canton to Canastota, Springfield to Toronto, and

there are plenty of unsavory figures immortalized alongside the paragons. With a few exceptions, it doesn’t raise the fuss which Cooperstown does. Why do we need it to be pure? These places are temples of memory, yes, but they are also museums which tell a history that isn’t neat or linear. Whether it was rules changes or simply trying to eradicate the stench of racism, the past was never ideal, and we have to stop pretending otherwise.

Some of the key artifacts of Pete Rose’s career were things he didn’t sell. They ended up…within the walls of the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum, open for all to see, an acknowledgement of his unique place in the sport’s pantheon that goes unquestioned.

No plaque will change this fact. Whether it’s added to those already with a permanent residence in Cooperstown is one way a kid from Cincinnati nicknamed “Charlie Hustle” remains embedded in our collective memories. Whether that’s good or not.

Phil Blackwell is sports editor at Eagle News. He can be reached at pblackwell@ eaglenewsonline.com.

Oswego Health appoints Andrea Doviak executive director of The Manor at Seneca Hill

Oswego Health recently announced the appointment of Andrea Doviak, RN, as The Manor’s new executive director and administrator at Seneca Hill.

Doviak is a highly respected leader within the Oswego Health system, and the organization is confident in her ability to continue the tradition of excellence at The Manor. With her wealth of leadership experience, clinical expertise, and steadfast dedication to quality care, Doviak is an invaluable resource to The Manor’s staff, residents and families.

In her new role, Doviak will assume responsibility for directly overseeing The Man -

or’s 120-bed skilled nursing facility, ensuring that the high standard of resident care and services remains a top priority. Under her leadership, Oswego Health is committed to maintaining its reputation for providing exceptional care in a compassionate, patient-centered environment. Doviak served as interim executive director and administrator from August to November 2022 and from February 2025 until now. She demonstrated extraordinary leadership and a deep commitment to The Manor’s residents and the broader Oswego Health mission during both times.

Oswego Health welcomed Doviak to its team in April

2022 as a Clinical RN, and since then, she has proven herself to be a reliable, capable and dedicated leader. Her ability to support and guide the organization and her unwavering commitment to the well-being of every resident and employee aligns with Oswego Health’s core values of quality care, integrity and compassion. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Roberts Wesleyan College and has been a licensed RN since 1995. She earned her Nursing Home Administrator license in 2015. Before joining Oswego Health, Doviak was the administrator and director of nursing at Morningstar Care

Center.

“Andrea has consistently exemplified the leadership and clinical expertise that Oswego Health stands for, and we are excited to have her lead The Manor at Seneca Hill,” said Michael C. Backus, president and CEO of Oswego Health. “Her commitment to quality care and her deep understanding of the needs of our residents make her ideally suited for this important role.”

Andrea Doviak, RN, was recently appointed t he Manor’s new executive director and administrator at Seneca Hill.

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Don’t let those baby blues fool you; Cloud may look like he came down from heaven, but he can be very mischievous! Cloud was picked up as a stray in Clay and weighs about 36 pounds. He’s a sweet but naughty dog who thinks tables are for sitting and doors are for opening. You may not think it with those little legs, but he has quite the vertical, so you won’t want to leave treats on the counter with this one. Other than a penchant to get on furniture where he doesn’t belong, Cloud is a little angel who walks well on the leash and loves people and other dogs. In order to adopt, you must fill out an application, pay an adoption fee, and have your pets up to date on their rabies vaccines. All adopted cats and dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped and up-to-date on their vaccinations before they go home. The CNY SPCA is located at 5878 East Molloy Road, Syracuse. for more information about adoption, call 315-454-4479, email [email protected], or visit cnyspca.org

beer can labels, merch designs, and, most recently, Creek Hoppers Trail Running Club,” said Kempf.

Additional information about the brewery’s partnership with The Lab Creative can be found at tothelab.co/work/meiers-creek-brewing-company/.

The Creek Hoppers met up for their first run on May 8.

“The group leaders did a great job of making sure everyone was comfortable and safe,” said Kempf.

According to Orr, who guided the group along an approximately four-mile course, the club plans to offer two routes — one shorter than the other — per night as the group grows to ensure that runners of all abilities can participate and feel comfortable.

“All runs are ‘no drop,’ which means we make sure no runner is left behind, regardless of pace or ability,” Orr said.

The club plans to continue to meet on Thursdays through the beginning of September. After that, the decision to run or not will be made on a week-by-week basis.

“As long as the trails are clear and safe, we’ll be running,” said Kempf.

For the latest updates on the club, follow @ CreekHoppersRunClub on Instagram.

Meier’s Creek Cazenovia Farm Brewery is located at 33 Rippleton Rd. For more information, visit meierscreekbrewing.com.

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SPORTS

Cazenovia boys track earns victory over Phoenix

BY PHIL BLACKWELL

Perhaps the top two boys track and field teams in the Onondaga High School League Liberty Central division faced one another last Wednesday afternoon when Cazenovia hosted Phoenix at Buckley-Volo Field.

And the Lakers prevailed 88-53 over the Firebirds, giving itself plenty of positive momentum going into Monday’s OHSL championship meet. Jake Woolbert led the way taking the two longest races as he covered 1,600 meters in four minutes 57 seconds and also won the 3,200-meter run in 10:36.0.

Owen Woodworth’s 2:12 gave him victory in the 800-meter run before Woolbert, Tristan Field-Bradley, Connor Rheaume and Conor Kelly prevailed in the 4x800 relay in 9:19.0.

Field-Bradley only needed 1:01 to get a win in the 400 hurdles, while Finn Worthington took the 200-meter dash in 22.6

seconds and the Lakers won four different field events.

Braden Carnahan went 19 feet 2 inches in the long jump, while Charlie Wilcox cleared 11 feet in the pole vault. Ethan Burry had a top shot put toss of 38’7” and Judah Ossont won the triple jump going 40’1 1/2”.

Cazenovia, Chittenango girls lacrosse gain wins

BY PHIL BLACKWELL

Plenty more regular-season action awaited the Cazenovia and Chittenango girls lacrosse teams after the Lakers defeated the Bears head-to-head on May 8.

The Lakers continued its strong push when it hosted Cortland and, in its only game of the week, rode a quick start to a comfortable 14-5 victory over the Purple Tigers.

It was 10-2 by halftime, Cazenovia spreading out its production beyond that of Charlie Prior, who still had a team-best four goals to run her season total to 62, four short of what she did in 2024.

Hayden Bubble scored three times and Tara Pratt got a pair of goals. Maddy DeAngelis earned three assists as five others – Caroline Mehlbaum, Bridget StromerGalley, Ella Gale, Sally Hughes and Lexi New – put in single goals.

Just 24 hours earlier Chittenango got back to the win column against that same opponent, putting away Cortland 15-6 with a potent attack led by Anna Lazzaro, who scored five times and added an assist.

Sequoya Roberts stepped up to match Reese Ferstler’s three-goal hat trick, while Gracie Brazell converted twice. Persephone Rohrer had a goal and two assists as Peyton Buck also earned a goal and Hannah DiCesare got an assist.

A day later, a tight battle with Homer led to a 13-12 overtime defeat, the Bears unable to hold on to the 6-2 lead it built by halftime as the Trojans rallied behind Ella Spanbauer’s eight goals and one assist. No one on Chittenango got close to Spanbauer in terms of production, but Roberts did put in four goals and Ferstler had three goals. Lazzaro got three assists as she joined Brazell and Solana Rohrer getting single goals.

Cazenovia boys lacrosse goes 2-1 in four-day stretch

BY PHIL BLACKWELL

In its busiest stretch of the regular season the Cazenovia boys lacrosse team would have to Cortland, Lafayette/Onondaga and Homer all within a four-day span before Tuesday’s tough regular-season finale against Skaneateles.

Of these games, LaFayette/OCS appeared the toughest, the Lancers having risen to no. 2 in the state Class D rankings before recent defeats to Skaneateles and Marcellus.

Yet Cazenovia relied on the best strategy it had used throughout the season – play strong defense and find the right times to

attack- to beat LaFayette/OCS by a score of 9-7. It didn’t help the Lancers to have faced a fast-paced and talented team from Marcellus the day before (losing that game 20-9), and the Lakers made each possession a tough one right from the outset.

T=ied 4-4 at halftime, Cazenovia made it decisive move in the third quarter, grabbing an 8-6 lead as Paul Mitchell and Bobby Livingston would both record three-goal hat tricks, Mitchell adding two assists and Livingston one assist.

Hanging on down the stretch, the Lakers saw Finn Hagan, Owen Porter and Kyle Caraher get one goal apiece and Basil Sayre

earn a pair of assists, while on the other end

Tucker Ives made 11 saves, nearly twice the total of Lancers counterpart Raun Gabriel.

Less than 24 hours later Cazenovia had to face Homer and could not make it three in a row, falling 10-4 to the Trojans.

Gradually Homer got away in the second half helped by a stellar defense which limited the Lakers to two Mitchell goals and single goals form Hagan and Livingston, with Shamus Newcomb getting an assist. Henry Frazee also had an assist. Brycen Poole and Cooper Swartz led Homer with three goals apiece to overcome Ives’ 12 saves,

Right before LaFayette/OCS, Cazenovia fought past Cortland 10-6, a game it trailed

3-1 through one period before closing the first half strong and then blanking the Purple Tigers in the fourth quarter when the game was still in doubt. Livingston and Porter stepped up, each netting three goals. Mitchell scored twice and got two assists. Hagan had a goal and three assists, with Ben Bianco adding a goal and assist as Ives made seven saves.

Chittenango, shut out by Cazenovia on May 8, was blanked again four days later in a 21-0 loss to Homer. Under constant attack, Connor Bradbury made 20 saves, but the Trojans rolled led by Mason Potter’s six goals and Dan Stiles’ five goals and five assists.

Cazenovia, Chittenango baseball have ups and downs

BY PHIL BLACKWELL

Warmer weather would mean that the Cazenovia and Chittenango baseball teams would set off on their busiest stretches of the season, fitting in as many games as possible.

This started back on May 10 when Cazenovia played the second game of its Laker series with Skaneateles and, while far more competitive than the 10-0 defeat in the first meeting three days earlier, still resulted in an 8-4 loss.

Much of the damage was done early as Skaneateles got four runs in the first inning and three more in the second off pitcher Danny Bliss, Sean Olley earning a home run as he and Colton McDonald both earned three RBIs.

Settling down, Bliss only gave up a fifth-inning run and Cazenovia erased half the deficit with a run in the fourth plus three runs in the fifth inning. Elliott Stratton went three-forthree and scored a run, with Zane Ison adding a pair of hits as Jake Hightchew drove in two runs.

Far different was a 9-0 defeat to Phoenix a day later where, despite six hits, the Lakers could not get a run against three Firebirds pitchers. A four-run fourth inning off Nico Segall broke it open as Ison pitched three innings of relief.

Then the rematch with Phoenix on Wednesday resulted in another 9-0 defeat. The Firebirds scored runs in five of the first six innings and Cazenovia had just three hits off Phoenix ace Ty Corey, one each by Segall, Ison and Joey Awald.

Cazenovia then lost on Thursday to Christian Brothers Academy 11-1, Jacob Genter driving in Carter Bowden with the Lakers’ lone run in the top of the fifth. Brock Duerr took the loss as Mike Giamartino homered and got two RBIs for the Brothers. Saturday’s 3-2 defeat to Solvay involved Max Nichiporuk giving up three runs in the top of the first inning and then settling down to blank the Bearcats the rest of the way, only allowing one hits and recording eight strike-

outs.

Yet after the Lakers scored twice in the bottom of the first, Bowden and Hightchew driving home Bliss and Segall, Cazenovia was blanked, too, Solvay pitcher Max Overend only giving up four hits, two of them to Segall.

Chittenango entered the week at 4-5-1 but made its way back to the .500 mark last Monday against Fulton, hitting well from the outset and defeating the Red Dragons 11-5.

Answering Fulton’s three runs in the top of the first, the Bears tied it 3-3 in the bottom of the first and added three runs an inning later, also scoring three times in the fourth after a single run in the third.

Mason Corlis hit a solo home run as Cooper Smith went three-for-three with a double, two singles and two RBIs. Eli Lefort also drove in two runs as A.J. Valente singled twice and scored three times. Dylan Brownson and Alex Bertella also had RBIs as Alex

Pappas pitched four innings to earn the win. A 3-0 loss to Solvay followed a day later, the Bears held to two hits, one each by Valente and Lefort, as Bearcat pitchers Spencer Stewart (five innings) and Max Overend (two innings) got eight strikeouts between them. Valente pitched until the fifth when Reagan Poland relieved him. By then, Solvay had notched single runs in the second, third and fifth innings as Jacob Bigelow had an RBI.

Chittenango was able to prevail 7-3 over Canastota on Thursday afternoon, moving back to the .500 mark at 6-6-1 by bolting out to a 6-0 lead through three innings, enough run support for Evan Tianello, who pitched five innings before Pappas did the rest in relief.

Zailor Caras singled twice and tripled, leading to a pair of RBIs. Valente, Lefort and Cooper Smith also drove in runs as Corlis joined Lefort in scoring two runs apiece.

Chittenango boys tennis team wins sectional Class B title

BY PHIL BLACKWELL

Yet another Section III boys tennis team championship is heading to Madison County, only the destination is Chittenango

Breaking a title drought which stretched more than three decades, the Bears defeated Jamesville-DeWitt 4-1 in last Wednesday afternoon’s sectional final at Oneida High School.

Armed with a roster of seven seniors and hungry from a sectional semifinal defeat to New Hartford in 2024, no. 4 seed Chittenango proved too strong in both singles and doubles for no. 3 seed J-D to overcome.

Seth Boulter got it going with his 6-2, 6-0 singles romp over Henry Commandeur, and Logan Bronner followed in first singles getting past Kian Sarmast 6-3, 6-2. A clinching point was offered in doubles when Vince DiNatale and Seamus Gardner needed just two sets to beat Taig Bajwa 6-4, 6-2. And though Kyle Wehrlin and Gavin Wilson lost to Furqan Hasan and Toby Thompson 6-4, 6-1, Noah Edwards won the only three-set match outlasting Erin

Bae 4-6, 6-1, 10-8.

Getting to the final required a great performance in last Tuesday’s semifinal where the Bears knocked off top seed Oneida 4-1, keyed by prevailing in a pair of three-set matches.

Edwards rallied in singles to top Jordan Mahler 4-6, 6-2, 6-2, while in doubles DiNatale and Gardner were pushed to a third set by Mertens Arden and Mitchell Griffing yet won 6-3, 4-6, 6-4.

Wehrlin and Wilson had an easier time of it routing Evan Gwilt and Sullivan Krol 6-0, 6-1. Bronner lost in singles 6-3, 6-1 to Ryan Lasher, but Boulter handled Kai Jones 6-2, 6-2.

A day earlier, the Bears needed to beat no. 5 seed Homer to get a shot at Oneida and earned it by shutting out the Trojans 5-0.

Edwards’ 6-2, 6-0 singles win over Jude Hazard set the tone for the Bears. Bronner won in first singles over Drew Cotterill 6-1, 6-3 and Boulter endured a tough first set but beat Gray Jackson 7-5, 6-1.

DiNatale and Gardner won their doubles match in two sets handling Lucas Barbieri and Max Totman 6-2, 6-0, with Wehrlin and Wilson earning a 6-2, 6-2 decision

over Nick Barbieri and Ewan Rizzo.

With a sectional title secure, Chittenango went into Saturday’s state small-school tournament qualifier against Class C sectional champion Skaneateles and lost by a score of 4-1.

Edwards and Finnegan Gardner got the Bears’ lone point beating Asher Kozub and Case Pavlus 7-6 (7-2), 7-5), but Skaneateles earned every other point in two sets to advance and maintain a perfect record of 14-0.

Before all this, Cazenovia had an opportunity to make up for some regular-season setbacks by hanging on to the crown as sectional Class C champions – but could not do so.

The Lakers were a no. 7 seed, needing to win two road matches in order to reach the finals, And it got past one of them last Monday in the quarterfinals by knocking off no. 2 seed Cooperstown 4-1.

Sam Kagey and Max Reger won in doubles blanking Bianca Adam and Alexis Wolfe 6-0, 6-0, while Robbie Dorus and Jackson Reger worked past Micah Roffo and Hayden Spencer 6-2, 6-4.

Evan Molloy dropped his singles match 7-5, 7-5 to Henry Ayres, but Cooper Frazee

defeated Owen Marling 6-1, 6-4, while Liam Robertson handled Alfred Hom 6-2, 6-1.

Now it was Cazenovia against no. 6 seed Manlius Pebble Hill in Wednesday’s semifinals after the Trojans upended no. 3 seed Sauquoit Valley, and the Lakers’ title run would end with a 4-1 loss to the Trojans. It didn’t help Cazenovia that Molloy and Frazee were overwhelmed, Molloy falling to Jaasim Zaman 6-0, 6-1 and Frazee taking a 6-1, 6-1 loss to Savir Gambhir, though Dorus did win in three sets over Jon Howard 6-7 (7-5), 6-2, 10-2.

Another three-set battle in doubles had Kagey and Max Reger falling to Andy and Sam Lurvey 7-5, 4-6, 6-0. Robertson paired with Jackson Reger and lost to Devan Trikha and Owen Hay 6-1, 7-5.

At least Cazenovia was able to get one more regular-season win 4-1 over Marcellus on Friday, with Jackson Reger beating Gavin Thompson 6-4, 6-1 and Frazee topping Liam Lundrigan 6-0, 6-3. Both doubles matches were one-sided, the Lakers allowing only one game in four combined sets from Molloy, Logan Gillis, Eli Reverie and Max Reger.

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uting one or more flower arrangements. Call Mrs. Robert Constable, 131-W, for details. The tour includes the John Y. Stanley place, “Owl’s Nest,” Mrs. E. Remington’s “Lorenzo,” the John Winn’s “Winnwood,” Mrs. Henry Burden’s, 57 Sullivan St., and “Deer Hill,” the R. James Hubbard’s.

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on the new version of the proposed local law on June 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Later in the meeting, the board authorized the procurement of educational signage to help prevent the introduction of invasive species into the lake.

The adopted resolution explains that the town received a $40,120 grant through the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; most of the funding was used to procure a boat decontamination station to clean vessels entering the lake. The remainder of the funds will be used to purchase signs to help raise awareness of invasive aquatic species and prevent their spread.

Remington Park Solar agreements

Four resolutions were adopted relating to an application submitted to the town by Remington Park Solar LLC.

The developer intends to construct and operate a commercial solar energy system/solar farm on property at 2 Remington Park Drive.

The Remington Park Drive system is expected to generate approximately 5.0± Megawatts AC of solar energy, which will be loaded into the electrical grid located near the project source.

The board authorized the town to

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The drums will sound and the bands will play at the traditional Memorial Day Parade that will begin at 10:30 a.m.

enter into a payment in lieu of taxes agreement, a host community benefit agreement, a decommissioning agreement, and a stormwater control facility maintenance agreement with Remington Park Solar.

“We’ve done quite a bit of work with the Remington folks,” John Langey, attorney for the Town of Cazenovia, said during his report. “The planning board, of course, did the yeoman’s work on getting us through that, so the final steps were to get these agreements approved; that’s done, so that’s good news. [You’ll] see some construction start up there sometime in the near future, I suspect.”

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The board also introduced a proposed local law to amend the town code by adding a new chapter regulating short-term rentals. A public hearing is scheduled for the board’s June 9 regular meeting. The proposed local law can be viewed on the town website or at the town offices.

“This is essentially the gold standard that came from the NY Conference of Mayors as well as the NY Association of Towns,” said Reger. “I think it is a very well-balanced law.”

Additionally, the board authorized

Led by Parade Marshall Frank Race, the participants will form on the green in front of the Cazenovia High School. Mayor Robert Gregg Jr. will give the Memorial Day address at the cannon at 11 a.m.

Two wreathes will be placed, one by the American Legion, and one by the Veterans of the Foreign Wars, and a memorial

a speed study request for a portion of Damon Road in New Woodstock.

The town clerk will file the required NYS Vehicle and Traffic Form with Madison County to request a lower maximum speed limit for a section of the road from the water tower access point to the intersection with County Route 80/NYS Route 13.

“It is currently 55,” said Reger. “We are suggesting 40, but that will be the determination of the department of transportation.”

Reger will hold his next monthly office hours on Saturday, May 31, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the town offices. Community members are invited to sit down with him and discuss any town issues.

The town board typically meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the Gothic Cottage at 7 Albany St.

For more information on the Town of Cazenovia, visit towncazenovia.digitaltowpath.or g or call the town offices at 315-655-9213.

prayer will be offered. The Legion rifle squad will fire a commemorative volley that will be followed by the playing of Taps by Charles Gregg. More than 20 groups of paraders will then reform lines, and march to Lincklaen Street, Nickerson Street and back to the high school to disband.

Memorial Day Parade

Cazenovia’s traditional Memorial Day parade will step off on Monday, May 26, at approximately 10:30 a.m. in front of Cazenovia High School.

The parade will line up at 10 a.m. in the order of march designated by Cazenovia’s American Legion Post 88 member Kevin Markowski.

The Post 88 Color Guard will lead the marching units, including area veterans, village and town officials, area fire departments, the Cazenovia Area Volunteer Ambulance Corps, the Cazenovia High School band, and Scouts.

The parade will march down Forman Street and east on Albany Street. It will stop at Memorial Park at 11 a.m. for the Memorial Day Program. It will then head north on Lincklean Street, turn west on Nickerson Street, and end in front of the high school.

Veterans who want to participate in the parade but require a ride can contact John Colligan at 315-655-2234. He will find vehicles for them to ride in.

e “RIDICULOUS” Time Line:

* January 2020 - e “Liv Golf” idea is gaining traction.

* May 4, 2021 - Phil Mickelson and Dustin Johnson are linked to Liv Golf.

* October 2021 - e Liv Golf League announces plans to launch in the Spring of 2022.

* February 2022 - Phil Mickelson does interview with Golf Digest and says,” e PGA Tour’s ‘obnoxious greed’ is a reason why players might be interested in Liv Golf. Shortly a erward, Phil apologizes and says he will step away from golf for awhile and o ers to “pause” relationships with sponsors.

* May 31, 2022 - Dustin Johnson headlines the eld for the 1st LIV event played at the Centurion Club in London. Others include Sergio Garcia, Louis Oosthuizen, Kevin Na and Lee Westwood.

* June 9, 2022 - Jay Monahan, PGA Tour Commissioner, issues a memo within minutes of the rst tee shots saying, “Players who are participating in the event are being suspended from the PGA Tour.

* November 15, 2022 - Rory Mcllroy says, it is time for golf’s warring factions to “ gure something out”.

* November 29, 2022 - Tiger Woods says Gregg Norman, “has to go”!

* June 6, 2023 - e golf world is dazed to nd out that secret negotiations have been taking place and, “a framework agreement” between the PGA Tour, Public Investment Fund and the DP World Tour is being discussed. Gregg Norman’s name is not mentioned.

* June 7, 2023 - Rory Mcllroy says a partnership with the Public Investment Fund will ultimately be good for the game of golf.

* July 18, 2023 - Before the British Open, John Rahm says, “he is not interested in LIV Golf”.

* December 7, 2023 - John Rahm signs contract to play with LIV Golf

* January 31, 2024 - e PGA Tour announces the formation of PGA Tour Enterprises in partnership with Strategic Sports Group.

e deal is worth $3 billion with $1.5 billion available to almost 200 PGA players as investors in the future.

* March 12, 2024 - PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan says, “ negotiations with the Public Investment Fund are accelerating.”

* January 2025 - President Trump gets involved with negotiations.

Why am I bothering to document the “RIDICULOUS” Time Line? Because, it is not only important to understand “what” happened durning the last four years, it is critical to understand “why” the talks between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf are no longer taking place. WILL THE PGA TOUR AND LIV GOLF MERGE? I SAY NO!

I say “NO” because of what happened on January 31, 2024 when Jay Monahan announced a “new” partnership with the Strategic Sports Group, who committed $3 billion to the PGA Tour. is gave Commissioner Monahan the “power” (money) to deal with LIV Golf from a position of “strength”, which I do not believe they had during their earlier negotiations. e current facts are as follows:

1. e PGA Tour does not need LIV Golf to “survive”.

2. LIV Golf does not need the PGA Tour to “survive”.

3. Greg Norman should be given credit for increasing PGA Tournament purses at a faster pace than Tiger Woods did when he was at the top of his game.

Final thought… I believe some day there may be some type of “Memorandum of Understanding” between them to co-exist as professional golf organizations that hopefully will li some of the restrictions the players are under now, but will this be a formal partnership? I do not see it happening in the forceable future.