Haney Visits Hickory Stick Golf Course

LEWISTON, N.Y. – Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course recently played host to Hank Haney, one of the nation’s premier golf instructors, TV personality and former coach for Tiger Woods. Haney was specially contracted to conduct a private two-day invitation-only teaching opportunity for VIP members of the Seneca Niagara Casino & Hotel in Niagara Falls, N.Y.

In late August, more than 30 VIP guests had the opportunity to perfect their golf game with Haney on Seneca Hickory Stick’s driving range during a special warm-up clinic. Each day’s group of golfers then enjoyed a lunch before playing a full round of golf on the course, where Haney rotated between foursomes. Guests also received copies of Haney’s latest book, Essentials of the Swing, during an evening cocktail hour.

“It was an amazing experience for everyone at Seneca Hickory Stick to be in the presence of such a skilled and respected teacher as Haney,” said Fran Roach, general manager, Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course. “The guests anticipated a memorable outing and game-changing advice, and Haney exceeded their expectations. We’re just wrapping up our second month of operation, and we look forward to hosting more first-class professionals like Haney for years to come.”

Haney has taught golf since 1976 and has instructed more than 200 touring professionals. In 2008, he was ranked the No. 2 golf teacher in the world by Golf Digest.

Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course opened for public play in July 2010. Located in Lewiston, N.Y. just 10 miles north of Niagara Falls, the 18-hole, 7,026-yard championship course was designed by world-renowned course architect Robert Trent Jones II. It is owned by Seneca Gaming Corporation and operated by KemperSports. For more information, please visit www.senecahickorystick.com.

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