The 2022 Canadian Hickory Open, held Aug. 10-12 at the ever popular Legends Golf & Country Club was another splendid event. Some 88 players from several states below the border and throughout Canada traveled to experience the fun and competition, and the legendary hospitality of hosts Ron Lyons and Eddie Chan. None were disappointed.

The Open Division was won for the first time by Ken Plaunt who wrestled the trophy from multiple winner Ben Plaunt by one stroke. Another stroke back was Vern Kyler. 

The highly competitive Senior Division featured a sparkling 69 (shooting his age!) by Kit Ledbetter from Washington state, followed by Rob Taylor at 74, Willie Ducherer at 77 and Bob Bjerke at 77. Hugh Cameron at 79 rounded out the top five. 

The Ladies Division was won by repeat winner Fran Zinger. 

The First Nations award went to Saskatchewan’s Dave Racette. Dave’s name along with past First Nations winners will be featured on a plaque with a stunning head dress encased in a glass cabinet featured in the Legends room of the clubhouse. 

Click here for a full report from Chris Ream, including photos and highlights of the tournament.