Ohio Valley Chapter Golf Outing and Shooting Event Highlights 2026
The WAI Ohio Valley Chapter (OVC) hosted its 21st annual golf outing on August 21. Once again, the chapter offered a split-activity format, giving attendees the choice between golf and target shooting. As a result, the event attracted 54 participants, including 46 golfers and eight shooters.
Golf Tournament Results at Kensington Golf Club
Golfers gathered at Kensington Golf Club in Canfield, Ohio, for an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Although misty conditions covered the course, players maintained high energy throughout the morning. Before tee-off, many warmed up at the driving range, sponsored by Rainbow Rubber & Plastics.
The winning team from https://www.premierwiredie.com (Premier Wire Die) and https://www.worldwidesuperabrasives.com (Worldwide Superabrasives)—Denny Eisberg, Vincent Griffin, Kim Wynn, and David Simpson—secured first place with a score of 60.
Close behind, the second-place team finished at 61, including Michael Krueger of https://www.traxit.com (Traxit North America), Jason Giebfried of https://www.paramountdie.com (Paramount Die Company), and Jonathan Gaser and Sam Diamond of https://www.lincolnelectric.com (Lincoln Electric).
Third place went to Tim Gascoigne of https://www.g2materials.com (G2 Materials), Mark MacKimm of https://www.rainbowrubber.com (Rainbow Rubber & Plastics), Mike Dies, and Alex Lippincott of https://www.wireandcabletechnology.com (Wire & Cable Technology), who posted a score of 64.
Sponsors and Skills Competitions
Sponsors played a vital role in the outing’s success. Key supporters included https://www.condatcorp.com (CONDAT Corp.), https://www.diequip.com (Die Quip Corp.), https://www.geon.com (GEON Performance Solutions), https://www.omnisource.com (OmniSource), and https://www.wafios.com (WAFIOS).
In addition, several companies sponsored skills competitions. For example:
- Closest-to-the-pin, sponsored by https://www.blachford.com (Blachford Corp.)
- Longest drive, sponsored by https://www.sikora.net (SIKORA)
- Additional support from https://www.enkotec.com (Enkotec Company) and https://www.bechem.com (BECHEM Lubrication Technology)
Meanwhile, https://www.sdi-copper.com (SDI La Farga COPPERWORKS) sponsored the scoreboard.
Target Shooting at The Training Range
At the same time, a group of participants chose target shooting at The Training Range in Austintown, Ohio. This option continued to grow in popularity. Chapter President Thomas Maxwell Jr. of https://www.diequip.com (Die Quip Corp.) won the five-shot marksmanship challenge. He also highlighted the activity as an engaging alternative for non-golfers.
Networking, Lunch, and Technical Seminars
After the morning activities, attendees gathered for a buffet lunch and limited bar, sponsored by GEON Performance Solutions. The event also featured a raffle, with prizes such as golf clubs, wine, and shooting gear, all donated by sponsors.
In addition, the chapter delivered valuable technical education sessions:
- E.J. Neron of https://www.witels-albert.com (Witels Albert) covered wire straightening advancements
- Matthew Beyers and Hector Ferrer Ribas of https://www.hyperionmt.com (Hyperion) discussed carbide grades and applications
- Mario Di Bello of https://www.foerstergroup.com (Foerster Instruments, Inc.) explained common wire and cable manufacturing defects
Leadership and Volunteer Recognition
The chapter credited the event’s success to its dedicated committee volunteers. In particular, members recognized John Leffler for his years of service as he stepped down from the board. His contributions helped strengthen the chapter and support its continued growth.
