The Women’s Golf Club recently brought the love to the links with a festive Valentine’s Scramble on February 10th — and what a day it was!

The event featured a pure scramble format with a fun twist: each player was required to contribute two drives. The added challenge kept teams strategizing and spirits high as they worked their way around the course. In addition to the team competition, players also had the chance to show off their individual skills in two special contests.

Sara Pak claimed victory in the Closest to the Pin contest, while Kelly Ceglio drove her way to top honors in the Longest Drive competition — impressive performances that earned plenty of cheers from fellow members.

The top three scramble teams were awarded festive sleeves of golf balls adorned with “love” sayings and Valentine’s symbols — the perfect themed prize to commemorate the day. Following play, members gathered for a lively lunch filled with laughter, storytelling, and celebration. Even the weather seemed to be on theme — the rain graciously held off until after lunch had concluded.

Before presenting the awards, Jan shared a brief history of Valentine’s Day that added a meaningful touch to the festivities. The holiday traces its roots back to Ancient Rome, where a mid-February festival celebrated fertility. Centuries later, a priest named Valentine secretly performed marriages against the wishes of the Emperor. He was executed on February 14th and later became a saint — which is why Valentine’s Day is celebrated on that date each year.

So what does this have to do with golf?

In modern times, the concept of Galentine’s Day — a celebration of friendship among women — has grown in popularity. And that spirit perfectly reflects what the Women’s Golf Club at Ruby Hill is all about: camaraderie, connection, and lasting friendships both on and off the course.

From competitive drives to celebratory toasts, this Valentine’s Scramble was a beautiful reminder that golf is more than a game — it’s a way to build community.