10 ALL IN Foundation and the South Florida PGA Foundation – Teaming up for the Youth of South Florida
In this month’s cover story, we highlight a special youth program in South Florida and the South Florida PGA Foundation’s contributions to its golf programming and mentorship efforts. With the help of SFPGA Foundation Vice President Lee Stroever, PGA, and President Tom Wildenhaus, PGA, we learn about the 10 ALL IN Foundation and the good work it does for the youth of Belle Glade, Florida. We’re also enlightened to learn about the extent of the SFPGA Foundation’s work across the many communities of its Section.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range: Dan Shelden, PGA
In this installment of Bringing New Golfers to the Range, PGA of America Golf Professional, Dan Shelden shares his story as we highlight his road to the PGA, his accomplishments and his programming.
GRAA New Award Winner Profile: Stacy Mapel, PGA
In this GRAA New Award Winner Profile, we highlight Stacy Mapel of the Mapel Golf Academy at Hawks Creek Golf Club in Texas.
Five Questions with John Platt, PGA
In this installment of Five Questions, GRAA Elite Growth of the Game Teaching Professional John Platt shares his journey as a latecomer to golf. Let’s just say he’s more than made up for lost time.
GRAA Award Winner Profile: Ryan McGinnis, PGA
In this GRAA Award Winner Profile, we highlight the young, but highly successful career of Ryan McGinnis, a PGA of America Teaching Professional at Turning Stone Resort in Verona, New York.
GRAA Award-Winning Facility Profile: Man O’ War Golf – Lexington’s Premier Practice and Learning Destination
Man O’ War Golf is a perennial GRAA award winner, and when you read all about it, you understand why. Thanks to PGA of America Director of Golf and Instruction Brad Bachand for sharing the many great things that Man O’ War Golf has to offer.
10 ALL IN Foundation and the South Florida PGA Foundation – Teaming up for the Youth of South Florida
In this month’s cover story, we highlight a special youth program in South Florida and the South Florida PGA Foundation’s contributions to its golf programming and mentorship efforts. With the help of SFPGA Foundation Vice President Lee Stroever, PGA, and President Tom Wildenhaus, PGA, we learn about the 10 ALL IN Foundation and the good work it does for the youth of Belle Glade, Florida. We’re also enlightened to learn about the extent of the SFPGA Foundation’s work across the many communities of its Section.
Set Goals and Expect to Achieve Them: What it Means to be a GRAA Award Winner
PGA of America Master Professional Matt Keller gives us a peek into his early days in golf. What looked less than promising at the outset has blossomed into a highly successful career as a PGA of America Golf Professional and multiple facility owner in Pennsylvania.
Appreciating the Contributions of the Nine-Hole Public Course
Golf’s clientele is more diverse than ever. So too should be the options these golfers have in where they play. The nine-hole golf course is a valued amenity, as it provides a haven for the beginner and a time-sensitive, affordable option to the avid player. Here’s the story of a few nine-holers in New York’s Hudson Valley.
Women Leading on the Range: Serving the Pacific Northwest PGA Section
In this month’s Women Leading on the Range feature, Molly Cooper, PGA, talks about her passions – tournament operations and membership services in the Pacific Northwest PGA Section. As PGA of America Golf Professionals, we might not always acknowledge the contributions of our Section offices. Here’s a shout-out to all 41 Section teams and the amazing work they do year-round!
A Bold New Range Setup is Coming to Canoe Brook
In this crossover story, Reed Lansinger, the PGA of America Director of Golf and golf shop owner at Canoe Brook Country Club, highlights the facility’s new practice facilities. With a combination of innovation, creativity and class, the new Canoe Brook practice range setup is a sight to behold, and one its members will enjoy for many years to come.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range: Steve Buzza, PGA
Steve Buzza, PGA, is part of a very successful husband-wife team of PGA of America Golf Professionals. In this installment of Bringing New Golfers to the Range, he shares his story, from his early days taking up the game in England to his Director of Instruction responsibilities in Dallas, Texas.
GRAA New Award Winner Profile – Matt Montecucco, PGA
Growing up in golf is easier when you have adults to help guide you. Matt Montecucco is one of those leaders who will forever be the first golf coach to hundreds of junior golfers in the Pacific Northwest PGA Section. Here’s his story in this month’s GRAA New Award Winner Profile.
Five Questions with Mark Csencsits, PGA
Mark Csencsits is an innovator, an inventor and an instructor. He’s a PGA of America Teaching Professional who has improved the skills of golfers of all levels of play. Here’s his story in this month’s Five Questions feature.
GRAA Award Winning Facility – The Grand Golf Club
In this month’s GRAA Award Winning Facility profile, we visit The Grand Golf Club in San Diego and chat with former PGA Tour winner Ian Leggatt. Leggatt is the PGA of America Director of Golf and oversees an impressive team of PGA members and esteemed golf coaches at this stellar award-winning facility.
GRAA Award Winner Profile: Caitlin Cannon, PGA
In this GRAA Award Winner Profile, we highlight Caitlin Cannon. Just five years out of Clemson University, Cannon has already earned her first PGA Section award and several GRAA honors. She’s doing some special things at Atlanta Athletic Club, growing the game with women and juniors, and she has a bright future as a leader in coaching and growing the game.
A Driving Range Built for the Greater Good
What’s in a name? Well, at the Inspiration Golf Range, the name says it all. With programming that makes a difference in golfers’ lives as much as it does in their scores, PGA Head Professional Andy Brock leads a dedicated team to provide a great golf experience with every visit.
Rescue, Resilience and Community: Hogan’s Journey at Arrowood Golf Course
Inspired by the bond between a dog and the people who love him, Nikki Prichard, the PGA of America Assistant General Manager at Arrowood Golf Course in Oceanside, California, shares a heartwarming story of how her dog Hogan brings joy to her teammates and customers every day.
GRAA Award-Winning Facility: Clermont (FL) National
Golf runs in the Stewart family, and Clermont National is the most recent evidence that love of the game brings families together, whether at the course or the practice range. Here’s the story of Rick Stewart, his dad Jimmy and Clermont National, a 2024 GRAA Top 50 Public Facility.
Investing in Your Range: From Club Pro to CEO, Dustin Miller, PGA, is Building an Indoor Golf Franchise
In this story of growth and success, Dustin Miller, PGA, shares the franchising plans he has for his indoor golf business, The Swing Bays.
Bringing New Golfers to the Range – Noah Vinyard, PGA
In this month’s Bringing New Golfers to the Range feature, we highlight the coaching and mentorship efforts of Noah Vinyard, an award-winning PGA of America Professional in Clearwater, Florida.
