Dan Hixson’s Vision Shines at Indian Canyon and Beyond PGA Professional-turned-architect Dan Hixson has made a lasting impact on Northwest golf—most recently through a standout bunker renovation at Indian Canyon Golf Course in Spokane, just in time for this year’s Rosauers Open Invitational. Known for his thoughtful restorations and original designs like Wine Valley and … Read more
As I continue this Leadership in Hospitality series, I find myself repeatedly drawn to the insights of Marcus Buckingham. His approach to leadership and performance remains both practical and inspiring to me—and hopefully for you as well. In this installment, I want to highlight a short Instagram video that speaks directly to our industry. In … Read more
Freedom, Fairways, and the Spirit of the Game As fireworks light up the sky and we gather with friends and family to celebrate America’s independence, July 4th also offers a moment of reflection for those of us who make our living in the game of golf. The holiday reminds us not just of freedom hard-earned, … Read more
Tumwater, WA—The Pacific Northwest Section of the PGA of America is proud to announce a three-year partnership with Golf Genius, named as the Section’s Official Technology Partner. The Pacific Northwest PGA Section—the largest geographically of the PGA’s 41 Sections—is widely respected for operating one of the most robust tournament programs in the country. Through this partnership, … Read more
My journey in the golf industry started at the University of Idaho PGA Golf Management in 2013. Through this, I was able to intern at some unique places and jobs which included the Plateau Club, Gregg Rogers’ Golf Performance Center, the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club, Gozzer Ranch Golf and Lake Club, … Read more
SISTERS, OR — A competitive field of 184 players, consisting of 92 professionals and 92 amateurs, teed it up this week at Aspen Lakes Golf Course for the 2025 Pelzer Golf Oregon Open Invitational. The event featured both individual and team competitions, with participants competing in four-player teams across stroke play and Four-Ball formats. Jamie … Read more