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
Woodburn, OR – Drew Woolworth of Lake Oswego, OR and Madeleine Conser of Portland, OR won the 2025 Pacific Northwest Junior PGA Championships on June 1 at OGA Golf Course. Woolworth and Conser will have the opportunity to join the nation’s top junior golfers in the PGA of America’s premium junior event, the 49th Junior PGA … Read more
For article #6 of the Leadership in Hospitality (in the Golf Industry) series, the writing and posting of Marcus Buckingham are really resonating. Personally, I find inspiration in his delivery and direct commentary on topics that are highly relevant to our hospitality industry. For this piece, let’s focus on his comments about the importance of … Read more
Facility: Esmeralda Golf Course Hometown: Spokane, WA PGA Member Since: 2012 With a passion for coaching and a dedication to growing the game, Michelle Grafos, PGA, of Esmeralda Golf Course has transformed youth golf programs through her innovative and engaging approach. A Spokane, Washington native, Grafos didn’t start playing golf until her sophomore year of high school. With … Read more
Sean Fredrickson was a beloved figure in the Pacific Northwest Section of the PGA, known for his dedication as a mentor and leader. As the President of the PNWPGA, Sean’s passion for mentorship was evident through his creation of the mentoring committee and early mentoring conferences. His genuine desire to serve and support fellow PGA … Read more
PGA Professionals, Leading the Way Frank Talarico, CEO PNWPGA As PGA Professionals, you’ve always worn many hats—teacher, manager, mentor, event planner, merchandiser, and more. But in today’s rapidly evolving golf industry, one role is becoming more critical than ever: change agent. Across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, our industry is experiencing a transformation that’s bigger … Read more