I got my first job in golf at 14, cleaning clubs, parking carts, and shining shoes in the pro shop—all to save enough money to buy a car when I turned 16. Little did I know how that humble start would lead to a love of the game and a 20-year career teaching and coaching … Read more
PGA HOPE Ambassador John Hupp among those who received specialized golf and wellness training BETHESDA, Maryland (Oct. 13, 2025) – Twenty Military Veterans received specialized golf and wellness training October 9 – 13 at the 6th annual PGA HOPE National Golf & Wellness Week, presented by ConnocoPhillips and T-Mobile. Held at Congressional Country Club near our … Read more
The Pacific Northwest Section PGA is proud to announce that Inglewood Golf Club in Kenmore, Washington, will host the Washington Open Invitational in May 2029. One of the most prestigious championships in the region, the Washington Open Invitational brings together top professionals and elite amateurs from across the Pacific Northwest. The inaugural event was held … Read more
15 PGA of America Golf Professionals selected for leadership development program, including Pacific Northwest PGA Members Tyson Odden and Hayley Mortensen. FRISCO, Texas (August 26, 2025) – The PGA of America has announced the 15 PGA of America Golf Professionals who will take part in the 10th cohort of the Association’s PGA LEAD program. PGA … Read more
Tumwater, Wash. – The Pacific Northwest Section PGA is proud to announce that Sunriver Resort – Woodlands Course in Sunriver, Oregon has been selected to host the Pelzer Golf Northwest Open Invitational, to be held August 17-19, 2026. The oldest professional golf tournament in the region, the Northwest Open began as the Pacific Coast Championship. From … Read more
by Molly Cooper, PGA – Senior Director, Tournament & Member Services We are proud to announce that in the fifth year of the PNW PGA 100 Hole Marathon, we collectively raised $90,101 for our local charities. This year, 52 PNWPGA Professionals, 3 PGA HOPE Veterans, and 8 high school golfers each completed 100 holes to … Read more