Ethan Schwan of Sammamish, Washington, and Nicole Tang of Bellevue, Washington, captured titles at the 2026 Pacific Northwest Junior PGA Championship, held May 29-31 at The Home Course in DuPont, Washington. With their victories, Schwan and Tang earned the opportunity to compete in the 50th Junior PGA Championship, one of the PGA of America’s premier … Read more
Last month, we dove into the concept of The Quiet Confidence Advantage and how it is distinguished from the louder confidence that is most often referred to as arrogance. Further, we considered how the former draws people on our teams, in our community and similar to us, while the latter often repels them. This is … Read more
The Responsibility of Shaping the Future Frank Talarico, PNWPGA CEO Beginning in the next issue of Foreword Press the candidates for Section Secretary, Mr. Aichele and Mr. Eaton, will begin a series of articles designed to best inform the membership as they prepare to select our newest Section Officer. As we enter another election cycle within … Read more
Blake Netter is the 2025 PNWPGA Merchandiser of the Year – Private category. He consistently excels across all measurable metrics while introducing creative programs that boost sales and member engagement. Hometown: Canby, Oregon Facility: Rock Creek Country Club PGA Member Since: April 2020 Who or what inspired you to become a Golf Professional and how did you get into merchandising? Being … Read more
Hi, I’m Nate Bailey. I developed my interest in golf when I was 16 and living in Waikoloa, Hawaii. It was on the islands that I came to appreciate the beauty of golf. My fondest childhood memories involve playing the Mauna Kea Beach course in Hawaii with my dad for my birthday. I am currently studying … Read more
History was made this week at the 2026 PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup. Held during PGA Championship week, the Secretary’s Cup brings together PGA HOPE veterans from across the country to celebrate camaraderie, healing, and the life-changing impact of golf through PGA HOPE and PGA REACH. This was the first time the Pacific Northwest earned an … Read more