We are saddened to report that PGA Life Member Bill Houston of Sandpoint, Idaho passed away on December 17, 2020. He was 84 years old. Bill was the head professional at Summerfield G&CC in Tigard, Oregon from 1987 – 2003 and went on to work at Agate Beach GC in Newport, Oregon from 2004 – … Read more
This month we interview Brian Whitcomb, a founding member of Folds of Honor. Originally, from the Northwest, most of his career took place in the Southwest Section where he served as its President as well as represented District 14 on the National Board. He also served as the National PGA President in 2007-2008. He now resides in Bend, Oregon … Read more
I think many, if not all of us, must be glad to see 2020 in the rear-view mirror. I know will not be looking back. I hope and believe 2021 will bring us health and recovery. Please join me in congratulating our Special Award winners for 2020! Read about their accomplishments here. Golf Professional of … Read more
The Section staff will be on holiday December 24 to January 1. See you in the new year! If you need assistance during this time, please contact Frank Talarico. Happy holidays and stay safe, The PNW PGA Staff: Molly, Angela, Rebekah, Marlena, Frank, Denise, Michelle, Robin, Tanner
“Take advantage of every opportunity to practice your communication skills so that when important occasions arise, you will have the gift, the style, the sharpness, the clarity, and the emotions to affect other people.” – Jim Rohn If I say you need to be good, authentically good at networking to be successful as a golf … Read more
When I was younger, much younger, Christmas was the time of year I’d make long lists, wondering what was going to magically appear under the tree. I’d wake up on Christmas morning amazed that one fat man in a red suit not only knew what I wanted, but got it covered perfectly for all my … Read more