The 49th PGA Professional Championship was contested June 26-29, 2016 at Turning Stone Resort’s Atunyote and Shenendoah Courses. The low 20 scores will earn a place in the 98th PGA Championship, July 28-31, 2016, at Baltusrol Golf Club, Lower Course, Springfield, New Jersey. Representing the Pacific Northwest Section PGA were: Brian Thornton of Meridian Valley … Read more
In the past four years plus, I’ve seen some amazing stories of success with player development, member engagement and retention here in the Pacific Northwest PGA Section. I have seen, and been blessed to help, PGA professionals get their dream job – or create it – through efforts to develop successful player development and member … Read more
We would like to invite PNW PGA Professionals, golf shop buyers and golf industry representatives to participate in the 2016 PNW PGA Merchandise Show, being held October 25 – 26. We will be returning to the Greater Tacoma Convention Center. Our show last year was held at this facility and was a huge success. This … Read more
“Study the rules so that you won’t beat yourself by not knowing something.” – Babe Didrikson Zaharias Have you watched nervously as the the investments in your 401(k) rise and fall amid a volatile market leading into the years you plan to retire? There’s a good chance the value of your home is rising in … Read more
Whether looking for new business or a job new opportunity, networking can be key to success. It is easy to meet new people while attending a PGA seminar or meeting or at tournaments, or when you play at different facilities. It happens in everyday life as well. You never know when you might be getting … Read more
As I sit down to write this month’s article, I have just seen two major championship trophies hoisted into the air and one almost perfect team become a bridesmaid. The champions, both clear cut examples of perseverance, Dustin Johnson and the Cleveland Cavaliers. The bridesmaid, a team that despite winning over 92% of its games … Read more