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EMPOWER HOUR
Thursday, November 13 | 10:00 AM ET
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Join Golf Digest’s #1 Coach in America, Mark Blackburn, PGA and Co-Founder of Golf Live, Allan Belden, PGA for an Empower Hour designed to elevate your coaching game.
A night of celebration! ✨
The NEPGA gathered at Pleasant Valley CC to celebrate our 2025 Special Award Winners & HOF Inductees - a night filled with pride, connection, and inspiration.
Congratulations to all of this year’s honorees!
https://nepga.com/news/a-night-of-celebration-nepga-honors-2025-award-winners-at-pleasant-valley-country-club/
Team New England at the 4th Annual Northeast HOPE Invitational. We are so lucky to be able to enjoy this day of competition with CT PGA and NYNE PGA!
Thank you Springfield CC for hosting us!
Read more:
https://nepga.com/news/new-england-pga-section-competes-in-the-fourth-annual-northeast-invitational-at-springfield-country-club/
Congratulations to our 105th New England PGA Section Champion, Ed Kirby, PGA (The Aquidneck Club)!
Thank you to our incredible host facilities this week - @bayclubmattapoisett & @tkcgreens
https://nepga.com/news/ed-kirby-goes-back-to-back-at-105th-nepga-section-championship/
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The R4R Auction is now LIVE! Don’t miss your chance to play some of the best courses in New England!
Bid now: www.32auctions.com/RoundsForREACH2025
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Our Rounds 4 REACH Annual Spring Auction opens on Friday, April 18th and runs through Friday, May 9th! The auction allows anyone to bid on one-of-a-kind golf experiences at top-end facilities around the region!
The auction items are unique experiences in one of two categories – A playing experience with the facility Head Golf Professional (plus your threesome) or a foursome with golf cars included!
This year there are also amazing travel experience up for grabs!
🔗 link in bio to start planning your bids today!
*All proceeds benefit PGA REACH New England programming!
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Reminder to register for the Women’s Networking Summit on May 5th at Renaissance in Haverhill, MA! Spots are filling up FAST for this year’s event!
The Women’s Networking Summit is an invaluable opportunity for women to collaborate, learn from industry experts, and enhance their careers. Featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, networking sessions, and GOLF, this event will empowering participants with the tools and support to continue advancing their careers.
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Introducing the New England Veteran Series! 🇺🇸
The New England Veteran Series is a golf tour operated by PGA REACH New England, designed for Veterans with competitive aspirations!
The series will foster friendly competition among veterans and provide access to top golf courses in New England! 🇺🇸
Register & learn more: www.newenglandveteranseries.com
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Congrats!! Must have been so exciting to be there.
Playing golf is good for health and I like this game.
The REACH Classic is BACK - June 23 at the beautiful Kirkbrae CC in Lincoln, RI! Support our Nation's Heroes, sign up for our sole golf tournament fundraiser of the year and impact lives through the game of golf!
All players are welcome - sign up as a single player, twosome, or foursome!
Learn More & Register: bit.ly/3XQS08p
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Congratulations to our newest PGA of America Half Century & Quarter Century Members!
Half Century:
Michael Foster, PGA
Quarter Century:
Mark Ashton, PGA
James Bruce, PGA
Richard Packish Jr., PGA
Douglas VanWickler, PGA
Jon Wood, PGA
#WeLoveThisGame
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Congratulations to all!!
The New England PGA is thrilled to announce our 2025 Special Award Winners and Hall of Fame Class!
Zack Sweet, PGA (Cape Cod National) is our 2025 NEPGA Golf Professional of the Year! We would like to officially welcome Ed Kirby, PGA (The Aquidneck Club) and Rich Iwaszko, PGA (LM) to the NEPGA Hall of Fame. 🏆
Read the full release: bit.ly/4leM7Me
Full list of award winners:
Golf Professional of the Year: Zack Sweet, PGA (Cape Cod National)
Assistant Professional of the Year: Charles Mallo (Hyannisport Club)
Bill Strausbaugh Award: Allan Belden, PGA (Salem Country Club)
Deacon Palmer Award: Chris Hulme, PGA (Newport National Golf Club)
George Wemyss Award: Jim Lynch (Prize Possessions)
Merchandiser of the Year – Private: Paul Tessier, PGA (Bald Peak Colony Club)
Merchandiser of the Year – Public: Kristy Gleason, PGA (Kingswood Golf Club)
Patriot Award: Joel Jenkins, PGA (Mt. Pleasant Golf Club)
PGA Professional Development Award: TJ Anthoine, PGA (The Quechee Club)
Player Development Award: Jim Fairbanks, PGA (Riverside Golf Course)
Sales Rep of the Year: Ollie & Dee Hallet (Hallet Golf Sales)
Teacher of the Year: Jimmy Tirone, PGA (The Kittansett Club)
Youth Player Development Award: Mike Dugas, PGA (JW Parks Golf Course)
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Congratulations 🎈 to all winners! Great job Paul and Kristy!
Congratulations to all!! 👏👏👏👏
Congrats to all!! Well done, we'll deserved.
Reminder!! Registration is open for the 2025 Women’s Networking Summit!! Join us for a day of networking, golf, & professional development on Monday, May 5th at Renaissance in Haverhill, Mass.!
Link in bio to register!
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The Massachusetts Chapter gathered at Marshfield CC on Tuesday for their Spring Meeting Pro-Pro! After an informative meeting, our PGA professionals were met with a perfect April day for golf. The duo of Matt Daley and Peter Ruymann, both from Marshfield CC, combined to shoot 6-under 64 to take home the victory. We could not have had such a great event without the support of our partners:
@callawaygolf RJ Shepherd @teecommerce.shop @teesnapgolf @revo
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✨The Year of the Member✨ continues and in April we are highlighting the incredible PGA Professionals who dedicate themselves to teaching the game of golf.
Their passion and commitment inspire players at every level, from their very first swing to that final, satisfying putt.
We are proud to feature an interview with 2023 NEPGA Teacher of the Year, Seán McTernan of Brae Burn Country Club. We sat down to discuss his journey as an instructor and his thoughts on shaping the future of golf.⛳️
#YearoftheMember
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Good luck to NEPGA Professional Jeff Martin (Wollaston GC) as he competes in the 2026 Senior PGA Championship at @theconcessiongolfclub this week!
Martin tees off in round 1 on Thursday, April 16th at 9:42 AM!
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The 2026 NEPGA season is officially underway! ⛳️ 68 players braved the heavy winds and cloudy skies at The Country Club of New Bedford for a gritty season-opening Pro-Am.
Huge congrats to our Individual Pro co-champions Shawn Warren and Cory Mansfield for battling to the top, and to Brent Amaral for leading his team from the Acoaxet Club to a 4-under victory fueled by two massive back-nine eagles. A special shoutout to Dave Einstein for sticking it close on the 7th to snag the iPad from our partners at @teesnapgolf !
Thank you @teesnapgolf for joining us on-site today and we look forward to having you join us at our Chapter meetings this week!
Huge thanks to Richie Packish and the CCNB staff for a great day.⛳️
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The 2026 NEPGA season is officially underway! Congrats to the teams of Eric Barlow & Liam Friedman and Frank Leja & Andrew Stolze who finished in a tie for first place at the Mass Chapter 6,6,6 held at @tpcboston . We were thrilled to welcome three of our partners to this event: @jollygolfco @oakley and @wilsongolf . A huge thank you to all three for supporting our PGA Professionals! ...
It’s ✨The Year of the Member✨ and in April we are celebrating the PGA Professionals that Teach the wonderful game of golf!
From the first swing to the final putt, the growth of golf is fueled by the dedication of instructors who share their passion every single day.
We sat down with 2026 NEPGA Teacher of the Year, Darren Falk, PGA (Holly Ridge GC), to discuss his journey to the top of his craft and what it means to lead the next generation of golfers.
#YearoftheMember
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Work hard, play hard, and find your balance. ⛳️✨
Join us for our annual Women’s Networking Summit at Nashawtuc Country Club on Monday, May 4! Whether you’re here to play a 9-hole scramble or learn the ropes with a PGA Pro, it’s all about building connections and empowering one another.
No golf experience? No problem. Just bring your drive! 🥂💪
GUEST SPEAKERS:
Sarah Harmon - Founder & CEO @the.schoolofmom
Cassie Crosby - Executive Coach, Strategist, Retired Army Officer & Combat Veteran - Iterata
Kristen Reed - CEO & Founder @nursingyourwaytowellness
Link in bio to learn more & register!
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It’s the best week of the year! The 2026 Masters Tournament kicks off tomorrow at Augusta National and we had to get all of our staff picks for who will walk away in that green jacket. Tell us who you are picking in the comments ⬇️
Happy #TheMasters Week ⛳️
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The New England PGA is excited to celebrate two PGA Professionals who have earned Half Century and Quarter Century Member status with the PGA of America. Tom Vander Voort, PGA celebrates 50 years and Dan Botelho, PGA celebrates 25 years of membership & dedication to the game of golf!!
Congratulations!
@pga
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Amazing day at the 2026 NEPGA Teaching & Coaching Summit! Thank you to Nashawtuc CC for hosting us!
Special shoutout to our presenting partner @golfliveapp and our supporting partners @foresightsports and @design_2golf
The day featured highlighted speakers: Erika Larkin, PGA, Todd Sones, PGA, and Dr. Rick Sessinghaus, PGA as well as an interactive panel discussion of NEPGA Teachers/Coaches of the Year: David Jankowski, PGA, Rico Riciputi, PGA, Adam Kolloff, PGA, Sean McTernan, PGA, Darren Falk, PGA, and Shawn Hester, PGA - moderated by Tom Cavicchi!
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Picture Perfect Pinehurst!
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Nearly 50 New England teams traveled down to North Carolina this week and battled through tornado warnings, rain delays & frost delays to experience the Home of American Golf!@pinehurstresort
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Congratulations to @wollastongc & @golfgaragevt for winning their respective golf course rotations. Led by their Professionals @liamfriedmangolf & @kellenpeerygolf the teams conquered all the challenges that courses No. 2, No. 4, No. 8 & No. 10 had to offer!
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We are incredibly proud to announce the full slate of 2026 Special Award recipients. These 15 individuals represent the gold standard of the New England PGA. Join us in celebrating these professionals for their tireless work in growing the game and serving their memberships.
A huge congratulations to Mike Bradshaw for being named the 2026 NEPGA Golf Professional of the Year! From his 20+ years at Kirkbrae CC to his national leadership with the PGA of America, Mike defines what it means to be a PGA Golf Professional.
Link in bio to the full announcements!
The full slate of award winners includes:
Golf Professional of the Year: Mike Bradshaw (Kirkbrae CC)
Assistant Professional: Fergus Keane, III (Boston GC)
Teacher of the Year: Darren Falk (Holly Ridge GC)
Patriot Award: Jason Howard (Kirkbrae CC)
Golf Executive: Max Doctoroff (NEPGA)
Player Development: Naomi Nesenoff (She’s My Golf Pro)
Youth Player Development: Brian Bickford (Maine State Golf)
Professional Development: David Jankowski (Golf Garage VT)
Bill Strausbaugh Award: Hal Jacobs (Wellesley CC)
Deacon Palmer Award: David Sibley (Posthumous)
George S. Wemyss Award: Fred Corcoran (Golf for All)
Merchandiser (Private): Jason Winslow (Eastward Ho!)
Merchandiser (Public): Keith Gagnon (Captains GC)
Merchandiser (Resort): Peter Doherty (Atkinson Resort)
Sales Representative: Dave Woods (FootJoy)
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Proof that time flies when you’re part of a great team ⛳️
Happy National Employee Appreciation Day! From our newest teammates to the veterans who have been the backbone of this office for decades, we are so lucky to have this much talent in one frame.
Combined, that’s a whole lot of expertise (and a few gray hairs!) dedicated to serving our members. We wouldn’t be the NEPGA without every single one of you.
Check out the signs—which milestone surprises you the most?
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Last but certainly not least, we’re celebrating our Vermont Chapter Award Winners!
Leading this year’s honorees is our Professional of the Year, Roger King, PGA, Head Golf Professional at The Sugarbush Resort Golf Club. Roger’s leadership, resilience, and commitment to community impact—from guiding Sugarbush through a remarkable recovery to championing youth development and charitable initiatives—continue to make a lasting impact across Vermont and the New England PGA.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Assistant Golf Professional of the Year: Brennan Earls, PGA — Vermont National Country Club
• Bill Strausbaugh Award: Tom Mackey, PGA — Ekwanok Country Club
• Teacher of the Year: Susan Fasoldt, PGA — Dorset Field Club
• Merchandiser of the Year: Jeff Flis, PGA — Rutland Country Club
• Patriot Award: Josh Olney, PGA — Orleans Country Club
• Youth Player Development Award: Evan Carty, PGA — Burlington Country Club
• Professional Development Award: David Jankowski, PGA — Golf Garage VT
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and dedication to growing the game of golf across Vermont and New England. 👏
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🏆 Next, we’re celebrating our Rhode Island Chapter Award Winners!
Leading this year’s honorees is our Professional of the Year, Lou Rivers, PGA, Head Golf Professional at Agawam Hunt. Lou’s leadership, service to the PGA, and transformative impact at Agawam Hunt have strengthened membership engagement and elevated the club’s reputation as a premier family-focused destination in the Providence area.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Assistant Professional of the Year: Nate Chhim, PGA — Fall River Country Club
• Bill Strausbaugh Award: Dave Tiedemann, PGA — Shelter Harbor Golf Club
• Merchandiser of the Year: Tim Leigh, PGA — Fall River Country Club
• Patriot Award: Jason Howard, PGA — Kirkbrae Country Club
• Teacher of the Year: RJ Soares, PGA — Sakonnet Golf Club
• Youth Player Development: Tyler Piekarski, PGA — Button Hole Teaching Center
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and dedication to growing the game of golf across Rhode Island and New England. 👏
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🏆 Next, we’re celebrating our New Hampshire Chapter Award Winners!
Leading this year’s honorees is our Professional of the Year, Scott DeVito, PGA, General Manager at Pease Golf Course. Scott’s decades-long leadership, commitment to public golf, and dedication to growing the game have transformed Pease into a year-round community hub and a model for excellence across the Section.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Bill Strausbaugh Award: Tony Zdunko, PGA — NEPGA
• Assistant Professional of the Year: Lucas Langelier, PGA — Cochecho Country Club
• Merchandiser of the Year: Jim Schouller, PGA — Abenaqui Country Club
• Teacher of the Year: Kori Doring, PGA — Coach Club
• Youth Player Development: Brian Diamond, PGA — Atkinson Resort
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and dedication to growing the game of golf across New Hampshire and New England. 👏
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🏆 Continuing our Chapter Award Winner announcements, we’re celebrating our Massachusetts Chapter!
Leading this year’s honorees is our Professional of the Year, Mark Aldrich, PGA, General Manager/Director of Golf at Whitinsville Golf Club. Mark’s visionary leadership, commitment to inclusion, and dedication to growing the game have transformed his club and made a lasting impact across the Massachusetts golf community and the New England PGA.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Assistant Professional of the Year: Ryan Small — Bass Rocks Golf Club
• Merchandiser of the Year: Alec Vozzella — Marshfield Country Club
• Teacher of the Year: Naomi Nesenoff — She’s My Golf Pro
• Youth Player Development: Bobby Broderick — Brae Burn Country Club
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and commitment to growing the game across Massachusetts and New England. 👏
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🏆 Celebrating our Chapter Award Winners!
Leading the Maine Chapter honorees is the Golf Professional of the Year, Rob Jarvis, PGA, Head Golf Professional at Bangor Municipal Golf Course. A dedicated leader and past NEPGA President, Rob’s commitment to growing the game, empowering PGA Professionals, and elevating the municipal golf experience has made a lasting impact across Maine and the entire Section.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Assistant Professional of the Year: Eric Aguiar, PGA — York Golf & Tennis Club
• Bill Strausbaugh Award: Jan Murken, PGA — The Woodlands Club
• Merchandiser of the Year: Dan Venezio, PGA — Portland Country Club
• Patriot Award: Sean Barrett, PGA — Falmouth Country Club
• Player Development Award: John Mullen, PGA — The Woodlands Club
• Teacher of the Year: Chris Twombly, PGA — Prouts Neck Country Club
• Youth Player Development Award: Brian Bickford, PGA — Maine Golf
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and dedication to growing the game of golf in Maine and throughout New England. 👏
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🏆 Celebrating our Chapter Award Winners!
Leading the Cape Cod Chapter honorees is Professional of the Year, Tim Watroba, PGA, Head Golf Professional at Hyannisport Club. Tim’s leadership, innovation, and dedication to growing the game continue to make a lasting impact across the Cape Cod golf community.
We also congratulate the rest of our outstanding award recipients:
• Bill Strausbaugh Award: Frank Leja, PGA — The Club at New Seabury
• Assistant Professional of the Year: Kevin Maynard, PGA — Sankaty Head GC
• Merchandiser of the Year: Keith Gagnon, PGA — The Captains GC
• Teacher of the Year: Jennifer Hudson, PGA — Sankaty Head GC
• Youth Player Development: Dave Donnellan, PGA — Donnellan Golf 365
Thank you all for your leadership, service, and commitment to the game. 👏
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Join us for the Teaching & Coaching Summit on March 30th at Nashawtuc Country Club ⛳️
Learn from some of the best in the business including Mike Malaska, PGA Erika Larkin, PGA, and Dr. Rick Sessinghaus, PGA - PLUS a special session featuring our New England PGA Teachers of the Year. This is a can’t-miss day of education, collaboration, and fresh coaching insights to elevate your instruction for the season ahead.
Registration is now open — link in bio for full details and to secure your spot!
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