Brockton, Mass. – The New England PGA Section continued its spring circuit yesterday at the historic Thorny Lea Golf Club, where a field of NEPGA Professionals and their amateur partners took on one of the region’s most respected championship layouts. Known for its demanding greens and tight corridors, Thorny Lea provided a stern but fair test for the 2026 Thorny Lea Pro-Am, as competitors navigated the classic Brockton terrain under the watchful eye of Head Golf Professional, Michael Sullivan, PGA.
In the professional division, Todd Scarafoni, PGA (Bass Rocks Golf Club), turned in a gritty performance to claim the individual title. Scarafoni carded a 3-under-par 63, showcasing exceptional ball-striking to navigate Thorny Lea’s intricate hazards. His round was enough to distance himself from a talented pack of pursuers, securing the victory by a three-stroke margin on a day where precision off the tee was paramount.
Rounding out the top of the professional leaderboard, Dave Einstein, PGA (Hyannisport Club) and Nathan Myers, PGA (Gannon Municipal Golf Course) finished in a tie for second place. Both professionals carded steady even-par rounds of 66, balancing aggressive approach shots with disciplined putting to keep themselves in contention throughout the afternoon. Thomas Rooney, PGA (LeBaron Hills Country Club) secured solo fourth with a solid 1-over-par 67.
The team competition, played in a 2 Best Balls of 4 (1 Gross + 1 Net) format, saw a dominant performance from Dave Einstein, PGA and his powerhouse squad from Hyannisport Club. Einstein, alongside amateurs Brian Gouldrup, Jason Varitek, and Derek Lowe, operated in perfect harmony to post a staggering 17-under-par 119. The group combined elite professional play with clutch amateur contributions—including standout efforts from former Red Sox greats Varitek and Lowe—to clear the field by two strokes.
Jeff Monteleone, PGA (Bellevue Golf Club) and his team took home second place with a sharp 15-under-par 121, while the teams led by Joel Jenkins, PGA (Mt. Pleasant GC) and host professional Michael Sullivan, PGA (Thorny Lea GC) finished in a tie for third at 11-under-par 125.
The tournament experience was made possible through the generous support of our dedicated partners, Cleveland/Srixon and Five Star Golf Cars.
We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Head Professional Michael Sullivan, PGA, and the entire Thorny Lea Golf Club staff for their exceptional hospitality.