NORTHEAST REGION EDUCATION HUB
The Northeast Region PGA of America Sections, inclusive of the PGA of America Connecticut Section, New England Section, Northeastern New York Section, Western New York, Central New York, Philadelphia, Metropolitan, and New Jersey Sections are coming together to provide and share educational opportunities for PGA of America Professionals across the region. Below you will find a calendar of events inclusive of all Northeast Sections available to PGA of America Members in the region. Mark your calendars and take a trip across the Northeast to learn and network!
Visit each Sections’ website for more information:
Northeastern New York Education
Western New York Education (Website Coming Soon!)
UPCOMING EVENTS
NEW ENGLAND
Thursday, March 6, 2025 (10:00 AM - Virtual)
Join NEPGA leaders in the Junior Golf Space, John Paesani, PGA (The Bay Club), Brian Diamond, PGA (Atkinson Resort & CC), and Matt Lombard, PGA (North Andover CC) for a roundtable discussion on all things Junior Golf: programming at your facilities, growing the game of golf, Junior League, and more!
PHILLY
Thursday, March 6, 2025 (9:00AM-3:00PM - Llanerch CC)
Philadelphia PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit: This year's Teaching & Coaching Summit will feature several PGA Professionals presenting their own "TED talk" (Technology, Entertainment, Design), including: Michael Jacobs, PGA, David Zimmaro, PGA, Jared Butts, PGA, Michael Little, PGA
NEW ENGLAND
Thursday, March 13, 2025 (10:00 AM - Virtual)
Andy Matthews, Director of Golf Performance at Neuropeak Pro, will share practical, science-backed breathing strategies to help golfers excel when it matters most. Whether working with major champions or developing juniors, Andy will equip you with the tools you need to help your players perform under pressure — both on and off the course.
CONNECTICUT
Thursday, March 14, 2025 (10:00 AM - The First Tee of Connecticut)
Section member Josh Detmer will be joined by Will Demastro of Trackman to discuss teaching with technology. Josh and Will will run you through how you can utilize technology to get the best results in your students/players.
PHILLY
Wednesday, March 19, 2025 (TBD)
Golf Operations Group Virtual Discussion Owner/Operator Panel
CONNECTICUT
Thursday, March 20, 2025 (3:30pm-5:00pm - The First Tee of Connecticut)
Section PGA Member Evan Lambert will be hosting a session on how he utilizes the Operation 36 model for success in his teaching programs. This session will take place at First Tee Connecticut and will be both indoor and outdoor so please be prepared.
NEW ENGLAND
Thursday, March 20, 2025 (10:00 AM - Virtual)
Legends MyShop Is Your Online Pro Shop Solution - Presented by Will Bacas The PGA of America has partnered with Legends to bring their MyShop online pro shop platform to private & public clubs across the country. Join the call to learn about the benefits of an online presence and see firsthand the service experience you can bring to your members and guests and the benefits this turnkey solution provides, including: - Offering new & additional brands & products - Increase revenue stream & net income - No inventory management or website maintenance - Earn 3% toward GRP on every sale - Offer PGA & Ryder Cup apparel directly from your club’s website
WNY
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 (9:00 AM - Virtual)
Welcome to the Association of Golf Merchandisers Webinar - Mastering Markdowns: A Key to Retail Success
NEW ENGLAND
Thursday, March 27, 2025 (10:00 AM - Virtual)
Empower Hour: Join David Knox, PGA from Homestretch Golf as he discusses pari-mutuels as part of tournament operations. See what is being done at clubs across the country!