PARTNER SPOTLIGHT - GOLF TRENDS

Representing brands such as Golf Pride, Bag Boy, and Proquip, Golf Trends is a trusted supplier to golf facilities across the province. As a proud partner of the PGA of BC, Golf Trends & Golf Pride are a long-time presenting sponsors of the Spring Education Seminar - the association's flagship educational event - a sponsorship that makes the attendance of speakers such as Fred Shoemaker possible. 

 

New for this season (which marks Golf Trends' 26th year of business) is the Pitchfix brand of divot tools - Europe's leading divot tool, now available in North America.
 
Representatives from Golf Trends will be attending the 2014 PGA of BC Buying Show - October 15-16th at the Richmond Olympic Oval. For more on Golf Trends - click here.
ZIBRIK CONTINUES TO LEAD PDP RACE
Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club's Ashley Zibrik continues to lead the 2014 Professional Development Program points race thru the month of July. Zibrik's appearance at the PGA of BC Assistants' Championship allowed her to maintain a slim lead over Spallumcheen Golf & Country Club's Myles Johnson.

Johnson made a big move in the August standings, thanks to tournament appearances at the PGA of BC Assistants' Championship, PGA of BC Pro-Junior Championship, and Sani Marc Canada Cup in addition to local Callaway Interior PGA Tour events. 

The PGA of BC Professional Development Program recognizes members who show a contribution to the PGA of BC, the golf industry, and to their own continued development. Professionals are awarded points based on participation in events, tournaments, continuing education, and volunteerism.

For full standings and more information on the PDP program - click here.
STRONG SHOWING BY PGA OF BC PROS AT SANI MARC CANADA CUP
Reigning PGA of BC Assistants' champion Oliver Tubb added another impressive win to his resume this past weekend. Tubb, representing Seymour Creek Golf Centre, captured the 2014 Sani Marc Canada Cup by seven shots over defending champion Greg Machtaler. Fellow Seymour Creek professional Bryn Parry rounded out the top three. 
 
The prestigious event was contested July 31 - August 3rd at Club de Golf Victoriavillein Victoriaville, Quebec. Tubb fired four consecutive rounds in the sixties, including a final round 65, for a -23 total and a convincing seven shot victory and cashes the $30,000 first place cheque. 
 
PGA of BC pros have a strong track record at the event - Machtaler won the event in 2013, and Parry is also a past champion. Olympic View Golf Club's Gordy Scutt also recorded a Top-10 finish this year, finishing at -9 in a tie for sixth. For full tournament results and payout - click here.
SPONSOR-MEDIA INVITATIONAL ANOTHER SUCCESS
Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club hosted the annual PGA of BC Sponsor-Media Invitational July 28th, bringing together more than a hundred representatives from the PGA of BC family of sponsors, partners, affiliates and media friends. 

Players were treated to a morning round of golf in a fun format, followed by live music and buffet lunch. All attendees walked away with generous prizing from PGA of BC partners.

The PGA of BC Sponsor-Media Invitational is a chance for the PGA to recognize and thank our many media friends and corporate partners - their support enables many PGA events and initiatives and allows the association to continue growing. Many partners offer attractive discounts for PGA of BC members as a part of their partnership agreements - including Pacific Coastal Airlines, Ceili's Irish Pubs, Holiday Inn, Steve Nash Fitness, Maui Jim Sunglasses, FYI Doctors, Richport Ford, and many others. Visit the "Benefits" section of pgabc.org for a full list of offers.
CONGRATULATIONS
Congratulations to Chad Scott, Head Professional at Kelowna's The Harvest Golf Club! Scott and his wife Julie welcomed their first child - daughter Harper Azalea Scott - into the world at 2.12AM August 7th. 
DID YOU KNOW?
PGA of BC Partner Steve Nash Fitness World offers a complimentary 10-day membership to friends of the PGA of BC! This includes friends, family, club members, and the golfing public. Click here to see the offer or visit any Steve Nash location to activate a membership.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Norm Jarvis returns from a Leave of Absence and is now Class A Professional at Delta Golf Centre
Andrew Chapman has left Richmond Country Club
Duane Storcer has left Fernie Golf & Country Club
Bryan Scott has left Olympic View Golf Club
CAREERS
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