PGA of BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
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E-Z-GO is part of the Textron Specialized Vehicles family, which also serves golf facilities with its Cushman product line of utility vehicles, beverage cars, shuttles and range pickers.

E-Z-GO is a Bronze-level Preferred Partner of the Association and the Presenting Sponsor of the PGA of BC's Cec Ferguson Executive Professional of the Year Award. Transform your expectations of a golf cart today and visit E-Z-GO's website by clicking below, or contact BC Territory Sales Manager Wesley Behan at WBehan@textron.com.
PGA of BC ANNOUNCES CHANGES TO 2021 CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULE
With the potential for restrictions in British Columbia around travel and sport to overlap with the planned opening of the 2021 PGA of BC championship schedule, the Association announced new dates for two events earlier this week.

The Tournament of Champions presented by Tee-On Golf Systems Inc. & PING Canada, which was originally slated for May 31, will now be contested on Aug. 9 at Mayfair Lakes Golf & Country Club in Richmond.

The Assistants’ & Seniors’ Championships presented by Natera Sport & Arbor Memorial Inc. will be played July 19-20 at Kamloops Golf & Country Club instead of their previously scheduled dates of June 7-8.

The adjustments to the championship calendar have prompted a change in the Interior PGA Tour schedule as well. The event originally scheduled for Aug. 9 at Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club will now be held Aug. 16 to eliminate a conflict with the Tournament of Champions.

Anyone registered for the rescheduled tournaments who is unable to participate on the new dates are welcome to withdraw and receive a full refund of their registration fees. Withdrawals must be made in writing to the PGA of BC administration team no later than 10 days prior to the tournament’s start date. Please note that the Assistants’ & Seniors’ Championships have both reached registration capacity and wait lists have been started accordingly, so it is appreciated if those now unable to compete in the rescheduled events promptly submit withdrawals to accommodate those awaiting access to the field.

The PGA of BC will continue to monitor developments in the province’s actions and response to ongoing public-health challenges as they relate to further events comprising the Association’s 2021 championships.

Click below to read more about the rescheduling of these events.
CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale: Commercial Club Storage on Wheels
Asking Price: $450

  • Professional-grade rugged galvanized steel with welded end frames for extra strength
  • Easily movable with swivel lockable wheels 
  • Holds 14 golf bags 
  • High-quality castors 
  • Use of handles for easy maneuvering 
  • Has only been used indoors 
  • Dimensions: Length: 76 inches, Height: 40 inches, Width: 34 inches 
  • In perfect condition

Interested buyers may contact Antoinette by email at abovepar07@gmail.com, or by phone/text at (604) 614-2230.

Click below to view this and other postings on the PGA of BC Classifieds page (login required), where a larger photo of the item for sale can be accessed.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Peter Smith has joined Eagle Ranch Golf Resort as Head Professional 

Cari Chow has successfully completed the National Training Program and becomes a Teaching Professional at Squamish Valley Golf Club 

Steve Phillips has joined Eaglecrest Golf Club and transfers from Life Member to Head Professional

Wes Driessen has left Chilliwack Golf Club and joins Sandpiper Golf Club as an Apprentice Professional

Russ Latimer becomes Executive Professional at Black Mountain Golf Club

Tyrel Griffith has successfully completed the National Training Program and becomes Head Professional at Black Mountain Golf Club
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
No new opportunities
PGA of BC PROFESSIONAL SPOTLIGHT -- JEFF WIGGINS
Class "A" Professional, The Springs at Radium

PGA of Canada member since: 1997

At which golf facility did you first begin working within the industry, and who was the PGA Professional?
First golf facility I worked at was Holiday Park Golf Course in Saskatoon. Head Professional was Don Ludwig. The year was 1991.

Who has influenced your career the most, and how? 
Two PGA of BC members share that acknowledgement: Randy Panton and Laurie Pierce. Both were extremely influential in mentoring me into a well-rounded, complete Golf Professional. It is also noteworthy to mention from the playing side, no one motivated me more to maintain playing ability and fitness more than fellow PGA of BC Professional Cory Draper.

What is your most cherished golf memory? 
Having the privilege of playing a round of golf with Lee Trevino. It was a few weeks before I took my PAT and the few private moments we had alone that day were invaluable. He was quick to remind me of the grind I had ahead of me as a Golf Professional, but most importantly the understated and often overlooked impact that Club Professionals have on the business and growth of the sport.

Which significant accomplishments are you most proud of?
Professionally: Receiving the 2012 PGA of BC Golf Professional of the Year Award. Personally: Financial planning and investment outcomes to date.
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