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PGA of BC
E-NEWS
FEBRUARY 26, 2025
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PGA OF BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
HONMA GOLF
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Honma Golf proudly unveils the TW767 collection, a testament to over six decades of unmatched craftsmanship and innovation.
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VANDERPAS WINS SIMULATOR SERIES EVENT #3; PALSENBARG TOPS OVERALL ORDER OF MERIT | |
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The inaugural PGA of BC Simulator Series presented by Club Champion wrapped up in thrilling fashion as Jacob Vanderpas (Tour Development Academy) claimed victory in Event #3, while Matthew Palsenbarg (Point Grey Golf & Country Club) secured the season-long Order of Merit title. With strong participation and impressive performances throughout the series, the PGA of BC extends its appreciation to Club Champion for their support in making the opening season a success.
Vanderpas delivered a composed virtual round at Quail Hollow Club, host venue of the 2025 PGA Championship, firing a 4-under-par 68 to win by two strokes. The final event saw strong competition, with runners-up Dave Zibrik (Point Grey Golf & Country Club) and Stephanie Vanderpas (Point Grey Golf & Country Club) each posting 2-under 70s. Jonnie Motomochi (Morgan Creek Golf Course) and Cory Renfrew (Pacific Golf Academy) shared fourth place at 1-under.
Palsenbarg, meanwhile, capped off a stellar season by topping the Simulator Series Order of Merit standings, determined by total purse earnings across all three events. His consistency was evident throughout the series, securing victory in Event #1 and a runner-up finish in Event #2. His season-long success earns him an additional $500 prize, courtesy of Club Champion.
Zibrik, Motomochi, Jacob Vanderpas and Renfrew rounded out the top-five on the Order of Merit.
The PGA of BC expresses its gratitude to Club Champion for their incredible support in launching the Simulator Series, as well as to all professionals who competed in the inaugural season. With strong engagement and competitive fields, anticipation is already building for the next edition of the series.
The PGA of BC Office Team has created a survey to solicit feedback on the competition itself, as well as to gauge the levels of interest and accessibility across the province. We encourage members to complete the survey, as your feedback allows us to improve and enhance future events.
CLICK HERE TO COMPLETE SURVEY
For more information and all media inquiries, please reach out to Communications & Marketing Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org.
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REGISTER: 2025 PGA OF BC EDUCATION SERIES | |
The 2025 PGA of BC Education Series is just around the corner, kicking off in less than two weeks! The Association is excited to announce the full Education Series schedule, with registration now open for the first two events of the Series. | |
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2025 PGA of BC Education Series Schedule
Vancouver Island
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Uplands Golf Club, Victoria
Interior
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Gallagher's Canyon Golf Club, Kelowna
Kootenays
Monday, March 31, 2025
St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino, Cranbrook
Lower Mainland
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Riverway Golf Course, Burnaby
Vancouver Island - March 11, Uplands Golf Club
New Golf Media
Derek Orr, PGA of Canada Head Teaching Professional
Jordie Oberg, Custom Media Solutions & Marketing Wizard
GM Panel
Jeff Palmer, PGA of Canada Executive Professional
Richard Ingle, PGA of Canada Executive Professional
Others TBA
Coaching Elite Amateurs
Jennifer Greggain, Associate Coach, Team Canada - Women
REGISTRATION
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES & MORE INFORMATION
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Interior - March 18, Gallagher's Canyon Golf Club
Coaching vs. Teaching
Conner Kozak, PGA of Canada Class "A" Professional
Club Culture Panel
Rob Tadey, PGA of Canada Head Golf Professional
Adam Blair, PGA of Canada Executive Professional
Rob Anderson, PGA of Canada Head Golf Professional
Bruce Vermee, PGA of Canada Head Golf Professional
Crisis Management: Roundtable Discussion
Cody Bell, General Manager, Talking Rock Golf Course
REGISTRATION
SPEAKER BIOGRAPHIES & MORE INFORMATION
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Full lineups will be announced and registration opened for the Kootenays and Lower Mainland Education Series events shortly.
The PGA of BC extends our gratitude to the expert speakers who will be joining us for the Education Series, many of whom are PGA of Canada professionals.
For more information, please reach out to Communications & Marketing Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org. We look forward to seeing you at one of four stops across the province!
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CALL FOR PGA OF BC COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES | |
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The PGA of BC will soon be constituting its new standing committees of the Board of Directors, and the Association encourages professionals to put their names forward for consideration if interested in serving. To increase involvement with the membership-at-large, committees have been formed to address specific areas of development for the PGA of British Columbia. The committees address the following areas:
Tournaments Committee
To oversee and assist with planning tournaments of excellence for PGA of BC Members.
Education Committee
Assist in the planning of exceptional seminars and recruit industry leading educators. Assist in planning and developing Trade Shows that meet association needs.
Community Engagement Committee
To increase the awareness of the PGA of BC in the public's perception, by encouraging members to participate in community volunteerism, fundraising efforts, and by positively promoting the PGA of BC via social media and other avenues.
Membership & Employment Committee
Oversees membership inflow, outflow, category transfers and member services. Assists in developing policy on member standards and employment. Seeks creative methods of profiling and promoting members.
Assistants' Committee *New for 2025
Gathers a group of committed PGA of BC members to develop recommendations to the Board of Directors in the best interests of its largest membership category: Assistant golf professionals.
If you are interested in serving on any of the above committees, or have any other questions, please reach out to Executive Director Mark Strong at mark@pgabc.org.
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PING CANADA TO SERVE AS TITLE SPONSOR OF 2025 TOURNAMENT OF CHAMPIONS | |
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The PGA of BC is pleased to announce that PING Canada has renewed and expanded its partnership with the Association, elevating its support of the Tournament of Champions from Presenting Sponsor to Title Sponsor.
A longtime supporter of the PGA of BC and its member professionals, PING Canada has played a key role in the success of the Tournament of Champions, a unique event showcasing club champions alongside PGA of BC professionals. The Association sincerely appreciates PING Canada’s continued commitment to growing the game and supporting competitive golf in British Columbia.
The 2025 Tournament of Champions will take place May 26 at Fairview Mountain Golf Club in Oliver.
Members are encouraged to reach out to the following individuals to thank them for their support and for any retail needs:
Dave Wilson, General Manager, PING Canada: davew@ping.com
Terry Graham, Sales Representative, PING Canada: terrygr@ping.com
Adrian Deakin, Sales Representative, PING Canada: adriand@ping.com
For more information, please visit the PING Canada website.
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITY: TWO-DAY SEMINAR WITH DR. MARK BULL | |
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Biomechanics expert Dr. Mark Bull will be hosting a two-day seminar at Elite Golf Club in Richmond on Sunday, May 18 and Monday, May 19. PGA of BC members are encouraged to attend as it presents a valuable opportunity to gain insights from a leading swing movement expert while earning Professional Development Program points.
Dr. Bull holds a PhD in Sport, Exercise and Rehabilitation Science from Birmingham University and is a full member of the British PGA.
He developed and designed Bull3D and is a pioneer in the world of human movement and golf swing performance allowing him to provide innovative sport science and biomechanical services to golf.
Dr. Bull runs the Bull3D online academy and provides education and mentoring to over 500 PGA coaches as well as multiple physiotherapists, chiropractors and strength coaches.
The seminar will run for 6-8 hours each day, with the second day featuring four full lessons to better understand Dr. Bull’s process. Members can attend the Seminar for $700, and will earn eight Professional Development Program points for their participation.
We encourage those interested to register as soon as possible as attendance is limited. To register today, please reach out to Mike Aizawa at smaizawa@gmail.com.
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SAVE THE DATE: OPERATION36 INFORMATION SESSION WITH JEFF OVERHOLT | |
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Correction: Last week's E-News incorrectly stated that March 25 falls on a Monday. In fact, the Information Session will take place on Tuesday, March 25. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Harvest Golf Club Teaching Professional Jeff Overholt will host an online Information Session next month. Overholt's presentation, titled "From 0 to 100: My last four years in growing our Junior Program post-Covid, using Operation36," will introduce attendees to the Operation36 program and explain how it can be deployed at their club.
The Information Session will take place Tuesday, March 25 at 9:00am PT. This Information Session will be FREE for all PGA of BC members and will be hosted via Zoom. Members wishing to attend the Information Session can register for the event HERE.
Operation 36 is a player development program designed to introduce golfers of all ages and skill levels to the game through a structured, measurable, and engaging approach. The program challenges participants to start from 25 yards out and progress incrementally to shooting par (36) for nine holes. With expert coaching, on-course experience, and a community-driven model, Operation 36 has become a leading development pathway for golfers looking to improve and enjoy the game.
To learn more about Operation 36, please visit their website at the link above or reach out to Overholt at joverholt@harvestgolf.com.
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The PGA of Canada Member Assistance Program (MAP) provided by Family Services Employee Assistance Programs (FSEAP) is a benefit for PGA of Canada members offered by an experienced national provider with a background in not-for-profit organizations and member-based associations.
The MAP provides members and eligible immediate family members with access to free, professional, and confidential counseling, coaching, and consulting services. These services can help you manage personal, family, and/or work-related concerns.
For full details on the MAP and how you can reach their 24-hour services, please click here.
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Used Range Balls ($25 per box)
- 3 Boxes (approx. 20 dozen balls per box) White TaylorMade Practice Balls. AA/A Grade, no logoing.
- 3 Boxes Yellow Srixon Marathon Range Balls with Marine Drive logo. A/B Grade.
Please reach out to Shawn Keough at skeough@marine-drive.com for all inquiries.
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If you would like to place an advertisement in the Classifieds section, please contact Marketing & Communications Manager Graham Abraham at graham@pgabc.org to place a listing. | |
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SAVE THE DATE
UPCOMING EVENTS
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March 11
Regional Education Series - Vancouver Island
Uplands Golf Club, Victoria, BC
REGISTER
March 18
Regional Education Series - Interior
Gallagher's Canyon Golf Club, Kelowna, BC
REGISTER
March 25
Operation36 Free Online Information Session with Jeff Overholt
Via Zoom
REGISTER
March 31
Regional Education Series - Kootenays
St. Eugene Golf Resort & Casino, Cranbrook, BC
April 15
Regional Education Series - Lower Mainland Riverway Golf Course, Burnaby, BC
May 5
Sponsor-Media Appreciation Invitational
University Golf Club, Vancouver, BC
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