PGA of BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
2UNDR
The vision of 2UNDR was simple. Inspired by the kangaroo pouch, 2UNDR set out to create a high-performance men’s athletic underwear with the versatility of everyday use. Using the most advanced construction techniques and materials, 2UNDR separates your equipment from your body to reduce unwanted skin-on-skin contact. With more support than a standard brief and improved airflow to keep you cool. 2UNDR also has an excellent assortment of golf polos, shorts, socks, hats and towels rounding out this underwear brand into an all in one golf apparel brand!
 
2UNDR was designed in Vancouver but is worn everywhere. Brand ambassadors include PGA Tour stars Rickie Fowler and Matt Every, plus many other major and action-sport athletes throughout North America.
 
Part of the Rampion Enterprises Ltd. brand family, 2UNDR is a Bronze-level Preferred Partner of the Association and presenting sponsor of the PGA of BC’s Golf Shop of the Year Award.
REGISTRATION FOR 2023 SPRING EDUCATION SEMINAR CLOSES JANUARY 27th
The 2023 PGA of BC Spring Education Seminar returns to Tsawwassen Springs Golf on February 6th and 7th with a lineup of expert speakers.

The Spring Education Seminar will once again represent a crucial opportunity for PGA of BC members to obtain points toward the Professional Development Program Order of Merit presented by Sunice & Bobby Jones. Members will receive eight (8) PDP points for each day they attend and sign-in at registration.

Registration is open now and is priced at $139 (plus GST) for PGA of BC members. Non-members are welcome to register for $239 (plus GST) and with the reference of a Class “A” member.

Click here to access the event page and learn more about each speaker and the content of their presentations.

Registration closes Friday, January 27th at 4 PM PT. Please visit the link below to register
LOWER MAINLAND EDUCATION SERIES EVENT SETS ATTENDANCE RECORD
Golf professionals from around the province were treated to an outstanding and informative event at Marine Drive Golf Club to kick off the 2023 PGA of BC Education Series presented by Foresight Sports Canada, with presentations from experts with a diverse range of experience.

This set an Education Series attendance record with over 70 professionals coming together to further their knowledge and benefit their clubs and communities.

The PGA of BC would like to thank host Head Professional Padraic O’Rourke and the entire team at Marine Drive Golf Club for providing a fantastic setting for the Education Series event. The Association also extends its appreciation to presenting sponsor Foresight Sports Canada for its generous support of our Education Series.

Members are reminded that more opportunities for professional development exist in the months ahead, including the first PGA of BC Virtual Education Session of the year on January 30th, . Please click here to find our event schedule and more information about upcoming speakers. Please visit the link below to read a recap of 2023's first event.
NEW MEMBER VIRTUAL SOCIAL TO BE HELD JANUARY 26th
Following an unforeseen disruption as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Association is proud to recommence the highly regarded Career Advisory Program. In anticipation of the program’s launch, the PGA of BC is inviting all new members onboarded from 2020 thru 2022 to join us for a virtual social gathering.
 
The event will be held on Thursday, January 26th at 10 AM PT via Zoom. The PGA of BC Administration team will provide the Zoom link the day of the event on the Careers Advisory Program website found below (login required) . Participants will have the opportunity to network with their fellow PGA of BC members, as well as discuss any questions, concerns, and success stories with PGA of BC Programs Manager Dan Czerwenka, as well as PGA of BC Board of Director Member Cindy Soukoroff. Revelstoke Golf Club Executive Professional Dean Jackson will also be joining to help provide insights for attendees.
 
If you have any questions about the event or would like to propose topics of discussion ahead of the event, please reach out to Dan Czerwenka at dan@pgabc.org. There is no attendance sign-up required; all applicable members are welcome to attend at their own convenience.
WESTERN GOLFEXPO RETURNS TO ABBOTSFORD FEBRUARY 24th-25th
The Western GOLFEXPO returns in person to Tradex in Abbotsford this February. The GOLFEXPO will include a large demo range, seminar stage, multi-vendor retail area, fashion show, putting and long drive contests, family friendly activities and much more. New for 2023 will be a golf industry careers section.

The GOLFEXPO takes place February 24th and 25th. Juniors aged 16 and under are free with a paid adult.

The event has multiple slots open on both Friday, February 24 and Saturday, February 25 to present to attendees. If you are interested in being a part of the event as a speaker or volunteer, please email PGA of BC Interim Executive Director Jared Siminoff at jared@pgabc.org.

Individual adult tickets as well as ticket bundles that include a 2023 BC Golfer’s Red Book are available at the link below.
PGA OF BC NAMES TOP 100 GOLF PROFESSIONALS OF 2022
The PGA of BC is proud to recognize its Top 100 Golf Professionals of 2022, as determined by the Association’s Professional Development Program (PDP) Order of Merit presented by Sunice & Bobby Jones.

Brian McDonald, Executive Professional at Fairview Mountain Golf Club, has topped the 2022 PDP Order of Merit for a second consecutive year, becoming the first two-time winner of the program. McDonald amassed 109 points over the course of the year, topping this year’s standings by 11-points. 

2022 PGA of Canada Pat Fletcher Retailer of the Year recipient and Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club Head Professional Ashley Zibrik finished runner-up in this year’s standings, having accumulated 98 points throughout 2022. Fairview Mountain Golf Club Head Professional Rob Tadey and 2022 Dick Munn Golf Professional of the Year Nathan Grieve (Talking Rock Golf Course) finished in a tie for third place at 97 points, just a single-point back of Zibrik.

For full details including the entire Top 100 list, please visit the link below.
2023 PGA OF BC ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING SET FOR FEBRUARY 6th
The Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association of British Columbia (the “Association”) will be held on Monday February 6, 2023, beginning at 4:15 pm at Tsawwassen Springs Golf, 5133 Springs Blvd, Tsawwassen, BC V4M 0A6, for the following purposes:

  1. To receive the financial statements of the Association for the period ended November 30, 2022, and the auditor’s report thereon;
  2. To appoint auditors for the ensuing year, and to authorize the directors to fix their remuneration;
  3. To pass motion to vote in new directors of the Association;
  4. To approve all acts, deeds and proceedings of the directors since the last Annual General Meeting;
  5. To transact such other business as may properly come before the meeting or any adjournment thereof.

For more information, please visit the link below.
CLASSIFIEDS
2 RANGE SERVANT RS 38K FOR SALE

Range Servant RS 38K - 1 year old - $3,500. obo
Unit was purchased new and was used for one full season. All components are in very good shape and served us very well.  
-8,000 balls/ hour wash production
-Vibro-feed hopper
-Easy to maintain and clean
-1,000 ball capacity load hopper
 
Range Servant RS 38K - 4 years old - $1,500. obo
Unit was purchased new and was used for four full seasons. All components are in reasonably good shape and the unit was a very reliable part of our range services. The washing brush was recently replaced and is in good order.  
-8,000 balls/ hour wash production
-Vibro-feed hopper
-Easy to maintain and clean
-1,000 ball capacity load hopper

Please contact Clint Foley at cfoley@marine-drive.com or 604.261.3212.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Michelle Waters has successfully completed the National Training Academy and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club

Geordie Miller has successfully completed the National Training Academy and becomes a Class "A" Professional at Capilano Golf & Country Club

Jared Siminoff has left Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community and joins the PGA of BC as a Class "A" Professional
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Aberdeen Glen Golf Course - Assistant Golf Professional
Birchbank Golf Course - Assistant Golf Professional
Cranbrook Golf Club - Apprentice/Assistant Golf Professional
Pacific Golf Academy - Teaching Professional
British Columbia Golf - Performance Golf Coach
FACT OF THE WEEK
After a two-year hiatus, Canucks Junior Golf Week made a successful return in 2022. Did you know that last year the Association saw a record number of courses hold camps across the Province? Over 30 facilities helped introduce or grow the game with young golfers ages 5-17. The Association is working with the Canucks and our presenting sponsors to maintain the momentum gained last year and grow the initiative further in 2023.

Any facility interested in participating in Canucks Junior Golf Week and helping the PGA of BC celebrate and grow junior golf across our province is asked to contact Dan Czerwenka, Programs Manager at dan@pgabc.org. Hosting camps is a great opportunity to give back to the game, while also providing opportunities for members to recruit new students. Canucks merchandise will continue to be provided to all attending kids and FIN is expected to continue to appear at multiple camps, with plans in 2023 to travel outside of the Lower Mainland. A sign-up reminder and more details will be made available closer to the event’s kick-off this summer.
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