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Team Southern Ohio PGA Earns Largest Point Total; Third Consecutive Victory to Finish 27th Ohio Cup in Historic Fashion

WORTHINGTON, OH – Team Southern Ohio PGA prevailed 20.5-11.5 in the 27th Ohio Cup, winning the title for a third-consecutive year over Team Northern Ohio PGA at Worthington Hills Country Club on Wednesday.   “The takeaway is the Southern

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Team Southern Ohio PGA Takes Lead in Ohio Cup after Opening Fourball, Foursome Matches

WORTHINGTON, OH – The 27th Ohio Cup began at Worthington Hills Country Club on Tuesday, pitting Team Northern Ohio PGA against two-time defending champions Team Southern Ohio PGA.  The two teams matched up for rounds of Fourball and Foursome

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Team Southern Ohio PGA Embraces Preparation for 27th Ohio Cup

WORTHINGTON, OH – Sixteen PGA Professionals will represent the Southern Ohio Section this week competing at Worthington Hills Country Club as part of the Ryder-cup style Ohio Cup on Tuesday and Wednesday. “The Ohio Cup for me is the most

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Austin’s Trust in Instincts and in Her Team Highlights Golf Shop Success

FAIRBORN, OH – The Southern Ohio PGA is excited to name Krissy Austin, PGA Head Professional at Golf Club of Dublin, the 2023 SOPGA Merchandiser of the Year at a Public facility.    Krissy Austin, PGA Head Professional at Golf Club of

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Southern Ohio PGA Team Prepares to Defend Title at 27th Ohio Cup

FAIRBORN, OH – 16 PGA Professionals are set to represent the Southern Ohio PGA in defending their championship title at the 27th Ohio Cup.  The Southern Ohio PGA Ohio Cup team is made possible thanks to the continued support of longtime SOPGA

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Grunder to Keynote Southern Ohio PGA Annual Fall Meeting

FAIRBORN, OH – The upcoming Southern Ohio PGA Fall Meeting will provide an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow PGA of America Golf Professionals at Pinnacle Golf Club on Monday, October 23, 2023.  The meeting will be highlighted by

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Sowards Goes Six for Six at 78th Southern Ohio PGA Senior Professional Championship

DAYTON, OH – Bob Sowards, PGA claimed the 78th Southern Ohio PGA Senior Professional Championship title presented by Cadillac. “I just love to compete,” reflected Sowards about his experience on the course this week. “My attitude is I

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Arnold and Sowards Back On Top at 78th Southern Ohio PGA Senior Professional Championship Through Opening Round

DAYTON, OH – Sam Arnold, PGA, and Bob Sowards, PGA, are tied for the lead at three-under-par in the 78th Southern Ohio PGA Senior Professional Championship presented by Cadillac held at Walnut Grove Country Club in Dayton, OH. Sam Arnold, PGA,

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Falardeau Finds the Value in Surrounding Yourself with Talented Peers

FAIRBORN, OH – The Southern Ohio PGA is excited to name Joe Falardeau, PGA Head Professional at Scioto Country Club, the 2023 SOPGA Merchandiser of the Year at a Private facility.  Joe Falardeau, PGA Head Professional at Scioto Country Club,

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Kern Claims Title at 78th Southern Ohio PGA Professional Championship

SPRINGBORO, OH – Ben Kern, PGA claimed the 78th Southern Ohio PGA Professional Championship title presented by Corebridge Financial, Club Car, and Rolex, and supported by Titleist / FootJoy, Callaway, Nike, and TaylorMade. “I just played a

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