Centerville, Ohio – Jeff Grant, PGA, General Manager and COO of NCR Country Club, was elected President of the Southern Ohio PGA on Monday, October 20, 2025 at the Southern Ohio PGA Annual Fall Meeting.

“As I step into the role of President, my priority is simple: to put our members first in everything we do,” noted Grant following the meeting. “Together, we will build upon the tremendous foundation laid by past leadership, strengthen our programs and services, and continue to move the Southern Ohio PGA toward becoming one of the very best Sections in the country — one that others look to emulate.”

Succeeding Grant as Vice President is Joe Falardeau, PGA, the Director of Golf at Scioto Country Club in Columbus, OH. Rob Karnes, PGA, Director of Golf at NCR Country Club was elected the new Secretary of the Southern Ohio PGA.

Starr, Stills Chosen as At-Large Directors

Matt Starr, PGA, Head Professional at Meadow Links & Golf Academy and Mike Stills, PGA, Head Professional at Jefferson Golf and Country Club were elected as At-Large Directors with the Southern Ohio PGA. Both will serve two-year terms that started immediately following their election, ending at the Fall Meeting in 2027.

Starr has been involved with the PGA HOPE program since 2018 and serves on the PGA REACH Southern Ohio Managing Directors. He’s previously served as an Officer on the Southwest Chapter board and is a Certified Professional in General Management, Golf Operations, Teaching & Coaching, and Player Development. Starr has claimed a number of SOPGA Awards, including Golf Professional of the Year in 2023.

Stills has been a prominent figure with the Central Ohio Chapter of Folds of Honor while also serving on numerous SOPGA committees in the past. He earned the Patriot Award in 2020 and 2021.

Dues Resolution Passes

A resolution to update Section dues for most Class A Members from $426 to $450 and for most Class B Associate from $331 to $350 passed.

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Positions on the Associate, Junior Golf, Membership and Tournament Committees are open. Committees will be led by an At-Large Director from the Board and will be made up of seven total members.

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