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On the job for a few months now, take a moment to get to know the next PGA WORKS Fellow of the SOPGA, Issie Spray. Issie is a native of Leeds, England and joins 22 others in the 2025-2026 class of PGA of America REACH Foundation WORKS Fellows. SOPGA:

The Player Development Award Winner…For Ben Chandler, PGA, growing the game of golf has never been just about teaching swings. It’s about developing complete players and helping people grow as individuals through the sport. In recognition of

BEAVERCREEK, OH (September 9, 2025) – Beavercreek Golf Club’s own Steve Klick, PGA, claimed his first Southern Ohio PGA Senior Section Championship, outlasting a talented field and holding off nerves to win on his home course. Klick, the

The Youth Player Development Award Winner…For the third time in four years, Chris Yoder, PGA, Director of Youth Player Development at Scioto Country Club, has been recognized as the Southern Ohio PGA Youth Player Development Award recipient.

NEW ALBANY, Ohio – Bob Sowards added another victory to his decorated Southern Ohio PGA career, winning the 2025 SOPGA New Albany Classic at New Albany Country Club with a bogey-free six-under 66. The round featured three birdies on each side

DAYTON, OH — The Southern Ohio PGA is proud to congratulate the newest member of the PGA of America in our section, Ryan Wilkinson, PGA! Ryan was elected to membership in December of 2024 and is an Assistant Professional at Worthington Hills

15 PGA of America Golf Professionals selected for leadership development program…FRISCO, Texas  – The PGA of America has announced the 15 PGA of America Golf Professionals who will take part in the 10th cohort of the Association’s PGA

The Professional Development Award Winner…For nearly two decades, Jeff McEldowney, PGA, has made professional development not just a personal priority, but a pillar of the culture he’s built at GOLFTEC Columbus. His relentless commitment to

Assistant PGA Professional of the Year…In the world of golf, excellence is rarely the product of one skill alone. It’s the seamless blending of work ethic, adaptability and passion for the game. At NCR Country Club, Hannah McCrabb embodies

Associate of the Year…The Southern Ohio PGA is proud to recognize Adam Taulbee, Assistant Golf Professional at Elks Run Golf Club, as the 2025 Associate of the Year. Known for his unwavering dedication, infectious passion for the game, and