PGA Professional Golf Management (PGA PGM) Program
In order to become a PGA Member, you'll first need to become a registered Associate and go through the PGA Professional Golf Management (PGA PGM) Program.
Southern Ohio PGA News
Jones and Kern punch ticket to 2026 PGA Championship
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Fresh off the marathon that is the PGA Professional Championship (PPC), two PGA of America Golf Professionals from the Southern
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Kern and Jones within striking distance at the PGA Professional Championship
BANDON, Oregon (April 28, 2026) ー The Bandon Dunes course at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort was certainly likely to present a difficult test. When
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New Member Spotlight: Dakotah McClain, PGA
DAYTON, OH — The Southern Ohio PGA is proud to congratulate the newest member of the PGA of America in our section, Dakotah McClain, PGA! Dakotah
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SOPGA Team Match Play Championship
Mon 04 - 12:00 AM, Various SitesPlay Yellow Birdie Bash
Mon 11 - 12:00 AMSOPGA Legacy Championship
Mon 18 - 12:00 AMSouthern Ohio PGA Partners
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Birdie Bash is three days away and you can DOUBLE your support right now! Our friends at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday are MATCHING all pledges made this weekend, up to $20,000!!!
That's double the smiles, double the memories and double the impact you can have on ...children's medicine in our communities.
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Birdie Bash is three days away and you can DOUBLE your support right now! Our friends at the Memorial Tournament presented by Workday are MATCHING all pledges made this weekend, up to $20,000!!!
That's double the smiles, double the memories and double the impact you can have on ...children's medicine in our communities.
72 holes because every minute, 72 kids are admitted to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals across the country.
One week from Birdie Bash.
Help us finish strong.
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Team Kinsale picks up another win at the E-Z-GO Spring Pro-Pro! Bob Sowards and Andy Montgomery teamed up to shot 5-under and win by two shots! Thank you to Danny Hayes of Lake Erie Golf Cars for supporting the SOPGA!
Team Kinsale picks up another win at the E-Z-GO Spring Pro-Pro! Bob Sowards and Andy Montgomery teamed up to shot 5-under and win by two shots! Thank you to Danny Hayes of Lake Erie Golf Cars for supporting the SOPGA!
Welcome to Ohio State Golf Club for the E-Z-GO Spring Pro-Pro! Thank you to our sponsors: E-Z-GO, Cobra Puma Golf, FH Wadsworth, Homestretch Golf, Strackaline and Signs By The Sea!
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We’re still buzzing about Jared Jones booking a trip to the PGA Championship next week!
Two tee times at the PGA Championship, please! Congratulations to Ben Kern of Hickory Hills Golf Club and Jared Jones of Scioto Country Club for securing a spot at the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club!!!
Two tee times at the PGA Championship, please! Congratulations to Ben Kern of Hickory Hills Golf Club and Jared Jones of Scioto Country Club for securing a spot at the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club!!!
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PGA Golf Management University Program
The PGA Golf Management University Program is offered at 18 universities nationwide. Each participating university has specific entrance requirements.
Test-out Option for Current and Former LPGA Members
Each applicant will be evaluated on the merits of her membership status with the LPGA to determine if she qualifies for and will be approved to work toward membership in the PGA of America.
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