SOUTH FLORIDA PGA
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List of Services
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PRO-ASSISTANT CHAMPIONSHIP JUNE 9-10 | VERANDAH GOLF CLUBMORE INFO PRO-ASSISTANT CHAMPIONSHIP
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E-Z-GO SOUTH FLORIDA OPEN JUNE 24-26 | MIROMAR LAKES GOLF CLUB / BONITA BAY CLUBMORE INFO E-Z-GO SOUTH FLORIDA OPEN
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YAMAHA JUNIOR-SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP JULY 2 | LOST CITY GOLF CLUBMORE INFO YAMAHA JUNIOR-SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIP
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YAMAHA PRO-PRO CHAMPIONSHIP JULY 8-9 | HAMMOCK BAY / THE ROOKERY AT MARCOMORE INFO YAMAHA PRO-PRO CHAMPIONSHIP
What's the News?
May 15, 2025
(North Palm Beach, FL - May 15, 2025) - The South Florida PGA hosted its 9th Annual PGA HOPE Classic at Lost Tree Club, raising nearly $85,000 to support the South Florida PGA Foundation’s flagship program, PGA HOPE. The PGA HOPE Classic raises funds to enhance the lives of veterans through the game of golf, helping to improve their mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being. Established in 2015, the South Florida PGA HOPE program has impacted the lives of nearly 2,000 Veterans at 122 different 6-week programs with the help of 189 PGA of America Golf Professionals. Competing in teams of four in a one-net best-ball format, this year’s HOPE Classic was won by Foundation supporter, Hunter Hallowell, and his team of Kris Kampsen, Dr. Lee Greenwald, and Peter Mendina, with a score of 57. For the fourth straight year, Lost Tree Club served as the host facility. The facility is led by PGA Director of Golf Brian Peaper, PGA Head Professional Mike Kostelnik, and three PGA Assistant Professionals. This year's event was also presented by Keiser University and supported by Raymond James, Rob Torrington, Weber Ranch Vodka and Bank United.
By Chance Bressler
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May 13, 2025
(Jupiter, FL / May 13, 2025) - Alan Morin, PGA , carded a 3-under back nine to capture the 38th Annual South Florida Senior Open, supported by Wilson Golf at Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club at Old Trail - Medal Course. After an opening round, 3-under 69, Morin, the Assistant Professional at the Club at Ibis, trailed Joe Kern, PGA of Mangrove Sands Golf Club, by two shots. Heading into the final round after significant rain overnight, Morin knew birdies were on the table. “The greens were soft with all the rain, so you can fly it right at the flag and don't have to worry about the ball taking off you,” Morin explained. “So it frees your mind up.” With a 2-under performance on the front nine, Morin had secured the solo lead heading into the final nine, with Morin ultimately prevailing, finishing at 8-under, while Kern finished at 6-under and in solo second. “I played steady today and I finally made a few putts today,” Morin said, holding his second career South Florida Senior Open trophy. Finishing in a tie for third at 4-under was Tim Cantwell, PGA of PGA National Golf Club, Jared Isaacs, PGA of Adios Golf Club and Rod Curl, PGA of Cranewatch of Evergreen. The event also featured age divisions with the following Professionals taking home first-place honors: 60-69 (T1) = Jim Karr, PGA - Palm Beach Country Club | Victor Tortorici, PGA - Sailfish Sands Golf Club | Matt Ball, PGA Delray Indoor Golf Center (1-under) 70-74 = Joseph Bostic, PGA - Turtle Creek Club (6-under) 75+ = Fred Harkness, PGA - PGA Life Member (8-over) Wilson Golf supported the South Florida Senior Open at Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club. For the second consecutive year and the 12th time in the event's history, Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club at Old Trail has served as the host facility. The team is led by PGA Director Brian Corbit, PGA Head Professional Jared Werner, and five PGA Assistant Professionals.
May 13, 2025
(Charlotte, North Carolina - May 12, 2025) - The South Florida PGA made its debut appearance at the 2025 PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup on Monday, hosted at Carmel Country Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, enjoying several days of camaraderie before the ninth playing of the prestigious event. The PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup celebrates the transformative power of PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) by honoring Veterans and the PGA Professionals who lead with purpose and compassion to positively impact their lives. The event, held annually in conjunction with PGA Championship Week, began in 2016 and is named in honor of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the long-standing partnership between PGA HOPE and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Each Secretary’s Cup team featured four PGA HOPE Graduates and one PGA of America Professional or Associate in a five-person scramble format. Competing against 11 other PGA of America Sections, Team South Florida, led by PGA Associate and U.S. Army Veteran Zach Anzaroot of The Rookery at Marco, completed play at 2-over, finishing in a tie for tenth. Prior to the week culminating on the golf course, team South Florida arrived in Charlotte last Friday, enjoying a special welcome dinner, a trip to the NASCAR Hall of Fame for the events reception, and a team practice round. Each team member was proudly recognized on the first tee with their name and branch of service. Additionally, team South Florida was gifted custom golf bags from Vessel Golf, custom headcovers and shoe bags from Winston Collection, and apparel, including polos and mid layers from Dunning Golf. In its first trip to the PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup, the following South Florida PGA HOPE Graduates made up team South Florida: Patti Baker – U.S. Air Force Richard George – U.S. Navy Dwight Hanners – U.S. Navy Chris Short – U.S. Army Zach Anzaroot, PGA Associate, The Rookery at Marco – U.S. Army
About SFPGA
The South Florida Section of the PGA of America is an association of golf professionals whose mission is to promote interest, participation and enjoyment in the game of golf; establish and maintain professional standards or practice; and enhance the well-being of golf professionals.
What's the News?
May 15, 2025
(North Palm Beach, FL - May 15, 2025) - The South Florida PGA hosted its 9th Annual PGA HOPE Classic at Lost Tree Club, raising nearly $85,000 to support the South Florida PGA Foundation’s flagship program, PGA HOPE. The PGA HOPE Classic raises funds to enhance the lives of veterans through the game of golf, helping to improve their mental, emotional, physical, and social well-being. Established in 2015, the South Florida PGA HOPE program has impacted the lives of nearly 2,000 Veterans at 122 different 6-week programs with the help of 189 PGA of America Golf Professionals. Competing in teams of four in a one-net best-ball format, this year’s HOPE Classic was won by Foundation supporter, Hunter Hallowell, and his team of Kris Kampsen, Dr. Lee Greenwald, and Peter Mendina, with a score of 57. For the fourth straight year, Lost Tree Club served as the host facility. The facility is led by PGA Director of Golf Brian Peaper, PGA Head Professional Mike Kostelnik, and three PGA Assistant Professionals. This year's event was also presented by Keiser University and supported by Raymond James, Rob Torrington, Weber Ranch Vodka and Bank United.
By Chance Bressler
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May 13, 2025
(Jupiter, FL / May 13, 2025) - Alan Morin, PGA , carded a 3-under back nine to capture the 38th Annual South Florida Senior Open, supported by Wilson Golf at Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club at Old Trail - Medal Course. After an opening round, 3-under 69, Morin, the Assistant Professional at the Club at Ibis, trailed Joe Kern, PGA of Mangrove Sands Golf Club, by two shots. Heading into the final round after significant rain overnight, Morin knew birdies were on the table. “The greens were soft with all the rain, so you can fly it right at the flag and don't have to worry about the ball taking off you,” Morin explained. “So it frees your mind up.” With a 2-under performance on the front nine, Morin had secured the solo lead heading into the final nine, with Morin ultimately prevailing, finishing at 8-under, while Kern finished at 6-under and in solo second. “I played steady today and I finally made a few putts today,” Morin said, holding his second career South Florida Senior Open trophy. Finishing in a tie for third at 4-under was Tim Cantwell, PGA of PGA National Golf Club, Jared Isaacs, PGA of Adios Golf Club and Rod Curl, PGA of Cranewatch of Evergreen. The event also featured age divisions with the following Professionals taking home first-place honors: 60-69 (T1) = Jim Karr, PGA - Palm Beach Country Club | Victor Tortorici, PGA - Sailfish Sands Golf Club | Matt Ball, PGA Delray Indoor Golf Center (1-under) 70-74 = Joseph Bostic, PGA - Turtle Creek Club (6-under) 75+ = Fred Harkness, PGA - PGA Life Member (8-over) Wilson Golf supported the South Florida Senior Open at Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club. For the second consecutive year and the 12th time in the event's history, Jonathan’s Landing Golf Club at Old Trail has served as the host facility. The team is led by PGA Director Brian Corbit, PGA Head Professional Jared Werner, and five PGA Assistant Professionals.
May 13, 2025
(Charlotte, North Carolina - May 12, 2025) - The South Florida PGA made its debut appearance at the 2025 PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup on Monday, hosted at Carmel Country Club in Charlotte, North Carolina, enjoying several days of camaraderie before the ninth playing of the prestigious event. The PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup celebrates the transformative power of PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) by honoring Veterans and the PGA Professionals who lead with purpose and compassion to positively impact their lives. The event, held annually in conjunction with PGA Championship Week, began in 2016 and is named in honor of the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the long-standing partnership between PGA HOPE and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Each Secretary’s Cup team featured four PGA HOPE Graduates and one PGA of America Professional or Associate in a five-person scramble format. Competing against 11 other PGA of America Sections, Team South Florida, led by PGA Associate and U.S. Army Veteran Zach Anzaroot of The Rookery at Marco, completed play at 2-over, finishing in a tie for tenth. Prior to the week culminating on the golf course, team South Florida arrived in Charlotte last Friday, enjoying a special welcome dinner, a trip to the NASCAR Hall of Fame for the events reception, and a team practice round. Each team member was proudly recognized on the first tee with their name and branch of service. Additionally, team South Florida was gifted custom golf bags from Vessel Golf, custom headcovers and shoe bags from Winston Collection, and apparel, including polos and mid layers from Dunning Golf. In its first trip to the PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup, the following South Florida PGA HOPE Graduates made up team South Florida: Patti Baker – U.S. Air Force Richard George – U.S. Navy Dwight Hanners – U.S. Navy Chris Short – U.S. Army Zach Anzaroot, PGA Associate, The Rookery at Marco – U.S. Army
