Radnor, Pa. (May 12, 2026) — With the largest first-place prize available from any event across the PGA of America’s 41 nationwide Sections, the 28th Annual Haverford Philadelphia PGA Classic returns to Sunnybrook Golf Club in Plymouth Meeting, Pa., on May 26.

One-hundred-thirty-two PGA of America Golf Professionals will compete for the $100,000 first-place prize money, won in 2025 by Trevor Bensel, PGA of America Golf Professional at LuLu Country Club. The professionals will be joined by 16 amateurs.

“Year after year, the Haverford PGA Classic brings together exceptional talent from across our region for an experience that not only benefits our players but also the golf community,” said Joe McLaughlin, Chairman & CEO of Haverford Trust. “As we gear up for the tournament’s 28th year, we look forward to welcoming 132 PGA of America Golf Professionals and 16 amateurs for another exciting day of competition.”

“We’re incredibly grateful to Mr. George Connell and the entire Haverford Trust team for 28 years of unmatched support and continued investment in our PGA Professionals,” said Geoff Surrette, PGA, Philadelphia PGA Section Executive Director. “This tournament not only elevates the game but also strengthens the golf community throughout the Philadelphia region.”

The tournament was last won in 2025 by Trevor Bensel. Bensel bettered Rolling Green Golf Club’s Braden Shattuck, PGA, by one stroke. He made seven birdies and two bogeys, and made a terrific up-and-down for par on No. 18 to secure his victory. In front of hundreds of fans, Bensel finished 5 under par with an overall score of 67 in a pool made up of 148 players (132 PGA of America Golf Professionals and 16 Amateurs).

For more information on the 28th Annual Haverford Philadelphia PGA Classic, visit golfgenius.com/pages/5750030.

Haverford Trust Company Founder & Director, George Connell (left); Vice Chair, Binney Wietlisbach (second from left); Chairman & CEO, Joe McLaughlin (second from right); President, Keith Aleardi (right); present the 27th Annual Haverford Philadelphia PGA Classic winner’s trophy and $100,000 first-place check to Trevor Bensel, PGA Professional from LuLu Country Club in Glenside, Pa.

Tournament Facts
Tournament Name – The Haverford Philadelphia PGA Classic
Sponsor – The Haverford Trust Company
Venue – Sunnybrook Golf Club – Plymouth Meeting, Pa.
Yardage – 6,893
Par – 72
Host Professional – Brad Sanders, PGA
Total Purse – $167,600 / 1st Place Prize – $100,000
2025 Champion – Trevor Bensel, PGA, LuLu Country Club  – Score – 5-under-par 67
2025 Runner Up – Braden Shattuck, PGA, Rolling Green Golf Club  – Score – 4-under-par 68
Field – 148 (132 PGA of America Golf Professionals, 16 amateurs)

Past Champions Eligible to Play
Dave Quinn, PGA – 2001, 2005
Dave Roberts, PGA – 2002
George Forster, PGA – 2008
Hugh Reilly, PGA – 2011
Scott Reilly, PGA – 2012
Billy Stewart – 2013
Rusty Harbold, PGA – 2014
Dave McNabb, PGA – 2016
Andrew Turner, PGA – 2017
Mark Parson, PGA – 2018
George Forster, PGA – 2019
Parks Price, PGA – 2021
Brian Bergstol, PGA – 2023
John Pillar, PGA – 2024
Trevor Bensel, PGA – 2025

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About Haverford
The Haverford Trust Company was founded in 1979 on Philadelphia’s landmark Rittenhouse Square. Since our founding, one thing has remained unchanged…our commitment to quality. Haverford has prospered for more than 45 years in a finance industry dominated by giants through our passion and adaptability. With this solid framework and more than $16.4 billion in assets under management or consultation*, we have the flexibility to address the issues facing investors today while fostering close relationships across multiple generations. We have traditional and alternative asset portfolio offerings, OCIO solutions for institutional and ultra-high net worth clients, and experienced client support teams to ensure a robust client experience. For more information, visit haverfordquality.com.
*For The Haverford Trust Company and Haverford Financial Services as of 12/31/2025 

About the Philadelphia PGA Section
The Philadelphia PGA Section, covering eastern Pennsylvania, southern New Jersey and Delaware, is one of 41 geographical managing entities of the PGA of America. This Section manages nearly 900 PGA of America Members and Associates who are employed at over 300 golf facilities in our region.

Contact: Matt Frey, PGA, Director of Operations, mfrey@pgahq.com