Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (June 26, 2024) — The PGA of America recently announced that Braden Shattuck of Rolling Green Golf Club in Springfield, Pa., is on the roster of 10 PGA of America Golf Professionals who will compete on the United States Team against Great Britain & Ireland in the 31st PGA Cup. The biennial competition will take place Sept. 10-15, 2024, at Sunriver Resort in Sunriver, Oregon.

The PGA Cup is an event similar to the Ryder Cup, started in 1973, where the top PGA of America Golf Professionals from the United States compete against the PGA Professionals from Great Britain and Ireland. Each team consists of ten golfers. In 2022 the team from the United States won the cup and they hope to retain it this year.

The Philadelphia extends its congratulations and best wishes of luck to the Braden and the rest of the 2024 Team! To read more about the team, click here.

2024 U.S. PGA Cup Team

• Braden Shattuck (Aston, Pa.) – Rolling Green Golf Club, Philadelphia Section
• Michael Block (Mission Viejo, Calif.) – Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club, Southern California Section
• John Somers (Trinity, Fla.) – Southern Hills Plantation Club, North Florida Section

• Ben Polland (Jackson Hole, Wyo.) – Shooting Star of Jackson Hole, Rocky Mountain Section
• Jared Jones (Houston, Texas) – River Oaks Country Club, Southern Texas Section
• Andy Svoboda (Oak Brook, Ill.) – Butler National Golf Club, Illinois Section
• Jeremy Wells (Estero, Fla.) – Cypress Lake Golf Club, South Florida Section
• Matt Cahill (West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Seminole Golf Club, South Florida Section
• Jesse Mueller (Phoenix, Ariz.) – Grand Canyon University Golf Course, Southwest Section
• Tyler Collet (Vero Beach, Fla.) – John’s Island Club, South Florida Section

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Cape May Courthouse, Nj. (June 24, 2024) — PGA of America Golf Professionals Jeff Kiddie and Patrick Allgeier from Aronimink G.C. won first place in the PGA Pro-Pro division of the 2024 Professional-Assistant-Professional Championship at the Shore Club. They shot a round of five-under par, 67. Mike Meisenzahl and Matt Cocco from Tavistock Country Club claimed victory in the Non-PGA Pro-Pro division with a score of 66, six-under par.

Each team consisted of PGA Professionals and assistant professionals from their facilities. The teams participated in a Better Ball of partners format between the lead PGA Professionals and their assistants.

One stroke behind in second place for the PGA Pro division was the team of Jeff Kiddie and Christian Hoecker from Aronimink G.C. at four-under par. In a tie for third were  Peter Clarke and Rob Wolfers from Manufacturers’ G & C.C. and Scott Reilly and Harrison Graham from Philadelphia C.C. with a three-under par score of 69. Ten teams tied for fifth at two-under.

In the Non PGA Pro Division, the second place team went to Joey Pohle and Albert Aldana from Blue Bell C.C. with a score of four-under par, 68. A tie for third at even par, 72 were the teams of Will Scarborough and Josh Mohun from Penninsula G. and C.C., Liam McAnally and Patrick Butkus from Whitford C.C. and Executive Director, Geoff Surrette and Brian Schulte, Tournament Director.

To view the full leaderboard, click here.

The 2024 Professional-Assistant Professional Championship is  supported by Kevin Depaulis, Wilson, Earth Networks, StickX Golf and the PGA Tour. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA of America Golf Professionals thank our partners, The Shore Club, its membership, management, staff, and host PGA of America Golf Professionals, as the event would not have been possible without their support.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (May 13, 2024) — The Philadelphia PGA Section is happy to announce its partnership with Stitch, a luxury golf bag, apparel and equipment company.

As part of the partnership, Stitch will be in attendance at the Spring Membership Meeting on March 25 at Rivercrest Golf Club and Preserve.

“The Philadelphia PGA is excited to partner with Stitch,” said Section Executive Director Geoff Surrette, PGA. “It’s great to have another premium brand like Stitch come on to support our professionals. We want to thank Laurie and the entire team at Stitch for their commitment to the Section.”

“Stitch Golf knows the importance of the Philadelphia Section and influence that clubs in this section have over avid golfers around the world,” said Laurie Stewart from Stitch. “We are grateful for the partnership and look forward to growing our relationship with one of the preeminent sections in the U.S. and a remarkable list of great clubs and members.”

About Stitch
Stitch is a luxury golf bag, apparel and accessory retailer founded in 2012. Started as a headcover company, Stitch has since diversified its product line to allow consumers to use it in all aspects of their life, both on and off the course. The unique logo is a play on a vintage Gulf Racing Car.
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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (April 28, 2024) — The Philadelphia PGA Section is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Radnor Golf Foundation. Founded by PGA of America Member, Hugo Mazzalupi, the foundation was formed as a way to give back to the sport that has given so much to him.

The Radnor Golf Foundation recently supported the Tournament Players Division Championship at Laurel Creek C.C. on April 22, 2024. Hugo would like to thank all of the PGA Members for playing as section events are the best way to network.

Geoffrey Surrette, PGA, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Section said, “We are very happy to partner with the Radnor Golf Foundation this season. We have known Hugo and his family for many years and are looking forward to seeing the good his foundation will do.”

Hugo Mazzalupi expressed, “The Radnor Golf Foundation could not be happier to start giving back in our small way at the TPD Championship. What a great day, thank you to the Philly Section and Laurel Creek CC for hosting and providing us all with these opportunities.”

“I am pleased to support the Radnor Golf Foundation and help ‘pay it forward’ by supporting Section Professionals via its unique and worthwhile mission,” said Jim Smith Jr., PGA. “My 30+ years of Section membership and the relationships I’ve built with fellow professionals are two of the reasons I know how lucky I am to be the Director of Golf at The Philadelphia Cricket Club.  Even a small contribution will make the lives of the pros who follow us better!”

To learn about and to support the Radnor Golf Foundation, please click here to visit their website. You can also email them at  radnorgolffoundation@gmail.com

About the Radnor Golf Foundation
The Radnor Golf Foundation was founded by PGA Member, Hugo Mazzalupi. Their mission is to promote golf by giving back to the sport that gives so much to everyone. All donations go to a restricted fund and the growth from that fund will be used by the foundation to sponsor and support golf and future golfers. Aside from financial support, the Radnor Golf Foundation values the importance of meeting new golfers through networking.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (April 30, 2024) — Wilson has come back once more as a partner of the Philadelphia PGA. The company normally specializing in sports apparel, also offers a line for golf not limited to clubs, balls and accessories.

This year, Wilson will support the Connelly Head Professional Championship on Tuesday, May 7 at North Hills C.C. and the Pro-Assistant Pro Championship on Monday, June 24 at The Shore Club.

Geoffrey Surrette, PGA, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Section said, “It has been such a pleasure working with Patrick and Wilson. We really appreciate the ongoing support Wilson has shown the Section and our membership. We look forward to another great season!”

Patrick Reilly, our territory representative for Wilson expressed, “The Philadelphia PGA Section is an important partner of Wilson Golf. Each tournament has been great exposure for our brand as we look forward to winning our next Major on tour. Geoffrey and the team have been excellent to work with and have made these great events, as well as our partnership, possible!”

About Wilson
Wilson was founded in Chicago, IL in 1914 and specializes in sports apparel, equipment and accessories. As chronic innovators, Wilson is determined to continually keep up with industry trends to bring customers top of the line offerings at all times. In their golf line, they manufacture clubs, balls, clothing and accessories. They currently have won more major championships than any other golf brand, at 62.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (April 28, 2024) — Evolve Golf has returned as a partner of the Philadelphia PGA. They manufacture bulk essentials like tees, ball markers, and divot tools, as well as hand crafted tournament gifts with their woodworks, foundry works, and leatherworks maker spaces.

This year, they will be supporting the section at the Spring Pro-Pro Championship at Atlantic City C.C. on April 29 and the Fall Meeting at Medford Village C.C. on October 28.

Geoffrey Surrette, PGA, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Section said, “We love working with Evolve Golf because their products elevate every player’s game. From tee to green, they know innovation and quality. Thanks to Max and the team for their continued support.”

Sales Team Manager, Max Lerner said “Evolve Golf is thrilled to continue the partnership with the Philadelphia PGA Section for the 2024 season. The level of engagement that we see year in and year out when we travel up for the Spring Pro-Pro and Fall Meeting, is as good as you will see from any section in the country. We love playing a small part in the section and hope to continue the partnership for many years to come.”

About Evolve Golf
Founded in 2003, Evolve Golf is committed to making products that are better for the player, better for the course, and better for the planet. From tees to tournament gifts, Evolve Golf takes care of all of your bulk essential and tournament gifting needs.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (May 8, 2024) — The Philadelphia Section welcomes Bushnell Golf back as a partner for the 2024 season. The sporting goods company is best known for being a market leader for laser range finders.

This year, they supported the section at the Connelly Cup Head Golf Professional Championship at North Hills C.C. on May 7. They were able to display several of their products on the first tee for players to utilize before they teed off.

“We are happy to have Bushnell Golf as a returning partner,” said Geoffrey Surrette, PGA, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Section. “They are a benchmark brand that has shown their support for many years. Jim Ravina has been a wonderful partner of the section for decades and we can’t thank him and Kevin enough for their ongoing support

“As a sales Rep for the past 36 years in the Philadelphia PGA Section,  it is my honor to have one of the brands that I represent be a sponsor of the Connelly Cup Head Golf Professional Championship since its inception,” said Jim Ravina. “Bushnell, my partner Kevin Quinn and I thank all of the Golf Professionals for their continued support making Bushnell the #1 laser rangefinder.”

About Bushnell Golf
Bushnell Golf is an industry leader for sports optics and their goal is to provide high performing, quality products without compromising on an affordable price. Their rangefinders are able to seek out pin, calculate slope and even windspeed, leading them to be some of the most advance products on the market.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

Lower Gwynedd Twp., Pa. (May 31, 2024) — StretchLab is a new partner this year for the Philadelphia PGA. Their company specializes in stretching out the body to alleviate pain and promote flexibility.

This year, they supported the section at the Spring Pro-Pro Championship at Atlantic City C.C. on April 29 where they were able to demo their services for the PGA of America Golf Professionals.

Geoffrey Surrette, PGA, the Executive Director of the Philadelphia Section said, “We are happy to have StretchLab come on board as a new partner. It is important as a section that we diversify the opportunities provided to members and StretchLab is the perfect way to begin moving towards prioritizing health and wellness. Many thanks to the franchisees, and the rest of the StretchLab team for their support.”

“We are honored to collaborate with the Philadelphia PGA Section and contribute to the health and wellness of its members,” said Doug Willmott representing the StretchLab Tri-State Franchisees. “Our mission is to enhance flexibility and alleviate pain, and we were excited to bring these benefits to the golf professionals at the Spring Pro-Pro Championship. Together, we aim to foster a community where performance and well-being go hand in hand.”

About Stretch Lab
Founded in 2015, StretchLab is the largest assisted stretching brand globally that was created to help people through customized flexibility services. It offers one-on-one assisted stretching sessions to customers across a broad range of age and fitness levels. StretchLab’s advanced “Flexologist” instructors hold a nationally recognized certificate in assisted stretching, accredited by the Institute for Credentialing Excellence, following extensive training both in the classroom and on the job. To learn more about StretchLab, visit www.stretchlab.com.

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 590 golf facilities in our region.

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

BENTON HARBOR, Michigan (May 22, 2024) – The 84th KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship returns for a historic sixth time to Harbor Shores in Benton Harbor, Michigan, where the Corebridge Financial Team of PGA of America Golf Professionals will compete against the world’s best senior golfers.
The Corebridge Financial Team at the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship includes the top finishers in the 2023 Senior PGA Professional Championship held last October at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
“Our incredible PGA of America Golf Professionals who comprise the Corebridge Financial Team have combined for 130 starts in the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship,” said PGA of America President John Lindert, PGA Director of Golf at the Country Club of Lansing (Michigan). “Their resilience on the course is matched by their passion for their tenured careers on the lesson tee, in the golf shop and in their respective communities. They love to compete and they love to help others enjoy the game. We wish them the best of luck at Harbor Shores.”
Corebridge Financial’s partnership with the PGA of America includes the title sponsorship of three PGA of America Member teams, formerly known as the Team of 20 (PGA Championship); Team of 35 (KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship); and Team of 9 (KPMG Women’s PGA Championship). Each group is now recognized as the Corebridge Financial Team.
Bob Sowards, PGA, the Director of Instruction at Kinsale Golf & Fitness Club in Powell, Ohio, will lead the team as champion of the 2023 Senior PGA Professional Championship. One of the Association’s most accomplished competitors, he won the PGA of America Senior PGA Professional Player of the Year award five times, including in 2023, as well as four PGA of America Professional Player of the Year honors. He has been a member of 15 Corebridge Financial Teams competing in both PGA Championships and KitchenAid Senior PGA Championships.
Sowards finished T-5 in the 2021 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club, and even held the lead in the second round. He made the cut at the 2023 Championship at PGA Frisco and also competed in 2022 and 2019.
Among other notables beginning play Thursday:
David Hutsell, PGA, Lead Instructor at Baltimore Country Club, played in the 2010 and ’11 PGA Championships. He finished T-26 in the 2023 Senior PGA Professional Championship to earn a place on the Corebridge Financial Team at Harbor Shores. He’s competed in 10 PGA Tour events and has won three PGA Professional Championships (2010, ‘11, ‘15). In 2020, Hutsell was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) and has gone through several rounds of cancer treatments. He is currently in remission.
Tracy Phillips, PGA, Director of Instruction at Cedar Ridge Country Club in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma, comes into the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship after making his PGA Championship debut last week at age 61. A Member of the PGA of America since 1992, Phillips stopped playing competitive golf for 20 years (1988-2008) following a collegiate golf career at Oklahoma State University. He finished T-8 in the PGA Professional Championship to earn a spot on the Corebridge Financial Team, and made the cut in the 2023 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship at PGA Frisco.
Tim Weinhart, PGA, the Director of Instruction at Heritage Golf Links in Tucker, GA, finished T-9 in the 2023 Senior PGA Professional Championship to earn his spot on the Corebridge Financial Team. He previously played in six major championships: five PGA Championships (2002, ’05, ’06, ’08, ’09) and the 2012 U.S. Open. He made the cut at both the 2022 and 2023 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championships, including finishing as low PGA of America Golf Professional in 2023 at PGA Frisco. Weinhart is one of only four players to win the “Georgia PGA Grand Slam”: Georgia Open, Georgia PGA Championship, Atlanta Open and Georgia PGA Match Play Championship.
2024 Corebridge Financial Team:

Don Berry, PGA (Rogers, Minn.) – Edinburgh USA Golf Club, Minnesota Section

Greg Bisconti, PGA (South Salem, N.Y.) – The Saint Andrew’s Golf Club, Metropolitan Section

Eric Bogar, PGA (Houston, Texas) – Golfcrest Country Club, Southern Texas Section

Craig Bowden, PGA (Bloomington, Ind.) – Indiana PGA Life Member, Indiana Section

Jeff Brehaut, PGA (Park City, Utah) – Utah PGA Life Member, Utah Section

Jason Caron, PGA (Greenlawn, N.Y.) – Mill River Club Inc., Metropolitan Section

Jim Carter, PGA (Scottsdale, Ariz.) – Southwest PGA Life Member, Southwest Section
Paul Claxton, PGA (Claxton, Ga.) – Richmond Hill Golf Club, Georgia Section

Frank Esposito, PGA (Florham Park, N.J.) – Mountain Ridge Country Club, New Jersey Section

Ray Franz, PGA (Mount Pleasant, S.C.) – Daniel Island Club, Carolinas Section

Greg Gregory, PGA (Joshua, Texas) – Southern Oaks Golf Club, Northern Texas Section

Jeff Hart, PGA (Solana Beach, Calif.) – Southern California PGA Life Member, Southern California Section

Scott Hebert, PGA (Traverse City, Mich.) – Traverse City Golf & Country Club, Michigan Section

Gregory Hiller, PGA (San Antonio, Texas) – TPC San Antonio, Southern Texas Section

Jason Hrynkiw, PGA (Ormond Beach, Fla.) – Oceanside Country Club, North Florida Section

David Hutsell, PGA (Lutherville, Md.) – Baltimore Country Club, Middle Atlantic Section

Ed Kirby, PGA (North Kingstown, Ri.) – The Aquidneck Club, New England Section

Chad Kurmel, PGA (Okemos, Mich.) – Michigan State University, Michigan Section

David Ladd, PGA (West Palm Beach, Fla.) – Champions Club at Summerfield, South Florida Section

Brad Lanning, PGA (Hortonville, Wi.) – Rise Up Golf Consulting, Wisconsin Section

Brad Lardon, PGA (Santa Fe, N.M.) – The Club at Las Campanas, Sun Country Section

Ryan Malby, PGA (Kalispell, Mont.) – Pacific Northwest PGA Life Member, Pacific Northwest Section
Sean McCarty, PGA (Solon, Iowa) – Brown Deer Golf Club, Iowa Section

Todd McCorkle, PGA (Fort Worth, Texas) – Old Overton Club, Northern Texas Section

Dave McNabb, PGA (Newark, Del.) – Applebrook Golf Club, Philadelphia Section

Alan Morin, PGA (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) – The Club at Ibis, South Florida Section

Rick Morton, PGA (Jacksonville, N.C.) – Rock Creek Golf & Country Club, Carolinas Section

Birk Nelson, PGA (Eugene, Ore.) – Orange Whip Golf & Fitness, Pacific Northwest Section

Rod Perry, PGA, (Port Orange, Fla.) – Crane Lakes Golf & Country Club, North Florida Section

Tracy Phillips, PGA (Tulsa, Okla.) – Cedar Ridge Country Club, South Central Section

Chad Proehl, PGA (Urbandale, Iowa) – Sugar Creek Golf Course, Iowa Section)

Jake Reeves, PGA (Knoxville, Tenn.) – Fox Den Country Club, Tennessee Section

Micah Rudosky, PGA (Cortez, Colo.) – Conquistador Golf Course, Colorado Section

Robert Russell, PGA (Stilwell, Ks.) – Nicklaus Golf Club At LionsGate, Midwest Section

Jeffrey Schmid, PGA (Iowa City, Iowa) – Brown Deer Golf Club, Iowa Section

Steve Schneiter, PGA (Sandy, Utah) – Schneiter’s Pebblebrook, Utah Section

Rob Sedorcek, PGA (Ballwin, Mo.) – Family Golf & Learning Center, Gateway Section

Mick Smith, PGA (Summit, Wis.) – Mick Smith Golf, Wisconsin Section

Bob Sowards, PGA (Dublin, Ohio) – Kinsale Golf and Fitness Club, Southern Ohio Section

Tim Weinhart, PGA (Canton, Ga.) – Heritage Golf Links, Georgia Section
The KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, golf’s most historic and prestigious senior Major Championship, will be contested May 23-26 and broadcast on Golf Channel and NBC. The action can also be taken in through srpgachampionship.com and by following @seniorpgachamp on Facebook, Instagram and X.
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Louisville, Ky. (May 17, 2024) – PGA of America Golf Professional Braden Shattuck of Rolling Green Golf Club in Springfield, Pa., has made the cut at the PGA Championship which is being played at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. He had a steady round on day one, finishing with an even par, 71. For his second round, he finished at 1-under-par and is currently sitting tied for 68th going into the weekend. He will tee off Saturday at 1;34 pm off of hole 10. To follow along with him, click here. Good luck and great rounds Braden!