Author: Matt Frey

Partnership and Playing Opportunities for PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia Pro-Am

April 21, 2025Comments Off on Partnership and Playing Opportunities for PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia Pro-AmPPGA

PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia, the Philadelphia PGA Section’s 501(c)(3) charitable foundation, is hosting its annual pro-am championship at Laurel Creek Country Club this year on Monday, September 30, and we are looking for your support!

Our foundation supports local golfers through our core pillars: Youth, Military, and Diversity, with programs like PGA Jr. League, Golf in Schools, PGA HOPE Philadelphia, and the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour Diversity Scholarships.

There are several different ways to support our pro-am, including:

Title Partner: $25,000
  • Four teams (12 players)
  • Tee gifts
  • Company logo on tee gifts
  • On-site signage
  • Recognition on website
  • Recognition on all event materials
Premier Partner: $15,000
  • Three teams (nine players)
  • Tee gifts
  • On-site signage
  • Recognition on website
Pillar Partner: $10,000
  • Youth, Military or Diversity & Inclusion
  • Two teams (six players)
  • Tee gifts
  • On-site signage
  • Recognition on website
  • Recognition of program sponsorship at events and on promotional materials
Hole-in-One Partner: $7,500
(limited to one partner)
  • One team (three players)
  • Tee gifts
  • On-site signage
  • Recognition on all par-3s
Presenting Partner: $5,000
(limited to one partner)
  • One team (three players)
  • Tee gifts
  • On-site signage
  • Recognition on website

For more information about pro-am sponsorships, contact PGA REACH Philadelphia Director Courtney Curcio at ccurcio@pgahq.com or (267) 622-6172.

About PGA REACH Philadelphia 
PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2018 as the charitable arm of the Philadelphia PGA Section, one of the 41 Sections within the PGA of America. PGA REACH Philadelphia is committed to serving our communities and growing the game of golf through our three pillars: Youth, Military, and Diversity.

For more information on PGA REACH Philadelphia and its mission to positively impact lives through golf, visit pgareachphiladelphia.com To donate to PGA REACH Philadelphia, please click here.

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: Courtney Curcio, Director, ccurcio@pgahq.com

The Fairway Feed (S1E1)

April 21, 2025Comments Off on The Fairway Feed (S1E1)Featured, PPGA

Welcome to the Fairway Feed, the Philadelphia PGA Section’s new video bulletin designed to keep you connected, informed, and engaged with everything happening within our PGA of America Golf Professional community.

Think of the Fairway Feed as your regular dose of essential Section news, delivered directly to your inbox monthly. We’ll be sharing timely updates on tournaments, events, educational opportunities, member news, and important announcements you won’t want to miss.

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, Communications Director, mfrey@pgahq.com

PGA of America Golf Professional Matt Zehner Wins 2025 Philadelphia PGA Tournament Players Division Championship

April 21, 2025Comments Off on PGA of America Golf Professional Matt Zehner Wins 2025 Philadelphia PGA Tournament Players Division ChampionshipFeatured, PPGA

Lafayette Hill, Pa. (April 21, 2025) — PGA of America Golf Professional Matt Zehner of Pine Valley Golf Club in Pine Hill, N.J., made a birdie on the second sudden-death playoff hole to win the 2025 Philadelphia PGA Tournament Players Division (TPD) Championship at Union League Liberty Hill, defeating Rolling Green Golf Club’s Anthony Sebastianelli. It is Zehner’s first Philadelphia PGA victory. The tournament is the Section’s first Rolex / Haverford Trust Company Philadelphia PGA Player of the Year event of the year.

Both Zehner and Sebastianelli finished their rounds in regulation with 32 modified Stableford points. The Modified Stableford format awarded points as follows: Double Bogey or higher, negative-one point; Bogey, zero points; Par, one point; Birdie, three points; Eagle, six points; and Double Eagle, nine points. Zehner’s round was particularly impressive, as he carded zero bogeys, en route to a 7-under-par 65.

“It was, altogether, a really solid day,” Zehner said following the playoff. “I didn’t have a single bogey today, and made seven birdies. I made four or five six-foot par putts today that really made the difference.”

Zehner went on to thank the team at Pine Valley, his girlfriend Sydney, his family, and today’s partners, the Radnor Golf Foundation and Penfold.

PGA Member Braden Shattuck, Rolling Green G.C., ended with 29 points, good enough for a third place finish. Titleist Fit Crew’s Brian Kelly, PGA, and PGA Associate Chesapeake Bay G.C.’s Zach Barbin tied for fourth place at 27 points.

Titleist Fit Crew’s Brian Kelly, PGA, finished atop the Senior Division leaderboard with 27 points, bettering fellow PGA Member Dave Quinn, Laurel Creek C.C., by two points. SunnybrookG.C.’s Mark Sheftic, PGA, finished in third place with 22 points, followed by fifth place finishers Chris Krueger, Kings Creek C.C., and PGA Life Member Jason Panter, both with 21 points.

To view the full 2025 TPD Championship leaderboard, click here.

The 2025 Philadelphia PGA Tournament Players Division Championship is supported by the Radnor Golf Foundation, and Penfold. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA of America Golf Professionals thank our partners, Union League Liberty Hill, its membership, management, and staff, 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

Remembering Jay Sigel

April 21, 2025Comments Off on Remembering Jay SigelPPGA

It is with sadness we inform you of the loss of Philadelphia-area golfing great Jay Sigel, who passed away on Saturday, April 19 after a battle with cancer. Sigel was a retired PGA of America Member, having won eight PGA Tour Champions events. An Aronimink Golf Club member since 1967, he had been closely associated with the club for nearly 60 years.

Sigel was born and raised in Narberth, Pa., grew up playing golf at Bala Golf Club, and then at Aronimink. He graduated from Wake Forest University, where he was the first recipient of the Arnold Palmer Scholar award. He was a two-time All-American at Wake Forest and won the ACC Championship individual title in 1963. From the mid-1970s through the late 1980s, he was the most dominant player in amateur golf, winning the 1977 (R&A) Amateur Championship for his first major amateur championship. In 1982, he won his first U.S. Amateur Championship at the Country Club in Brookline, Mass. Far and away his biggest achievement as an amateur was his second U.S. Amateur title the following year at North Shore Country Club in Glenview, Ill. He was the first player to win back-to-back U.S. Amateur titles since Harvie Ward in 1955 and 1956; only Tiger Woods has done so since. In addition, Jay won the 1983, 1985 and 1987 U.S. Mid-Amateur Championships. His five men’s USGA Ccampionships are only bettered by Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. During this run of great play, Jay also played on a record nine Walker Cup teams, amassing the greatest Walker Cup record of all time. In 1984, the USGA honored Jay with their Bob Jones Award, an honor presented annually to an individual who demonstrates the spirit, personal character, and respect for the game of golf. He also received the Ben Hogan Award, presented annually by the Golf Writers Association of America, for overcoming a significant physical handicap or illness.

In addition to his enormous success as a player, Sigel made a significant impact with his philanthropic efforts, hosting the Jay Sigel Invitational at Aronimink for 32 years and raising over $5.3 million for prostate and breast cancer research. In addition to his annual tournament, he was heavily involved with the First Tee of Greater Philadelphia, serving on the board for more than four decades, including serving as president.

Playing Through: Patty Post, PGA (S2E2)

April 17, 2025Comments Off on Playing Through: Patty Post, PGA (S2E2)Featured, PPGA

Welcome to the latest episode of the Philadelphia PGA Section’s web series, “Playing Through,” where PGA of America Golf Professionals, Section staff, Section partners, and other industry professionals are asked 18 questions about their lives and careers.

This episode features PGA of America and LPGA Member Patty Post, the director of golf programs at the University of Delaware in Newark, Del., and the 2024 Northeast LPGA Section Coach of the Year.

To watch the episode, click on the below video.

If you are interested in appearing in a future episode, please complete this form by clicking here. To watch past episodes, click here.

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, Communications Director, mfrey@pgahq.com

Host PGA of America Golf Professional Michael Chanaud Leads Peninsula Golf & Country Club Team to Victory in 2025 Southern Delaware Pro-Am Presented by Parx Casino©

April 16, 2025Comments Off on Host PGA of America Golf Professional Michael Chanaud Leads Peninsula Golf & Country Club Team to Victory in 2025 Southern Delaware Pro-Am Presented by Parx Casino©Featured, PPGA

Millsboro, Del. (April 16, 2025) — On a windy and cool spring day, PGA of America Golf Professional Michael Chanaud of the Peninsula Golf & Country Club in Millsboro, Del., led his team of amateurs, Roy Kiscaden, Mike Polise, and Mike Blasinky to victory in the 2025 Philadelphia PGA Southern Delaware Pro-Am Presented by Parx Casino© at the Peninsula Golf & Country Club.

The winners finished with a team score of 12-under-par 60 to better the team from Little Mill Country Club, Tom Duetsch, PGA, Bob Duetsch, Scott Stump, and Ray Kaiser, by one stroke in the Net Division. Wild Quail Golf & Country Club’s Tyler Spielberger, Anthony Konrad, Matt Switzer, and Mark Stonesife finished in third place at 10-under-par. Two teams tied for fifth place.

In the Gross Division, PGA Professional Dave Quinn of Laurel Creek Country Club in Mount Laurel N.J., led his team, Mark Walker, Mike O’Keefe, and Andrew Dardan, to the top spot at 6-under-par. Rehoboth Beach Country Club’s George Bushby, PGA,John Purple Jr., Jay Whitby, and Michael McGuiness, finished in second place, one stoke back, followed by DuPont Country Club’s Mike Caldwell, PGA, Ken Merritt, Jason Henzes, and Buddy Simmons at 2-under-par. Two teams tied for fifth place.

To view the full 2025 Philadelphia PGA Southern Delaware Pro-Am Presented by Parx Casino© leaderboard, click here.

The 2025 Philadelphia PGA Southern Delaware Pro-Am is presented by Parx Casino© and is supported by Bethany Travel. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA Professionals thank our partners, Peninsula Golf & Country Club, its membership, management, and host PGA of America Golf Professionals, and staff, as the event would not be 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 300 golf facilities in our region.

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

PGA of America Member Ticket Policy for 2025 Truist Championship

April 16, 2025Comments Off on PGA of America Member Ticket Policy for 2025 Truist ChampionshipFeatured, PPGA

The PGA Tour is coming to the Philadelphia PGA Section next month, with the Philadelphia Cricket Club hosting the 2025 Truist Championship on May 7-11!

Class A PGA of America Members, Life Members and Master Professional Members and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children and PGA Member’s parents). PGA Members must show membership card and photo I.D. each day at the main gate to pick up the daily ticket.

This offer is not extended to other Member classifications, Associates or PGA Golf Management University Students.

To learn more about the event, visit truistchampionship.com.

Philadelphia PGA Section and Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Renew Longstanding Partnership

April 14, 2025Comments Off on Philadelphia PGA Section and Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board Renew Longstanding PartnershipFeatured, PPGA

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (April 14, 2025) — The Philadelphia PGA Section is delighted to announce the renewal of its longstanding partnership with the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board, solidifying a continued commitment to golf, community engagement, and diversity initiatives.

The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board will continue its significant support across various Section programs, reinforcing its dedication to the region’s golfing landscape. Key elements of the renewed partnership include:

  • Women’s Philadelphia PGA Professional Championship Presenting Partnership
    August 27 at Gulph Mills Golf Club
  • Philadelphia PGA Pro-Lady Team Championships Presenting Partnership
    May 8 at Lehigh Country Club and August 26 at Sunnybrook Golf Club
  • PGA HOPE Huntingdon Valley Chapter Title Partnership
    The PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) program is a free five-week golf program for military veterans. The lifetime sport of golf has proven to be an excellent activity for competition and rehabilitation, while helping military veterans to reconnect with their community through the social opportunities that the game provides. The program includes five golf lessons/clinics with instruction from certified PGA of America Golf Professionals. The Huntingdon Valley Chapter is one of 18 PGA HOPE Chapters in our Section.
  • PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia Pro-Am Championship
    October 6 at Stonewall
  • Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour Diversity Scholarships Presenting Partnership
    The PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia offers scholarship opportunities for individuals from diverse backgrounds to participate on the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour circuit for kids ages 18 and under. The Board will continue its commitment to inclusivity by helping to provide opportunities for aspiring young golfers.
  • Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour Presenting Partnership
    The Delaware Valley’s premier youth golf tour hosts over 90 events annually across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Delaware.
  • Philadelphia PGA Women’s Initiative Presenting Partnerships
    The Board will remain a presenting partner of the Section’s women’s initiatives and Women’s Committee events, demonstrating a strong commitment to the advancement of women in golf.

“We are incredibly grateful for the continued partnership with the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board,” said Section Executive Director Geoff Surrette, PGA. “Their unwavering support across our programs, from PGA HOPE to youth and women’s initiatives, is invaluable. This renewal underscores our shared commitment to growing the game and enriching our community.”

This partnership will provide Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board with prominent brand visibility across the Section’s events and platforms, while also demonstrating their dedication to supporting the local golf community.

“Here at the VFTCB, we’re beyond proud to once again partner with the Philadelphia PGA,” said Mike Bowman, President and CEO of the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board. “This group truly represents class in golf, and since Montco is home to 50 of the most historic and top-ranked courses in the country, it’s such a natural fit to connect with these folks. Plus, we both believe in the commitment to supporting women, diversity, and youth in the sport.”

The Philadelphia PGA Section and the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board are excited to continue their impactful partnership, driving growth and inclusivity within the region’s golf community.

About Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board is a private, non-profit membership sales and marketing organization which actively promotes the Valley Forge area and Montgomery County as a convention site and leisure visitor destination by promoting patronage of its member hotels, restaurants, attractions and services. The Board represents more than 500 member businesses throughout Southeast Pennsylvania, and is funded from a combination of Pennsylvania grants, membership dues, and a tax imposed on visitors occupying the county’s more than 9,400 hotel rooms. For more information, visit valleyforge.org.

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, Communications Director, mfrey@pgahq.com

Philadelphia PGA Section Announces Partnership with Moyer

April 11, 2025Comments Off on Philadelphia PGA Section Announces Partnership with MoyerPPGA

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (April 11, 2025) — The Philadelphia PGA Section is thrilled to announce a new, multi-faceted partnership with Moyer, a fifth generation local family business. Moyer is a leading provider of high-quality home services, including lawn care, pest control, plumbing, propane, heating and air conditioning, heating fuel, water quality, pool and spa, and more. This collaboration will significantly enhance the Section’s professional events and bolster the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour, the Delaware Valley’s premier youth golf tour.

Moyer will become a Patron Partner of the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour, demonstrating a strong commitment to fostering the next generation of golfers. Additionally, Moyer will be the presenting partner of four pro-am events on the Section’s tournament schedule:

  • Schuylkill Team Stableford Pro-Am
    June 26 at Schuylkill Country Club
  • LedgeRock Team Stableford Pro-Am
    July 22 at LedgeRock Golf Club
  • Don Deangelis Pro-Am
    August 12 at the 1912 Club
  • Bent Creek Team Stableford Pro-Am
    August 25 at Bent Creek Country Club
  • PGA of America REACH Foundation Philadelphia Pro-Am
    October 6 at Stonewall
  • Pro-Superintendent Championship
    November 6 at Saucon Valley Country Club

“We are incredibly excited to welcome Moyer as a valued partner of the Philadelphia PGA Section and a Patron Partner of our Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour,” said Section Executive Director Geoff Surrette, PGA. “Moyer’s commitment to excellence and community aligns perfectly with our mission. Their support of our pro-am series will elevate these events, while their investment in the junior tour will have a lasting impact on young golfers in our region.”

This partnership will provide Moyer with prominent brand visibility across the Section’s events and platforms, while also demonstrating their dedication to supporting the local golf community.

“Moyer is proud and honored to partner with the Philadelphia PGA Section and the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour,” said David Moyer, President and CEO of Moyer. “In addition to recognizing the shared longevity and tradition of the Philadelphia PGA and Moyer, we recognize the value of supporting both professional and junior golf, and we are excited to contribute to the success of these prestigious events and the development of young athletes. We are looking forward to a long and successful relationship.”

The Philadelphia PGA Section and Moyer are eager to begin this partnership and create memorable experiences for golfers of all ages.

About Moyer
From Propane to Pest Control, Heating & Air Conditioning to Pool & Spa and beyond, we provide our nine service divisions under a single, experienced resource to care for your home or business. We’ve come a long way since our founding as a small town feed mill. While growing and shifting to along with the needs of our service areas for over 155 years, we have remained family-owned and operated. We are proud that the family business that began serving Souderton, Pennsylvania in 1869 is now providing excellence and peace of mind to homeowners and business owners throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania and extending into New Jersey and Delaware. To learn more, visit emoyer.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 300 golf facilities in our region.

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