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

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.

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (April 20, 2025) —The Philadelphia PGA Section is delighted to continue its partnership with Levelwear, a leading performance apparel brand, for the 2025 season.

Levelwear will be supporting the Henry McQuiston Senior Pro/Junior Pro Event at Bala Golf Club on October 16.

Section Executive Director, Geoff Surrette, expressed, ‘We’ve thoroughly enjoyed our collaboration with Kevin and Levelwear, and we’re excited to build on that success for another fantastic season.”

“Levelwear is proud to join the Philadelphia Section family and connect with its membership. At our core we believe strong relationships at the grassroots level are key to lasting success,” saidJohn Jenkins, National Sales Manager US Golf. “We’re committed to growing alongside you, supporting your shops, and building a partnership that thrives well into 2025 and beyond.”

About Levelwear
Levelwear delivers high-quality performance apparel through modern design, innovative fabrics, and state-of-the-art branding, while also prioritizing sustainability through reduced emissions and resource consumption. Since 1987, their focus has been on building community and celebrating shared victories, believing that true strength comes from the people and products they create. Levelwear is dedicated to those who understand that collective success is greater than individual achievement.
Section Sales Rep: Kevin Depaulis, kevindepaulis@gmail.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

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (April 19, 2025) —The Philadelphia PGA Section is thrilled to maintain its relationship with Ashworth Golf Company, a trusted name in golf apparel.

Ashworth Golf Company will be supporting the Pro-Assistant Pro Championship at Seaview Golf Club on July 14.

“We are pleased to have Ashworth Golf Company supporting the Pro-Assistant Pro again this year,” said Section Executive Director, Geoff Surrette. “Kevin does a great job of highlighting their best pieces.”

Kate Cunningham, Senior Vice President of Sales and Business Development for Ashworth Golf Company said, “We’re thrilled to partner with the Philadelphia PGA Section to support the Pro Assistant Pro Championship this summer!”

About Ashworth Golf Company
Ashworth Golf Company, established in 1987, was founded with the vision of crafting stylish and functional apparel for golfers of all levels. From casual players to world-class touring professionals competing in major championships, Ashworth Golf Company delivers exceptional clothing and accessories designed to enhance the golfing experience worldwide. With a focus on quality and timeless design, Ashworth Golf Company has become a trusted name in golf apparel, catering to the needs of golfers seeking both performance and style.

Section Sales Rep: Kevin Depaulis, kevindepaulis@gmail.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

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

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

Lower Gwynedd Township, Pa. (April 16, 2025) —The Philadelphia PGA Section is looking forward to another great year of working with TrophySmack, a company specializing in custom and unique awards.

TrophySmack will be supporting the Section by providing awards for the PGA HOPE Cup, a discount on medals for the Philadelphia PGA Junior Tour and will be working with PGA REACH Philadelphia on a revenue share.

“We’re excited to work with TrophySmack again this season” said Section Executive Director, Geoff Surrette. “Both our Veterans and Juniors loved the title belt awards from last season.”

“This partnership is a testament to our mission to redefine the thrill of victory,” said Chase Vernon, TrophySmack representative. “Working with the Philadelphia PGA, we’re excited to spark a new era in golf where every champion—whether a seasoned pro or an emerging talent—feels the rush of winning. We envision golfers getting truly excited to show off their championship gear. At the end of the day, social media posts hit differently when you’re celebrating with a championship belt or one of our other epic awards. The events, sponsors, and courses only stand to benefit from the increased organic exposure.”

About TrophySmack
TrophySmack is revolutionizing golf recognition with dynamic, customizable awards that are helping to inspire a new era while honoring the previous. Far from the traditional trophy company, TrophySmack transforms the act of winning into an unforgettable celebration, igniting excitement and inspiring passion among players of all ages.
Contact: Chase Vernon, chase@trophysmack.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