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PGA of America Golf Professional Braden ShattuckWins 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open
Fleetwood, Pa. (July 7, 2026) —PGA of America Golf Professional Braden Shattuck of Rolling Green Golf Club in Springfield, Pennsylvania, won the 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open with rounds of 65-63–128 at Berkleigh Golf Club and Moselem Springs Golf Club, respectively. Shattuck finished at 14-under-par to better fellow PGA Professional Riley Wheeldon of Aronimink Golf Club by three strokes.
Last year, Moselem Springs Golf Club, in collaboration with Berkleigh Golf Club, announced the return of the Reading Open, an iconic professional tournament that was a regular PGA Tour stop in the 1940s and 1950s, previously held at storied venues such as Berkshire Country Club and Reading Country Club. With past champions including legends like Sam Snead and Ben Hogan, the tournament is being reimagined for a new generation of PGA of America Golf Professionals, while honoring its prestigious roots.
Today’s victory is Shattuck’s third of the season (Radnor Golf Foundation Tournament Players Division Championship, Delaware Valley Open), and helps to extend his lead in the Rolex / Haverford Trust Company Philadelphia PGA Player of the Year race. He also competed in the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club as part of the Corebridge Financial Team.
Shattuck went bogey-free in the final round, and only made one bogey in the opening round, which helped make his total the lowest winning score in the Open’s history, breaking amateur Cole Miller’s mark of 131 in 2017.
“It feels great,” Shattuck said after learning of his new record. “I’ve been steadily trying to figure out my game over the course of my career, and playing against tour players has helped accelerate that process. It’s been nice to see my scoring trend go down. Breaking a scoring record isn’t necessarily my goal, but it’s proof in the pudding.”
Shattuck went on to thank Moselem Springs and Berkleigh and their PGA Professionals for hosting, all of the event’s partners, Rolling Green Golf Club and its membership, his sponsors, and his wife, who has helped him with his golf swing.
Fox Hill Country Club’s Ross Brown, PGA, finished in a tie for third place with Whitford Country Club’s Anthony Sebastianelli, PGA, six strokes behind Shattuck. Chesapeake Bay Golf Club’s Zach Barbin, PGA, finished in fifth place at 7-under-par.
PGA Associate Jason Wilson of Bethlehem Golf Club finished the event at 4-under-par to capture the Senior Division title, topping Brian Kelly, Titleist Fit Crew, by four strokes. Mark Sheftic, Sunnybrook Golf Club, and Dave McNabb, Applebrook Golf Club, tied for third place at 1-over-par, followed by Brendon Post, University of Delaware, and Rich Steinmetz, Spring Ford Country Club, who both tied for fifth place, seven strokes behind Wilson.
The Philadelphia Cricket Club’s Bill Sautter, PGA, was victorious in the Super Senior Division, finishing with rounds of 68-72–140, 2-under-par, to better PGA Life Member Brian Leib by an impressive six strokes. Lehigh Country Club’s Rick Flesher and Wayne Phillips both tied for third place at 6-over-par. Darryl Lock, Skippack Golf Club, finished in fifth place at 9-over-par.
Nineteen amateurs competed alongside the PGA Professional field, and Kyle Pritchard earned Low Amateur honors with his rounds of 71-74–145. Robert Linepensel finished in second place, three strokes behind Pritchard. Michael Ashcraft and Kyan DeLong tied for third place at 8-over-par.
The Philadelphia PGA Section’s Central Counties Chapter hosted an event concurrently with the GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open, and Jason Wilson emerged as the champion. Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort’s Brian Bergstol, PGA, tied for second place with Glen Brook Golf Clubs Alex Knoll, PGA, at 2-under. Brian Kelly and Moselem Springs’ own Jeff Fick, PGA, tied for fourth place at even-par.
View the full 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open leaderboard by clicking here.
The 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open is supported by the Golf Association of Lehigh Valley, Kevin DePaulis, Srixon, Ohana Farm LLC, the PGA Tour, and Moselem Springs Golf Club. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA of America Golf Professionals thank our partners, hosts Berkleigh Golf Club and Moselem Springs Golf Club, their owners, membership, management, and staff, as the event would not have been possible without their support.
About the Golf Association of Lehigh Valley
The Golf Association of the Lehigh Valley Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to promoting and growing the game of golf in the greater Lehigh Valley region for youth and adult golfers, and to preserving the unique history of the game in the region. Learn more at golfgalv.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.
About Moselem Springs Golf Club
Moselem Springs Golf Club in Fleetwood, Pa., has been recognized as one of America’s greatest golf courses. Set in the lush, rolling hills of Berks County, it is truly a spectacular “golfing enclave of great natural beauty and a course of unusual charm and excellence”, to quote its founder, Hawley Quier. For 60 years, this pristine, George Fazio designed course has lured the finest golfers in the State and beyond, as well as been a venue for teaching and nurturing those new to the game. It is also the perfect locale for building and networking corporate relationships. As a golf-only club, with a highly acclaimed restaurant, the focus is always on a sublime experience. moselemgolf.com
About Berkleigh Golf Club
Berkleigh Golf Club is set among the majestic rolling hills of Kutztown, Pa., and was a private golf club for over 90 years until opening to the public in 2007. Berkleigh has a rich history in Berks County and was host to the LPGA Betsy King Classic for many years. The club, founded by residents of Berks and Lehigh counties, is easily accessible from both counties; and is a staple of the surrounding communities. berkleighgolf.com
Contact: Matt Frey, PGA, Communications Director, mfrey@pgahq.com
PGA of America Golf Professionals Riley Wheeldon, Anthony Sebastianelli Lead 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open
Kutztown, Pa. (July 6, 2026) —Two PGA of America Golf Professionals are currently tied for the lead in the 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open. Aronimink Golf Club’s Riley Wheeldon and Whitford Country Club’s Anthony Sebastianelli fired low rounds of 64, 8-under-par, and had zero bogeys on their cards. Their impressive rounds are only one stroke off of the course record set last year by Andrew Cornish in the same event.
The Rolex / Haverford Trust Company Philadelphia PGA Player of the Year points event’s final round is scheduled for tomorrow, Tuesday, July 7 at Moselem Springs Golf Club where the two will try to maintain their lead, despite tough competition right on their heels.
Tied for third place only one stroke back of the leaders are Rolling Green Golf Club’s Braden Shattuck and Chesapeake Bay Golf Club’s Zach Barbin, both who are no stranger to the winners circle. Also in the hunt, at 6-under-par is Michael Rushin from Bear Trap Dunes and Richard Stolz from Go Golf LLC.
Moselem Springs Golf Club, in collaboration with Berkleigh Golf Club, announced the return of the Reading Open in 2025, an iconic professional tournament that was a regular PGA Tour stop in the 1940s and 1950s, previously held at storied venues such as Berkshire Country Club and Reading Country Club.
Leading the Senior Divison, is Jason Wilson from Bethlehem Golf Club who shot 4-under-par. Dave McNabb from Applebrook and Brian Kelly of Titleist Fitcrew are also in the mix shooting 2-under-par and 1-under-par, respectively. Four PGA Professionals currently sit in a tie for fourth place at even par.
Nineteen amateurs are competing alongside the PGA Professional field, with Robert Linepensel setting the bar with a round of 7-under-par, six strokes ahead of Kyle Pritchard. Kyan DeLong sits in third place amongst the amateurs, shooting 2-over-par.
Bill Sautter of the Philadelphia Cricket Club played well today and currently leads the Super Senior Division at 4-under-par, two shots ahead of Lehigh Country Club’s Wayne Phillips. Brian Leib sits in third place at even par, with Rich Fleischer from Lehigh Country Club and Darryl Lock of Skippack Golf Club close behind.
The Philadelphia PGA Section’s Central Counties Chapter is hosting an event concurrently with the Lehigh Valley Open and Jason Wilson is also in first. Tied for second are Moselem Springs Golf Club’s Jeff Fick and Bent Creek Country Club’s Parks Price who shot 3-under-par rounds. Alex Knoll out of Glen Brook Golf Club is in a solo fourth at 2-under-par. Two PGA Professionals are tied for fifth.
The Philadelphia PGA would also like to shoutout Austin Barbin from Chesapeake Bay Golf Club on making his first Hole-in-One on the fifteenth hole at Berkleigh Golf Club. Barbin made the shot from 192 yards using a 7-iron. Congratulations Austin!
View the full 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open leaderboard by clicking here.
The 2026 GALV Lehigh Valley / Reading Open is supported by the Golf Association of Lehigh Valley, Kevin DePaulis, Srixon, The PGA Tour and Moselem Springs Golf Club. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA of America Golf Professionals thank our partners, hosts Berkleigh Golf Club and Moselem Springs Golf Club, their owners, membership, management, and staff, as the event would not have been possible without their support.
About the Golf Association of Lehigh Valley
The Golf Association of the Lehigh Valley Foundation, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, is dedicated to promoting and growing the game of golf in the greater Lehigh Valley region for youth and adult golfers, and to preserving the unique history of the game in the region. Learn more at golfgalv.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.
About Moselem Springs Golf Club
Moselem Springs Golf Club in Fleetwood, Pa., has been recognized as one of America’s greatest golf courses. Set in the lush, rolling hills of Berks County, it is truly a spectacular “golfing enclave of great natural beauty and a course of unusual charm and excellence”, to quote its founder, Hawley Quier. For 60 years, this pristine, George Fazio designed course has lured the finest golfers in the State and beyond, as well as been a venue for teaching and nurturing those new to the game. It is also the perfect locale for building and networking corporate relationships. As a golf-only club, with a highly acclaimed restaurant, the focus is always on a sublime experience. moselemgolf.com
About Berkleigh Golf Club
Berkleigh Golf Club is set among the majestic rolling hills of Kutztown, Pa., and was a private golf club for over 90 years until opening to the public in 2007. Berkleigh has a rich history in Berks County and was host to the LPGA Betsy King Classic for many years. The club, founded by residents of Berks and Lehigh counties, is easily accessible from both counties; and is a staple of the surrounding communities. berkleighgolf.com
Contact: Matt Frey, PGA, Communications Director, mfrey@pgahq.com
Philadelphia PGA Women’s Committee Presents: A Conversation With Paige Cribb, PGA
The Philadelphia PGA Women’s Advisory Committee invites you to join us for a special Zoom discussion featuring Paige Cribb, PGA, current PGA of America District 10 Director.
During this interactive session, Paige will share her personal journey into PGA governance, the leadership experiences that have shaped her career, and the opportunities available for PGA Professionals looking to become more involved at the Section and National levels.
To make this an engaging conversation, we encourage every attendee to come prepared with one question for Paige. Whether you’re curious about leadership, governance, career development, or her experiences in the golf industry, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn from one of the PGA’s most respected leaders.
We hope you’ll join us for what promises to be an inspiring and informative morning. To register, click on the below button.
A Conversation With Paige Cribb, PGA
Thursday July 9
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Join via Google Meet
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Or dial: (US) +1 813-397-6119 PIN: 141 327 969#
About Paige Cribb, PGA
Paige Cribb, PGA, MBA, served as the PGA of America District 10 Director, representing the Carolinas, Kentucky, and Mid-Atlantic PGA Sections on the PGA Board of Directors. She is the Director of Student Support for the PGA Golf Management Program at Coastal Carolina University and has been a PGA Member since 1997. A past President of the Carolinas PGA Section—and the first woman to serve in that role—Paige has dedicated her career to developing future PGA Professionals, advancing golf education, and providing servant leadership throughout the Association.
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
PGA of America Golf Professional Lamar Saxon and Team Win 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Junior Team Championship
Blue Bell, Pa. (June 30, 2026) — Kennett Square Golf and Country Club’s Lamar Saxon, PGA, Grant Burkhart, Paul Sanfrancesco, and Patrick Puskar captured the 2026 Philadelphia Pro-Junior Team Championship at Bluestone Country Club after posting an impressive 17-under-par.
Yardley Country Club’s J.T. Wambold, Tommy Carpenter, Maddie Cabot, and Brady Weltz finished second only one stroke back. John F. Byrne Golf Course’s golf professional, Rocco Sgrillo, and junior golfers Joey Conrad, Ethan Clark, and Jake Smaron placed third at 12-under-par. Tavistock Country Club’s Matt Cocco, PGA, Brady Cobb, Andrew Walker, and Nick DiMedio finished fourth at 10-under-par.
In a tie for fifth place was Bellewood Country Club’s Kyle Miller, PGA, Max Berish, Adam Smith and Brett Wade; Radnor Valley Country Club’s John Esher-Hagel, PGA, Sebastian Leone, Thomas Manzi, and Mike Manzi; Cedarbrook Country Club’s Jim Parella, PGA, Jonathon Schultz, Taylor Becht, Baylor Keim; and Merion Golf Club’s Nick Iacono, PGA, Owen Ciesielka, Brody Campbell, and Grant MacColl.
To view the full 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Junior Team Championship leaderboard, click here.
The 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Junior Team Championship is supported by the PGA Tour, Golf Max, and TKS Golf Sales / Tom Gleason. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA Professionals thank our host, Bluestone Country Club, their members, management, host PGA Professionals, and staff, as well as our partners, 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
The Fairway Feed (S2E1)
Welcome to the Fairway Feed, the Philadelphia PGA Section’s 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. We’ll be sharing 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, Director of Operations, mfrey@pgahq.com
PGA of America Golf Professional Brian Bergstol and Amateur Jake Haberstumpf Win 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Scratch Championship
York, Pa. (June 29, 2026) — The Philadelphia PGA traveled across the Susquehanna River to the Country Club of York where PGA of America Golf Professional Brian Bergstol from Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort and his amateur partner Jake Haberstumpf claimed victory in the 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Scratch Championship. The pair had an outstanding round of 11-under-par, carding zero bogeys, in the better ball of partners format.
The team who took second place only one stroke back was Dupont Country Club’s Michael Caldwell and his partner Jason Henzes. In third place at 9-under-par was PGA Professional Jeff Fick and Brandon Raihl from Moselem Springs Golf Club. Rounding out the top five in a tie for fourth place at 7-under-par was Life Member Terry Hertzog, PGA and Zak Drescher; Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club’s Rob Wolfers, PGA and Jim Schmidt; and Rocco Sgrillo and Michael Sgrillo from John F. Byrne Golf Course.
To view the full leaderboard for the 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Scratch, click here.
The 2026 Philadelphia PGA Pro-Scratch is supported by Johnnie-O,PRG, Ohana Farm LLC and TSG Consulting / Draft Kings. The Philadelphia PGA Section and its PGA of America Golf Professionals thank our partners, host Country Club of York, their owners, 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 300 golf facilities in our region.
Contact: Matt Frey, PGA, Director of Operations, mfrey@pgahq.com