Quarter Century Club
Quarter Century Club Celebrating 25 Years of Service as a PGA Member
PGA Members who have served the PGA of America with honor and pride for 25 years are elected to the Quarter Century Club. Their steadfast promotion of our great sport is recognized with a letter from the PGA President, a special Quarter Century Club certificate and a gold Quarter Century lapel pin. This month, the Colorado Section is proud to feature Quarter Century Club Members Eddie Ainsworth, PGA, Mike Clinton, PGA, and Kendall Carson,PGA
Eddie Ainsworth, PGA
CEO and Executive Director of the Colorado PGA Where did you grow up? I was the son of a 30-year Air Force Veteran, so I lived in multiple states and Europe. What was your first introduction to the game of golf? My first introduction to golf was playing and caddying with my father. Why did you choose to become a PGA Golf Professional? I love the game and wanted a career in golf. What makes you most proud about being a PGA Professional? All the things PGA Professionals do make me proud, “One Badge, Many Roles.” We get to the best part of people’s day! What golf facilities have you been employed at and in what capacity? · Whispering Winds Golf Course at Cannon AFB, New Mexico – Head Professional /G.C. Superintendent · Palm Meadows Golf Course at Norton AFB, California – Director of Golf · Manatee Cove Golf Course at Patrick AFB, Florida – Director of Golf · Eisenhower Golf Club at USAFA, Colorado – Head Professional/General Manager What do you feel is the most meaningful contribution to the game of golf you have made? Hopefully, I have brightened someone’s day or helped parents to build on their relationships with their kids. To me, it’s all about relationships. What hobbies do you have outside of golf? I enjoy spending time with my family and fly fishing. If you could have a dream foursome, who would it be? It would be a five-some: my father and three brothers. Nothing is more important than family.
28 SEPTEMBER 2021
The SUMMIT
