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March 8, 2023- Via PGA of America
Dick Smith, the PGA of America President from 1991-92, passed away on March 8.
“The PGA of America is heartbroken by the passing of our 27th PGA President, Dick Smith. A PGA Member since 1964 and a member of the PGA Hall of Fame, he had a great influence on our sport both as an administrator and a competitor,” said PGA President John Lindert.
"His service as President of the PGA from 1991-92 was extremely impactful on our membership, the game, and the golf industry Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Smith family, including his wife Adrienne, daughter Stephanie, and son and Quarter Century PGA Member Dick Jr , along with his grandchildren, Alexandria, Zakary, and Marissa ”
A sterling representative of the Philadelphia PGA, Smith was a five-time Section Champion, who won more than 25 Philadelphia PGA championships during his career. He also captured the Section's Player of the Year Award six times and served as Philadelphia PGA President from 1978-1980.
100th Anniversary
HOLLYWOOD CASINO AT THE MEADOWS
MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2023
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE TRI-STATE PGA
We have a Cen-Sational program planned for you as well as complimentary centennial swag. Can't wait to see you all!
Complimentary Centennial Swag
INCLUDES "Celebrating 100 Years" BRANDED ITEMS: 2023-24 Appt. Calendar | Reversible Belt | Hat | Sleeve of Titleist Balls
30TH ANNUAL LAS VEGAS PRO-AM | OCT. 14-19, 2023
Dear TSPGA Members and Associates,
Registration for the 30th Annual Las Vegas Pro-Am is now open. Visit the tournaments tab on the home page to register and view more information. LINK
We are currently over 50% sold. This event will sell out, so do not wait. After the first 60 paid and approved teams, you will be placed on the waitlist.
.A $1,200 team deposit is required to hold your spot and will be due by March 15th, 2023. If you have any questions, please call Andrew in the TSPGA office at 724-774-2224 or by email awood@pgahq.com.
Thank You, TSPGA STAFF
REGISTER SOON - SPREAD THE WORD
Attention Area Jr. Golfers! Have you registered for our Junior Golf Night?
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | Oakmont Country Club | 6:00-8:00 pm
Free and Open to all Junior Golfers. Learn from our professional panel and enjoy a pizza buffet!
REGISTRATION INFO IS BELOW:
Islay's Junior Golf Members Register Online | LINK
Non-Isaly's Junior Golf Members Register by Phone w/the Tri-State PGA Office 724-774-2224
Presented by TSPGA and WPGA
We have a fantastic schedule teed up for our Centennial year. View the revised and updated schedule online. LINK
“The Section” staff have been working hard to present our centennial year to our members and partners. We selected a day this week to unwind and participate in team building in “The Office.”
Enjoy! (Turn Sound On)
PGA Members (in good standing) of the TSPGA may register for the following events on Thursday, March 16, 2023. TSPGA Associates (in good standing) may register on Friday, March 17, 2023, to enter on a space-available basis ONLY.
All events are online registration only.
Registration Begins at 9:00 AM for the Events Listed Below (MEMBERS)
March 16th -
March 17th -
Registration Begins at 9:00 AM for the Events Listed Below (ASSOCIATES)
April 14
April 17
May 1
May 4
May 8
May 15-16
Pro-3 Am
Senior-Junior Championship
Pro-3 Am
Pro-3 Sr. Am
Pro-3 Am
Mercer County Pro-Am
Southpointe GC
Valley Brook CC
Green Oaks CC
Sewickley Heights GC
Sunnehanna CC
Tam O’ Shanter & Grove City CC
APRIL 10TH – Registration Begins at 9:00 AM for the Remaining 2023 Events (MEMBERS)
APRIL 11th – Registration Begins at 9:00 AM for the Remaining 2023 Events (ASSOCIATES)
* All TSPGA Point Events Will Open to All Members & Associates that are Through LEVEl 1 *
VIA PGA.COM ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1, 2023
FORE HIRE announced on March 1 that it has launched the “Women Who Want to Work in Golf” program, created for former and current college golfers interested in pursuing a career in the golf industry.
Read the Full Story at PGA.com LINK
March 8th was a global day celebrating women's historical, cultural, and political achievements. The theme for International Women's Day 2023 is #EmbraceEquity, which encourages people to challenge gender bias and inequality.
Chicago State University Athletics contestants during a practice round of the 2021 PGA WORKS Collegiate Championship at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
TODAY WE SHINE THE SPOTLIGHT ON OUR COLLECTION OF TRI-STATE SECTION PGA DIRECTORIES.
The Pittsburgh Golf and Travel show, presented by North Coast Golf and Travel, saw large crowds on Saturday and Sunday. On both days, the TriState PGA was on the scene to provide attendees with free lessons and educational sessions by our local professionals.
Mike Van Sickle
James Brod Graham Hoffman Chris Geruschat
Ron Lucas, Johnny Mock, Dr Gary J DeLorenzo
Rich Conwell Tom Beeler Gabe Frerotte
Andrew Wood, Frank Murgia, Lexi Tofanelli
Jody Barrett
