Section Saturday News Magazine | Tri-State PGA | December 21, 2024

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TRI-STATE

Happy Birthday Wishes to our TSPGA Members, Associates, and Staff.

1-JEFFREY ELLIS

1-SEAN KNAUS

2-COLE MOORE

2-JAMIE COSTIC

4-HAROLD HEINLEIN

5-ROBERT FRIEND

5-MARK CUNNINGHAM

6-JERRY STONE

6-MICHAEL BAUER

7-AUSTIN SPEIGLE

8-FRANK SLUCIAK

8-SCOTT DUNLAP

8-SEAN SWIDZINSKI

9-CHRISTOPHER STANSBERRY

10-JOHN KERINS

10-MICHAEL FERRY

11-JOHN MYERS

13-MATTHEW TERRY

14-WILLIAM PAGE

15-JOE DECROO

15-MATTHEW TRIMBUR

16-ALEX ANGELONE

17-MIKE VAN SICKLE

18-CRAIG MANKINS

20-DAVID SCRAGG

20-RUSSELL REID

21-DAVID COLEMAN

22-BRYON PALONDER

23-BRADEN LOHR

23-GREGORY WALTMIRE

25-JOSEPH RUKAS

26-DOMINIC FISHER

29-DANIEL PISARCHICK

29-TIMOTHY GUSTIN

2024 TSPGA Winter Board of Directors Meeting

The section held its annual winter B.O.D. meeting on Monday, December 16th, at the Puma Showroom in Moon Township, PA. We thank Steve Superick of Cobra|Puma Golf for sponsoring the meeting. This is the first B.O.D. to feature a sponsor, and Steve provided a fabulous lunch and spent a few minutes presenting new and exciting Cobra Golf technology.

The Officers, Board of Directors, and Tournament Committee discussed many topics and initiatives regarding the upcoming 2025 golf season. We would also like to thank Josh Riley, PGA (PGA of America Regional Director, Member, and Section Business Operations), who made the trip from Michigan to join us and to present insightful updates and information from a national, section, and regional level.

PGA STORIES

The section congratulates and recognizes Tom Beeler of Youghiogheny Country Club for achieving the prestigious PGA of America Master Professional designation! This milestone reflects his exceptional dedication, expertise, and commitment to excellence in the game of golf. Well done and bravo, Tom!

JUNIOR TOUR

Wednesday, April 2 | Junior Golf Night Scally's Golf Center

Saturday, April 5 | Totteridge Golf Course

Saturday, May 17 | Oakbrook Golf Course

Monday, June 9 | Ligonier Country Club

Wednesday, June 11 | Seven Springs Mountain Resort

Thursday, June 19 | Hannastown Golf Club

Friday, June 20 | Rolling Fields Golf Course

Monday, June 23 | Nemacolin Country Club

Tuesday, June 24 | Sewickley Heights Golf Club

Thursday, June 26 | Avalon Field Club At New Castle

Monday, June 30 | Latrobe Country Club

Tuesday, July 1 | Nemacolin

Wednesday, July 2 | Butler Country Club

Monday, July 7 | Willowbrook Country Club

Thursday, July 10 | Glengarry Golf Links

Monday, July 14 | Lakeview Golf Resort

Wednesday, July 16 | Latrobe Elks Golf Club

Thursday, July 17 | Connoquenessing Country Club

Tuesday, July 22 | Youghiogheny Country Club

Wednesday, July 23 | Tam O'Shanter Golf Course

Thursday, July 24 | South Hills Country Club

Tuesday, July 29 | Lone Pine Country Club

Thursday, July 31 | POY Championship, Nemacolin

JUNIORTOUR

TRI-STATE PRESENTED BY

Jan.7, 2025:

Player Registration Opens

Jan. 20, 2025:

First Ship Date for Team Kit Fulfillment

March 1, 2025: 2025 Season Start Date

The section would like to thank and congratulate PGA Head Coach Adam Morrison and his 13u PGA Jr. League Team for their representation and performance in the National Car Rental PGA Jr. League Championship in October. Adam was kind enough to send a signed pin flag to the office, and we will proudly frame and hang it in our gallery.

We are excited to present continuing coverage of our Tri-State Section PGA HOPE Ambassador, Ronald E. Gionta, Colonel (Retired), United States Air Force.

Ron has been enjoying his new mission and purpose. He is visiting VFWs, Veterans Breakfast Gatherings, and various Veterans programs in the area, recruiting and spreading the word about the work and programs PGA of America golf professionals provide to active and retired military.

We are so proud and happy for Ron; he is an American hero who offers friendship, camaraderie, and hope to fellow veterans.

PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is dedicated to fostering a healthier community for veterans, utilizing the power of golf to enhance their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being.

Ronald E. Gionta, COL. (Retired), USAF

PGA HOPE Ambassador, Tri-State Section

"PGA HOPE Golf Professionals supported me, helped me, and embraced me in a very dark time in my life." - Ron

VETERANS BREAKFAST CLUB | December 11, 2024

Christ Church at Grove Farm, Sewickley, PA

TWO NEW FEATURED VIDEOS

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Veterans have given everything to be there for our country when we need it most. We need to be there when they come back. PGA HOPE aims to serve more than 50,000 Veterans by the end of 2024 at program locations nationwide.

Led by PGA of America Golf Professionals, PGA HOPE is introducing and teaching golf through a 6-8 week curriculum while creating a path forward for Veterans and Active Duty Service Members.

PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is on a mission unlike any other - to change and save Veterans' Lives through the game of golf. Join the mission today.

Featuring special guest RON LUCAS

- Ronald Lucas joins Rich to discuss his work with PGA HOPE Tri-State and the Pittsburgh Youth Golf Foundation. Ron also explains his unique connection to Arnold Palmer.

LISTEN TO THE SHOW

As the year comes to a close, the section staff wants to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust, collaboration, and support throughout the year.

Wishing you and your families a joyous holiday season filled with happiness and a New Year full of success, prosperity, and exciting opportunities.

We look forward to continuing our friendships and partnerships in the year ahead.

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

Warm regards, Tri-State PGA Staff

TRI-STATE

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