Volume 8, Issue 1, January 9, 2015 PGA Show

Volume 8, Issue 1, January 9, 2015
Section Events & Results National Spotlight Section Spotlight Chapter Events Membership News Birthdays
The North Florida PGA Member Update (your newsletter sent by email and posted on the web every
Friday) is one-stop shopping for everything North Florida PGA. We encourage all Members and
Apprentices to review the Member Update each week for news regarding your Association and its
activities.
PGA Show Demo Day
Tuesday, January 20 • 9:00am - 5:00pm
Orange County National Golf Center
PGA Show Days & Conference
Wednesday, January 21 • 8:30am - 6:00pm
Thursday, January 22 • 8:30am - 6:00pm
Friday, January 23 • 8:30am - 3:00pm
Orange County Convention Center
2015 PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit
Sunday, January 18 - Monday, January 19
Orange County Convention Center
Click HERE For Details and to Register...
Everything You Need To Know and Registration at www.pgashow.com!
Did You Download their app on your smartphone? It's excellent to help you plan your visit!
MSR Cycle Ends June 2015! Earn your MSR's at the Show.
Click HERE For Schedule of Educational MSR Opportunities...
North Florida PGA Hospitality Room will be in W305 B as always!
Stop by for a visit or a break!
We look forward to seeing you there...
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*IMPORTANT NOTICE*
There has been a necessary adjustment to the North Florida PGA Tournament Schedule.
The 2015 Section Championship has been rescheduled for Monday, August 31st through
Thursday, September 3rd. It will remain at Reunion Resort Watson Course.
The Two-Person Team Championship will be removed from the schedule.
(The Two-Person will be re-launched in 2016 bigger and better than ever)
Here is the new detailed schedule of events:
Monday August 31st
Section Championship Pro-Am presented by National Car Rental
Tuesday September 1st
Section Championship Round 1
Wednesday September 2nd
Section Championship Round 2
Global Golf Sales Million Dollar Challenge
Thursday September 3rd
Section Championship Round 3
Trophy Presentation
Thank you very much for your understanding. We look forward to a great 2015.
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The 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit presented by OMEGA, Sunday-Monday, Jan. 18-19, 2015,
offers numerous educational opportunities for both PGA and non-PGA Professionals. Carrying the theme,
"A Lifetime Learning Experience," the Summit will be held at the Orange County Convention Center,
Orlando, Florida, and opens the PGA Merchandise Show week.
The PGA of America's largest teaching forum emphasizes the coaching side of developing players to
achieve their goals. Originated in 1988, the Summit features unique and renowned presenters over a
two-day schedule.
FEES (Registration closes Jan. 14, 2015)

PGA of America members, apprentices, PGA Golf Management University students $375.
CLICK HERE to register.

LPGA Professionals, Allied Professionals - $600.
CLICK HERE to register.
Registration packet (event materials and badge) pick-up will be held at the Orange County Convention
Center on Sunday, Jan. 18, and again on Monday, Jan. 19, beginning at 6:30 a.m.
SCHEDULED TO APPEAR (the list and presenter's topic will be updated once confirmed)
Michael Breed, PGA (Master of Ceremonies)
Greg Norman
Chuck Cook, PGA
Jason Dufner, 2013 PGA Champion
Butch Harmon
James Ridyard
David Leadbetter, PGA
Bernie Najar, PGA
Jim Hardy, PGA
Krista Dunton, PGA
Gary Wiren, PGA
Gale Peterson, PGA
Mike Adams, PGA
Kellie Stenzel, PGA
Kathy Gildersleeve-Jensen, PGA
Bill Hulbert, PGA
Jim McLean, PGA
Mike McGetrick, PGA
Martin Hall, PGA
Damon Hack (Golf Channel)
Sean Foley
Ed Ibarguen, PGA
Chris Como
Dr. Guadagnoli
Paul Hurrion
Lou Guzzi, PGA
Dr. TJ Tomasi, PGA
PGA CEO Pete Bevacqua
NEW THIS YEAR - LIVE LESSONS:
Teacher will begin by sharing pertinent information with attendees, including the student's background,
game and health. The student will hit approximately six shots into a net which will be recorded by two
video cameras as well as Trackman to give ball flight numbers. Camera views and Trackman numbers
will be displayed on two large screens. After approximately five swings, the assigned teacher will ask the
audience to take five minutes to write down what they see, when they see it and how they would make
adjustments or changes. The instructor will share what they would do with the student and why.
Assigned teachers will take approximately 20 minutes for questions sent via text from the audience.
On Sunday, Jan. 18, Golf Magazine will announce their Top 100 and Hall of Fame Introduction. At the
conclusion of the day's program, Golf Magazine will host a reception for all attendees, honoring the latest
inductees into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame.
Click HERE For Complete Details for the entire summit…
Mentor Lunches for PGA apprentices and PGA Golf Management University students have been
scheduled for the 2015 PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando. This is your opportunity to personally meet
with the PGA Board of Directors and PGA Past Presidents. Reserve your spot for Wednesday, Jan. 21
(Board of Directors) or Thursday, Jan. 22 (PGA Past Presidents), from 12:00-1:00 p.m., in Room 414D
of the Orange County Convention Center. Golf attire is preferred.
Click on one of the links below to register:
• Wednesday, Jan. 21 with the PGA Board of Directors
• Thursday, Jan. 22 with PGA Past Presidents
Many times our best practices come from others!
Share your Best Practices strategies to
PGA Magazine and help your fellow
PGA brothers and sisters.
You may get published and on your way
to fortune and fame!
Click HERE for the form to submit.
Thank you for sharing.
PGA JLG Captains & Coaches,
Now is the time to start planning for 2015 PGA JLG season following the success of the 2014 campaign
which saw 44 teams participate in the North Florida Section among the 1,400+ nationwide!
Prior to the PGA Show expect additional news regarding opting in for the 2015 season on the updated
website. Captains aren’t required to re-register but should let their PGA JLG representative know if they
plan on adding teams or creating their own league. Every player will need to be registered in 2015 and
when parents do they will be able to select their junior(s) jersey size. In addition, Captains will also have
an opportunity to purchase matching team hats for their squads this season.
Also, if you would like physical or electronic versions of the recruiting materials to help reach your
juniors let us know and we’ll have them sent to your attention immediately.
Finally, we’re excited to announce a new league for those players graduating out of the traditional 13 &
under with our new U-16 league. Detailed information will follow in January but here are a few important
notes:
1. Must be a returning 2014 PGA JLG Captain or Coach
2. Teams are made up of 4-6 participants with two matches per team competition (instead of four matches)
3. Host your own league (you only need 16 players)...or join with existing teams in your PGA-JLG League to
create this new Division
4. Postseason will be comprised solely of Sectional Invitational Tournaments
Thanks again, looking forward to a great 2015 season!
Keith Johnson, PGA of America
Find out how you can get involved in growing the game with PGA Junior League Golf! Click HERE!
Did you know that PGA Magazine offers you a digital PGA Membership and Golf Directory?
The PGA Membership & Golf Directory is recognized as one of the most important membership benefits
by PGA Professionals.
Click HERE For More Details and the link to access it.
MSR Cyle Ends in 2015! Don't procrastinate!
Did You Know? The PGA has a new Marketing Resource Center For You!
Click HERE To link to pgalinks for all the details…Good stuff!
Did you know that the National Office also puts out an informative monthly newsletter? It’s called
“Membership Matters”. It is very well written and interesting. Click HERE to read the latest version.
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NORTH FLORIDA PGA AND CHASE54 ANNOUNCE APPAREL PARTNERSHIP
NEW Collaboration to Launch During Section Championship
The North Florida PGA announces an integrated partnership with CHASE54 Apparel, kicking off during its
NFPGA Section Championship September 16 – 18, 2014. The apparel brand will provide the NFPGA with
shirts for all the players in the four major championships of the Section, including; Match Play, Chapter
Championships, PNC and Section Championship through the end of 2017. CHASE54 will also outfit the
NFPGA Cup Teams and NFPGA Board and Staff. In addition, CHASE54 will contribute a percentage of
sales within the Section to distribute between the Chapters, Section Programs and Foundation.
“This is a significant commitment from CHASE54 that will greatly enhance and benefit the NFPGA
tournament series,” says Rich Smith, Executive Director/CEO of the North Florida PGA. “It’s a wonderful
win-win opportunity for the North Florida Section and its PGA Professionals,” he adds. “The North Florida
PGA looks forward to nurturing this partnership for many years to come.”
“There is nothing more valuable to CHASE54 than industry people like the NFPGA communities
experiencing our innovative apparel,” says Doug Risher, National Sales Manager for CHASE54. “As a
Florida resident, it’s remarkable how the region has responded to CHASE54. A partnership of this caliber
will continue elevating our brand throughout the industry and beyond. It’s a key indicator of where the
company is headed and we’re truly appreciative of the opportunity,” he adds.
For more information on CHASE54, visit www.chase54.com or contact Jim Devine, PGA Member at
727.647.0520.
Q. A player's ball lies under a bush and it is clearly impracticable for the player to make a stroke at it.
However, the ball lies on a mound made by a burrowing animal. Is the player entitled to relief without
penalty under Rule 25-1b?
Answer is on our home page at www.nfpga.com in the bottom of left sidebar...
Schedule Set For 2015 PGA/USGA Rules of Golf Workshops. Want a great refresher? Want to learn more
about the rules? It’s a great workshop! Click HERE For More Information…
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All Chapter 2015 Calendars are now complete and posted on Chapter web page at
www.nfpga.com
NORTHERN
January 12 - King and Bear Pro Am; World Golf Village
January 15 - Chapter Meeting & Election of Secretary; Timuquana CC
February 9 - NC Pro Am; San Jose CC
February 15 - Underwood PGA Cup Pro Am
February 16-17 -Underwood PGA Cup Matches
March 9 -NC Pro Am; Marsh Creek CC
March 23 - NC/ECC Pro Superintendent; Halifax Plantation
EAST CENTRAL
February 9 -ECC Pro Am; Country Club of Championsgate
March 23 - NC/ECC Pro Superintendent; Halifax Plantation
March 30 -ECC Pro Pro & Meeting; Bella Collina
WEST CENTRAL
March 23 -WCC Pro Pro & Meeting; Hunter’s Green
SOUTHWEST
January 16 - 16th Annual Heritage Oaks Pro Am
February 9 -SWC Meeting & Education; Sernoa Golf Club
February 23 -SWC Pro Am; Longboat Key
March 2 -SWC Meeting and Awards; Ritz Carlton Members Club
March 9 -Coast Cadillac Laurel Oak Cup; Laurel Oak
March 23 -SWC Pro Am; Ritz Carlton Members Club
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Employment Changes between 11/01/2014 and 11/30/2014 for Section
Employee
David R. Allen, PGA
Eric D. Fout, PGA
Thomas R Gullo
Paul E. Kenny, PGA
Nathan T King
Joe G. Kowatch, PGA
Jay C Kragh, PGA
Jeffrey T. Leonard, PGA
Richard M. Porter, PGA
Patricia Shriver, PGA
William S. Shriver, PGA
Charles K. Slenker, PGA
Jonathan P Stuart
Michael A Vezzetti
Class
A-14
A-8
B-8
A-8
B-8
A-8
A-1
A-6
A-8
A-1
A-13
A-6
B-8
B-8
Current Facility
Mayfair Country Club
Walt Disney World Golf/Palm Magnolia
Tampa Bay Golf & Country Club
Mystic Dunes Golf Club
Tarpon Springs Golf Course
Pine Course @ Grand Club
Ocala Palms Golf Club
Terrace Hill Golf Center
Wentworth Golf Club
Cove Cay Country Club
Cove Cay Country Club
Sun Coast Golf Center
Streamsong Resort
Streamsong Resort
Current Facility Start Date
11/1/2014
11/3/2014
11/24/2014
11/18/2014
11/6/2014
11/3/2014
11/26/2014
11/1/2014
11/4/2014
11/14/2014
11/14/2014
11/10/2014
11/1/2014
11/3/2014
Class and Section Changes
Current Section#
135
135
135
135
135
Old Section#
80
135
135
135
135
Name
Richard M. Porter, PGA
William S. Shriver, PGA
David R. Allen, PGA
Jeffrey T. Leonard, PGA
Jay C Kragh, PGA
From Date
11/4/2014
11/14/2014
11/1/2014
11/1/2014
11/26/2014
Expire Date
6/30/2015
6/30/2015
6/30/2015
6/30/2015
6/30/2015
Class
A-8
A-13
A-14
A-6
A-1
Init Code
Section
Class
Class
Class
Class
New Members
Name
Eric D. Fout, PGA
Joe G. Kowatch, PGA
Facility
Walt Disney World Golf/Palm Magnolia
Pine Course @ Grand Club
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12/19
Charles Darbyshire
12/20
Matthew Barnes
Daniel Knop
Robert McVay
12/21
Jason Bodey
Thomas Corrigan
Graeme Oliver
Robert Conforte
Aaron Fusiek
Darin Hoff
Werner Teichmann
Ryan Womack
12/26
Richard Beavers
Allan Guthrie
Stephen Rourke
12/27
Erik Anderson
Nancy Henderson
Ernest Lanford
Wayne Stone
Jonathan Williams
12/31
Bryan Bessinger
Jennifer Cully
Gregg Gamester
Peter Konefal
Jason Bell
Robert Shaffer
1/04
Mark Cline
Rhonda Ferguson
Matthew Shappee
Anthony Stepney
1/05
Wayne Larsen
Jack McFaul
Jay Seymour
Danny Withers
12/22
Brendon Chase
Terrance Christie
Joshua Flagg
Jan Stephenson
12/23
Ed Tucker
James Williams
12/24
Mark Bare
Ryan Mikesell
John Wolfe
12/25
Jeffrey Boudrie
David Buth
Will Frantz
Navneet Sewak
12/28
David Allen
Noble Brunton
Mark Dixon
Vincent Law
Paul Long
12/29
Michael Gareau
Tommy Giles
Lisa Lipnicky
12/30
Ryan Lanzen
Christopher Russell
David Windsor
1/01
Rolf Deming
Joshua Hauk
Bradley Myers
Douglas Slusser
Leonard Thompson
Tyler Witman
1/02
Malcolm Joseph
Mary Schiavetta
1/03
Bryan Arnett
1/06
William Adams
Paul Azinger
Steve Dietz
Steven Dietz
Chad Eckhart
Joseph Simpson
Robert Tharpe
1/08
Mary Hafeman
Daniel Meadows
Andrew Mitchell
Christopher Wilson
President
Mike Touhey, PGA
Vice President
Mike Lynch, PGA
Secretary
John Hughes, PGA
Tournament Chairman
Dave Hronek, PGA
Director, District 13
Jack Binswanger, PGA
Career Services Consultant, District 13
Mike McCollum, PGA
Northern Chapter
Greg Lecker, PGA
President
East Central Chapter
Brendon Elliott, PGA
President
West Central Chapter
Rick Sopka, PGA
President
Southwester Chapter
Glen Murray, PGA
President
Jim Lohbauer, PGA
Vice President
Jason Kuiper, PGA
Vice President
Chris Slattery, PGA
Vice President
Kevin Paschall, PGA
Vice President
Executive
Director/CEO
Rich Smith
Office Manager & Member Services
Coordinator
Jan Olier
Operations & Events
Manager
Steve Morris, PGA
Honorary President
Tony Johnson, PGA
Tournament
Director
Ben Herring
Administrative
Assistant
Brandi Williams