PGA of America Golf Professional Ruth Weydig was inducted into the Central New York PGA Hall of Fame on Dec. 4. Weydig was honored at the 22nd annual Special Awards and Holiday Party at Drumlins Country Club.
Weydig, the Head Professional at Oneida Community Golf Course, earned Hall of Fame honors for her contributions and accomplishments within the Section especially in the area of youth and player development.
Prior to her formal Hall of Fame induction, Weydig received her ninth career Youth Player Development Award.
Weydig was humbled to have been selected for the Section Hall of Fame. Her longtime friend, Cathy Quinn, introduced her, and Weydig received a standing ovation from those in attendance at the Holiday Party.
“This is an incredible milestone for me,” Weydig said. “I just love what I do.”
During her acceptance speech, Weydig recognized individuals who have had an impact in her career including PGA peers Stanley Lisk, Steve Nacewicz, Alan Seamans, Jack Conger and Dustin Jones.
Weydig, of Oneida, has been a PGA Member for 37 years. Her dedication to introducing the game of golf to junior players has been at the forefront of her career.
Weydig has been instrumental in creating opportunities for juniors. Among her accomplishments:
*Implemented “Golf in Schools” program at elementary schools in the Vernon-Verona-Sherrill District
*Promotes the Section’s Junior Tour, PGA Jr. League and Drive, Chip and Putt Qualifiers
*Longtime head coach of the Mohawk Valley Community College Golf Program
The CNY PGA congratulates Ruth Weydig on her induction into the Section Hall of Fame!
The 2025 Holiday Party was sponsored by Presenting Partners: Turning Stone Resort Casino and Supporting Partners: Satch Sales/Club Car and Frank “Red” Costello of New Penn Golf Cart Leasing Co.