The Central New York PGA Special Awards Committee determined the finalists for this year’s Special Awards. The winners in all categories will be revealed at the annual Section Holiday Party on Dec. 4.
All finalists have made noteworthy contributions to either the Section, among their peers or to the public in an effort to grow the game.
Below we recognized the achievements of the finalist for the Patriot Award,
This year’s finalists for the Patriot Award are:
Steve Nacewicz, PGA (Crestwood Golf Club)
A five-time winner of this award, Steve has made many contributions in support of military veterans and U.S. Armed Forces. Annually, Steve runs a highly-successful Folds of Honor Foundation golf event as well as hosting the Fairway Fore Freedom golf event. He also offers free coaching and rounds of golf to military personnel on Memorial Day.
Joey Tesori, PGA (PGA REACH CNY)
As the Executive Director of PGA REACH CNY, Joey expanded opportunities designated to benefit veterans and military personnel. Among the 2025 initiatives were the PGA HOPE Pro-Am and the inaugural Visions Veterans Classic at Binghamton CC in addition to expanding and supporting PGA HOPE programs within the Section.
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