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Member Spotlight: Robert Larsen, PGA

Robert Larsen enjoys working with people, a key component of his position as a PGA of America Golf Professional at Onondaga Golf and Country Club.   “I enjoy being a golf pro,” Larsen said. “I couldn’t see myself doing anything

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Celebrating Women’s History Month

March is Women’s History Month and the Central New York PGA is celebrating this special month by showcasing our women’s events and featuring women in golf.   The CNY PGA offers different playing opportunities for women and is dedicated to

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Member Spotlight: Bernie Herceg, PGA

As the head coach of the Binghamton University Men’s Golf Team, PGA of America Member Bernie Herceg has set high standards for his student-athletes.     “When you reach this level, work ethic is so important,” Herceg said. “We work

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PGA HOPE Training at Turning Stone

JP Lunn, PGA of America Golf Professional conducted PGA HOPE Training at Turning Stone Resort Casino Feb. 12, 2024 Twenty-two PGA of America Golf Members and Associates earned PGA HOPE certification to become trained instructors Feb. 12 at Turning

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Moretti earns #GameChanger Award

  PGA of America Golf Associate Matt Moretti’s efforts to grow the game at the junior level have made an impact at Corning Country Club and have earned him national recognition.   Moretti received the #GameChanger Award which celebrates

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Member Spotlight: Matt Jaynes, PGA

For PGA of America Member Matt Jaynes, one of the best parts about being the Head Professional at Corning Country Club is that each day is different.   “It’s a mix of general member golf services, staff support, golf lessons, league and

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PGA REACH receives Dick’s House of Sport Grant

  Dick’s House of Sport in Johnson City awarded PGA REACH Central New York a grant of $5,000 in support of the Syracuse City PGA Jr. League program for 2024.   The official check presentation took place at the Johnson City Dick’s

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McGinnis named to GRAA Top 100 List

  Ryan McGinnis, PGA of America Golf Professional, was recently selected by the Golf Range Association of America (GRAA) as one of its Top 100 Growth of the Game Teaching Professionals.   Being named among the country’s other top PGA

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Record-breaking year for Towsley Pro-Am

In an effort to benefit the Upstate Foundation and Upstate University Hospital, the Central New York PGA annually provides organizational support for the Upstate Towsley Pro-Am held at Turning Stone Resort Casino.   The Upstate Towsley Pro-Am

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Member Spotlight: Dennis Colligan, PGA

Dennis Colligan, PGA and Cazenovia Golf Club go way back.   At a young age, Colligan was introduced to golf at Cazenovia GC, a course where he has served as the Head Professional for the last 26 years.     “I got my start in golf

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