The Michigan PGA French Lick Resort Pro-Am, presented by Oakley, FH Wadsworth, and Antigua, concluded Wednesday with the final round on the Donald Ross Course.

The team of professional Billy Nelson (Shooters Golf Shop) and his amateur partners—Rob Jackson, Steve McCrossin, and Tony ...Ruelas—held steady to secure the overall championship, finishing four shots clear of the field.

They withstood a strong final-round push from professional Alex Macko (Jawor’s Golf Center) and his team of Robert Swanson, Daren Robinson, and Chris Milton. Macko’s group closed the gap to within two shots at one point but ultimately finished in second place, four shots behind the leaders.

The event began Sunday evening with an opening reception at the historic French Lick Springs Hotel, where all teams were housed. Originally established in 1845, the hotel underwent a major restoration in 2006, which included the addition of a casino, blending its rich history with modern amenities.

Teams competed in two rounds on the Ross Course and one round on the Pete Dye Course. It was on the challenging Dye Course where Nelson’s team created separation, posting an impressive 14-under-par performance in the One Gross/One Net format. That round gave them a commanding nine-shot lead heading into the final day.

The low round of the final day on the Ross Course came from Michael Carrillo (Gull Lake Country Club) and his amateur partners Kyle Barker, Mike Graham, and Sam Kite. Their 9-under-par effort vaulted them up the leaderboard to finish third overall.

Both courses delivered exceptional playing conditions and unique experiences. The Ross Course, originally built in 1916, retains the classic characteristics of its design, highlighted by its famously undulating greens. Its storied history includes hosting the 1924 PGA Championship, won by Walter Hagen.

In contrast, the Pete Dye Course, which opened in 2009, offers a dramatic and modern test of golf. Perched atop one of Indiana’s highest points, it features sweeping 40-mile panoramic views and rugged terrain. The course previously hosted the 2015 Senior PGA Championship and proved to be a memorable highlight for competitors.

This marked the Michigan PGA’s first time hosting a travel Pro-Am at French Lick Resort. Special thanks go to the resort and its staff for delivering an outstanding experience for all participants.

The Michigan PGA also extends its appreciation to event sponsors Oakley, FH Wadsworth, and Antigua Apparel for providing tee gifts to all players. Oakley representative Austin Tevlin was on-site Sunday evening, assisting participants in selecting new eyewear.

Finally, thank you to all the professionals and amateurs who made this year’s event a success!

A pretty special stage is set for 2026 🇺🇸❤️

The PGA HOPE Secretary’s Cup brings Veterans from across the country together for what’s often called “our heroes’ major championship” and Team Michigan will be right in the mix 👏

Take a minute to read more about ...what this event means and to learn a little more about Team Michigan ⬇️

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Round 2 of our Spring travel Pro Am is underway at the famed Pete Dye Course at French Lick Resort! ⛳

Big thank you to our presenting sponsors, Oakley, F.H. Wadsworth, and Antigua Apparel! 👏

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Only one week to go until the Club Car Spring Scramble presented by Great Lakes Gear!

We are excited for this event to be hosted at Eagle Crest Golf Club and want to extend a big thank you to our title sponsor, Club Car, and new presenting sponsor, Great Lakes Gear for all their support. ...👏

The French Lick Travel Pro Am is officially underway!

We’re excited to kick things off at French Lick Resort, where our professionals and amateurs are set for a great week!

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Even Mother Nature couldn't stop our mission! 🇺🇸💪

Despite the storms and flooding that swept through Michigan this week, the mission of PGA HOPE remained right on course. We are thrilled to have hosted two PGA HOPE Instructor Certifications this week and gained 15 new PGA ...Professionals who are now officially trained and ready to lead our PGA HOPE programs!

While we had to pivot our hands-on sessions indoors, the energy and dedication to our Veterans didn't skip a beat. A massive thank you to National Trainer J.P. Lunn, for his expertise in preparing these our Professionals for their journey.

We also want to extend our sincere gratitude to Wes Blevins and Mark McInnis for hosting us at Eagle Crest Golf Club EMU on Wednesday, and Amy Pollack for hosting us at Boulder Creek Golf Club on Thursday! Their generous flexibility helped make these two days possible.

We are so proud of our PGA Professionals and their commitment to serving our Michigan Veterans. Next up, sunshine and PGA HOPE!☀⛳

⛳️ Make Birdies. Make a Difference.

The Birdies Fore REACH fundraiser is back and our Michigan PGA Professionals are taking on 72 holes in one day, all for a purpose bigger than the game.

This unique event challenges teams to rack up as many birdies as possible, with every ...birdie helping generate donations that directly support PGA REACH Michigan and its life-changing programs.

It is open to Members and Non-Members, but each team must have one Michigan PGA Professional.

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Your support helps impact lives through:
• Youth development (PGA Jr. League)
• Military support (PGA HOPE)
• Inclusion initiatives (PGA WORKS)

Even if you're unable to play, you can still get involved by:
✔️ Making a one-time donation
✔️ Supporting a specific team
✔️ Pledging per birdie

Learn more about the event here: https://michiganpga.com/pga-reach-michigan/fundraising/birdies-fore-reach/

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