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Michigan PGA Announces 2026 Special Award Winners
George Bowman, PGA, a 33-year PGA Member, has been named the 2026 Michigan Section PGA Golf Professional of the Year. The Section’s highest honor
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Founders Joins Hall Financial as Title Sponsors for State Championship
HALL FINANCIAL/FOUNDERS BREWING CO. MICHIGAN OPEN BELLAIRE – Founders Brewing Company is partnering with the Michigan Section PGA and joining Hall
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Big congratulations to our 2026 Michigan PGA Special Award Winners! 👏
Each year, the Michigan Section PGA recognizes PGA Professionals who go above and beyond in growing the game and serving golfers across the state.
The 13 award recipients were announced yesterday at the 2026 ...Spring Meeting at Eagle Eye Golf Club and will be formally honored at the Fall President’s Dinner & Fall Membership Meeting.
2026 Award Winners:
🏆 Golf Professional of the Year
George Bowman, PGA — Oakhurst Golf & Country Club
🏆 Golf Executive of the Year
Chris Sobieck, PGA — The Mines
🏆 Teacher & Coach of the Year
Adam Schriber, PGA — LochenHeath Golf Club
🏆 Assistant Golf Professional of the Year
Bryan Fegert, PGA — Battle Creek Country Club
🏆 Bill Strausbaugh Award
Kyle Martin, PGA — The Fortress
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Private
Matt Smith, PGA — Crystal Downs Country Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Public
Emily Cutler, PGA — Bucks Run Golf Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Resort
Chad Maveus, PGA — Forest Dunes Golf Club
🏆 Patriot Award
Doug Temple, PGA — Bay Valley Resort
🏆 Player Development Award
Jimmy Wisinski, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Professional Development Award
Ward Sutton, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Youth Player Development Award
Kelly Kuhlman, PGA — Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club
🏆 Distinguished Service Award
Ken Hartmann, PGA — Golf Association of Michigan
🔗 Read the full story in the link in our bio!
Big congratulations to our 2026 Michigan PGA Special Award Winners! 👏
Each year, the Michigan Section PGA recognizes PGA Professionals who go above and beyond in growing the game and serving golfers across the state.
The 13 award recipients were announced yesterday at the 2026 ...Spring Meeting at Eagle Eye Golf Club and will be formally honored at the Fall President’s Dinner & Fall Membership Meeting.
2026 Award Winners:
🏆 Golf Professional of the Year
George Bowman, PGA — Oakhurst Golf & Country Club
🏆 Golf Executive of the Year
Chris Sobieck, PGA — The Mines
🏆 Teacher & Coach of the Year
Adam Schriber, PGA — LochenHeath Golf Club
🏆 Assistant Golf Professional of the Year
Bryan Fegert, PGA — Battle Creek Country Club
🏆 Bill Strausbaugh Award
Kyle Martin, PGA — The Fortress
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Private
Matt Smith, PGA — Crystal Downs Country Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Public
Emily Cutler, PGA — Bucks Run Golf Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Resort
Chad Maveus, PGA — Forest Dunes Golf Club
🏆 Patriot Award
Doug Temple, PGA — Bay Valley Resort
🏆 Player Development Award
Jimmy Wisinski, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Professional Development Award
Ward Sutton, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Youth Player Development Award
Kelly Kuhlman, PGA — Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club
🏆 Distinguished Service Award
Ken Hartmann, PGA — Golf Association of Michigan
🔗 Read the full press release:
https://michiganpga.com/news/michigan-pga-announces-2026-special-award-winners/
Big congratulations to our 2026 Michigan PGA Special Award Winners! 👏
Each year, the Michigan Section PGA recognizes PGA Professionals who go above and beyond in growing the game and serving golfers across the state.
The 13 award recipients were announced yesterday at the 2026 ...Spring Meeting at Eagle Eye Golf Club and will be formally honored at the Fall President’s Dinner & Fall Membership Meeting.
2026 Award Winners:
🏆 Golf Professional of the Year
George Bowman, PGA — Oakhurst Golf & Country Club
🏆 Golf Executive of the Year
Chris Sobieck, PGA — The Mines
🏆 Teacher & Coach of the Year
Adam Schriber, PGA — LochenHeath Golf Club
🏆 Assistant Golf Professional of the Year
Bryan Fegert, PGA — Battle Creek Country Club
🏆 Bill Strausbaugh Award
Kyle Martin, PGA — The Fortress
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Private
Matt Smith, PGA — Crystal Downs Country Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Public
Emily Cutler, PGA — Bucks Run Golf Club
🏆 Merchandiser of the Year – Resort
Chad Maveus, PGA — Forest Dunes Golf Club
🏆 Patriot Award
Doug Temple, PGA — Bay Valley Resort
🏆 Player Development Award
Jimmy Wisinski, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Professional Development Award
Ward Sutton, PGA — Kent Country Club
🏆 Youth Player Development Award
Kelly Kuhlman, PGA — Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club
🏆 Distinguished Service Award
Ken Hartmann, PGA — Golf Association of Michigan
🔗 Read the full press release in the link in our bio!
We finally found a water hazard we don’t mind ending up in 😅
Thank you to our friends at Founders Brewing Co. for sending over their new Water Hazard cocktail for our team to try! Safe to say…it’s staff approved.
If you see it out and about, give it a try for yourself! ...We’re excited to partner with Founders and looking forward to having them involved with the Michigan Open this season. 🍻⛳
We’re excited to welcome Jessie Munson to the Michigan PGA team! 👋
Jessie joins us as our new Finance & Office Administrator, bringing a passion for helping people and delivering great customer service.
Originally from Milford, Jessie moved to East Lansing to attend ...Michigan State University, where she studied psychology and financial literacy. Outside the office, you’ll likely find her going for walks with her dog, Sparty, or cheering on MSU basketball.
Please join us in giving Jessie a warm welcome! 🎉
We’re excited to welcome Jessie Munson to the Michigan PGA team! 👋
Jessie joins us as our new Finance & Office Administrator, bringing a passion for helping people and delivering great customer service.
Originally from Milford, Jessie moved to East Lansing to attend ...Michigan State University, where she studied psychology and financial literacy. Outside the office, you’ll likely find her going for walks with her dog, Sparty, or cheering on MSU basketball.
Please join us in giving Jessie a warm welcome! 🎉
🍻⛳ A new partnership is brewing for the Michigan Open.
The 109th Hall Financial/Founders Brewing Co. Michigan Open Championship is set for June 8–11 at Shanty Creek Resort's Cedar River Course — and we’re excited to welcome Founders Brewing Co. as a co-title sponsor ...alongside returning partner Hall Financial!
With Hall Financial entering its fifth year as title sponsor, Founders Brewing Co. joining for the first time, and Make The Turn returning as presenting sponsor, the championship continues to grow — including a projected purse expected to exceed $100,000.
156 of the state’s top PGA Professionals, touring pros and amateurs will compete for Michigan’s historic state title and the James D. Standish Jr. Trophy.
Registration is now open. Read the full press release for more details, sponsor quotes, and championship history here:
https://michiganpga.com/news/founders-joins-hall-financial-as-title-sponsors-for-state-championship/
The Season You've Been Waiting for is Here! ⛳
Registration for all 2026 Section events is officially open! Click the link in our bio or visit www.michiganpga.com to view the full schedule and secure your spot in the field.
The Season You've Been Waiting for is Here! ⛳
Registration for all 2026 Section events is officially open! Click the link below to view the full schedule and secure your spot in the field.
https://www.golfgenius.com/pages/11182190575510127397