Tommy Bryant, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997. Lauren King, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 2005. His career as a Golf Professional started in 1899 at Ganton Golf Club in Ganton, North Yorkshire, England. He also spent time at Orchard Lake Country Club in Michigan, Dubuque Golf and Country Club in Iowa, and Canton Brookside in Northern Ohio. In addition to his success as a professional golfer, he also spent time playing two other sports at the professional level. In addition to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame, Nicklaus was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame in 1974, the PGA Professional Hall of Fame in 2006, the 1995 Canadian Golf Hall of Fame, and the 1977 Ohio State University Athletic Hall of Fame. His desire to serve others was not only just on the golf course. Born in Dayton, Ohio, Bob grew up with a passion for the game of golf. In 2005, Nicklaus was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest honor that can be given to a civilian in the United States. Quick Links Congratulations to JR Ables, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2021 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. From 2008 until 2022, Bob also worked at The Acres Driving before retiring on June 7, 2022. In addition to his teaching abilities, he also had an excellent career as a player. Tee Times: Begin at 8:30 a.m. off #1 tee, Date: August 6, 2021 After his retirement, Gene spent his time teaching at Robins Nest Par 3 and Driving Range. The current Michigan resident has a long history with the Southern Ohio PGA. Zachs career has taken him to leadership positions at several area courses including Bel-Wood Country Club, California Golf Course, Glenview Golf Course, and Kitty Hawk Golf Center. While he may have been done working at a golf course, his love for the game never went away. August 14 - 16, 2023. In addition to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame, Steve is also a member of the Lancaster High School Athletics Hall of Fame and the Ohio State University Athletic Hall of Fame as a result of his exceptional career as a Buckeye. Northern Ohio Golf Association Wharton Golf Center One Golfview Lane North Olmsted, OH 44070. Shorts: At the 1955 U.S Open held at The Olympic Club, Walker finished inside the top-15, which earned him an exemption for the following year on the PGA Tour. His time at Community concluded with his retirement in 1971. Jack Ortman, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1998. Starting Times: 8:30 In 1959, Phil left Ohio State to become an assistant professional at Granville Golf Course, now Denison Golf Club. involved with numerous community events and charity organizations, including the AIM Charity, Boy Scouts Pro-Am, Hipple Charity and Bogie Buster Charity Tournaments. He would remain at Sycamore Creek for a total of nine years. He was then named Golf Professional at the new Sharon Woods Golf Course in 1939, with the Hamilton County Park District, where he held the position of Manager of Golf Operations for 42 years. Congratulations to Donald Shock, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Following its opening, he would work as the Head Professional of Sycamore Creek from 1960 until his retirement in 1994. Sowards has won the Ohio Open Championship and the Senior Ohio Open Championships three times each. During his career, he won the Dayton Chapter Stroke Play Championship three times, the Dayton Chapter Match Play Championship two times, and the Southern Ohio PGA Section Championship in 1989. History. At this time, the PGA Championship was still played as a match play style event. Ables prides himself on programs hes created and the success that many of his junior students have had over the years. There is no National Registration. FAIRBORN, OH - The new year is here and Southern Ohio Junior Golf is thrilled to open membership registration on Tuesday, January 10 for the 2023 SOPGA Junior Tour season! Throughout his time with the Southern Ohio PGA, Bob filled all offices of the Cincinnati Chapter and Section Board of Directors. Start Time: 1:00 Shotgun Jim attended Wake Forest on a basketball scholarship where he lettered for two seasons. Congratulations to Marty Kavanaugh II, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2003 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. A native of Augusta, Georgia, Walker would go on to play collegiate golf at The Citadel. As, such, being the leader of the golf program and being accessible as the golf professional at his, facility is one of his favorite aspects of the business. His career in golf began when he started caddying at 10 years old at Upper Arlington Golf Club. As a captain during the Ryder Cup, Jack has one win and one loss. Over the next couple of years, Geoff would work for Jim Childs, PGA, at Kings Island GC and Gene Samborsky, PGA, at Western Hills CC. Southern Ohio PGA Southern Ohio PGA. 25th Women's Ohio State Senior. It was here that he decided he wanted to make golf his career. -Limited to the first 50 teams Shorts: Will be Permitted Shorts: Yes. Following his time there, John went on to caddy and work on the maintenance staff at Miami Valley Golf Club from 1968 to 1971. He was the President of the Board of Directors for the Southern Ohio PGA from 1992-1993, sat on the PGA National Committee for Public Awareness, and he held every office in the Columbus Chapter throughout his career. Top 8 teams will compete in a shootout following the 18 holes. PRICING & RESERVATIONSOUTHWEST IRELAND August 26 th - Sept 2 nd , 2023. As a player Jim would finish runner-up in the Dayton Chapter Match Play Championship on two separate occasions. Amateur winnings will be in the form of golf shop credit redeemable at Columbus C.C. Shorts: Yes Elhanon El Collins was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 1998. Over the course of his career, he won a staggering 117 professional events. Jack Ortman, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1998. He earned the SOPGA Golf Professional of the Year Award in 1989 and again in 2012. He also started the Boys Hope tournament with Jerry Walker, which benefits the Boys Hope/Girls Hope of Greater Cincinnati. Rino was an extremely well-respected teacher and coach. Steve spent his time at several facilities across the section including the Ohio State University Golf Course, The Lakes Golf and Country Club, Champions Golf Course, Airport Golf Course, and Kinsale Golf and Fitness Club. 1992 Jack Nicklaus James Rhodes Peggy Kirk Bell Ed Preisler Earl Hamilton Denny Shute Jeffs approach to teaching was to start with the weakest fundamentals of his student and build from there. Start Time: Shotgun start at 10:00 am He spent 40 years serving the golfers at Community Golf Course in Dayton, Ohio. Players earn points throughout the season to qualify for the team. Nicklaus Design is credited with building a total of 410 golf courses in 45 countries. Top 30 and ties make the cut to round 3. Gene found himself in a tie for second place after an opening round 71. Stroke Play He has mentored many current PGA Professionals and coached multiple levels of golf teams throughout his career. After his time with the Hamilton County Park District, Marty worked with the PGA of America in numerous positions. Format: Pro-Pro Scramble, 36 Hole Event- Pick your own partner (Must be PGA Member/Associate) Gene was essential in the formation of the Southern Ohio Section. Congratulations to Gene Marchi, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. He was instrumental in paving the way for Scioto hosting the 1926 U.S. Open Championship. Format: Individual Match Play He is a member of the George Golf Hall of Fame as are two of his sons, Harold and Jack. Steve spent seven years as the Head Womens Golf Coach at The Ohio State University where he held the position from 1980-1987. Team Match Play Event is held throughout the season at various facilities. From 1965 until his retirement in 1997, Jim was the Head Professional at Dayton Country Club. In 1928 Marty was named Head Golf Professional at the New Three Rivers Country Club in Cleves, Ohio. He competed against Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer in a few exhibition matches during his career. United States Golf Association P.O. For a decade, he has served as a dedicated volunteer starter and scorer at the Miami Valley Golf Association, bringing joy and professionalism to the golfing community. While coaching the Buckeyes, Bob made frequent appearances on the PGA Tour and important appearances in tournaments like the PGA Championship, the Knoxville Open, and the U.S. Open. Gene Samborsky was inducted into the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2012. It was here that he decided he wanted to make golf his career. He became a member of the PGA of America in 1949, beginning a Hall of Fame career in Southern Ohio. He was awarded the PGA of America Teacher of the Year in 1988 and was inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of fame in 2002. Shorts: Yes Shorts: Yes Jeff Steinberg was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame in 2016. This started what would go on to become one of the most important careers in professional golf. He was then at Safari Golf Club from 1998-2011 before finishing his career at Ables Golf on Avery from 2012-2015. He was the 1986 Southern Ohio PGA Section champion and earned Player of the Year honors in 1985 and 1986. In 1983, Mitchell moved his family to Dayton where he started an indoor learning center. He would serve Wildwood for 34 years before retiring in 2014. He qualified for a total of six PGA Championships throughout his career, including the 1957 PGA Championship held at his own Miami Valley Golf Club, the last PGA Championship contested in the match play format. Jim helped grow the Reach program within Southern Ohio which educated people about the rules, etiquette, appreciation, conduct, and history of golf. Elected to PGA Membership in 1967, Bob was one of the rare professionals that spent his entire career at the same place. Pairings are created by points for day 1 Glassdoor gives you an inside look at what it's like to work at Northern Ohio Golf Association, including salaries, reviews, office photos, and more. Jack Nicklaus, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame class of 2003. The mission of the Southern Ohio PGA is to Create an Environment for our Members and the Game to Thrive Our vision is to be a forward-thinking association, focusing on first-class programs, to advance our members, our communities and the game of golf in Southern Ohio, while honoring the history and values the game teaches. Gusweiler remained there for 35 years before retiring in 2018. Congratulations to Paul Thomas, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2018 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Gary also received a number of awards throughout his career including the Southern Ohio PGA Teacher of the Year in 1995, the Central Ohio Chapter Teacher of the Year in 1996, and was recognized by Golf Magazine as one of the top teachers of the year during his time as an instructor. He was an Assistant Professional at Dayton Country Club and NCR Country Club under Hall of Famers Jim Gilbert and Jeff Steinberg. Southern Ohio PGA Section. Jack turned professional in late 1961 at the age of 21 starting one of the most decorated careers in professional golf. Start Time: 1:00 Shotgun Congratulations to Jack Nicklaus, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2003 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Gene Marchi, PGA was elected to the Southern Ohio PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1997. Congratulations to Steve Groves, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2011 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Congratulations to Guy Amicon, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 2008 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Throughout his career, Bob gave back to the community every opportunity that he could. Off the course, Hensley was dedicated to being the best PGA Professional possible and because of that, he earned the distinction of being a PGA Master Professional in 1990. Gene retired in 1969 after 39 years of service to Miami Valley Golf Club. Venue Change! While at Ganton Golf Club, George spent time working under golf legend Harry Vardon. He became a member of the PGA of America in 1957. While at Glenville, Bob was a four-time All Conference athlete in 1987, 1988, 1989, and 1990. He competed in 28 matches total with a record of 17 wins, eight loses, and three ties. Date: March 29, 2021 The SOPGA Jr. Tour was established in 2008 by the Southern Ohio PGA as an extension of the association's more than 500 Members and Associates teaching juniors the game of golf throughout Central and Southern Ohio. From 2004 to 2006 he worked as the Managing Director of PGA Golf Properties. Players earn points throughout the season to qualify for the team. Congratulations to Dick Plummer, PGA Hall of Fame Class of 1998 on an outstanding career and earning this honor. Format: 18-Hole, Four-Ball Stroke Play Outside of his playing career, Otto also designed and made golf clubs. Start Time: 8:00 A.M.- #1 Tee Welcome One hundred ninety-five golf clubs in Ohio make up the affiliated clubs of the Ohio Golf Association which is the guiding light behind the promotion of golf in Ohio and Amateur Championships. Northern Ohio Golf Association. That same year Steve would beat golf legend Bobby Jones in an exhibition match played in front of 6,000 people. However, at that time Sifford was not a PGA Member, and this was not an officially sanctioned event. Pairings: Will be based on the Greater Cincinnati Point Standings. Kendrick spent 32 years with the Hamilton County Park District eventually becoming the head of the Golf Department as the Golf Manager, overseeing seven municipal golf facilities within the district. His career in golf course design began in the mid 1960s. Format: 18-Hole Stroke Play North Coast Junior Tour.