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PGA of Alberta and Duca del Cosma Form New Partnership
Partner News

PGA of Alberta and Duca del Cosma Form New Partnership

The Association is pleased to announce a new partnership with Duca del Cosma for the next two years!

Duca del Cosma will now be the Presenting Sponsor for three PGA of Alberta Players Tour tournaments during the 2024 & 2025 seasons at a North, South and Central venue.

About Duca del Cosma:

Duca del Cosma is all about bringing fashion, function, and unbeatable comfort to the world of golf. Inspired by the Italian lifestyle, their vibrant collections seamlessly merge fashion and golf, making them a must-have for golfers, whether they’re on the course or off it.

Having originated in Europe two decades ago, Duca del Cosma has consistently led the charge in redefining golf fashion. Their modern line of shoes is tailored to meet the demands of today’s golfers, seamlessly marrying chic Italian design with top-notch materials and expert craftsmanship. The result is an incredibly comfortable product that exudes style, both on and off the golf course.

As an award-winning brand, Duca del Cosma maintains an unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of innovative fashion. They consistently stay ahead of global fashion trends and integrate cutting-edge technology to enhance their luxury products. In today’s contemporary golf shoe market, their offerings stand out, seamlessly combining fashion, function, and supreme comfort in a way that sets them apart from traditional brands.

For more information, go to their website www.ducadelcosma.com or contact their Representative below:

Clive Grant - Clive Grant Golf Services
(403) 830-4240
[email protected]

 


2023 PGA of Alberta Award Winners
Awards News

2023 PGA of Alberta Award Winners

The PGA of Alberta is pleased to have announced the winners of the 2023 PGA of Alberta Awards on October 18th at the Calgary BMO Centre. Individuals were recognized for their achievements throughout the season and their career, as well as for their contributions to the Association and the game of golf.

Congratulations to all of the winners and finalists this year on a fantastic season! The following categories were recognised at the Awards Banquet this past week with recipients listed below.

  • Club Professional of the Year
  • Executive Professional of the Year
  • Class "A" Professional of the Year
  • Apprentice Professional of the Year
  • Teacher of the Year
  • Junior Leader of the Year
  • Coach of the Year
  • Sales Rep of the Year
  • Retailer of the Year
  • Jack Skellern Patron of the Year
  • Player of the Year
  • Order of Merit Division Champions

Club Professional of the Year

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Chris Paskin
Valley Ridge GC


Executive Professional of the Year

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Steven Young

Banff Springs GC 


Class "A" Professional of the Year

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Stephen Yanitski

Valley Ridge GC


Apprentice Professional of the Year

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Elizabeth Carr

Edmonton Petroleum G&CC


Teacher of the Year

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Josh Fleming

365 GOLF


Junior Leader of the Year

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Nicola Greaves

Willow Park G&CC


Coach of the Year

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Scott Stiles

Earl Grey GC


Sales Representative of the Year

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Karly Blake
Maui Jim
   


Retailer of the Year
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Silvertip Resort
Head Professional - Chris Cooke


Jack Skellern Patron of the Year
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Cobra Puma Golf

Premier Partner


Player of the Year

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Wes Heffernan
Dynamic Motion Golf Performance Centre
  


Order of Merit Champion - Head Pro Division

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Kevin Black
Redwood Meadows G&CC
  


Order of Merit Champion - Ladies’ Division

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Katy Rutherford
Silver Springs G&CC
  


Order of Merit Champion - Assistants’ Division

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Mitchell Fox
Speargrass GC


VUED Joins PGA of Alberta as Exclusive Digital Display Provider
Partner News

VUED Joins PGA of Alberta as Exclusive Digital Display Provider

PGA of Alberta is excited to announce a new partnership with VUED through 2026!

VUED will be the Exclusive Digital Display Provider for the PGA of Alberta Buying Show, Spring Seminar and Calgary Golf Show.

About VUED:

VUED, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is a prominent player in the digital out-of-home advertising industry. With the dedicated support of 200 high traffic VUED Hosts located across Alberta, we are fostering a local business coalition with a distinct advantage.

Out valued VUED Host partners enjoy a range of benefits, including complementary digital displays and collaborative campaign opportunities. Our advertising clients benefit from cost-effective precise targeting, and extensive exposure throughout the city.

Our mission is straight forward: to create a digital platform that helps businesses’ get seen by their target audience via strong strategic alliances. We take pride in commending a three-year partnership with the PGA and eagerly anticipate the remarkable achievements we can accomplish together.

For more information on advertising and how to become a VUED Host, please visit www.vued.ca or contact their Representatives below.

Melody Zhang - Marketing and Public Relations Manager 
(403) 400-5058
[email protected]
James Wang Co-Founder 
(403) 918-0269
[email protected] 

2023 PGA of Alberta Awards Finalists
Awards News

2023 PGA of Alberta Awards Finalists

We are excited to announce the 2024 PGA of Alberta Awards finalists.

Apprentice Professional of the Year Finalists


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In alphabetical order by last name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Class "A" Professional of the Year Finalists


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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Club Professional of the Year Finalists


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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Coach of the Year Finalists


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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Executive Professional of the Year Finalists


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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Junior Leader of the Year Finalists

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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Retailer of the Year Finalists

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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Sales Rep of the Year
  
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In alphabetical order by first name. 

  • Colin Gilliard (PING Canada)
  • Karly Blake (Maui Jim)
  • Neil McGonagle (Golf Trends Inc.)
  • Ryan Doucette (adidas Golf Canada)
  • Tanice Bosanko (Play Well Agencies)

Teacher of the Year Finalists
  
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In alphabetical order by first name. Click on a name below to learn more about them.


Awards Banquet
Winners will be announced at the Awards Banquet on Wednesday, October 18
th at the Calgary BMO Centre (after the second day of the Buying Show). The evening will kickoff with cocktails & appetizers at 5:00pm and will be followed by the Awards Banquet at 5:30pm, held in the Palomino Room at the BMO Centre (located right beside Hall D).

This is a complimentary event sponsored by 
Gordon Food Service, Levelwear, and all Exhibitors & Attendees are encouraged to attend. Click Here to register you and your staff for the Buying Show.


Mark Your Calendars!
Buying Show News

Mark Your Calendars!

The 2023 PGA of Alberta Buying Show is approaching fast, make sure to register for all these great events. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. Click the links below to find out more!

Cocktail Reception at Hotel Arts

October 17th, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Hosted at Hotel Arts, less than a 10-minute walk from the BMO Centre, stop by to network and enjoy the night with fellow PGA Members. Complementary food and beverage will be provided by Gordon Food Service, Triple Bogey, and Tribal. There will also be live music, Canadian singer-songwriter JIMI (@jimisound), presented by G&G Brands.

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Awards Banquet

October 18th, 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

At the conclusion of Day-2, all attendees are welcome to attend the PGA of Alberta Awards Banquet. The Cocktail Reception will start at 5:00 pm directly outside the front doors of the hall with food once again provided by Gordon Food Service. The Awards Banquet will follow in the Palomino Room. Come join us in celebrating all of our 2023 Award Winners!


Education Sessions

The Education Committee has confirmed three sessions this year. Please note the changes in dates and times when registering. These sessions will be hosted in Arabian Room B. See the details for each session below.

October 17th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Buying and Merchandising with Josh Walker (Evergreen GC)
2022 PGA of Alberta Retailer of the Year
 
October 18th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Golf Course Management presented by Tagmarshal
 
October 18th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Round Table Discussion
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Cox and Robb Claim Match Play Title
Tournament News

Cox and Robb Claim Match Play Title

Congratulations to our 2023 Srixon/Cleveland Golf Match Play Champions.
Presented by Nike Golf

Stefan Cox (Calgary G&CC) & Randy Robb (Mickelson National Golf Academy) have finished a long Match Play Season on top of our 62-team field from the North and South that began back in May. Cox and Robb went undefeated throughout the summer winning 5 times to sit at the top of the South Division which led them to face off against David MacComb (Royal Mayfair GC) & Matthew Mah (Mill Woods GC) from the North. Both teams battled hard at River Bend G&RA but Cox and Robb pulled out the victory.

This marks the end of our 2023 Tournament Season!

Thank you to everyone who played this year along with all our sponsors and tournament hosts for making this another successful tournament season!