Golf
PGA of BC 2016 recipients
Sticking with tradition the PGA of BC announced the 2016 recipients of three of its annual awards, in addition to the 2016 Forestar Golf Community Leadership Bursary, and the Jim Gibson Scholarship.
Each recipient exemplifies qualities such as volunteerism, selflessness, passion and true dedication to the game itself.
The recipients, along with the winners of ten other PGA of BC Awards were recognized at the PGA of BC Awards Ceremony, held Richmond’s River Rock Casino Resort.
The Forestar Golf Community Leadership Bursary recognizes an individual who demonstrates an extraordinary desire and passion using their abilities to make a difference in the lives of others, setting an example of “giving back”.
This year’s bursary is presented to Clay Stothers, Class “A” Professional at Okanagan Golf Club.
He uses this position at the Okanagan GC to build the junior golf program from just a couple die-hard golfers, to almost 50 Juniors.
He has also coordinated three high school participation programs in his region to help grow the sport.
He plans on using the bursary to assist in funding the Grow through Golf Program, an initiative that introduces the game to younger students, while maximising older students’ ability and potential to play competitively.
The Jim Gibson Scholarship (Named in honour of the late Jim Gibson)
Jim was a long-time supporter of the PGA of BC who valued education in his role as a golf professional, and was extremely well versed in the game.
The recipient truly exemplifies volunteerism and demonstrates a passion for furthering their education for their community’s benefit.
Greg is an active volunteer in the PGA of BC community and serves as the Vice Captain and Assistants’ Representative on the Association’s Board of Directors.
He is also the Srixon PGA of BC Tour serving as the Commissioner and is currently completing a certificate through Cornell University focused on leadership; the scholarship funds will assist Pool with the completion of all seven courses.
The Media Personnel of the Year Award recognizes a media member or organization that has made a significant contribution to the PGA of BC over the past year and this year the award is presented to Inside
They are a long-time supporter of the Association and they continue to demonstrate its commitment to the Association by showcasing numerous members’ projects and achievements in print and online.
Jim Gibson Patron of the Year Award
This award is presented annually to a person or group of people outside of the PGA of BC membership that demonstrates an extraordinary contribution to the Association’s initiatives.
They have been extremely influential to the overall success of Canucks Junior Golf Week, an initiative that has introduced over 1,600 children to the game of golf over the past three years.
Providing both branding and marketing assistance for the program, including promoting the camps to thousands of their season tickets holders, the Vancouver Canucks have been imperative to the growth of the Association’s junior golf initiatives.
PGA of BC Distinguished Service Award
This award goes to the member who demonstrates exceptional commitment to the Association by supporting and promoting the Association’s brand and initiatives.
He lives a distance away from most events, but he (Schaal) somehow manages to attend while also encouraging his three Professionals to attend as well.
He is a strong promoter for the PGA of BC Professional on the NGCOA Board of Directors and continues to press for the importance of owners to have a golf professional at their facilities.
For more information, please visit http://www.pgabc.org/