2024 PGA of Alberta Award Finalists Announced
08 October, 2024
We are excited to announce the 2024 PGA of Alberta Awards finalists.
Join us in raising a glass to excellence as we recognize and honor the outstanding achievements and contributions within the golf industry in Alberta and announce the winners of the 2024 PGA of Alberta Awards on Wednesday, October 23, following the close of Day 2 of the buying show.
Indulge in delicious hors d’oeuvres and sip on a beverage of your choice from the host bar while mingling with golf professionals, industry affiliates, and exhibitors. All exhibitors and attendees of the 2024 PGA of Alberta Buying Show are welcome to attend.
The cocktail reception will begin at 5:00 pm and lead into the awards ceremony at 5:30 pm with the evening concluding at 7:30 pm. Thank you to our PGA of Alberta Awards Cocktail Reception Presenting Sponsors, Gordon Food Service and Levelwear.
Apprentice Professional of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Joel Griffith (Valley Ridge GC)
- Nic Longley (Silver Springs G&CC)
- Ethan Palmer (Cottonwood G&CC)
- Kevin Robinson (Windermere G&CC)
- Nick Young (Willow Park G&CC)
Class "A" Professional of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Bryce Halverson (Carnmoney GC)
- Jennifer MacKinnon (Earl Grey GC)
- Gina Nelson (Highlands GC)
- Amy Popkes (Silver Springs G&CC)
- Carson Taylor (Winston GC (The))
Club Professional of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Jeff MacGregor (Glendale G&CC)
- Bob Martens (Grande Prairie G&CC)
- Shaun Piercey (Ranch G&CC (The))
- Andrew Szewczuk (Banff Springs GC)
- Pat Wilmot (Earl Grey GC)
Coach of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Darcy Dhillon (Red Deer G&CC)
- Jamie Reimer (Golf Future)
- Wade Waters (365 GOLF)
- Luke Workman (Glencoe G&CC Teaching Centre)
Executive Professional of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Jeff Cuthbertson (Stony Plain GC)
- Curtis Robertson (Valley Ridge GC)
- Tahlon Sweenie (Jasper Park Lodge GC)
- James Whitton (Mill Woods GC)
Junior Leader of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Shannon Raina (Earl Grey GC)
- Katy Rutherford (Silver Springs G&CC)
- Matt Seifert (Golf Future)
- Jonathan West (Carnmoney GC)
- Stephen Yanitski (Valley Ridge GC)
Retailer of the Year Finalists
Annual Gross Merchandise Sales Up To $500,000
In alphabetical order by facility name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Olds GC (Mathew MacDonald)
- Rundle Park GC (Cody Heath)
- Stony Plain GC (Robb James)
Retailer of the Year Finalists
Annual Gross Merchandise Sales Over $500,000
In alphabetical order by facility name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Banff Springs GC (Andrew Szewczuk)
- Carnmoney GC (Dean Ingalls)
- Earl Grey GC (Pat Wilmot)
- Kananaskis Country GC (Michael Nutt)
- Valley Ridge GC (Chris Paskin)
Sales Rep of the Year
In alphabetical order by last name.
- Trevor Copp (Acushnet Canada)
- Colin Gilliard (PING Canada)
- Kristi Larson (KL Agency)
- Neil McGonagle (Golf Trends Inc.)
- Daniela Pacheco (Dani Pacheco Sales Agencia)
Teacher of the Year Finalists
In alphabetical order by last name. Click on the names below to learn more about each finalist.
- Taylor Drolet (GOLFTEC Calgary Beacon Heights)
- Greg Johnson (Golf Future)
- Eric Locke (Priddis Greens G&CC)
- Jae Maegaard (Paradise Canyon GR)
- Scott Stiles (Earl Grey GC)