Facility: Bear Creek CC Hometown: Everett, WA (Currently living in Edmonds, WA) PGA Member Since: 1992 “Doug came to work at Bear Creek about two years ago. He stepped right in and established himself as a confident leader and a really organized guy,” said JD Cline, who nominated Kauffman. “I’ve witnessed many times when Doug … Read more
In Day 2 of the Sweet 16 at the Coeur d’Alene Resort (thanks Andy Mackimmie, PGA), the presenter for the Player Development Section Workshop shared a video I’d seen just one time before. It is not about golf, but it is very applicable to the working life and livelihood of the PGA golf professionals. Please … Read more
In many cases, it can still make sense to delay filing for your social security retirement benefits. The longer you wait, the greater your monthly benefit becomes, which can also mean receiving more money over your lifetime. Keep in mind, you need ten years of work for full benefits and they use your top 40 … Read more
“Divergent” is a popular movie that came out in 2014, set in a dystopian future divided into different factions based on virtues. This article will be using “divergent” in a different way. “Divergent” is defined as “moving or extending in different directions from a common point”. This came to mind as I heard more and … Read more
Michael James Sullivan of Springfield, OR, passed away on February 12. Mic worked first at Bend Golf Club, then Tokatee Golf Club. He was with Tokatee Golf Club from 1971 to 1995. A PGA Life Member since 1995, he joined the Life Member Century club in 2012. Service arrangements will be announced. The family hopes … Read more
Seniors, come with us and get away to sunny Walla Walla this spring! The team entry is now available for the Senior Players’ Championship at Wine Valley Golf Club on April 19-20. Director of Golf PGA Professional John Thorsnes is excited to return as host this year. The deadline for entries is Wednesday, April 13. … Read more