PGA Jr. League Announces 2023 #GameChanger Award Recipients

PGA Jr. League Announces 2023 #GameChangers

5 CPGA Members Earn #GameChanger Award

GREENSBORO, NC (January 12, 2024)  – PGA REACH Carolinas and the Carolinas PGA Section are proud to announce the achievements of our CPGA members who have been recognized for their contributions to PGA Jr. League through the 2023 #GameChanger Award. These individuals have demonstrated exceptional dedication, making significant strides in player engagement and leading one of the largest Jr. League programs in the country.

The following CPGA members have been acknowledged for their outstanding Player Engagement in PGA Jr. League:

– Mike Abate, PGA – The Divide Golf Club (Matthews, NC)

– Daniel Byrd, PGA – Tanglewood Golf Course (Clemmons, NC)

– Casey Cline, PGA – Bermuda Run Country Club (Bermuda Run, NC)

– Adam Stephenson – Forsyth Country Club (Winston-Salem, NC)

Their commitment to player development and engagement has not only contributed to the growth of PGA Jr. League, but has also positively impacted the lives of young aspiring golfers.

Additionally, PGA REACH Carolinas is proud to highlight the remarkable achievements of Doug Hodges, PGA of Durham, NC. Through his non-profit organization, SwingPals, Doug has led one of the largest PGA Jr. League programs in the country, ranking #13 nationally. This accomplishment is a testament to Doug’s leadership, passion for the game, and dedication to nurturing the next generation of golfers.

PGA REACH Carolinas and the Carolinas PGA Section applaud these game-changers for their exceptional work, and their contributions have certainly played a vital role in the success of the PGA Jr. League in the Carolinas. PGA REACH Carolinas looks forward to continued success as it strives to grow the game and make a lasting impact on the world of junior golf.

About PGA REACH Carolinas

The PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit organization and philanthropic arm of the Carolinas PGA Section, the largest of the 41 sections in the United States. Our 2,200 members across North and South Carolina are committed to serving our communities and growing the game of golf through our three pillars: Youth, Military, and Diversity & Inclusion. Signature programs include PGA HOPE, PGA Junior League, Drive, Chip & Putt, Harvick4HighSchoolGolf, the Prokope Academy and the PGA WORKS Fellowship.  For more information, please visit carolinas.pga.com/foundation/. You can also find PGA REACH Carolinas on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and LinkedIn @REACHCarolinas.

About the Carolinas PGA

Since its inception in 1923, the Carolinas PGA Section has been committed to nurturing and improving the quality of the game for the thousands of golfers using its member facilities. The largest of the PGA’s forty-one sections, the Carolinas PGA Section of the Professional Golfers’ Association boasts over 2,200 professional members and represents more than 700 golf facilities within North and South Carolina as well as portions of southern Virginia.

Media Contact

Jess Hanson, Director of Marketing, Carolinas PGA Section, (336) 398-2675, jhanson@pgahq.com