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History of the Carolinas
The Carolinas Section of the PGA was formed in 1923 and officially recognized by the PGA in 1940. Today, the Carolinas PGA has grown to be the largest of the PGA’s forty-one sections with more than 2,500 professional members and associates employed at more than 700 golf facilities. Our geographic territory embraces North and South Carolina and a small portion of southern Virginia.
The Carolinas PGA is dedicated to nurturing and improving the quality of the game for the thousands of golfers using our member facilities. PGA professionals are responsible for conducting various golf-related functions, including golf shop merchandising, golf instruction, tournament operations, Junior golf programs, golf club repair, administering the Rules, public relations, and much more.
Upcoming Events
PAT – Maple Chase Golf & Country Club
Wed 19, Maple Chase Golf & Country Club12 Oaks Pro-am Presented by Stitch Golf
Mon 24, The Club at 12 OaksGolf Max Pro-Am
Thu 27, Star Hill Country ClubSocial Feeds
Behind every golfer is a PGA Professional. Today is their day.
On the inaugural #ThankAPGAProDay, we’re celebrating the 2,700 Carolinas PGA Professionals who show up every day to grow the game, coach the next generation, and make golf better for everyone who plays it. This global campaign, in partnership with the PGA World Alliance, is a reminder that every great moment on the course starts with a PGA Professional.
Tag a PGA Professional in the comments who has made a difference in your game or your life. Let them know they’re appreciated today and every day.
#ThankAPGAProDay #CarolinasPGA #BehindEveryGolfer #PGAProfessional
New Irons. Starting at $4. No Brainer.
Enter the @wilsongolf x Carolinas PGA Raffle for your chance to win a custom set of Wilson Irons, built to your specs. All proceeds support the CPGA Assistants’ Association.
A huge thank you to @wilsongolf for making this happen. We are grateful for the partnership and your commitment to growing the game in the Carolinas.
Link in bio to enter.
Congratulations to William Carr (a), champion of the 102nd Carolinas Open! A final round 65 (-7) sealed it, finishing 15-under at The Cliffs at Mountain Park.
The Low Professional title went to Brandon Einstein, who went 13-under for the week. Great finish!
Special thanks to @cliffsliving for hosting a phenomenal championship week, and to our partners @titeeyewear @drinksuncruiser @1stteenutrition @troymeeks.mortgageteam @ultrapurebottledwater @flywayhats & @flyairshare for making it all possible!
A new leader at the top. Jude Carper (a) and Maddux Cook (a) share the lead at 11-under through 36 holes at the 102nd Carolinas Open, with the final round set to decide the champion at The Cliffs at Mountain Park @cliffsliving.
Round 1 is in the books at the 102nd Carolinas Open. Four players share the lead at 6-under: Luke Mueller (a), Phillip Yribarren, Casey Kosney (a), and Trace McDonald, PGA. Back at it tomorrow at The Cliffs at Mountain Park @cliffsliving!
102 years of championship golf. One special week, one great host site, and the partners who make it all possible. Welcome to the Carolinas Open!
Less than a week away from the 102nd Carolinas Open at @cliffsgolf Mountain Park.
As we look ahead to this historic championship, we’re excited to share a refreshed Carolinas Open logo, created in partnership with @clubupdesign.
This event is steeped in the Carolinas’ golf history, and we cannot wait to see what is in store for 2026.
Visit carolinas.pga.com to learn more.
Long day at the office. Still made it to the first tee, fueled by the limited-edition @manoloteachesgolf bar from @1stteenutrition. High protein, low sugar, built for exactly this. Das It. 💪⛳
Grab yours before they’re gone.
Two more champions crowned! 🏆 Congratulations to Rohan Allwood, PGA, our 2026 North Carolina Senior Open Champion, who finished at 4-under for the tournament! Another congratulations to James Pearson (a) who clinched the title in the Super Senior Division as the defending champion. Special thanks to @carolinatracecc for being such a gracious host this week and opening your doors to us!
Happy National Sunglasses Day! Our staff doesn’t step outside without them. Maui Jim’s PolarizedPlus2 lenses block 100% of UV rays, protecting our eyes and surrounding skin all day long.
Just Put Them On.
Want these in your tournament gift bags? Kyle Walden has you covered: kyle.walden@kering.com
Your 2026 Assistant PGA Professional Champion - Aaron Walker!
Aaron birdied the playoff hole to claim the title at -3, capping off a week that also included a hole-in-one on Hole #7 in Round 1. That’s the kind of week that sticks with you.
Huge thanks to @solinagolfclub for hosting a great championship. We also couldn’t do this without our partners, @troymeeks.mortgageteam @1stteenutrition & @kirkmatz!
We’re past the halfway mark on the road to the 102nd Carolinas Open. Four qualifying sites are in the books, with three more still to play at Stono Ferry, Hasentree, and Statesville CC before the field is set. Scan the QR codes to follow along the journey. See you @cliffsgolf at Mountain Park, July 14-16.
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Latest News
2026 All-Star Teams Advance to Carolinas PGA Jr. League Section Championship!
Clayton, NC — Thursday, July 16, 2026 The 2026 PGA Jr. League postseason officially teed off at Pine Hollow Golf Club, where All-Star teams gathered
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United States Navy Veteran Jim Lewis Chosen to Represent the Carolinas PGA at the 2026 PGA HOPE National Golf & Wellness Week
Raleigh, NC — July 8, 2026 — The Carolinas PGA and PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation are proud to announce that United States Navy Veteran Jim Lewis
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Carolinas PGA Welcomes Shelby Garcia as the 10th Sara “Sunny” Harris Hutchinson PGA WORKS Fellow
Greensboro, NC – Shelby Garcia is a recent May 2026 graduate from the University of South Carolina, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in
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