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Northern Ohio PGA to Induct Heisterkamp and Moore into Hall of Fame
By: Tim Rogers, NOPGA MediaWarrensville Heights, Ohio: Two men with extensive careers in professional golf have been chosen for induction into the
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On Sunday, we honored excellence at every level - celebrating our Section Award winners and our NOPGA Junior Tour and Futures Tour Players of the Year. We are so proud of each one of our juniors ππΌ
Coleson Paez is not pictured, as he was away playing in a tournament in Orlando! β³οΈ
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A look back at our 2025 Fall Meeting & Teaching and Coaching Summit ππ₯ Great speakers, engaged guests, and well-deserved award moments. Thanks to everyone who made it a success!
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βοΈ Celebrating Excellence βοΈ
Last night at the 2025 Northern Ohio PGA Awards Dinner, we recognized 11 incredible PGA Professionals who continue to elevate our Section through leadership, service, and passion for the game.
Congratulations to our 2025 award recipients:
π Player Development Award β Brian Tolnar, PGA
π Youth Player Development Award β Mike Pickett, PGA
π Patriot Award β Todd Ekstrand, PGA
π Merchandiser of the Year (Private) β Greg Smith, PGA
π Merchandiser of the Year (Public) β David Kinnell, PGA
π Professional Development Award β Steve Parker, PGA
π Bill Strausbaugh Award β Steve Radcliff, PGA
π Teacher & Coach of the Year β Stephen Mulcahy, PGA
π Assistant Professional of the Year β Josh Diemer, PGA
π Golf Professional of the Year β Steve Bordner, PGA
π Golf Executive of the Year β Matt Creech, PGA
We are inspired by your impact and grateful for everything you do to grow the game across Northern Ohio. ππ
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β¨ What a night at the 2025 Northern Ohio PGA Awards Dinner! β¨
We were proud to honor and celebrate our newest Hall of Fame inductees:
π Greg Moore, PGA
π Mike Heisterkamp, PGA
A huge congratulations to both for their impact, dedication, and decades of service to the game of golf in Northern Ohio. π
Thank you to everyone who joined us at Westfieldβs Blair Center for an unforgettable evening last night!
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The Junior Golf Summit Registration is now live! Head to the link in our bio to register your Junior for an unforgettable, educational experience today!
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Happy Birthday to our Competitions & Foundation Coordinator, Emily Jones! π
Thanks for all you do for the NOPGA β enjoy your special day! πβ³οΈ
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π Congratulations to Michael Balcar! π
π 2025 PGA Tournament Series Event #1 Champion
π PGA Golf Club β Dye Course
π 71 β 66 = 137 (-7)
π₯ Won by 3 strokes
Northern Ohio PGA Associate and Assistant Professional at Brandywine Country Club, Michael kicked off the winter series with a brilliant final-round 66 to secure the title!
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π This Giving Tuesday, give back AND get something in return!
Weβve just added more incredible items to the NOPGA Section Foundation Auction:
β³οΈ Firestone weekend getaway
ποΈββοΈ Foursomes with caddies + lunch
π οΈ Golf gear β including a launch monitor
β¦ and more!
Every bid supports juniors, Veterans, and growing the game across Northern Ohio.
Browse the new items and make your Giving Tuesday count through the link in our bio β‘οΈ
πΈ Photos by Gary Kellner
