WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH – The Northern Ohio Section of the Professional Golfers Association (NOPGA) proudly announces its 11 PGA Professional award winners and two sales representatives of the year for the 2025 season. These distinguished professionals will be honored during the Section Awards Dinner on Sunday, December 7, 2025, at the Blair Center at Westfield Country Club.
The winners, selected by the NOPGA Awards Committee, exemplify excellence and dedication within the golfing community. The evening will also include special recognition for the 2025 Hall of Fame inductees.
2025 Award Winners:
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Golf Executive of the Year: Matt Creech, PGA – Owner/Operator, The Golf Dome & Tanglewood Golf Club
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Golf Professional of the Year: Steve Bordner, PGA – Director of Golf, The Country Club
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Teacher & Coach of the Year: Stephen Mulcahy, PGA – Assistant Coach, University of Findlay
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Assistant Professional of the Year: Josh Diemer, PGA – Assistant Professional, Chagrin Valley Country Club
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Bill Strausbaugh Award: Steve Radcliff, PGA – General Manager, Pike Run Golf Club
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Merchandiser of the Year (Private): Greg Smith, PGA – Director of Golf, Westbrook Country Club
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Merchandiser of the Year (Public): David Kinnell, PGA – Head Professional, Pine Hills Golf Club
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Patriot Award: Todd Ekstrand, PGA – Head Professional, Barrington Golf Club
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Player Development Award: Brian Tolnar, PGA – Director of Golf & Recreation, Millcreek Park Golf Course
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Youth Player Development Award: Mike Pickett, PGA – Director of Player Development, Kirtland Country Club
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Professional Development Award: Steve Parker, PGA – Director of Instruction, Firestone Country Club
Sales Representative of the Year Awards will be presented at the NOPGA Fall Membership Meeting on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Westfield Country Club:
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Hard Goods: Mark Wise, Titleist
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Soft Goods: Joe Lombardi, FootJoy
The evening will include cocktails, dinner, and the presentation of awards as we celebrate the remarkable achievements of our fellow members and associates within the Northern Ohio PGA community. Once again, the event will be moderated by Jimmy Hanlin, PGA, who will engage award winners on stage as they share their career stories and insights.
📅 Date: Sunday, December 7, 2025
📍 Location: Westfield Country Club – Blair Center
✨ Additional details on ticket pricing, registration, and schedule will be shared soon.
We look forward to honoring our award winners and gathering as a community for one of the most special evenings of the year!