Northern Ohio PGA Announces 2024 Award Winners

WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OH – The Northern Ohio Section of the Professional Golfers Association (NOPGA) proudly announces its 12 award winners for the 2024 season. These distinguished professionals and associates will be honored during the section awards dinner on December 8th at the Cary Blair Center, adjacent to Westfield Country Club.

The winners, selected by the NOPGA Selection Committee, exemplify excellence and dedication within the golfing community. The evening will also include special recognition for the 2024 Hall of Fame inductees and Junior Tour Players of the Year.

2024 Award Winners:

  • Golf Professional of the Year: Michael Spiech, Head Professional at Tippecanoe Country Club
  • Assistant Professional of the Year: Ian Haidle, Shady Hollow Country Club
  • Bill Strausbaugh Award: Dale Davis, Director of Golf at Firestone Country Club
  • Merchandiser of the Year (Private): Tim Perin, Head Professional at Lakewood Country Club
  • Merchandiser of the Year (Public): Herb Page, Director of Golf at Windmill Lakes Golf Course
  • Patriot Award: Erin Craig, Head Professional at North Olmsted Golf Course
  • Player Development Award: Drew Pierson, Head Professional at The Clubhouse-Cleveland
  • Youth Player Development Award: Jimmy Beers, Director of Instruction for Jimmy Beers Golf
  • Professional Development Award: Todd Casabella, Director of Instruction at Barrington Golf Club
  • Teacher & Coach of the Year: Jason Carbone, Head Professional at Canterbury Golf Club
  • Sales Representative of the Year (Hard goods): Jenny Gleason, XXIO Golf
  • Sales Representative of the Year (Soft goods): Andrew Bailey, Holderness & Bourne

The awards dinner will commence with cocktails and registration at 4:30 p.m., followed by the awards presentation and dinner starting at 5:30 p.m. The event will be moderated by Jimmy Hanlin, PGA, who will engage award winners on stage as they share their career stories and insights.

Ticket Information:

  • Ticket Prices: $75 per person
  • Date: Sunday, December 8, 2024
  • RSVP Deadline: November 29, 2024
  • Registration Link: Click here to purchase tickets!

For further inquiries, please contact Lynne Plaisance at lplaisance@pgahq.com or Danielle Monas at dmonas@pgahq.com.

Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of our fellow members and associates within the Northern Ohio PGA community!