Birdie Bitch - Maddy Belden, PGA - September 11, 2022

PGA of America Vice President Don Rea and District 12 Director Derek Gutierrez lead the PGA of America Town Hall discussion.

Much like the USTA and its mission in tennis, the PGA of America is focused on growing the game of golf by supporting players of all ages and abilities. Both organizations subscribe to the American Developmental Model, focused on developing well-rounded, multi-sport athletes in a fun learning environment. 

In this video, we are joined by Don Rea, Secretary of the PGA of America. Rea, who is also the owner-operator of a golf course in Mesa, Arizona, shares how ADM is utilized in junior golf, 

Got the opportunity to announce the last 3 groups on Saturday of the 2021 PGA Championship at the Ocean Course at Kiawah.  Such an honor to represent our members and be a part of a major championship.

An informative look into the Back2Golf initiative throughout the golf industry featuring PGA professionals Don Rea, Kennie Simms, & Cathy Harbin and John Easterbrook as well as a unique perspective from infectious disease expert, Dr. David Hamer. An insider's take on what it took to make golf available to the public throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and what to expect moving forward.

Augusta Ranch is launching PGA Family Cup.  A tremendous program that is going to be the answer for all of those families wanting to do something fun together.  Think PGA Junior League for the family.  Awesome.  Thanks Anthony Vitale, PGA for the interview and all you do as a Regional League Manager.

We need to be creative to find ways to benefit our members that doesn’t violate inurement. I’m sure I’m not the only one who is frustrated by being told what we can’t do. We need to think outside the box and determine what we can do by challenging the limits.