TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Background...2 Directions to Golf House...3 Officers & Board of Directors... 4-5 Past Presidents... 6 Administration...7 Committee Rosters... 8-9 PGA of America Committee Members... 10 Assistants Association... 11 Connecticut Section PGA Golf Foundation, Inc...12-13 Allied Associations...14-16 Important Policies Important Section Policies for Section PGA Professionals... 17-18 Complimentary Access To Events For PGA Professionals... 19-20 PGA Logo Guidelines... 21-22 PGA of America Member Benefits...23-26 Connecticut Section PGA 2010 1
CONNECTICUT SECTION PGA SECTION OFFICE 35 COLD SPRING ROAD, SUITE 212 ROCKY HILL, CT 06067 PHONE: 860-257-4653 FAX: 860-257-8355 E-MAIL: conn@pgahq.com http://www.ctpga.com Office Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM BACKGROUND The Connecticut Section PGA is one of 41 sections chartered that together comprise the Professional Golfers' Association of America (PGA of America). The boundaries for the section include the state of Connecticut, with the exception of territory south and west of a line between the cities of Danbury and Bridgeport, and the western half of the state of Massachusetts, except for Berkshire County and the most western part of the state. There are 199 golf courses within the section boundaries. Rocky Hill, Conn. The section is comprised of 372 PGA Professionals, including 11 women, and consisting of 303 PGA Members, and 69 PGA Apprentices registered in the PGA Professional Golf Management Program. Of the 372 total, 261 professionals are actively employed in 21 different classifications. Of the 69 professionals that are currently unemployed, 48 are Life and Retired PGA Members. The Administrative Office is located in Rocky Hill, a Southern suburb of the Greater Hartford area. Located in a commercial condominium, the section and the Connecticut State Golf Association jointly own a 2,200 square foot office known as "Connecticut Golf House." 2 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
CONNECTICUT SECTION PGA DIRECTIONS TO THE SECTION OFFICE: From Route 91, Exit 23--West Street. Northbound - take a left off exit ramp; Southbound take a right off exit ramp. Go West about ¼ mile to the intersection of Route 3 ("T" intersection - you can only go left or right). Take a left on Route 3 (South) and go to next traffic light (Cold Spring Road). Turn right on Cold Spring Road, pass small shopping center on right hand corner to red brick building beyond -- sign in front "Southway Executive Park." Take a right turn just past building and drive to back of second red brick building. Section office is on the 1st floor on the right as you enter. Door sign reads "212 -- Connecticut Golf House." Connecticut Section PGA 2010 3
SECTION OFFICERS President Ralph Salito Head Golf Professional Richter Park Golf Course Danbury, Conn. Ralph Salito has been the head professional at Richter Park Golf Course since 1997 and has been a PGA member since 1996. He turned professional after having successful amateur and business careers. Once elected to PGA membership under the mentorship of PGA Professional Frank Selva, he turned his attention to serving the Association. Before being an elected member of the Board of Directors, he served on the Tournament Committee for three years and then as the Chairman for an additional three years. He also served as a Vice President at Large before being elected to the office of Secretary in 2003. Salito was honored by the section as Merchandiser of the Year at a public facility in 2001 and was the recipient of the Bill Strausbaugh Award in 2005. He won the 2004 and 2005 Senior PGA Championships, The Walter Lowell Championship in 2005, and the Connecticut Senior Open in 2007. He has been a member of the Connecticut PGA Julius Boros Challenge Cup Team several times. Vice President John Korolyshun Assistant Professional Mill River Country Club Stratford, Conn. John Korolyshun was elected to PGA membership in 1989. He is employed as an Assistant Professional at Mill River Country Club. Prior to that he was the Head Professional at Alling Memorial Golf Course for eight years, and at Oronoque Country Club, also for eight years. He began his career in golf as Assistant Professional at Race Brook Country Club and Fairfield Country Club. Korolyshun currently serves as the Finance Committee Chairman. He served on the Tournament Committee for eight years and as the Chairman of the Rules and Competitions Committee for two years. He was a member of the Board of Directors in 2000 and also chaired the Growth of the Game and Play Golf America Committees. He is a 1973 graduate of Fairfield University with a BS in Marketing and a minor in Psychology. 4 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Secretary Michael O Grady Head Golf Professional Lake Waramaug Country Club New Preston, Conn. Mike O Grady has been the head golf professional at Lake Waramaug Country Club in New Preston, Conn. since 1998, and has been a PGA Member for 12 years. He is a 1981 graduate of the University of New Hampshire, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in History. His previous employment includes head professional experience at Quail Hollow Country Club in the New England Section and assistant professional experience in the Carolinas Section at Lake Toxaway Country Club, and in the South Florida Section at both Lost Tree Club and PGA National Golf Club. His service to the Connecticut Section began in 2006 when he was elected to serve a three-year term as Director. He chaired the Special Awards Committee for several years and served on both the Membership and Rules and Competitions Committees during that span. Board of Directors President Ralph Salito Richter Park Golf Course Vice President John Korolyshun Mill River Country Club Secretary Michael O Grady Lake Waramaug Country Club Honorary President Ron Dellostritto Wethersfield Country Club Directors Andrew Campbell Black Hall Club William Flood Jr. Rock Ridge Country Club Andrew Gruss Shuttle Meadow Country Club Ian Marshall Watertown Golf Club John Paesani Norwich Golf Course Peter Pulaski The Course at Yale Vice Presidents at Large Chris Gay Indian Hill Country Club Ted Perez Jr. East Mountain Country Club John Steffen Twin Hills Country Club Honorary Life President Walter Lowell Executive Director Tom Hantke Connecticut Section PGA 2010 5
PAST PRESIDENTS There have been 30 golf professionals that have been elected to serve the office of President of the Connecticut Section, Professional Golfers Association of America. Presently there are ten Past Presidents that remain PGA Members and affiliated with the Connecticut Section. Bob Bodington John Boucher Gerald Cordore Denis Collins Joseph Donato Tom Donohue Active Section Past Presidents Jim Bedus PGA Life Member - Retired Terry Crawford PGA Active Member Ron Dellostritto Wethersfield Country Club Tim Gavronski Shuttle Meadow Country Club Tom Gleeton Country Club of Waterbury Don Gliha Connecticut Golf Academy Mickey Hawkes Hawkes Golf Vehicles, LLC Walter Lowell PGA Active Member Gary Reynolds The Hartford Golf Club Tony Rowe Ellington Ridge Country Club Frank Selva Orange Hills Country Club Former Past Presidents Louis Galby Willie Hunter Charlie Moore Harry Nettelbladt Charlie Nicholls Captain Perkins Drew Pierson Wendell Ross George Siebert Bob Smith Noel Smith Willie Whalen Jack Williams 6 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
ADMINISTRATION The section office staff consists of four full-time, one part-time/seasonal employee, as well as a seasonal intern, who together carry out membership, administrative, and section programs. In addition, daily field staff personnel assist with the Tournament and Junior Golf programs. FULL TIME OFFICE STAFF Executive Director Tom Hantke, PGA thantke@pgahq.com Executive Assistant/Member Services Director Sue Bell sbell@pgahq.com Tournament Program Director Eric Clark eclark@pgahq.com Player Development Program Manger Sally Sohn, PGA ssohn@pgahq.com PGA OF AMERICA STAFF - Section District 1 Employment Representative Michael Packard, PGA mpackard@pgahq.com Section Administration Accountant Janet Radli jradli@pgahq.com Section Administration Representative Dana Nickola dnickola@pgahq.com PART TIME & SEASONAL STAFF Tournament Comp. Mngr. T.B.D. Junior Golf TOUR Intern T.B.D. TOURNAMENT FIELD STAFF Tyrone Bowman Gar Fellman Chuck McCollough, PGA Mark Nappi Gary Pontbriand Connecticut Section PGA 2010 7
COMMITTEE ROSTERS COMMUNICATIONS Chairman Ian Marshall Watertown Golf Club Committee Members Ted Pisk, PGA Life Member FINANCE Chairman John Korolyshun Mill River Country Club Committee Members Bill Flood Jr., Rock Ridge C.C. Fred Kolakowski, Mill River C.C. Mike O Grady, Lake Waramaug C.C. John Paesani, Norwich G.C. Peter Pulaski, The Course at Yale Ralph Salito, Richter Park G.C. MARKETING/SPONSORS Chairman Andrew Campbell Black Hall Club Committee Members Ryan Bowey, Indian Hill C.C. Sean Busca, Clinton C.C. Archie Cart, Lake of Isles Howie Friday, Tumble Brook C.C. John Steffen, Twin Hills C.C. Jim Stickels, Orchards G.C. Jason Waters, Hop Meadow C.C. Drive for the Game Chairman John Steffen Twin Hills C.C. GROWTH OF THE GAME Chairman Andrew Gruss Shuttle Meadow Country Club Committee Members Patrick Boucher, Lake of Isles Mike Packard, PGA of America Ted Perez Jr., East Mountain C.C. Tim Quirk, Longmeadow C.C. Jodi Hitchcock, Indian Hills C.C. Junior Golf Chairman Ted Perez Jr. East Mountain Country Club Committee Members Jeff Coderre, Timberlin G.C. Andrew Gruss, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Jon Janik, Tashua Knolls G.C. Michael Packard, PGA of America John Steffen, Twin Hills C.C. Billy Street, New Haven C.C. TOURNAMENT Chairman John Paesani Norwich Golf Course Committee Members Patrick Aldrich, Sharon C.C. Marc Bayram, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Andrew Gruss, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Brian Keiser, Wethersfield C.C. Ian Marshall, Watertown G.C. Fran Marrello, Canaan C.C. Rules & Competitions Committee Members Jeff Coderre, Timberlin G.C. Joe Grochmal. Springfield C.C. Walter Lowell, PGA Life Member Jim McMahon, Wampanaug C.C. Mike O Grady, Lake Waramaug C.C. 8 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
COMMITTEE ROSTERS MEMBERSHIP Chairman Mike O Grady Lake Waramaug Country Club Committee Members Ron Dellostritto, Wethersfield C.C. Chris Gay, Indian Hill C.C. Don Feeley, The Course at Yale Bill Flood Jr., Rock Ridge C.C. Shaun Maher, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Peter Pulaski, The Course at Yale Frank Selva, Orange Hills C.C. Education Chairman Peter Pulaski The Course at Yale Committee Members Mark Bialobrzeski, Heritage Village C.C. Kevin Cain, Richter Park G.C. Bill Flood Jr., Rock Ridge C.C. Chris Hearn, Sound Aproach Golf Acad. Kevin Mahaffy, Pequabuck G.C. Mike Martin, Clubs to Go, LLC Tom Rosati, Great River G.C. Employment Chairman Chris Gay Indian Hill Country Club Rich Crowe, Rockledge G.C. Bill Flood Jr., Rock Ridge C.C. Tom Gleeton, C.C. of Waterbury Michael Packard, PGA of America Special Awards Chairman Bill Flood Jr. Rock Ridge Country Club Committee Members Jim Alexander, Smith Richardson G.C. Tim Gavronski, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Fred Kolakowski, Mill River C.C. Tony Rowe, Ellington Ridge C.C. Jeff Sobieraj, Rock Ridge C.C. Jim Stickels, Orchards G.C. Jason Waters, Hop Meadow C.C. Hall of Fame Walter Lowell, PGA Active Member Gary Reynolds, Hartford Golf Club Frank Selva, Orange Hills C.C. Government Relations Chairman Mike O Grady Lake Waramaug Country Club John Nowobilski, Tallwood C.C. Paul Ramee, Bull s Bridge G.C. Dave Twohig, Amherst, G.C. Scholarships Chairman Ron Dellostritto Wethersfield Country Club Connecticut Section PGA 2010 9
NATIONAL COMMITTEES In addition to the many volunteer committee members listed on the previous pages, the following section members have been named to serve on National committees. DIVERSITY/RECRUITING Suzy Whaley Golf Clinician TPC River Highlands EMPLOYMENT Tom Hantke Executive Director Connecticut Section PGA Tom Gleeton Head Professional Country Club of Waterbury INSTRUCTION Suzy Whaley Golf Clinician TPC River Highlands MEMBER TOURNAMENTS Ralph Salito Head Professional Richter Park Golf Course 10 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
ASSISTANTS ASSOCIATION The Assistants Association is a subsidiary of the section and its mission is to create an environment, through education and training, which shall improve the skill level and effectiveness of assistant professionals in their career pursuits of obtaining head golf professional positions. The Assistants Association holds spring and fall annual meetings. The tournament schedule is open to Class A-8 PGA members and eligibly employed PGA Registered Apprentices and Section Pre-Apprentices. An annual Assistants Association Membership Fee (AAMF) of $35 is required to play in the series of four Individual Pro events, but is not required to play in the Pro-Pro tournaments or the Assistant Championship. The tournament schedule begins with a blind draw Pro-Pro held in conjunction with the Spring Meeting and concludes with a Pro-Pro following the Fall Meeting. Any Assistants Association member that wants to have voting rights at the Spring and Fall Meetings must submit a request in writing to the Secretary by July 1. Board of Directors President Brian Keiser Wethersfield C.C. Vice President Josh Bialowans Old Lyme C.C. Secretary Marc Bayram Shuttle Meadow C.C. Honorary President Tom Halsted Hartford Golf Club Directors Ryan Bowey, Indian Hill C.C. Kevin Cain, Richter Park G.C. Billy Street, New Haven C.C. Vice Presidents at Large Shaun Maher, Shuttle Meadow C.C. Brendan Zadrozny, Stanley G.C. Connecticut Section PGA 2010 11
CONNECTICUT SECTION PGA GOLF FOUNDATION The Connecticut Section PGA Golf Foundation, Inc. is a non-stock corporation that received approval from the Internal Revenue Service on January 17, 1995, to be classified as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The Foundation was founded to provide information and services to golf and golfers, and to promote the game to the public at large. It is intended to serve golf throughout Connecticut and Western Massachusetts. Since its inception, one of the primary objectives of the Foundation has been the support of youth golf programs and activities, including the Connecticut PGA Junior Golf Association and several underprivileged youth golf programs. The Foundation strives to help fund these initiatives and others including programs that serve women, Special Olympians, and physically challenged golfers. Since 2000, nearly $530,000 has been granted to worthwhile programs. In 2008 alone, the Foundation awarded 25 grants totaling more than $70,000. Financial contributions to the Foundation are completely tax-deductible. The Foundation strives to raise money in many ways, including but not limited to solicitation of gifts, grants and contributions from corporations, businesses, private citizens, and other foundations. Also, PGA Professionals participate in an annual fund raising drive, Drive For The Game, which benefits the Foundation. Grants are awarded twice a year in June and December. Applications are accepted on an annual basis. Organizations may apply for grants in consecutive years. The deadline for the June awards is the first business day in May and for December is the first business day in October. Grants requests will be reviewed and awarded by a committee comprised of the Board of Directors. Complete information and applications are available at www.ctpga.com/foundation. 12 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
CONNECTICUT SECTION PGA GOLF FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS President Frank Selva Orange Hills Country Club Vice President/Treasurer Richard Crowe Rockledge Golf Club Secretary Jim Bedus PGA Life Member Directors Jeff Beyer Willow Brook Golf Course Jim Casagrande Northampton Country Club Tim Gavronski Shuttle Meadow Country Club Kyle Hedstrom Stanley Golf Course Don Malen Golf Club of Avon Gary Reynolds The Hartford Golf Club Timmie Stathers Tolland, Conn. Jeremy Vitkauskas Country Club of Farmington Bill Whaley TPC River Highlands Ex-Officio Ron Dellostritto Wethersfield Country Club Ted Perez Jr. East Muontain Country Club John Steffen Twin Hills Country Club New Board members will be elected at the Foundation Annual Meeting on March 31, 2010. Connecticut Section PGA 2010 13
ALLIED ASSOCIATIONS Connecticut State Golf Association The CSGA is the oldest state golf association in the country, supporting golf in Connecticut since 1899. The mission of the CSGA is to promote and preserve the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf by serving its member clubs and their golf members. The CSGA provides the highest level of service in administering course ratings, conducting tournaments, and certifying and issuing handicap indexes through its member clubs using best practices developed by the United States Golf Association. The CSGA maintains professional relationships and works with other golf associations in Connecticut, throughout New England, and the Metropolitan Golf Association. Each year the CSGA contributes financially to the Connecticut Section PGA to support PGA Member programs. This is made possible through the handicapping service program that professionals help promote and support. Ron Drapeau, Executive Director & CEO Phone: 860-257-4171 35 Cold Spring Road, Suite 212 Fax: 860-257-8355 Rocky Hill, CT 06067 rdrapeau@csgalinks.org www.csgalinks.org Massachusetts Golf Association The Massachusetts Golf Association (MGA) office is located on the grounds of the TPC of Boston facility in Norton, Massachusetts. The William F. Connell Golf House & Museum opened its doors in October 2002. Excluding major holidays, the Massachusetts Golf House is open daily, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Joe Sprague, Executive Director Phone: 774-430-9100 300 Arnold Palmer Boulevard Fax: 774-430-9101 Norton, MA 02766 jsprague@mgalinks.org www.mgalinks.org Connecticut Association of Golf Course Superintendents "Devoted to sharing knowledge and experience for a better turf." The CAGCS is dedicated to serving its members, advancing their profession and enhancing the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Members of this association will be consistently recognized as clear authorities regarding issues related to golf course management and professionals belonging to an inclusive organization that embraces a diversity of ideas and people. John Garcia, President Phone: 203-387-0810 PO Box 3678 Fax: 203-387-7866 Woodbridge, CT 06525 www.cagcs.com cagcs@sbcglobal.net 14 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
ALLIED ASSOCIATIONS Connecticut Club Managers Association The Connecticut Club Managers' Association is the professional association for managers of membership clubs in Connecticut. The objectives of the Association are to promote and advance friendly relations among persons connected with the management of clubs and other associations of similar character; to encourage the education and advancement of its members; and to assist club officers and members, through their managers, to secure the utmost in efficient and successful operations. Gary Ashley, President Phone: 203-637-1706 Riverside Yacht Club Fax: 203-698-1431 102 Club Road gbashley@aol.com Riverside, CT 06878 www.cmaact.org Connecticut Women s Golf Association The Connecticut Women's Golf Association is a voluntary non-profit organization founded in 1919. The purpose of the CWGA is to provide competitive golfing opportunities for its members, to promote understanding of the rules of golf and to encourage female junior golfers statewide. CWGA now comprises 62 member clubs with a membership of over 650 women. Club membership in this Association is limited to private golf clubs in the State of Connecticut. Jeanine Marcucci, President Phone: 203-397-9135 18 Manila Avenue Woodbridge, CT 06525 maruccij@hotmail.com www.cwga.org Executive Women s Golf Association The EWGA is a not-for-profit 501(c)(6) corporation serving an international membership of over 19,000 members in 120 chapters throughout the United States and Canada, offering a wide range of organized golf activities, player development and education programs, volunteer, social and networking opportunities for both novice and experienced golfers. The EWGA exists to provide opportunities for women to learn, play, and enjoy the game of golf for business and for life. Central Connecticut Chapter Gretel Cote, President liverwurst4999@sbcglobal.net www.centralctewga.org Greater Springfield Chapter Kathy Labrie, President Phone: 413-335-4676 kalabrie@comcast.net greaterspringfield@ewgachapter.com www.springfieldewga.com Connecticut Section PGA 2010 15
ALLIED ASSOCIATIONS Southern New England Women s Golf Association The Southern New England Women's Golf Association, organized in 1956, exists for the promotion of golf for women within the state of Connecticut and neighboring states. SNEWGA membership is open to all women's associations from public, semiprivate, and private golf clubs. SNEWGA is currently made up of 37 member clubs and over 1,000 individual members. Donna Pauze, President 39 Abbott Road Ellington, CT 06029 snewga.president@comcast.net www.snewga.org The First Tee of Connecticut The First Tee of Connecticut is reaching thousands of youth each year through a variety of programs including In-School Instruction, Group Lessons and Teams. Along with golf instruction, The First Tee of Connecticut teaches a Life Skills curriculum that is based on a set of nine core values: Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Courtesy, Judgment, Confidence, Responsibility, and Perseverance. The First Tee of Connecticut believes that participating in these programs will improve the lives of those who embrace the game's traditions and values. The First Tee of CT is an initiative of the CT Golf Foundation, Inc., a 501 (c) (3) organization. The CT Golf Foundation was created to expose golf to underprivileged youth who might not normally have access to the game. David Polk, President & Executive Director Phone: 860-882-1660 525 Brook Street, Suite 206 Fax: 860-571-8607 Rocky Hill, CT 06067 dpolk@csgalinks.org www.thefirstteeconnecticut.com The Travelers Championship As a proud hometown title sponsor, Travelers believes the Travelers Championship has a tremendous heritage and an even brighter future. Associated with the tournament for its entire history, Travelers is committed to working closely with its tournament partners to make the Travelers Championship a best-in-class PGA TOUR event. The 2010 Travelers Championship will be played June 24-27, at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell, Conn. Nathan Grube, Tournament Director Phone: 860-502-6800 90 State House Square 8 th Floor Fax: 860-502-6809 Hartford, CT 06103 ngrube@travelerschampionship.com www.travelerschampionship.com 16 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
IMPORTANT POLICIES Annual Meeting Dress Code The dress code for section, chapter, and Assistants Association business meetings is Jacket & tie for male professionals; business attire for female professionals, unless otherwise specified. Golf House Dress Code The daily dress code for Golf House is golf attire. Jeans are not to be worn. Registration of Newly Hired Professionals All supervising professionals should make sure that newly hired employees have filed all the appropriate paperwork with the section office. Employees not affiliated with the PGA of America should be informed about the section Pre-Apprentice program. Late Fee Policy Section members registering for meetings and education seminars after the deadline or at the door without prior notice will be charged a $10 late fee. A $25 late fee is added to all tournament entries received after the registration deadline. Registration Surcharge The Board of Directors has authorized a $20 surcharge on all event entries not completed online by the section member. American Express/MasterCard/Visa American Express, MasterCard, and Visa charge accounts may be used for payment of registration fees for tournaments and events with no online registration. Charge account numbers will not be kept on file. Therefore, it will be necessary to provide the account number, expiration date, and billing address zip code each time a registration fee is charged. No charges will be accepted over the telephone. Connecticut Section PGA 2010 17
IMPORTANT POLICIES Employment & PGA Classification Changes All PGA Members and Apprentices are required to advise the section within 10 business days of any employment change. Those making employment and/or classification changes may complete this requirement online at PGALinks.com. If changes are not completed online, all Member Change Forms or Apprentice Employment Verification Forms should be mailed or faxed to the SECTION OFFICE not to PGA of America. Also required for all section members making employment or classification changes is a letter indicating the terms of both current and new contracts, including a job description and anticipated income. A form for this reporting requirement is available at ctpga.com under Important Forms. (If changes are completed online, terms of employment documents must still be submitted in writing to the section office.) 1099 Mailing Address For the purposes of 1099 forms and prize money checks, the professional's facility will be the address used. If you prefer to have your checks and 1099 form sent to a different address, please advise the section office. Assistants Association Management Fee (AAMF) In order to be eligible to play in the Individual Pro Series, all participants must pay a management fee of $35. Professionals who pay this fee will not be charged for their dinners at the Assistants Association Fall Meeting. Amateur Team Prizes All prizes for amateur merchandise redemption shall be paid directly to the home course golf professional per Section Tournament Rules & Regulations and denoted on the check. This money shall be included on a professional s 1099 and reported to the IRS. Section professionals should keep records of such and consult with their tax specialist before filing a return. Fine for Conduct Violations at Tournaments See Tournament Rules & Regulations Section There is an automatic fine associated with every Conduct Violation as defined by the TR&R. 18 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS TO EVENTS FOR PGA MEMBERS THE MASTERS (April 8-11): Class A PGA Members, Life Members and Master Professional Members (PGA Members only; this offer is not extended to apprentices). No spouse or families or complimentary juniors (including Practice Rounds). Must show membership card and photo I.D. each day. Go to Gate 6A off of Berckmans Road then report to Gate C to receive daily ticket. NOTE: Daily tickets are not available to purchase for spouse. Cell phones, beepers, and other electronic devices are not permitted on the grounds at all times. Cameras are strictly prohibited on Tournament days. Ticket Information 706-667-6700 or www.themasters.com. 71 st SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP (May 27-30): PGA Members, apprentices, PGM students, and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children and his and her parents -- does not include member's grandparents, brothers/sisters, spouse of children, etc.) Must show membership card and photo I.D. each day. PGA Members (only) may bring a guest instead of their spouse. Section employees and their spouse may receive a complimentary daily ticket. Section Employees must show a current Section Employee card and photo identification. Spouse must accompany the Section Employee to receive ticket. Go to the Will Call trailer near admission gate to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 800-742-4653 or 800-742-8258 or www.pga.com. U.S. OPEN (June 17-20): Class A PGA Members, Life Members and Master Professionals. No spouse or family members (PGA Members only; this offer is not extended to apprentices). Must show membership card and Photo I.D. each day. Go to Will Call to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 800-698-0661, www.usopen.com. 92 nd PGA CHAMPIONSHIP (August 12-15): PGA Members, Apprentices, PGM Students, and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children and his and her parents -- does not include member's grandparents, brothers/sisters, spouse of children, etc.) Must show membership card and photo I.D. each day. PGA Members (only) may bring a guest instead of their spouse. Section employees and their spouse may receive a complimentary daily ticket. Section Employees must show a current Section Employee card and photo identification. Spouse must accompany the Section Employee to receive ticket. Go to the Will Call trailer near the admission gate to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 800-742-4653 or 800-742-8258 or www.pga.com. Connecticut Section PGA 2010 19
COMPLIMENTARY ACCESS TO EVENTS FOR PGA MEMBERS 38 th RYDER CUP (Oct. 1-3) Celtic Manor, Twenty Ten Course, Newport Whales: Class A PGA Members, Life Members and Master Professional Members (PGA Members only; this offer is not extended to apprentices). Each PGA member receives one complimentary ticket for self and may purchase one daily guest ticket each day at half price. Member must complete a ticket application form by July 1, 2010, for both the complimentary and guest ticket. PGA OF AMERICA CHAMPIONSHIPS: PGA Minority Collegiate Golf Championship, PGA Professional National Championship, Senior PGA Professional National Championship, Junior PGA Championship, PGA Assistant Professional Championship, and the PGA Junior Series are free admission to everyone. PGA TOUR EVENTS: PGA Class A Members and accompanying immediate family (spouse, children and PGA Member s parents). (PGA Members only; this offer not extended to Apprentices). Must show current PGA of America membership card and Photo I.D. each day. Go to Main Gate to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 904-285-3700. USGA EVENTS: Women s Open, Senior Open, U.S. Amateur: Class A PGA Members, Life Members and Master Professional Members and a spouse or guest. (PGA Members only; this offer is not extended to Apprentices). Must show membership card and Photo I.D. each day. Go to Will Call to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 908-234-2300. WORLD GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS: Class A PGA Members only. No spouse or other family members. Must show current PGA of America membership card and photo I.D. each day. Go to Main Gate to pick up daily ticket. Ticket information 904-285-3700. LPGA EVENTS: PGA Members and PGA Apprentices, cardholder only. No spouse or family. Must show current PGA of America membership card and photo I.D. each day. Go to Main Gate to pick up daily ticket. Ticket Information 386-274-6200. 20 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
PGA MEMBER LOGO USAGE GUIDELINES The PGA of America unveiled its new PGA Professional logos at The Association's 91st Annual Meeting. The new identity is rooted in the organization's revised brand strategy articulated as "Experts in the Game and Business of Golf." The PGA of America s updated brand strategy brings a renewed focus on its membership, employers, and the golfing public, and their dedication to preserving golf s heritage while increasing its popularity and awareness. The PGA of America has authorized PGA members to use the Association logo in a responsible manner. For a copy of the guidelines, go to PGALinks.com, click on the Your Membership link, or call the section office or PGA MISC at 800-474-2776. You may view and download guidelines for use of the new PGA Professional, PGA Certified Professional, and PGA Master Professional logos. A PGA Stylebook, PGA Brand Book and PGA Messaging Guidelines are also provided. The PGA Professional logo is designed to bring more attention to individual members. Personal use of The PGA Professional logo is intended to benefit individual PGA members. Therefore, use of the logo is the responsibility of each PGA member. The logo may not be used by anyone else. For example, if your employer wishes to use The PGA Professional logo in a newspaper or telephone directory ad, use of the ad must contain your name as outlined in the guidelines and must be authorized by you. All PGA Professionals should be aware that the transitional period for moving to the new branding ended December 31, 2008. All items such as business cards, letterhead, note cards, envelopes, etc. must be reflective of the new branding guidelines effective immediately. Connecticut Section PGA 2010 21
PGA MEMBER LOGO USAGE GUIDELINES Below are three simple rules for PGA members who wish to utilize the PGA Professional logo. The rules are explained in detail with examples on the pages in PGALinks.com. Unauthorized or inappropriate use of the logo is a trademark violation and subject to sanctions: 1. Only PGA members in good standing may use the PGA Professional, Certified Professional, or Master Professional logo. PGA Class F members and PGA apprentices may not use the logo. 2. Your name must accompany each use of the logo, as specified in the guidelines. 3. PGA members (not apprentices) may use the PGA Professional logo on their own personal web site or their facility's web site. The use of this logo must conform to the rules outlined in PGALinks.com. If you have any questions, please contact the PGA Member Information Service Center at 1-800-4PGAPRO. 22 Connecticut Section PGA 2010
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