2022 Special Award Applications
The PGA of America presents the following special awards to recognize the outstanding performances and superior achievements of PGA Professionals. Based on a PGA golf professional’s entire career, emphasis is placed on the last five years of achievements. The awards are presented to recognize extraordinary accomplishments both on and off the course.
Merchandiser of the Year Award Public
Jamie Costic, PGA
Glengarry Golf Links
Merchandiser of the Year Award Resort
Kelly O'Donnell, PGA
Nemacolin
Merchandiser of the Year Award Private
Drew Bohn, PGA
Allegheny Country Club
Youth Player Development Award
Randy Fluhrer, PGA
Allegheny Country Club
Teacher of the Year Award
Dave Gedris
Oakmont Golf Center
PGA Development Award (Formally Horton Smith)
Bill Strausbaugh Award
Justin Barroner, PGA
California University of PA
Player Development Award
Chris Breed, PGA
Berry Hills CC
The Patriot Award
Golf Professional of the Year
Jay Mull, PGA
St. Clair Country Club
Deacon Palmer Award
2021 ROLEX / Tri-State Section PGA Players of the Year
Chuck Scally Sr. Player of the Year Award
Rob McClellan, PGA
Slippery Rock Golf Club
Senior Player of the Year Award
Joe Boros, PGA
Treesdale Golf & Country Club
XXIO Player of the Year Award
Steve Kusenko
Mon Valley Country Club
Associate Player of the Year Award
Troy Williams
Valley Brook Country Club
Willie McKay Trophy for Low Scoring Average
Kevin Shields
The Club at Nevillewood
70.33 Average
TRI-STATE SECTION PGA AWARD WINNERS WILL BE HONORED AT THE TRI-STATE SECTION PGA ANNUAL 2022 CHAMPIONS OF GOLF DINNER TO BE HELD AT CHARTIERS COUNTRY CLUB ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2022. MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW.