PGA of British Columbia 2009 Award Winners

"Naturally I'm delighted and honoured, but this tribute really speaks volumes for the outstanding job our staff performs each and every day with a membership that is a joy to serve," said the affable Jackson of the award he received during the PGA of BC's annual Trade Show and Awards banquet in Penticton October 14.

Despite economic woes that have plagued some golf outlets in Canada, Jackson has helped the Cowichan Golf & Country Club maintain its membership levels and his shop has experienced one of it's finest seasons. Cowichan is open year-round.

"We don't miss many days. This is a great place to work and even better to live."

After joining the Canadian PGA in 1969 Jackson acquired his Class 'A' certification in 1973 and assumed the Head Professional post at Cowichan in 1989.

At the Awards banquet, the Head Professional of the Year Award was sponsored by Clarity Success Coaching and as the winner Jackson will also receive five leadership/coaching sessions from Clarity Success Coaching in 2010.

The other regional finalists in the Head Professional of the Year category included:
* Kevin Nesbitt of Champion Lakes Golf Club
* Derek Thornley of Richmond Country Club
* Lee Sapach of Osoyoos Golf & CC

Other PGA of BC Award winners for 2009 are:

Assistant Professional of the Year

Aaron Grice of Bear Mountain Resort

Sponsored by Cleveland Golf/Srixon Canada.
Winner receives a bursary in the amount of $1,500.00

Other regional finalists:
* Craig Wilkinson of Castlegar & District Golf Club
* Brad Russell of Seymour Golf & CC
* Shane Pugliese of The Club at Tower Ranch

Teacher of the Year

Winner: Robert Ratcliffe of Crown Isle Resort

Sponsored by Maui Jim Sunglasses.
Winner receives a pair of Maui Jim sunglasses, including prescription if required.

Other regional finalists:
* Dale Moore of Windermere Valley Golf Course
* Philip Jonas of McCleery & Hazelmere Golf Course
* Dean Claggett of Two Eagles Golf Course

Junior Promoter of the Year

Winner: Lindsay Jackson of Two Eagles Golf Course & Academy

Sponsored by Rampion Enterprises Ltd.
Winner's facility receives $1,500 credit in Rampion product toward 2010 bookings.

Other regional finalists:
* Casey Johnson of Windermere Valley Golf Course
* Kirk Nederpelt of Sunshine Coast Golf & CC
* Jayme Young of Arbutus Ridge Golf & CC

Sales Representative of the Year
Winner: Brent Mullin of Tournament Sports

Other regional finalists:
* Roger McGillivray of Golf Trends
* Deanna Ruby of Caulfeild Apparel Group

Facility of the Year

Winner: Fairview Mountain Golf Club with HP Brian McDonald

Sponsored by Simmlands Insurance Brokers

Other regional finalists:
* Copper Point Golf Club with EP Brian Schaal and HP Darren Ottenbreit
* Hazelmere Golf & Tennis Club with HP Mike White
* Gorge Vale Golf Club with HP Jim Cook

Golf Shop of the Year

Winner: Seymour Golf & CC with HP Dale Schienbein

Sponsored by Fletcher Leisure Group.
Winning facility is awarded $2,500 in Fletcher Leisure Group credit towards 2010 bookings.

Other regional finalists:
* Copper Point Golf Club with EP Brian Schaal and HP Darren Ottenbreit
* Tobiano Golf Course with EP Miles Mortensen and HP Mike Porco
* Crown Isle Resort with HP Jason Andrew

Patron of the Year
Fitcorps Fitness Inc., Chris Baxter and Dave Longmore

Player of the Year

Bryn Parry,
Seymour Creek Golf Centre
(photo: BCGN)

The award winners were determined by the Final Selection Panel consisting of former Golf Award winners Rick Crowson, Philip Jonas, Tim Tait, Peter Smith and Ward Stouffer.