About the Wisconsin PGA
The Wisconsin Section is one of the 41 sections that comprise the regional entities of the PGA of America. Over 600 members and associates belong to the Wisconsin Section, stretching from areas in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan to almost the entire state of Wisconsin. Annually, the Wisconsin Section conducts over 40 professional events, operates their foundation – PGA REACH Wisconsin, and participates in several growth-of-the-game activities including PGA Jr. League, Drive, Chip and Putt and PGA HOPE. Wisconsin PGA Office is located at 11350 W. Theo Trecker Way in West Allis, Wis.
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Dan Hastreiter Grabs the Top Spot on the 2026 WPGA Special Awards
It may be awards season, but there are no Oscars or Golden Globes for PGA of America golf professionals. They don’t play for Olympic gold, and they’re not eligible for the Heisman Trophy.
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Wisconsin PGA’s 2026 Tournament Schedule – Ready for Prime Time
Sam Weatherhead will be at Tuckaway Country Club in Franklin in August to defend his title at the Suter Ward Group at Morgan Stanley Wisconsin State Open, but — believe it or not — that's not the only tournament on the 2026 Wisconsin PGA schedule that the 2025 champion has already circled.
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Nagy Nails Down Assistant Player of the Year Title
Michael Nagy wrapped up the Wisconsin Section's Assistant Player of the Year Award earlier this month, but the final points he needed to earn the honor were collected at a tournament far from the Badger State.
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Day five of our Special Award Spotlights shines the spotlight on Brendan Locke of GOLFTEC Wisconsin.
Brendan is the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Wisconsin PGA Deacon Palmer Award recipient. He becomes the first Wisconsin PGA member honored with this award.
The PGA of America ...established the Deacon Palmer Award, named after Arnold Palmer’s late father who overcame personal obstacles to succeed as a PGA Professional, back in 2014.
The Award bestows special recognition upon a PGA Professional who personally displays outstanding integrity, character and leadership in the effort to overcome a major obstacle in his/her life.
We admire your fortitude, resilience, and dedication, Brendan.
Day five of our Special Award Spotlights shines the spotlight on Brendan Locke of @golftec_wisconsin.
Brendan is the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Wisconsin PGA Deacon Palmer Award recipient. He becomes the first Wisconsin PGA member honored with this award.
The PGA of America ...established the Deacon Palmer Award, named after Arnold Palmer’s late father who overcame personal obstacles to succeed as a PGA Professional, back in 2014.
The Award bestows special recognition upon a PGA Professional who personally displays outstanding integrity, character and leadership in the effort to overcome a major obstacle in his/her life.
We admire your fortitude, resilience, and dedication, Brendan.
Earning today's Special Award Spotlight is Derek Guzman of Sand Valley.
Derek is the 2️⃣0️⃣2️⃣6️⃣ Wisconsin PGA Bill Strausbaugh Award winner. It is the second straight year that Derek has taken home a WPGA Special Award.
This award is presented annually to a... PGA Professional who has distinguished themselves through their daily commitment to mentoring fellow professionals. Their efforts focus on improving employment opportunities, fostering continued growth in professional education, and through service to the community.
Congratulations, Derek!
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