2022 Colorado PGA Women's Championship

DU Graduate and New COPGA Associate, Camille Enright, Goes Wire to Wire, Named 2022 Champion

With partly cloudy blue skies and temperatures in the mid 70’s, Vail, Colo. created a stunning backdrop for the 2022 Colorado PGA Women’s Championship. The Championship, open to female PGA and LPGA members and associates, was hosted at Vail Golf Club on August 8th and 9th.

Through the first nine of the 36-hole tournament, Camille Enright of The Club at Ravenna sat atop the leaderboard, posting a 2-under 34, followed closely by Kelli McKandless, Spring Valley Golf Club, at 1-under. Day one concluded with Enright holding firm to her lead, carding four birdies on her way to a 1-under 71 for the day. McKandless settled one back at even par 72 after 18.

Following the day one round, players and caddies enjoyed a happy hour hosted at the Vail Golf Club restaurant, Grill at the Gore. The mountain scenery, food and drinks created for a fun evening of mingling with fellow golf professionals!

Day two brought a hard-fought battle for the leaderboard. Sherry Andonian, PGA, Valley Country Club, who at in 3rd place after day one with a 75, came into day two with the attitude to make a run at Enright and that’s what she did; carding the low round of the day with a 2-under 70. Combined with her day one 75, Andonian finished 1-over for the tournament, taking home second place! Another competitor who made a run for leader was Samantha Crawford, Colorado PGA Junior Golf Director. Crawford’s 77-73–150 earned her a well-deserved third place!

Despite the strong efforts, no one was able to catch Enright’s lead! She may have stumbled on the front nine during day two, posting 3-over, and came back with vengeance on the back nine. Enright ended her day with 3-under for the final nine holes, carding an even-par 72 for the day. What a recovery! Enright’s dominant 71-72–143 1-under-par for the tournament resulted in her first Colorado PGA Women’s Championship win during her first Championship appearance!

A Dallas, Texas native and 2021 Denver University graduate, one of Enright’s goals she set for herself this season was to win this tournament: “It feels really awesome! This was one of my goals for the year. Being brand new to the section, I wanted to come out and make a statement like ‘hey, I’m here to play’”. Her D1 collegiate golf career surely set her up for success during highly competitive tournaments, such as the Colorado PGA Women’s Championship. That was evident from her levelheaded attitude this week. Going into day two, her mindset helped her game, stating, “It felt really good to be the low round and shoot under par [on day one]. It wasn’t super easy out there; the greens are what really set it apart. I only hit 11 greens but putted and chipped really well. I figured if I led after day one, why can’t I do it again? I played within my game and didn’t get ahead of myself”.

Final Results Photo Gallery

Thank you to the PGA Team at Vail Golf Club, Alice Plain, PGA, Director of Golf, and Nathan Mead, PGA, Head Golf Professional, for their support in hosting this outstanding tournament. As shared by Enright, “as a golf professional, you don’t always have the opportunity to play a lot, so it’s just super awesome to have the opportunity to play and enjoy being in the moment in the mountain scenery in Vail”. Additionally, thank you to our partner, Adidas, for gifting golf shoes to all the competitors!

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Steve VanDyke, PGA, Elected as President of Colorado PGA’s West Chapter, Alongside Newly Appointed At-Large Directors

By Steven Bartowski • 19 Apr, 2024

Larkspur, CO - The West Chapter of the Colorado Professional Golfers' Association (COPGA) proudly announces the election of Steve VanDyke, PGA, as its newest President, alongside the appointment of esteemed At-Large Directors. PGA of America Golf Professional Steve VanDyke brings a wealth of experience and a profound dedication to the West Chapter PGA of America Golf Professionals and Associates, making him an ideal candidate to lead the West Chapter. With an almost 20-year career as a Class A PGA of America Golf Professional and a passion for the sport that shines through in every endeavor, VanDyke is poised to steer the Colorado PGA West Chapter toward a future marked by excellence. "It is an honor and a privilege to serve as President of the West Chapter PGA," said Steve VanDyke, PGA. "I am deeply committed to advancing the interests of our members, promoting the growth of golf at all levels, and fostering a vibrant and supportive community within the region. Together with my fellow directors and the entire West Chapter membership, I look forward to charting a course that ensures the continued success and vitality of the West Chapter PGA." Joining President VanDyke in this new chapter of leadership is a group of distinguished At-Large Directors whose expertise and vision will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the Colorado PGA West Chapter. These directors bring diverse perspectives, extensive industry knowledge, and a shared commitment to advancing the golf industry and enhancing the professional lives of PGA of America Golf Professionals. The newly appointed At-Large Directors are: Cody Hasten, PGA Head Professional at Haymaker Golf Course Jim Pratt, PGA General Manager at Aspen Glen Golf Club (beginning a new term) Continuing with their At-Large Director roles are: Loren Forney, PGA Member Trey Johnson, PGA Assistant Professional at Vail Golf Club Mark Matz, PGA Head Professional at Beaver Creek Golf Club Tim Tafoya, PGA Director of Golf at Tiarado Golf Course We would like to thank Luke Brosterhous, PGA, who served selflessly as West Chapter President before VanDyke. During his term, Luke was instrumental in raising the standards for education and the West Chapter Cup Matches. Luke will now slide into the Honorary President role on the Board. Their combined talents and dedication to the principles of the Colorado PGA will undoubtedly enrich the West Chapter's initiatives and programs, benefitting both members and the broader golfing community. "We are thrilled to welcome Steve VanDyke as our new West Chapter President and to introduce our esteemed At-Large Directors," said Cathy Matthews-Kane, PGA President of the Colorado PGA Section. "Under their leadership, we are confident that the West Chapter PGA will continue to thrive and uphold its legacy as a beacon of excellence for the members of the chapter. We are also excited to welcome Mr. VanDyke to the Section Board of Directors as West Chapter President." For media inquiries or further information, please contact: Steven Bartkowski CEO/Executive Director Colorado PGA Section PGA REACH Colorado Foundation 303.996.1593 sbartkowski@pgahq.com About the Colorado PGA West Chapter: The West Chapter of the Colorado PGA encompasses those Members and Associates that work west of the Continental Divide in the state of Colorado. The West Chapter is made up of approximately 100 Members and Associates with over 50 facilities being located in the Chapter. The West Chapter is governed by Officers elected by the Chapter Membership. The Core Purpose of the Chapter is to deliver the member programs and services of the Colorado PGA on the Western Slope. The West Chapter provides continuing education, pro-only, and pro-am tournaments.