Major Chris Cordova Heads to Congressional Country Club for National Golf and Wellness Week

PGA REACH Colorado Sends Major Chris Cordova (US Army) to Congressional Country Club for PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) National Golf and Wellness Week

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PGA REACH Colorado, the 501c3 charitable arm of the Colorado PGA, is honored to send Major Chris Cordova, Army, to Congressional Country Club in Maryland for the 2022 PGA HOPE National Golf and Wellness Week. Major Cordova is one of only 20 veterans across the country who have been nominated by their PGA Professional Coach to attend this special week.

MAJ (R) ChrisCordova joined the Army out of Mechanicsville, MD in 1996 as a Medical Specialist (MOS 91B). His enlisted career spanned 10 years, and culminated in the rank of Sergeant First Class. His leadership was recognized by induction into the Sergeant Audie Murphy Club.
His military awards and decorations include: Silver Star, Legion of Merit, Bronze Star with 3 OLC (Oak Leaf Clusters), Meritorious Service Medal with 4 OLC, 2010 Surgeon General PA Recognition Award, 2016 AAPA Veteran Caucus Military PA of the Year, induction into the Order of Military Medical Merit and a litany of additional awards, badges and decorations.

Upon his return from Congressional Country Club Major Cordova will officially become the PGA HOPE Ambassador for the Colorado PGA Section. Chris will work hand in hand with Colorado PGA Professionals and Section Staff to promote and grow PGA HOPE across the Section. On a local level, PGA HOPE Colorado serves 200-300 veterans annually through a developmental, six-to-eight-week program taught by PGA Professionals that is completely free to veterans who are enrolled in the VA. Nationwide there are over 215 PGA HOPE Chappers that positively impact over 7,500 veterans annually.

In addition to some of the top PGA Professional Instructors, health and wellness trainers, and 1991 US Ryder Cup Captain Dave Stockton, Cordova will be joined locally by Colorado PGA Professional Visanu Tongwarin and COPGA HOPE Lead Justin Limon, PGA. Visanu plans to bring PGA HOPE to his club of employment in 2023 to become the 8th PGA HOPE Colorado Chapter helping to continue to serve the needs of the growing program.

To learn more about the PGA HOPE National Golf and Wellness Week, CLICK HERE.

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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.

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