Team of Hyten and Cliff Conquer Lakewood at Myran Craig Pro-Pro

Lakewood, Colo. – The Colorado PGA (COPGA) held the 2023 Strackaline Myran Craig Pro-Pro Championship Monday at Lakewood Country Club in Lakewood, Colorado. A big thank you is in order for Ben Honaman, PGA, Director of Golf, and Jeffery Corona, PGA, Head Professional for having Lakewood CC in wonderful condition for the event. Temperatures were comfortable in the low 70s and despite the layer of haze seen throughout much of Colorado currently, it was a perfect day for golf.

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The event had a slightly different system of scoring as a modified Stableford format was in place. 114 players and 57 teams competed over 36-holes playing Four-Ball Stroke Play in the morning followed by Foursomes Stroke Play in the afternoon. Players were assigned points based on the outcome of the hole, with an eagle or better earning 8 points, a birdie earning 4 points, a par earning 2 points, a bogey earning 1 point, and a double bogey or worse earning no points.

Throughout the day players attested to how good the course played, with pure greens and healthy fairways making it a great track for the event. However, one commonality from the professionals throughout the day was how thick the rough was playing. Almost resembling the difficulty out of the rough at Oak Hill for the 2023 PGA Championship, one team was able to overcome the challenging conditions of Lakewood Country Club. Scoring 41 points in the morning and 43 points in the afternoon for a total of 84, the team of Chris Hyten, PGA, Assistant Professional at Castle Pines Golf Club, and Graham Cliff, PGA, Director of Golf at Colorado Golf Club, played an impressive couple rounds claiming the Championship title.

Also playing two fine rounds of golf and finishing in a close second with a total score of 83 points was the team of Ben Honaman, PGA, Director of Golf at Lakewood Country Club, and Geoff Keffer, PGA, Assistant Professional at Lakewood Country Club. Finishing in solo third with a score of 82 points was the team of Tyler Parsloe, PGA, and Doug Wherry, PGA, both of Jake’s Academy. Clearly a tight race down the stretch to say the least.

The Strackaline Myran Craig Pro-Pro Championship also featured many of the Colorado PGA’s incredible partners who we cannot thank enough for supporting this event and so many more throughout the year. In attendance Monday were Masek Rocky Mountain Golf Cars, Wilson, UnderArmour, EvolveGolf, and Tagmarshal.

The Colorado PGA’s section event schedule will resume in one week as the section hosts Professionals and Club Officials alike as we head to TPC Colorado in Berthoud, Colorado on May 30th for the resurgent 2023 Pro-Official Championship.

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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.