Team Schalk Win in Team Contest; Rohrbaugh Claims Professional Title in Fifth Corona Pro-Am

Westminster, Colo. – The Colorado PGA (COPGA) held its fifth Corona Premier Pro Am® Series event Monday at the Ranch Country Club in Westminster, Colorado. Typically the Corona Pro-Ams feature a COPGA Professional and any amateur; however, this event was a bit different as all amateurs were women. Monday’s event had perfect weather for golf, as sunny skies and minimal wind made it perfect for scoring conditions. The course was also in excellent condition thanks to the hard work of golf course superintendent Jeff Therrien, CGCS, Mark Avery, PGA, Director of Golf, and his entire golf staff. Per usual, the Pro-Ams have a morning shotgun, starting at 8:00 am, with the afternoon shotgun off at 1:30 pm.

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With those excellent course conditions along with a perfect day for weather, scoring was indeed low, and none lower than the afternoon team of Matt Schalk, PGA, General Manager at Colorado National Golf Club, his daughter Hailey Schalk, Lauren Gooding and Callie Jean Burns who finished 24-under-par for a total of 118 in the team contest. Team Schalk took home a three-shot victory over the morning team of Katie Milstead, PGA of PEAK Golf Academy, Rosanna Cover, Linda Sue Chenowith, and Erin Houtsma, who finished at 21-under-par. In solo third with a 17-under-par score was the team of Doug Rohrbaugh, PGA, of River Valley Ranch Golf Course, Allyson Schomers, Meredith Feik, and Renee Magalong.

Though coming in third in the team contest, Rohrbaugh found even more success in the Professional contest firing a 3-under-par 68, claiming the low professional title. Four birdies highlighted Rohrbaugh’s day, with his lone bogey at the par 4, 18th hole. Finishing 1-shot back of Rohrbaugh was runner-up Geoff Keffer, PGA, of Lakewood Country Club, who carded a 2-under-par 69 with five birdies and three bogeys. It was a tight leaderboard as solo third-place finisher Grant Jackson, PGA, of Saddle Rock Golf Course, finished one shot shy of Keffer, posting a 1-under-par 70.

As is the case every week, a hole is chosen as the Corona Premier® Hole of the Week. This week it was the 145-yard par-3 8th. The hole isn’t long, but players must carry a small pond and a bunker that guard the front of the green. The green is also very undulating, sloping significantly from back to front, allowing shots a little long to feed down to the front right hole location.

Without Corona Premier® as our Title Sponsor, these Pro-Ams would not be possible. Corona Premier is a new partner of the Colorado PGA in 2023 and continues to be a great supporter of the Section and the Professionals in Colorado, Wyoming, and South Dakota. Thank you to our partner BioSteel and their sports drinks that supply clean, healthy hydration to players throughout the day.

We would like to thank Mark Avery, PGA, and his golf staff again for having The Ranch Country Club in great shape for another great Pro-Am Series event. The Colorado PGA tournament schedule will resume June 26th for the sixth Corona Premier® Pro-Am Series event of the season at RainDance National Golf Club.

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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.