We are incredibly proud to announce the full slate of 2026 Special Award recipients. These 15 individuals represent the gold standard of the New England PGA. Join us in celebrating these professionals for their tireless work in growing the game and serving their memberships.
A huge ...congratulations to Mike Bradshaw for being named the 2026 NEPGA Golf Professional of the Year! From his 20+ years at Kirkbrae CC to his national leadership with the PGA of America, Mike defines what it means to be a PGA Golf Professional.
Link in bio to the full announcements!
The full slate of award winners includes:
Golf Professional of the Year: Mike Bradshaw, PGA (Kirkbrae CC)
Assistant Professional: Fergus Keane, III (Boston GC)
Teacher of the Year: Darren Falk (Holly Ridge GC)
Patriot Award: Jason Howard (Kirkbrae CC)
Golf Executive: Max Doctoroff (NEPGA)
Player Development: Naomi Nesenoff (She’s My Golf Pro)
Youth Player Development: Brian Bickford (Maine State Golf)
Professional Development: David Jankowski (Golf Garage VT)
Bill Strausbaugh Award: Hal Jacobs (Wellesley CC)
Deacon Palmer Award: David Sibley (Posthumous)
George S. Wemyss Award: Fred Corcoran (Golf for All)
Merchandiser (Private): Jason Winslow (Eastward Ho!)
Merchandiser (Public): Keith Gagnon (Captains GC)
Merchandiser (Resort): Peter Doherty (Atkinson Resort)
Sales Representative: Dave Woods (FootJoy)