Oregon Chapter PGA

11/01/2026

⛳ Golf Professional Spotlight: Chris Hensley, PGA Associate

We’re proud to highlight the outstanding golf professionals of the Oregon Chapter of the PNWPGA who make a difference in our industry and help grow the game.

This month, we’re featuring Chris Hensley, PGA Associate, Head Golf Professional at Bandon Trails at Bandon Dunes Golf Resort. Chris leads his team in creating memorable experiences and delivering exceptional service to every guest who visits the resort.

Join us in celebrating Chris and the many professionals who make our industry special!

10/21/2026

Willamette Valley Region Wins First-Ever OPGA Regional Cup

The 2026 OPGA Regional Cup wrapped up at Elk Ridge Golf Club with two days of outstanding golf, beautiful weather, and a historic finish. For the first time in the event’s nine-year history, the Willamette Valley Region captured the OPGA Regional Cup! The Willamette Valley Region secured the title with a dramatic sudden-death playoff victory over the Southern Oregon Region. With the competition tied, each team selected a captain to represent them on the 18th hole....

The 2026 OPGA Regional Cup wrapped up at Elk Ridge Golf Club with two days of outstanding golf, beautiful weather, and a historic finish. For the first time in the event’s nine-year history, the Wi…

10/16/2026

Thinking of our Bend Community 💙🤍

10/15/2026

⛳️ 🏆 Christian Harlow qualified for the National Drive, Chip & Putt Finals and is heading to Augusta! Dreams do come true! 💛💚

10/10/2026

🏆 Celebrating Our 2026 OPGA Annual Award Recipients!

The Oregon Chapter of the Pacific Northwest PGA is proud to recognize this year’s outstanding PGA Professionals for their exceptional achievements, leadership, and contributions to the game of golf and our OPGA community.

Nominated by their peers, these individuals represent our more than 450 PGA Professionals across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

👏 Congratulations to all our 2026 award recipients! Each recipient will now advance for consideration in the Pacific Northwest Section PGA Annual Awards.

Join us in celebrating their accomplishments and thanking them for the positive impact they make on our profession and the game we love!

10/06/2026

🏆 2026 OPGA Chapter Championship 🏆

What a great day at Tokatee Golf Club for the 2026 OPGA Chapter Championship!

Congratulations to all of our champions:

🏆 Chapter Champion

1 Craig Ronne | Emerald Valley Golf Course — 66–66 | -12
2 Casey King | Loophole Golf — 66–66 | -12
Craig captured the title after a 3-hole playoff!

👑 Senior Champion
1 Bob Rannow | Ocean Dunes Golf Links — 71–67 | -6
2 Birk Nelson | Orange Whip Golf & Fitness — 70–68 | -6

Bob won the title in a 1-hole playoff!

🏆 Assistant Champion
Nick Watts | Emerald Valley Golf Course — 70–69 | -5

🏆 Legends Champion
Chris Van der Velde | Tetherow Golf Club — 71 | -1

🔥 Two Hole-in-Ones! 🔥
👏 Scott Kreiger — #4
👏 Birk Nelson — #8

A huge THANK YOU to Kennedy Bodiford, PGA Head Golf Professional, and her entire team at Tokatee Golf Club for their incredible support and hospitality in hosting our championship.

We also extend our sincere appreciation to our Presenting Sponsor, Craig Pelzer and Pelzer Golf Supplies, and our Supporting Sponsors:

• Golf ScoreCards Inc.
• Pacific Golf & Turf
• Portland Gear
• mygolf Group Travel

And finally, thank you to everyone who played and helped make the 2026 OPGA Chapter Championship a great event!

⛳️ Congratulations to all of our champions!

10/02/2026

🤝 OPGA GIVES BACK
Golf Professionals. Golf Facilities. One Community.

This October & November, we’re collecting donations to support Blanchet House in Portland. ❤️

We’re asking our PGA Professionals, facilities and amateur players to help provide warmth and comfort this winter.

🧦 Socks | 🧤 Gloves | 🧢 Hats
🛏️ Blankets | 👖 Sweatpants | 🧥 Jackets | 🔥 Hand Warmers

📍 Look for us at OPGA events throughout October & November.

Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for giving back!

09/26/2026

Congratulations Eric! 👏🏻👏🏻

Congratulations to newly elected Member: Eric Gunderson, PGA of Bandon Dunes Golf Resort!
Oregon Chapter PGA
Bandon Dunes Golf Resort