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# Metropolitan Golf Writers Association

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- [Dave Donelson, Helen Farrelly to Receive MGWA Dave Anderson Spotlight Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dave-donelson-helen-farrelly-to-receive-mgwa-dave-anderson-spotlight-award/) - Elmsford, NY (August 13, 2026) --- Dave Donelson and Helen Farrelly will each be honored with the Dave Anderson Spotlight Award at the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 73rd National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, October 6th at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, NJ. The Dave Anderson Spotlight Award, named in memory of former Pulitzer
- [Siwanoy Country Club Named MGWA Club of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/siwanoy-country-club-named-mgwa-club-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, NY (July 30, 2026) – Siwanoy Country Club has been named as the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2026 Club of the Year. The award will be presented at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, NJ, site of the LPGA Mizuho Americas
- [LaCava Family Named MGWA Family of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/lacava-family-named-mgwa-family-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, N.Y. (July 9, 2026) — Caddie Hall of Fame member Joe LaCava, his son, Joe IV and his daughter, Lauren, have been chosen as the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2026 Family of the Year. They will be celebrated at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, October 6th at Mountain Ridge Country Club
- [PGA Professional Ted Heins to be Honored with the MGWA's Mary Bea Porter Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/pga-professional-ted-heins-to-be-honored-with-the-mgwas-mary-bea-porter-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 17, 2026) --- PGA Class A Professional Ted Heins been chosen to receive the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Mary Bea Porter Award. He will be honored on Tuesday, October 6th at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, NJ. He joins previously announced honorees Judy
- [MGWA to Honor Damon Hack with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-damon-hack-with-the-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - ELMSFORD, N.Y. (May 14, 2026) Emmy award-winning golf reporter Damon Hack will receive the coveted MGWA Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award at its 73rd National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Tuesday, October 6th at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, NJ. Mr. Hack joins a distinguished lineup of 2026 MGWA honorees,
- [MGWA to Honor Mike Whan with the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-mike-whan-with-the-paul-dillon-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 29, 2026) – Former longtime LPGA Commissioner and current USGA CEO Mike Whan has been selected by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Board of Directors to receive the 2026 Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award. The award will be presented at its 73rd annual National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, October 6th at Mountain
- [Judy Rankin to Receive MGWA Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/judy-rankin-to-receive-mgwa-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 9, 2026) —LPGA and World Golf Hall of Fame member Judy Rankin will be recognized with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s highest honor -- the Gold Tee Award. The presentation will take place on Tuesday, October 6th at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner at Mountain Ridge Country Club in West Caldwell, NJ.
- [Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Donates Thousands to Local Charities](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/metropolitan-golf-writers-association-donates-thousands-to-local-charities/) - Elmsford, NY (January 7, 2026) --- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Board of Directors is delighted to announce donations of nearly $45,000 to a number of charitable golf-related organizations in the New York Metropolitan area. The donations were generated by the funds raised through the MGWA’s recent National Awards Dinner as well as additional MGWA
- [Stadler Family Named MGWA Family of The Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/stadler-family-named-mgwa-family-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, N.Y. (July 10, 2025) — The Stadler family – Craig and Kevin – has been chosen as the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2025 Family of the Year. They will be honored at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, October 7th at Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY, where they will join previously announced award winners
- [Gola, Executive Committee  Returns To MGWA For 2026](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/gola-executive-committee-returns-to-mgwa-for-2026/) - Elmsford, NY (January 6, 2026) -- Hank Gola, current president of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Board of Directors, will serve the second year of his term on the Board in 2026. “I am excitedly looking forward to 2026 as we build on the success of the initiatives our Board has put into place over
- [MGWA 63rd Annual Awards Dinner Overview](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-63rd-annual-awards-dinner-overview/) - Elmsford, NY (June 9, 2014) — Hall of Famers Fred Couples and Nancy Lopez will headline the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 63rd National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 23 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. In addition, John Feinstein, The Blackwelder Family, the New Jersey Section of the PGA, and Travelers will complete the list of the evening’s honorees. Couples, a 15-time
- [Nancy Lopez to Receive Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/nancy-lopez-to-receive-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (January 30, 2014) — Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez will receive the Winnie Palmer Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 63rd National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 23 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The Winnie Palmer Award acknowledges an individual who has consistently given their time, energy and
- [Fred Couples to Receive Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/fred-couples-to-receive-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (January 14, 2014) — Hall of Famer Fred Couples will receive one of golf’s most prestigious honors – the Gold Tee Award – from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 63rd National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 23 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The Gold Tee Award is the MGWA’s highest honor – awarded
- [Bruce Beck Re-Elected President of MGWA](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/bruce-beck-re-elected-president-of-mgwa-2/) - Elmsford, NY (October 9, 2015) —Bruce Beck, lead TV sports anchor of NBC-TV 4 New York, has been elected to a third one-year term as president of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post, Dave Donelson of Westchester Magazine and freelancer Bill Fields were elected Vice Presidents. Brian Crowell of the Met PGA was named
- [MGWA to Honor the Women's Met Golf Association and Glen Oaks Club](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-the-womens-met-golf-association-and-glen-oaks-club-2/) - Elmsford, NY (May 5, 2015) -- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association will honor the Women's Metropolitan Golf Association with the Distinguished Service Award and the Glen Oaks Club with the Club of the Year Award at the 64th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 9th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. The MGWA's Distinguished
- [MGWA to honor the Women’s Met Golf Association and Glen Oaks Club](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-the-womens-met-golf-association-and-glen-oaks-club/) - Elmsford, NY (May 5, 2015) — The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association will honor the Women’s Metropolitan Golf Association with the Distinguished Service Award and the Glen Oaks Club with the Club of the Year Award at the 64th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 9 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s
- [Morgan Pressel to Receive Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/morgan-pressel-to-receive-bing-crosby-tournament-sponsor-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 15, 2015) — LPGA standout Morgan Pressel will receive the Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 64th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 9th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. Pressel established the Morgan Pressel Foundation in 2008, and it has raised more
- [The Player Foundation to Receive Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/the-player-foundation-to-receive-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 26, 2015) — The Player Foundation and World Golf Hall of Famer Gary Player will receive the Winnie Palmer Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 64th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 9th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. Established by the Player family in 1983, The Player
- [Ron Sirak to Receive Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/ron-sirak-to-receive-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 2, 2015) — Award-winning golf writer and author Ron Sirak will receive the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 64th National Awards Dinner on June 9th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. One of golf’s most respected journalists, Sirak joins select company. Past Lincoln
- [Nick Price to Receive MGWA Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/nick-price-to-receive-mgwa-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (February 17, 2015) — World Golf Hall of Fame inductee Nick Price will receive one of golf’s most prestigious honors -- the Gold Tee Award -- from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 64th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 9 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, N.Y. Widely regarded as one of the nicest people in the game, Price joins select
- [The Bradley Family to Receive Family of the Year Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/the-bradley-family-to-receive-family-of-the-year-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 16, 2016) -- The family of PGA TOUR star Keegan Bradley will be honored by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association as Family of the Year at the 65th National Awards Dinner on Monday, July 25, 2016 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. The MGWA's Family of the Year Award honors a
- [Notah Begay III to be Honored with the Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/notah-begay-iii-to-be-honored-with-the-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (July 8, 2016) — Notah Begay III will be honored with the Winnie Palmer Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 65th National Awards Dinner on Monday, July 25, 2016, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s Winnie Palmer Award acknowledges an individual who consistently gives their time,
- [Jay Mottola to Receive MGWA Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/jay-mottola-to-receive-mgwa-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 6, 2016) – The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association will honor longtime Metropolitan Golf Association Executive Director Jay Mottola with its Distinguished Service Award at the 65th National Awards Dinner on Monday, July 25, 2016 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s Distinguished Service Award honors individuals as well as organizations
- [Tim Rosaforte to Receive Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/tim-rosaforte-to-receive-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - Elmsford, N.Y. (April 4, 2016) — Tim Rosaforte, one of golf’s most prolific writers and insiders, will receive the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 65th National Awards Dinner on Monday, July 25 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, N.Y. Past ‘Linc’ Werden Golf Journalism Award recipients include
- [Davis Love III to Receive Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/davis-love-iii-to-receive-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 1, 2016) — Davis Love III, one of the best players of his generation and widely respected for upholding the finest ideals of the sport throughout an illustrious career, will receive one of golf’s most important honors—the Gold Tee Award—from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 65th National Awards Dinner on Monday, July
- [Tom Watson to Receive Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/tom-watson-to-receive-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 6, 2017) — Tom Watson will be honored with the Winnie Palmer Award at the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 66th National Awards Dinner presented by Mastercard on Monday, June 26, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, N.Y. The MGWA’s Winnie Palmer Award acknowledges an individual who consistently gives their time, energy, and enthusiasm to
- [Mark O'Meara to Receive Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mark-omeara-to-receive-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 30, 2017) — Hall of Famer Mark O’Meara will receive one of golf’s most important honors—the Gold Tee Award—from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 66th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 26, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. “We are thrilled to honor Mark with our Gold Tee
- [Dave Donelson Elected MGWA President](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dave-donelson-elected-mgwa-president/) - Elmsford, NY (October 24, 2018) --- Dave Donelson, Executive Editor of Westchester Magazine Golf, has been elected to a two-year term as President of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post and Brian Crowell of Silo Ridge/CBS/Sirius XM were re-elected as Vice Presidents. Hank Gola of The Met Golfer, a veteran sportswriter formerly at the New
- [Hank Gola to Receive Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/hank-gola-to-receive-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 1, 2018) — Esteemed sportswriter Hank Gola will be presented with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 67th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 18, 2018, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. “We are absolutely thrilled to honor Hank Gola with the
- [Thomas Family Named MGWA Family of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/thomas-family-named-mgwa-family-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, NY (April 25, 2018) -- Justin Thomas, the world’s Number Two player and the leader in the 2018 FedExCup standings, won his first major – the 2017 PGA Championship – at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte, N.C. In just his third full season as a PGA TOUR professional, Thomas also captured the 2017 Fedex
- [Carol Semple Thompson to Receive DSA](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/carol-semple-thompson-to-receive-dsa/) - Elmsford, NY (May 10, 2018) – Legendary women’s amateur champion and Hall of Famer Carol Semple Thompson will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 67th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 18, 2018, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s Distinguished Service Award
- [Padraig Harrington to Receive Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/padraig-harrington-to-receive-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 29, 2018) — Three-time Major Championship winner Padraig Harrington will receive the Gold Tee Award – one of golf’s most prestigious honors—from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 67th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 18, 2018, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. “We are delighted to honor Padraig
- [Bruce Beck Re-Elected President of MGWA](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/bruce-beck-re-elected-president-of-mgwa/) - Elmsford, NY (April 2018) --- Bruce Beck, lead TV sports anchor of WNBC-TV Channel 4 New York, has been elected to a fifth one-year term as President of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post, Brian Crowell of Silo Ridge/CBS/Sirius XM and freelancer Bill Fields were elected Vice Presidents. Dave Donelson of Westchester Magazine was named
- [MGWA Donates $75,000 to Charities](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-donates-75000-to-charities/) - Elmsford, NY (October 15, 2019) --- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association donated $75,000 to several Metropolitan-area charitable organizations in 2019. Causes supported included caddie scholarships, internships, and various golf-related organizations. “We are pleased to support these important causes with their heavy emphasis on education and youth development,” said President Dave Donelson. “The MGWA recognizes their
- [Jim Furyk, PGA of America, ShopRite and Others to be Honored at MGWA National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/jim-furyk-pga-of-america-shoprite-and-others-to-be-honored-at-mgwa-national-awards-dinner/) - Elmsford, NY (May 8, 2019) – 17-time PGA TOUR champion Jim Furyk will headline the group of award winners at the MGWA’s 68th National Awards Dinner next Monday, May 13th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. Other luminaries scheduled to be honored are PGA HOPE, ShopRite, Larry Dorman, Kevin Purcell and the Tuxedo Club. The Gold Tee Award – the MGWA’s highest
- [Military Veterans to be Celebrated at MGWA National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/military-veterans-to-be-celebrated-at-mgwa-national-awards-dinner/) - Elmsford, NY (April 17, 2019) – Military Veterans will be front and center at the 68th Metropolitan Golf Writers National Awards Dinner, to be held on Monday, May 13th at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), the flagship military program of PGA REACH, will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award at the MGWA’s
- [MGWA to Present Dave Anderson Spotlight Awards](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-present-dave-anderson-spotlight-awards/) - Elmsford, NY (May 1, 2019)— Met PGA Foundation Director Kelli Clayton, Former MGA Director of Foundation Operations Jeanne McCooey, and former WGA Executive Director Bob Thomas will each be honored with the Dave Anderson Spotlight Award at the MGWA’s 68th National Awards Dinner on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York.
- [Tuxedo Club to Receive MGWA Club of the Year Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/tuxedo-club-to-receive-mgwa-club-of-the-year-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 10, 2019)—The Tuxedo Club of Tuxedo Park, NY has been selected to receive the prestigious Club of the Year Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at their 68th National Awards Dinner to be held on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. The Tuxedo Club joins a distinguished list
- [Larry Dorman to Receive Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/larry-dorman-to-receive-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 27, 2019) — Respected sportswriter Larry Dorman will be presented with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at the 68th National Awards Dinner on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. Dorman, a former New York Times sportswriter, has covered 98
- [Kevin Purcell to Receive MGWA's Mary Bea Porter Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/kevin-purcell-to-receive-mgwas-mary-bea-porter-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 13, 2019) --- Kevin Purcell, Executive Director of the NJ State Golf Association, has been named the recipient of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Mary Bea Porter Award. The presentation will be made on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the MGWA’s 68th National Awards Dinner at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY.
- [ShopRite to Receive MGWA's Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/shoprite-to-receive-mgwas-bing-crosby-tournament-sponsor-award/) - Elmsford, NY (February 27, 2019)— ShopRite will be presented with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s prestigious Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor award at its 68th National Awards Dinner on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor award is presented to an individual or organization that promotes and supports
- [Clone of PGA HOPE to Receive MGWA's 2019 Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/clone-of-pga-hope-to-receive-mgwas-2019-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (February 6, 2019) – PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), the flagship military program of PGA REACH, will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at its 68th National Awards Dinner on Monday, May 13, 2019, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s Distinguished
- [Jim Furyk to Receive MGWA's Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/jim-furyk-to-receive-mgwas-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (January 23, 2019) — 17-Time PGA TOUR Champion Jim Furyk will be honored with one of golf’s most prestigious awards —the Gold Tee – by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at its 68th National Awards Dinner on Monday, May 13, 2019 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. “We are
- [North Jersey Country Club is Named as MGWA Club of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/north-jersey-country-club-is-named-as-mgwa-club-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, NY (March 25, 2020)—North Jersey Country Club in Wayne, NJ has been selected to receive the prestigious Club of the Year Award from the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association. The award will be presented at their 69th National Awards Dinner to be held on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. North Jersey CC joins a distinguished
- [Ballo's to Receive MGWA's Family of the Year Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/ballos-to-receive-mgwas-family-of-the-year-award/) - Elmsford, N.Y. (March 13, 2020) — The Ballo family – Mike Sr., Page, Mike Jr. and Peter – will be honored by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association as Family of the Year at the 69th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 22, 2020, at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, N.Y. The MGWA’s Family of the Year Award
- [Dick's Sporting Goods to Receive MGWA Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dicks-sporting-goods-to-receive-mgwa-bing-crosby-tournament-sponsor-award/) - Elmsford, NY (February 26, 2020)— DICK’s Sporting Goods has been named as the winner of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s prestigious Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award. The award will be presented at the MGWA’s 69th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor award
- [Butch Harmon to Receive Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/butch-harmon-to-receive-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (February 12, 2020) —World-renowned golf instructor and New Rochelle native Butch Harmon will be honored with one of golf’s most prestigious awards —the Gold Tee – by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association. The award will be presented at its 69th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New
- [Renee Powell to Receive MGWA Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/renee-powell-to-receive-mgwa-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (January 30, 2020) – Renee Powell will be honored with the Distinguished Service Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at its 69th National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, New York. The MGWA’s Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals as well as organizations for their
- [Johnny Miller to Receive MGWA Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/johnny-miller-to-receive-mgwa-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - Elmsford, NY (January 15, 2020) -- Two-time Major champion, Hall of Fame former professional golfer, and longtime TV broadcaster Johnny Miller has been named the winner of the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association. The award will be presented at the 69th National Awards Dinner on Monday, June 22, 2020 at the Westchester Marriott
- [MGWA Cancels 2020 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-cancels-2020-national-awards-dinner/) - Elmsford, NY (April 2, 2020) – In response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the MGWA has cancelled its National Awards Dinner which had been scheduled for June 22, 2020. The event was to have taken place at the Westchester Marriott in Tarrytown, NY. The Dinner will be rescheduled for a date to be determined, most
- [Brian Crowell Elected MGWA President](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/brian-crowell-elected-mgwa-president/) - Elmsford, NY (October 20, 2020) --- Brian Crowell, well-known broadcaster and PGA professional, has been elected to a two-year term as President of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. Damon Hack of The Golf Channel has been elected as a new Vice President, joining returning VPs Mark Cannizzaro of the New
- [MGWA to Rename its Distinguished Service Award in Honor of Paul Dillon](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-rename-its-distinguished-service-award-in-honor-of-paul-dillon/) - Elmsford, NY (August 24, 2021) -- The Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association has unanimously voted to rename the organization’s Distinguished Service Award to honor the memory of Paul Dillon, who passed away on July 20th at the age of 85. This coveted award “honors individuals as well as organizations for their contributions
- [Bobby Collins, Betsy Wintenberger to Receive MGWA Dave Anderson Spotlight Awards](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/bobby-collins-betsy-wintenberger-to-receive-mgwa-dave-anderson-spotlight-awards/) - ELMSFORD, NY (September 30, 2021) --- Betsy Wintenberger, who most recently served as the Director of Bethpage State Park, and Bobby Collins, a former Winged Foot caddie who is retiring at the end of this season after 32 years as the Caddie Manager at Westchester Country Club, will be presented with Dave Anderson Spotlight Awards at the Metropolitan Golf
- [Brian Crowell Re-Elected MGWA President](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/brian-crowell-re-elected-mgwa-president/) - Elmsford, NY (November 19, 2021) --- Broadcaster and PGA professional Brian Crowell has been re-elected as President of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. Vice Presidents Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post, Hank Gola, veteran sportswriter formerly at the New York Daily News and Damon Hack of The Golf Channel have all been re-elected as Vice Presidents of the organization.
- [Lori Ann Cerullo and Patrick Donnelly Named to MGWA Executive Committee, Replace Retiring Fields, Mottola](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/lori-ann-cerullo-and-patrick-donnelly-named-to-mgwa-executive-committee-replace-retiring-fields-mottola/) - Elmsford, NY (December 21, 2021) --- WMGA President Lori Ann Cerullo and Patrick Donnelly, VP/General Counsel for Sirius XM Holdings and an MGA Executive Committee member, have been named to the Board of Directors of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association. They join MGWA President Brian Crowell, Vice Presidents Mark Cannizzaro, Hank Gola and Damon Hack, Treasurer Dave Donelson, and Executive Committee members Bruce Beck, Dan
- [Pete Kowalski to Receive MGWA Dave Anderson Spotlight Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/pete-kowalski-to-receive-mgwa-dave-anderson-spotlight-award/) - Elmsford, NY --- Pete Kowalski will be honored with the Dave Anderson Spotlight Award at the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21st at Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY. The award, given in recognition of “exemplary service by unique individuals in the golf community,” is named in memory of former NY Times Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist
- [Hempstead G&CC Named the MGWA's 2022 Club of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/hempstead-gcc-named-the-mgwas-2022-club-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, NY (May 24, 2022) – Hempstead Golf & Country Club will receive the 2022 Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Club of the Year Award at their 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The Dinner will be held in Rye, New York at Westchester Country Club, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2022. Previously
- [Pete Jordan to Receive MGWA's Mary Bea Porter Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/pete-jordan-to-receive-mgwas-mary-bea-porter-award/) - Elmsford, NY (May 10, 2022) --- Pete Jordan, longtime Caddie Manager at Knickerbocker Country Club in Tenafly, NJ, has been chosen to receive the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Mary Bea Porter Award. The honor will be given at the MGWA’s 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21st at Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY. Previously
- [Ann Liguori to Receive the MGWA's Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/ann-liguori-to-receive-the-mgwas-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 26, 2022) – Renowned Sports Radio and TV talk show host Ann Liguori will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Winnie Palmer Award at their 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The Dinner will be held in Rye, New York at Westchester Country Club, which is celebrating its
- [Mark Cannizzaro to Receive MGWA's Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mark-cannizzaro-to-receive-mgwas-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - ELMSFORD, N.Y. (April 12, 2022) Veteran New York sportswriter Mark Cannizzaro will be honored with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association at its 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. The Dinner will take place in Rye, N.Y. at Westchester Country Club, which will be celebrating its
- [Mike Davis to Receive MGWA's Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mike-davis-to-receive-mgwas-paul-dillon-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 29, 2022) – Former USGA CEO Mike Davis will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2022 Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award at its 70th annual National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Tuesday, June 21st at Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York. The MGWA’s Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals as well as
- [Dottie Pepper to Receive MGWA Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dottie-pepper-to-receive-mgwa-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (March 10, 2022) —17-time LPGA tournament winner and current golf broadcaster Dottie Pepper will be honored with one of golf’s most prestigious awards —the Gold Tee – by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association. The award will be presented at its 70th National Awards Dinner on Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at Westchester Country Club
- [MGWA Donates Over $60,000 to Charities](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-donates-over-60000-to-charities/) - Elmsford, NY (October 17, 2022) --- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association is pleased to announce that they have donated over $60,000 to several Metropolitan-area charitable organizations. These donations were made possible by the funds raised through the MGWA’s recent National Awards Dinner as well as from other MGWA activities. Caddie and journalism scholarships, internships, and
- [MGWA Re-Elects President, Executive Board](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-re-elects-president-executive-board/) - Elmsford, NY (December 5, 2022) --- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Board of Directors has been re-elected in its entirety for 2023. Noted broadcaster and PGA professional, Brian Crowell (pictured), will retain the title of President. Joining him on the Executive Committee will be Vice Presidents Mark Cannizzaro of the New York Post, Hank Gola, veteran sportswriter formerly at the New York Daily
- [Jan Stephenson to Receive the MGWA's Winnie Palmer Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/jan-stephenson-to-receive-the-mgwas-winnie-palmer-award/) - Elmsford, NY (August 9, 2023) – Three-time LPGA major championship winner Jan Stephenson will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Winnie Palmer Award at their 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11, 2023. The Dinner will be held in Briarcliff Manor, NY at the prestigious Sleepy Hollow Country Club, site of numerous golf
- [GlenArbor Golf Club Named MGWA Club of the Year](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/glenarbor-golf-club-named-mgwa-club-of-the-year/) - Elmsford, NY (July 26, 2023) – GlenArbor Golf Club will receive the 2023 Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Club of the Year Award at their 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11th. The Dinner will be held at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, NY, site of this year’s U.S. Mid-Amateur tournament. Larry Nelson (Gold Tee Award), Gil Hanse (Paul Dillon
- [MGWA to Honor Jimmy Roberts with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-jimmy-roberts-with-the-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - ELMSFORD, N.Y. (July 12, 2023) Jimmy Roberts – 14-time Emmy Award winner, famed broadcaster, interviewer, TV studio host and renowned feature reporter – has been chosen by the MGWA to receive the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award at its 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11th. The Dinner will be held at Sleepy Hollow Country Club, in
- [MGWA to Honor Gil Hanse with the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-gil-hanse-with-the-paul-dillon-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 29, 2023) – Renowned golf course architect Gil Hanse will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2023 Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award at its 71st annual National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Wednesday, October 11th at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, NY. Mr. Hanse joins a distinguished lineup of MGWA honorees, including
- [Larry Nelson to Receive the MGWA's Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/larry-nelson-to-receive-the-mgwas-gold-tee-award/) - Elmsford, NY (June 13, 2023) —Three-time Major winner and World Golf Hall of Famer Larry Nelson will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s premier recognition -- the Gold Tee Award. The presentation will take place at the MGWA’s 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11, 2023, at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, New
- [Julio Ugaz to be Honored with MGWA's Mary Bea Porter Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/julio-ugaz-to-be-honored-with-mgwas-mary-bea-porter-award/) - Elmsford, NY (May 24, 2024) --- Julio Ugaz, longtime member of the Tamarack Country Club kitchen staff, has been chosen to receive the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Mary Bea Porter Award. The honor will be given at the MGWA’s 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11th at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, New York.
- [Young Family to Recieve MGWA Family of the Year Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/young-family-to-recieve-mgwa-family-of-the-year-award/) - Elmsford, N.Y. (February 21, 2023) — The Young family – Cameron, David and Barbara – has been chosen as the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2023 Family of the Year. They will be honored at the MGWA’s 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11th at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, NY. The MGWA’s Family of
- [Chuck Stogel to be Honored with The MGWA's Dave Anderson Spotlight Award Primary tabs](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/chuck-stogel-to-be-honored-with-the-mgwas-dave-anderson-spotlight-award-primary-tabs/) - Elmsford, NY (August 23, 2023) --- Chuck Stogel will be honored with the Dave Anderson Spotlight Award at the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 71st National Awards Dinner on Wednesday, October 11th at Sleepy Hollow Country Club. Others who will be celebrated at the Dinner include Larry Nelson (Gold Tee Award), Gil Hanse (Paul Dillon Distinguished
- [MGWA Donates Over $60,000 to Local Charities](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-donates-over-60000-to-local-charities/) - Elmsford, NY (December 4, 2023) --- The Metropolitan Golf Writers Association is pleased to announce that they have donated over $60,000 to several charitable organizations in the Metropolitan area. These donations were made possible by the funds raised through the MGWA’s recent National Awards Dinner as well as from other MGWA activities. Caddie scholarships, internships,
- [European Ryder Cup Captain Luke Donald to Receive MGWA Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/european-ryder-cup-captain-luke-donald-to-receive-mgwa-gold-tee-award/) - For Immediate Release Elmsford, NY (July 8, 2024) — Former world No. 1 golfer, four-time European Ryder Cup player and two-time (including next year) European Ryder Cup captain Luke Donald will be honored with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s premier recognition -- the Gold Tee Award. The presentation will take place at the MGWA’s 72nd National
- [Hank Gola Elected MGWA President](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/hank-gola-elected-mgwa-president/) - For Immediate Release Elmsford, NY (January 7, 2025) ---Longtime golf journalist Hank Gola has been elected to a two-year term as President of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association by the MGWA Executive Committee. “It’s an honor to take the reins of the MGWA from Brian Crowell, who has steered the organization so capably over the last
- [Billy Payne to Receive MGWA's Gold Tee Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/billy-payne-to-receive-mgwas-gold-tee-award/) - For Immediate Release Elmsford, NY (March 27, 2025) — The former Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club, Billy Payne, will be recognized with the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s highest honor -- the Gold Tee Award. The presentation will take place at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner when it returns to Westchester Country Club in Rye,
- [Sean McManus to Receive MGWA's Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/sean-mcmanus-to-receive-mgwas-paul-dillon-distinguished-service-award/) - Elmsford, NY (April 24, 2025) – Former CBS Sports and CBS News chairman Sean McManus has been unanimously selected by the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Board of Directors to receive the 2025 Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award at its 73rd annual National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Tuesday, October 7th at Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY. Mr. McManus
- [Mizuho Americas to Receive MGWA Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mizuho-americas-to-receive-mgwa-bing-crosby-tournament-sponsor-award/) - Elmsford, NY (May 8, 2025) — Mizuho Americas, title sponsor of the Mizuho Americas Open LPGA tournament, has been named the recipient of the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s prestigious Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award. The presentation will take place at the MGWA’s 73rd National Awards Dinner when it returns to Westchester Country Club in Rye, NY on Tuesday,
- [MGWA to Honor Bill Pennington with the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-bill-pennington-with-the-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - ELMSFORD, N.Y. (May 29, 2025) Longtime New York Times sports writer Bill Pennington will receive the coveted MGWA Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award at its 73rd National Awards Dinner. The award will be presented on Tuesday, October 7th at Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York. Mr. Pennington joins a distinguished lineup of 2025 MGWA honorees,
- [MGWA to Honor Steve DiMeglio with Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mgwa-to-honor-steve-dimeglio-with-lincoln-werden-golf-journalism-award/) - For Immediate Release ELMSFORD, N.Y. (July 15, 2024) Veteran golf writer Steve DiMeglio has been chosen by the MGWA to receive the Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award at its 72nd National Awards Dinner on Monday, October 7th at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase, NY. Mr. DiMeglio joins a distinguished lineup of honorees, including recently announced
- [McCormick Family to Receive MGWA Family of the Year Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/mccormick-family-to-receive-mgwa-family-of-the-year-award/) - For Immediate Release Elmsford, N.Y. (July 22, 2024) — The McCormick family –Mark, Linda, Ryan and Mark James – has been chosen as the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s 2024 Family of the Year. They will be honored at the MGWA’s 72nd National Awards Dinner on Monday, October 7th at Brae Burn Country Club in Purchase,
- [Former MGWA Board Member Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/former-mgwa-board-member-honored-with-lifetime-achievement-award/) - FROM THE PGA Bill Fields named recipient of 2020 PGA Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. – Bill Fields, whose versatile storytelling talent was a staple of Golf World magazine for more than two decades, has been named the recipient of the 2020 PGA of America Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism. Fields,

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- [2026 Preakness Hills Country Club Outing Information Sheet](https://metgolfwriters.org/2026-preakness-hills-country-club-outing-information-sheet/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]New Preakness Hills Form is Posted. Click Here to Access it. ALL PLAYERS MUST RECONFIRM OR WITHDRAW FOR THE NEW SEPTEMBER 17th DATEBY COMPLETING THE NEW FORM A new Preakness Hills form
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- [2026 Siwanoy Country Club Outing Information Sheet](https://metgolfwriters.org/2026-siwanoy-country-club-outing-information-sheet/) - To: All Metropolitan Golf Writers Association members From: MGWA Activities Committee (C. Stogel, chair) Date: July 13, 2026 Re: Meeting of Tuesday, August 4th, 2026 at Siwanoy Country Club, 351 Pondfield Road, Bronxville, NY 10708. www.siwanoycc.com. Main #: 914-337-3840. Kevin McGuirk, GM, kmcguirk@siwanoycc.com. Brian Giordano, Director of Golf, bgiordano@pga.com. Golf shop: 914-337-8858. Steven McGlone, Course
- [2026 Echo Lake Country Club Outing Information Sheet](https://metgolfwriters.org/2026-echo-lake-country-club-outing-information-sheet/) - To: All Metropolitan Golf Writers Association members From: MGWA Activities Committee (Chuck Stogel, chairperson) Date: April 27, 2026 Re: Meeting of Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at Echo Lake Country Club, 515 Springfield Avenue, Westfield, NJ 07090. Phone: 908-232-4141; www.echolakecc.org. Raymond Ferrari, head golf pro, 908-232-4288, raymond.ferrari@echolakecc.org. Greg Colombo, GM/COO, ext. 226, greg.colombo@echolakecc.org. 8:00 – 9:15 am: Bag drop, Locker Room, Coffee/Tea service 8:45 –
- [2026 Montammy Golf Club Outing Information Sheet](https://metgolfwriters.org/2026-montammy-golf-club-outing-information-sheet/) - To: All Metropolitan Golf Writers Association Members From: MGWA Activities Committee(D. Berger, D. Donelson, E. Berger, H. Gola, T. Salva, C. Stogel, J. Thur, M. Ward) Re: Meeting of Monday, July 13, 2026 at Montammy Golf Club, Route 9W, Alpine, NJ 07620, Main: 201-768-9000; Golf: 201-768-9000 x166. Website: www.montammy.com. Jason Fiore, Director of Golf, jasonf@montammy.com.
- [Quill & Tee Golf Club Tournament Records](https://metgolfwriters.org/quill-tee-golf-club/quill-tee-golf-club-tournament-records/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” module_class=”greentabletwo” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Club Championship” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|700|||||||” header_2_text_color=”#333333″ custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]Club Championship[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Year Course Division Player Name Score 2002 Tall Grass RJ Cerame 78 Joe Ruggiero
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- [Executive Committee](https://metgolfwriters.org/about/executive-committee/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Judson|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”36px” text_line_height=”1.2em” text_orientation=”center” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]2026 Officers[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_4,1_4,1_4,1_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blurb title=”Hank Gola” image=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Hank-Gola-resized-1.jpg” alt=”Hank Gola” content_max_width=”100%” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” header_font=”Judson|700|||||||”
- [Apply for Membership](https://metgolfwriters.org/apply/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ next_background_color=”#ffffff” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/golf-ball-with-glasses-wide-cropped.webp” background_position=”bottom_center” custom_padding=”130px||130px||true|false” bottom_divider_style=”curve” bottom_divider_height_tablet=”50px” bottom_divider_height_phone=”30px” bottom_divider_height_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”46px” title_line_height=”1.2em” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”36px” title_font_size_phone=”36px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|tablet” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_post_title][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false”
- [Membership Renewal](https://metgolfwriters.org/membership-renewal/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” border_width_bottom=”1px” border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Judson|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”36px” text_line_height=”1.2em” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Membership Renewal[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.6em” text_orientation=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Membership Renewal for each new calendar year begins on January 2nd.Current members will receive an email when renewal is open.If you
- [National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/national-awards-dinner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Pre-dinner-copy.webp” background_position=”bottom_center” background_enable_video_mp4=”off” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.56) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.34) 100%” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”90px|5%|90px|5%|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”120px|5%|120px|5%|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”100px|5%|100px|5%|true|true” border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”46px” title_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” title_font_size_tablet=”36px” title_font_size_phone=”30px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_post_title][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” text_font_size=”18px” text_line_height=”1.6em”
- [Pinehurst Tournament](https://metgolfwriters.org/meetings-and-outings/pinehurst-tournament/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” module_class=”greentabletwo” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Year Course Team Score (Gross – Hcp = Net) 2021 Nassau CC Joe Ruggiero / Jozef Thur 76 – 11 = 65 Eric Berger / Lokesh
- [MGWA Team Shootout](https://metgolfwriters.org/meetings-and-outings/mgwa-team-shootout/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” module_class=”greentabletwo” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″] Year Course Team Name Players 1986 The Golf Club David Earl, Brian McCallen, Mike Johnson, Marshall Lewis 1987 Golf Digest
- [Member Home](https://metgolfwriters.org/member-home/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code module_class=”mdp-dir-notice-module” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_code][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Judson|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”36px” text_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Welcome, [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Inter||||||||” text_text_color=”#666666″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.6em” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]This is your home base for details about exclusive MGWA events: You can view our tournament schedule, sign up to
- [Member Roster](https://metgolfwriters.org/member-roster/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Judson|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”36px” text_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]Member Roster[/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Inter||||||||” text_text_color=”#666666″ text_font_size=”16px” text_line_height=”1.6em” link_font=”||||on||||” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”]You can make changes anytime from your Member Homepage.Edit your directory info[/et_pb_text][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_code module_class=”memberrostertable”
- [Past Dinners](https://metgolfwriters.org/national-awards-dinner/past-dinners/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ theme_builder_area=”post_content” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” module_class=”pastdinners”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″ theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_blog _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” post_type=”dinners” posts_number=”100″ use_manual_excerpt=”off” show_thumbnail=”off” show_author=”off” show_date=”off” show_categories=”off” show_excerpt=”off” show_pagination=”off” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″][/et_pb_blog][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [Change Password](https://metgolfwriters.org/change-password/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”Judson|700|||||||” text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”36px” text_line_height=”1.2em” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]Change Password[/et_pb_text][et_pb_code _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]You must be logged in to change your password.[/et_pb_code][/et_pb_column][/et_pb_row][/et_pb_section]
- [The MGWA Podcast](https://metgolfwriters.org/podcast/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/podcast-wide.webp” background_position=”bottom_center” background_enable_video_mp4=”off” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_direction=”90deg” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.56) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.34) 100%” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”120px|5%|120px|5%|true|true” custom_padding_tablet=”120px|5%|120px|5%|true|true” custom_padding_phone=”80px|5%|80px|5%|true|true” border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/podcast.svg” alt=”podcast” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” max_width=”70px” max_width_tablet=”70px” max_width_phone=”50px” max_width_last_edited=”on|phone” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][/et_pb_image][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF”
- [C.A. "Tony" Wimpfheimer](https://metgolfwriters.org/about/c-a-tony-wimpfheimer/) - C.A. “Tony” Wimpfheimer 1928 - 2020 It was with deep sadness that the MGWA announced the passing of past President and longtime member C.A. “Tony” Wimpfheimer. Tony passed away at the age of 92 on August 10, 2020 in Jupiter, Florida. Tony served on the Metropolitan Golf Writers Association’s Executive Committee for over 30 years and
- [Howie Munck](https://metgolfwriters.org/about/howie-munck/) - Howie Munck 1937 - 2024 January 30, 2024 -- Hans Howard Melvin “Howie” Munck, a resident of Airmont, NY, in Rockland County and a member of the Met Golf Writers for more than 40 years, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 26, 2024. He was 86. Howie was regarded as a kind, helpful, consummate gentleman,
- [Paul Dillon](https://metgolfwriters.org/about/paul-dillon/) - Paul Dillon 1934 - 2021 We were saddened to report the passing of Paul R. Dillon on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at the age of 86. Paul was the recipient of the 2003 MGWA Distinguished Service Award, and was a talented artist who painted the portraits of numerous MGWA Gold Tee Award winners as well
- [Timeline](https://metgolfwriters.org/timeline/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ module_class=”timelinebackground” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f7f8fa” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 0%|rgba(0,0,0,0.48) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https://metgolfwriters.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/golf-ball-with-glasses-wide-cropped.webp” custom_padding=”130px||130px||true|false” bottom_divider_color=”#f7f8fa” bottom_divider_height_tablet=”50px” bottom_divider_height_phone=”30px” bottom_divider_height_last_edited=”on|tablet” hover_enabled=”0″ custom_css_main_element=”background-attachment: fixed !important;||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_padding_phone=”80px||80px||true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”130px||130px||true|false”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” width=”90%” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” border_color_top=”#e7e7e7″ border_color_bottom=”#e7e7e7″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_post_title meta=”off” featured_image=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” title_font=”|700|||||||” title_text_align=”center” title_text_color=”#FFFFFF” title_font_size=”46px” title_line_height=”1.2em” text_orientation=”center” custom_margin=”||10px||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ title_font_size_tablet=”36px” title_font_size_phone=”30px” title_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone”
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- [MGWA Meeting/Outing Cancellation Policy](https://metgolfwriters.org/meetings-and-outings/mgwa-meeting-outing-cancellation-policy/) - The Activities Committee is continually concerned with problems of no-shows and late shows. They cause hardships to our committee, our membership and our host clubs. This is a review of some of our meeting policies and procedures. With a membership exceeding 200, we often cannot accommodate everyone who wants to attend. We encourage full attendance,
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- [March 2022 Newsletter](https://metgolfwriters.org/newsletter/march-2022-newsletter/) - SEND IN YOUR NEWS AND NOTES: All members of the MGWA, with items for our newsletter, are urged to e-mail them to Chuck Stogel (chstogel@aol.com). MEMBERSHIP RENEWALS STILL OPEN Signups for those who have yet to renew their MGWA membership for 2022 are continuing, with renewals handled online via our website (metgolfwriters.org). To access the renewal form, you
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## Past Dinners

- [2018 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2018-national-awards-dinner/) - 2018 Honorees: Padraig Harrington, Gold Tee Award Carol Semple Thompson, Distinguished Service Award Hank Gola, Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award Justin, Mike & Jani Thomas, Family of the Year Award Fresh Meadow Country Club, Club of the Year Award Morgan Hoffmann, Mary Bea Porter Award Joe Barreiro, Craig Thomas, Spotlight Awards 2018 Silent Auction Winner
- [2021 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2021-national-awards-dinner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]Our National Awards Dinner was held at historic Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck, NY on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. Cocktails 6:00 pm, Dinner at
- [2019 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2019-national-awards-dinner/) - 2019 Honorees: Jim Furyk, Gold Tee Award PGA Hope, Distinguished Service Award Larry Dorman, Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award The Tuxedo Club, Club of the Year Award Kevin Purcell, Mary Bea Porter Award ShopRite, Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award Kelli Clayton, Jeanne McCooey, Bob Thomas, Spotlight Awards 2019 SILENT AUCTION Pre-event bidding ends Friday, May
- [2023 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2023-national-awards-dinner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]The 2023 MGWA National Awards Dinner was held on Wednesday, October 11th at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Briarcliff Manor, NY. It was an unforgettable evening where we honoredGold Tee Award
- [2022 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2022-national-awards-dinner/) - [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.5″ custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ sticky_enabled=”0″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.5″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content” sticky_enabled=”0″]The 2022 MGWA National Awards Dinner was held at Westchester Country Club inHarrison, NY on Tuesday, June 21st. This year we honored:Dottie Pepper
- [2024 National Awards Dinner](https://metgolfwriters.org/press-releases/dinners/2024-national-awards-dinner/) - EUROPEAN RYDER CUP CAPTAIN LUKE DONALD RECEIVED THE 2024 MGWA GOLD TEE AWARD! Others honored on this unforgettable night were: Seth Waugh (Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award) Steve DiMeglio (Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award) Vincenzo Rallo/Mark Kalwa (Mary Bea Porter Award) Mark, Linda, Ryan & Mark James McCormick (Family of the Year Award) Arcola Country

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