At just 7 years old, Audriana Cannizzaro is already making waves in the junior golf world. Having picked up a golf club as soon as she could walk, she joined our chapter in 2023 and is a joy to have in our programs.
This summer, Audriana participated in her very first Drive, Chip & Putt qualifier at The Nest. She earned 2nd place in putting, 1st place in chipping, and 1st place overall, securing her spot in the upcoming sub-regional qualifier.
Over the summer, we partnered with Clewiston Parks and Rec to bring golf to all their students over eight weeks of camp. Coaches Nyla and Zack traveled to Clewiston every Friday to meet with Coach Brannan, teaching and playing golf games with the kids. Some of the kids had never played golf. By the end of the summer, the kids with experience were excited to help the others who had never played, and everyone looked forward to Friday Golf Class. In the final week, everyone gathered for a big putting challenge and enjoyed ice cream and popsicles after the competition.
This summer, we partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Belle Glade to bring golf to nine different clubs in the Glades area. The young people were introduced to the game of golf by Coaches Wayne Monroe, Devin Shaw, and Roy Collins. Our coaches spent the summer working with the students on their golf skills and mentoring them on how golf can be an integral part of their lives.
This year, we were excited to add the Belle Glade Teen Center, and the Wellington Club joined us. These two clubs focused on putting in their classes to prepare them for a field trip to PopStroke of Palm Beach, where everyone had a memorable time playing the course with our coaches.
“Belle Glade and its surrounding communities are the most underserved areas in Palm Beach County,” said Chapter President Joe Gorman. “We have served the children and teens in the Glades for over 10 years. As we impact all of Palm Beach County, the Glades is a big focus of our community outreach programs.”
Congrats to our newest Chapter Trustee, Mark Lewis, for winning the Club Championship this summer at Maroon Creek Club in Aspen, Colorado. Mark supports our chapter through the Jonathan D + Mark C. Lewis Foundation. The Lewis Foundation mission is to empower the next generation, encourage the change-makers and transform young dreamers into fearless doers.
One of our favorite nights of the year is our annual college scholarship party held at PGA Tour Superstore. This year we broke a new record awarding over $108,000 to alumni from our Palm Beach, Treasure Coast and Broward Chapters. Fifteen alumni from the Palm Beach Chapter received scholarships this year.
Isabella Cecere, Delaware
Jayda Dookie, Michigan State
Angelina Guertin, Palm Beach State
Tanmay Mahani, Florida
Abner McWilliams, Keiser
Billy Reid, Palm Beach Atlantic
Sydney Rogers, Florida
Nathan Vertez, Florida
Annika Collado, Florida Golf Coast
Jacie Goodman, Michigan
Marcus Irene, Sheridan Technical
Elise Mucklow, US Merchant Marine
Daniela Perez, Florida Atlantic
Morgan Rodriquez, Delaware State
Jessica Stark, Pam Beach Atlantic
Chapter alumni Nashawn Tyson captured his first Palm Beach Golf Association County Amateur title carding a stellar 12-under-par total of 201 with all three rounds under par (67-66-68) at The Park West Palm. Chapter student Wylie Inman, a senior at Dwyer High and USF commit, posted 7-under par for a 6th place finish to edge chapter alumni Tyler Mistretta and chapter supporter Hampton Beebe by one shot.
The Links at Boynton Beach hosted seven of our FORE Freedom golfers to play nine holes on their Challenge course. Patricia Cepeda-Russel (Army) shot the lowest score of 37. She won one-hour of free bay time donated by Drive Shack/Puttery. The winning foursome received a sleeve of Wilson golf balls as a prize. Thank you, Bo Preston, for providing this opportunity to play for our nation’s heroes!
A tradition spanning nearly four decades, the Parent-Child has extended its reach over time, and we now gladly invite golfers (men, women, boys and girls) of all ages. Parents and Grandparents are eligible to play with their children and grandchildren in one of the multiple age divisions.
On Saturday, September 27th, the 37th Annual Palm Beach Parent-Child Classic will take place on The Nest Par 3 Course at Sandhill Crane Golf Club. The limited field of 36 teams will be comprised of a mix of Amateurs and Professionals of all ages.
To sign up, please visit the PBGA website.
Help us support the thousands of children and veterans we serve each year. Our Pebble Beach Raffle features a chance to win a trip to play Pebble Beach! For every $100 donated, you will be entered to win a 3-night stay at the Lodge at Pebble Beach (includes two Garden View rooms) and a foursome to play one round at Pebble Beach Golf Links and Spyglass Hill Golf Course. The prize package also includes $1,500 towards airfare, trip expenses, etc.
Certain restrictions apply. Drawing to be held March 3, 2026. Please scan the QR code or visit pebbleraffle.com to donate and for more information.
Zicka Homes is a long-term generous supporter and is recognized as a Core Value Sponsor of our Chapter. For more than five decades, the Zicka family has built some of the most breathtaking custom homes in Cincinnati. Founded in 1967 by Mike Zicka, Zicka Homes has grown to be recognized as the area’s most elite custom builder, garnering recognition as Builder of the Year multiple times. Today, Mike’s children, Julie, Patrick, and Katie, oversee the company with the same attention to detail and respect as their father.
