Chapter News Archive

Senior Mixer – August 5th

We’re excited to announce the 2026 Western Washington PGA Senior Mixer, set for Wednesday, August 5th at Glen Acres Country Club! Designed for our retired and semi-retired PGA Professionals, this is a relaxed, social day built around camaraderie—9 holes of golf followed by a hosted lunch. No prizes, no competition—just a great opportunity to reconnect, … Read more

Chapter Spotlight: Jack Whealdon

Jack Whealdon, Tacoma C&GC – Jack is a vital part of the Tacoma Country & Golf Club operation, bringing both deep roots and a modern, player-focused approach to instruction. Having started in the bag room while playing collegiately at St. Martin’s University, Jack has grown alongside the club over the past decade, earning his PGA … Read more

Paul Cobleigh Celebration of Life

The Pacific Northwest PGA community recently lost a longtime friend with the passing of Paul Cobleigh on February 13, 2026, at the age of 64. Paul dedicated more than four decades to Suntides Golf Course in Yakima, where he served as Head Golf Professional and General Manager for over 42 years. Introduced to golf at … Read more

Professional Spotlight: Andy Brautigam

Andy Brautigam – Seattle Golf Club: Andy Brautigam has been an important part of the golf operation at Seattle Golf Club for the past five years, building strong relationships with both members and staff. After Nick Pollock departed to become Executive Director of the Western Washington Chapter PGA, Andy stepped into a larger role as … Read more