Chapter News Archive

7 Cedars Senior Washington Open

Gibbons Wins 2025 7 Cedars Senior Washington Open in Playoff Finish Rob Gibbons delivered a clutch performance at The Cedars at Dungeness, sinking a 15-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole to win the 2025 7 Cedars Senior Washington Open. He edged out seasoned competitors Jeff Coston and Mark Knowles to claim the title … Read more

Professional Spotlight: Daryl Matheny

Daryl Matheny – Gold Mountain Daryl has been the heart of Gold Mountain for years, leading by example in everything he does—whether managing operations or handling the small details like answering phones and keeping the facility looking sharp. He’s someone everyone trusts to get the job done, leading with hard work, humility, and a team-first … Read more

Professional Spotlight: Darren Black

Darren Black – Topgolf The Western Washington Chapter PGA proudly spotlights Darren Black, Director of Instruction at Topgolf. As the sole Topgolf facility in Washington, Darren’s role is truly one-of-a-kind within the Chapter. With around 200 employees on site, he serves as the facility’s face of golf—bridging entertainment with the game itself. Guests often visit … Read more

Professional Spotlight: Craig Welty

Craig Welty – Skagit Golf & Country Club  This week, the WWC PGA proudly spotlights Craig Welty, Director of Golf at Skagit Golf and Country Club. Craig has made a lasting impact on the golfing community, not only through his professional leadership but also through deep personal roots at the club. With a family legacy … Read more