Congratulations to our Executive Director Jon Guhl, who is celebrating his 30th year with the MAPGA today! 🎉🎉

He started on April 15, 1995, as the Assistant Director of Operations and started on the same day as our section’s previous Executive Director, Col. Dick Johns.

...Thanks for all that you do, Jon! 👏🏼

Josh Speight wins the Stroke Play Championship #1 right at home at @clubatviniterra ! 🏆

Josh shot 68 (-4) and beat Chris Abbott and Zach Swink on the first hole of the three man playoff to secure the victory. 👏🏼

Thank you to @clubatviniterra for hosting us, and thank you ...to our partners @tournament_solutions and @taylormadegolf for putting on this event!

Hello friends, and welcome to Masters Friday! 🌺

Did you know that 10 MAPGA Professionals have competed in the Masters??

Among those players, we’ve had an honorary starter and a Par 3 Contest Champion! (The par 3 curse was true for Lou…😪)

#mapga100 #golf #masters

Join us in celebrating our 15th president, Johnny Flattery, a true cornerstone of the Middle Atlantic PGA! Inducted into the MAPGA Hall of Fame in 2011, Johnny's dedication to the organization was unparalleled. He held PGA Card Number 5 and served the Section continuously as President, Vice ...President, or Secretary-Treasurer for an astounding 22 years, from 1939 to 1957. Notably, he served as MAPGA President from 1943 to 1946, guiding the organization through pivotal times.

From his early days as a caddy at age 7 in 1911 to becoming a head professional at just 18, Johnny Flattery's passion for golf and leadership within the MAPGA was evident throughout his career. He left an indelible mark on the region, hosting the MAPGA Match Play Championship at Green Spring Valley Hunt Club for two decades and shaping the future of golf in the Middle Atlantic. We honor his memory and contributions as we celebrate our centennial!

As part of our Centennial celebration, we want to shine a spotlight on George Diffenbaugh, our 12th President! George's incredible journey began as a caddie in 1917 and led him all the way to the MAPGA Presidency in 1937. He was a true pioneer, present at the formative meeting of the MAPGA in ...1925. Not only did he lead the organization through the challenging "Great Depression" era, but he also significantly boosted the Section Championship alongside Al Houghton, increasing its prestige and participation. Diffenbaugh's dedication to the MAPGA and his leadership during a critical period laid a strong foundation for our organization's growth.

Beyond his presidential role, George Diffenbaugh was a remarkable player and teacher. He won multiple tournaments, qualified for both the PGA Championship and the US Open, and even competed against nationally renowned figures in exhibitions. He spent 38 years as a professional at Kenwood Country Club and played a vital role in developing young amateur golfers, showing a deep commitment to the future of the sport. #mapga100

Today, we're honoring Wilfred Hiram “Wiffy” Cox, our 14th MAPGA president, as we celebrate our Centennial! Inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1990, Wiffy's contributions are immeasurable. Beyond his nine PGA Tour victories and impressive playing record, including leading the 1931 money... list, Wiffy served as our MAPGA President from 1941 to 1943, guiding us through challenging times. His leadership during this period was crucial to the strength and growth of our organization.

Wiffy Cox was not just a remarkable player but a dedicated leader and teacher with an engaging personality. He held the head PGA Professional position at Congressional Country Club for many years and even served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. His dedication to the MAPGA was recognized when he was named Professional of the Year in 1963. We remember Wiffy's legacy and his lasting impact on our section as we celebrate 100 years of the MAPGA.

In honor of our Centennial Celebration, we are (again!) saluting Ralph Beach, the 13th president of our section. He held the presidential reins twice, once in the 1930s and again in the 1940s, Ralph Beach's forty years of service and commitment to the MAPGA and the PGA of America place him ...among the most important figures in MAPGA history. Beach was instrumental in the MAPGA's initial organizational meeting in 1925 and served in various leadership roles, including Second Vice President, First Vice President, and President. Nationally, he contributed to the formation of the National Senior PGA group and served as its president in 1961 and 1962.

Noted for his beautiful swing and fine shotmaking, Ralph Beach was a strong competitor for four decades. He won the 1931 Maryland Open and the MAPGA Section Championship twice, in 1933 and 1949. His golfing credentials also include three consecutive MAPGA Senior Championships (1953-1955) and four consecutive MAPGA Senior Teacher’s Trophy titles (1954-1957). He was named MAPGA Professional of the Year in 1959, and for his stellar play and leadership, Beach was inducted into the MAPGA Hall of Fame in 1987.