She was the proud mother of a daughter who became known as the queen of women’s amateur golf in the United States. And when she wasn’t following and reveling in the exploits of that daughter, Carol Semple Thompson, Phyllis Semple made quite a name for herself on golf...
Young Steve Wheatcroft was not the kind of golfer who was born with a 9-iron in his hands, practiced for hours daily as soon as he was able to stand and tasted victory in that sport before he knew the difference between a fade and a draw. “I liked all the sports...
Neal Shipley is an unabashed free spirit. If you didn’t know him and were looking for clues to that, start with his hair. The long locks he wears are definitely those of a guy who marches to his own drummer. Another clue can be found in how he attacks the game of...
Located in Churchill, the Edgewood Country Club is one of the oldest and most recognized clubs in Western Pennsylvania. Celebrating 125 years of existence, Edgewood is the host site for the 120th WPGA Open Championship taking place from June 19-21, 2023. The par-70,...
Western Pennsylvania Golf Association Hall of Fame Inductee Jim Ferree passed away March 14th, 2023. Jim is survived by his wife, Karen. Ferree grew up in North Carolina and attended the University of North Carolina where he was a member of the golf program. In 1991,...
Golfers with a Handicap Index® may begin posting their scores for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 1st. If your Handicap Index® has expired, you are looking to obtain one, or you would like to become a member of the WPGA, please click on the Join/Renew to...
