Eric Lippert, Head Golf Professional at Pebble Beach Golf Links, has been selected 2019 Northern California PGA Golf Professional of the Year, the organization’s most prestigious honor.
The award honors an individual whose total contributions to the game best exemplify the complete PGA Professional.
Since he became a PGA class A member in 2007, Lippert has built his career based on four important principles—teaching and playing ability; community service and volunteerism; integrity and mentoring.
Lippert has built a strong reputation as a leader in the game and business of golf.
During his career, he has served the NCPGA Section as a member of the board of directors and is currently Secretary of the Board. He is also a member of the education committee and is liaison to the 2020 PGA Championship.
Additionally, he has held several officer positions at the chapter level. Lippert is well known for inspiring his fellow golf professionals through his passion to deliver excellence, including guests and employees alike.
“The NCPGA is extremely proud to recognize our 2019 Award Winners, which include an accomplished list of PGA Professionals whose is dedication to the game is unmatched, as well as several industry executives who have been catalysts for the business of golf in Northern California,” said Len Dumas, Executive Director of the Northern California PGA. “These individuals represent the best of their profession. We thank them for their service and commitment to golfers and golf facilities across the region.”
Other award-winners include:
Ross Kroeker of Pebble Beach Golf Academy, Teacher of the Year; Shawn Kelly of Ridge Golf Course in Auburn, Player Development Award; Justin Russo of Bayonet Blackhorse Golf Courses in Seaside, Youth Player Development Award; Donn Achen of Del Monte Golf Course in Monterey, Assistant Associate of the Year; Tom Morton of Morton Golf/Haggin Oaks in Sacramento, Horton Smith Award; Tom Morton of Morton Golf/Haggin Oaks in Sacramento, Bill Strausbaugh Award; Robert Lee Smith of Granite Bay Golf Club in Granite Bay, Patriot Award; Scott de Borba of Valley Hi Country Club in Elk Grove, Player of the Year; Rodney Wilson of Sunnyvale Golf Course, Senior Player of the Year; Scott Hoyt of Pasatiempo Golf Club in Santa Cruz, Super Senior Player of the Year; John O’Leary of La Rinconada Country Club in Los Gatos, Assistant-Associate Player of the Year; Travis Alley of Tahoe Mountain Club in Truckee, Merchandiser of the Year—Resort; Mike Dowd of Oakdale Golf and Country Club in Oakdale, Merchandiser of the Year—Private; Derek Zachman of Timber Creek Golf Course in Roseville, Merchandiser of the Year—Public; Tom Rezendes of NorCal Golf Academy in Walnut Creek, Club Fitter of the Year; Doug Heinrichs of Montreux Golf Club in Reno, Nev., Golf Course Superintendent of the Year Award; Mark Attebery of Carmichael, Sales Representative of the Year Award; Dave Marzetti of Shagbag Golf Show in Monterey, Sports Media Person of the Year.
For a complete rundown on the award winners, visit https://thegolfwire.com/pga-section-award-winners
