Hall of Fame

2026 NFPGA Hall of Fame Nominations

The NFPGA Hall of Fame was started in 1991 to honor outstanding North Florida PGA Members who have impacted the game and business within the North Florida PGA.  This elite group of PGA of America Professionals includes leaders, players, coaches, and promoters of the game.  In 2024 the Hall of Fame welcomed Todd Bork and Walter Smith.

Nominations are open until March 6 at 11:59 pm.  Nominations can be made by any North Florida PGA Member.  To nominate a fellow Member, complete the online nomination form.  Please note that all nomination materials must be uploaded via the form and be in .pdf format.  If you have questions, please contact Executive Director Andrew Yeast at ayeast@pgahq.com

“Honoring our Members is one of the most important things we do as PGA Members.”
Kevin Paschall, PGA
NFPGA Past President and 22 HOF Inductee

Nomination Guidelines:

1. Nomination must be made by an NFPGA Member in good standing
2. Nominee must be a PGA Member in good standing or in good standing at time of death
3. Nominee’s age and years as a PGA Member must be equal to or greater than 75
4. Nominee should have contributed to the golf industry in one or more of the following areas: 

• Significant playing achievements 
• Contribution as a Section/National leader for more than 10 years
• Contribution as a promoter of the game 
• Contribution to coaching and teaching

Supporting Materials

Required

1. Biography of the nominee
2. Typed nomination letter from an NFPGA Member
3. Two typed letters of support (PGA Member or Amateur)

Optional Materials, but Recommended

• Newspaper/Online articles
• Photographs

Online Nomination Form

Since its inception in 1991, the North Florida PGA has inducted outstanding PGA Members with significant contributions to the game of golf. The North Florida PGA Hall of Fame is comprised of Members who emulate the principles of golf, have passionately devoted their lives to advancing the sport and have successfully established their legacy through notable achievements.