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National Award Winners 2009 Award Winners
The PGA of America presents the following special awards to recognize the outstanding performances and superior achievements of PGA Professionals. Based on a PGA golf professional's entire career, emphasis is placed on the last five years of achievements. The awards are presented to recognize extraordinary accomplishments both on and off the course. For more information on nominating procedures, eligibility information and applications for the 2010 National Awards click here.
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PGA Golf Professional of the Year
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PGA First Lady of Golf
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Jack Barber, Indianapolis, Ind
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Donna Caponi-Byrnes, Orlando, Fla.
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Horton Smith Award
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President's Plaque
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Derek Hardy, San Clemente, Calif.
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Kyle Heyen, Evergreen, Colo.
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PGA Junior Golf Leader
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PGA Merchandisers of the Year
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Vikki Vanderpool, Murfreesboro, Tenn.
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Private Facilities
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Brian Morrison
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PGA Patriot Award
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Flossmoor, Ill.
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Andy Weissinger, Fort Eustis, Va.
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Public Facilities
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Herb Graffis Award
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Nevin Phillips
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Midwest PGA Section
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St. Thomas, Virgin Islands
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PGA Teacher of the Year
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Resort Facilities
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Mike Bender, Lake Mary, Fla.
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Caroline Basarab-Dennison
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Hilton Head Island, Ga.
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Bill Strausbaugh Award
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Dennis Satyshur, Timonium, Md.
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