Proponent Group

09/18/2026

Happy 100th Birthday to Bob Toski today!

A pioneer who has opened doors for all who followed in the coaching profession. When I was in junior high school he was on TV every week dispensing tips during the PGA Tour telecasts. He was he first coach I ever saw who had a national platform.

Congrats!

-Lorin Anderson

Former PGA Tour money leader and renowned instructor Bob Toski celebrates his 100th birthday in Boca Raton.

09/13/2026

Congrats to four amazing coaches, all of whom have been Proponent Group members at some point in their careers, for being inducted into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame.

We miss you Dana.

The 2026 World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame inductees include Todd Anderson, Martin Hall, Ted Sheftic and the late Dana Rader.

09/10/2026

GOLF Magazine Announces the 2026 Inductees for the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame
September 9, 2026

This year’s class joins a select group; Inductees will be honored in conjunction with GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers Retreat, held near San Diego, CA in November
NEW YORK, NY – GOLF Magazine announced its newest inductees into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame. The 2026 class includes esteemed instructors Todd Anderson, Martin Hall (shown below), Ted Sheftic and the late Dana Rader.

The ceremony is part of the 2026 Top 100 Teachers Retreat, which will take place from November 1-4 at the Omni La Costa Resort & Spa just North of San Diego, California. The retreat will serve as a premier instruction and education event hosted by GOLF Magazine/GOLF.com and will be attended by the Top 100 Teachers in golf.

The World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame was established by GOLF Magazine in 1999 and has inducted 22 legends since. It remains the only Hall of Fame solely dedicated to golf instruction. Past inductees include, among others, Jim Flick, Jack Grout, Claude and Butch Harmon, David Leadbetter, Manuel de la Torre, Paul Runyan, Bob Toski, Peggy Kirk Bell, Dave Pelz, Harvey Penick, Jim McClean and Mike Adams.

08/25/2026

Member coach Harrison Joyner has taken on the role of Director of Instruction at GOATED Clubhouse in Bonita Springs, Florida. This is the company's first move into the coaching space. GOATED already has a membership program that includes various events, an apparel line and an equipment line that includes irons, wedges and putters. Congrats!

08/11/2026

Member coach Luke Reilly is the new Director of Instruction at The Country Club of Jackson in Jackson, Mississippi. Congrats to Luke on the new position at one of the nicest clubs in the South!

08/11/2026

It doesn't get any better than having the women of Vision54 presenting to our member coaches. While we will be doing a deep dive into how AI is changing the game for golf coaches, we're also deeply committed to making sure our coaches are leveraging their human skills too, to keep their students improving and engaged.

Member coaches can sign up to attend now at 2026 Summit on our homepage when you are logged in. Change is coming faster than ever. Don't miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve.

08/10/2026

Congrats to Proponent Group member coach Matt Wilkes on his new position at Dubsdread in Orlando. He will be very busy at one of Orlando's favorite public facilities. He is their new Senior Lead Instructor and Clubfitter.

08/10/2026

Demo Day is Back!

Proponent Group member coaches who want to bet ahead of their peers can spend time with more than 20 companies at our Summit 2026. Many will be previewing products that will be officially launching at the 2027 PGA Show three months later. IT's just one more way your Proponent membership gives you an edge and helps you stay ahead of the curve.

Member coaches can register today by going to 2026 SUMMIT at the top of our homepage when you login.

08/08/2026

The Best Value in Coach Continuing Education

We want our members to get the highest possible ROI on their education dollars, that's why we base our event near the largest portion of our membership and its why we secure rooms for as little as $119 for participants. Oh, and we also have the best curriculum in the industry for helping our coaches grow their businesses.

Member coaches can register today by going to 2026 SUMMIT at the top of our homepage when you log in.

08/06/2026

AI is Going to Change Your Coaching Business Forever

We're less than 90 days out so it's time for our member coaches to start making your plans to attend Summit '26. This year we will be doing a deep dive into how AI tools are already changing your coaching business and we'll look at what's coming next. If you want to protect your business and career you'll want to be in the room for this one. See you in October!

Members can register by clicking on 2026 Summit on our homepage.