Excellence in Turfgrass Management – Public
Blake Hertzog
Monterey Pines Golf Club
This award is presented to a superintendent member who maintains his/her facility to a standard that reflects consistent, high quality playing conditions, while displaying exceptional agronomic and management skills. The resourcefulness of this individual is an important consideration in the selection criteria and may include factors such as, budget, site restrictions, rounds of golf, staff size, weather, etc.
What his peers said about him:
“He continues to present an exceptional product despite limitations of budget, crew size and the red tape of government bureaucracy.”
“He is a talented superintendent who is dedicated to the advancement of our profession and is a well deserving candidate for this award.”
Excellence in Turfgrass Management – Private
Chris Dalhamer, CGCS
Monterey Peninsula Country Club
This award is presented to a superintendent member who maintains his/her private facility to a standard that reflects consistent, high quality playing conditions, while displaying exceptional agronomic and management skills.The resourcefulness of this individual is an important consideration in the selection criteria and may include factors such as, budget, site restrictions, rounds of golf, staff size, weather, etc.
What his peers said about him:
“He is a consummate professional who always presents his course in championship conditions.”
“His place is always dialed in.”
Bert Graves Affiliate Merit Award
Ryan Johnson
Sierra Pacific Turf Supply
This award is presented annually to the Affiliate representative who has made contributions resulting in the betterment of the GCSANC and its members.
What his peers said about him:
“He has been an excellent friend and supplier partner to all the supers in his territory.”
“He is always available, and he is there to answer any questions and guarantees timely deliveries as well as accurate bids.”
George Santana Distinguished Service Award
Walt Barret
Green Hills Country Club
This award is presented to an individual who has displayed the highest level of professionalism while demonstrating a long-standing commitment, dedication and contribution to the GCSANC and the turfgrass industry.
What his peers said about him:
“In over three decades as superintendent, he has always maintained his course in an excellent condition.”
“He has had multiple assistant superintendents who have been trained by him and have gone on to become good superintendents.”
Superintendent of the Year
Jeff Markow, CGCS
Cypress Point Club
This award is presented annually to a superintendent who has made contributions for the betterment of the GCSANC, its members and the golf course superintendent’s profession. Evaluation criteria for this award includes local or national committee participation, community service that represents the industry in a positive light, or local association participation.
What his peers said about him:
“He has made a major impact in the Northern CA golf superintendent profession since 1993.”
“He has always had a willingness to help young turf professionals become superintendents, help those around him when questions arise, and, of course, help the hundreds play one of the best golf courses in the world.”
“He will be missed when he retires.”
President’s Award
Josh Lewis
Gradoville Hertzing Management Group
The President’s Award is presented annually by the outgoing GCSANC President to the individual whom the President chooses to honor for their contributions to GCSANC and the Northern California superintendent profession.
What his peers said about him:
“He brings a very diverse and well-rounded background in golf course maintenance, construction and tournament preparation, and an overwhelming desire to support the superintendent and club management communities.”
“He has worked on some of the most prestigious courses in the country, has been an exceptional leader to GCSANC and has tremendous knowledge about golf course construction and maintenance.”