TANNER MCCOLLY
University of Nebraska - 2028
Tannor McColly is from Elkhorn, Nebraska, and will be pursuing a double major in mechanical engineering and the PGA management program at the University of Nebraska Lincoln. Outside of golf, his interests include research and design, reading, and music.
TIMOTHY MANZELLO
Pennsylvania State University - 2027
Tim is from Shoreham, New York, and as a sophomore undergraduate student at Penn State University, he is pursuing a Bachelor of Science Degree in Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management with a major in PGA Professional Golf Management and a Business Certification from the Smeal College of Business. As a member of the Penn State PGM Program, Tim actively participates in golf-management-related activities, including philanthropy, golf competitions, and unique employment opportunities, such as his work as a member of the Merchandise Team at the 2024 Masters Tournament at Augusta National. Tim envisions himself in a leadership role in the golf industry, leveraging his business expertise and profound understanding of the sport to drive innovation and growth.
KAI NELLES
University of Nebraska - 2027
Kai is a second-year PGA Golf Management major with a business minor at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. As VP of the PGM Student Club, he’s committed to running a top- notch program alongside a great team of officers. Coming from Germany, it has always been important to Kai to bring diversity into the game and make it more accessible. This summer, Kai was the lead instructor intern at the Lincoln City Golf Academy delivering all kinds of golf camps and private lessons to juniors and adults. Kai’s career goal is to become a Director of Instruction, helping the next generation and veterans alike achieve their golfing aspirations.
EVAN RAMOS
Coastal Carolina University - 2027
Evan Ramos, from Southern New Jersey, is a Business Major in the PGM program at Coastal Carolina University. He credits the leadership and staff at Galloway National Golf Club for mentoring and encouraging him to pursue a career in the golf industry.
ANNAMARIE RATICAN
Florida Gulf Coast University - 2027
Annamarie was born and raised in Land O Lakes, Florida, and is currently in her sophomore year at Florida Gulf Coast University majoring in PGA Golf Management with a minor in Marketing. This summer she completed her first internship at The Country Club in Brookline, MA. While at TCC, Annamarie was able to grow her knowledge of the golf industry by being exposed to multiple facets of the operation including junior golf, tournament operations, and golf shop management. Annamarie is looking forward to gaining more knowledge and continue to learn from my mentors as she continues through her journey to becoming a PGA professional.
MASON MCKENNA
University of Nebraska - 2026
Mason is a junior in the PGA Golf Management program at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln. While growing up in Olathe, Kansas, Mason found his love for the game playing, practicing, and working at his local golf course. From there, he gradually developed his passion for coaching and is looking forward to eventually being a PGA Director of Instruction.
WILLOW MERRY
Mississippi State University - 2026
Willow Merry is a junior at Mississippi State University where she is double majoring in Marketing and Management with a concentration in PGA Golf Management. She recently completed her second internship at Wicker Point Golf Club in Alexander City, AL. Since her time in the PGM program, Willow has fallen in love with daily course operations and merchandising which is where she hopes to one day start her career. Outside of golf, Willow enjoys spending time with family and friends, attending MSU football games in Davis Wade, and relaxing with a good movie.
DANIEL TUMA
Mississippi State University - 2026
Daniel Tuma was born and raised in Marriottsville, MD. He is entering his third year at Mississippi State University, where he studies Marketing with a concentration in Professional Golf Management. He has interned at Baltimore Country Club, and is currently interning at TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm. With a strong passion for teaching junior golf, Daniel has high hopes to run many junior golf programs in the future, including summer camps, year-round clinics, PGA Junior League, and more.
MINJOO KIM
Pennsylvania State University - 2026
Born and raised in Korea, Minjoo now reside in Pennsylvania and is entering her Junior year at Penn State University in the Professional Golf Management program. Currently interning at Mahopac Golf Club in New York, Minjoo is gaining valuable experience in various aspects of golf club operations, with a particular focus on junior golf camps, which aligns with her passion. In the future, she aspires to pursue a career in the golf industry, aiming to become a PGA Teaching Professional to mentor and support junior golfers in enhancing their skills.
ABIGALE MORRIS
Biola University - 2026
Abigale Morris is a junior Cinema and Media Arts major from Phoenix, Arizona, attending Biola University in La Mirada, California. She fell in love with the game of golf when she joined the First Tee of Denver, and then continued at the First Tee of Phoenix, leading her to play collegiate golf at Biola. Morris has a strong desire to combine her love for film and golf in her future career. In doing so, she has completed a USGA Pathways Internship and a PING Internship with a focus on the media behind golf. Morris hopes to be a game changer and diversify the game of golf by telling the stories of minority golfers. She dreams of working on the PGA/LPGA Tour as a content creator.
ALEXANDRA FOX
North Carolina State University - 2025
Alexandra Fox is a senior at NC State University studying Sports Management with a Concentration in Professional Golf Management (PGM) and a Business Administration minor. She has been playing golf all her life and hopes to be a merchandiser for the PGA Tour or for a golf course that hosts a PGA Tour Event. It is her goal to inspire other young women who want to be in the golf industry and become a leader in the industry.
ERIC “TISMARK” BOHAM
Cornell University - 2025
Tismark Boham attends Cornell University studying bioengineering and plays on the varsity golf team. His interests have collided and he is currently working with the Cornell Turfgrass Program to study ways to improve the efficiency and sustainability of turfgrass maintenance. He credits working under Frank Rossi and Carl Schimenti for his education in turfgrass management, and he cannot wait to solve problems from pesticide runoff to mower malfunction.
CABOT ELLIS
Texas A&M University - 2025
Cabot Ellis is a senior Turfgrass Science major at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas where he is an officer in the Aggie Turf Club, as well as The Texas A&M Agronomy Society. Born and raised in Palm Desert, California, he inherited his love for golf course maintenance from his mother and father, who both graduated with Turfgrass Science degrees and pursued long term careers within the industry. He is passionate about growing a culture within maintenance crews, teaching other about the golf course maintenance industry, and golf course construction. With a current internship at The Cypress Point Club, as well as previous internships at renown clubs, Cabot has goals to encourage younger individuals to enter the industry, as well as delivering world class playing surfaces.
GIDEON FOLEY
Pennsylvania State University - 2025
Gideon Foley is a student in the Golf Course Turfgrass Management program at Penn State University. He comes from Canada and is presently interning at the upcoming private golf club, Childress Hall, in Texas. With the support of the Outpost Foundation, Gideon aims to excel in his education and continue learning about effective agricultural practices that can be used in the golf industry.
JUSTIN GREEN
Howard University - 2025
Justin Green is a senior at Howard University, majoring in business management with a minor in economics. Originally from Chesapeake, Virginia, Justin has set his sights on a career in program management within the golf industry. He has gained valuable experience through an internship with the PGA Tour, Inc. Additionally, Justin is a member of Howard’s golf team and has contributed to the team's successes, including winning a MEAC Conference Championship and The PGA Works Championship. Outside of his academic and athletic pursuits, Justin volunteers as a golf coach for First Tee — sharing his passion for the sport across various chapters.
SIMON RICHALOT
Pennsylvania State University - 2025
Simon grew up in the French Alps in a small town called St. Gervais-les-Bains in Haute-Savoie. He’s currently studying Golf Course Turfgrass Management at Pennsylvania State University. A golf enthusiast since a young age, Simon has spent the past five years working in the industry across six different countries at esteemed golf courses such as Oakmont Country Club, Adare Manor in Ireland, Kingston Heath in Australia, and Cabot St. Lucia.