Orchid Island Co-Hosting PGA Event

Courtesy of Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club

(Press Release) VERO BEACH, FL (September 24, 2026) – Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club served as the official co-host for the 47th Annual South Florida PGA Section Professional Championship, held on September 15-17.  

For competing PGA Professionals, this is considered the coveted event of the year with the top 14 finishers advancing to the 2027 PGA Professional Championship taking place April 25-28, 2027, at Streamsong Golf Resort in Bowling Green, Florida. From there, the top 20 PGA Professionals will advance to the 2027 PGA Championship at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas.

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“We were thrilled to co-host PGA Professionals on our challenging Arnold Palmer golf course, and we were grateful to work with our co-host Quail Valley Golf Club,” said Rob Tench, Orchid Island’s General Manager.  “We congratulate this year’s champion, Tyler Collet, Assistant Golf Professional from nearby John’s Island Club.”

Orchid Island completed a major renovation to its Arnold Palmer course in 2023, and it hosted a US Open qualifier in 2024. The renovation was undertaken by architect Brandon Johnson and encompassed all the greens and tees, bunkers, the short game area, and the driving range. Last year, Orchid Island completed a major refresh to its 15,000 square foot Golf Clubhouse.

As a Certified Audubon Sanctuary by Audubon International with an ocean to river habitat, Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is committed to preserving the rich wildlife found in Vero Beach. Golfers delight in the colorful and unique birds often found in and around Orchid Island.  

Orchid Island is located at One Beachside Drive, Vero Beach. For more information, visit OrchidIslandFL.com. ​
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