Sea Island, Georgia – Nov. 12, 2014 – John Wade has been named Head Golf Professional at The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club, Sea Island, Georgia. A Class A member of the PGA since 2004, Wade will be in charge of all golf operations at The Lodge, which is located between Plantation and Seaside golf courses, two of Sea Island’s three championship courses. Seaside recently hosted the fifth annual McGladrey Classic, a FedEx Cup tournament on the PGA TOUR.
“I am very excited to have John join our team to lead golf operations at The Lodge,” said Brannen Veal, director of golf. “Throughout his career, he has been widely recognized for the outstanding leadership and professionalism that he brings to Sea Island.”
Prior to Sea Island, Wade was most recently head golf professional at Champions Retreat Golf Club in Evans, Georgia, and held the same role at Gateway Golf and Country Club in Fort Myers, Florida and at Naples Grand Golf Club in Naples. Florida. A graduate of Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Virginia, Wade has won 17 championships in a variety of competitions during his career, including the South Florida PGA Professional National Championship.
About Sea Island
An exceptional destination appealing to those who appreciate gracious service and heartfelt hospitality, Sea Island is the home of two of the top five resorts and one of the top five hotel spas in the Continental U.S., according to Travel + Leisure’s 2013 and 2014 World’s Best Awards. With four Forbes Five-Star experiences — The Cloister at Sea Island, The Lodge at Sea Island Golf Club, The Spa at Sea Island, and the Georgian Room restaurant – and an extensive array of engaging nature adventures and recreational experiences, Sea Island entices families, outdoor and activity enthusiasts, and those simply wanting to refresh and recharge. It is the only resort in the world to have received four Forbes Five-Star awards for six consecutive years. Located on the southeastern coast of Georgia, Sea Island features five miles of private beach, a Beach Club, tennis and squash centers, Yacht Club, Shooting School, and Camp Cloister. Well known as a family resort, Sea Island is steeped in golf tradition and is home to three championship golf courses, including Seaside, site of the PGA Tour’s McGladrey Classic, as well as the nation’s finest Golf Performance Center. Guests may also enjoy nearby Broadfield, a Sea Island Sporting Club and Lodge, offering a variety of seasonal hunting, fishing, sporting and organic culinary opportunities. Renowned for its hospitality, Sea Island has been creating life-long traditions for discerning travelers and offering real estate ownership opportunities since 1928. Experience Sea Island at www.seaisland.com.
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