Michael Chesnover has been named the 2016 Bobby Goodman Scholarship recipient. The Bobby Goodman Scholarship is a $2,500 grant annually given to a high school senior or college student entering into his/her freshman or sophomore year of undergraduate studies whose parents or grandparents either work in or are retired from the golf industry. The scholarship is named after PGA Professional Bobby Goodman, who is recognized for his numerous contributions to the game of golf at all levels.
Michael’s father, Michael Chesnover is a PGA Assistant Professional at Kensington Golf and Country Club in Naples, Florida.
A graduate from Fort Myers High School, Michael has excelled at balancing academics, athletics and extracurricular activities. His GPA was in the top 9% in the district and he accumulated over 250 hours of community service throughout his high school career. Michael was a 4-year member of the varsity golf team in high school and was captain his junior and senior years. Some of the extra activities he participated in included: National Honors Society, Humanity Club and the Newspaper.
Richard Erick, PGA Director of Golf at Kensington Golf and Country Club describes Michael as having “a very strong work ethic both in his commitment to school work as well as his employment and charity work.” He also describes Michael as “honest and trustworthy”.
In the fall, Michael will attend Florida State University and will study finance and accounting. Congratulations to Michael and we look forward to seeing what his future holds.
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Contact:
South Florida PGA
186 Atlantis Blvd.
Atlantis, FL 33462
(P) 561-729-0544
www.sfpgagolf.com