Mike Wood was selected as the 2018 Middle Atlantic Professional Golfers’ Association (MAPGA) Assistant PGA Professional of the Year for his commitment to the Baltimore Country Club (BCC) in his efforts to grow the game, build camaraderie, and fellowship through a comprehensive tournament program.
He received the award at the 32nd Annual MAPGA Hall of Fame banquet at Washington Golf & Country Club in Arlington, Virginia.
Since arriving at Baltimore Country Club, Wood continuously works to improve the area of instruction by implementing innovative instructional offerings that best engage the membership. In addition to private teaching and coaching, he has worked closely with the director of instruction to offer various golf schools and the implementation of a comprehensive instructional calendar.
Wood began playing golf at the young age of five and credits his father as his greatest influence into the game of golf. He was elected to PGA membership in 2011.
During his years learning, playing and instructing he has found that golf can be filled with endless nuances, but just as anything in life if people try “keep it simple” they can overcome the most stressful situations.
On top of keeping it simple he believes that leading by example is the most successful way to lead and mentor. Wood credits Greg Jones, PGA; Joe Plecker, PGA and Pat Coyner, PGA as his mentors who encouraged him to become a PGA Professional.
It is the theory of simplicity and leadership which he instilled in his staff throughout his seven seasons with BCC. Wood prides himself on the belief that no task is beneath him, and understands that no goal can be achieved without teamwork.
He is currently serving as the MAPGA Northern Chapter A-8 Director for the third consecutive season, working with Northern Chapter Head Professionals to deliver a first rate playing and education schedule for the Section’s Assistant Professional Association members. He has also served on the Section Tournament Committee, continually working to improve the quality of playing experiences for his fellow MAPGA members.
When he’s not working, Wood spends his time volunteering. He believes that volunteerism is the foundation for all golf professionals.
Throughout the years, he has volunteered with Catholic Charities, Els for Autism, Labor of Love, Salute Military Golf Association and The Wounded Warrior Project among others to help give back through the game of golf.
It is this commitment, the commitment of improving opportunities for assistants in service to the Section, his peers and facility which has distinguished him as Assistant PGA Professional of the Year.
Contact:
MAPGA Communications
Jeremy Beale, jbeale@pgahq.com
