ATLANTA, GA – The Georgia PGA is proud to unveil the official tournament logo for The Drew, the premier 18-hole tournament honoring the late Drew Dunn, PGA, to be held at East Lake Golf Club on Monday, November 3, 2025. This exclusive event, open to Georgia PGA Class-A Member Professionals, celebrates Drew’s remarkable journey and the profound impact he made on the Georgia golf community.
The newly unveiled logo, which incorporates design elements inspired by East Lake Golf Club and Drew’s legacy of service and competitive spirit, will be used in all tournament branding moving forward. The logo launch further cements The Drew as a permanent and prestigious addition to the Georgia PGA calendar.
In conjunction with the logo launch, the Georgia PGA and PGA REACH Georgia are proud to announce the establishment of “The Drew Grant” – a fund designed to support the professional development of aspiring Georgia PGA Professionals. In Drew’s honor, the grant will provide annual financial assistance to help aspiring PGA Professionals towards their journeys of becoming Class-A PGA Member Professionals.
“Today, we take another step in preserving Drew’s legacy by not only revealing the tournament’s official identity, but by launching a grant that reflects his lifelong commitment to competition, mentorship, growth, and the golf profession,” said Scott Geary, Chief Executive Officer of the Georgia PGA. “The Drew Grant will ensure that Drew’s spirit of lifting others up lives on for generations of PGA Professionals to come.”
Donations to support The Drew Grant can be made here: THE DREW GRANT
The inaugural tournament will feature the top 72 players from the 2025 Georgia PGA tournament points list, competing in an 18-hole stroke play competition followed by a winner-take-all playoff for the top finishers. The champion will receive a $50,000 prize – the largest individual payout in Georgia PGA history – thanks to the generous support of PGA REACH Georgia Foundation Board Member and longtime Georgia PGA supporter, Philip Jones.
As previously announced, a special kickoff event will be held on the evening of Sunday, November 2, 2025, to welcome participants and stakeholders and to celebrate the life and legacy of Drew Dunn, PGA. Volunteers and donors/sponsors are encouraged to reach out if interested in being a part of the event.
Points Standings Update
With the fall stretch of the season approaching, competition for a coveted spot in The Drew field is heating up. Only the top 72 players on the 2025 Georgia PGA tournament points list will earn a place in the historic field at East Lake.
As of this release, the top five on the points list include:
1. Matt Sanders, West Pines Golf Club – 2,840 POINTS
2. Jacob Tilton, Ansley Golf Club – 2,425 POINTS
3. Francisco Bide, Capital City Golf Club – 2,350 POINTS
4. Anthony Cordes, Cherokee Town & Country Club – 2,350 POINTS
5. Hunter Suggs, Cherokee Town & Country Club – 2,175 POINTS
Players are encouraged to track their progress throughout the season and seize every remaining competitive opportunity.
Full standings and updated leaderboard can be viewed here: 2025 Georgia PGA POY
About the Georgia PGA
The Georgia PGA is one of 41 Sections of the PGA of America and represents more than 1000 PGA Professionals throughout the state. With a mission to promote the enjoyment and growth of the game of golf, the Georgia PGA supports its members through education, competitive tournaments, and community-focused programming. The Section plays a vital role in advancing the profession and fostering excellence across all areas of the game, from junior golf and player development to career services and community impact.
About East Lake Golf Club
Founded in 1904, East Lake Golf Club is Atlanta’s oldest golf course and the historic home of golf legend Bobby Jones. With a legacy of hosting many of the game’s premier championships, East Lake is one of the most storied venues in American golf. Beyond the game, the Club is deeply committed to community impact through its “Golf with a Purpose” initiative. Since 1995, it has served as the cornerstone of a transformative revitalization effort in Atlanta’s East Lake neighborhood, led by the East Lake Foundation, and driven by the power of golf to inspire change and opportunity. Today, East Lake Golf Club stands as a national model for how the game can create lasting, positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities.
Volunteer Inquiries
Dan Merriman
PGA Head Golf Professional
East Lake Golf Club
dmerriman@eastlakegolfclub.com
Sponsor/In-Kind Donation Inquiries
Scott Gordon
Chief Operating Officer
Georgia PGA
sgordon@pgahq.com
Media Contact
Sloan Aubrey
Communications Coordinator
Georgia PGA
saubrey@pgahq.com
