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JIM ANTKIEWICZ, PGA
Tell us about your family.
- Are you married, and do you have any children?
Married to Renee for 40 years this October. Have a daughter, Leah, and a son, Vince.
What would surprise people about you?
I play the radio VERY LOUD in my car when I drive.
What is the best part of your game?
Short game...chipping and putting...lately, my bunker play has been good.
What is your best round of Golf?
67 at Highland Country Club, where I was the Golf Professional for 12 years. Was three under par on the 14th tee...made double bogey there and three putted the 15th for bogey. I wanted to quit and go in. Then I birdied the 16th, 17th, and 18th to finish.
Can you name two of your favorite golf courses, and what makes them unique to you?
Outside of Nevillewood, where I was the Golf Professional/Director of Golf for 26 years, Allegheny Country Club, where I started my professional career, and Laurel Valley, for the overall great golf experience from the time you drive in until the time you leave.
JIM ANTKIEWICZ, PGA
What initially drew you to the game of Golf, and how did you get started?
Started caddying at Ambridge Country Club when I was eleven years old. My father made a modest living, but I needed to make money if I wanted anything out of the ordinary for myself.
If you could play one round of golf with any three people (alive or deceased), who would you choose to play with?
Outside of my family, Ben Hogan, Arnold Palmer, and Derek Jeter.
Please provide some insight into your previous roles.
Allegheny Country Club
Assistant Golf Professional (1978-1983)
Highland Country Club
Golf Professional (1984-1995)
The Club at Nevillewood
Golf Professional/Director of Golf (1996-2021)
How long have you been a PGA member, and what made you decide to pursue a career in the PGA of America?
PGA Member since 1982. I always loved the game of golf and what it represented. Plus, I didn't want to be stuck in an office working 9-5 every day. The golf business is anything but that!