PGA honors Farmington Woods’ Director of Golf

George DeVita with the SWJGA Junior League Golf Team.  Home Course: Farmington Woods Golf Club (photo Christine Paluf and Karie DeVita)

George DeVita, Director of Golf and Head Golf Professional at the Farmington Woods Golf Club has been given the 2014 Youth Player Development Award by the Connecticut section of the Professional Golfers’ Association of American (PGA).  Through his program, Golf in Schools, developed with golf legend Suzy Whaley, and his leadership in the area of junior golf, he was deemed to reflect the qualities and ideals of those who work with our nation’s youth, providing opportunities and experiences for juniors to learn and play golf.

 “I come from a golfing family,” said George, “and I am dedicated to seeing that the game of golf excites and motivates new generations of players in the same way it did for me.”

 Farmington Woods General Manager, Bob Elwood, said, “We are delighted that the PGA has chosen to recognize George’s expertise.  He has the skill and the charisma to inspire younger players.  His work with the junior golfers has already made the Farmington Woods Golf Club a mecca for aspiring champions and for avid learners who will enjoy the game throughout their lives.”

George will be honored at the PGA Ct. Special Awards Banquet in July at the Twin Hills country Club in Longmeadow, Mass.

 Farmington Woods is a gated, full-amenity community of over 1,000 condominiums in Farmington and Avon, positioned around a Championship Golf Course and Clubhouse.  Visit their website at farmingtonwoods.com.