Honoring Tom Doull: The Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award
In golf, an award stands out as a symbol of dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to the sport. The Fore Season Golf Professional Award, presented by the National Golf Course Owners Association Canada – British Columbia Chapter, is a prestigious accolade that recognizes an individual who has played a pivotal role in every facet of golf's growth, development, planning, and goodwill within the province.
This year at the 2023 PGA of BC awards show the award was given a new name - it's now known as the "Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award" and this year's recipient is our own, Tom Doull, and the significance behind this award is nothing short of heartwarming.
The Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award represents a legacy of passion, dedication, and excellence within the British Columbia golf community. It serves as a tribute to the memory of Jeff Ciecko, a beloved figure in the golfing world who left an indelible mark through his tireless efforts to promote and develop the sport.
The Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award represents a legacy of passion, dedication, and excellence within the British Columbia golf community. It serves as a tribute to the memory of Jeff Ciecko, a beloved figure in the golfing world who left an indelible mark through his tireless efforts to promote and develop the sport.
The renaming of this award to honour Jeff Ciecko couldn't be more fitting, as it carries an extra layer of significance this year. Tom Doull, the well-deserving recipient, shared a close and enduring friendship with Jeff. Their bond was forged on the greens and nurtured through a shared love for the game.
Tom Doull, this year's winner, embodies the very essence of the Fore Season Golf Professional Award. He has dedicated his life to the betterment of golf in British Columbia, consistently contributing to the growth of the sport and the success of golf-related businesses. Tom's passion for golf is not just limited to his professional career; it's a personal commitment he shares with many others touched by the game.
This year, we celebrate Tom Doull as the Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award recipient. He carries forward the torch of dedication, camaraderie, and the pursuit of excellence, much like his dear friend Jeff did. The award recognizes Tom's incredible achievements and keeps Jeff Ciecko's memory alive, highlighting their enduring friendship and shared love for the sport.
Congratulations, Tom Doull, on this well-deserved recognition. Your name is now forever linked with the legacy of Jeff Ciecko and the remarkable individuals who have left an indelible impact on golf in British Columbia. The Jeff Ciecko Fore Seasons Golf Professional Award reminds us of the lasting power of friendship, the love for the game, and the indomitable spirit that defines golf.
As we celebrate Tom's achievement, we also remember the incredible bond he shared with Jeff, reminding us that, in golf, friendships are formed and cherished as part of the enduring legacy of this extraordinary sport!
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