The PGA of Québec Closes Out Its 2026 Season by Celebrating Its Members and Partners

Beaconsfield, October 5, 2026 — The PGA of Québec wrapped up its 2026 season in style last Monday at the Beaconsfield Golf Club, where Association members gathered for a final day of competition and to celebrate the year’s accomplishments at the PGA of Québec’s TaylorMade Awards Gala.

The day began with the Ernie Findlay Accès Physio Tournament presented by Abri Tempo, which also serves as the PGA of Québec Assistants’ Championship. In addition to crowning the champion of this individual competition, the event allowed assistants to team up with another PGA of Québec professional for the Pro-Assistant Championship.

Yohann Benson, PGA of Québec Assistant Champion

At the end of the individual round, under extreme playing conditions with winds reaching over 35 km/h, Yohann Benson won the PGA of Québec Assistants’ Championship with a score of 71, even par. He finished ahead of James Colin Davis and Simon Millette, who both carded 73 (+2) to tie for second place. This latest victory of the season brings Yohann’s total to three wins in 2026 on the PGA of Québec Tour.

The individual competition thus provided one last opportunity for the association’s assistants to compete against each other before wrapping up the 2026 season.

Simon Ménard and Patrick Muldoon Win the Pro-Assistant

Played under a two-ball, best-ball format, the competition featured a heated battle for the win.

The teams of Simon Ménard and Patrick Muldoon, as well as Christian Manègre and Michel Blier, both carded an excellent 67 (-4), forcing a playoff.

With an eagle on the first extra hole, the team of Simon Ménard and Patrick Muldoon ultimately came out on top to claim the top honors.

The teams of Thomas Provost-Blais and Pascal Edmond, as well as Yohann Benson and Éric Lafrenière, rounded out the podium, tied for third place with scores of 68 (-3).

An Evening to Celebrate the Association’s Members and Partners

After the competition, members and partners of the PGA of Québec gathered for the PGA of Québec TaylorMade Awards Gala, an evening dedicated to recognizing members’ hard work, professional development, involvement, and performance throughout the season. A huge thank you to Cabot Bordeaux, our partner for the evening, which provided the wines for the tables as well as bottles for all the Awards winners.

The evening also served to highlight the career of a key figure in the golf industry. Michel Normand, sales director at TaylorMade Canada, received a special recognition to celebrate his entire career and thank him for his many years of service to the industry.

As he prepares to retire at the end of 2026, Michel Normand was warmly honored by the PGA of Québec community for his dedication and the many years he has devoted to the development of the golf industry. The PGA of Québec would like to sincerely thank him for his collaboration over the years and wishes him every success in this new chapter of his life.

Several awards were then presented during the evening, including the various Player of the Year titles, the final Top 25 rankings, and the nine 2026 PGA of Québec Awards.

Thomas Ducharme Retains His Top 25 Title

The PGA of Québec’s Top 25 rankings aim to recognize members’ professional development and involvement within the Association. At the end of the 2026 season, the top five rankings are as follows:

1. Thomas Ducharme – Club de golf Venise — 328 points
2. Martin Hébert – Club de golf Ki-8-Eb — 327 points
3. Anne Rogerson – Club de golf Kanawaki — 291 points
4. Geneviève Lacasse – Club de golf Le Marthelinois — 255 points
5. Benjamin Lamarche – Club de golf Le Versant — 228 points

With a total of 328 points, Thomas Ducharme topped the Top 25 rankings for the second consecutive year.

Players of the Year 2026

The PGA of Québec also recognized members who distinguished themselves in the various Player of the Year categories.

• Assistant of the Year: James Colin Davis — four second-place finishes during the season.
• Senior of the Year: Martin Plante — two wins and two second-place finishes.
• Head Professional of the Year: Billy Houle — one win and three Top 3 finishes.
• Female Golfer of the Year: Sylvie Schetagne — two wins and two second-place finishes.
• Player of the Year — Team Standings: Philippe Gariépy — one win, one Top 6 finish, and one Top 8 finish.
• Player of the Year—Overall Standings: Alexis Clément—three wins, one Top 3 finish, and one Top 10 finish.

These awards highlight the remarkable athletic achievements of the PGA of Québec’s members during the 2026 season.

The Nine 2026 PGA of Québec Awards

The evening concluded with the presentation of the 2026 PGA of Québec Awards, which recognize enthusiasts who have distinguished themselves through their contributions, leadership, and excellence in their respective fields.

The winners are:

• Apprentice Professional of the Year: Félix-Antoine Froment, La Vallée du Richelieu Golf Club
• Representative of the Year: Cédric Perron-Jacques, TaylorMade
• Retailer of the Year: Joliette Golf Club
• Coach of the Year: Louis Bourgeois, Le Blainvillier Golf Club
• Junior Leader of the Year: Carl Anctil
• Teacher of the Year: Simon Camirand, Grand-Mère Golf Club
• Class A Professional of the Year: David Girard-Allard, Laval-sur-le-Lac Golf Club
• Head Professional of the Year: Éric Laporte, Montcalm Golf Club
• Executive Professional of the Year: Sylvain Gaudet, Montcalm Golf Club

The PGA of Québec would like to extend its warmest congratulations to all the winners, as well as to all members who contributed, in their own way, to the success of the 2026 season.

Alexis Clément Wins the Eagle Experience Trip

The evening also held a wonderful surprise for those in attendance at the TaylorMade Awards Gala, as our partner Eagle Experience held a raffle for a Fam Tour-style trip. The winner will have the chance to accompany the agency’s owners and industry professionals on a Fam Tour of their choice in 2027—a unique opportunity to discover a new golf destination and enjoy an exclusive experience within the industry. In the end, Alexis Clément took home the prize, adding yet another prestigious honor to an evening already filled with celebrations for the PGA of Quebec’s Player of the Year in the overall standings.

Thank You to Our Valued Partners

As this final day marks the conclusion of the PGA of Québec season, the Association would like to take a moment to thank all its partners who have supported us throughout the year.

Eagle Experience, Videotron Business, Accès Physio, Hôtel-Casino de Charlevoix, Cracked Canoe, Abris Tempo, Levelwear, Dormie, BEHY, Callaway, Adidas, Foresight, and TaylorMade have all contributed to the visibility and success of the PGA of Québec’s activities in 2026.

The Association would also like to acknowledge the contributions of its partners in the philanthropic sector and at benefit events: the Montreal Geriatric Institute Foundation, the Shawinigan Cataract Study Fund, Canadian Hadassah-WIZO, and the Normand-Léveillé Centre Foundation.

Finally, the PGA of Québec would like to thank Volta Sports and Entertainment, which plays a key role in developing partnerships and helps build new collaborations for the Association year after year.

Thanks to the commitment of all these partners, the PGA of Québec can continue to offer a rich program of events to its members, support professional development, and contribute to the growth of professional golf in Quebec.

The 2026 season is now behind us, but it was once again marked by outstanding performances, many unifying moments, and a community of passionate professionals. The PGA of Québec thanks all its members, partners, volunteers, and collaborators for their contributions to this wonderful season and looks forward to seeing the entire Québec golf community again in 2027.

Informations :

Justin Daoust-Guay
Senior Coordinator, Communications and Member Services, PGA of Québec
438-503-2467
justin@pgaquebec.com