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OWINGS MILLS - Bernie Najar, Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club in Owings Mills, has been recognized as one of the Top 100 Teachers in America for 2024-2025 by GOLF Magazine.
The announcement was made by the Middle Atlantic Section of the PGA of America (MAPGA), which highlighted six professionals from the region who earned this prestigious honor. The biennial recognition by GOLF Magazine is considered one of the most authoritative accolades in the world of golf instruction.
Najar is no stranger to accolades, his expertise and innovative approach have garnered respect from students and his peers in the golfing community. He now joins an elite list of instructors lauded for their teaching experience, student portfolio, peer ratings, and commitment to growing the sport of golf.
Candidates for the GOLF Magazine list are evaluated on a range of criteria that include their overall commitment to the game's growth through volunteering and their ability to use digital platforms effectively. Nominated by reputable golf organizations like the PGA of America, each instructor must also embody the highest levels of professionalism in their work.
"For nearly 100 years, the Middle Atlantic PGA has been vastly committed to player development," said Jon Guhl, Executive Director of MAPGA. "We are thrilled that Bernie Najar and five other professionals from our region have been recognized on this distinguished list."
Bernie Najar's inclusion in GOLF Magazine's Top 100 Teachers in America list for 2024-2025 stands as a testament to the quality of golf instruction available in Owings Mills and the wider Maryland area.
For more information about Bernie Najar and golf instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club, interested parties can visit the club's official website or reach out directly for personalized coaching sessions.
For further details about the Middle Atlantic PGA and its ongoing initiatives, visit www.mapga.com.