Orchid Island co-hosts South Florida PGA championship

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club served as co-host of the 47th Annual South Florida PGA Section Professional Championship, held Sept. 15-17 in Vero Beach. The event drew PGA Professionals competing for spots in the 2027 PGA Professional Championship and, ultimately, the 2027 PGA Championship.

Why it matters: - The championship is one of the most important qualifying events for PGA Professionals. - The top 14 finishers advance to the 2027 PGA Professional Championship. - The top 20 PGA Professionals from that event move on to the 2027 PGA Championship at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas. - Hosting the event reinforces Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club’s standing as a tournament-caliber golf venue on Florida’s Treasure Coast.

What happened: - Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club served as the official co-host of the 47th Annual South Florida PGA Section Professional Championship. - The tournament took place Sept. 15-17 at Orchid Island’s Arnold Palmer course in Vero Beach, Florida. - Orchid Island co-hosted the event with Quail Valley Golf Club. - Tyler Collet, assistant golf professional from John’s Island Club, won the championship.

The details: - Rob Tench, Orchid Island’s general manager, said the club was thrilled to co-host PGA Professionals on the course and to work with Quail Valley Golf Club. - Orchid Island completed a major renovation of its Arnold Palmer course in 2023. - The renovation, led by architect Brandon Johnson, included all greens and tees, bunkers, the short-game area and the driving range. - Orchid Island hosted a U.S. Open qualifier in 2024. - The club also completed a major refresh of its 15,000-square-foot golf clubhouse last year. - Orchid Island is a Certified Audubon Sanctuary by Audubon International and features an ocean-to-river habitat. - The club says its setting supports rich wildlife in Vero Beach, including colorful birds around the property. - Orchid Island is located at One Beachside Drive in Vero Beach. - More information is available on OrchidIslandFL.com.

Between the lines: - The event gives Orchid Island another high-profile tournament credential after its 2023 course renovation and 2024 U.S. Open qualifier. - The club is positioning itself as both a competitive golf venue and a conservation-minded residential community. - The Audubon sanctuary designation and waterfront setting are part of the club’s broader lifestyle brand.

What's next: - The top 14 finishers from this championship will advance to the 2027 PGA Professional Championship at Streamsong Golf Resort in Bowling Green, Florida. - Players who finish among the top 20 there will qualify for the 2027 PGA Championship. - Orchid Island will continue marketing its golf, beach and real estate offerings from its Vero Beach base. - Real estate inquiries can be made by calling (772) 388-3888 or visiting OrchidIslandFL.com.