History of the Golf Course 

Superintendent Association

of New York

The Golf Course Superintendents Association of New York was started in 2020 after the consolidation of three existing associations, Central New York Golf Course Superintendents Association, Western New York GCSA and Finger Lakes GCSA. This process of consolidation was finally completed in June 2020 with the acceptance of the new GCSA of NY by-laws and vote for the first board of directors. With the help of Kevin Doyle and the GCSAA this vision of consolidation is complete. The association was formed for the purpose of promoting the welfare of the game of golf; the science and art of golf course management; the organizational and business effectiveness of the profession; and the professional image and well-being of its individual members through the timely and efficient use of present day educational, communications and management means.

Our intent is to continue serving our membership and the community in this manner.

Officers

President- Joe Lucas, Saratoga National Golf Club

Vice President - John Hoyle, Corning Country Club 

Secretary - Ash Gough, Beaver Meadows Golf Club

Treasurer- Nevin Hess- Midvale Country Club

Board of Directors

Andy Eick, First Turf & Ornamental  

Scott Howard,  Attica's 10th Hole & Golf Course

Martin Ward, Sodus bay Heights Golf Club

Adam Engle, Lake Shore Yacht & Country Club

Trevor Ploetz, Concord Crest Golf Club

Stephen Stewart, Yahnundasis Golf Club

Thad Thompson, Terry Hills Golf Course

Mike Tollner, Helena

Special Directors

Past President-  Steve Kurta, Tuscarora Golf Club

Class C - Brian Kelly, Country Club of Rochester

Scott Howell, Finch Turch

Joe Cherundolo, Andre and Son