News BREC Employee Named PGA of America Golf Professional of the Year!

Mike Raby, a PGA of America Golf Professional and Director of Golf at BREC Golf, has been named the 2025 Gulf States PGA Golf Professional of the Year—the highest honor awarded by the Section. 

This prestigious recognition celebrates Raby’s exemplary service as a PGA professional and his outstanding contributions to the game of golf and the golf community throughout the Gulf States Section.  

“Raby’s recognition as Gulf States PGA Golf Professional of the Year is incredibly well deserved,” said Janet Simmons, Interim Superintendent of BREC. “His leadership, professionalism, and passion for growing the game have elevated golf across our system and throughout the region. We are proud of the impact he continues to make for our golfers and the community, and we congratulate him on this outstanding honor.” 

Upon notification of the award, Raby shared, “I am deeply honored to be named the 2025 Gulf States PGA Golf Professional of the Year and profoundly grateful for this recognition. This award reflects the support I have received from my family, colleagues, employees, and the Gulf States PGA community, who continue to inspire me every day. I look forward to continuing to promote the game of golf and serve golfers and fellow professionals with dedication and passion.” 

Raby was formally recognized at the 2025 Gulf States PGA Awards Gala on Sunday, December 7, at Reunion Golf & Country Club in Georgia.