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Doug Temple – PGA Professional & Youth Development Advocate
Coach Doug Temple is a highly experienced PGA Professional, with over thirty years of expertise in teaching, coaching, and promoting the game of golf. A proud graduate of Ferris State University's renowned Professional Golf Management Program, Doug is a Certified PGA Professional specializing in golf operations. His extensive background spans a wide array of roles in the golf industry, including working alongside Golf Digest and National Teacher of the Year, Jack Lumpkin. Doug has also served as Director of Instruction for the Nike Golf Learning Centers at Celebration Golf Club, coached at both the college and high school levels, and held the position of Head PGA Professional at Indian River Golf Club, Celebration Golf Club, and Mt. Pleasant Country Club.
Doug's deep passion for golf and commitment to youth development led him to create the Bullseye Golf Foundation in 2007. Through this initiative, he has introduced the game to thousands of young people, inspiring the next generation of golfers. His dedication to community service extends beyond the golf course, as he has served in various leadership roles, including Director of Operations for the YMCA of Saginaw and Board Member of the First Tee Eastern Michigan, Saginaw Exchange Club, Ferris State University Alumni Board, Michigan PGA Growth of the Game committee, and is past President of Ferris State University's Professional Golf Management Alumni Association.
In addition to fostering a love for the game in youth, Doug has recently dedicated much of his energy to serving veterans and their families. As a certified PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) coach, he offers FREE golf programs for veterans at Currie Golf Course in Midland and Bay Valley Golf Resort in Bay City. Through these programs, Doug aims to provide veterans with the opportunity to enjoy the game of golf while connecting with others in their community.
Doug’s commitment to fun, learning, and personal growth is central to his teaching philosophy. Whether working with beginners or advanced players, Doug emphasizes enjoyment, skill development, and the life lessons that golf can offer. His programs, including PGA Jr. League, PGA HOPE, PGA Family Cup, and First Tee Camps are designed to instill valuable character skills while introducing the game in a fun and engaging manner.
For those looking to take their game to the next level, Doug offers personalized lessons on a limited basis. With Doug Temple as your coach, you’ll not only improve your skills but also deepen your love for the sport of a lifetime.
Learn more about the PGA Reach Foundation: https://www.pgareach.org/ and the PGA Jr. League, PGA HOPE, and PGA Works initiatives.
#GameChanger Award 2023 and 2024
21st Largest Jr League Programs in the Country
Largest PGA Jr League Program in Michigan
Register at: https://www.pgajrleague.com/
PGA Jr. League is a nationwide youth golf program designed to make the game fun, engaging, and accessible for players of all skill levels. Modeled after other youth sports leagues, PGA Jr. League allows kids to compete in a team-oriented environment, fostering a sense of camaraderie and sportsmanship. Players ages 7 to 17 are grouped into teams, where they receive coaching from PGA and LPGA professionals. This team-based format encourages young golfers to develop their skills while building friendships, learning the rules of golf, and enjoying the competition in a supportive, fun atmosphere.
The program emphasizes inclusion, providing opportunities for players to improve their game, no matter their experience level. With a focus on friendly competition rather than intense individual play, PGA Jr. League is perfect for kids who want to learn the game, gain confidence, and have fun on the course. The league also offers various levels of competition, ensuring that participants are challenged at a pace that suits their abilities. By promoting both skill development and personal growth, PGA Jr. League aims to cultivate a lifelong love of golf while teaching important life lessons, such as teamwork, perseverance, and respect.
PGA Professional Doug coaches several teams at Currie Golf Course in Midland and his trained assistant coaches coach teams at Maple Leaf Golf Course in Linwood, Bay County Golf Course in Bay City, Sandy Ridge Golf Course in Midland, Bay City Country Club in Bay City, and Crooked Creek in Shields. 13U teams compete in a scramble format against teams from area courses. For 2025 the 17U teams will compete in numerous formats including scramble, alternate shot, and stableford. Competition is amongst teams from area courses.
The 2025 season consists of a parent / player kick off meeting on May 5th at Bay City Country Club, a minimum of 10 team practices (More if a player wants to attend additional team practices), six matches (Monday mornings for 13U and Wednesday mornings for 17U), and a chance at a birth into the post season. All star players are picked from without the entire league in both divisions and will continue to practice in August and move on to the state tournament with a chance at a regional and national birth.
Additional opportunities for players will include several stroke play tournaments, a regional match play tournament, and a family scramble in July.
Important 2025 Dates and Program Info
January 2025 - May 13
Registration opens for all courses at www.PGAjrleague.com
Monday May 5
Parent & Player meeting
Bay City Country Club
6p-7:30p
May 12th - July 31 Practices
Bay City Country Club
Ages 7-13 Wednesdays 6p-7:30p
Ages 14-17 Thursdays 6p-7:30p starting May 15 and moving to Thursdays 4p-6:00p starting June 16
Bay County - NO TEAMS for 2025
* Not enough players registered at this location. Those registered were transferred to another local team.
Mondays 9:30a-11a starting June 16
Currie Golf Course
Ages 7-13 Tuesdays 5p-6:30p and 7p-8:30p.
Ages 14-17 Fridays 4p-5:30p and 6p-7:30p school year moving to 8a-9:30a and 10a-11:30a starting June 13
Maple Leaf
Ages 7-13 Thursdays 6:30p-8p
Ages 14-17 Mondays 6p-7:30 starting May 14 and moving to
Mondays 9:30a-11a starting June 16
Sandy Ridge
Ages 7-13 Wednesdays 5p-6:30p
Ages 14-17 - Tuesdays 5:30p-7p-9:30a. Moving to 8a-9:30a starting June 16
2025 PGA Jr. League Match Dates & Times
Ages 7-13
Mondays 8am shotgun start. Arrive at course by 7:30a
June 9, 16, 30, July 7, 14, 21
Ages 14-17
Wednesdays 8am shotgun start. Arrive at course by 7:30a
June 11, 18, July 2, 9, 16, 23
Great Lakes Bay Region
Junior Match Play Championship
Pre-registration by June 10th
Saturday June 14th
13U Qualifier - 9 hole stroke play
17U Qualifier - 18 hole stroke play
Tee Times starting at 9am - Location TBD
Entry fee - TBD
Top 8 in each division advance to bracket play
Match Play Bracket Rounds
Round 1 - Saturday, June 21- am
Round 2 - Saturday, June 21 - immediately following morning round
FINALS - Sunday, June 22 - 9 am tee times
First Tee Eastern Michigan - Great Lakes Bay Junior Championship
Monday June 16th
Ages 10-18
Stoke Play Tournaments
More details coming soon!
9 hole events
Friday July 11th
Friday July 18th
All Star - Championship Season
August 1 - TBD
Register for a Team Today! We are developing fundamentals of the swing, on course application, and sportsmanship. All are welcome and teams are co-ed. Format for play is 2 person scramble.
Family Scramble - Sunday July 27th
Location: TBD
4 person teams of youth & adults
3:30 pm shotgun start
9 hole event
$95 for the 4some / RSVP required
Registration Link: Coming Soon!
LEAGUE SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor
Awards Sponsor
Team Sponsors
John Aird - Farm Bureau Insurance
Michigan Military Golf Association
Parent and Player Meeting
Monday May 20
Currie Golf Course - Pavilion Behind Club House
2024 Practice and Play Schedules
Coming Soon
We've got our sights set on top 25 most impactful programs in the country for 2025. To continue to grow and thrive A program of this magnitude needs support on several fronts.
COACH Role Models - Our Biggest Need: As our league continues to grow we are in need of adult role models who have a passion for the game of golf and want to create experiences and positive memories for the next generation.
PGA Jr. League coaches and assistants are needed for the 2025 season. Coaches and assistants commit approximately 40-50 hours total for the entire summer season. The season runs from late May to the first week of August. Coaches will lead a practice session weekly for 1 1/2 hours at their assigned golf course / location. You pick the time. There will be a total of 10 practices per season. Matches for 13U will be on a total of six Mondays during the season. Tentative dates are: June 9, 16, 23, July 7, 14, 21. Matches for 17U will be on a total of six Wednesdays during the season. Tentative dates are: June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23. Coaches will undergo training in the off season. Training dates are TBD but are anticipated to start in March or April. All coaches will be background checked and must complete safe sport training. This is a paid position.
If you’re interested, please text or call PGA Professional Doug Temple at 989.992.0404.
Sponsors Make the Difference: Each year local businesses and individuals step up and help youth in our community discover their passions and follow their dreams. Scholarships are available to assure every junior golfer is given the opportunity to participate. Additionally, sponsor support provides teams snacks, prizes, year end parties, and supports post season expenses when all star teams compete at the state, regional or national level. Sponsorship packets are available at the top of our website.
First Tee – Eastern Michigan is on a mission to empower the next generation — one swing at a time.
We’re not just teaching kids and teens how to play golf. We’re building character, shaping futures, and instilling core values like integrity, respect, and perseverance through fun, hands-on golf programs offered both after school and in-school.
Whether they’re picking up a club for the first time or leveling up their skills, kids in First Tee aren’t just learning the game — they’re gaining life skills that stick with them long after they leave the course.
The numbers speak for themselves:
And it gets better:
In a recent national study, 80% of teens and alumni said First Tee had a lasting impact on their lives — helping them grow in:
- Goal-setting
- Resilience
- Emotional intelligence
- Communication and interpersonal skills
Join us this summer for unforgettable golf camps for kids ages 5 and up at these beautiful local courses:
🏌️♂️ Currie Golf Course – Midland
🏌️♀️ Maple Leaf Golf Course – Linwood
🏌️ Pleasant View Golf Club – Saginaw
Whether your child is a future golf pro or just wants to try something new and exciting, First Tee camps are the perfect way to build confidence, make new friends, and have a blast outdoors.
📲 Ready to learn more or sign up?
Visit us at: First Tee - Homepage | First Tee
Let’s grow the game — and grow great kids.
PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, social and emotional well-being.
Register Now:
Military – Michigan Section PGA
2025 Dates
Location: Currie Municipal Golf Course (Sessions 1, 2, 4, 5); Bay Valley Resort (Sessions 3, 6)
Lead Professional: Doug Temple, PGA
Session 1: Mondays, June 2 – July 7
4:30 – 6:00pm
Currie Municipal Golf Course
Session 2: Wednesdays, June 4 – July 9
4:30 – 6:00pm
Currie Municipal Golf Course
Session 3: Thursdays, June 5 – July 10
3:00 – 4:30pm
Bay Valley Resort
Session 4: Mondays, July 14 – August 18
4:30 – 6:00pm
Currie Municipal Golf Course
Session 5: Wednesdays, July 16 – August 20
4:30 – 6:00pm
Currie Municipal Golf Course
Session 6: Thursdays, July 17 – August 21
3:00 – 4:30pm
Bay Valley Resort
Locations: Currie Municipal Golf Course – 1300 Currie Parkway, Midland MI 48640 and Bay Valley Resort - 2470 Old Bridge Road, Bay City, MI
Cost: FREE!
Golf Clubs: We will provide golf clubs, balls, and tees for those who do not already have their own. You are welcome to bring your own equipment.
Lead Professional: Doug Temple, PGA
Assistant Professional: Mitch Bos, PGA
Founded in 2020 by PGA Professional Doug Temple the Military Golf Association Fund doing business as the Michigan Military Golf Association focuses on helping Veterans HEAL - CONNECT - COMPETE through the game of golf. the organization is a 501C3 Not for Profit charitable organization that provides golf courses with important resources for Veterans struggling with depression or PTSD, hosts FREE golf clinics for association Veterans and their families at facilities throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region, manages a Veteran and Veteran supporter golf league at Currie Golf Course in Midland, and works with local golf courses to host a series of golf tournaments for Veterans.
HEALING
Facilities that want to be a part of the Veterans healing process can support Veterans by displaying the - Stand by Them We'll Stand by You - Confidential crisis help for Veterans donation box and brochures at your facility. Proceeds from donations will support the Military Golf Association Fund and the Michigan PGA REACH foundation PGA HOPE (Helping our Patriots Everywhere) programs. Contact PGA Professional Doug Temple at 989.992.0404 dtemple@SaginawYMCA.org for additional details.
Summer 2022 - over 300 PGA Professionals in Michigan received counter top displays with Veteran Crisis Support brochures so they could display at their golf facilities. The Michigan PGA, VA Medical Facility and MMGA are supporting Veterans in the communities where they live, work, and play.
CONNECTING
Association members whom are Veterans and their families are welcome to participate in FREE instructional golf clinics. All abilities welcome. No equipment required for beginners. Thank you for your service! Register for PGA HOPE: Military – Michigan Section PGA
COMPETING
Veterans and veteran supporters are invited to play in a 12 week Monday night scramble league at Currie Golf Course in Midland. 2025 League starts June 2, 2025. Tee times at 6pm.
Working out of The First Tee of Eastern Michigan office at Currie Golf Course in Midland Michigan PGA Professional Doug Temple leads a dynamic teaching program. Doug has helped beginners to seasoned players gain the confidence and skills they've always wanted. Private lesson fill extremely fast and are limited on times available.
PRIVATE INSTRUCTION LESSON OPTIONS
SEMI-PRIVATE INSTRUCTION LESSON OPTIONS
SCHEDULE YOUR LESSON
Call or text -989.992.0404
Email: DTemple@SaginawYMCA.org
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