Date/Time
12/2/2025 - 12/3/2025
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Eastern
Event Type(s)
VGCSA
Event Description
Farmington Country Club
Charlottesville, VA

The VGCSA Annual Conference is the top event of the year, featuring great education, great networking, two great parties, our annual meeting and a lot more --- don't miss it!
Location
Farmington Country Club
1625 Country Club Circle
CHarlottesville, Vi 22901
UNITED STATES

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Contact Person
David Norman
(phone: 804-399-7802)
Details

Registration Open!

VGCSA Conference & Annual Meeting
December 2-3, 2025
Farmington Country Club
Charlottesville, VA

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1625 Country Club Circle
Charlottesville, VA 22901

The Virginia Golf Course Superintendents Association (VGCSA) hosts its 12th Annual Conference at the beautiful Farmington Country Club in Charlottesville. This year’s event will be an inspiring mix of education, networking, and celebration—bringing together professionals from across the state for two days of growth and connection.

A Dynamic Schedule of Learning
Our conference will kick off with a welcome address by VGCSA President Jeremy Waddell, setting the tone for an enriching experience. Attendees will have access to a range of insightful presentations from industry experts, each designed to enhance your knowledge and skills.

Networking Opportunities
After a full day of learning, don’t miss the Partner Appreciation Reception on Tuesday evening from 5:30 to 6:30 pm in the FCC Main Dining Room. This event provides a relaxed atmosphere for attendees to mingle with industry partners, discuss the day's insights, and strengthen professional relationships.

The fun continues Tuesday night with our social gathering at BJ’s Brewhouse. Enjoy great food, cold drinks, and plenty of sports action to cheer for as we unwind and wrap up the day with friends and fun.

Conference Gift
We’re excited to announce this year’s VGCSA Conference attendee gift — a premium FootJoy performance shirt featuring dual embroidered logos: the GCSAA Centennial emblem and the VGCSA logo.

This exclusive shirt celebrates a century of GCSAA excellence while showcasing your pride in the Virginia Golf Course Superintendents Association. High-quality, lightweight, and designed for comfort on and off the course, it’s the perfect keepsake to commemorate this year’s conference.

Every registered attendee will receive one — compliments of VGCSA.


Keynote Speaker



Special Guest Interview



Featured Speakers



Entry



Schedule

Tuesday, December 2nd

12 Noon to 1:00 pm
Registration
 
 1:00 - 1:10 pm
Conference Welcome – Jerermy Waddell

1:00 - 1:10 pm
Conference Welcome – Jeremy Waddell

1:10 - 2:00 pm
Jack Anderson, Firefly Automatix
The New Frontier in Precision Turf Robotics

 2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Meredith Bigelow, Director of Fitness & Aquatics, Farmington CC
“ Eating and Staying Healthy in a Challenging Environment” 

2:45 - 3:00 pm – Break

3:00 – 3:50 pm
Dr. Bruce Clarke, Rutgers University
“Impact of Management Practices on Turfgrass Diseases”

3:50 pm - 4:30 pm
Giff Breed, Pros, Incorporated
“Special Guest Interview”
 
4:30 pm - 5:40 pm - Stretch Break

4:40 - 5:30 pm
VGCSA Annual Meeting
Elections, Awards, Scholarships

Adjourn

 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Partner Appreciation Reception
FCC Main Dining Room 

 7:30 to 11:00 pm
Networking Social & Sports
BJ’s Brewhouse
Sponsored by SiteOne Golf


The Day 1 Party at BJ's is the social highlight of the conference!

Wednesday, December 3rd

8:30 - 8:40 am
Welcome, Opening Remarks – Jeremy Waddell

8:40 – 9:00 am
Robb Bohannon, Director Government Affairs, Hunton AK
“The 2026 Legislative Session & More”  

9:00 - 9:50 am
Dr. Bruce Clarke, Rutgers University
“Plant Defense Activators and Beneficial Microbes: Novel Approaches to Disease Control on Turf”

9:45 - 10:00 am – Break

10:00 – 10:50 am
Brian Gietka, USGA Agronomist
“Year in Review”

10:50 am – 11:40 am
Superintendent Panel
Brent Graham, Mark Madonna, Ryan Holbrook
“Building a Strong Team”

11:45 – 12:45 pm
Networking Lunch, FCC Main Dining Room

12:45 – 12:50 pm
Welcome Back – Jeremy Waddell

12:50 – 1:40
IGNITE Sessions
Fast Pace Partner Presentations

1:40 – 2:20pm
David McCall & Virginia Tech Team
“Research Projects and More”

2:20 - 2:30
Door Prizes & Closing Remarks – Jeremy Waddell 

Adjourn
Optional Golf at FCC
 
Sponsorships Available

Please consider supporting the VGCSA with a sponsorship of the Conference or Annual Meeting. Sponsors receive recognition on event website, event emails, newsletter and at the event.

Partner Appreciation Reception Sponsor
$1,000

Conference & Annual Meeting Supporting Sponsor
$1,000

Conference Supporting Sponsor
$600

Thank You Sponsors!

Presenting Sponsor



Tuesday Night Networking Social Party Sponsor

Conference & Annual Meeting Supporting Sponsors


 


Break Sponsor





Conference Speaker Sponsors

   
   

Conference Supporting Sponsors



    
   
       
VGCSA Conference Host Hotel
Hyatt Place Charlottesville




2100 Bond Street
Charlottesville, VA 22901

Once again, the Hyatt Place, Charlottesville will be the host hotel for the VGCSA Conference & Annual Meeting. A room block is available and you can book your room by following the instructions below. Breakfast is included for attendees staying at the host hotel.

Reservations by Phone 800.993.4751
Mention:
Arrival Date and Group: VGCSA Event
 
Internet Reservations
VGCSA Rooms>>>Click Here
Click BOOK (top Right)
Select Dates
 
$109+tax, King or Double Queen
Inclusive of Breakfast, Internet, and Parking
Reservations must be made by 11/25/2025
Located in The Shops at Stonefield
https://www.shopsatstonefield.com/hyatt-place-charlottesville-hotel/
 

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