2025 AGM Scholarship Award Winners: Recognizing Our Rising Retail Leaders

The Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 College Scholarship Program, continuing its legacy of fostering the next generation of talent in golf retail. For more than two decades, the AGM has championed education and career development through its scholarship program, empowering students who are passionate about pursuing careers in the golf retail industry.

This year’s scholarships have been awarded to an impressive group of college students who demonstrate both academic excellence and a deep commitment to the business of golf:

Gabriel Barile – Keiser University
Dylan Jopp – Penn State University
Magnolia Lee – University of Miami
Timothy James Manzello – Penn State University
Peyton St John – University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Carson Wiesner – University of Colorado, Colorado Springs

In addition to these awards, AGM is honored to present three named scholarships to exceptional students:

Megan Manesiotis – Florida Gulf Coast University (Megan Ryan Memorial Scholarship)
Charlie McKinney – Samford University (Ann Marquardt Memorial Scholarship)
Samantha Spach – Florida Gulf Coast University (Kimberly J. Clapp Memorial Scholarship)

Congratulations to all of these students!

“Investing in these students is investing in the future of golf retail. Their passion, talent, and drive inspire us, and we are honored to help support their journey as they grow into the leaders and innovators our industry needs.”

– Jennifer Morton, CEO of the Association of Golf Merchandisers.

About the Scholarship Program

The AGM College Scholarship Program is open to students who have completed at least one year of college, maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and are actively pursuing a career in the golf industry. Scholarships are awarded based on academic performance, industry involvement, and a demonstrated passion for the business of golf.

For more information about the AGM Scholarship Program, membership, or career development opportunities in golf retail, click here or contact info@agmgolf.org.