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title: Sam Crader joins WA Golf staff
description: Please join us in welcoming Sam Crader to the team at Washington Golf! Sam joins the staff as a Manager of Golf Operations and will play a key role in…
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# [Sam Crader joins WA Golf staff](https://wagolf.org/news/sam-crader-joins-wa-golf-staff)

 Written by [WA Golf Staff](https://wagolf.org/news/author/wa-golf-staff) | Oct 30, 2024 7:00:00 AM

Please join us in welcoming Sam Crader to the team at Washington Golf! Sam joins the staff as a Manager of Golf Operations and will play a key role in administering WA Golf events.

 Sam Crader

***Get to know a little bit about Sam:***

Sam grew up in Columbia, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Sports Venue Management. His path to a career in golf was solidified through a P.J. Boatwright internship with the Texas Golf Association—a pivotal experience that led him to pursue a role in the golf industry. Outside of work, Sam is an avid golfer and sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. He also enjoys camping and hiking when he can. His dream golf foursome includes Jordan Spieth, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer.

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