PGA Professional Mike Nicoletti (Granite Bay Golf Club) claimed victory at the 2026 NCPGA Pro Series #3 / MPQ, held at Poppy Ridge Golf Course in Livermore, California.
Nicoletti delivered an impressive round of 6-under-par 66 on the 7,000-yard, par-72 layout to secure top individual honors. His round included seven birdies, ten pars, and just one bogey, allowing him to edge out a strong field of Northern California professionals by a single stroke.
Finishing tied for second at 5-under-par (67) were Jason Owen of Cal State Monterey Bay and Jason Schmuhl of Windsor Golf Club.
Many of the professionals were experiencing the newly renovated Poppy Ridge Golf Course for the first time and praised the updated layout along with the exceptional course conditions.
A special thank you goes out to the Poppy Ridge Golf Club staff, including Head Golf Professional Mike Copp, for hosting NCPGA professionals from across Northern California.
We also extend our appreciation to our supporting sponsors—Yamaha Golf Cars (Sales Representative Darren Fegley & Mike Pavao), SCNS Sports Foods, and the PGA Tour—for their continued support of the NCPGA Pro Series.