Boca West Country Club Named Club of the Year by Golf Business Network

The award recognizes the club's leadership, operations, and member satisfaction.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Boca West Country Club in Boca Raton, Florida has been named Club of the Year by the Golf Business Network, a national organization focused on leadership and operations in the private golf and country club sector. The award was announced at the organization's annual awards event in Orlando, held in conjunction with the PGA Show.

Why it matters

The Club of the Year award is a prestigious honor that recognizes overall performance in areas such as leadership, operational execution, and long-term stability. Boca West Country Club is one of the largest country club operations in the region, with extensive golf, recreation, and hospitality assets, making this recognition a significant achievement.

The details

Boca West was selected from more than 200 nominees and was nominated by peers within the industry. Golf Business Network cited Boca West's management of a large-scale operation, sustained growth, and strong member satisfaction as key factors in the selection, noting the role of its executive leadership team and organizational structure.

  • The award was announced on February 4, 2026 during Golf Business Network's annual awards event in Orlando.

The players

Boca West Country Club

A private, resident-only country club community in Boca Raton, Florida that is among the largest country club operations in the region, with extensive golf, recreation, and hospitality assets.

Golf Business Network

A national organization focused on leadership and operations in the private golf and country club sector.

Matthew Linderman

The president, COO and general manager of Boca West Country Club.

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What they’re saying

“This recognition is a testament to the strength of our operation and the people who run it. It reflects the work being done across the organization.”

— Matthew Linderman, President, COO and General Manager, Boca West Country Club (Announcement)

The takeaway

Boca West Country Club's recognition as Club of the Year by the Golf Business Network highlights the club's strong leadership, operational excellence, and commitment to member satisfaction, solidifying its reputation as one of the premier country club destinations in the region.