Menomonee Falls Golf Coach Qualifies for Senior PGA Championship

David Roesch, a 52-year-old former Wisconsin Badger, will compete against golf's biggest names in Florida.

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:21pm

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David Roesch, the golf coach at Menomonee Falls High School, has qualified to play in the upcoming Senior PGA Championship. Roesch, a 52-year-old former professional golfer, exceeded his own expectations by finishing 14th in a qualifying tournament last fall, earning him one of the 35 spots in the prestigious major championship.

Why it matters

Roesch's qualification for the Senior PGA Championship is a significant accomplishment, as he will have the opportunity to compete against some of the game's legendary players, including Steve Stricker, Ernie Els, and Vijay Singh. This event will provide Roesch with a chance to showcase his skills on a national stage and inspire his students, who are eager to see their coach perform at the highest level of the sport.

The details

After a successful professional career, Roesch transitioned to coaching, pouring his passion for golf into mentoring the next generation of players. His qualification for the Senior PGA Championship is a testament to his continued dedication to the sport and his ability to maintain a high level of play even as he has gotten older. Roesch is excited for the opportunity to compete against the best senior golfers in the world and is determined to make the most of this experience.

  • Roesch qualified for the Senior PGA Championship last fall.
  • The Senior PGA Championship will take place from April 16 to 19, 2026 in Bradenton, Florida.

The players

David Roesch

A 52-year-old golf coach at Menomonee Falls High School and former professional golfer who has qualified to play in the Senior PGA Championship.

Steve Stricker

A legendary professional golfer who will be competing in the Senior PGA Championship alongside Roesch.

Ernie Els

A renowned professional golfer who will be competing in the Senior PGA Championship alongside Roesch.

Vijay Singh

A professional golfer who will be competing in the Senior PGA Championship alongside Roesch.

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What they’re saying

“I really don't know how many more majors I'm going to get to play in. And I really do want to enjoy it. That is one of my goals.”

— David Roesch, Golf Coach

“I knew going into the tournament that if you finished in the top 35 that you would qualify for a senior PGA championship. So that was my goal at that tournament was to make sure that, hey, I get a chance to at least finish in the top 35. And luckily I finished 14th.”

— David Roesch, Golf Coach

“I mean, I watch them on TV, you know, when I turn on the TV on Sunday night, you know, the Champions Tour is on. So, I'm so excited to play.”

— David Roesch, Golf Coach

“I love golf, and I would say golf chose me. And I'm probably, I say it too much, but I'm a golf nerd. I love everything about golf. I love playing golf, I love teaching golf. I love watching my kids play golf. I love watching my students play golf. I really do love teaching golf. I know there's not many people can say that they love their job. And most days, I love my job.”

— David Roesch, Golf Coach

What’s next

Roesch will compete in the Senior PGA Championship from April 16 to 19, 2026 in Bradenton, Florida.

The takeaway

David Roesch's qualification for the Senior PGA Championship is a testament to his lifelong dedication to the sport of golf. As a coach, he has the opportunity to inspire his students by competing at the highest level of the game, and his passion for the sport continues to drive him even as he enters the later stages of his career.