Parks, Recreation and Marine to Induct Two New Members into Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame

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PRESS RELEASE

Above: Dana Dahlquist (left) and Troy Grant (right) will be inducted into the Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame on Aug. 3, 2025.

Long Beach, CA - The Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame will induct two new members, Dana Dahlquist and Troy Grant on Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025. The Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame was created by the Department of Parks, Recreation and Marine (PRM) in 1996 to recognize those who left a mark on golf in Long Beach.

"Congratulations to Dana Dahlquist and Troy Grant on their induction into the Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame," said Mayor Rex Richardson. "Both men have made lasting impacts on our golfing community with their incredible talent and dedication and by inspiring future generations through their teaching and coaching. Long Beach has a rich history of producing exceptional athletes, and we are thrilled to celebrate their contributions to that history."

The Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame induction ceremony will be held during the closing ceremony for the Long Beach Open Tournament at El Dorado Park Golf Course on Aug. 3, at approximately 2:30 p.m.

"The members of the Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame are an inspiration to all who play golf in Long Beach," said Parks, Recreation and Marine Director Brent Dennis. "Thanks to the Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame Committee who worked hard to select Dana and Troy as inductees for 2025. Both men have truly left their mark on golf in Long Beach."

"The Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame acknowledges people who were born or have lived in Long Beach and excelled at the game or made it better for those who play it," said Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame Committee Chairman Bob Livingstone. "Dana and Troy both exemplify the best in the sport of golf and are very deserving of induction into this prestigious group."

Dana Dahlquist grew up playing at Virginia Country Club. Despite competing in mini-tour events in his youth, he gravitated toward teaching. He started his coaching career in the early 2000s at Heartwell Park, then Skylinks, and ultimately El Dorado Park, becoming known for his ability to connect with players across all levels and to leverage cutting-edge technology like video, Sportsbox AI, Trackman and force-plate analysis. Dana has earned widespread acclaim--including being ranked the No. 1 golf teacher in California and ninth in the United States by Golf Digest in 2024--and has coached top amateurs and professionals, including Bryson DeChambeau, Viktor Hovland, Jake Knapp, Beau Hossler, Anna Rawson and others. He is raising the City's profile in the national golf instruction community through his recognized coaching certification program with more than 20 recognized instructors in the United States., Australia, Canada, Europe, and Asia.

Troy Grant has been a respected figure in the Long Beach golf community, known for his playing career and commitment to teaching and mentorship. As the lead instructor at Recreation Park 18 Golf Course, Troy is recognized for his passion, ability to connect with players of all ages and for helping golfers take their game to the next level. Through the Troy Grant Golf Academy, he has guided players from their first swings all the way through high school and college competition. He offers clinics for the City's Men's and Women's Golf Clubs and donates his time to give back to the Long Beach community that helped shape him. As a player, Troy made his mark early by earning Century Club honors all four years at Lakewood High School and being named the Long Beach Press-Telegram High School Player of the Year. He went undefeated at Long Beach City College in 1999, becoming a state champion, and made history as the youngest golfer ever to qualify for the Long Beach Open at just 15 years old-a record that still stands today. After more than nine years competing as a touring professional on various satellite tours, he returned to Long Beach to invest in the next generation of golfers. Troy is trusted by elite professional athletes and well-known entertainers who seek out his expertise and approachable teaching style-a testament to his respected status in the world of golf instruction.

With the addition of these two individuals, the Long Beach Golf Hall of Fame now has 96 members. The complete list of Hall of Fame inductees is available on the PRM webpage.

About the City of Long Beach
Long Beach is nestled along the Southern California coast and home to approximately 466,000 people. As an award-winning full-service charter city, Long Beach offers the amenities of a metropolitan city while maintaining a strong sense of individual and diverse neighborhoods, culture, and community. With a bustling downtown and over six miles of scenic beaches, Long Beach is a renowned tourist and business destination and home to the iconic Queen Mary, nationally recognized Aquarium of the Pacific and Long Beach Airport, the award-winning Long Beach Convention and Entertainment Center and world-class Port of Long Beach.

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