Destiny Lawson, assistant professional at Pinehaven Country Club in Guilderland. (Photo by Kait Nieckarz)

Destiny Lawson, a former Epson Tour player, is the new assistant professional at Pinehaven Country Club in Guilderland, site of the 41st running of the event July 18-20, 2025. (Photo by Joyce Bassett / Special to the Times Union)

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The new Assistant PGA Professional at Pinehaven Country Club has shaped her young career thanks to a series of chance happenings. But it’s her given name, Destiny, that she took to heart as a teenager looking to actively direct her own path.

Destiny Lawson, former Epson Tour playing professional, met her future life partner at the Dylan Scott Concert on the Course during the Twin Bridges........

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