The unassuming pair have been responsible for building a strong golfing membership with a statewide reputation second to none and recognition for Nelson Bay as NSW's country golf club of the year.

Now, 53-year Warren Moses has been rewarded for his tireless efforts in the development of the game by taking out the prestigious NSW PGA Game Development Pro of the Year trophy.

"I was shocked to hear that I had won. I was competing against hundreds of highly credentialed golfing pros from all over the state, so itn was a real honour," he said.

"The award recognises a range of achievements from junior development to clinics for schools, ladies and masters. Last year Nelson Bay boasted the biggest number of juniors to compete in the Hunter with 21 players, twice the size of the next strongest club."

Having shown some talent on the golf course as youngsters, the Moses brothers decided to abandon any dreams of becoming pro circuit players and instead make their contribution to the sport by managing a pro shop.

Since arriving at Nelson Bay 32 years ago, the pair - with the strong support of the Nelson Bay golfing leadership and membership - has thrived in all aspects of development and competition.

Warren took on the junior development role 15 years ago, providing promising youngsters with skills based drills at an early age.

"Unfortunately, COVID interrupted our program this year but currently we have an advanced squad of 10 players meeting every Thursday afternoon."

Warren said that he could not have achieved the award without the support of brother Maurie, members of the golf club and the wider Nelson Bay community.

"We are grateful to have a group like the Dirty Dozen who have provided thousands of dollars in financial support and broad exposure to schools in the Bay community."

In congratulating his brother, Maurie Moses said that Warren had built up a large clientele base aged between five and 95 at Nelson Bay.

"He has promoted the growth of the game with two weekly junior clinics, a weekly ladies and veterans clinic, and he is very dedicated to his students and makes himself available to help all hours of the day.

"Warren is very patient, encouraging and takes a genuine interest in his students' development. Students travel from all areas of the state and some have been returning for almost 20 years for advice. His knowledge has allowed him to diverse his instruction to suit students of all levels."

Warren will go on to represent NSW in the national awards to be conducted early next year.