A Connecticut golfer is swinging his way into the big time by qualifying for the PGA Championship this week.

Peter Ballo is one of the assistant pros at Silvermine Golf Club and comes from a family dedicated to the sport.

Ballo's father was in a few majors on the tour, and he says his mother was a very good golfer. His brother is one of the pros in Westchester.

The PGA Championship began Thursday in South Carolina.