Experienced Golf Professional with 35 years in the field of golf operations and high performance coaching & instruction, strategic planning, management and peripheral responsibilities of the sport. Dynamic industry leader with strong relationship-building skills.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Coaching & High Performance
Mickelson National Golf Club
01.2021 - Current
Attend management leadership team meetings to enhance all aspects of golf club operations.
Mentoring and coaching PGA Canada golf professionals in all aspects of operations.
Increased athlete performance levels through personalized coaching strategies tailored to individual strengths and needs.
Initiated and helped organize the 1st annual Mickelson National Invitational golf tournament
Established a positive team culture by promoting sportsmanship, respect, and open communication among athletes and staff.
Raised funds for equipment upgrades, travel expenses, and scholarship opportunities through various fundraising efforts.
Enhanced coaching program effectiveness by developing and implementing innovative training techniques.
Provincial Head Coach
Alberta Golf
01.2005 - 12.2021
Responsible for all coaching duties for HP provincial players
Work closely with CEO and staff to design and implement high performance training opportunities for male and female players of all ages
Travel to national championships coaching and supporting top players in Alberta
Mentoring and training coaches Design and run off-season and in-season training camps
Act as provincial liaison with national coaches and other provincial coaches
Instrumental in developing and delivering the Strive For Excellence training program for high performance juniors
Director of Golf
Edge School
09.2005 - 08.2020
Developed and managed program since inception
Responsible for all aspects of golf program at private sports school
Designed programs based on LTAD principles and provide instruction and coaching to golf students from grades 5-12
Responsible for development of budgets and maintaining expenses
Produce high performance athletes prepared for post secondary competition
CPGA Teaching Professional
Heritage Pointe Golf Academy
03.2000 - 12.2005
Taught a wide range of lesson programs including private, semi-private. group and corporate instruction for members of Heritage Pointe and the general public
Represented facility at various professional tournaments
CPGA Class A Golf Professional
Pinebrook Golf & Country Club
01.1987 - 02.2000
Managed all aspects of pro shop operations including lesson programs, inventory management, golf shop staff, club tournaments, back shop services, as well as representing Club in golf tournaments.
Taught Maximum Golf and Soft Touch for over 10 years at various facilities in Calgary
Increased club membership retention through exceptional customer service and strong Club culture.
Mentored assistant professionals in their career development, sharing knowledge on teaching methods and industry best practices.
Grounds Crew Staff
Various Golf Facilities
05.1980 - 10.1986
Followed instructions, both orally and written from the Superintendent regarding daily job tasks and duties
Responsible for setting up golf course for daily play
Education
Faculty of Kinesiology - Physical Education
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
Skills
Vast golf instruction skills
High performance golf coach
Youth mentor
Extensive sports knowledge
CDC certification
High level competitive record
Budgeting and finance experience
Extremely organized
Tournament procedures
Motivational Leadership
Accomplishments
Named the 2019 "Coach of the Year" by the PGA of Alberta
Named “Junior Leader of the Year” by the Alberta PGA in 2004, 2005 and 2007
Have attended and contributed to numerous coaching seminars and workshops
Named “Top 50 Golf Instructors in Canada” by the National Post in 2005
Coached the Alberta Men's Provincial team to 5 Willingdon Cup victories from 2004-2018
Coached the Alberta Junior Boys' provincial team to multiple top three finishes from 2002-2018
Current member of the PGA of Alberta Tournament Committee
Playing Record
42 professional victories
2023 PGA of Alberta Team Match Play Champion
2020 PGA of Alberta Seniors' Champion
Former member Canadian Tour
2001 Alberta PGA Player of the Year
Won the 1998 Alberta PGA Championship
Won the 1990 Canadian PGA Assistants Championship
Timeline
Director of Coaching & High Performance
Mickelson National Golf Club
01.2021 - Current
Director of Golf
Edge School
09.2005 - 08.2020
Provincial Head Coach
Alberta Golf
01.2005 - 12.2021
CPGA Teaching Professional
Heritage Pointe Golf Academy
03.2000 - 12.2005
CPGA Class A Golf Professional
Pinebrook Golf & Country Club
01.1987 - 02.2000
Grounds Crew Staff
Various Golf Facilities
05.1980 - 10.1986
Faculty of Kinesiology - Physical Education
University of Saskatchewan
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