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The 1st Americas Golf Coach Tournament

The 1st Americas Golf Coach Tournament took place on May 5th, 2013, at the Classic Club in Palm Desert .  This teaching competition delivered some fantastic results on a tough golf course.  64 PGA Members showed up and went to work.  Hoping to take home $4,600 first prize and be crowned the first Americas Golf Coach.

To see 64 of the best teaching pros in the country on the range teaching was a sight to see.  This was the first event of its kind, and again, it was historic.  Reading the testimonies from the participants this event delivered on so many levels.  The PGA is committed to excellence and growing the game.  This teaching competition will only get better.

It’s common to hear that people have a driving range swing, a golf course swing and tournament swing.  They’re all totally different.  Having coaches with the participants every step of the way allowed students to bring their driving range swing to the course. We witnessed people playing golf better than they ever thought possible.

The Classic Club is a PGA Tour facility and was a difficult test of golf.  The weather was perfect at 82 degrees, with a slight breeze from the left.  In the end, it was Matt Newby, from GolfTec in El Segundo, that walked away as the winning coach.  His student, Richard Mills fired a 42 gross, 32 net to win by 2 shots over 3 other students.

Everything from the Classic Club, the brunch and Troon Golf did not disappoint us. The students loved the event so much they requested a reunion for the same time next year.  It was really great to be a part of such a historic teaching event and meet so many great individuals.

I hope you can join us for our next day of fun and learning.  Trust in your PGA Professionals and let him/her show you the way.

 

AGC Golf Tournament Results

 

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PGA/LPGA Pro

  • 1) Matt Newby  GolfTec   $4,600
  • 2) Michael McFaul  Riviera CC  $1665
  • 2) Mike Ellis  Faldo Institute  $1665
  • 2) Jeff Kopchia  Roger Dunn SA  $1665
  • 5) Jack Crosley  Vintage Club  $800
  • 5) Jack Gibson  La Quinta CC  $800
  • 5) Bob Shirey Hunter Ranch  $800
  • 5) Kurt Donahou  Titleist  $800
  • 5) Patrick Shaw  Bajamar  $800
  • 5) Tim Skophammer  Empire Lakes  $800
  • 11) Gary Gentile Teaching Pro  $250
  • 11) Lani MacKay  Mountain Gate CC  $250
  • 11) Lee Sanudo  El Camino CC  $250
  • 11) Adam Farino  Tin Cup Center  $250
  • 15) Sean Lani  Black Gold GC  $100
  • 15) Robb Nunn  Lake Forest  $100
  • 15) Randy Reznicek  Twin Oaks  $100
  • 15) David Sanges  Teaching Pro  $100
  • 15) Dale Shaw  Teaching Pro  $100

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Student

  • Richard Mills  Net score  32  $500
  • Miguel Ortiz   Net score  34
  • Gil Armour   Net score   34
  • Glenn Humphyreys  Net score  34
  • Gerald Lawton   Net score  35
  • James Van Houten  Net score 35
  • Herb Simon  Net score  35
  • Ed Adair   Net score  35
  • Jim Digrado  Net score  35
  • Bart Dixon   Net Score  35
  • Duff Danials  Net Score  36
  • Al Regnier Net Score   36
  • John LoGiudice  Net Score  36
  • Thomas Iniquez  Net Score  36
  • Ron Lalonde   Net Score  37
  • Scott Aguilar  Net score  37
  • Tony Martinouvich  Net Score  37
  • George Gallegos  Net Score  37
  • Student Joe Sanders  Net Score  37

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The Classic Club Photos

Pro Testimonials

[box type=”shadow”]I absolutely loved the event.  Thanks so much for your efforts in organizing this.

If you have this event again in the future, I will strongly recommend that the other high handicappers in my golf club consider participating.  This was DEFINITELY worthwhile.

Thanks,
Gil Armour[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]I had a great time with my player Tony..  I think an event like this forces one to be extremely creative and flexible with the style and how you adapt to the player..  I will forward my player’s email as he was extremely pleased with his experience and how well the event was run…

Hats off to you and your family for putting everything together!!

Let me know whenever you need support again!

All the best,
Sean Lanyi
PGA Golf Professional
Sean Lanyi Golf Instruction
Black Gold Golf Club[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]I’ve been meaning to send you an e-mail and having seen this results email has presented a chance to reply.

I really want to thank you for putting together a great event. The idea behind this type of event is fantastic. My student did not perform well on the course, but I want to let you know that his poor play did not take away from the overall experience. I believe, as an instructor or golf coach, anytime we have an opportunity to spend a day with someone and make positive influence on their game, success may be claimed.

I want to let you know that the idea is fantastic, the day was great for myself and my student, and as for whenever the next event is ready to go. SIGN ME UP!!!

Thanks a million for everything. I think you’ve created a great new way to reveal undiscovered paths for the future of player development.

Benjamin W. Schillig
1st Assistant Golf Professional
The Club at Morningside[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]I was hoping to send you a thank you before you thanked us. I had a blast in the event. I’m not just saying that because I won money.  I truly signed up for the event truly because of my love for teaching the game.  Your idea for this event was brilliant!!  Thank you to you, your wife and your Mom. Feel proud my man you did a great job.  I will definitely sign up for the next event.  Take care.

Michael Ellis, PGA
Senior Instructor, Marriott Golf Academy
Marriott’s Shadow Ridge Golf Club[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]Thank you Tim for setting this up!  It was a blast and I’m hoping this event continues for many years to come.

Sincerely,
Cameron. PGA[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]Count me in for October!  Had a great time and look forward to giving you some feedback.  All in all a great event

Steve Hurtig, PGA[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]Thank you so much for such a great event. You can sign me up right now for Oct. Also please thank your wife and mom for all their hard work.

Bob Shirey, PGA[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]Thanks so much for putting it together.  Without your hard work it would of never happened.

My only suggestion is sometime in the future it includes military only or wounded military.  I would love to give back to them for all they do.

Best,
Shawn[/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]Thanks for heading this up, I think the idea is good. Is there a list of the amateurs who won as well? Thanks and see you next time.

John Mason
PGA Director of Instruction
 JC Resorts [/box]

 

[box type=”shadow”]I wanted to thank you personally for hosting and staging the event. You can bet I will be at the next one and those following. The event was not only fantastic but historic.

Thank you for your time.
Happy Golfing and Have A Great Day!

PGA Professional, Robb Nunn[/box]