15 new inductees join this year’s list, compiled by GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers Credentials Committee; GOLF’s “Top 100 Teachers in America” is the industry standard for recognizing excellence in coaching
New York, NY – GOLF Magazine and GOLF.com, the preeminent media destination in the world of golf, is pleased to announce the latest edition of its biennial Top 100 Teachers in America list, continuing GOLF’s legacy of leadership in highlighting America’s most active, committed and accomplished teachers.
First introduced in 1991, GOLF’s ranking of the nation’s top golf instructors sets the bar as the highest standard for teaching professionals. In order to be considered by GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers Credentials Committee, applicants must have dedicated a minimum of 1,500 hours per year teaching and taking part in lesson-related activities. Each candidate’s worthiness is also determined by how they have helped grow the game, through efforts like published articles and videos, research conducted or the development of new training aids. Evidence of student success and references from students or fellow instructors are all taken into consideration.
“As with all our 8AM Golf companies, GOLF magazine and GOLF.com’s goal is to make the game more accessible, more enjoyable, and more fun,” Howard Milstein, Chairman of 8AM Golf and Publisher of GOLF said. “Good teachers and coaches make this possible. That’s why we’re so pleased to recognize the excellence of teachers across America who bring their expertise to golfers of all skill levels.”
“With recreational golf participation at an all-time high, finding the right instructor is more important now than ever,” said Hoyt McGarity, President of 8AM Golf, GOLF’s parent company. “We believe that GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers in America list is the best source for finding quality golf instruction anywhere in the country. We’re proud to provide that information to our readers.”
“I am truly honored and feel a tremendous amount of pride in being named to this prestigious list,” said Kellie Stenzel, Advisor to 8AM Golf and a Top 100 teacher herself. “I’m well aware of just how discerning a compilation this is, and know I would not be here but for the support and confidence of my students.”
Newcomers Making An Impact
This year’s edition of the Top 100 Teachers includes 15 new inductees who share some of their best tips that have helped shape their teaching philosophies. Those instructors are:
- David Armitage – Shell Bay Club, Hallandale Beach, FL
- Jason Carbone – Canterbury Golf Club, Cleveland, OH
- Patrick Coyner – Cherry Hills Country Club, Cherry Hills Village, CO
- Alison Curdt – Wood Ranch Golf Course, Simi Valley, CA
- Wayne Flint – Highland Park Golf Course, Birmingham, AL
- Daniel Gray – Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, Orlando, FL
- Jennifer Hudson – Sankaty Head Golf Club, Siasconset, MA
- Parker McLachlin – McCormick Ranch Golf Cub, Scottsdale, AZ
- Rick Murphy – Greensboro National Golf Club, Summerfield, NC
- Rick Sessinghaus – Chevy Chase Country Club, Glendale, CA
- Rick Silva – Movement 3 Golf, Highland Park, IL
- Christopher Smith – Eugene Country Club, Eugene, OR
- Doug Spencer – NorthStone Country Club, Huntersville, NC
- Monique Thoresz – Quaker Ridge Golf Club, Scarsdale, NY
- Matthew Wilson – Baltusrol Golf Club, Springfield, NJ
The new members of the Top 100 Teachers in America will be officially welcomed to the fold at GOLF’s annual Top 100 Teacher Summit at Cabot Citrus Farms in Brooksville, FL, December 15 –17.
GOLF’s Top 100 ranking also includes a list of those instructors who have been designated with Lifetime Achievement status, as well as Hall of Famers, Alumni Members and a group of innovative rising stars regarded as “Teachers to Watch”.
More information and a full listing of GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers in America can be found here.
About GOLF and GOLF.com
GOLF Magazine, GOLF.com, and its associated digital, video and social media platforms, are the premier media brand for all things golf. GOLF Magazine reaches an audience of 4.2 million people, while more than 6 million people engage with the brand across our GOLF.com and GOLF social channels. GOLF’s celebrated franchise includes the GOLF Top 100 Courses (including World and U.S. editions); GOLF’s Top 100 Courses You Can Play; GOLF’s Top 100 Teachers in America; the GOLF Fix Finder app; and GOLF Films productions. With innovative content covering equipment, instruction, travel and lifestyle, GOLF is the definitive voice of the sport on and off the course, dedicated to enhancing every golfer’s enjoyment of the game.
About 8AM Golf
8AM Golf was established by businessman, philanthropist and golf entrepreneur Howard Milstein as the holding company that oversees his golf businesses—all of which are dedicated to helping golfers at every level enjoy the game more. Renowned entertainer and golf enthusiast Justin Timberlake partnered with 8AM golf in 2020 and is now leading creative initiatives across the 8AM portfolio of companies.
Current 8AM companies include: GOLF Magazine and GOLF.com, the #1 media brands in golf; Nicklaus Companies, the most renowned brand in golf; legendary handmade club maker Miura Golf; True Spec Golf, the leading brand-agnostic club-fitting company; Club Conex, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of adjustable golf club adapter systems; Fairway Jockey, which provides golfers with the ability to buy custom clubs online; 3’s, which combines a fun atmosphere and top-notch hospitality with a quality par-3 course and putting area; T-Squared Social (in partnership with Tiger Woods and Justin Timberlake), a dynamic new concept in food, drink and sports entertainment; Bounty Club (in collaboration with Justin Timberlake), an exclusive 18-hole golf course project near downtown Nashville, and Chirp, a free-to-play gaming app that lets golfers virtually wager on the outcome of pro golf tournaments, rounds, and shots.
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