Stories

See video The Faces of Golf
Golf is more than just a game. It is a job to 2 million Americans in a diverse range of jobs and professions across several industries. It is a critical workforce to the American economy and to local communities around the nation. Here are a few of their stories.
Nicolas “Nico” Sanchez
El Salvador native brings love of cooking to the United States, bringing creative recipes to his facility, and using his skills to raise funds for charities.
Roy Pace
A former PGA professional returns home to the Alpine Target Golf Center in Longview, partnering with others to run a thriving local facility.
Linda McCann
Making the calls that bring business to the course, McCann drives success as sales manager for the Treetops Resort in Northern Michigan.
Hamilton Lopes
A Bronx high schooler discovers his dream job at Bethpage State Park, turning a internship into a career while exploring the other opportunities of the golf industry.
Billy Hill
Talkative ambassador helps others enjoy themselves at the Hillandale Golf Course in Durham, N.C., providing each patron with a smile and a personal touch.
Kristen Franco
A recent college grad brings her love of hospitality management and event planning to the Bear Lakes Country Club in West Palm Beach, where she is a member of the Bear Lakes' Manager in Training (MIT) program.
Greg Kunkel
Caddie master expresses the joys of the supportive membership of Sunset Ridge in Northfield, Ill, carrying on the rich tradition of the club.