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Sean W. Saunders
Educated at and trained professional in golf management and instruction.
Cell 712-899-2079
sws@golfbysean.com
Home Address
1631 E. Kerr St.
Springfield, MO 65803
Seeking a position as an instructor or coach in the golf industry, which would make use of my proven abilities to teach.
OBJECTIVE
To apply my knowledge and expertise as a golf instructor. To enroll in the PGA Apprentice Program and pursue my passion for golf.
SUMMARY
June, 2008 - CurrentGolf Etc.  Springfield, MO
http://www.golfetcspringfield.com/
Teaching Professional / Sales Associate
June, 2008 - CurrentDeer Lake Golf Course  Springfield, MO
http://www.deerlakegolf.com/
Teaching Professional
Apr., 2007 - May 2008Brookings Country Club / The Golf Shop  Brookings, SD
http://www.BrookingsCC.com
Teaching Professional
  • Introduced private facility to state of the art video instruction
  • Collaborated ladies clinics teaching all areas of golf including rules and etiquette
  • Promoted SWS Golf to local businesses and golf courses
  • Developed www.golfbysean.com website
  • Taught over 200 lessons in a 4 month season increasing profits of over 150% from previous year
  • Set-up the Vector Pro Launch Monitor System at The Golf Shop & mentored owner
Jan., 2007 - Jan., 2008South Dakota State University Housing  Brookings, SD
Residential Life

Aug., 2006 - Dec., 2006Golf Headquarters  Sioux City, IA
Sales Associate
  • Facilitated the sale of merchandise
  • Assisted customers by answering questions pertaining to merchandise
  • Conducted golf club fittings and repairs
May, 2006 - Dec., 2006South Ridge Golf Academy / Deer Run Golf Course  South Sioux City, NE / Hinton, IA
Teaching Professional
  • Utilized state of the art video instruction for camps, clinics, and individual lessons
  • Coordinated and instructed junior golf camps and adult clinics
Apr., 2005 - Apr., 2006Sioux City Country Club  Sioux City, IA
http://www.sccountryclub.com
Assistant Golf Professional
  • Responsible for promoting the game of golf at the club by providing excellent service for Membership and Guests and providing assistance to the Head Golf Professional
  • Trained golf shop staff and outside service employees on professionalism and golf course operations
  • Instructed and coordinated clinics, lessons, and junior golf program
  • Organized and performed successful tournaments such as the Cottonwood Classic Member/Guest event
  • Conducted golf club fittings and repairs
  • Performed inventory adjustments and merchandising for the golf shop
  • Staff Scheduling
Sept., 2004 - Mar., 2005Trilogy Golf Club  Gilbert, AZ
http://www.trilogygolfclub.com/powerranch
Guest Service Professional
Feb., 2004 - Apr., 2004Golfsmith  Chandler, AZ
http://www.golfsmith.com/ps/retail_store.php?store_number=026
Cashier
EXPERIENCE
PGA PGM Accelerated Programs, Port St. Lucie, FL
http://www.pgalinks.com/
  • Successfully Passed Level 1 Checkpoint - March, 2008
  • Successfully Passed Level 2 Checkpoint - April, 2008

San Diego Golf Academy, April, 2005, Chandler, AZ
http://www.sdga.edu/
Applied/Occupational Associate Degree in Golf Complex Operations and Management
  • Concentrated in Golf Professional and General Golf Management
  • Graduated top 2% of class with 3.8 / 4.0 G.P.A.
  • Achieved certificates in teaching, club repair, and tournament operations
  • Awarded Players Credentials

Morningside College, December, 2003, Sioux City, IA
http://www.morningside.edu/
B.S. Degree in Physical Education, Psychology Minor, and Coaching Authorization
  • G.P.A - 3.4 / 4.0
  • Golf Team Captain
  • Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Honor Society
  • Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges
  • Delta Sigma Phi National Social Fraternity: Philanthropy Committee Chair
EDUCATION
  • Passed PGA Playing Ability Test September 29, 2006
  • Played professionally on the Pepsi Tour during the summer of 2004 in Scottsdale, AZ
  • A four year Letterman at Morningside College and Concordia University
  • Morningside College Golf Team Captain for 2002 and 2003 seasons
  • Awarded Midlands Collegiate Athletic Conference All-Conference honors
  • Received Eagle Award for leadership and dedication to Morningside College Golf
  • Received GPAC Pflieger-Olsen Scholar Athlete Award
  • Awarded best season average and Booster Club Athlete of the Week in 2000
GOLF ACCOMPLISHMENTS
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Determined and Motivated to Learn
  • Goal Oriented
  • Organized and Punctual
  • Pleasant Personality
STRENGTHS
  • Tim L. Eberlein, TGAA Director, (480) 857-1574
  • Richard Iorio, SDGA Director, (760) 734-1208
  • Mitch Merrill, Master Golf Professional, Sioux City Country Club, (712) 277-4612
  • John C. Reynders, Morningside College President, (712) 274-5100
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