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Being surrounded by golf from an early age, Craig has been a fixture around the Saskatoon golf community for the past 15 years. Joining the PGA of Canada in 2003 and obtaining his ‘Class A’ certification in 2013, Craig has had the opportunity to work with thousands of golfers, ranging from beginner to advanced. Ensuring an easy-to-follow lesson plan, Craig’s number one goal is for each student to walk away with the ability to apply what they have learned during their lesson and apply it on the golf course. Craig will guide you through a fun, comfortable, interactive lesson leaving you with the confidence to help improve your golf game. Students will have the ability to sharpen their skills in all areas of their game including short game, putting, bunker play and much more.

cprentice@willowsgolf.com

Born and raised in Shaunavon, Hannah is the newest member of The Willows teaching academy, having successfully earned her PGA of Canada professional status in the summer of 2022. However, she’s become one of the Club’s most well-known staff members, having began working in the proshop in the summer of 2017. She brings a vast competitive background to the Willows Teaching Academy, wearing Saskatchewan’s colours on multiple occasions at national championships, while competing alongside some of Canada’s greatest female golfers. Having recently completed her degree in Kinesiology at the University of Saskatchewan, Hannah hopes to share her knowledge with others on how the body moves to help them better understand the golf swing.

She’s one of only a handful of female professionals in her home province of Saskatchewan who are helping to grow the game. Her goal is to help give confidence to beginner female golfers of all ages through proper instruction in a friendly, encouraging environment. Away from the course, Hannah is also an experienced dance instructor, specializing in ballet. When she was 12 years old, she attended the Royal Winnipeg Ballet School.

Steve grew up in rural Saskatchewan and found golf to be a passion at an early age. Graduating from the Golf Management program in Lethbridge Alberta, he successfully joined the PGA of Canada in 2001 and completed his Class A status in 2003. Teaching and Coaching golf to all ages is his undeniable passion. Recently, as Head Golf Coach for Team Saskatchewan, he has attended multiple Canadian Junior Championships and the 2022 Canada Summer Games. Steve brings a wealth of knowledge and a super-fun personality to the Willows Professional Team.

Clinton has been a PGA of Canada member since 1993 and has taught thousands of golf lessons in his career. He takes a flexible approach to teaching, taking into account that everyone is unique in how they move with the club. With the use of today’s modern technology Clinton believes he can make any level of player enjoy the game more and improve their skills. In addition to focusing on your golf swing Clinton believes that to be the best player you can be you need to look at nutrition, fitness, and the mind.
Along with teaching Clinton has been helping clients get fit into the correct equipment. He is certified with most major brands and with the use of our Flightscope technology he can ensure you get clubs custom-designed to fit you.

cschmaltz@willowsgolf.com

Mitch has a long history as a competitive player, and now he’s giving back to the game as a coach and teacher. Born and raised just north of Calgary, Mitch has competed among some of Canada’s best golfers, representing his home province of Alberta in team play, and owns two provincial gold medals from his days as a junior.
Mitch officially joined the PGA of Canada in the spring of 2021 after discovering his passion for coaching. He understands the value of hard work, and the frustration which can (and likely will) occur for every golfer, regardless of skill level. That’s why he believes developing a healthy relationship with the game, regardless of experience, is the key to becoming a better golfer. His goal as an instructor is the same goal you have — whether it’s to cure that pesky slice, or get dialed in for a big tournament, he’s committed to helping you succeed. Keeping up with his mission to grow the game, Mitch is also the founder of Clubhouse Golf Academy, which offers a wide range of lesson programs and event nights that are geared for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Away from the course, Mitch is a die-hard Calgary Flames fan and a terrible watercolour painter who can often be heard saying “it’s been a day.”

mbach@willowsgolf.com

Cody began golfing at a young age and has loved it ever since. Cody joined the PGA of Canada in 2019 and is working on obtaining his Class A status. He believes that everyone can enjoy golf and reach their highest potential through fitness, diet, practice and play. Cody’s view on lessons is to make sure every student understands why the golf ball does what it does and how making small adjustments can have a big impact. “At the end of the day, I want my students to be able to take the information from a lesson and be able to understand to a point where they can work on the range with confidence and enjoy every round of golf they play”.
Golf is a sport that takes time and repetition for you to feel confident and Cody is there to work through the process with you whether it be on the putting green, chipping green, driving range or at a table to discuss course management and mental game aspects. Cody is ready to get all types of players feeling and playing their best.

ccallaway@willowsgolf.com