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With an exceptional background in teaching golfers of all levels, Phil has dedicated his career to enhancing the skills and enjoyment of the game for his students. He has taught over 25,000 lessons, establishing himself as one of the most comprehensive coaches in the country, specializing in swing technique and motor learning.
Phil's accomplishments include being named the NEPGA Teacher of the Year and recognized by Golf Digest as one of the Best Teachers in the State. He has also shared his expertise as a speaker at the TPI World Golf Fitness Conference.
In the early stages of his career, Phil immersed himself in the world of elite golf instruction, working closely with some of the top professionals in the field. He served as a Personal Assistant to Jim McLean, and worked closely with Jack Nicklaus' coach Jim Flick. Phil also dedicated countless hours to learning from renowned instructors such as Bob Toski, Jimmy Ballard, Greg Rose, and Joey D. This extensive training of a wide array of teaching philosophy's with golf’s finest has profoundly influenced his coaching approach and expertise.
His certifications are extensive, boasting TPI Golf Level 3, Golf Motor Learning & Coaching (2023), SOMA Golf Level 3 (Fascia movement for rotational sports), US Kids Certified Instructor, and various other certifications. He is a former Master Instructor at the Jim McLean Golf School, and traveled the country conducting golf schools as a Certified Nicklaus/Flick Instructor.
Phil has coached levels of all players that include: PGA & LPGA Tour winners, NCAA Conference Champions, multiple Club Champions and countless beginners.
Phil boasts a competitive playing background with two victories in NEPGA Section events, and a low tournament round of 65. He played four years of Division 1 NCAA golf at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where the team was conference champions. Phil continues to nurture his passion for the game, enjoying both playing and traveling to experience golf around the world..
