My journey in golf began at the age of 7, leading me to join the PGA in 1984 and embark on a professional career with the PGA of America. While financial constraints halted my tour aspirations, I thrived in various North Texas PGA tournaments after acing my PAT test in 1995. Transitioning to teaching in 1986, I honed my craft across esteemed clubs like the Golf Club of Jacksonville and Twin Creeks Golf Club, eventually serving as an instructor at Thorntree Country Club from 2015 to 2017, guiding new members into the intricacies of the game.