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Haggin Oaks
3645 Fulton Ave.
Sacramento, CA 95821 | Bing Maloney
6801 Freeport Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95822 |
Haggin Oaks Instructors
Shaun Barnes - PGA Professional
Shaun Barnes first started playing golf when he was 10 years old,
playing with his father and brother. Shaun and his brother played at
Haggin Oaks in the Junior Golf program in the early 1980's but he never
took the game too seriously until 10 years later while earning an A.S. degree in Physical Therapy in Loma Linda University. Shaun believes the most important element of coaching golf is the
ability to make learning the game fun for the student. "If I am having
fun during the coaching of the student, then in turn, I believe the
student will have fun. My coaching caters to the student's own
abilities to help them develop proper fundamentals to maximize their
potential and reach their goals."
Shaun's teaching philosophy is that for any golfer, new or
accomplished, the game is best learned from the green to the tee. In
sequential order of learning the different parts of the game, Shaun's
approach in coaching is: putting, chipping, pitch shots (bunkers),
full swing irons, full swing fairway metals, driving, playing the game,
trouble shots and course management. His approach also includes
finding out the characteristics of each student by asking specific
questions appropriate to the situation. According to Shaun, "I need to
fully understand the student and know what learning style (visual,
auditory or kinesthetic) each student excels at. I coach a strong base
of fundamentals (grip, aim and setup), and the process (In-swing
motion), which will produce desirable outcomes. Coaching the student
to be mindful of what they are doing and why they are doing it will
allow them to become their own coach with the ability to self-analyze
and self-correct."
Greg Ciavarelli - PGA Professional
Greg is a Class “A” P.G.A. Professional and a graduate of Methodist University’s P.G.M. Program in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, he started golfing at the age of 7 years old and fell in love with golf at a young age. Greg keeps teaching and fitting simple, believing in basic fundamentals as the foundation of great golfers. He strives to teach his students to not only master their swings, but to master their short game and course management abilities. By creating better golfers and not just golf swings, Greg helps his students enjoy playing the game they already love even more. Whether you are a beginning golfer who is just learning the game, or someone who is trying to break 80 for the first time, Greg’s laid back and simple approach can help all golfers achieve their goals. His passion for the game is apparent in every lesson and fitting and is something he shares with each and every student. Greg has many years experience fitting all of the major brands of golf clubs. Greg is also certified on the Trackman Launch Monitor and Science and Motion (S.A.M) Putt Lab.
Marcus Judge PGA Professional
Marcus was born and raised on the East Coast of England, learning to
play golf starting at the age of 15. He earned a Bachelors Degree in
Actuarial Science but interestingly enough, chose a career as a golf
professional. Marcus came to the United States in 1999 when he expanded a British Golf Market Research Company, creating its first international office. In March of 2002, he joined the Haggin Oaks Team, worked on his game, and passed the PGA of America's Playing Ability Test. During the next few years, Marcus worked through the PGA of America's apprentice program, becoming a Class A PGA Member in January 2010, now making him a member of an elite group of skilled professional dedicated to the game of golf. Marcus strongly believes that everyone has their own individual swing because there is not a "Cookie Cutter Approach" to learning the game of golf. He works hard to get to know his students so he is able to help them achieve success as quickly as possible.
Dick McShane Tenured Golf Professional
After retiring from the Air Force, Dick joined the teaching staff at
Haggin Oaks as an instructor in 1981 and has been an instructor ever
since. During that period of time he has attended countless golf
schools, teaching workshops and PGA Teaching and Coaching Summits.
Some of the highlight workshops he has attended are:
- Teaching the New Player and Highly Skilled Player
- Teaching the Lady Player
- Correcting Common Problems
- Do we Teach a Method or to the Individual's Differences?
- Teaching Juniors
- How does a fine junior player work towards attaining a college scholarship?
Dick is a certified club fitter for Ping, Titleist, Adams, Henry
Griffitts, Tour Edge and Wilson Golf Club Manufacturer's. He is a man
of many talents but has been heavily involved teaching Haggin Oaks
Junior Camps. He was instrumental in starting the “California Eagle”
Program in 1985 which earned him a “Community Service Award” honor for
his work with the Special Olympic Down's Syndrome and Cerebral Palsey
community. Dick also teaches adult class lessons for the “Learning
Exchange”, where he has taught over 6,000 students.
He can regularly be seen on the tee giving private lessons to men,
women, seniors and juniors. He has been recognized by Sacramento
Magazine as one of the top 25 Teachers in Northern California and he is
well known for his patience, understanding and friendly manner. Even
though he has a wealth of knowledge and experience, his philosophy is
to keep golf instruction simple and easy to understand. He endeavors to
create an atmosphere of fun and enjoyment. He proudly works with each
student to help them design a personal improvement program.
Don Pottle Tenured Golf Professional
Don joined the Haggin Oaks Team in 1996 and became a
certified teaching professional in 1997. His knowledge of the golf
swing and other facets of the game combined with his experience as a
coprorate manager and trainer have enabled him to be a confident,
effective and successful teaching professional.
Don has attended numerous golf schools, player
development workshops and teaching seminars conducted by some of the
worlds most acclaimed Golf Professionals:
- United States Golf Teachers Federation
- Natural Golf School
- Deve Pelz Short Game School
- Sport Psychologist Dr. Glen Albaugh
- PGA Player - Tecaher Development Forums
- Teaching Seminars with Dr. Gary Wiren, Chuck Hogan and Butch Harmon
- Slazenger Clubfitting School
He is blessed with the ability to put his students at
ease and make the learning experience fun and enjoyable. He teaches
private and group lessons for men and women of all ages.
Dave Stockly PGA Professional
David is a PGA Class A Professional with fifteen years experience
who is skilled at helping golfers of all ability levels improve their
performance. A two-time PING Clubfitter of the Year, David is able to
assist with all facets of the game: approach, mechanics, equipment, and
maintainign a great attitude! His approrach to teaching begins from the ground up. With the focus
on a balanced athletic swing and David's friendly motivation style, the
results will be conaistency and solid golf shots.
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Driving:
Bing Maloney Instructors
Ben Hanson PGA Professional
Ben Hanson is a Class A member of the PGA and a graduate of Professional Golf Management program at Methodist University. Currently, he is finishing his Master program in Sports Science/Coaching from the University of Akron.
Ben has worked at several award winning facilities across the country. In the summers of 2005 & 2006 he was the intern at Haggin Oaks, teaching group lessons, individual instruction, First Tee Camps, and club fitting. In 2007, Ben decided to go back to school to complete his Masters in Sports Science/Coaching in Akron, Ohio. While attending graduate school Ben was the assistant golf professional at Firestone Country Club. This is the home of the PGA Tour’s Bridgestone Invitational. After his time in Ohio, Ben was offered a position in Charlotte, NC to work at the Dana Rader Golf School, a top 25 Golf School in the country. Ben trained and studied under Dana Rader, a Top 100 Teacher as listed in Golf Magazine and a Top 50 Teacher according to Golf Digest.
As the Golf Professional at Bing Maloney, Ben teaches every age group wanting to enjoy the game. His approach and methodology in teaching is to build a strong foundation of fundamentals, understanding cause and effect, creating a clear plan of practice, and learning how to PLAY the game.
Laura Martin - LPGA Professional
Laura Martin has been teaching the game of golf since 1982 and has been a member of the LPGA since 1986. She brings over 25 years of teaching experience to her lesson programs. She is a certified club fitter for Henry Griffitts, Titleist and Ping. Martin has attended numerous PGA and LPGA seminars taught by world-renowned golf teaching instructors, including Jim McLean, Manual del Torre, Jim Flick, Fred Shumacher and Dr. DeeDee Owens.
In 1994, Laura Martin was named one of the "Top 50 Instructors" by Golf for Women magazine. Martin enjoys working with groups, particularly beginners or groups of women. Her lessons include short-game skills as well as the full swing. She often provides on-course instruction. |