I grew up in Blacksburg, Virginia, a small college town in the Blue Ridge Mountains. No one in my family played golf, so my chances of getting into the game were slim. There was, however, a local nine-hole college course where I largely taught myself how to play until the age of 17.

What felt like destiny came when I became close friends with a golfer who is now my best friend. Through him, I was introduced to the world of golf. Around that same time, I met an incredible PGA Professional named Steve Prater, who remains one of the most influential mentors in my life. His encouragement and guidance went far beyond golf—he taught me invaluable lessons about life as well. From that moment on, I was hooked.

Within a year, I became a single-digit handicap player and earned multiple top-10 finishes in tournaments across the nation. In high school, I joined the varsity golf team alongside several outstanding players, all coached by Steve. Together, we went on to win three consecutive Virginia state championships.

Coming from a family with strong academic expectations, my path ultimately led me toward education. I pursued business and engineering degrees from George Washington University and Cornell University. Despite this, my passion for golf never faded. In 2010, I earned my teaching license from the United States Golf Teachers Federation and have remained in good standing ever since.

I am currently a teaching professional at Pinecrest Golf Course in Alexandria, Virginia. I combine my playing experience with my engineering and analytical background to help students understand not just what they do in their golf swing, but why they do it.

I approach coaching in a systematic, logical way that helps golfers learn more efficiently and confidently. I look forward to the opportunity to share my knowledge and passion for the game with you.