PGA Professional partners

dedicated instructors supporting our mission

excellence in the game.

service beyond it.

The Warrior’s Journey Golf is strengthened by an active network of PGA and LPGA Professionals who serve as hands on partners in our mission.

These professionals are not honorary names on a list. They commit their time, leadership, and presence to our WAYPOINT experiences and signature events, investing directly in the warriors we serve.

During each WAYPOINT week, our PGA partners walk alongside participants both on and off the course, helping create an environment of excellence, trust, and belonging through the game of golf.

Beyond the course, they serve as ambassadors within the broader golf community, opening doors, building credibility, and expanding awareness of the TWJG mission nationwide.

how our pga professional partners serve

  • Participate in full WAYPOINT experience
  • Mentor and play alongside warriors
  • Help shape the culture and instruction during each experience
  • Represent TWJG within their clubs and professional networks
  • Assist in expanding event partnerships and industry relationships
  • Provide national credibility within the professional golf community

matt cahill pga

Matt serves as the Head Golf Professional at Seminole Golf Club, where he succeeded Bob Ford in 2021. He made his PGA Championship debut in 2023 and finished tied for second in the 2023 PGA Professional Championship, his third career PGA Professional Championship appearance.

As a PGA Professional Partner of The Warrior’s Journey Golf, Matt invests his time during WAYPOINT experiences, mentoring warriors on the course and helping cultivate a culture of excellence and belonging throughout the week.

bob dolan pga

Bob’s distinguished career culminated in his induction into the PGA Hall of Fame. His Middle Atlantic Section accomplishments include the 1996 President’s Award, 1997 PGA Professional of the Year, 1998 Junior Golf Leader, 1999 and 2010 Bill Strausbaugh Award, and the 2004 Professional Development Award.

Through his partnership with The Warrior’s Journey Golf, Bob brings decades of leadership and perspective to WAYPOINT experiences, investing relationally in the warriors we serve and representing the mission within the professional golf community.

bob ford pga

Bob has qualified and played in ten PGA Championships. He is a ten time Tri State Section Player of the Year, the 1988 PGA Professional of the Year, and a PGA Golf Professional Hall of Fame member. Bob served as the Head Professional at Oakmont Country Club for 37 years and at Seminole Golf Club for 21 years.

As a PGA Professional Partner, Bob shares his experience and steady leadership during WAYPOINT weeks, helping create meaningful connection on and off the course while serving as a respected ambassador for TWJG nationwide.

leslie guttenberg lpga

Leslie is a member of the LPGA Teaching and Club Professional Division and a former Northeast LPGA Teacher of the Year. She has been named among the 50 Top Women Teachers in the United States, and Golf Magazine has recognized her as one of the top instructors in the country.

Leslie brings her passion for teaching and mentorship to WAYPOINT experiences, investing personally in the warriors who participate and helping ensure that excellence in instruction supports deeper relational impact.

mark guttenberg pga

Mark has been a PGA Member since 1977 and competed full time on the PGA Tour in 1982. He was ranked by Golf Digest as the number one instructor in the state of Virginia for eight consecutive years and has been named Mid Atlantic PGA Teacher of the Year.

As a PGA Professional Partner of TWJG, Mark contributes his experience and leadership during WAYPOINT weeks, walking alongside warriors and strengthening the mission through both instruction and personal investment.

russ holden pga

Russ was a collegiate All American at Malone University and has played on the European PGA Tour and throughout the United States. He has qualified three times for the PGA Club Professional Championship and currently coaches World Golf Hall of Famer Dennis Walters.

As Director of Golf for The Warrior’s Journey Golf, Russ leads the integration of PGA Professionals into each WAYPOINT experience, ensuring that every event reflects excellence in the game and intentional care for the warriors we serve.

steve parker pga

Steve is a Northern Ohio PGA Past President and Hall of Fame Member. He is a five time qualifier for the PGA Professional Championship and a two time qualifier for the PGA Senior Professional Championship.

Through his involvement with TWJG, Steve invests his time and leadership into WAYPOINT experiences, helping create a steady and encouraging presence for warriors both on the course and throughout the week.

rob schaal pga

Rob has been a Member of the PGA of America for 48 years. He was named New Jersey PGA Teacher of the Year in 2002 and has competed on both the PGA Tour and PGA Tour Champions. He qualified and played in the 2002 Senior US Open.

As a PGA Professional Partner, Rob contributes his experience and mentorship during WAYPOINT experiences, supporting warriors through instruction, presence, and ongoing advocacy within the golf community.

jack shoenfelt pga

Jack was recently inducted into the South Florida PGA Hall of Fame and is the owner of the Oriole Golf Club. He is an accomplished competitor, winning the South Florida PGA Senior Championship, captaining a Challenge Cup team, and earning Southern Chapter Player of the Year honors.

Through his partnership with The Warrior’s Journey Golf, Jack serves as an active participant in WAYPOINT experiences, investing relationally in warriors and helping extend the mission throughout the South Florida golf community.