Don has over 25 years of experience as a Golf Professional in the St. Louis area.

Don has extensive experience giving private and group lessons to golfers of all ages and skill-levels. By using the latest technologies, assessing his student’s physical strengths and weaknesses and keeping it fun, Don is able to help any player take their game to the next level.

Don is always striving to improve his craft. He has worked with some of the best and most well-known teachers in the game including Hank Haney, Jim McLean, Michael Breed, Mike Adams, James Sieckman and Mike Bender.


In just a few lessons, Don had me hitting the ball better than I have in years.
— Andy L. - St. Peters, MO

Awards and certifications

  • 2003: Recipient of the PGA Acushnet Scholarship for academic excellence

  • 2005: Elected to the PGA President’s Council for his contributions in growing the game

  • National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) certified

  • Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified

  • V1 Certified Instructor

  • American Development Model (ADM) certified

  • PGA.coach certified