INSTRUCTORS
CRAIG HICKS, CPGA, OWNER & INSTRUCTOR TEE 2 GREEN GOLF SERVICES
Originally from Windsor, Ontario, Canada. Craig has competed professionally since 2004 against the best competition in the world. Craig's career is highlighted by 9 professional victories, over 55 Top Ten finishes and named Great Lakes Tour Player of the Year. He has been a member of the Canadian Tour, has qualified to compete in Korn Ferry Tour events.
Craig was fortunate to have received coaching from the David Leadbetter Academy and the Jim McLean Academy and credits that training with his knowledge of the game. Craig is always learning and improving ways to connect and share knowledge with clients. His training helps Craig create an individualized approach to each student's golf swing.
Craig's approach to coaching is to help you better understand YOUR golf swing and to build a more reliable, consistent motion that will help you shoot lower scores and enjoy your time playing golf more. Servicing the community of Southwest Florida, Craig currently works with active touring professionals, competitive collegiate and high school players, as well as people just beginning their journey in golf.
For more information or to schedule your next lesson
Call/Text Craig at (239) 877-1544 or (239) 450-7087
Scott Holden
Master Certified Instructor. Scott is originally from Bradford, Pennsylvania. Scott became associated with David Leadbetter in 1985 while pursuing a career as a touring professional. During Scott's playing career he amassed 45 Top Ten finishes and three victories as a professional. Scott left his professional career behind to pursue his teaching aspirations, first with the PGA of America in 1991, then with the Leadbetter Golf Academy in early 1993. Scott went on to become one of David Leadbetter’s top instructors for over 20 years. During his tenor with the Leadbetter Organization Scott was instrumental in the development of The Leadbetter Junior Golf Academy in 1994 and has overseen academy operations as the academy director of seven Leadbetter Academies in the U.S., Canada, and Japan. His experience with golf instruction is deep and varied having assisted David Leadbetter with numerous PGA, LPGA, AJGA, European, top-ranked amateur players, and has conducted numerous golf outings and clinics of all sizes.
Pat Williams
Originally from Toronto, Ontario, Canada Patrick grew up playing golf at the Donalda Club in Toronto. He was a highly ranked Junior player in his home province of Ontario, representing Team Ontario in multiple events like the Canadian Junior Amateur Championship and the Canada Summer Games. Patrick also represented CJGA Team Canada at the World Golf Championship at Torrey Pines in La Jolla, California.
In 2008, Patrick attended Florida Gulf Coast University to play on the Men's Golf Team. In 2010, Patrick won the Stetson/CFSC Invitational and became the programs first ever Atlantic Sun Conference Men's Golfer of the Month for November 2010.
Patrick turned professional in 2015 and has been competing professionally ever since. His career is highlighted with multiple victories on tours such as the West Florida Golf Tour. He has also competed internationally, having had status on PGA Tour Canada and PGA LatinAmericas Tour.
During his playing career Patrick has worked with some of Ontario's and Florida's top golf instructors; more specifically he has worked with Tee 2 Green's Master Instructor - Scott Holden. As a professional, Patrick has learned a great deal about not only his own golf swing but on coaching and instruction techniques to help others improve their game.
testimonials
“This is the best swing lesson I have ever had. And I have had many. The video, narrative, swing aids, and results have already paid incredible golf dividends. Sharon and I played 9 holes yesterday with a couple friends and the VERY positive results were instantaneous and remarkable!” “I will continue work and will spread this miracle all over campus here at Wilderness”
Larry Schultz
“The soft spoken teaching pro Craig Hicks knows exactly what he’s doing and transfers his honed skills in a positive and tech savvy method.” “Craig quickly and professionally broke down the bad habits and never turned back.” “I can’t tell you how much confidence Craig has installed into my game.”
Joe H - snowbird from Decatur, Illinois
“That was the best golf lesson I’ve had in recent memory! I appreciate the video and practice thoughts.”
Tom L
“With Craig’s experience as an instructor and professional golfer; any golfer, at any skill level would benefit from taking lessons from him”
Terri c
“Based on Craig’s knowledge of the game, he was able to transform me from barely able to hit a golf ball off the tee to being able to begin playing Par 3’s in just a few weeks. He has great insight and patience. I would highly recommend him to anyone starting golf.”
Ken S 72 year-old Golfer
“Since my last lesson I have played three rounds; as you expected I am driving the ball 20+ yards further……I am also hitting my irons further too and will need a few rounds to get my distances recalibrated….. a good problem to have!!” Thank you Scott!
Woody
“I am playing so much better. I am hitting it straighter and farther off the tee than ever before.”