Stephen Yanitski
| Current Golf Facility: | Valley Ridge GC |
| Member Classification: | Assistant Professional |
| Education Background: | BEd, BPE |
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| 2023 Top 100 Program Points 2022 Top 100 Program Points | 2021 Top 100 Program Points 2020 Top 100 Program Points |
PROfile
Home facilities have included Jagare Ridge GC, Royal Mayfair GC, and Valley Ridge GC
Melissa’s husband, Charlie’s Dad
PGA Member since 2015
Fan of Tiger, the Jays, Flames & Raptors
Golden Bears Golf (2013-2017) Trojans Golf (2018-2023)
| Q. What do you enjoy most about the game and the business of golf? I enjoy the variety in playing different golf courses and tournaments, and I also value the relationships built with the amazing people in the industry. |
| Q. What or who influenced you in becoming a Golf Professional? The professional staff at Jagare Ridge GC encouraged me to become a Golf Professional while I was the outside services manager there. |
| Q. What would you be doing if you weren’t a Golf Professional? Physical Education Teacher |
| Q. What is your favourite golf course in the world? The Wilderness Club in Montana |
| Q. Who is your favourite PGA Tour player? Tiger Woods |
| Q. What is the first club you take out of your bag on the driving range? PW |
| Q. What is the most number of holes of golf you have played in one day? 72 |
| Q. What significant accomplishments are you most proud of? Being hired as the head coach of the SAIT Trojans golf team, Graduating with my BPE and BEd, Passing my PAT |
| Q. What other interests, hobbies and passions can you share? Hobbies include baseball, hockey, and travel. Passions include teaching/coaching, junior golf, and community recreation/sport |
