Joel Griffith
| Current Golf Facility: | Valley Ridge GC |
| Member Classification: | Apprentice |
| Education Background: | Journalism Diploma from SAIT |
| Email Address: | [email protected] |
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| 2024 Top 100 Program Points 2023 Top 100 Program Points |
PROfile
I have been a member of the PGA of Canada since Aug. 2023. Prior to beginning my career as a golf professional at Valley Ridge GC in 2024, I also worked as a pro shop assistant at Inglewood Golf and Curling Club, which is where my interest in joining the PGA of Canada initially began. Having been born and raised in Calgary, Alta., I’ve become quite familiar with our industry and all the professionals that make it tick and could not be happier to be working alongside them.
Off the golf course, I’m fortunate enough to have an amazing family and support system led by my wife, Solana, my son, David, and my parents, Mike and Christine.
Here are some of my notable fun favourites:
NFL team: Seattle Seahawks (Geno Smith for MVP)
NHL team: Calgary Flames
NCAA: Oklahoma Sooners
MLB team: Seattle Mariners
NBA team: Any team but the Toronto Raptors
Music artist: Coldplay
Food: Any kind of seafood
Movie: The Departed
Actor: Leonardo DiCaprio
| Q. What do you enjoy most about the game and the business of golf? No two days are the same. Both on any day at work or in any round of golf, you’re always in for a new experience. |
| Q. What or who influenced you in becoming a Golf Professional? Chris Paskin, Stephen Yanitski, Jeff MacGregor and my strong desire to enjoy what I do for a living. |
| Q. What would you be doing if you weren’t a Golf Professional? A career in Journalism or Communications. |
| Q. What is your favourite golf course in the world? The Home Course in DuPont, Wa. |
| 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? 60 degree wedge |
| Q. What is the most number of holes of golf you have played in one day? 45 |
| Q. What is your career low round and where did you shoot this score? 67 at McKenzie Meadows Golf Club |
| Q. What significant accomplishments are you most proud of? Passing the PAT and securing a year-round role in my first year in the PGA of Alberta. |
| Q. What other interests, hobbies and passions can you share? Football, hockey, fishing, snowboarding and soccer. |
