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Stephen Yanitski

Current Golf Facility: Valley Ridge GC
Member Classification: Assistant Professional
Education Background: BEd, BPE
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Home facilities have included Jagare Ridge GC, Royal Mayfair GC, and Valley Ridge GC

Melissa’s husband, Charlie’s Dad

PGA Member since 2015

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?
Cabot Links
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
Stephen Yanitski

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