Golf | Professional Staff

Our PGA golf professionals are here to help you get the most out of your game

Our PGA golf professionals can help you sharpen your skills with lessons or group clinics. Golf instruction takes place at the world class practice facility which includes an expansive driving range, two putting greens, practice bunkers and chipping area.

With one-on-one personal attention, you can focus on the specific aspects of your game through personal instruction or at any one of our innovative programs

Meet our Golf Pros

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Ashley Hayden

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Head Golf Professional

Originally born in London, England, Ashley moved to the United States in 1984. Ashley began his work in the golf industry at The Meadows Country Club in 1987, then after graduating from the University of South Florida he joined University Park Country Club in October 1991. He became a PGA Class A member in 1996. Ashley is now a Certified PGA Professional in Golf Operations. Ashley is responsible for all aspects of our golf operation and is actively involved in The Golf Academy and golf instruction program. Ashley enjoys teaching all skill levels and believes that much can be gained from a small investment of time practicing on the range and even more so at the short game area. Ashley also loves to post videos in the Weekly Friday email and on his YouTube Channel which are both fun and educational. Visit and subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@awesomeashGolf

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Sage Johnson

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PGA Golf Professional

Sage has been a Class A Member of the PGA since 2010. Sage has many years of experience as an instructor for golf swing and golf fitness. In addition, he is a Certified Yoga Instructor and TPI Trainer, winning Player Development Awards from the SW Chapter of The North Florida PGA in 2016 and 2018. Currently, Sage is The Out-of-Door Academy Head Boys Varsity Golf Coach. Sage also has a Golf Instruction YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@sagejohnsonpga.

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Cory Williamson

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PGA Golf Professional

Cory has been with University Park Country Club since February 2021. Cory is a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University and a proud Michigander. Before joining University Park Country Club he was at TPC Prestancia as well as the Head Golf Professional at Plantation Golf and Country Club. Cory has also held positions at Jacaranda West Country Club in Venice and La Paloma Country Club in Tucson. Cory is a Certified Club Fitter for Taylormade, Callaway, and Titleist and Certified Master Fitter for Callaway and is the PGA North Florida Southwest Chapter Secretary for 2024-2025. Cory looks forward to seeing you out on the course!