Meet The Pros

Jeremy is TPI Certified, FlightScope Certified, and a proud member of the Golf Merchandisers of America. His trophy shelf is brimming with awards, as he's a two-time PGA Merchandiser of the Year and a two-time PGA Teacher of the Year for the Arkansas Chapter. When it comes to hickory golf, Jeremy is in a league of his own. He's snagged the US Hickory Open Champion title four years in a row (2013-2016) and added three US Professional Hickory Open Champion victories to his belt (2019-2021). He's not just a hometown hero; he's a World Hickory Match Play Champion (2014) and a two-time Arkansas PGA Champion (2012, 2014). If that's not impressive enough, Jeremy’s also a regular at the Mountain Valley Hickory Open, where he's taken home the title seven times. Plus, he can add the Mid Pines Hickory Champion (2013) to his list of victories. Watch out world, Jeremy's unstoppable on the greens!

Michael has been playing, teaching and coaching golf for over forty years. He and his wife Sunny ran The School of Golf at Empire Lakes for 17 years in Rancho Cucamonga, California. He is a Southern California PGA Section and multiple PGA San Diego & Inland Empire Chapter Award winner in Teaching and Club Fitting. Michael holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Golf Swing Engineering and is an Authorized Instructor for The Golfing Machine, a Certified Explanar Swing Training System Instructor, a Titleist Performance Institute Certified Level 1 Instructor, a Henry-Griffitts Certified Master Club Fitter, and a 20-year Fit2Aim Certified Putter Fitter. Michael played Junior Golf in Oregon playing in the 1976 Eddie Hogan Cup Matches at Riverside CC and was the Central Oregon Junior Champion in the same year. His hobbies include salt and freshwater fishing, fly tying, wine tasting and traveling with his wife Sunny.

Chris's love for golf started with the legendary Jack Nicklaus' iconic win at the '86 Masters, fueling his passion for the sport in his hometown of Lake Oswego. His first professional gig in golf was at Royal Oaks in Vancouver back in 2010. Chris then took his game down south to Austin, Texas, where he sharpened his golfing skills. After a stint of full-time playing, Chris returned to Oregon as the Assistant Golf Professional at Rock Creek Country Club. He then made his mark at Quail Valley in 2019 and most recently Pumpkin Ridge, stepping into the role of Head Golf Professional. Now, Chris is back where his passion for golf began—at a member-owned private club. He's grateful for the chance to share his excitement for the game, from teaching to playing to tournament operations. Off the course, Chris is a die-hard Blazers fan, a Seahawks supporter, and a dedicated Beaver believer!

Sunny Marcum's journey in sports began with a spike at the 1981 Japan Volleyball World Cup before she made her mark on the Korean LPGA, competing from 1988 to 1996. In 2000, Sunny transitioned to the world of golf full-time, joining Empire Lakes Golf Course as an instructor and club fitter until its doors closed in 2016. Sunny then took her expertise to the next level, coaching the women’s golf team at Claremont College, where she was crowned the 2012 Western Region Division III Coach of the Year. She led the team to victory at the 2012 NCAA Championship. Her coaching career continued to flourish with positions as the Women’s Head Golf Coach at the University of La Verne and Head Girls Golf Coach at the Webb School. With 39 years of golfing, instructing, coaching, and fitting under her belt, Sunny brings a wealth of experience and a powerful skill set to help golfers of all levels. She's truly a golfing guru!

Daniel's roots in golf run deep, as he grew up in Oregon City surrounded by the sport. His father, Dennis, was a Golf Professional for 25 years, even working as an Assistant Professional at Tualatin Country Club. Daniel took his love for the game to the next level, earning a Professional Golf Management Degree from Walla Walla Community College, where he made his mark as a 2nd team All-Conference player on the golf team. Over the past three years, Daniel has dedicated himself to full-time golf instruction, spending two of those years at Tualatin Island Greens. He owns his own TrackMan and has a keen interest in club repair and fitting. With his expertise and passion, Daniel is excited to help members elevate their golf game and reach new heights on the greens!

With a deep passion for the game, Jackson brings a wealth of knowledge to the club. He excels in teaching players of all levels, focusing on personalized instruction to help each golfer improve their skills and enjoy the sport to its fullest. Jackson is committed to making every golfer's experience at Tualatin memorable, whether they're fine-tuning their swing or seeking advice on club fitting. His dedication and friendly approach make him a valued member of the TCC golf community.