Bill has been a member of the PGA since 1989 and has been a teaching professional since 1982. A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Bill now calls Hobe Sound, FL his home. Bill is the Director of Instruction at Heritage Ridge Golf Club in Hobe Sound. Bill is the President of Bill Balash Golf, a company that focuses on Relationship and Brand marketing through golf instruction programs and a Certified US Kids Instructor.
HIGHLIGHTS / ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* 1983 Ryder Cup Matches
* 1983 U.S. Open, Oakmont C.C.
* 1987 PGA Championship
* 1982-1992 PGA Senior’s Championships
- Golf Digest School Instructor
- Bill Balash Golf, Inc. - Corporate Golf Instruction Schools / Clinics ·
- Appointed to PGA of America’s President’s Council on Growing the Game 2005 - 2010
- Named 2003 - 2004 ESPN’s Top 25 Golf Instructors
- Awarded 1991 “Teacher of the Year” SE Chapter So. Florida PGA
- Nominated 1993 “Teacher of the Year” South Florida Section PGA
- Appointed to PGA of America President’s Society
- Member 1984 -1998 PGA of America Education Facility
- Committee Member 1989 -1992 PGA Business School Passing Score Council
- Vice President 1991 SE Chapter So. Florida PGA Assistant’s Association
- Staff Professional at facility hosting:
* 1983 Ryder Cup Matches
* 1983 U.S. Open, Oakmont C.C.
* 1987 PGA Championship
* 1982-1992 PGA Senior’s Championships