My Coaching / Instruction Cornerstones and Experience:
Holistic Game Development
Comprehensive coaching from fundamentals to high-level play.
Precision Club Fitting
Custom-fit equipment to elevate performance.
Strategic Game Management
Smart course strategy for practice and competition.
Data-Driven Measurement
Advanced tech tools to track progress and performance.
Player Assessment
Biomechanical insights to tailor training plans.
Clear Coaching Communication
Actionable feedback using visual, auditory, and feel-based cues.
Purposeful Practice Design
Focused sessions with drills that deliver real results.
First-ever professional to earn both PGA Tour and European Tour cards at first attempt!
Coaching Philosophy
"Train like a champion,
think like a tactician,
and play like an artist."
As a former Tour player turned elite instructor, Richie blends real-world experience with modern technology and individualized coaching.
Focused Areas of Expertise
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Game-Specific Instruction
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Club Fitting & Performance Optimization
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Strategic & Mental Game Coaching
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Feedback-Driven Skill Development
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Holistic Student-Athlete Support
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Professional Teaching Experience
Director of Instruction
The Driving Range at Round Rock | 2020–Present
Senior Teaching Professional
The Club at Indian Springs | 2017–2020
Head Instructor, PGA TOUR Academy
TPC San Antonio | 2011–2016
Assistant Coach, Men’s Golf Team
University of Texas | 2018–2023
Additional Instructional Roles
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TPC Sawgrass
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World Golf Village
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Schenectady Municipal Golf Course
🏅 Awards & Achievements
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Clemson University Sports Hall of Fame Inductee (2017)
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PGA Tour Academy Instructor of the Year (2014)
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Atlantic Coast Conference 50-Year Golf Team (2003)
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Irish Independent Sports Person of the Month (1998)
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NCAA First Team All-American (1997)
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ACC Player of the Year (1997)
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Clemson Academic Distinction Honoree
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Irish Sports Writers’ Award (1994)
☘️ Professional Affiliations
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PGA of America Class A-3 Touring Professional (1998–2006)
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Member, Northeast New York PGA of America
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Grey Goose Gateway Tour (2006)
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Canadian Tour – Temporary Member (2006)
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US Nationwide / Web.com Tour Player (2004–2005)
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Canadian Tour Player (2003)
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US PGA Tour Player (1998, 2001–2002)
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Australasian Tour Member (2000)
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Hooters Tour Qualifying Winner (1998)
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European Tour Member (1998)
⛳ Professional Playing Highlights
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T5 – Virginia Beach Open (Nationwide Tour,
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T3 – BMW Open (Nationwide Tour, (2004)
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T10 – Arkansas Classic (Nationwide Tour, (2002)
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18/26 cuts made; ranked 151st PGA Tour Money List (1998)
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Top PGA Tour Finishes (1998):
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T9 – B.C. Open
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T13 – Canadian Open
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T16 – Disney Classic
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T25 – Milwaukee Open
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