Tom McCann – November 2009 PROfile
November 1, 2009 by Erin Lenninger
Filed under Iowa PGA PROfiles
Name: Tom McCann, PGA
College/University: University of Northern Iowa
Year Turned Pro: 1982
Facility and Job Title: Cedar Rapids Country Club, Head Professional
What was your motivation to become a PGA Professional?
To become recognized as a quality instructor and a leader in the Golf Profession.
What is your specialty in the golf business?
I would say my specialty would be teaching. It has been extremely rewarding for me to help golfers of all ages and skill levels improve.
What are some of your accomplishments in the golf industry?
1995 Iowa Section Teacher of the Year; 1998 Iowa Section Merchandiser of the Year; 2000 Iowa Section Professional of the Year
What was your greatest moment in golf?
Playing my first PGA Tour event. The Hardees Golf Classic, which is now the John Deere Classic, Silvis, IL.
What or who has had the greatest impact on your career?
The former PGA Professionals I have worked for; Norm Luttinen, Gary Leader, Stan Ferguson and John Cummings.
Besides golf, what else do you enjoy?
I enjoy coaching basketball and traveling with my family.
If you could play any golf course in the world, which one would it be and who would complete your foursome?
I would play Cypress Point with my three sons, T.J., Tyler and Trevor.
If you could give lessons to anyone in the world who would it be and what advice would you give?
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar – I would tell him to make sure he gets custom fit clubs!
What is your favorite golf instruction tip?
To avoid casting on the downswing. I tell students to “pull” the handle of the club toward the ball rather than “push” the club head at the ball.
Web site:
The Cedar Rapids Country Club
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Tom McCann – November 2009 PROfile…
Name: Tom McCann, PGA College/University: University of Northern Iowa Year Turned Pro: 1982 Facility and Job Title: Cedar Rapids Country Club, Head…