Our Professional Golf Staff

Meet our Team on the Greens

Our team of golf professionals have played with and worked with some of the best in the game—and have earned awards and accolades in their own right. From beginners young and old to seasoned players, our team will work with you to provide insight and education to refine and improve your game.

Jeff Hanson, PGA - Director of Golf

A skilled player who was Captain of his collegiate golf team at the University of Wyoming, Jeff began his career as Head Professional at Glenmoor Country Club before becoming Assistant Professional at Cherry Hills Country Club, one of the country’s top-ranked clubs. He then was Head Professional at Beaver Creek Country Club before becoming Director of Golf at Red Sky Golf Club at the club’s inception in 2001. Since then he has been instrumental in all aspects of the club’s golf operations.

Jeff possesses a great passion for the game of golf and is a tremendous addition to the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club team. He brings a wealth of experience from some of the most renowned clubs in the United States and is committed to enhancing the member golf experience while embracing our long-standing history and traditions.

Joey Flinchbaugh - Director Agronomy

Joey is a native of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.  After graduating from Nease High School, Joey attended Lake City Community College focusing on Golf Course Operations. While in college, Joey began gaining agronomic experience at TPC Sawgrass during the school year. During the summers, Joey expanded his experience by completing internships at the most prestigious clubs in the country including Charlotte Country Club and Merion Golf Club.  When an opportunity at TPC Sawgrass became available, Joey returned home to become an assistant.  While the tournament experience was an attraction, TPC provided year-round learning.  Along with hosting The PLAYERS Championship, TPC Sawgrass Stadium Course underwent construction every year.  TPC Sawgrass was also an opportunity to develop management skills with an extremely fast paced, multi-faceted environment.

Having honed his at TPC Sawgrass, he once again turned to the private club sector as the Senior Assistant Superintendent at Pablo Creek. Pablo Creek provided time to perfect his agronomic knowledge. Here he learned procedures, which he implements today.  Joey’s experiences at a vast array of clubs groomed him for the opportunity at Ponte Vedra Inn and Club

 Gina Bamberger, PGA - Director of Sports Retail

Gina joins us from Maketewah Country Club in Cincinnati, Ohio, where she excelled as the Retail Manager. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Tourism Management from San Diego State University and was an accomplished member of the golf team for four years, qualifying for three US Mid-Amateur Championships. Gina is actively involved in the Association of Golf Merchandisers and is on her way to becoming a PGA of America member. Additionally, she is licensed in real estate and is a Certified Rescue Diver. Gina is married to Alex, and they have a son named Nicholas.

Josh Wolfe, PGA – Head Golf Professional

Josh Wolfe joins Ponte Vedra Inn & Club from San Jose Country Club, where he has served as Head Professional since 2020. His career includes Assistant Professional roles at Arnold Palmer’s Bay Hill Club and ChampionsGate Golf Club, both in Orlando. Josh brings exceptional enthusiasm and expertise to all aspects of golf operations, with a strong focus on tournament management and staff development.

Maxine Skeens – Golf Shop Manager

Maxine Skeens, born and raised in LaPlata, Maryland, has always been driven by her passion for sports, which has profoundly influenced both her personal and professional life. This enthusiasm led her to Coastal Carolina University, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Recreation and Sport Management in May 2022. Maxine’s entry into the golf industry began during her undergraduate years, gaining invaluable experience at Hackler Golf Course near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.

Following her graduation, Maxine moved to Jacksonville, Florida, where she joined the prestigious Ponte Vedra Inn & Club as the Golf Event Coordinator. Her dedication to organizing unique events and fostering a well-structured environment quickly earned her a promotion to Golf Shop Manager. Maxine continues to bring her expertise and passion for golf to her role, ensuring exceptional service and memorable experiences for all members and guests.

Jonathan Williams, PGA - Assistant Golf Professional

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Jonathan has distinguished himself in the golfing profession, primarily in North East Florida. A former member of Hanover College's golf team, he was elected to the PGA of America in 2010, and subsequently achieved certifications in Golf Operations in 2016 and General Management in 2019. Jonathan's zeal for the sport is evident in both his competitive play and his dedication to teaching and coaching, which he further enriches through enrollment in the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) program. In 2013, he moved to Ponte Vedra Beach to serve as an Assistant Golf Professional at TPC Sawgrass, the Home of THE PLAYERS, before advancing to the role of Head Golf Professional at King and Bear. Since 2021, Jonathan has been a valued member of the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Professional Staff. Alongside his professional pursuits, he enjoys beach outings and golfing with his wife and their two young boys.

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