French Lick, IN – French Lick Resort, located in southern Indiana, has added PGA member Rob Koontz to its staff of highly regarded golf professionals. Rob will be the Head Professional and oversee the golf operations at the Donald Ross Course.
Koontz, a graduate from Purdue University in 1992, became a Class A Member of the PGA of America in 1998. He comes to French Lick Resort from Golf Galaxy in Fairview Heights, IL, where he was the manager of the golf retail superstore.
Koontz was also a standout professional at highly acclaimed Indiana golf facilities such as Vincennes Elks Country Club, Sultan’s Run Golf Course, as well as being the Head Professional at Country Oaks Golf Club and Oak Meadow Golf Club.
“We are very excited to have someone with Rob’s experience joining our staff at French Lick Resort”, said Dave Harner, Director of Golf at French Lick Resort. “We pride ourselves on excellent service and having the best golf professionals. Rob will be an excellent fit in providing great service for our guests.”
About French Lick Resort
French Lick Resort is a $581 million restoration and development project including West Baden Springs Hotel, French Lick Springs Hotel and French Lick Casino. This Southern Indiana resort destination features 686 guest rooms and suites; a 51,000 square-foot casino; 63-holes of golf, including the Donald Ross Course and the Pete Dye Course; two full-service spas, meeting and event space, and an array of entertainment options. This historic resort has also hosted other golf events including the 76th Senior PGA Championship presented by KitchenAid (2015), the LPGA Legends Championship (2013-2015), the PGA Professional National Championship (2010), the Big Ten Conference Men’s and Women’s Championships (2012-2014), and USGA Men’s State Team Championships (2014). For more information, visit www.frenchlick.com
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