OUR STAFF
Our office and staff is located at Walnut Lane Golf Club at 800 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, PA 19128.
Staff
Executive Director
William Hyndman, V
What is your favorite core value and why?
Perseverance. Many things in life have been a challenge but I have experienced great joy in sticking it out to climb to the top of the mountain. Never give up and don’t quit!
If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
X-ray vision
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough
What is one word that describes you?
Determined
In a 64-pack of Crayola Crayons, what color would you be?
Blue
If you were told to stay in one place for the rest of your life, where would you go?
German Alps
Director of Operations
Rebecca Caimano
What is your favorite core value and why?
Business Manager
Marketing Manager
Eric Dunne
What is your favorite core value and why?
Sportsmanship. I think this core value includes aspects of integrity and respect. It’s so important to win and lose graciously but to also treat your opponents as people.
If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
Pain eraser. As someone who was back and neck pain, I would love to get rid of that and help others feel no pain.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Strawberry
What is one word that describes you?
Philly, Jawn is an acceptable 2nd answer!
In a 64-pack of Crayola Crayons, what color would you be?
Electric Lime. kelly green all day.
If you were told to stay in one place for the rest of your life, where would you go?
Tough choice between Philly and Ocean City, NJ. If we had summer weather all year, OCNJ is an easy choice. But Philly is the greatest city in the world, so would lean that for all seasons.
Director of Golf
Sean Ketchum
What is your favorite core value and why?
Integrity. Because being a good person means doing the right thing all the time. Especially when you are by yourself.
If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
Teleport. It would be great to eat breakfast in Philadelphia and lunch in Tahiti.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Cookies and Cream.
What is one word that describes you?
Dynamic
In a 64-pack of Crayola Crayons, what color would you be?
Midnight Blue.
If you were told to stay in one place for the rest of your life, where would you go?
Tropical Island – Any of them would do.
Golf Course Manager
John F. Byrne Golf Club
Anthony Hoffman
What is your favorite core value and why?
Perseverance, it is a valued skill on and off the golf course and can help you navigate through the game of life.
If you were a superhero, what would your superpower be?
The Hulk.
What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Vanilla Bean
What is one word that describes you?
Golfer
In a 64-pack of Crayola Crayons, what color would you be?
Blue
If you were told to stay in one place for the rest of your life, where would you go?
Pinehurst Resort
Program & Events Manager
Golf Course Superintendent
Walnut Lane Golf Club
Golf Course Superintendent
John F. Byrne
Coaches
Louis Kelly
Louis Kelly Jr. is an American golfer who turned professional in 2016. He is a former member of The First Tee – Philadelphia. In 2011, Louis attended Adelphi University where he claimed the NE-10 Championship in 2012, his freshman year. Louis was also named NE-10 First-Team All-Conference during the 2012-13 season.
After his Junior year at Adelphi University, he transferred to Louisiana and became a key factor for the University of Louisiana at Lafayette golf team. In the Fall of 2016, he graduated from UL-Lafayette with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing.
Louis Kelly Jr. was born on February 6, 1993, in Willingboro, New Jersey to Mr. Steven and Gail Kelly. He has two younger brothers, Spencer and Shane.
Growing up in South Jersey, Louis developed his love of golf from his grandfather. Ever since his grandfather introduced the game of golf to him, he has never turned back. Louis Kelly’s goal is to one day play on the PGA tour and give back to his community reaching others through golf.
When he isn’t perfecting his craft or playing in a tournament, you can find Louis with his favorite fishing pole sitting by the water waiting to catch anything that swims by. He often calls himself the “Bass Master”. Louis also enjoys traveling, reading, and attending his brothers sporting events.
Johnnie Baker
Tai Crutchfield
Tai Crutchfield attended Philadelphia University for his final two collegiate seasons after transferring from Arizona State University,where he went on to become the fastest player in school history to score 1000 points. He played for Hall of Fame coach Herb Magee, who is known universally as the “shot doctor'”. After setting and breaking multiple records in scoring, 3-point shooting, rebounds, blocks and steals at Philadelphia University, Crutchfield entered the 2001 NBA draft and was taken by the New Jersey Nets. After a few stints with NBA and NBDl teams, Crutchfletd decided to accept a contract playing in the ACB in Malaga, Spain. He remained playing throughout Europe for a few seasons where he won multiple championships and MVP awards throughout his stellar career.
After retiring in 2015, Crutchfield began working closely with the youth throughout Chester County where he resided, by volunteering at the YMCA, and other non-profit organizations such as PAPA (Phoenixville Area Positive AltematNes) and PAW( (Phoenixville Marian Youth Club) where he taught and coached youth basketball. Crutchfield also worked for Phoenixville e Area School District as an In-School Suspension and Resource Teacher. In 2016 Crutchfletd moved to Elkins Park where he accepted a job working for Cheltenham Area School District as a teacher. Commonly known throughout the Elkins Park Schoof hallways as “Mr. Tai” the kids have really embraced his presence in the school and throughout the community. He has voluntarily done basketball camps and shooting clinics at Wall and Reminger Park for the kids during his off time in the summer. Carefully bonding and creating an impactful impression on students and parents throughout the district.
Ryan Good
Ryan is from Altoona, PA where he started playing golf at the age of two at Scotch Valley Country Club. While attending Altoona Area High School, he was captain of both his soccer and tennis teams. During his junior and senior years, he won the District 6 Doubles Tennis title and went on to complete at the state level. Currently, Ryan is a senior at Saint Joseph’s University majoring in Marketing and Business Administration. There he is a member of the Gaelic Football team, a mentor for the AIM early move-in program, and an ambassador for off-campus living.
Ryan joined The First Tee in the spring of 2018 and has thoroughly enjoyed working with those who are interested in learning to play golf. “The First Tee is a huge opportunity for kids to learn golf fundamentals and basic life lessons all while having a great time with coaches that love the game.”
In his free time, Ryan caddies at Huntington Valley Country Club. He enjoys playing golf, fishing and hunting, and cheering for the Pittsburgh professional sports teams.
Jenny Hegelein
Jenny Hegelein is a Junior at Saint Joseph’s University studying Communications and Digital Media. She’s from rural Southampton NJ, and loves the outdoors and being active. Growing up, she played multiple sports and then found her passion in dance. Jenny has an extensive history working with children; she taught Sunday School at Fellowship Alliance Chapel in Medford NJ for 6 years. While she was in the Senior Company at Today’s Dance Center, she also helped teach younger dancers and assisted backstage during performances. Jenny is excited to be a part of The First Tee and to continue working with children and integrating core values and morals into sports. Her favorite part of coaching is seeing how The First Tee helps children not only to improve their golf skills, but also teach life lessons that apply outside of the course.
Joseph Gartska
Joe Garstka, M. Ed.
Assistant Professional/Jr. Golf Coordinator
Joe has an extensive background having worked with youth of all ages and in various environments. Joe received his Master’s in Elementary Education at Holy Family University. He currently works at Makefield Highlands as the Assistant Pro and Jr. Golf Coordinator.
He is considered a “Recognized Coach” through The First Tee Coach Training – having completed three levels of certification. Joe’s focus as a coach is “to engage learners through fun experiences and encourage ongoing learning, character development, and self-improvement.”
