Phoenix director Tim Eberlein to be recognized by Henry-Griffitts, LTD, at PGA Show
January 19, 2012, Birmingham, Ala. – Tim Eberlein, who has been the Phoenix campus
The 50-year-old Eberlein, who has been a certified clubfitter since 1994, will join the ranks of just 150 Henry-Griffitts “Professional Clubfitters” worldwide. He has helped more than 250 of his students gain general certification in his specialty area since he joined the Golf Academy of America 17 years ago. Eberlein was campus director of the original San Diego campus before taking over in Phoenix in 2003.
“This award gives me a sense of satisfaction for a job well done in a specialty field of the golf industry, says Eberlein. “I really have enjoyed helping students learn the craft and I thank the Henry-Griffitts Company for helping me with the tools to become an expert clubfitter.”
To reach the level of professional clubfitter, Eberlein successfully met a checklist of criteria established by Henry-Griffitts. Eberlein shortly will qualify for yet another award, that of being on short list of about 50 Henry-Griffitts Master Professional Clubfitters in the world.
“Tim always is looking for the best way to educate his students,” noted Bill Boltz, director of accounts management for Henry-Griffitts. “He always represents himself and his craft in a professional manner. He’s a true pro.”
The Golf Academy of America (GAA) is the largest career golf college in the world, with five campuses across the United States serving more than 1,000 students. The GAA has enjoyed an 81 percent placement rate each year since it opened in 1977.
About Henry-Griffitts, LTD
Professional golfers recognize the foundations of performance. For decades, touring professionals have insisted that manufacturer’s custom fit their clubs, the tools of their demanding trade, to their specific body types and swing motions. Tournament players and club pros understand that consistent results are not possible without an unshakeable confidence in their equipment. Customized equipment provides that confidence. It’s a given; they wouldn’t dream of buying mass-produced clubs off the rack. For 21 years, Henry-Griffitts has asked, “Why should you?”
Henry-Griffitts, Inc., was founded on the premise that players of all abilities tangibly benefit from custom-fitted golf equipment. Since 1983, this Idaho-based firm has delivered more than the world’s premier fitted clubs – it has continually delivered the confidence that golfers of all abilities seek. Henry-Griffitts knows what golf professionals have always known: On-course performance is maximized when clubs are custom fit, then meticulously manufactured to the tightest specifications in golf. Because it delivers these foundations of performance, Henry-Griffitts delivers confidence.
About Golf Academy of America
Golf Academy of America (formerly the San Diego Golf Academy) is the largest and longest-running two-year golf college in the world. Golf Academy of America’s 16-month program balances classroom studies, practical experience and comprehensive understanding of both the game and the business of golf. Campuses are located in San Diego, Phoenix, Orlando, Myrtle Beach and Dallas. For more information, call 800-342-7342 or visit www.GolfAcademy.edu
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