Educational Staff

The Cantigny Golf Academy system of learning is taught through an interdependent team of golf professionals and golf specialists. Each uniquely gifted in their own talents and styles of communication, with qualifications that allow youth 8-18 and active adults the opportunity to vastly improve their golfing skills and experience the joy of improved performance.

Nationally Ranked PGA Golf Instructors
Connie DeMattia, Cantigny Director of Instruction
Lou Solarte, Cantigny Senior Golf Instructor
PGA Golf Professionals
Patrick Lynch, Cantigny Head Golf Professional
Rich Dukelow, PGA Teaching Professional
Jason Hyatt, PGA Teaching Professional
Jeff Nichilo, PGA Teaching Professional
LPGA Golf Professionals
Tina Favia, LPGA Teaching Professional
Emily Barkoozis, Cantigny Youth Links Golf Professional
Golf Performance Specialists
EJL Custom Golf, Custom Club Fitting / Repair
Dr. Paul Callaway, Golf-Specific Training / Fitness
Michael Riggs, M.Ed. Sports (Golf) Psychologist