Teaching “PRO” File – Steven Pezzino

Since the unexpected loss of my only child Stephanie Jude in 2008 at age 18 while living in Boca Raton, Florida, and New Jersey, my focus in life became more challenging and less as a competitive player as I all but walked away from this great game. Since then, I have geared a continued journey towards making a positive mark as I strive to grow this game teaching players of all levels from tour pros to club champions, to aspiring collegiate athletes, to men and women, to disabled children and beginning amateurs alike.

I feel gifted to be able to play both righty and lefty, which affords me easier teaching assimilation to each unique player skillset. Working as the head pro from several facilities, I can reach more students and assist them in this journey throughout life, to teach them to swing effectively and efficiently while learning to respect this sport and play at their highest possible level. With a diverse background, I can easily translate the swing, making it simplified for players to learn how to shave strokes off their game playing at their highest level, pro and amateur, or help beginners break 100. I teach the rules, the history of the game and what makes each of us unique, using my sports psychology background. It brings me great pleasure seeing students able to create a positive mindset, efficient swing and tour-player mentality, even if it’s just for recreational use. This attitude breeds respect of self and the game. I strive to ensure each student is properly fitted with correct equipment and respect of opponents alike, and to teach all how to win with dignity and lose with great humility.

My mantra is we all make mistakes, but never make the same mistake twice. I use my unique background in sports, law, computer science, and fitness and nutrition to help others play their best.

By: Steven Pezzino, USGTF Member