Completed Event: Men's Golf at John A. Burns Intercollegiate on February 12, 2026 , , 13th of 19
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at John A. Burns Intercollegiate
13th of 19
Grand Canyon University Athletics
Men's Golf
Paul Purtzer
- Title:
- Director of Golf (Men's Head Coach)
- Email:
- Paul.Purtzer@gcu.edu
- Phone:
- 602-639-6621
For the past 15 years, Purtzer has been the President and CEO of the Purtzer Golf Academy and Purtzer Golf Outings in Phoenix. He also brings with him more than 25 years of experience as a PGA Professional, teaching and coaching golfers of all skill levels, from beginners to US Open champions. He is a highly-regarded golf instructor and has been named one of the Best Teachers in the State, Arizona by Golf Digest. Steve Jones -Former US Open Champion, Tom Purtzer-World Series of Golf, Phoenix Open Champion, and Lorena Ochoa some of his most notable students.
Paul was the Arizona State Junior Champion and was an NCAA All-America for three years at Arizona State University. He also played for nine years as a tour professional on both the PGA and Asian Tours. Among his titles are the Arizona Open Championship (twice), the Southwest PGA Championship, and the Colorado Open Championship. He has held 9 course records around the world, including a low round 61.
Purtzer has served nearly 13 years in golf-course management positions including the Gainey Ranch Golf Club in Scottsdale and the prestigious Minikahda Club in Minneapolis.
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