Canyon Creek Golf: Unforgettable. Reimagined.

About Heather

Heather arrived at Canyon Creek following five years in the San Antonio area, where she served as the Head Golf Professional at The Club at Comanche Trace and The Club at Sonterra, catering to their memberships. Prior to her time there, Heather accumulated over 12 years of experience as a Head Professional/Director of Golf at prestigious private club facilities in South Florida. Hailing from Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, Heather represented both the Ontario and Canadian Amateur teams, which led to a golf scholarship at Longwood College in Virginia. During her collegiate years, she contributed to her team's victory in the NCAA Division II National Championship, earning her an individual spot in the NCAA Division I National Championship. Following her college career, Heather competed on the Canadian and Futures Tours before returning to Canada to pursue a career as a club professional. Her dedication and expertise were recognized with nominations for two National Awards – Teacher of the Year and Junior Teacher of the Year – from the PGA Ontario and the PGA of Canada.

About David

David is proud to hold a Class "A" Membership with the PGA, reflecting his dedication and expertise in both golf operations and instruction. His career highlights include overseeing numerous golf schools across Asia for the PGA, where he played a pivotal role in enhancing the skills of aspiring golfers. After his international endeavors, David has returned to the United States, eager to share his wealth of knowledge and passion for the game with enthusiasts here at home. With a proven track record of success and a commitment to excellence, David is poised to make a significant impact in the golfing community.

About Steve

Steve Gilley comes to us from Stonebriar Country Club, where he was Superintendent over the Dye Course. He has thirteen years of experience in agronomy and is a Class A Member of the Golf Course Superintendents of America. Past superintendent experience includes being Superintendent of The Woodlands Country Club (Player Course), and Panorama Golf Club. He also served as an Assistant Superintendent at The Woodlands Country Club (Palmer Course). Steve played collegiate golf at Virginia Commonwealth University and played competitively after college for about fifteen years. He has 26 mini-tour wins to his credit, is a GCSAA National Champion (2019), and has tied the lowest recorded golf score in history (55). He and his wife Kelly moved to north Texas from The Woodlands in 2022. Kelly is also in golf and serves as Executive Director for Northern Texas PGA. The Gilley's have two daughters (Cameron, 22, and Liza, 20) in College at TCU.

About Derek

Derek brings a wealth of expertise to our team, having honed his skills at Prestonwood Hills Country Club. With a comprehensive background in Fitness Training, Coaching, and a deep-rooted passion for the game of golf, Derek is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to our members. His commitment to excellence extends beyond the golf course, as he prioritizes providing top-notch customer service in every interaction. Derek's extensive experience and unwavering enthusiasm make him an invaluable addition to our community, where he strives to inspire and support individuals in reaching their fitness and golfing aspirations.

About Amy

Amy holds a Class "A" membership with the LPGA and boasts an impressive coaching and playing background. Alongside a remarkable high school and college career, Amy recently participated in the 2023 KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Baltusrol and the 2019 US Women's Open at the Country Club of Charleston. Equally significant are Amy's coaching accomplishments, which encompass experience at both the high school and college levels. Notably, she led her Girls' HS Team at Ursuline Academy to consecutive 6A State Championships in the past two years.

About Zander

Zander, a 2011 graduate of JJ Pearce, pursued collegiate athletics at Cameron University, where he achieved dual degrees in Political Science and History. Post-graduation, he embarked on a professional golf career, competing on the PGA America’s Tour, PGA Latin America Tour, and the Dakota’s Tour. Throughout his professional tenure, Zander notched six wins and clinched the Dakota’s Tour Order of Merit Championship in both 2021 and 2023. During his playing career, he also had the opportunity to work with former PGA Tour professionals and esteemed coaches, including Parker McLachlin and Jin Park, as well as Adam Porzak and Andy Patnou.