Michael Ballo Jr. named Tamarack Country Club’s head golf professional

Greenwich’s Tamarack Country Club announced the hiring of Michael Ballo Jr. as head golf professional, effective Jan. 15, 2024.

In his new job, Ballo will oversee the golf program at Tamarack, including golf operations, tournament planning & execution, instruction and merchandising. A Class-A member of the PGA of America, Ballo most recently spent four years as an assistant golf professional at Westchester Country Club in Rye. Prior to that, Ballo Jr. began his club professional career on the assistant staff at Winged Foot Golf Club in Mamaroneck He is currently the Met PGA Assistants Association president and serves on the Met PGA Tournament and Education Committees.

“Mike comes to us with an impressive background in golf, and we believe he will be a tremendous asset to our Club,” said Tamarack Country Club President Chris Thompson. “We have every confidence that Mike’s expertise and passion for the game will further elevate the golf experience at Tamarack for every member and guest.”