Phil Kavanagh
About
Phil began his career in the golf industry at the age of 15 at Indian Wells Golf Club in Burlington, Ontario, where he still makes his home with his wife Judie and sons Jake and Zach.
Phil was the Assistant Golf Professional at Indian Wells Golf Club, and Trafalgar Golf Club. After five years as the Associate Professional at Burlington Golf & Curling Club, Phil spent five years as the Head Professional at Dundas Valley Golf & Curling Club. This year he celebrated his 20th year as the Head Professional at Islington Golf Club.
Mentored by some of the best golf professionals in the industry, namely Ian Webb, Trevor Fackrell, Edge Caravaggio and Bob Kennedy, Phil works hard to foster connections with both seasoned veterans as well as new and emerging golf professionals. The pandemic offered a tremendous opportunity for him to spearhead online meetings and conversations with manufacturers, fellow Head Professionals, and PGA of Ontario Assistant Professionals. Five of his former assistants have moved on to their own positions as Head Professionals after working with him, and he is passionate about passing on his knowledge and love of the role.
Phil has been active in endeavours outside of his clubs, as a past captain and Board Member of the PGA of Ontario and founding member of the TaylorMade Advisory Board, as well as the Levelwear Clubhouse Council.