Coaches & brand partners
Randy Smith
A teaching career that spans generations
Beyond the scorecard
The road to here.
Randy Smith’s career at Royal Oaks Country Club began in 1977. He became head professional in 1980 and later served as Professional Emeritus and Director of Instruction. Before Dallas, his route through golf included Texas Tech, work at Lubbock Country Club and an assistant professional position in Tulsa.
His teaching career has included Justin Leonard, Colt Knost, Ryan Palmer and Scottie Scheffler. The Texas Golf Hall of Fame records more than 100 juniors who received college golf scholarships and 16 NCAA All-American honors earned by his students.
Smith entered the PGA of America Hall of Fame in 2005 and the Texas Golf Hall of Fame in 2011. His honors include PGA Professional of the Year in 1996 and Teacher of the Year in 2002. He also started Royal Oaks’ Great 108 fundraising event in 1983, supporting junior-golf scholarships and growth of the game.
Part of the Turtleson team
A partnership, in both directions.
We choose the people who represent Turtleson, and they choose us. Our partnership with Randy Smith brings a distinct story and perspective to the team. We’re proud to share the journey, wherever it leads next.