Turtleson Players
Doug Barron
PGA Tour Champions
Born in Memphis, Tennessee, Doug Barron turned pro in 1992 after standout college years at LSU and Mississippi State.
Now competing on the PGA Tour Champions, Doug has not only persevered but thrived. He’s claimed four tour wins (including the Regions Tradition in 2024 and the 2025 Pure Insurance Championship at Spyglass Hill) and is known for keeping his cool when the pressure’s high.
Off the course, he embodies Memphis grit, giving back through mentorship and always striving toenjoy the game. Doug’s journey reminds us: it’s never too late to swing for greatness.
Nick Carlson
Tour Professional
Nick Carlson is a Turtleson tour professional whose breakout performance at the 2016 U.S. Amateur turned him into one of golf’s most memorable young talents, showcasing the grit and clutch shot-making that defined his standout career at the University of Michigan.
A Big Ten Match Play champion with multiple collegiate wins, Nick carried that momentum into the professional ranks, earning victories on the Florida Professional Golf Tour and establishing himself as a steady, composed competitor with a tour-caliber all-around game. Today, he continues to climb the professional ladder with the same authenticity, humility, and relentless work ethic that make him a perfect fit for Turtleson and a powerful example of what “Built on Better” looks like in the world of golf.
Jared Wolfe
Korn Ferry Tour
Born April 7, 1988, in Louisville, Kentucky, Jared Wolfe turned pro in 2010 after sharpening his game at Murray State University.
Wolfe’s journey has been a lesson in perseverance. After years on mini-tours and international circuits, he broke through in 2020 with two big wins on the Korn Ferry Tour: The Bahamas Great Abaco Classic and the Wichita Open.
He also boasts three wins on PGA Tour Latinoamérica, showing his international competitiveness and hunger for every opportunity.
Off the course, Jared lives in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Known for grit, steady growth, and a refusal to give up, he fits right in with Turtleson’s mindset: work hard, stay real, and never stop improving.
Zack Holton
World Long Drive
Zack is a world champion long drive powerhouse and standout Turtleson player known for launching golf balls farther than nearly anyone on the planet!
A former collegiate golfer from Alabama, Zack burst onto the long drive scene in 2021 and quickly climbed the ranks with jaw-dropping distances and fearless competition.
In 2025 he captured the World Long Drive Open Division Championship, firing a 471-yard championship-winning drive and rising to World No. 1 on tour.
His blend of raw power, relentless training, and cool under pressure make him one of the most exciting athletes in the sport, and a proud part of the Turtleson team.
Henrik Norlander
PGA Tour Champions • Turtleson Player
Born in Danderyd, Sweden, Henrik Anders Norlander found his way to Augusta State University, where he sharpened his game and helped his team to the 2010 NCAA Championship. After turning pro in 2011, Henrik’s journey has been built on persistence and steady growth.
He’s won three professional tournaments (two on the Korn Ferry Tour and one eGolf Tour event)and regularly competes with the top players on the PGA Tour. While he hasn’t yet claimed a PGATour title, he’s had several strong finishes — including three runner-ups and several top-5s thatshow he’s in the mix.
Known for his accuracy, calm under pressure, and the ability to stay composed through toughdays, Henrik’s path reflects work ethic, resilience, and the mindset that Turtleson celebrates:getting better every round. He lives in Augusta, Georgia, with his spouse Julie, and remains deeply connected to both his Swedish roots and his adopted golf home.
Jamie Rutherford
DP World Tour • Turtleson Player
From Stevenage, England, Jamie Rutherford turned pro in 2013 and has built his career withheart, hustle, and some clutch moments.
He started making waves on the PGA EuroPro Tour, where he claimed multiple wins and took the 2021 Order of Merit title — a performance that earned him promotion to the Challenge Tour.
On the DP World Tour side, Jamie showed grit: in 2017 his best finish was a tie for 25th at theD+D Real Czech Masters, and he continues to compete in both DP World Tour and ChallengeTour events with eyes on breaking through. In recent years, Jamie secured his first Challenge Tour win at Royal Cape in South Africa and a top-5 on the DP World Tour at the Kenya Open.
Known for his steady temperament, willingness to learn, and always striving to improve, Jamie embodies what we stand for at Turtleson: class, commitment, and clean shots on and off the course.
Steve Lewton
Asian Tour • Turtleson Player
Stephen “Steve” Michael Lewton (born May 5, 1983, Northampton, England) is a seasoned professional golfer who’s made Asia his competitive home.
After sharpening his game at NC State University, where he had wins and came close in bigamateur events, Steve turned pro in 2008. He’s played on several tours (Challenge, European,etc.) but found real traction on the Asian Tour starting in 2012.
Some high points: Captured the 2014 Mercuries Taiwan Masters on the Asian Tour. In September 2024, he broke a 10-year title drought by winning the Mandiri Indonesia Open via playoff.
Total professional wins: 7, with 2 on the Asian Tour.
Steve’s game is built on persistence, experience, and staying steady even when things looktough. He shows up, competes, and proves that consistency and belief go a long way. That’s exactly the kind of mindset we celebrate at Turtleson.
John Kemp
Senior Amateur Player • England • Turtleson Player
John Kemp is one of England’s top senior amateurs, known for steadiness, strong finishes, and often showing up big in major senior amateur events.
He holds medalist honors back-to-back at the U.S. Senior Amateur — in 2024 and again in2025, posting a 7-under-135 at Oak Hills Country Club.
Winner of the 2025 English Senior Men’s Stroke Play Championship.
He competes at a high level in the World Amateur Golf Ranking for Senior players.
John is the kind of player that fits Turtleson’s ethos: not flashy, but reliable; always improving; when the pressure’s on, calm under fire.
Ed Procter
University of Missouri - Kansas City
Ed Procter is a freshman golfer originally from Sydney, Australia, now competing for the University of Missouri–Kansas City (KC Roos).
In the 2024-25 season, he played 29 rounds with an average score of 76.83, flashing promise with two rounds at or below par. His standout moment so far: a 4-under 67 in round two of the Oregon State Invitational, which ranked among the best rounds of the year for the Roos.
John-Baptiste Hakizimana
APGA Tour • Turtleson Player
Originally from Kigali, Rwanda, John-Baptiste Hakizimana’s path to professional golf speaks volumes about heart, grit, and refusing to give up. He immigrated to the U.S. when he was young and bounced between roles in golf — even working as a caddie after years away from full competition. Hakizimana turned pro early (2009), but it wasn’t always smooth. He stepped away at times, then returned to the game stronger. In 2025, he clinched his first APGA Tour victory at the Jefferson Health APGA Classic, winning by four strokes.
What stands out about him: He started playing golf in Rwanda with basic tools (sticks, broken clubs), teaching himself and forging a love for the game from really humble beginnings. He’s not just fighting for wins — he’s fighting for representation, inspiration, and showing what’s possible. He’s made strong showings in recent APGA Tour events — near misses and steady climbs before that breakthrough.