RAY LANGE, DIRECTOR OF GOLF

From an early age, golf has played a major role in Ray's life. He first learned to play the game at his family's track in Barrie, Ontario, and later went on to learn the golf course management game there.

His playing ability was apparent early on and earned him a golf scholarship to Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. Ray graduated in 1992, after winning the 1990 Carolinas Conference and being named MVP, first team all-conference. Following graduation, Ray turned pro in 1993 and spent three winters in Florida perfecting his game.

Ray has been involved with the Devil's Pulpit Golf Association for many years. In 1994 he introduced the host caddy program, allowing unaccompanied guests to be escorted through the Pulpit and Paintbrush. He helped to bring to the "fore" Wednesday Men's Days at the Paintbrush, a prize-sponsored and fun-filled event that is enjoyed regularly by over 90 members.

Ray's most cherished portfolio is the DPGA's President's Cup event, which began in 1996 and remains one of the Club's most popular competitions. By supervising the organization of tee times, uniforms and champions medals, and in coaching the Paintbrush team, Ray continues to ensure this event is a success.

Upon completing his Class A examination in 1999, he was promoted to Head Professional of Paintbrush. Ray has been the Director of Golf for Devil's Pulpit Golf Association since 2003.

Highlights

Participated in Canadian Amateur (1992)
Won Carolina Conference Tournament (1990)
Named First Team All-Conference (1990)
Named MVP of Carolina Conference (1990)
Participated in Ontario Amateur (1989, 1992, 1993)
Member Ontario-Quebec team competing in Ottawa (1987)
Member of Ontario-Nebraska team competing in Omaha (1985)
Participated in American Junior Golf Association Tour (1986)