
22 Team and Individual Tournament Wins
11 All Conference Awards
7 All American Awards
17 Academic All American Awards
Michael Burcin | Coach
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA
Coaching under the winningest coach in Gamecock history, coach Bill McDonald, I was fortunate to coach and recruit the likes of George and Wesley Bryan, Mark Anderson, Mark Silvers, Paul Woodbury, Matt Nesmith and Will Stark to name a few. Six-straight NCAA regional appearances (2005-10), winning the school’s first NCAA regional title in 2007, and advancing to the NCAA championship three times. In 2008-09, South Carolina won a school-record four tournament titles. In 2010, I was honored to be named the top men’s assistant collegiate golf coach in the nation.
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
While in Madison, we were fortunate to raise the level of the program in every area while balancing the high academic standards. Our players recorded four of the five-best single-season scoring averages in school history. In 2018-19, the Badgers recorded the lowest ever season average. Tallying seven combined individual and team victories, we were able to have both team and individual success. Jordan Hahn, the Badgers first ever 1st team All Big Ten selection in 2019, he immediately moved onto the Korn Ferry Tour after gaining membership thru Korn Ferry q school. Following Jordan, Sam Anderson advanced thru PGA Tour-Mackenzie Tour qualifying school adding the second Badger in two years to gain membership on one of the world's premier tours.
Tripp Isenhour | Advisor
Tripp Isenhour, a long-time professional golfer turned analyst and performance golf coach, is the owner of Gap Golf Coach. Tripp's journey in golf began at a young age, and continued as a standout All-American player at Georgia Tech before eventually turning professional in 1990. Over his career Isenhour has competed on the PGA Tour and the Nationwide Tour, securing multiple victories and gaining invaluable experience that would later define his coaching philosophy. Following his playing career, Isenhour transitioned into broadcasting, where he found a new calling as a golf analyst. He joined Golf Channel in 2009, quickly becoming known for his insightful commentary, in-depth analysis, and engaging personality.
As a golf coach Tripp brings a wealth of firsthand competitive experience to his students. His tenure on the professional circuit, as both a player and analyst, gives him unique insights into the mental and physical demands of the sport. Isenhour emphasizes a holistic approach to coaching, focusing not only on the technical aspects of the game but also on strategy, mental toughness, and technique. His methodical and patient coaching style has earned him respect among aspiring golfers and peers alike. He understands that each golfer is unique and has tailored his coaching to meet individual needs, helping players at all levels refine their skills and achieve their goals.
In addition to his expert analysis and one-on-one coaching, Isenhour has assembled a collection of Golf instructional videos engineered for the more advanced player. GAP Golf’s online tutorials are well-regarded for their clarity and practical advice, making the nuances of the game accessible to a broader audience. Tripp Isenhour's transition from professional golfer to analyst and respected performance coach highlights his dedication to the sport and his commitment to fostering the next generation of golfing talent.
Bill McDonald | Advisor
McDonald played his college golf at Georgia Tech (1985-88) where he was the runner-up at the 1988 NCAA Championship and a two-time All-American (1985, 1988). As a senior in 1988, his second-place finish helped the Yellow Jackets to seventh in the team standings, then the highest finish in school history. McDonald went on to compete professionally from 1989 to 1994, playing in South Africa and Canada and several PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour events. Bill came to Georgia Tech after being the #1 ranked junior in the AJGA Rolex rankings. McDonald has competed in three PGA Professional National Championships (2003, 2004, 2006) and won the Big Oak Putter Classic in 2006. In addition, he was consistently a top-10 player in the Georgia PGA Section.
Coaching at South Carolina, Coach McDonald is the winningest coach in program history with 63 team and individual wins. While at Carolina, his success carried over to having 21 all-Americans and three of his players played or are currently on the PGA Tour.
Kristen Terebesi | Advisor
A native of Glenmoore, Pa., Terebesi was a four-year starter both in equitation over fences and equitation on the flat from 2004-08 at South Carolina. She led the Gamecocks to NCEA overall national championships in both 2005 and 2007 and was part of the team’s hunt seat national title in 2006. In her senior season of 2008, Terebesi became the only rider in history to win individual national championships in both hunt seat disciplines in the same season. Terebesi was a team captain in 2007-08 and was voted Carolina’s Female Student-Athlete of the Year at the end of the academic year. She was a four-time Gamecock Team MVP and a three-time MVP at the Varsity Equestrian National Championships event. Kristin went on to coach at South Carolina from 2017-2024 continuing her success and contributions to the equestrian program. She is the academic and NCAA compliance advisor for UPC.