About Jeff

Jeff grew up in Davidsonville, MD and had a passion for golf from a young age. After playing and working at Eisenhower Golf Course through high school, he graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s degree in Turf and Urban Agronomy. Jeff interned during the construction of Renditions Golf Course in Davidsonville. After graduating he worked as Assistant Superintendent at multiple clubs in the area before coming to Oak Creek in June 2015. Jeff is an avid golfer and sports fan and enjoys spending time with his wife Nikki and their two young kids.

About Robert "Sean"

Robert “Sean” Beasley, born and raised in Bowie, MD. Sean has always had three loves in life; the three F’s. Family, food, and football. The passion and love for food and family led him to hospitality industry in his late teens. Sean started his first stint with Loews Hotels where he found that the service industry was his calling and started going to school for Hospitality Management. Soon after, Sean moved to northern Virginia and started working for independent restaurants in Washington, D.C. such as Marvin and The Brixton Pub. After a few vibrant years in the city, and plenty of traveling, Sean learned he had a daughter on the way. He decided to pack up and put down roots back in his home state of Maryland. Instilling the values that every guest be treated as family, Sean decided to take his experience with him to Oak Creek.

About Evan

Evan’s passion for the game of golf started over 18 years ago when he began playing with his father in Anne Arundel County, MD. Evan now has nearly 15 years of experience working in the golf industry. Evan oversees all aspects of the Oak Creek Golf Club’s golf operations, golf outings, membership engagement, merchandising and golf instruction programs. Additionally, he oversees the fiscal responsibility and performance for golf course operations. “I have a full complement of golf staff team members who embody my commitment to providing an exceptional golf experience and that allows me to focus on fine-tuning Oak Creek’s services and programs for all visitors at Oak Creek.” – Evan Neale. As a member of the TaylorMade Golf Professional staff, Evan is also available to assist you with golf club fittings, golf instruction and the coordination of your next golf outing.

About James

James is the newest member of the Oak Creek golf professional staff and is a graduate of Fayetteville State University with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology. He grew up learning and playing golf while working at the famed Pinehurst Resort in Pinehurst, N.C. James was first introduced to golf instruction as a golf coach with the First Tee of America. He has a passion for developing junior golfers and a keen eye for helping the beginner as well as the seasoned golfer reach their full potential. “My philosophy as a golf instructor is seeded in the belief that there is an athlete in all of us. I want my students to understand how their time playing other sports can translate into success in the golf swing, no matter your age.” – James Frye As a member of the Callaway Golf Professional staff, James is also available to assist you with your golf club fittings and repairs.

About Brent

Brent began playing golf recreationally with the motivation from family members who play golf. Developing as a golfer during the height of the Tiger Woods era, however, directly influenced his pursuit of golf as a career. Brent started his tenure with Oak Creek Golf Club in 2015 and has developed an expertise in the administration of golf outings, league play and golf merchandising. His work in golf merchandising has garnered regional and national recognition from golf retail giants TaylorMade Golf, Nike Golf, Travis Matthew and others. “I am fully committed to Oak Creek’s focus of expanding the game of golf, making it accessible to all and enhancing the overall golf experience. The fun, bonding and relationships built from the great game of golf are immeasurable.” – Brent Taliaferro As a member of the TaylorMade Golf Professional staff, Brent is also available to assist you with golf club fittings, golf instruction and the coordination of your next golf outing.

About Marquis

A Class A member of the PGA of America, Marquis holds a bachelor’s degree in Professional Golf Management from the University of Maryland Easter Shore. He began honing his love for the game playing junior golf in Prince George’s County Maryland. Marquis has interned at the renowned Pebble Beach Golf Links. Since graduating from college, he has developed his instruction skills, with strengths in junior golf, individual and group golf instruction. Marquis also has a strong background in the administration of golf outings. “Junior golf is my passion, and I am equally as invested in helping adult golfers reach their potential.” – Marquis Usher As a member of the Callaway Golf Professional staff, Marquis is also available to assist you with golf club fittings and repairs.

About Blake

Blake was born and raised in the heart of Southern Illinois. He began his golf career washing carts, picking the range, and running the pro-shop at Red Hawk Golf Club in DuQuoin, Illinois at age 15. At 17, he began working for the grounds crew during the summers doing daily golf course maintenance. After graduating from Southeast Missouri State University with a BFA in 3-D Animation/Illustration and Graphic Design, Blake decided his true passion was being on the golf course. He then decided to pursue a career in the golf business. After working as the Assistant Superintendent at Red Hawk, he was then promoted to Golf Course Superintendent. Blake was then hired as the Assistant Superintendent of Bent Creek Golf Club in Jackson, Missouri. After three years at Bent Creek, he assumed the role of Golf Course Superintendent. Blake joined the Oak Creek crew in October of 2015.