PGA Professionals
Passionate, Dedicated and Committed to Our Member’s Success
Meet Our PGA Professionals
The golf experience at Shuttle Meadow Country Club is shaped by a dedicated team of PGA professionals who are passionate about the game and committed to the success of every member. With decades of combined experience in instruction, tournament play, and golf operations, our professional staff provides leadership, guidance, and personalized support that enhances every aspect of club golf.
Whether you are new to the game, looking to refine your skills, or preparing for competitive play, our PGA professionals offer expert instruction tailored to your goals. From private lessons and group clinics to junior development programs and on-course strategy sessions, they work closely with golfers of all ages and abilities to build confidence, consistency, and enjoyment.
Beyond instruction, our PGA professionals play an integral role in the day-to-day golf operations at Shuttle Meadow. They oversee tournaments and leagues, manage the pro shop, support member events, and help preserve the traditions and standards that have defined the club for generations. Their knowledge, professionalism, and approachability ensure that members feel welcomed, supported, and inspired every time they step onto the course.
At Shuttle Meadow Country Club, our PGA professionals are more than instructors, they are trusted mentors, competitors, and ambassadors of the game who are dedicated to delivering an exceptional golf experience for our membership.
Ian Marshall, PGA
Ian is the fifth Head Golf Professional in Shuttle Meadow’s history joining the Golf Professional staff back in 2021. Ian was the 35th President of the Connecticut Section PGA and served on the National Board of Directors for the PGA of America 2019 to 2022.
Ian is an accomplished player, winner of the Connecticut PGA Championship 2007, Connecticut PGA Professional Championship 2007, and Connecticut PGA Assistant Champion 2002 & 2005.
He also competed in the Travelers Championship in 2012. Ian graduated from Coastal Carolina University in 2001 and has been a PGA member since 2006. He lives in Watertown, CT with his wife Ami, and three sons, Andrew, Nathan and Matthew.
Mike McCarthy, PGA Associate
Michael has been a staff member in Golf Operations for the past 8 seasons and has recently been promoted to Associate Golf Professional as he pursues PGA Membership. Michael is a graduate of Berlin High school and Mitchell College. Michael travels south during the winter to pursue his career in the Golf Industry. In his free time Michael loves to fish, go to the beach and is a Red Sox, Celtics and Giants fan!
Carter Wheeler, PGA ASsociate
Carter has been a staff member in Golf Operations for the past two seasons joining us after his time at Coastal Carolina University. Carter is a Connecticut native growing up in Torrington and graduating from Oliver Wolcott Technical High School. Carter is a sports fan following the Red Sox, Bruins, and Miami Dolphins.