About Casey Hall
Casey Hall is a LPGA Class A Professional and has been coaching in the Bay Area for 20 years.
Casey Hall
Over the last two decades, Casey has pioneered multiple programs designed to engage more athletes, especially women and juniors, in the game of golf. She has been the first to implement such programs at every institution she has been a part of.
Most notably, she founded the first and only year-round Junior Academy at Stanford.
Incredible Golf Coach
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High Class Teaching
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Positive Environment
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During her time at Stanford Golf Course, she independently developed, launched and ran the first of many programs designed to grow the game; beginning with only 6 participants and evolving to what now includes over 100 athletes. Casey continues her passion for building community by creating diverse programs for all ages at her new location, the Golf Club at Moffett Field. In addition to her elite coaching, she has held multiple tournament director and golf operation management positions throughout the Bay Area.
Other Career Achievements:
In 2017, she created, launched and became the official Site Director for the first and only LPGA*USGA Girls Golf program at Stanford. This program was a huge success as it introduced the game to hundreds of girls ages 6 to 17.
Launched and oversaw an annual Ladies’ Program at Stanford with over 100 participants and 10 instructors.
Created the first year-round Junior Development Program at both Saratoga Country Club and Coyote Creek Golf Course.
In 2008, she founded and became the head coach for the first girls golf team at Saratoga High School.
Created and implemented after school programs at local elementary schools.
Lead instructor and coordinator for Girls in the Game.
Volunteered and consulted for local US Kids Golf Tournaments.
Received a Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for her work with juniors.
Coach Casey in Action
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MEET MY ACADEMY COACHES
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Coach Desmond Maisel
Desmond is a PGA Associate member from San Jose who has been in golf instruction for over 9 years. After playing collegiate golf at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR, he took a position as an assistant professional and instructor at Stanford Golf Course. During his time there, he played a pivotal role in expanding the Casey Hall Junior Academy, while also coaching the Los Altos High School golf team.
As a coach and mentor, his guidance has helped countless juniors go on to play collegiately, fulfilling their dreams of performing at an elite level. He is currently the 1st Assistant Golf Professional at Sharon Heights Golf & Country Club in Menlo Park, CA, and enjoys teaching adults and kids of all ages and skill levels. As lead development coach for the academy, he specializes in short game, putting, fitness, and mental approach in competitive play.
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Coach Raylene Zatz
Raylene is an assistant golf coach and has been working in the golf industry for over 20 years. After graduating from San Jose State University with a degree in Liberal Studies, she has spent the past 40 years working with kids in education and sports. This includes over 13 years as a high school assistant golf coach and an elementary school teacher's assistant, highlighting her passion for youth development.
Raylene started coaching with Casey in 2008 and has been instrumental in growing a variety of programs. Her coaching background extends to figure skating, swimming, and soccer, showcasing her broad instructional experience. She’s an avid exercise and sports enthusiast and continues to enjoy skiing, golf and disc golf on a regular basis.
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Coach Roxanne Earnshaw
Roxanne is the Director of Operations for the Stanford Golf Course and has been working in the golf industry for over 15 years. Growing up in San Mateo, she played a variety of sports until she landed on her first love, soccer. Soccer sent her all over the world and she played up until her freshman year at Sacramento State. While there, she took her first golf class and fell in love with a new sport. After earning a degree in Recreation Administration, Roxanne continued playing the game before taking a brief break to raise her three daughters.
During that time, she transitioned to coaching several sports, including soccer, softball and volleyball. Her passion for golf, however, was rekindled when she began coaching with Casey in 2017. As an assistant coach, she offers her expertise to a variety of programs, catering to golfers of all skill levels. Currently, she is in the process of pursuing her LPGA Certification.
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Coach Greg Brown
Greg is a PGA Associate member who currently holds the interim position of Head Golf Professional at the Golf Club at Moffett Field. Greg's love affair with golf started at the age of eight, playing the game with his dad and younger brother. By 8th grade, he began focusing exclusively on the sport. He competed in various junior and amateur tournaments across California, earning all-conference honors and securing a golf scholarship to Holy Names University.
While he still competes professionally, Greg has discovered the joy of coaching. As an instructor, his philosophy centers around establishing a strong foundation in golf fundamentals and fostering self-awareness, empowering his students to become their own golf coaches. Being the newest member of the coaching staff, he’s committed to making the game fun and enjoyable for athletes of all skill levels.