Rocky Nelson Bio


PGA Life Member

Professional Background:

  • Westerville Golf Center (1995-2002)

  • The Ohio State University (1987-1995)

  • Riverview Golf Club (1986)

  • Bridgeview Golf Club (1982-1985)

  • Columbus School of Golf – Owner/Operator (1979-1981

  • Minerva Lake, Blackhawk (1975)

  • Groveport Golf Club (1972-1974)

  • Blacklick Metroparks (1971)


Competed in:

  • 3 U.S. Opens

  • Former Member PGA Senior Tour

  • 3 Senior PGA Championships

  • 9 PGA Club Championships

  • 5 Senior PGA Club Championships

  • 2 U.S. Senior Opens

  • 4 Time PGA Chapter Champion

  • 2 Time District Open Champion

  • 1992 Section PGA Seniors Champion

  • 1996 & 1997 Senior PGA Player of the Year


Teaching Accomplishments:

  • Head Coach, Ohio State University Women’s Golf Team

  • Hosted 1992 NCAA Women’s Championships

  • Established OSU Junior Golf Camps (1994, 1995)

  • Organized and Conducted NCAA “Yes” Program (1997)

  • Twice Nominated National Teacher of the Year

  • Sectional Teacher of the Year (1988, 1994)