FROM THE WORLD GOLF TEACHERS TOP 60 PUBLICATION
Mike has a remarkable story of perseverance. Originally from Havana, Cuba, he served time as a political prisoner under Fidel Castro’s regime, merely for being a member of the Knights of Columbus. Mike eventually made his way to Miami where he worked in the restaurant business until he relocated to the Chicago area. He joined the U. S. G. T. F. in 1995 becoming a Level IV Master Teaching Professional in 1999. Mike is also a frequent competitor in U. S. G. T. F. and W. G. T. F. events as well as local professional events.

Mike conducts all Junior Golf Clinics at Renwood Golf Course in Round Lake Beach, Illinois. He also conducts clinics for several area high schools, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, YMCA First Tee Program, Spanish foreign-exchange students and others.