Member Spotlight | Hill Herrick, PGA | Tri-State PGA
HILL HERRICK, PGA
Director of Golf, The Greenbrier
2025 Tri-State PGA Hall of Fame Inductee
What is your go-to Music? 1970's Rock & Disco and Classi
What is your go-to type of Mo Action and Adventure
What is your go-to Food?
Anything my wife (former Gree Chef) makes
What is your go-to Snack?
Peanut M&M's, Chocolate Chip Cookies, and any snack my wife makes!
Tell us something that people might be surprised to know about you.
I am a fairly accomplished French Horn player, was 1st Chair in the Michigan Honors Band my senior year in High School, and I now just play for fun during our off-season with local groups and mentor high school students.
HILL HERRICK, PGA
Where did you grow up?
I am from Saginaw, Michigan, graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Marketing, and was a four-year letterman on the golf team. Tell us about your family.
- Are you married, and do you have any children? Married 34 years to Carol (from Freeport, PA), no children. My wife had West Highland Terriers when we met; I didn't think I would get along with small, barking dogs since I grew up with larger dogs and cats. We are now on #7 & #8!, never have had any other breed
How do you spend your time away from the course?
I am rarely away from the course, but during the off-season, I walk or hike, work out at the gym, play music, and play golf, which I do very little of during the season.
What is the best part of your game?
All aspects of my short game are pretty good.
What is your best round of Golf?
70 from the back tees at the Golf Club in New Albany, OH
HILL HERRICK, PGA MEMBER
Name two favorite golf courses that you've played, and what makes them unique to you?
The Red Fox in Tryon, NC, we would play it several times during our Michigan State spring trips, wonderful memories of a fantastic Ellis Maples design; unfortunately, it closed a few years ago.
Belvedere Golf Club, Charlevoix, MI, is a great course in northern Michigan that was the longtime host of the Michigan Amateur Championship, which I competed in.
If you could play a round of golf with any three people (alive or deceased), who would they be?
Sam Snead, Tom Watson & Lee Trevino. All have had the title of Golf Professional Emeritus at the Greenbrier since I have been working here.
What initially drew you to the game of Golf, and how did you get started?
My father told me I would follow him around the course when I was two years old and chip and putt with cut down clubs. I started playing regularly when I was 12, the minimum age to play by yourself at Saginaw Country Club. I also caddied there.
HILL HERRICK, PGA MEMBER
How long have you been a PGA member, and what made you decide to pursue a career in the PGA of America?
38 years on December 1st. - The opportunity to play and teach golf, work outdoors, meet people, and mentor others was the driving force behind my decision
Who has had the biggest influence on your life or career?
My father was the hardest worker I have ever seen; he practiced medicine for over 60 years, but always found time to do things with me.
Robert Harris, retired Director of Golf at The Greenbrier, was a tremendous role model and taught me invaluable lessons in our 31 years together.
My wife, my best friend, is so supportive of anything I do.
Please provide some insight into your previous roles. Assistant Professional at the Broadmoor, Colorado Springs, and CO-Assistant Professional at Innisbrook, Palm Harbor, FL
What’s your favorite part of working with your members, students, clients, or guests?
The great thing about working at The Greenbrier is the wide variety of guests I meet and enjoying the wonderful experiences they have here with them. Many return every year.
HILL HERRICK, PGA
What advice would you give to aspiring PGA Professionals entering the industry today?
Congratulate them on their decision and explain to them all that, as in all business endeavors, there will be challenges, but if they have a passion for learning and improving every day, love the game, and are willing to develop consistent, outstanding work habits, the rewards and memories will be worth all the effort.
What does being a PGA of America Member mean to you?
A PGA Professional displays the following characteristics: Credible, Honest, Professional, Responsible, Community Leader, Friend, Mentor, Inspirational, Loyal, Respectful, Recognizable, Trustworthy, and many more. It is truly an honor to be a PGA Professional.
What does “Growing the Game” mean to you?
I believe in growing the game by giving the opportunity to players to participate in golf tournaments. I have been fortunate to be involved with over 4000 golf tournaments at The Greenbrier since 1984, from High School matches to PGA TOUR events and everything in between, where thousands of players and millions of television viewers have been able to enjoy the game.
HILL HERRICK, PGA MEMBER
What legacy do you hope to leave as a PGA Professional?
I would like to be remembered as someone who was very helpful to everyone, had a passion for the game, a sense of humor even in the most difficult times, and spent a tremendous amount of time making everyone's job more rewarding and fun through ongoing communication that simplified what can be a very complex working environment.
Can you provide/list any special awards, achievements, or recognitions you’re particularly proud of?
27 Assistant Professionals I have worked with have attained Head Professional/Director of Golf/Teaching Professional positions.
PGA Certified Professional in Golf Operations
PGA National Merchandiser of the Year
Tri-State PGA - Hall of Fame, Professional of the Year, Merchandiser of the Year, Bill Strausbaugh Award
WVPGA Professional of the Year
Golf Digest - Best Teacher in State
HILL HERRICK, PGA
SPECIAL MESSAGE from the TSPGA
The Tri-State PGA Officers, Board Members, and Past Presidents proudly congratulate Hill Herrick on his lifelong dedication to excellence, mentorship, and service, which embodies everything the PGA stands for, and were honored to celebrate his remarkable career and contributions to the game at the 2025 TSPGA Annual Fall Meeting.
Please view the video below to hear a few words from Hill after he received the award.
