Chuck DaSilva

Director of Player Development

Pumpkin Ridge would like to welcome Chuck DaSilva, our Director of Player Development. Chuck, acting as an independent contractor, will be working to increase instruction and build player development programs. His focus will be on Juniors, Ladies and those players looking to break 80, 90 or 100. He plans to implement Operation 36 and RGX Coaching which develop players� skills where the game happens. His philosophy is to coach more on the course and keep it simple, fun and friendly. With Chuck�s arrival, Pumpkin Ridge receives a wealth of experience and knowledge. He has been a PGA professional for over 30 years and in the golf business since the age of sixteen. He was born in Torrance, CA and after high school, Chuck attended the University of Portland on a 4-year golf scholarship. He captained the golf team and graduated with a Business Management degree in 1988. He has been a golf professional at Los Verdes GC in California, Columbia Edgewater, head professional at Tri-mountain GC and most recently the Director of Golf at Rock Creek Country Club. Chuck competes in PGA Section and OPGA Chapter tournaments and ProAms. A few of his highlights are: OPGA Chapter Sr. Player of the Year in 2020, Low Professional in numerous ProAms, 1999 OPGA Stroke Play Champion, and set the inaugural course record (66) at Tri-Mountain Golf Course in 1997. Beyond golf, he is most proud of his family. Kristine, his wife of over 32 years, and Chuck have three sons, Steven, Joseph, Michael and two grandchildren. His sons enjoy playing golf as much as their dad. It�s not unusual to see Chuck and his boys competing in a match or two on the course! Chuck is extremely excited to join the team at Pumpkin Ridge. He looks forward to meeting members, playing golf with them, and improving their games! Find Chuck on the course, the driving range, the golf shop or at [email protected].