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Carl J Whetsell
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Fort Worth, Texas
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About Carl
CJ Whetsell is the Director of Golf at Ridglea Country Club in Fort Worth, where he and his wife Vanessa joined the staff in 2013 to be closer to family. A PGA Class A Member since 2016, Whetsell went on to earn his Specialized Professional Certification in 2021, demonstrating his commitment to advancing his craft. He provides instruction to members across both the North and South courses at one of Fort Worth's most storied private clubs.
Director of Golf at Ridglea Country Club since 2013; PGA Class A since 2016+
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