Cleghorn Club Welcomes New General Manager David Quiroz
For Immediate Release
Rutherfordton, NC - June 6, 2023 - Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International) is proud to announce that David Quiroz has been named the General Manager and Head Golf Professional at the Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club (Cleghorn Club). In recent months, renovations were made to the clubhouse and continuation of golf course maintenance has brought the club into impeccable shape alongside the seasonal reopening of the pool. Mulligans restaurant remains open to the public, open Monday - Thursday 10am-4pm and Friday - Sunday 10am-7pm.
“We are fortunate to have David join the Tryon Resort team,” said Sharon Decker, President of Tryon Equestrian Partners Carolinas. “His experience, professionalism and passion will lead us to take The Cleghorn Club to the next level of performance and guest experience. The Cleghorn Club has a rich history in our state and we are excited that the best of its history is yet to come. We will continue to make improvements in both the golf and gun club facilities and experience under David’s leadership.”
A native of Guadalajara, Mexico, David started his golf service career first as an 18-year-old bag room attendant at Phoenix Country Club in Arizona, home of the PGA Tour Champions Schwab Cup. David is no stranger to North Carolina; from 2017-2020 he excelled as an Assistant and then Head Golf Professional at the Cliffs at Walnut Cove in Arden, NC. During his most recent tenure at Pebble Creek Country Club in College Station, TX, David managed a staff of 20 employees that played host to 39,000 rounds per year.
His greatest professional passion is developing relationships with members and guests. David is also committed to fostering a detailed service environment, hosting excellent Member events, and growing the game of golf. David is available for private lessons.
David, his wife of 13 years, Lizethe, and their two daughters Valentina and Sofia are excited to be joining the Tryon Resort family and look forward to making memories in Western North Carolina for years to come.
The greens are in excellent condition at the George Cobb designed course, offering a unique mountain golf experience for players of all levels. Golf and pool memberships are available to the public, along with day passes for the pool. All Cleghorn Club members also receive benefits at other Tryon International amenities, such as discounts at onsite restaurants, Fitness Wide Open, and the Cleghorn Gun Club.
Media Contact:
David is available for interviews and can be reached at dquiroz@tryon.com
Full biography:
David Quiroz became Cleghorn Club GM/Head Golf Professional on May 22, 2023. A native of Guadalajara, Mexico, David started his golf service career first as an 18-year-old bag room attendant at Phoenix Country Club in Arizona, home of the PGA Tour Champions Schwab Cup.
In 1998, after finishing school, David found his true passion for golf at the PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club and began his PGA apprenticeship. From February 2006 to February of 2017, David was the First Assistant Golf Professional and Head Golf Professional at Vista & Marina Vallarta Club de Golf in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the home of TaylorMade and Adidas Golf for 11 years as well as the host of the 2006 Puerto Vallarta Blue Agave PGA Tour Champions. David took 2 years to support a fellow golf professional at Querencia Club de Golf in Los Cabos, Mexico, Tom Fazio’s first design south of the border. David is no stranger to North Carolina; from 2017-2020 he excelled as an Assistant and then Head Golf Professional at the Cliffs at Walnut Cove in Arden, NC. During his most recent tenure at Pebble Creek Country Club in College Station, TX, David managed a staff of 20 employees that played host to 39,000 rounds per year. His greatest professional passion is developing relationships with members and guests. David is also committed to fostering a detailed service environment, hosting excellent Member events, and growing the game of golf. David is available for private lessons.
David, his wife of 13 years, Lizethe, and their two daughters Valentina and Sofia are excited to be joining the Tryon Resort family and look forward to making memories in Western North Carolina for years to come.
About the Cleghorn Golf & Sports Club (Cleghorn Club):
Cleghorn Club is one of the best places to play golf in Western North Carolina. Cleghorn is more than 18 holes of golf; it is an experience you will not soon forget. The views, the George Cobb design (famous for Quail Hollow Club and Par 3 at Augusta National), and the pristine conditions will give you four hours of solid enjoyment. Your best round at Cleghorn will have nothing to do with your score. It will be about the challenge you face on every tee box and how you handle the 18 adventures in front of you. Memberships, lessons and rentals available, with a clubhouse, restaurant as well as pool and sports amenities. Learn more at www.CleghornGolf.com.
About Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International):
Tryon International is the ultimate destination for all who love horses, outdoor living, and an active lifestyle. We offer first-class facilities for equestrian events of all levels and disciplines, located in the Blue Ridge Foothills of Mill Spring, NC. Diverse onsite restaurants, a variety of shops, relaxing lodging getaways, family entertainment, and more make Tryon International an ideal destination, any time of year. Learn more at www.Tryon.com.