Minnetonka, MN Fitters
Larry Bobka
- Has fit and built clubs for the best players in the world, including Tiger Woods.
- Spent decades as a fitter and advisor to tour professionals at Titleist, Wilson, and UST
- Serves as assistant coach for the University of Minnesota men’s and women’s golf teams
Larry’s resume is perhaps one of the most impressive and versatile in the entire golf industry. In his 35 years of experience, he has worked as a golf professional, golf equipment designer, and club fitter. He spent 30 of those years working for Wilson and Titleist, where he had the opportunity to work closely with the best Tour professionals in the world. Larry teamed up with Tiger Woods to build the Titleist 681 T Forged irons that Woods used to win multiple major championships in the late 1990s and early 2000s. In addition to his club fitting and advisory role at 2nd Swing, Larry also serves as a coach for many professionals and top amateurs, including the University of Minnesota golf teams. He has fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Trackman, and Quintic.
Drew Bosley
- Served as Golf Operations Manager at Interlachen Country Club
- Trackman Level 2 Certified
Drew provides a strong dose of experience and enthusiasm to the fitting team at 2nd Swing Minnetonka. Previously, Drew spent six years at Interlachen Country Club, fulfilling a variety of sales and customer experience roles before eventually stepping into the role of Operations Manager. Additionally, Drew is a strong player himself, maintaining a plus handicap and regularly competing in events with some of the best amateur golfers in the state. He is Trackman Level 2 certified and has been certified by all of the major manufacturers.
Josh Buckanaga
- Fitting certifications from all major manufacturers
- 2-time 2nd Swing MVP
Josh has now been with 2nd Swing with several years serving multiple roles, most recently master club fitter. He held golf service and equipment sales positions prior to pursuing his love for fitting. Josh is an avid golfer himself and is a father of a competitive junior golfer. As a Level 3 Certified Fitter holding fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, and Mizuno. Josh’s passion for fitting comes from seeing the impact it can have on the enjoyment of the game for every player he works with, whether it be a beginner or a professional. As a result of Josh’s passion and commitment to his club-fitting craft, he has twice been named a 2nd Swing MVP (2017 and 2020).
Tyler Fitzel
- Vast experience in golf as an instructor, coach, advisor, and club fitter
- Trackman Level 2 Certified
Tyler has assembled a versatile resume in the golf industry as a competitor, advisor, coach, and club fitter. He has spent over a decade volunteering with the Minnesota Golf Association and the Minnesota Public Golf Association. Additionally, Tyler has spent over 15 years as an educator while coaching multiple sports, including golf. He’s also a successful competitor, frequently participating in amateur events on the local, state, and national level. Tyler continues to build his extensive fitting resume, which already includes certifications from all major manufacturers including PING, Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade, and Cobra.
Jacob Montgomery
- Green grass junior golf instructor
acob started his career on the green grass side of the industry working both in a pro shop setting and also serving as a junior golf instructor. After graduating from Minnesota State (Mankato), Jacob joined 2nd Swing and has since become a certified master fitter, with certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Mizuno, and Trackman. His passion for the game and continuous desire to learn from each unique fitting has made him a key asset to the fitting team at 2nd Swing Minneapolis.
Max Pumarlo
- Trackman Level 1 Certified
- Had served as master club builder for 3 years
Max has had a strong passion for the game of golf for many years, which makes him a perfect fit at 2nd Swing. His first experience working in golf was as a caddy, looping at several courses and clubs in the Twin Cities area. At 2nd Swing, Max has served as a sales associate and as a master club builder. He now transitions into a fitting role and has already completed fitting certifications for all the major manufacturers and has completed Trackman Level 1 certifications.
Aaron Roth
- Qualified for the U.S. Mid-Am Championship in 2016
- Trackman Level 2 Certified
Aaron has worked in the golf industry since 2003 and has served as a master club fitter and fitting manager at 2nd Swing since 2011. He has maintained a scratch handicap for over 20 years and continues to play competitively in USGA, Minnesota PGA, and MGA events. In 2016, he qualified for the U.S. Mid-Amateur Championship at the Stonewall Links in Elverson, Pennsylvania. Aaron continues to build upon his outstanding fitting resume, which includes several 2nd Swing fitter of the year awards and certifications from several major manufacturers including PING, Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade, Mizuno, Cleveland/Srixon, Cobra, Miura, and more.
Brian Sinclair
- Golf Academy of America Graduate
- Served as a Golf Professional and Director of Instruction prior to joining 2nd Swing
Brian has significant experience in the golf industry, and his expertise has carried over seamlessly into the fitting bay at 2nd Swing. A Golf Academy of America graduate, Brian has earned numerous certifications in club fitting, teaching, tournament operations, and more. He has been recognized as a Top 100 Fitter by PING and Mizuno, and has earned fitting certifications from PING, Titleist, TaylorMade, Callaway, Mizuno, and Trackman.
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