Golf Instructors

Meet Heidi, LPGA Professional

Heidi Papoosha is a seasoned LPGA Teaching Professional with over 20 years of experience managing and teaching golf. Heidi serves as our Golf Director at the New England Sports Hub. She offers lessons to golfers of all ages and skill levels. Her mission is to grow the game and introduce new players to the game!

Before joining the New England Sports Hub, Heidi held the position of Lead LPGA Teaching Professional at Wyndemere Country Club in Naples, Florida in the winter months. During the summer season Heidi was the Director of Instruction and Tournament Director at Kingswood Golf Club in Wolfeboro, NH. She also served as the Director of Instruction at Lyman Orchards Golf Academy in Middlefield, Connecticut, where she developed and managed the golf curriculum. Additionally, Heidi was the Assistant Golf Coach at Yale University, focusing on swing mechanics, mental approach, and course management for student-athletes.

Earlier in her career, Heidi was the LPGA Head Golf Professional at Hideaway Beach Club in Marco Island, Florida. In this role, she oversaw the entire golf operation and provided both private and group lessons to club members.

Heidi’s teaching philosophy emphasizes creating a non-intimidating and enjoyable learning environment for golfers of all levels. Lessons are student focused and key in on students strengths. She was mentored by Dr. T.J. Tomasi, a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and author of over 15 golf instruction books, with whom she trained and instructed with.

For those interested in lessons or more information, Heidi can be contacted at heidi@nesportshub.com

Tim Loch, PGA Professional

A native of Portsmouth NH, Tim Loch grew up around the game of golf. Being the son of a PGA Professional, he spent much of his youth caddying and golfing at Portsmouth Country Club and has had a club in his hands since he was a youngster. He started PGA school in 1999 while living and working at a golf course in San Diego, CA. Tim moved back to NH and joined Cochecho Country Club as an assistant in 2002. Upon graduating with his PGA Class A status in 2007, he
became Head Golf Professional at Cochecho, a position he held for the next 17 years.

For nearly 30 years in the golf industry, Tim has been conducting beginner and women’s clinics, golf camps, First Tee programs, individual and group lessons, as well as on-course instruction. His teaching technique emphasizes basic swing, fundamentals and course management, while also touching upon golf etiquette, rules, and golf lingo. He utilizes his acquired knowledge of the game to promote a relaxed and friendly learning environment, all while keeping the emphasis on progress and fun.

Professional highlights:
PGA Class A Member, elected 2007
Obtained additional PGA Certification in Golf Operations in 2018
NH District Director to the New England PGA, 2013-2016
NH Chapter PGA President 2017-2018
Awarded NH PGA Bill Strasbaugh Award 2017
Awarded Honorary Lifetime Membership Cochecho CC 2023
Awarded NH PGA Professional of the Year 2024

Experienced in Private, Public and Resort Golf Courses:
Head Golf Professional Cochecho Country Club 2007-2023
Tournament Coordinator Rancho Bernardo Inn Resort, San Diego CA 1999-2001
Clubhouse Manager Pease Golf Course – Portsmouth, NH 1994-1999

Instruction rate: 1 hour lesson- $110

To book a lesson with Tim email for an appointment:

Tloch72@yahoo.com

Cell: 603-767-6080

Learn from PGA Professional Sue Kaffenburgh

With nearly 40 years of teaching and coaching experience, Sue Kaffenburgh has helped thousands of golfers improve their games and enjoy golf more. Known for her ability to quickly identify the true causes of swing problems, Sue creates personalized improvement plans that deliver lasting results.

A nationally recognized instructor, published golf writer, and presenter at PGA teaching conferences, Sue combines proven fundamentals with a clear, encouraging coaching style that helps golfers of all skill levels gain confidence and play better.

Whether you’re new to the game or looking to take your skills to the next level, Sue’s passion is helping golfers achieve results they never thought possible.

Known as one of the best teachers in the country, Sue has been recognized for her unique approach to teaching, winning awards in the region and nationally, including:

• Golf Digest #1 Teacher, Cape Cod; #12 in Massachusetts (2017/2018)
• Top Teachers, New England – Golf Magazine
• America’s Top Golf Instructors Guide
• Top 50 Teachers – Golf for Women Magazine
• PGA Teacher of the Year – New England Section
• Top 400 Teachers – Golf Digest Magazine
• LPGA Teacher of the Year – Northeast Section
• PGA Teacher of the Year – Cape Cod Chapter
• Master Club Fitter – Henry-Griffitts
• Titleist Performance Instructor – Previous Certified Fitness Instructor
• Sports Illustrated has called Sue “…one of the game’s Top Twenty Teachers.“

Experience the difference that expert instruction can make at New England Sports Hub.

If you are interested in lessons or more information, Sue can be contacted at susiepga@comcast.net