Ohana Series

Can you share a bit about your background and your role at Kapalua Golf?My name is Sebastian, and I am originally from Scranton, PA. I studied Professional Golf Management at Penn State University, and through Penn State, I have worked at some of the top clubs in the country. My past experiences have led me to the Assistant Golf Professional role at Kapalua. What is your favorite aspect of working at Kapalua Golf?My favorite aspect of working for Kapalua is the community that it provides. The...

Can you share a bit about your background and your role at Kapalua Golf? Hi, I’m Jack Fisher. I am an assistant golf professional at Kapalua the Bay Course and have been working for Kapalua Golf and Tennis since the beginning of April 2023. I spent 2 years working for the Waldorf Astoria Golf Club in Orlando, Florida prior to moving to Maui for the Job in April.   What is your favorite aspect of working at Kapalua Golf?  My favorite aspect of working at Kapalua Golf is the joy I...

Tell us about yourself? My name is Ryan Cancino and I am the 1st Assistant Golf professional at the Plantation Course.  In 2017, I moved from Dallas to Maui to come work for Kapalua Golf. Throughout my 20-year career, I have had the privilege to work at facilities across various locations, such as Denver, Phoenix, El Paso, New Mexico, and Florida.What is your favorite aspect of working at Kapalua Golf?You get the opportunity of interacting with an international clientele, thereby...

Tell us about yourself? My name is Evan Dahl and I am an assistant pro at the Bay Course here at Kapalua. I've been working at Kapalua since October of 2022.  I previously managed a state-of-the-art car wash in Redding, CA before I moved to Maui in 2021.  What do you like to do on your days off?  On my days off, I like to go diving. If I'm not doing that, then you'll usually find me at the golf course practicing or playing.  What has golf taught you?  Golf has taught...

Tell us a bit about yourself?  My name is Jake Braceros and I work in Guest  Services at the Bay Course here at Kapalua. I have worked here for the past 18 years. I am originally from San Fernando, Philippines and I moved to Maui in 2005. Maui is a special place because of the consistently perfect weather and chill vibes.  What do you like to do on your days off?  For me, off days are all about family bonding. How did you get into golf and what has significantly improved your game? Golf...

Tell us a bit about yourself? Who are you? What do you do and your journey to Maui?    My name is Tony Aranda and I am the 1st Assistant Golf Professional at Kapalua. Maui welcomed me in just over a year ago and it’s been the most incredible experience since the moment I stepped foot on the island. The island life is a familiar and comfortable environment for me and the golf is on another level. Kapalua Bay and Plantation courses are special, not from just incredible architecture and golf, but...