New Golf Academy Opens in Fountain Hills, Arizona

Platinum Golf Properties has announced the opening of Platinum Golf Academy in Fountain Hills, Ariz. The academy offers golf schools, clinics, outings and lessons.

Platinum Golf Properties has recruited one of Arizona's top instructors and a past teaching professional at the Golf Club at Eagle Mountain, Derek Nannen. As director of instruction, Nannen will lead all clinics and schools at the Golf Club at Eagle Mountain. Nannen has added several new programs for juniors, beginners, and experienced golfers, as well as customized golf schools for local and out-of-town guests.

Most recently, Nannen has been teaching for ESPN Golf Schools at the TPC Scottsdale. He has worked with some of golf’s top instructors, including Jim McLean, Hank Haney, and Jim Flick. Nannen has the playing experience to back up his teaching, participating in the Nationwide Tour event at Whirlwind Golf Club and on the PGA Tour. He played in the Tucson Open in 2005.

For those interested in learning more about the Platinum Golf Academy, contact Nannen at 480/282-4627 or 866/682-4626.

In addition to the Golf Club at Eagle Mountain, Platinum Golf Properties manages Augusta Ranch Golf Club in Mesa, Ariz. Designed by architect Scott Miller, the Golf Club at Eagle Mountain is located within the 500-acre community Eagle Mountain, in the foothills of the McDowell Mountains.