PGA HOPE Carolinas Ambassadors
Colton Hensley, Harold Hill, and Alex VenkerColton Hensley
Branch of Service: US Army
Years of Service: 2009-2013
Colton is a graduate of PGA HOPE Asheville. Since joining the HOPE program as a participant, Colton has started a journey to become a PGA Professional. After passing his Player Ability Test, Colton is now an Assistant Golf Professional at The Country Club of Asheville.
Learn more about Colton’s story HERE
Contact Colton at kingedward1388@gmail.com
Harold Hill
Branch of Service: US Coast Guard
Years of Service: 32 Years
Harold started his HOPE journey as a Peer Mentor for PGA HOPE Stono Ferry in 2018. Harold continues to be a mentor to this day, and has actively spread the message of HOPE through his ambassadorship.
Learn more about Harold’s story HERE
Contact Harold at harold1670@gmail.com
Alex Venker
Branch of Service: US Army
Years of Service: 2009-2024
Alex Venker is a PGA HOPE Charlotte Graduate from the Spring class of 2022. Golf is a game of joy and community for him, and his love for the game resonates in his continuous participation. Since his graduation, he has been involved in many ways, including being selected to represent the Carolinas Section at the PGA HOPE National Golf and Wellness Week in October 2024.
Learn more about Alex’s story HERE
Contact Alex at alexvenker@gmail.com
