The professional staff at StoneWater welcome the opportunity to work with their students by focusing on identifying the player’s goals and implementing and executing a game plan to meet that goal.
LUKE EMRICH
Head Golf Professional
Luke is the Head Golf Professional at StoneWater Country Club. A Ferris State University Professional Golf Management graduate, Luke’s career began at Desert Willow Golf Resort in California, where he served as an Assistant Golf Professional and Tournament Coordinator. He later returned to Michigan, working at RedWater Golf as First Assistant at Watermark Country Club before becoming Head Golf Professional at Sunnybrook Country Club. At StoneWater, Luke oversees golf operations, provides individual and group instruction, and manages tournaments. He lives in Lowell, Michigan, with his wife Megan, their four children, and their dog Savannah.
JON MERCER
Golf Professional
Jon Mercer has been a valued member of the RedWater team since 2019. A graduate of Ferris State University, Jon brings a well-rounded background to his role, with prior experience at Pagosa Springs Golf Club in Colorado, Wallingwood Springs Golf Club, and the West Michigan Whitecaps. Originally from Grand Rapids, Jon is happy to be rooted in the area with his wife, Allie, daughter, Charlotte, and their dog, Willow. Jon is passionate about ensuring that our members and guests enjoy the best possible experience year after year.
Nate Jansma
Golf Professional
Nate Jansma is originally from Middleville, Michigan, and is a 2024 graduate of Spring Arbor University with a degree in Sports Management. He most recently worked as an Assistant Golf Professional at Spanish Wells Country Club in Bonita Springs, Florida. While Nate currently resides in Middleville, that will soon change as he prepares to marry his fiancé, Makenzy, in July. He is excited to begin this next chapter and start his family in the Grand Rapids area.
ZACH THEUT, PGA
Teaching Professional
Zach is a PGA Class-A member since 2013, specializing in helping players of all levels improve their skills and scores. Throughout his career, Zach has worked with top coaches, including Pia Nilsson, Lynn Marriott, and Mike Shannon, giving him a holistic approach to teaching. He has also served as an assistant coach for Grand Valley State University’s women’s golf team. Zach spends summers coaching at StoneWater in Grand Rapids and winters with VISION54 at Talking Stick Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Book a lesson with Zach:
https://clients.uschedule.com/stonewatercc/booking
Lesson Rates:
Juniors (18 & under): 1 Hour $95 | 3 Hours $250
Adults: 1 Hour $120 | 3 Hours $300
Nick Badder
Teaching Professional
Nick is an up-and-coming teaching professional who has recently joined our team at the Red Water Group. While enrolled in the Ferris State PGM program, he had the privilege of shadowing renowned instructors in Minnesota, South Carolina, and Georgia, including Gale Peterson, Jared Zak, and Garrett Clark from the Sea Island Performance Center. Nick believes in simplifying the game of golf by breaking down the full swing, short game, and course management to make it accessible for players of all skill levels.
Book a lesson with Nick:
https://clients.uschedule.com/stonewatercc/booking
Lesson Rates:
Juniors (18 & under): 1/2 Hour $45 | 1 Hour $75
Adults: 1/2 Hour $50 | 1 Hour $85