{"id":48524,"date":"2026-07-27T16:40:17","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T11:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/?p=48524"},"modified":"2026-07-27T16:41:19","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T11:11:19","slug":"jack-oneill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/","title":{"rendered":"Jack O&#8217;Neill: Golf Pro at Nantucket&#8217;s Miacomet Club"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nantucket Island has a quiet golf gem, and Jack O&#8217;Neill is one of the people keeping it running smoothly. If you&#8217;ve ever played a round at Miacomet Golf Club, there&#8217;s a good chance his name has come up. Golfers who visit the island often ask about the team behind the course, and Jack O&#8217;Neill is a familiar face in that story. This article breaks down who Jack O&#8217;Neill is, his background, his education, and his role at Miacomet Golf Club.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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O&#8217;Neill?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Early_Life_and_Education\" >Early Life and Education<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#University_of_Vermont_Years\" >University of Vermont Years<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Career_Journey\" >Career Journey<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Turning_Pro\" >Turning Pro<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Joining_Miacomet_Golf_Club\" >Joining Miacomet Golf Club<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Role_at_Miacomet_Golf_Club\" >Role at Miacomet Golf Club<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Teaching_and_Operations\" >Teaching and Operations<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#NEPGA_Involvement\" >NEPGA Involvement<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#About_Miacomet_Golf_Club\" >About Miacomet Golf Club<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#History_and_Location\" >History and Location<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Course_Features\" >Course Features<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Why_Club_Professionals_Like_Jack_ONeill_Matter\" >Why Club Professionals Like Jack O&#8217;Neill Matter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Jack_ONeills_Impact_on_Local_Golf\" >Jack O&#8217;Neill&#8217;s Impact on Local Golf<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/jack-oneill\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Facts_About_Jack_ONeill\"><\/span><b>Quick Facts About Jack O&#8217;Neill<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Attribute<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Details<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full Name<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Current Role<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First Assistant Golf Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Club<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miacomet Golf Club, Nantucket<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Birthplace<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cape Cod, Massachusetts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Residence<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nantucket, Massachusetts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Vermont<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Degree<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">B.A. in Political Science, Accounting minor<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career Path<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PGA Associate \/ Teaching Professional<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Events Played<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New England PGA (NEPGA) chapter events<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">International Wins<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not publicly recorded<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Age<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not publicly confirmed<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course Opened<\/span><\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/miacomet-golf-course\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miacomet Golf Club<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, 1963 (expanded to 18 holes in 2003)<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_Is_Jack_ONeill\"><\/span><b>Who Is Jack O&#8217;Neill?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill works as a golf professional at Miacomet Golf Club on Nantucket. He isn&#8217;t a touring pro chasing world rankings. Instead, he&#8217;s built his career on teaching, coaching, and running day-to-day golf operations. That&#8217;s a different path than most people picture when they hear &#8220;professional golfer,&#8221; but it&#8217;s just as demanding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golf professionals like Jack O&#8217;Neill often wear multiple hats in a single day. One moment he might be giving a beginner their first lesson. The next, he could be handling a scheduling issue or greeting members at the first tee.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>A typical day for Jack O&#8217;Neill can include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running one-on-one or group golf lessons<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Managing tee-time schedules and bookings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supporting pro shop and member services<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coordinating with the wider Miacomet Golf Club staff<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Representing the club at NEPGA events<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Early_Life_and_Education\"><\/span><b>Early Life and Education<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill was born in Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Growing up so close to the coast likely shaped his early connection to golf. New England has a long golfing tradition, and Cape Cod sits right in the middle of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cape Cod&#8217;s mix of small-town community life and easy access to golf courses gives young players a strong foundation. Many golfers from this part of Massachusetts grow up playing on public courses before moving into competitive or professional roles.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"University_of_Vermont_Years\"><\/span><b>University of Vermont Years<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He attended the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uvm.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Vermont<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, where he earned a B.A. in Political Science with a minor in Accounting. That combination is unusual for a golf professional. However, it makes sense once you consider his current role.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Why his education matters on the job:<\/b><\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Skill Area<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>How It Applies at Miacomet Golf Club<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Political Science background<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Communication with members, conflict resolution<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accounting minor<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Budgeting, pro shop finances, course operations<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Combined skill set<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Balancing teaching duties with club management<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Few golf professionals combine this kind of academic background with hands-on course experience, which sets Jack O&#8217;Neill apart from a typical teaching pro.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Career_Journey\"><\/span><b>Career Journey<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill didn&#8217;t head straight to the PGA Tour after college. Instead, he chose the club professional route. This path focuses on teaching, mentoring, and building relationships with golfers at a single course.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Turning_Pro\"><\/span><b>Turning Pro<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After finishing his studies, Jack O&#8217;Neill turned pro as a PGA Associate. This track is common among golfers who want to work closely with a club and its members.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Steps typically involved in this career path:<\/b><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Completing a relevant college degree<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registering as a PGA Associate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gaining supervised teaching and operations experience<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressing into an assistant or head professional role<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Building a long-term presence at a home club<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Joining_Miacomet_Golf_Club\"><\/span><b>Joining Miacomet Golf Club<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill eventually landed at Miacomet Golf Club, one of Nantucket&#8217;s most recognizable courses. This move connected his coastal upbringing with a role that lets him stay close to home while working in golf full-time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Role_at_Miacomet_Golf_Club\"><\/span><b>Role at Miacomet Golf Club<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As First Assistant Golf Professional, Jack O&#8217;Neill handles a wide range of responsibilities. His job isn&#8217;t limited to lessons. It includes course operations, member support, and helping run daily activities at Miacomet Golf Club.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teaching_and_Operations\"><\/span><b>Teaching and Operations<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Much of his work centers on instruction. Teaching professionals like Jack O&#8217;Neill help golfers of all skill levels improve their game.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>His teaching responsibilities generally cover:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beginner lessons and fundamentals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swing analysis for experienced players<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course strategy guidance<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Equipment advice for club members and visitors<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"NEPGA_Involvement\"><\/span><b>NEPGA Involvement<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill also takes part in New England PGA (NEPGA) chapter events. This keeps him connected to the wider golf community beyond Miacomet Golf Club, and it gives him a chance to network with other professionals while staying sharp on his own game.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_Miacomet_Golf_Club\"><\/span><b>About Miacomet Golf Club<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miacomet Golf Club is a well-known public course on Nantucket Island. It has a long history, and it plays an important role in the island&#8217;s golf scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"History_and_Location\"><\/span><b>History and Location<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><b>Milestone<\/b><\/td>\n<td><b>Year<\/b><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course originally opened<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1963<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expanded to full 18 holes<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2003<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Location<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nantucket, Massachusetts<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Course type<\/span><\/td>\n<td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public<\/span><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The expansion in 2003 marked a major turning point, allowing Miacomet Golf Club to host more golfers and offer a fuller round experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Course_Features\"><\/span><b>Course Features<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because Miacomet Golf Club is public, it welcomes both residents and visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What makes it accessible to a wide range of golfers:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Open to residents and tourists alike<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Suitable for beginners and experienced golfers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supported by teaching professionals like Jack O&#8217;Neill<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coastal setting typical of New England courses<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Club_Professionals_Like_Jack_ONeill_Matter\"><\/span><b>Why Club Professionals Like Jack O&#8217;Neill Matter<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not every talented golfer chases tour events. Many, like Jack O&#8217;Neill, choose to build careers around teaching and club management instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Key qualities club professionals need:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patience with golfers at every skill level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong communication and people skills<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Deep, course-specific knowledge<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consistency across seasons, not just single events<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Golfers who learn from professionals like Jack O&#8217;Neill often build stronger fundamentals early on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jack_ONeills_Impact_on_Local_Golf\"><\/span><b>Jack O&#8217;Neill&#8217;s Impact on Local Golf<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Working at a public course means Jack O&#8217;Neill interacts with a wide range of players. From beginners to seasoned golfers, his role at Miacomet Golf Club puts him in a position to shape how people experience the game on Nantucket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, professionals in roles like this often become part of the identity of the course itself. Visitors returning to Miacomet Golf Club year after year may specifically remember a lesson or piece of advice from Jack O&#8217;Neill, long after they&#8217;ve forgotten a particular round&#8217;s score.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><b>Conclusion<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill represents a different but equally important side of professional golf. Instead of chasing tour titles, he&#8217;s built a career around teaching, mentoring, and running operations at Miacomet Golf Club. His path from Cape Cod to the University of Vermont, and eventually to Nantucket, shows how varied a golf career can look. For anyone visiting Miacomet Golf Club, Jack O&#8217;Neill is one of the people helping keep the experience welcoming and well-run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read About: <\/strong><a class=\"eael-grid-post-link\" title=\"Wesley Bryan: PGA Tour Career, Stats &amp; Bryan Bros Golf\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jbsagolf.com\/blogs\/wesley-bryan\/\">Wesley Bryan: PGA Tour Career, Stats &amp; Bryan Bros Golf<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Who is Jack O&#8217;Neill?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jack O&#8217;Neill is the First Assistant Golf Professional at Miacomet Golf Club on Nantucket.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Where did Jack O&#8217;Neill go to college?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He attended the University of Vermont, earning a degree in Political Science with an Accounting minor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>What is Jack O&#8217;Neill&#8217;s job at Miacomet Golf Club?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He handles teaching, coaching, and day-to-day operations at the club.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Does Jack O&#8217;Neill play in tournaments?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, he competes in New England PGA (NEPGA) chapter events.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Where is Miacomet Golf Club located?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It&#8217;s located on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>When did Miacomet Golf Club open?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It opened in 1963 and expanded to 18 holes in 2003.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is Jack O&#8217;Neill a touring professional?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, he follows the club professional and teaching pro career path instead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is Miacomet Golf Club open to the public?<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yes, it&#8217;s a public golf course open to residents and visitors.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nantucket Island has a quiet golf gem, and Jack O&#8217;Neill is one of the people keeping it running smoothly. 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