Matthew Long named General Manager of Sandia Golf Club

Matt Long

OB Sports Golf Management is proud to announce the appointment of Matthew Long as PGA General Manager of Sandia Golf Club in Albuquerque, N.M. The Head Golf Professional since 2012, Long will oversee all golf operations at the award-winning Pueblo of Sandia-owned golf course.

“I’ve seen first-hand the hard work Matt has put in for the past 8 years, and I couldn’t be prouder of or more excited for him as he makes the next step in his career” said OB Sports Senior Vice President of Operations, Matt Molloy, who coincidentally hired Long as Sandia’s General Manager. “He has the kind of work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to first-class customer service that has made an incredible impact on the operation since starting here 8 years ago. I can’t wait to see the successes the Club will have with Matt’s leadership.”

A Sun Country PGA Section Class A Member since 2008, Long has been involved in all aspects of operations at Sandia, from coordinating tournaments to managing players associations. Under his leadership, Sandia has become the “Gold” standard in customer service in the Albuquerque golf market, tournament rounds and revenue have increased, and employee retention has skyrocketed. This is all a testament to his dedication and hard work. He is PGA Certified in General Management. Matt also currently serves as Secretary for the Sun Country PGA Section.

Born in Denver, CO., and raised in Albuquerque, N.M., Matt attended Highland High School and started his career at Puerto Del Sol Golf Club and Four Hills Country Club, as an assistant golf professional. He currently lives in Albuquerque, with his wife, Crystal, and two children, Ethan and Mia.

For more information about Sandia Golf Club, visit www.sandiagolf.com or call 505.796.7500.