Southridge Staff#
Dave McCleave, PGA Professional#

Dave grew up in Fort Collins, where he graduated from Poudre High School. He attended the University of Wyoming, and played on the golf team. He was named the first-ever Division I All-American golfer in 1992 and graduated from the university that same year. In 2007 Dave was the first golfer inducted into the University of Wyoming Sports Hall of Fame. He was the head professional at City Park Nine from 2005-2009 and has worked as the head professional at Southridge ever since.
Josh Evans, Superintendent#

Josh Evans has a Bachelor of Science Degree with a Turfgrass Management Concentration from Colorado State University and a strong background in grounds maintenance. Helping Southridge achieve Audubon Sanctuary status as well as holding a Certified Golf Irrigation Auditor License are important achievements in Josh’s career. Josh strives to make sustainable choices on large and small-scale projects to ensure a bright future for our community.
Evan Forgue, Assistant Superintendent#

Evan Forgue grew up in Fort Collins where he developed a passion for the game of golf and music from an early age. After graduating from Fort Collins High School, he attended Louisiana State University where he completed a bachelor's degree in music composition. After graduating from LSU, he moved back home and started working at Mountain Vista Greens Golf Course where he redefined his love for the game of golf and developed a passion for turf management. Over time, he worked his way into the position of golf course foreman at Mountain Vista Greens then decided to pursue a career at Fort Collins Country Club. After four years with Fort Collins Country Club and earning a spot as the golf course's irrigation technician, he is now happy to have the opportunity to be the Assistant Superintendent at Southridge Golf Course.
Steve Wallace, Parks & Grounds Technician#

Steve Wallace has worked as Southridge since 1991. He graduated from Rocky Mountain High School in 1982. Steve was in the U.S. Navy from 1985 to 1989. He has been married to his wife Lisa since 1987 and they have an amazing son, Matthew. Steve loves everything Colorado - hiking, biking, sunshine, and the Broncos. He loves Southridge and is looking forward to many more years there.
Francis Churches, Parks & Grounds Technician#

Francis is from the small town of Nederland, CO, and has a love for anything outdoors. Obtaining his bachelor's degree in Horticulture from Colorado State University, he is passionate about the turf industry and all it has to offer. Francis is very excited to be working at Southridge and continuously aims to make this property even more beautiful than it already is!
Kathy Knadler, LPGA Class A Golf Instructor#

A Fort Collins native, Kathy joined the PGA of America and LPGA in 1996, instructed at Stonecreek Golf Club and spent 18 years directing pilot program, LPGA-USGA Girls Golf of Phoenix. She is currently a seasonal instructor at Moon Valley Country Club in Phoenix, Arizona. Voted Phoenix Sports Commissions’ Youth Coach of the Year, she enjoys introducing juniors and adults to the game and works with aspiring collegiate players and amateur players of all levels.