Chowan University Adds Women's Golf

MURFREESBORO, North Carolina  -- Vice President/Director of Athletics Ozzie McFarland stated, "We are very excited to announce the addition of women's golf to our athletic department.  It is a growing women's sport and should be a great addition to our athletic program."

Mike Ordnung has been selected and tasked with the implementation and the development of the institution's first women's golf team in program history.  He noted, "I am thrilled to have been selected to begin the women's golf program at Chowan.  It is undoubtedly an outstanding opportunity to build history and impact the lives of student-athletes."

McFarland noted, "I believe Mike is the perfect person to lead our entry into women's golf.  His playing background, knowledge of our area and in particular, of Chowan University along with his golf connections make him an excellent choice for this position".

Ordnung is currently the general manager of Valley Pine Country Club in Lasker, NC and has held the position since 2006.  There, his is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the facility, inventory control, conducting private golf lessons, clinics and tournaments while supervising the staff.  Additionally, he generates revenue and expands sales by initiating and monitoring the effectiveness of monthly promotions, maintains and expands the country club's membership base while making responsible management decisions.

Prior to working at Valley Pine, Ordnung was the Head Golf Professional at Club Corp: The Currituck Club for four years.  He developed and oversaw the club's 3.2 million dollar budget through financial forecasts, revenue game plans and inventory control.  He was responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Pro Shop, the 15-member golf operations staff and conducted lessons, clinics and tournaments.

The Jackson, NC native is a 2002 graduate of Campbell University where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Business Administration.  He is the son of Chowan's men's golf coach and outdoor facilities manager Ellen Ordnung.  He has a wife, Laurie, and son, Preston.

Opportunities continue to grow for female students at Chowan University with the official addition of women's golf for the 2014-15 academic year.

COURTESY CHOWAN UNIVERSITY ATHLETIC MEDIA RELATIONS