Ben Arrington, a Tucson, AZ native, began his golf journey at Salpointe Catholic High School before continuing at the collegiate level with New Mexico State University. After graduating, Ben moved to La Quinta, CA, where he served as an Assistant Golf Professional at the renowned PGA West and earned his PGA Class A Professional status in 2008.

Ben’s extensive career reflects his dedication to junior golf development and fostering a love for the game in players of all ages. Over the years, Ben has held various leadership positions, including:

• Program Director at First Tee Tucson

• Tournament Coordinator for both Ricki Rarick and the Southern Arizona Junior Golf Association (SAJGA), managing numerous junior golf tournaments

• Head Coach for PGA Junior League and the Ping Interclub Championship Team (2024)

• PGA Rules Official with the Junior Golf Association of Arizona (JGAA)

Ben also holds a Level One Smart 2 Move Certification, enabling him to integrate advanced biomechanics and ground reaction force analysis into his coaching.

At Good 2 Great Golf, Ben brings his wealth of experience and passion for teaching to a diverse range of golfers. He specializes in coaching junior players aiming to compete at high school and collegiate levels, focusing on swing mechanics, short game strategies, course management, and mental performance. Utilizing cutting-edge technology like Trackman, Sportsbox AI, and Smart 2 Move Ground Force Plates, Ben delivers real-time, data-driven feedback to elevate his students’ performance.

Although he excels at working with golfers of all ages, Ben’s passion for mentoring junior golfers remains at the core of his teaching philosophy. He is thrilled to be a part of the Good 2 Great Golf team, collaborating with Head Coach Paul Tosca and other professionals committed to helping players unlock their full potential.