Jerel Walker

Biography

Jerel Walker was named the University of Maryland Eastern Shore head golf coach in June of 2024. Walker is an esteemed member of the Golf Coaches Association of America, renowned for his expertise in golf instruction and player development. Walker's coaching journey includes a variety of roles including serving as a private golf instructor at Top Hybrid Training in Washington, D.C., and Memphis, Tennessee guiding students of all skill levels to achieve their full potential on the golf course. From 2012 to 2017, Walker coached at Jackson State University, where he was responsible for overseeing team management, recruitment, and academic success. His teams consistently excelled, securing multiple championships and individual accolades, winning the academic championship in 2016 and earning the 2017 South-Western Athletic Conference Champions runners-up. Walker has been heavily involved in youth golf development through his role as a lead youth golf coach at The First Tee of Central Mississippi, where he designed engaging lesson plans and fostered a nurturing environment for aspiring young golfers. Walker has contributed to the broader golf community through internships with the United States Golf Association (USGA), gaining valuable experience in tournament organization and player development. He has experience in NCAA athletic administration at JSU and taught as an adjunct professor at Holmes Community College from 2016 to 2018, and served as an academic advisor at Howard Commu