Alabama Assistant Coach Jon Howell Named Director of Golf at Annandale Golf Club
6/11/2021 12:31:00 PM | Men's Golf
Howell departs the Crimson Tide program after spending seven seasons as the assistant men’s golf coach
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama assistant coach Jon Howell has been named the Director of Golf at Annandale Golf Club in Madison, Miss., and will be departing the men's golf program after seven years of service.
"This was an incredibly tough decision, but one I ultimately made for the best interest of my family," Howell said. "It's been an incredible run and we have thoroughly enjoyed our time in Tuscaloosa. We have made friendships and memories that will last a lifetime. I would especially like to thank head coach Jay Seawell for everything he has taught me during my time with the Alabama men's golf program. It is one of the best programs in the nation from top-to-bottom and it's been a sincere joy being a part of it for the past seven years. To the players, thank you for making me a better coach and person. I am proud to have worked alongside some of the best young men anyone can be around, and it has been an incredible experience to be your coach. My wife Kay, my daughter Sadie and I are excited for this next opportunity in my career and the chance to return to our home state of Mississippi. Roll Tide!"
Howell made a lasting impact during his seven seasons at The Capstone, helping guide Alabama to an NCAA Regional appearance each season the tournament was held, including a runner-up finish at the 2018 SEC Championships and NCAA Championships.
"Jon has done a tremendous job for our program," head coach Jay Seawell said. "We played in an NCAA and SEC final and had many great moments together. He has been an integral part of our players' lives, as well as mine, for the past seven years. He will certainly be missed but I am very excited for the new opportunity for him, his wife Kay and his daughter Sadie."
Alongside Seawell, Howell coached All-Americans Robby Shelton (first team), Davis Riley (honorable mention in 2016 and third team in 2017) and Lee Hodges (third team in 2018), who each have earned their PGA Tour cards.
In all, Howell helped the Tide to an NCAA runner-up finish (2018), three consecutive NCAA Championship appearances (2016-18) and six straight NCAA Regional showings (2015-19, 21) while coaching four All-Americans, seven all-district performers and nine All-SEC honorees.
Off the course, Howell has thrived in his duties as Director of the Alabama Golf Academy and the Crimson Tide Open, helping grow both to record-setting numbers this year.
Howell came to Tuscaloosa after serving nearly four years as the director of golf instruction at the Country Club of Jackson (Miss.), where he had a track record for developing some of the top junior players in the nation. A member of the PGA of America, Howell attended Mississippi State's professional golf management program, graduating in 2010.
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