Assistant Golf Professional, Belmont

JT Hintzen joined First Tee – Greater Richmond in 2025, bringing a unique background in both professional baseball and golf. Originally from Greenwich, CT, JT played minor league baseball, reaching AAA with the Milwaukee Brewers and also spending time in the Detroit Tigers system and the Atlantic League. During the offseason, he worked various roles at golf courses along the East Coast, fueling his passion for the game.

A former Division II Pitcher of the Year at Florida Southern College, JT also attended Sewanee University before finishing his collegiate career in Florida. He and his wife, Sarah, moved to Richmond in August 2024. When he’s not on the course at Belmont, The Foundry, or Royal New Kent, JT enjoys hands-on projects like building greenhouses, beehives, and raised garden beds.

JT is excited to be part of the First Tee community, sharing his love for golf and mentorship with young players in Richmond!