Paul has been a member since moving to Cobleskill 10 years ago.  Born and raised in Southampton, NY he started playing golf at age 12.  By the age of 15 he held a 4 handicap and started winning golf tournaments.  While growing up Paul held playing privileges on two of the finest golf course in the world.  Shinnecock Hills and the National Golf Links of America, both within walking distance of his home.  In High School Paul earned scholarships to numerous colleges in the Northeast but opted to attend Brevard Community College in Florida to play golf.  Paul enjoyed golfing with many great players, most notably Paul Azinger PGA star and captain of the golf team.  Also high school teammate Bruce Zabriski, PGA Club Pro Champion who plays the tour occasionally.  After college Paul put his clubs away for over 10 years and started playing again after his move to Cobleskill.  Paul is a four-time Club Champion at Cobleskill where he currently holds a 1 handicap.  Some other recent successes include placing 13^th  in the 2000 New York State Mid-am, winning the 2000 Stamford Invitational also winning medalist, winning medalist honors and runner-up in the 2001 Stamford Invitational, finishing among the top in the 2001 Capital District Amateur and qualifying for 8 of the last 10 New York State Amateur Championships.  Paul lives in Cobleskill with his wife Laurie and their 3 children Danielle 17, Zachary 12 and Nicholas age 3, yes Paul named him after Jack.