Bio

Tyler Leicht is entering his second season with the NAIT Golf Team in 2024. Tyler is a graduate of the University of Alberta where he completed his combined Bachelor of Education and Bachelor of Kinesiology. After graduating from the University of Alberta in 2021, Tyler went on to pass his Play Ability Test (PAT) with the Professional Golf Association of Canada, and works as a Golf Professional at the Derrick Golf and Winter in Edmonton, AB.  Tyler is entering his 8^th season at the Derrick Club, 4^th as a PGA of Canada Professional. Tyler was the recipient of the 2023 ACAC Golf Coach of the Year. 

At the Derrick Golf and Winter Club, Tyler plays a large role in the Junior Golf Program where he teaches and coaches numerous junior golf classes, teams, and programs that span the ages of 3-18. Tyler competes yearly in PGA of Alberta tournaments and events where he enjoys the competition and comradery that comes with playing. Tyler became a Class “A” PGA of Canada Professional in 2024. 

In addition to being the Head Golf Coach at NAIT, Tyler was the NAIT Ooks Assistant Women’s Hockey Coach from 2021-2023 with Head Coach Brendan Jensen. Tyler lives in Beaumont, AB with his wife Brittani and dog Sundae.