Rich Greenwood grew up in the San Fernando Valley and first learned to play the game at El Caballero Country Club. He attended UCLA from 1984 to 1989.

During his career at UCLA, Rich won many events individually such as the Pasadena City Championship, UCLA/ Bill Bryant Invitational, Western Intercollegiate, and twice at the Costa Mesa City Championship. Rich was the captain of his team during his last year at UCLA.

The highlight of his collegiate career was winning the National Championship in 1988 at North Ranch Country Club, the only Men’s NCAA title brought home by the Bruins. Rich turned pro in 1989 after graduation. He spent the next 5 years playing in Southeast Asia, Canada and a variety of Ben Hogan events. Rich won the Northern California Open in 1990. From 1995 to 2002, he has taught golf at El Caballero Country and Brentwood Country Club.

Rich still remains competitive and is considered one of the top players in the Southern California PGA Section. He currently is a member of the PGA.