Saint Thomas University Men's Golf

Gonsalves was named head men's golf coach at St. Thomas University in August 2013, replaces Alex Fernandez after six years at St. Thomas University. Gonsalves returns to St. Thomas, where he was a student-athlete on the mens's golf team from 1997-2002. Gonsalves is originally from Trinidad and Tobago where he started golf at the age of 14 years old. He quickly picked up the game during competitive junior golf tournaments which lead him to represent his country both during junior and senior levels of competition. He was able to represent Trinidad and Tobago in eight Caribbean National Championships. Gonsalves began his career with the Bobcats in 1997 after moving from Trinidad and Tobago. During the 1997 seaon, he finished runner-up at the Bobcat Invitational and at the Wildcat Preview Classic. A successful season advanced him to play in the 1998 NAIA National Golf Championships in which he finished in 16th position. During his career, he was named captain of the men's golf team and won a MVP trophy for his play. Gonsalves graduated from St. Thomas University with a Bachelor's degree in Sports Administration after a successful playing career for the Bobcats. After his collegiate career, Gonsalves continued to play in amateur golf tournaments. During his quest to turn pro, Gonsalves competed and won the Trinidad and Tobago Open Championship, and also won the Caribbean Open Championship. After a successful career as an amateur, in 2006, Gonsalves turned professional and began playing on tour worldwide. He has competed on the NGA Hooters golf tours for four years, Minor League golf tour for five years, E Professional golf tour for two years, and the National Pro golf tour for one year.