Justin began playing golf in Ithaca, New York at the age of 3. His junior golf days were spent between New York and Wilmington, North Carolina where his love of the game flourished. His first two years of college he played for Cape Fear Community College. In 2009, Justin was named the most improved player for the 08-09 season. After his time at CFCC, Justin went back to school at the Golf Academy of America in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where his passion for teaching and club fitting continued to grow. After graduating in April of 2012, Justin began working at Pine Valley Country Club in Wilmington, NC. During his time at PVCC he started the Justin Riker Golf. In April of 2018, Justin went to work for River Landing Country Club in Wallace, NC as an Assistant Golf Professional. In March of 2022 Justin was elected to PGA Membership. In February of 2023 Justin was named Head Golf Professional at Magnolia Greens in Leland, NC. Justin is married to his wife JoBeth, they have three golden doodles named Maverick, Goose and Penny. When he is not working, you can definitely find Justin playing golf or traveling to Disney World with his wife.