NCJGA Staff Members
Marcia Emerick
Director of Operations
Marcia Emerick is the Director of Operations for the North County Junior Golf Association and a co-founder of the organization. She oversees day-to-day operations, membership, accounting, and logistics, making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
Marcia is truly the backbone of NCJGA — organized, thoughtful, and deeply committed to creating positive experiences for junior golfers and their families
Natalie Vivaldi
Tournament Director
Natalie Vivaldi, known as Coach Nat, is the Tournament Director for the North County Junior Golf Association and a passionate advocate for junior golf. She is deeply committed to creating competitive, confidence-building tournament experiences that challenge juniors to grow, believe in themselves, and love the process of getting better.
Natalie believes junior golf should be fun, supportive, and purposeful — where every player feels encouraged to compete, learn, and walk away proud of their effort.
Mika Ikeda Emerick
Marketing and Communications Coordinator
Mika Ikeda Emerick serves as the Marketing and Communications Coordinator for the North County Junior Golf Association. She brings NCJGA’s story to life through thoughtful communication, creative content, and a strong connection to the junior golf community.
Mika plays a key role in sharing updates, celebrating junior golfers, and keeping families informed and engaged, helping build a welcoming and connected NCJGA experience.