Tag: Golf Strategy
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What to Expect at Your Child’s First Golf Lesson
The first golf lesson can feel exciting and a little intimidating—for kids and parents alike. Knowing what to expect helps everyone relax and enjoy the process. Group vs. individual lessons For beginners, group lessons are usually the best place to start. Kids learn alongside other juniors, which makes it social and fun. They see peers…
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How to Choose the Right Junior Golf Instructor or Program
Once your child shows interest in golf, the next big step is finding the right program or instructor. The difference between a good fit and a poor one can shape how long your child sticks with the game. Why the right instructor matters Golf is not just about grip and swing—it’s about patience, focus, and…
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Why Golf is a Great Sport for Kids
Kids today spend more time on screens than ever. iPads, phones, and games keep them busy, but not always in the best way. Golf gives them a reason to step outside, breathe fresh air, and move their bodies. It’s more than just a sport—it’s a way to teach life lessons that stick. Lifetime benefits Golf…
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Golf Conversations: A Lesson with Kevin and a Trip Down Memory Lane
I asked Kevin to join me on the range for a podcast-style chat — just two golf pros shooting the breeze. What started as an interview turned into something much more: a live lesson, a few bloopers, and a chance for me to share some of my own playing and teaching philosophy. Part 1: The…
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中庸 (Balance) in Golf and Life
The idea of 中庸 — balance — shows up everywhere once you start looking for it. In golf, in parenting, in business, even in the way we carry ourselves day to day. Golf: Between Reckless and Fearful On the course, extremes rarely work. Swinging with full aggression often leads to disaster. Playing too cautiously can…
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Sharpening Your Excalibur: Playing to Your Strengths in Golf, Business, and Life
There are a thousand ways to make a birdie in golf. Draw it in, fade it in, chip it close, or roll in a 20-footer. The beauty of the game is that there isn’t one “right” way. But here’s the trap: too many golfers, too many leaders, and too many people in life spend all…
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What I Learned from Len and Brian: Changing My Mindset in Golf
When I look back on my years grinding the mini-tours, I remember plenty of good rounds — but also the sleepless nights when I knew something was missing. Two players, Len Komar and Brian Wilson, helped me see what it was: my mindset. Playing for Par vs. Playing for Birdies I met Len after a…
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From 67 to T-27: The Day I Learned Scoring Is A Mindset
I’ve shared this story with a lot of people, and even had it featured in the Zanesville Times-Recorder (headline: “Engineering student, golf pro Chow now manages Virtues”) — but every time I revisit it, I’m reminded how deeply one day on the course taught me about mindset. The Stage in Arizona It was during a…
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Patience and Nerves: The Mental Side of Tournament Golf
I showed Xander my blog post on his golf lesson we were working on, and that led us into a new topic: the mental side of playing and competing in golf. It’s something we don’t always talk about enough, but here’s what I’ve learned after years of playing and watching others play. In tournament golf,…
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Solid Putting: The Basics of a Scoring Artist
Summary:Putting isn’t just about reading greens or choosing the right line. It begins with something more basic: hitting the putt solid. Without solid contact, even the best read putt can fool you. In this lesson, I explain why consistency starts with strike, how technology has changed our feedback, and one simple way to train yourself…