Tag: Golf Swing
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Making the Most of Junior Golf: Practice, Goals, and Parental Involvement
Golf lessons are only the starting point. What happens between lessons often makes the biggest difference in how kids grow in the game. With the right goals, practice, and encouragement, junior golfers can thrive. Set simple, fun goals Kids stay motivated when they can see progress. Instead of chasing a perfect swing, focus on small…
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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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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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When Over-the-Top is Just a Little Off: A Day Helping a Fellow Pro
The other day, I was on the range with one of our instructors. From the first few swings, I noticed his ball starting left of his aim line. He smiled and said, “Feels pretty good now. I was fighting the case of lefts earlier, I am thinking it may be my grip or my swing…
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The Myth of “Keep Your Head Down”
One of the most common things you hear after a bad shot is, “You lifted your head.” It’s almost a drill in itself — every golfer has been told to keep their head down if they want to hit the ball well. But here’s the truth: keeping your head down can actually hurt your swing…
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What I Learned From Keeping a Golf Journal
When I first started taking golf seriously, I was told to keep a journal. At the time, it felt unnecessary. Why write down bad shots when I just wanted to fix them? Back when I was struggling on the mini-tour, I used to practice at a local course in Tempe, AZ. There was an older…
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From the Batter’s Box to the Tee Box: Turning a Baseball Player into a Golfer
One of my favorite challenges as a coach is working with baseball and softball players who want to pick up golf. At first glance, the swings look worlds apart — one happens with a moving ball, the other with a still one. But underneath, there’s a rhythm and athletic move that transfers beautifully. The Secret…
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Learning To Spin A Chip Shot
About 25 years ago, I was struggling on the Asian Tour. I had Q-School coming up in a week and was grinding on the chipping green. I grew up in the Midwest, and I thought I was a good chipper—until I got to Malaysia and Thailand. The native grass there had broad leaves and loose…
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Habits in the Golf Swing and Life
Habits don’t disappear. They wait. In golf, as in life, the same patterns have a way of resurfacing when we stop paying attention. In this post, I reflect on lessons from my mini-tour days, Xander’s swing correction, and a simple journaling practice that helped me see the game—and myself—with more clarity. The Swing Change That…