I hope you were able to catch some of the NCAA Women’s and NCAA Men’s Golf Championships the past couple of weeks on The Golf Channel. The Arizona State Sun Devils won the individual and team title on the women’s side while The Oklahoma Sooners took the men’s team title. Congrats to Braden Thornberry of Ole Miss […]
Member News Recruiting is a two-way street …Call it crazy, but call them! I’m sure every junior golfer thinks it is a bit crazy that a college coach would actually want to have a conversation with you on the phone. Don’t they know SnapChat is much easier? How about…...
Maggie Minute- Keep a Notebook Put your swing cues and mantras in a little notebook to have handy for helpful tips for yourself before or during a round.
Gary, from Illinois asks: When should we start visiting colleges? Start anytime. I would recommend driving through a campus or two when your teen is approaching 9th grade. Or, plan to stop for lunch and walk around. Many college cafeterias allow guests to pay and dine. Between 9th and 10th […]
ob B., from Minnesota asks: How often should I watch my son or daughter play? I don’t think there is a right or wrong answer to that question. If your son or daughter requests your presence at an event, and you enjoy watching, then go for it. Validate your junior’s […]
Janie H, from Indiana ask: What rating level should I play? Find Your Level is a very helpful place to begin with your junior golfer. Also, the W2G Ratings Guide was developed to track the progression of competitive play from junior (J) to amateur (A), and to open (O) events. […]
Cayla S. from Florida asks: I am not eligible for the event where my “dream school” coach is recruiting. What can I do? I must tell you that I am a “can’t make who made it.” Never give up kind of person. However, the harsh reality may be that your […]
Nancy H. from North Carolina asks: Why aren’t college coaches watching my child play and talking to them? College coaches may not be watching you play for several reasons: First, coaches may not know where your child is playing. Sometimes a coach may receive an email from a prospective student-athlete […]