COACHING PRINCIPLES

For more than 30 years as a PGA Professional, I’ve had the privilege of coaching golfers of every ability level. That experience has shaped a simple belief at the heart of my coaching: every golfer is unique. No two swings are the same, and no single method works for everyone. My role is to understand your movement, your tendencies, and your goals, then help you build a game that is both effective and repeatable.

A key part of this process is helping players understand what they do and why they do it. Clear, simple explanations give golfers the confidence to make lasting improvements rather than temporary fixes. While I admire the simplicity and rhythm of Adam Scott’s swing, even the most elegant technique is built around the individual. That’s why I never force players into a model—they develop a motion that suits them.

Improvement in golf goes far beyond hitting balls on the range. To genuinely lower scores, a player must be able to play a variety of shots and handle the unpredictable situations the course presents. Real progress comes from seeing how you perform when it matters: with a target, a lie, a decision, and a scorecard in your pocket.

On-course coaching is central to this approach. A 6-hole playing assessment allows me to observe your game in its natural environment—how you think, choose shots, manage risk, and apply technique under real conditions. From there, we can identify the areas that will make the biggest difference and create a tailored practice plan that supports your development.