When Your Child Finishes Last in a Golf Tournament
What do you say to your child when they practiced, worked hard and gave it their all….and still came in last place?
More Than My Score: A Junior Golfer’s Journey Through Self-Doubt
Help your junior golfer navigate self-doubt, comparison, and frustration. Discover ways golf parents can encourage confidence, recognize effort, and support growth beyond the scorecard.
Focus: Helping Your Junior Golfer Stay in the Present
The ability to quiet distractions and give your full attention to the shot in front of you.
Raising a Junior Golfer Without Asking Them to Stop Being a Kid
Behind every junior golfer is a kid balancing school, friendships, family, and big dreams. Explore practical ways to support their love for golf while making room for rest, connection, and the joy of being a kid.
The Next Shot Deserves Your Attention: Helping Junior Golfers Move Forward After a Mistake
The last shot is over, but the next one holds a new opportunity. Help your junior golfer learn from mistakes, let go of frustration, and move forward with confidence—one shot at a time.
Your Child Needs Your Belief
Before you analyze the round, remind them that one score will never change how deeply you believe in them.
Letters From the Fairway: Dad, I See Everything You Do
Behind every junior golfer is someone who carries more than the bag. Nine-year-old Kayla Li shares a heartfelt message for her dad—her caddie, biggest supporter and constant presence through every round.
My Child Can Feel My Frustration—Even When I Don’t Say a Word
What I have learned about managing my own emotions so my son can play with confidence, freedom and joy
From Golf Mom to Founder: How Emily Sprague Built Turtlebacks for Active Boys
A conversation about motherhood, entrepreneurship and creating boys’ golf clothes that bring together comfort, confidence and polish
Raising a Junior Golfer With Intention: Meet Lisa Kohout of Good Girl Golf
Lisa Kohout, a devoted golf mom whose life has been deeply shaped by the game—not just as a sport, but as a family legacy.
What Division I Golf Coaches Really Look For: A Conversation With Kathryn Hosch
The Cal State Fullerton head coach shares what junior golfers and their parents should know about recruiting, character, competition, burnout and preparing for college golf