In this episode of the Golf Dad’s Podcast, PGA Professional Ryan McDonald shares his expert insights on refining your golf process and building a focused mindset. We dive into how to clear your mind, sharpen focus, and create effective practice routines that won’t overwhelm your junior golfer. Ryan emphasizes the importance of balance in developing a solid foundation, while keeping the game enjoyable and mentally engaging. Whether you're a parent, coach, or player, this episode will help you approach golf with clarity and purpose. Tune in for practical advice on creating a winning routine for your junior golfer! 

In this episode of the Golf Dads podcast, Chris Reed shares his journey into the world of golf, starting from his son's first swings to becoming the U.S. Kids Tour director in Cleveland. 

We dive into how to create fun, positive environments for young golfers, the value of strong course relationships, and how parents can best support their child's development. 

Chris also explores integrity, accountability, and fair play in youth golf, the role of PGA junior league, and how to help kids build mental resilience while navigating the shift from local to competitive golf. 

We hope you enjoy! 

 Let's talk, when the season ends.  Join Adam, Jason and Ryan, as we talk about the off-season, working on the mental aspect, swing speed, hanging out in the sim, destination golf trips, playing in the winter tour in Pinehurst. We also touch on earning points through U.S Kids golf to "unlock" more tournaments and hopefully attain an invite to the coveted World Championships! 

BONUS!!! Make sure to stay on until the end to hear our Ryder Cup predictions.

In this episode, we sit down with youth golf coach Troy Willams from Hot Shot Golf Academy to talk about all thing's youth golf — from building fundamentals to fostering a love for the game. Whether you’re a parent wondering when your child should start lessons, a young player navigating tournaments, or just curious about how to keep golf fun while still competitive, this conversation covers it all.

Coach Troy shares insights on player development, sport specialization, balancing practice with other activities, and the role of parents in helping kids succeed on (and off) the course. Packed with stories, advice, and a coach’s perspective, this episode is a must-listen for families and players passionate about youth golf.

⛳ Tune in to learn how the next generation of golfers are being shaped — one swing at a time.

Episode 3 is here! In this one we take a dive into coaches. Should you get one? If so, when is the right time? How often should you meet with them? etc. 

The 3 of us share the same coach (coach Troy from Hot shot Golf Academy) but we have different approaches in doing so. We go into to detail how our coaching situation is unique based on our kid's needs. 

Teaser for episode 4, we plan on having coach Troy on to help us, and hopefully you, by bringing it all together from an actual Jr golf coaches' perspective.

 Make sure to tune in for that! And if you have any questions, you would like us to bring up, send us a message on Instagram or FB

With that- we also unpack our practice routines, what works for us and what doesn't and maybe why. 

We hope you enjoy it! 

Follow along with Ryan, Jason and Adam as they talk through playing other youth sports and how that may help develop a golfer. But- That could come with risk. 

How many current PGA tour players actually won the US Kids worlds. 

As a parent caddy what are some of the things WE as parents could do better when playing a tournament. 

Caddy Corner! What's that? Well, every now and then we've decided to sprinkle in some of those moments on the course that just make you shake your head. 

We hope you enjoy. 

An inside look at "Golf Dads". All things junior golf and then some. Join Ryan, Adam, and Jason as they bring you along for the trials and tribulations of being, not only a Jr golf parent, but also a caddy. or as some say- A Caddy Daddy!

This podcast is intended to help not only the "seasoned" Jr golf parent/caddy, but anyone interested in exploring the whole world of Jr golf. Whether we are shedding tears or sorrow, or tears of joy, we are certain you'll enjoy this show. 

Thanks for joining us!