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Speed, Grit, and Raising Resilient Junior Golfers: Insights from Virgil Herring
In this episode of The Golf Parent Podcast, I sit down with Virgil Herring, a leading voice in junior golf coaching, to explore what it takes to develop not just great golfers but extraordinary individuals. Virgil shares his philosophy on balancing speed, grit, and mental resilience to help young players thrive both on and off the course. He reveals why struggle is essential for success, how parents can model the right behaviors, and why fostering autonomy and fun in golf is key to long-term development.
We also dive into the emotional dynamics of youth sports and the crucial role parents play. Virgil offers actionable advice on maintaining a balance between praise and critique, managing competitive pressure, and using golf as a metaphor for navigating life’s challenges. From building confidence through competition to the transformative power of positive self-talk and hypnosis, this conversation is packed with insights for parents, coaches, and junior golfers alike.
Whether your child is just starting out or competing at the highest levels, this episode provides invaluable strategies to help them excel while keeping the game fun and meaningful.
Subscribe now for more expert tips on raising junior golf champions both on and off the course, and share your thoughts in the comments below!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Junior Golf Coaching
02:58 The Importance of Speed in Golf
05:52 Complacency and the Struggle for Success
09:05 Instilling Grit and Passion in Kids
11:53 The Role of Parents in Fostering Grit
14:53 Creating a Fun Learning Environment
17:53 The Mental Game of Golf
20:48 Using Golf as a Life Coaching Tool
24:09 The Importance of Competition in Development
26:47 Self-Talk and Mental Resilience
34:45 Navigating Parental Support in Sports
41:01 The Balance of Praise and Critique
45:48 The Power of Immersive Presence
53:30 Harnessing the Mind: Hypnosis in Sports
01:07:16 Encouraging Fun and Autonomy in Children
Links:
Virgil Herring
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By Ryan AddamsIn this episode of The Golf Parent Podcast, I sit down with Virgil Herring, a leading voice in junior golf coaching, to explore what it takes to develop not just great golfers but extraordinary individuals. Virgil shares his philosophy on balancing speed, grit, and mental resilience to help young players thrive both on and off the course. He reveals why struggle is essential for success, how parents can model the right behaviors, and why fostering autonomy and fun in golf is key to long-term development.
We also dive into the emotional dynamics of youth sports and the crucial role parents play. Virgil offers actionable advice on maintaining a balance between praise and critique, managing competitive pressure, and using golf as a metaphor for navigating life’s challenges. From building confidence through competition to the transformative power of positive self-talk and hypnosis, this conversation is packed with insights for parents, coaches, and junior golfers alike.
Whether your child is just starting out or competing at the highest levels, this episode provides invaluable strategies to help them excel while keeping the game fun and meaningful.
Subscribe now for more expert tips on raising junior golf champions both on and off the course, and share your thoughts in the comments below!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Junior Golf Coaching
02:58 The Importance of Speed in Golf
05:52 Complacency and the Struggle for Success
09:05 Instilling Grit and Passion in Kids
11:53 The Role of Parents in Fostering Grit
14:53 Creating a Fun Learning Environment
17:53 The Mental Game of Golf
20:48 Using Golf as a Life Coaching Tool
24:09 The Importance of Competition in Development
26:47 Self-Talk and Mental Resilience
34:45 Navigating Parental Support in Sports
41:01 The Balance of Praise and Critique
45:48 The Power of Immersive Presence
53:30 Harnessing the Mind: Hypnosis in Sports
01:07:16 Encouraging Fun and Autonomy in Children
Links:
Virgil Herring
Website - https://virgilherring.com/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/virgil.herring/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/virgil.herring
X - https://x.com/i/flow/login?redirect_after_login=%2Fvirgiltourspin
Books - https://virgilherring.com/books-by-virgil-herring/
Podcast: On the Virg
The Golf Parent
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thegolfparent
Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thegolfparent
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@thegolfparent
X - https://x.com/thegolfparent