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October 06What College Golf Coaches Really Look For in Junior Golfers | Matt Moot - Campbell University
What do Division I college golf coaches really look for in junior golfers and what does it take to play golf at the next level?

In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, we sit down with Matt Moot, Head Men’s Golf Coach at Campbell University, to talk about his journey from junior golfer and Campbell student-athlete to becoming a Division I college golf coach. Matt shares an inside look at college golf recruiting, junior golf development, tournament golf, practice habits, parental involvement, scoring, and the skills young golfers need to develop if they want to compete at the collegiate level.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
What college golf coaches look for when recruiting junior golfers
How junior golfers can get on a college coach’s radar
Why tournament experience matters in college golf recruiting
How young golfers can develop their games over several years
Why learning to score matters more than chasing a perfect golf swing What parents should (and shouldn’t) do during junior golf tournaments Why independence is important for future college golfers
How Matt developed his wedge game
Why short putting can make such a big difference in scoring
How to balance practice, competition, development and burnout
CHAPTERS
00:00 – Meet Campbell University Head Coach Matt Moot
01:51 – How Matt Moot Got Started in Golf
03:03 – Matt’s Journey to Campbell University
07:21 – Junior Golf Development & Early Milestones
10:12 – Starting Close to the Hole & Learning to Score
12:13 – Why Who You Play Golf With Matters
14:01 – What College Golf Taught Matt About His Game
16:55 – How Matt Developed His Wedge Game
19:34 – The Putting Practice That Can Lower Your Scores
25:35 – How Junior Golfers Can Get on a College Coach’s Radar
27:28 – Choosing the Right Junior Golf Tournaments
30:00 – Developing Competitive Golfers Without Burning Them Out
31:30 – What College Coaches Notice About Golf Parents
34:02 – Helping Junior Golfers Become More Independent
38:33 – How Much Tournament Golf Should Juniors Play?
42:29 – Why Golfers Should Stop Chasing the Perfect Swing
The Golf Sit Down brings you conversations with golf coaches, industry leaders and experts who are helping golfers learn, improve and stay in the game.
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#collegegolf #juniorgolf #collegegolfrecruiting #golfrecruiting #juniorgolfers #golfparents #golfcoaching #operation36 #thegolfsitdown
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September 29 #32 How Great Golfers Actually Get Better Over Time
What does it really take to become a better golfer—not for one round or one season, but over the long term?
In this episode, Ryan Dailey, PGA and Seth Thompson, PGA sit down with Ryne Burnett, PGA, Director of Golf at Hidden Valley Golf Club, to explore the experiences, habits, and mindset that helped shape him as a player, coach, and golf professional.
Ryne shares how spending the majority of his early golf years actually playing the game helped develop his skills, why purposeful practice matters more than simply hitting balls, and how learning to manage his mind and emotions became a major turning point in his own playing career.
The conversation also dives into junior golf development and the role coaches and parents play in helping young golfers succeed. Ryne explains why alignment between the player, parent, and coach is so important, how properly fitted equipment can influence development, and why sometimes the best thing a coach can do is listen before trying to fix the problem.
In this episode:
• Why Ryne spent roughly 75% of his early golf development on the course
• How the mental game changed his approach to competitive golf
• Why purposeful practice beats simply hitting more golf balls
• How wedge distance control helped take his game to another level
• Why golfers should focus on process instead of results
• The importance of parent, player, and coach alignment
• What a golf coach can provide beyond swing instruction
• Why junior golf equipment should be fit to the player
• How coaches can help young golfers manage frustration and adversity
• Why learning to handle failure is part of long-term player development
Whether you’re a golf coach, PGA Professional, parent of a junior golfer, or a player trying to improve your own game, this conversation provides a practical look at what sustainable golf development really requires.
CHAPTERS
01:17 Ryne Burnett’s Journey Into Golf
04:20 Building a Career as a PGA Professional
08:20 Playing Golf vs. Practicing Golf
12:30 What Took Ryne’s Game to the Next Level?
15:00 Building a Precise Wedge System
19:40 Process, Preparation & the Mental Game
24:50 Mistakes Parents Can Make in Junior Golf
26:30 Creating Alignment Between Player, Parent & Coach
32:20 What Does a Golf Coach Actually Help With?
33:30 Why Junior Golf Equipment Matters
36:20 How Coaches Help Players Manage Emotions
38:10 Giving Junior Golfers Space to Talk
41:50 What Coaches Can Learn From an Op 36 Round
43:20 Coaching Your Own Kids
45:00 Balancing Golf, Career & Family
48:00 Final Thoughts
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#golfsitdown #golfcoaching #juniorgolf #pgaprofessional #golfdevelopment #golfinstruction #golf #operation36
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September 15 #31 - What Junior Golfers Can Learn From a PGA Tour Winner
What does it really take to develop into a great golfer, not just build a great golf swing?
In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, Ryan Dailey, PGA and Seth Thompson, PGA sit down with PGA Tour winner and longtime coach David Ogrin for a conversation about junior golf development, coaching, parenting, competition, and learning how to actually play the game.
David shares lessons from his own journey, from growing up on a golf course to winning on the PGA Tour and eventually building a career as a coach. He also explains why the best development environments often come down to opportunity, trust, and allowing players to learn through experience.
A major part of the conversation focuses on the role parents play in junior golf. David shares what he has seen work well with developing players, why parents should let coaches coach, and how to find the right instructor for a young golfer.
The discussion also moves beyond mechanics and into the parts of golf that are harder to teach on a range: awareness, decision-making, creativity, scoring, and learning how to compete.
If you’re a junior golfer, parent, coach, or anyone interested in long-term player development, this episode offers a valuable perspective on what helps golfers continue to improve.
Episode Chapters
00:00 David Ogrin’s Journey From Junior Golfer to PGA Tour Winner
04:25 The Role Parents Should Play in Junior Golf
07:31 How to Find the Right Golf Coach
13:00 Helping Players Take Ownership of Their Game
16:56 Developing the Mental Side of Golf
20:08 Lessons From Competing on the PGA Tour
28:00 Why Technology Can’t Replace Playing the Golf Course
33:25 Why Junior Golfers Need to Compete Before They Feel Ready
The Golf Sit Down explores long-term golf development and the people, ideas, and experiences that help golfers reach their goals.
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April 16 #30 - What It Takes to Go Low in Golf | Junior Elite Secrets Revealed
In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, we’re joined by elite junior golfer Oliver Betschart — a 17-year-old who has already competed in a PGA Tour event and some of the biggest junior tournaments in the world.
Oliver shares his journey from picking up a club at age 5 to making a hole-in-one at 7, and eventually qualifying for the Butterfield Bermuda Championship at just 15 years old.
We dive deep into:
The mental game of golf (breathing, visualization, focus)
What separates elite junior players from the rest
Lessons learned from playing with PGA Tour pros
Why “zero emotional attachment” can change your game
Operation 36 and training to shoot lower scores
Daily routines, practice habits, and coaching insights
If you're serious about improving your golf game or want to understand what it takes to compete at a high level, this episode is packed with value.
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Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
Chapters
00:00 Oliver's Journey in Golf
05:25 Daily Life and Training Regimen
09:28 Mental Game and Strategies
15:44 Emotional Attachment and Decision Making
18:06 Lessons Learned from Golfing Experiences
22:16 Defining Moments in Competition
24:38 Experiences at the PGA Tour Event
31:48 The Importance of a Long-Term Coach
38:24 Goals for Future Improvement
42:32 Advice for Young Golfers
#Golf #JuniorGolf #GolfTips #MentalGame #Operation36 #GolfPodcast #PGA #GolfTraining #GolfLife #GolfImprovement #GolfMindset
45 min
April 07 #29 - From 130 to Scratch: The Radical Golf Method of Joel Suggs
Can you shoot par golf without ever hitting a range ball?In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, we welcome Joel Suggs, a third-generation PGA Master Professional who went from shooting a 130 to a 2-handicap in just three years—without ever hitting a bucket of range balls.
Joel shares the wisdom he learned from his aunt, legendary Hall of Famer Louise Suggs, including the "All-Par Golf" mindset: putting the drive in play, getting on or around the green, and getting down in two.
In this video, you’ll discover:
The "Golf Mirror" strategy for tracking stats that actually matter.
Why distance control is more critical than direction in putting.
How to use Operation 36 to gamify your improvement.
ro tips for winter practice using mats and rubber tees.
📖 Get Joel’s Book: Golf Success Before Every Round at JoelSuggsPGAauthor.com
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Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
0:00 - Introduction: Meet PGA Master Joel Suggs
1:23 - From 130 to Scratch: Joel’s "No Range Ball" Story
4:55 - Lessons from a Legend: Working with Louise Suggs
9:18 - The "All-Par Golf" Secret to Lower Scores
17:19 - Analyzing 819 Rounds: The Stats That Matter
23:57 - Putting Myth-Busting: Distance vs. Direction
35:21 - Why On-Course Practice Beats the Driving Range
38:45 - Winter Training: How to Master Practice Mats
41:52 - The "Golf Mirror": A Simple System for "Dash-Filled" Golf
#GolfCoaching #Operation36 #JoelSuggs #GolfTips #JuniorGolf #PGAProfessional

51 min
March 31 #28 - The Truth About “Consistency” in Golf (From a Pro Coach)
In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, we sit down with PGA & LPGA professional Angela Then, Director of Instruction at Indian Creek Golf Club.
Angela shares her incredible journey from competitive junior golf to playing on tour—and now developing elite players through coaching. We dive into what really separates top-level golfers, why “consistency” is misunderstood, and how players (and parents) should approach long-term development.
If you’re a junior golfer, coach, or parent trying to navigate the path to better golf—this episode is packed with insight you won’t hear anywhere else.
🔥 Topics Covered:
Transition from pro golf to coaching
The biggest mistakes junior golfers make
Why group training beats private lessons
What elite players do differently
The truth about “consistency” in golf
Mental game insights from tour-level experience
🎯 Whether you're chasing competitive golf or just want to improve, this episode will change how you think about the game.
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The Golf Sit Down: https://linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown
Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
Chapters
00:00 Angela's Journey in Golf and Coaching
01:07 Transitioning from Player to Coach
03:54 Daily Life as a Golf Instructor
06:50 Learning from Mistakes and Adapting Coaching Styles
09:28 The Importance of Personal Experience in Coaching
12:22 The Role of Competition and Practice Partners
14:58 Developing Elite Players and Coaching Philosophy
16:28 The Importance of Group Training
20:54 Insights from Professional Golf Experience
25:22 Managing Expectations in Junior Golf
28:28 Common Mistakes in Player Development
30:38 Financial Realities of Turning Pro
36:08 The Value of Competing and Playing
41:34 Cultural Insights from Global Golf Experiences

#Golf #GolfPodcast #JuniorGolf #GolfCoaching #LPGA #PGACoach #GolfTips #GolfTraining #MentalGame #GolfLife #PlayerDevelopment #GolfInstruction

47 min
March 19 #27 - Operation 36 EXPLAINED | How to Actually Develop Junior Golfers (Live Podcast)
In this special LIVE episode of The Golf Sitdown, we sit down with Brent Wilkerson to break down what it really takes to develop golfers over the long term.
From coaching struggles to breakthrough moments, Brent shares how Operation 36 transformed his approach—helping players, parents, and coaches understand the journey beyond just a one-hour lesson.
We dive into:
• Why traditional lessons often fail
• The importance of on-course experience
• What parents should (and shouldn’t) do
• How players actually improve over time
• The mindset shift that changes everything
If you're a parent, coach, or player looking to get better the RIGHT way—this episode is for you.
🎧 Listen, learn, and level up your game.
Follow Brent @brentwilkersongolf
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The Golf Sit Down: https://linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown
Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
Chapters
00:00 Brent Wilkerson's Journey in Golf Coaching
02:27 Identifying Roadblocks in Junior Golf Development
05:33 The Impact of OP36 on Coaching
08:19 Advice for Parents on the Coaching Journey
09:12 The Long Journey of Development
11:36 Parental Guidance and Support
14:25 Encouraging Independence in Young Golfers
15:42 Learning from Mistakes
17:34 The Power of Playing
21:04 The Love for the Game
21:48 Becoming a Golf Coach
22:45 The Changing Nature of Golf
23:57 The Importance of Mentorship
25:58 Curiosity in Coaching
27:07 Keeping Students Engaged
28:44 The Role of Context in Lessons
30:31 Lightning Round: Personal Insights

#Golf #JuniorGolf #Operation36 #GolfCoaching #GolfTips #GolfPodcast #GolfImprovement #PlayBetterGolf #GolfLife #GolfParents #GolfTraining #GolfJourney
34 min
February 20 #26 - Managing Golf Parent Expectations (Without Lowering the Standard)
What does it really take to develop junior golfers the right way?
In this episode of The Golf Sitdown, we sit down with Steve Brewer, Director of Instruction at Dubsdread Golf Course and a national ambassador for Operation 36.
Steve shares how he’s built one of the largest junior development programs in the country — serving 150+ juniors and 1,000+ adults annually — while staying committed to a simple principle:
👉 The number is still 36.
👉 Follow Steve on Instagram: @dubsdread_golf_learning_center
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Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
We dive into:
Why players must come to the course MORE as they improve
How to manage parent expectations without lowering standards
Why lowering the benchmark hurts long-term development
The real reason kids “burn out”
How to create structure, accountability, and measurable progress
Why coaching is more than just teaching the golf swing
If you’re a golf coach, parent, or player serious about long-term improvement, this episode is packed with gold.
Chapters
00:00 Expectations for Parents and Players
02:53 Player Development and Training Frequency
07:38 Managing Expectations in Golf
12:18 The Role of Coaches and Communication
17:10 The Importance of a Supportive Environment
21:37 Setting Realistic Goals and Benchmarks
26:11 The Journey of Improvement in Golf
30:58 Final Thoughts and Reflections

#Operation36
#JuniorGolf
#GolfCoaching
#YouthSports
#GolfDevelopment
#GolfParents
#TheGolfSitdown
42 min
February 11 #25 - How Operation 36 Actually Improves Golfers (Real Data)
Golf improvement is usually judged by feel — but what if you could actually measure progress?
In this Real Talk episode of The Golf Sit Down, PGA Professionals Ryan Dailey and Seth Thompson break down the massive milestone of 1 MILLION strokes lost inside Operation 36 and why it matters for players, parents, and coaches.
We dive into:
• Why most golfers think they’re not improving (when they are)
• The psychology of motivation in golf
• How measurable progress keeps players from quitting
• Why traditional lessons often fail beginners
• How junior golfers stay engaged long-term
• The truth about scoring vs skill improvement
If you’re a parent, coach, or golfer frustrated with slow progress — this episode explains what actually works.
🎙️ Subscribe for more honest conversations about golf development, coaching, and improvement.
The Golf Sit Down: https://linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown
Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Real Talk in Golf
01:18 Milestones in Operation 36
05:52 Understanding Strokes Lost
10:43 The Impact of Objective Metrics
15:45 The Role of Coaches in Development
20:26 Celebrating a Million Strokes Lost
#Golf #Operation36 #GolfImprovement #JuniorGolf #GolfCoaching #GolfTips #GolfPractice #LearnGolf #GolfParents #GolfPodcast #PGAPro #GolfDevelopment #GolfMotivation #PlayBetterGolf #TheGolfSitDown
22 min
February 03 #24 - Adaptive Learning in Golf: How Great Players Actually Improve | George Roy
In this episode of The Golf Sit Down, we’re joined by George Roy, founder of George Roy Golf and creator of the Low Zone Training System, for a deep dive into how golfers should actually practice.
George breaks down:
The adaptive learning model in golf
Why skill development matters more than technique early on
How parents can help juniors practice without burnout
The importance of failure, variability, and exploration
Why most practice ranges are poorly designed for learning
How to create purposeful, game-like practice environments
We also talk junior golf development, supervised practice vs private lessons, group training, community building, and how coaches can avoid common mistakes that slow player progress.
Whether you’re a coach, parent, junior golfer, or competitive player, this episode will change the way you think about practice.
👉 Learn more about George Roy Golf & training aids https://www.georgeroygolf.com/
👉 Follow George on Instagram: @georgeroy_golf
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The Golf Sit Down: https://linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown
Host: Ryan Dailey, PGA @ryandaileygolf
Co-Host: Seth Thompson, PGA @seth_thompsongolf
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann @a.j._reimann
Chapters
00:00 The Journey of George Roy: From Wrestling to Golf Coaching
00:14 Adaptive Learning in Golf: Understanding Skill Development
09:01 Creating a Unique Learning Environment: The Driving Range Experience
18:13 The Importance of Adversity in Learning
22:37 Understanding Exponential Decay in Skill Development
29:56 The Value of Group Coaching vs. Private Lessons
35:30 Creating a Supportive Community for Young Athletes
39:44 Common Mistakes Parents Make in Youth Sports
43:35 Advice for New Coaches: Focus on Exploration
#GolfPractice
#GolfCoaching
#JuniorGolf
#AdaptiveLearning
#GolfInstruction
#SkillDevelopment
#GolfParents
#GolfPodcast
#TheGolfSitDown
#PurposefulPractice
#GolfTraining
#PlayerDevelopment
49 min

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