Tiger Dads

In this episode of Tiger Dads, we sit down with professional golfer Amari Avery, known worldwide from the hit documentary The Short Game. Amari opens up about growing up in the intense spotlight of junior golf, navigating the high expectations of parent-coaches, and what it truly takes to transition from a celebrated child prodigy to a tour professional.

⛳ ABOUT TIGER DADS:Welcome to Tiger Dads! The podcast hacking junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Hosted by junior golf dads Jason Sklar and Beau Basse, this podcast dives deep into the world of junior golf from both the parent and player perspective.

LPGA star Megan Khang joins Tiger Dads to discuss her journey as a pro golfer and the lessons learned through junior golf and early training. We sit down with Megan Khang to go beyond the scorecard. This conversation centers on the responsibility, discipline, and self-reflection required to reach the top level of the game. This episode offers a practical perspective on golf parenting, helping you navigate the challenges of raising a high-level competitor.

On this episode of Tiger Dads, motor learning expert Dr. Will Wu joins us to debunk common golf practice myths and share how junior golfers truly develop lasting skill. Learn why your junior golfer needs to practice 'ugly' to get better and what not to do at the driving range!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Motor control vs. motor learning: what actually works

• Why intentional mistakes accelerate progress

• Navigating parent stress, tournament nerves, and the post-round debrief

• Structuring effective weekly practice routines

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In this mini episode of Tiger Dads, Yana Wilson discusses the 'Play Up' method that changed how she played golf and what her parents got right that helped her turn pro at 19.Yana Wilson had her LPGA card at 19 — and never played a year of college golf.The Tiger Dads went on location to the Epson Tour Championship at Indian Wells to sit down with Yana Wilson: two-time Augusta National Drive, Chip & Putt champion, 2022 U.S. Girls' Junior champion, and one of the youngest players to lock up LPGA status after her rookie season on the Epson Tour.She breaks down the parenting move that changed her game — playing UP in older age groups and off longer yardages instead of collecting easy wins in her own division — why she got rid of almost all of her junior trophies, and what she'd tell golf parents who can't stop comparing their kid to everyone else's.

In this episode of Tiger Dads, Beau and Jason interview pro golfer, Alyaa Abdulghany on what separates the pro golfers from the amateurs and how to survive the pressure of the game. Alyaa answers questions about mastering mental health from junior golf, to college at USC and in the Epson Tour. She breaks down how to do self-talk to sharpen your focus and navigating the game with the right mindset. Emmy joins the conversation to ask Alyaa questions on what she does on the course to prepare as well as off course to relax.

In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason sit down with Alicia Um Holmes, head coach of UCLA Bruins Women's Golf, for an inside look at one of the biggest mysteries in junior golf: college recruiting.

Coach Um Holmes pulls back the curtain on what she really looks for when evaluating players, how top college programs discover recruits, and what separates athletes who earn scholarship opportunities from those who don't. She shares practical advice for junior golfers and parents navigating the recruiting process, including what matters beyond scores and rankings and how families can approach recruiting with the right mindset.

Then Emmy joins the conversation to lighten things up, asking Coach Um Holmes about everything from her team's preparation routines to her favorite karaoke songs and most embarrassing coaching moments. It's a fun, personal look at one of college golf's top coaches...and a reminder that behind every successful program are real people who love the game just as much as their players.

Whether your family is years away from recruiting or already beginning the process, this episode is packed with practical advice, behind-the-scenes insight, and plenty of laughs along the way.

In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason tackle one of the biggest challenges in junior golf...for parents and players alike: staying calm when things don't go according to plan. The guys swap stories from the tournament circuit about losing their cool, trying (and sometimes failing) to stay zen, and why some of the most valuable lessons in golf come from letting kids make mistakes and learn through experience. They discuss emotional resilience, perspective, and why every rough round doesn't need to become a teaching moment.

Then they're joined by Gary Belsky, former Editor-in-Chief of ESPN The Magazine and author of a new book - Solo Golf. Gary shares what inspired him to write Solo Golf and why spending time alone on the golf course can teach us lessons that extend far beyond the scorecard. Together, they explore how solitude helps us appreciate the game, develop patience, embrace the journey, and rediscover why we fell in love with golf in the first place.

While this conversation steps outside the usual junior golf topics, it may be one of the most meaningful. Because the greatest gift we can give our kids isn't just a better golf swing...it's a lifelong love for the game.

What if one of the best ways to help your junior golfer improve... is to put the clubs away for a day?

In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason talk about one of their favorite parenting hacks: taking kids to watch professional golf in person. From LPGA and PGA Tour events to amateur championships, the guys share stories about unforgettable tournaments they've attended with their daughters and why those experiences have become some of their favorite golf memories.

They discuss what young golfers notice when they're inside the ropes, the little things TV can never capture, and how watching the best players in the world compete can inspire kids in ways that another practice session sometimes can't.

More importantly, Beau and Jason talk about building lasting memories as a family, sharing experiences instead of just chasing scores, and why sometimes the biggest moments in a golfer's development happen while they're simply walking the fairways together.

Whether you're planning your first tournament visit or looking for a new way to connect with your junior golfer, this episode might convince you that the next great practice day doesn't involve hitting a single golf ball.

Tournament golf can be stressful—for kids and parents alike. In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason share the tournament playbook they've developed after years of junior golf, countless rounds, and more than a few mistakes along the way.

From packing the right snacks and equipment to building a warm-up routine, managing tournament mornings, and preparing mentally before the first tee, the guys walk through everything they wish they had known when they started. They also discuss how they approach tournament weekends, what they never leave home without, and the little details that can make a big difference over 18 holes.

Then Emmy joins the conversation to answer listener questions and share her own tournament routine. She talks about how she prepares physically and mentally, what helps her feel confident before a round, and the lessons she's learned from competing in junior tournaments around the country.

Whether your child is playing their very first tournament or chasing national events, this episode is packed with practical tips to help the whole family feel more prepared, more organized, and a little less stressed.

In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason swap stories from inside the ropes as parent caddies...sharing the highs, the lows, and the moments they'd love to have back. From saying the wrong thing at the wrong time to letting emotions get the best of them, they talk honestly about how difficult it can be to caddie for your own child and why staying calm is often the hardest job on the golf course.Then Beau and Emmy are joined by Scott Leonard, caddie for LPGA winner Ingrid Lindblad, to learn what separates a great caddie from everyone else.Scott shares how he helps one of the world's best players stay focused under pressure, when to speak up and when to stay quiet, how to build trust over the course of a round, and why confidence often comes from the person carrying the bag as much as the player swinging the club.Whether you're caddying at a junior tournament or simply walking alongside your child, this episode is packed with practical advice on communication, emotional control, and becoming the kind of support every young golfer needs.