There are all kinds of tips and opinions out there directing high school and junior golfers, but like the game of golf itself, there is no “one path” that fits everyone…. With that in mind, while I was reading one of my favorite magazines, Golf Digest (I swear, I read the articles, not just look at the pictures), I came across a little blurb about “What it takes to play college golf”. I thought I would share it with the masses, as it is great insight for anyone who is looking to take their game to the higher ranks of collegiate golf. Of course, this mostly applies to those aspiring to play Division I, as the skill set needed for lower divisions, NAIA, etc. are a bit lower, not too much lower, but less challenging nonetheless. Here you go……

Sure, you want to strut your stuff in college. You get the school golf bag, get to play all over, get free shirts-maybe a scholarship. But are you good enough?

Hank Haney, former men’s coach at SMU, sends more than a dozen students a year to college programs from his International Junior Golf Academy. He says Division I players have certain hallmarks. “The ability to hit it long enough is a prerequisite. Reaching the occasional par 5 in two is a good test. Then I look at your swing and the shots you can hit-up, down, left, right. Can you consistently shoot a few over par or better, sometimes under?”

Like many sports, though, attitude and work ethic determine your ultimate potential, and it’s super competitive out there. you better be good!!!

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