In this conversation, Ryan Dailey and Seth Thompson engage with Evan Lambert, a golf coach from Connecticut, discussing his approach to long-term golfer development. They explore the daily routines of a golf coach, the importance of building lasting relationships with students, and adapting coaching strategies for different age groups. Evan emphasizes the significance of purposeful coaching, creating a positive learning environment, and engaging parents in the process. He shares insights on identifying traits of successful students and the challenges he faces as a coach. The conversation concludes with Evan's vision for the future of coaching and mentorship in the golf community.
Takeaways
Evan emphasizes the importance of long-term relationships with students. Retention in coaching is driven by the quality of the program. Purposeful coaching is essential for effective learning. Creating a positive environment is key to student engagement. Parents should be involved in the learning process. Curiosity is a common trait among successful students. Coaches must adapt their methods for different age groups. Effective communication with parents enhances the coaching experience. Encouraging independence in young golfers is crucial. Evan aims to mentor other coaches in the future.
Chapters
00:00 Daily Coaching Routines and Student Relationships 05:32 Adapting Coaching for Different Age Groups 10:42 Integrating Early Childhood Development in Coaching 15:39 Creating a Structured Learning Environment 17:04 Teaching Golf Fundamentals Early 19:06 The Importance of Family Conversations 21:28 Curiosity as a Key to Success 25:20 Adapting Coaching Techniques 27:25 Learning from Students 29:21 Creating a Positive Learning Environment 33:19 Encouraging Internal Validation 36:37 Effective Communication with Parents 39:17 Collaborative Coaching Approaches 44:23 New Chapter
Hosts: Ryan Dailey, PGA & Seth Thompson, PGA
Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann
You can reach Evan Lambert at Instagram: @ejlmabertpga
Find The Golf Sit Down: linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown
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