hypothetical golf career

Kedu · #1 06-10-2007, 08:36 PM

Lets say there's a guy in his early 20s. He averages 100-110. He can support himself financially for a few years. His goal is to become a head pro at a course.

Is this realistic? Also what's his best strategy for succeeding.

RacersEdge · #2 06-10-2007, 08:39 PM

Probably find a good instructor and dedicate a year to taking golf lessons and see how much he improves. Then reevaluate.

Warik · #3 06-10-2007, 08:54 PM

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Lets say there's a guy in his mid 20s. He averages 110-120. He can support himself financially for a few years. His goal is to win one PGA event with a 6-figure payday.

Is this even remotely possible? Also what's his best strategy for succeeding.

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asb165 · #4 06-10-2007, 09:00 PM

Read a book called Paper Tiger. It's the story of a guy who commits for one year to become the best golfer he can be. I think at his best, he was a borderline Division I golfer.

He starts as about a 16 handicap, quits work, moves to Florida, gets the best coaches, personal trainers, and club memberships.

It's a fun read, and really emphasizes how big the differences are even between your "club champ" and a Nationwide Tour pro.

Warik · #5 06-10-2007, 09:11 PM

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Read a book called Paper Tiger. It's the story of a guy who commits for one year to become the best golfer he can be. I think at his best, he was a borderline Division I golfer.

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Just ordered it.

What's a "Division I golfer?"

asb165 · #6 06-10-2007, 09:19 PM

I think he tried out for the Notre Dame team and just missed it, or something like that.

RonMexico · #7 06-10-2007, 10:07 PM

FWIW, one year of completely dedicated practice seems highly unrealistic. I'd say if you're already a low handicap, a minimum of three to five years would be required to have any significant shot at making some noise (IMO). The people he is competing against (if you presume they are in their early 20's on average) have had at least this much rigorous training. I'd also like to know what was holding Coyne back. Was he short off the tee, ball striking, no short game (I presume is the key culprit), etc? Very interesting thread--would like to hear some more opinions.

dzh90 · #8 06-10-2007, 10:42 PM

just for fun, I think I know the answer

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Lets say there's a guy in his mid 20s. He averages 330+ off the tee and is a +1 with a couple months of practice. He can support himself financially for a long time. His goal is to win one PGA event with a 7-figure payday.

Is this even remotely possible? Also what's his best strategy for succeeding.

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K-Slay · #9 06-10-2007, 10:51 PM

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just for fun, I think I know the answer

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Lets say there's a guy in his mid 20s. He averages 330+ off the tee and is a +1 with a couple months of practice. He can support himself financially for a long time. His goal is to win one PGA event with a 7-figure payday.

Is this even remotely possible? Also what's his best strategy for succeeding.

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I would say absolutely, if he puts as much work into improving the psychology of his game as he does other areas. He would have to be successful at getting better in that area to make it a possibility, the reason there are so many +1's that don't have a chance is because of their head game.

blackize · #10 06-11-2007, 12:14 AM

You don't have to be all that good to become a head pro. D2 college golf is probably good enough.

The thing about becoming a head pro though is that you have to take the PGM program and work your way up. You might be able to luck into a head pro job at a [censored] course without too much experience, but all the head pros I know are 40+ with 20+ years experience.