My Approach to Junior Golf Coaching
Golf is about more than just a swing. I focus on building grit, a repeatable system, and a love for the game that lasts.
In this conversation, I discuss my view on winning at the junior level. While it builds confidence, the process of striving and learning from setbacks is often more valuable for long-term development.
The golf swing is a chain of actions and reactions. Often, a player's fault is a reaction to an earlier mistake. I believe in attacking the root cause for more fruitful, long-term improvement.
Before I turn on the camera, I use my eyes and ears. The sound of impact and the flight of the ball tell me a lot. Technology is a great tool, but a coach's intuition and experience are invaluable.
This is the first part of how I work with a new player. I start by observing ball flight with different clubs to understand their patterns. My top priority is always to get them hitting the ball flush.
A message for my players after a weekend of fantastic results. I'm incredibly proud to be part of their support system and to see their hard work pay off in tournaments.
About My Coaching Philosophy
I don't start with technology. Before I even reach for a launch monitor, I focus on the sound of the strike and the ball flight. If you cannot hit the ball flush, no amount of biomechanical analysis will fix your dispersion. My first priority is creating a repeatable, solid contact that allows your natural rhythm to take over.
Building a System, Not Just a Swing
Many parents and students come to me obsessed with winning the next junior event. While trophies are nice, they are not the foundation of a long-term career. If you win today but don't understand why you hit the ball well, you are just lucky. I build a framework where players understand their own movement.
Eyes and Ears Over Tech
Technology is a support, not the coach. When I work with a new player, I use my eyes and ears first. I want to hear the sound of the impact and watch the ball flight pattern before I look at a screen. We often find that a 'fault'—like a slice or a hook—is actually a smart reaction by the brain to an earlier mistake in the pivot or setup.
The 'Shoulder' Trap
One of the most common issues I see is tension. Players often think they need to force a position. Shoulder ko squeeze karne ki zaroorat nahi hai. (You do not need to squeeze your shoulders). Tension kills rotation and limits speed. We work on finding the right center of mass and natural rotation. When you stop fighting your body, you find the swing that works for you, not the one you saw on YouTube.
Mental Toughness and Grit
Scoring is a mental game. I teach routines that help kids handle the pressure of tournaments. A rough round is a learning opportunity, not a failure. My job is to help them build the grit to bounce back, analyze their mistakes, and stay committed to the process. Whether we are training in Gurgaon or analyzing video remotely, the goal is always to get better, one session at a time.
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