“Why She Can’t Shoot 72 in Tournaments (Even If She Did in Practice)”

“Why She Can’t Shoot 72 in Tournaments (Even If She Did in Practice)” I wrote an article about this topic a few years ago, but it’s one that continues to come up — and for good reason. You’ve probably heard it (or said it yourself): “She shot 72 in her practice round… why can’t she … Read more

Things to Consider When You See a College Golf Commitment Post

Things to Consider When You See a College Golf Commitment Post One of the hardest parts of the college golf recruiting journey is scrolling through social media and seeing another player announce their commitment. It’s easy to let comparison creep in or feel like you’re falling behind. However, the reality is that each player’s journey … Read more

Does Playing High School Golf Matter in the College Recruiting Process?

Does Playing High School Golf Matter in the College Recruiting Process? It’s a question often asked: Does playing high school golf matter in the college recruiting process? There can be valid arguments against playing, as I have heard stories of poor coaching, strict policies, and limited access to non-high school tournaments or private lessons that … Read more

DI or Bust Mentality

If you ask a junior golfer what their college golf goal is, many of them will say, “to play DI golf”. Just this week alone I had two conversations, one with a player who only wants to play high level DI bc of the bigger athletics and type of school environment it provides, and another … Read more

Don’t Take It Personal

One of the tougher parts about advising young girls through the college recruiting process (and even college grads who come back to me for advice on internships and job interviews) is the rejection and disappointment of not being recruited or offered a scholarship or position on the team. Not having the scores is usually a … Read more

Did You Know It Takes More Than Talent?

“It’s not about how talented you are, it’s about how hard you work to make the most of the talent you were given” –  Me It’s so crazy for me to think about now, but for most of my golf career, I relied 90% on my golf talent. Yes, I honestly thought that this talent … Read more

Debunking the Belief about Girls Golf Scholarships

Written by: Brandi Jackson Ok, so it’s one of the most popular beliefs in the college recruiting world, especially when it comes to women’s golf scholarships. We have all seen the article floating around that there are hundreds of women’s golf scholarships that go unused every year and there is so much money available for … Read more