Avast ye, landlubbers! Golfin' guru Padraig Harrington giveth ye wise counsel to recruit wee ones to the game o' golf.
2023-12-18
Arr, the golfin' legend Padraig Harrington hath graciously bestowed his wisdom upon us landlubbers! He be tellin' us how to ignite the spark o' golf in our wee scallywags, and the key? Be it findin' the most vital thing whilst doin' so!
Padraig Harrington, a three-time major champion, shared some humorous advice on how to get kids interested in golf at the PNC Championship. He emphasized the importance of focusing on having children love the game rather than pressuring them to be good right away. Harrington suggested that parents should bring their kids to a stress-free environment and let them have fun, whether it's hitting shots or playing in the sand bunker. He also advised parents to bring their children home before they get tired and start hating the game. Spending one-on-one time with children was another crucial aspect for Harrington, as he mentioned the importance of creating special memories by having a drink or an ice cream with them after playing. He believed that these moments would stick with them and keep them coming back to the game throughout their lives. Harrington also mentioned that it's not necessary for kids to play at fancy country clubs, as that might make them "soft." He emphasized that the love for the game should come first and that skill will follow if the passion is there. In the competition, Team Langer emerged victorious, while the Harringtons finished in 15th place. With two Open Championship wins and one PGA Championship victory, Harrington is an accomplished golfer with a total of 15 European Tour victories and six PGA Tour victories.