Out of the Bunker: Mats versus Grass
May 11, 2018
I get asked quite often about the difference between practicing on mats versus grass. I think most of you would agree that hitting off grass is preferred, but what if
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The life of a student athlete
May 11, 2018
Being a student athlete was one of the greatest experiences of my life. For many incoming college freshman, the transition can be a tough one. However, being a student athlete
Hart golf’s Jess Scheller moving on in individual postseason
May 7, 2018
Hart boys golf’s Jess Scheller was two strokes away from being the medalist at the CIF-Southern Section Individual Regional tournament on Monday. Although his 3-under 69 outcome was exciting, Scheller
Cats’ Campos competes in USGA Four-Ball Championship
April 30, 2018
TARZANA – On Sunday morning, Zoe Campos is awake and alert much earlier than the majority of her 15-year-old counterparts. At 8 a.m., Campos is carefully watching her partner, Brianna
Out of the Bunker: Reverse the Warmup
April 27, 2018
I remember being a young golfer and grabbing my driver the moment I stepped onto the practice range. It seemed like the obvious choice, because it’s my favorite club in
Putting the fun in fundraisers
April 27, 2018
My golf team at California State University, Los Angeles recently held a fundraising golf tournament. There was quite a bit of work putting the tournament together, and I was happy
West Ranch wins league team, individual titles
April 25, 2018
For some Foothill League golfers, competing back-to-back days in the Newhall Cup can seem daunting both mentally and physically. West Ranch’s Gunnar Murray, however, felt completely at ease. “There was
West Ranch top team in Newhall Cup Day 1
April 24, 2018
After every Foothill League meet this season, West Ranch golf’s Jack Dudeck’s dad asked him what went well and what didn’t, as most parents do. And every time, Dudeck had
Out of the Bunker: The power of optimism
April 20, 2018
Are you a glass half-full, or a glass half-empty kind of person? In other words, are you an optimist, or a pessimist? I certainly work hard at being an optimist,
Does golf need a villain?
April 20, 2018
I’ve been hearing a lot of talk lately about Patrick Reed being the “villain of golf.” Reed is often described as cocky, arrogant, unappreciative and even a cheater. Recently, in
Hart boys golf’s Thompson gets first league win, Cats win as team
April 17, 2018
Hart boys golf’s Art Thompson rates his play in terms of letters. “Nobody can touch me if I play my ‘A game’ and I haven’t been playing my ‘A game,’”
Foothill League athletes make college choices official
April 11, 2018
Nineteen Foothill League student-athletes inked commitments with colleges on National Signing Day on Wednesday. Hart led the way with nine total commits, as volleyball teammates Makenna Fall and Ashley Cosey
Hart boys golf’s Gadd named top individual, West Ranch earns third consecutive win at league meet No. 3
April 10, 2018
As Cameron Gadd walked across the outdoor seating area at Valencia Country Club, he was followed by a chant from nearly every single Foothill League golfer. “LA City champ,” the
Out of the Bunker: Creating eighteen new opportunities when you play
April 6, 2018
I’ve been working quite a bit on course strategy with my college team recently. While reviewing their scorecards at the conclusion of tournament rounds, it is evident that we need
Masters Tournament: The Best Week of the Year
April 6, 2018
There are certain times of the year that stand out more than others. Early February represents the Super Bowl. March brings us March Madness. And, for my family, we love
Out of the Bunker: Remember to be your best you
March 30, 2018
Golf can be a very competitive game. Whether you are competing against a player who can outdrive you by 50 yards, or you are competing against a player who gets
Jordan, are you out there?
March 30, 2018
Is it just me, or does Jordan Spieth seem to be invisible these days? I’m not sure if it is the Tiger Woods effect, but Spieth’s name is rarely mentioned
West Ranch wins Foothill League golf meet
March 28, 2018
By Jon Stein For The Signal Aerated greens made putting a chore on Wednesday at Valencia Country Club during the Foothill League’s second league meet of the season. But when
Out of the Bunker: the role of the back foot
March 23, 2018
How much do you think about your back foot in the golf swing? For you right-handed players, I’m referring to your right foot. Your back foot can play a
Great Scott: Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson bring back rivalry from 2000
March 23, 2018
Do you remember the movie “Back to the Future?” It was a fun movie, and if you haven’t seen it, do yourself a favor and watch it. Something has happened