Managing Expectations in Junior Golf: Advice for Parents on Motivation, Pressure & Joy

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Eduardo Celles

Unrealistic goals can harm young players. Support their love of the game, foster competitiveness, and let golf teach life lessons while keeping joy at the center.

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Why Jon Rahm’s Short Swing Works: Control, Consistency & Drills to Train Compact Power
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Why Jon Rahm’s Short Swing Works: Control, Consistency & Drills to Train Compact Power
Why Every Golf Swing Is Unique: Adapting to Flexibility, Wrist Mobility & Natural Mechanics
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Why Every Golf Swing Is Unique: Adapting to Flexibility, Wrist Mobility & Natural Mechanics
How Jon Rahm Generates Massive Power: Short Backswing, Ground Forces & Biomechanics
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How Jon Rahm Generates Massive Power: Short Backswing, Ground Forces & Biomechanics
Why Balance at the Finish Is the Key to a Great Golf Swing: Control, Consistency & Power
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Why Balance at the Finish Is the Key to a Great Golf Swing: Control, Consistency & Power
Golf Swing Setup: Grip, Stance, Ball Position & Balance for Consistent Striking
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Golf Swing Setup: Grip, Stance, Ball Position & Balance for Consistent Striking
Generating Power in Golf: How Jon Rahm Maximizes Distance with Setup, Swing & Ground Force
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Generating Power in Golf: How Jon Rahm Maximizes Distance with Setup, Swing & Ground Force
Understanding Spin in Golf: Fade vs Draw Explained for Shot Shape, Control & Distance
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Understanding Spin in Golf: Fade vs Draw Explained for Shot Shape, Control & Distance
How Jon Rahm Learned the “Golpe Rodado” – Mastering the Low-Roll Chip Shot
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How Jon Rahm Learned the “Golpe Rodado” – Mastering the Low-Roll Chip Shot
Delivering the Right Message: Coaching with Timing, Patience & Clarity
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Delivering the Right Message: Coaching with Timing, Patience & Clarity
How to Make More Short Putts: 3 Keys Jon Rahm Mastered for Alignment, Path & Consistency
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How to Make More Short Putts: 3 Keys Jon Rahm Mastered for Alignment, Path & Consistency
Train Like Jon Rahm: How to Simulate Real Pressure on the Putting Green
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Train Like Jon Rahm: How to Simulate Real Pressure on the Putting Green
Eduardo's Story: From Golfing Roots to Coaching a World No. 1
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Eduardo's Story: From Golfing Roots to Coaching a World No. 1
Why Jon Rahm Trained in Sets of 5 Balls: Eduardo Celles’ Key Swing Drill
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Why Jon Rahm Trained in Sets of 5 Balls: Eduardo Celles’ Key Swing Drill
How to Lower Your Handicap: From 20 to 10 With Short Game & From 10 to 0 With Elite Training
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How to Lower Your Handicap: From 20 to 10 With Short Game & From 10 to 0 With Elite Training
How Jon Rahm Transformed His Swing as a Junior: From Grip Adjustments to Stability
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How Jon Rahm Transformed His Swing as a Junior: From Grip Adjustments to Stability
Hitting Over Trees: Tribute to Jon Rahm & Spanish Golf Greats with Creative Short-Game Shots
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Hitting Over Trees: Tribute to Jon Rahm & Spanish Golf Greats with Creative Short-Game Shots
Jon Rahm’s Early Fitness Routine: Youth Training Principles for Strength, Power & Longevity
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Jon Rahm’s Early Fitness Routine: Youth Training Principles for Strength, Power & Longevity
Eduardo Celles: The Lifelong Journey of a Golf Teacher Who Trained a World No. 1
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Eduardo Celles: The Lifelong Journey of a Golf Teacher Who Trained a World No. 1
Spanish Hands Drill: Using a 7-Iron in the Bunker to Build Creativity & Short-Game Control
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Spanish Hands Drill: Using a 7-Iron in the Bunker to Build Creativity & Short-Game Control
Teaching Players to Coach Themselves: Eduardo Celles on Building Independence in Golf
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Teaching Players to Coach Themselves: Eduardo Celles on Building Independence in Golf
I’m Going to Be Number One”: Jon Rahm’s Belief, Passion & Obsessive Drive as a Junior
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I’m Going to Be Number One”: Jon Rahm’s Belief, Passion & Obsessive Drive as a Junior
How Jon Rahm Turned Clubfoot Into a Strength: Adaptation, Hip Rotation & Compact Swing
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How Jon Rahm Turned Clubfoot Into a Strength: Adaptation, Hip Rotation & Compact Swing
659 Putts in 4 Hours – What It Takes to Win (John Rahm)
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659 Putts in 4 Hours – What It Takes to Win (John Rahm)
Mastering Long Putts: How Jon Rahm Controls Distance, Slope, and Impact
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Mastering Long Putts: How Jon Rahm Controls Distance, Slope, and Impact
Mastering Long Irons: Why Great Players Still Use Them & Keys to Control, Speed, Precision
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Mastering Long Irons: Why Great Players Still Use Them & Keys to Control, Speed, Precision

How Jon Rahm’s Journey Began: From Raw Talent at 13 to a World No.1 Mindset in Golf
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How Jon Rahm’s Journey Began: From Raw Talent at 13 to a World No.1 Mindset in Golf
What Led to My Success as a Coach: Passion, Persistence & Lifelong Learning in Golf Instruction
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What Led to My Success as a Coach: Passion, Persistence & Lifelong Learning in Golf Instruction
Bunker Mastery: Seve Ballesteros Inspiration & Jon Rahm’s Keys to Sand Play Success
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Bunker Mastery: Seve Ballesteros Inspiration & Jon Rahm’s Keys to Sand Play Success
How Jon Rahm Adapted to U.S. College Golf: Discipline, Competition & Mental Toughness
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How Jon Rahm Adapted to U.S. College Golf: Discipline, Competition & Mental Toughness
Golf Swing Tempo: The Key to Timing, Rhythm & Proper Release for Power and Consistency
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Golf Swing Tempo: The Key to Timing, Rhythm & Proper Release for Power and Consistency
How Jon Rahm Gained Control: From Power Overswing to Consistent, Reliable Ball Flight
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How Jon Rahm Gained Control: From Power Overswing to Consistent, Reliable Ball Flight
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