It's quite a familiar scene for me. And it breaks my heart every time. Young, talented golfer practicing. Parent standing nearby... usually with arms folded across the chest. Parent gives instructions. Child tries. Child fails. Or so the parent thinks. Parent gets upset. Instructions quickly turn into hurtful remarks about child's character. "Tigas ng ulo … Continue reading Sports Parent
Category: inner game
Big Hero 6(am)
No, this is not about the movie. (Although the movie was nice.) This is about a student whose name is Hero. According to him, it has nothing to do with bravery. It was the only word that came close to sounding like his Chinese name. I could've been fooled. We can choose to define our … Continue reading Big Hero 6(am)
“Coach”
It's been a looooong time since my last post. Starting a new business on top of an already demanding schedule as a golf coach can certainly make writing a chalenge. (See my other site.) The strain on the back, elbow and eyes from editing photos and ad layouts has ironically made my relationship with the … Continue reading “Coach”
Familiar Place
The 2013 Cadillac Championship marked Tiger Woods' 76th official win on the PGA Tour in only18 years. That's already better than Jack Nicklaus who had 73 in a span of 25 years. Among active players, the closest is Phil Mickelson who has 41 victories. Without a doubt in my mind, Tiger is going to win … Continue reading Familiar Place
Ain’t Broke
The talk of the town late last year was world #1 Rory McIlroy signing a lucrative deal with the same company that his best friend represents. Two months into the 2013 season, he hasn't played in the weekend of any event he's entered. The question everyone seems to be asking now is: Does it have … Continue reading Ain’t Broke