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John Callahan, a graduate of Stonehill College in Massachusetts, earned Class “A” membership into the PGA of America in 1970. A fine player, Callahan is a former winner of both the Vermont PGA Stroke Play and Match Play Championships and was a member of the Tournament Players Division of the PGA in 1977 and 1978….
2018 Open Championship Prediction By John Callahan
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Open Championship Prediction By John Callahan, KUKCOG PGA Golf Program Instructor Although he has not won a major championship since 2008, not won any tournament since 2015 and is playing this year after a long layoff following Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion Surgery, I am picking Tiger Woods to win the 147th Open at Carnoustie Golf…
What’s in the Bag? John Callahan’s Golf Bag
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John Callahan, PGA, Golf Magazine Adjunct Top 100 Teacher, Keiser University College of Golf Instructor shares: WHAT’S IN THE BAG? Driver: Nike MachSpeed Black STR8-Fit; 10.5 degrees loft; neutral settings; 45 inches long; D-2 swingweight; ProForce AxivCore 55-gram regular flex shaft; standard size rubber Nike grip. Fairway Metals: Callaway Great Big Bertha 3, 5, and…
How Many Calories Do You Burn Playing Golf? Walking Vs. Riding
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional If you have ever played golf at Bethpage Black on Long Island—the site of the 2002 and 2009 United States Open—you are familiar with the iconic sign on the first tee that reads, “WARNING: The Black Course Is An Extremely Difficult Course Which…
Mastering the Takeaway In Your Golf Swing: Setting Up for Success
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional The golf swing is an intricate, highly coordinated sequence of movements that takes place in less than two seconds. Because it happens so quickly, players often focus their attention on the most dynamic parts of the motion: the top of the backswing, the…
A Day in the Life of a Golf Instructor
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional I have been a golf professional for a long time, since 1968, to be exact. And in all that time, no two days have been exactly alike. However, they all have one thing in common—they are all good days because they center around golf…
Golf Swing Posture: How to Set-Up for Power, Balance and Consistency
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional Golf swing posture refers to how a golfer positions their body at address to create balance, stability, and efficient movement throughout the swing. Proper posture plays a critical role in consistency, power, and accuracy, allowing the body to move naturally through the swing sequence….
A Day in the Life of a First-Year Student at the College of Golf
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional For students enrolled at the Keiser University College of Golf, each day is designed to balance academic coursework with hands-on golf training. For first-year students, this structure helps establish strong habits early, combining classroom learning, professional instruction, and practical experience on the course….
Six Benefits of a Golf Management Degree
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Eager to reach the apex of your career in golf? Do you aspire to run your own golf course or even compete as a PGA professional? No matter where you envision yourself, a golf management degree can help build the career-ready skills needed to explore any number of golf career opportunities. Over the years, golf…
What is Tomorrow’s Golf League (TGL)?
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By John Callahan, Keiser University College of Golf Professor and PGA Professional TGL, also referred to as “Tomorrow’s Golf League,” is a novel, technology-infused golf league founded by Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Mike McCarley (via their venture TMRW Sports), in partnership with the PGA Tour. It aims to blend traditional golf skills with indoor…
