Breaking Into the Game: Juniors

2020
Ended
1 season

Michael Bannon, professional golf instructor and longtime coach to Rory McIlroy, has created this nine-hole series that will give up-and-coming junior golfers everything they need to know about playing the game well. From striking mechanics to swing speed, club selection and more, Bannon offers juniors an easy-going yet informative set of lessons that will help them have more fun each time they play. Plus, champion golfer Rory McIlroy makes a special appearance to offer tips and advice to aspiring golfers.

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E1. Trailer
Jun 15, 2020
Join Michael Bannon, longtime coach to Rory McIlroy, as he helps juniors improve their play while enjoying the learning process. Each segment in the series features valuable tips and advice, and there is a special appearance by Rory as well.
E2. Hole 1: Philosophy
Jun 15, 2020
Michael Bannon discusses the benefits of getting juniors involved with golf and shares his teaching philosophy. Rory McIlroy joins to reveal how Bannon’s coaching was instrumental when breaking into the game.
E3. Hole 2: Right Size for Everything
Jun 15, 2020
Michael Bannon reveals the keys to a proper club fitting and the other preparations you should make for a junior breaking into the game.
E4. Hole 3: Work Backwards from the Green
Jun 15, 2020
In Hole 3, Michael Bannon teaches the basic fundamentals of striking a golf ball and reveals why it’s important to learn the game from the green back to the tee.
E5. Hole 4 (Part 1): Putting is Easy, Learn to Love It
Jun 15, 2020
In Hole 4, Michael Bannon reveals the setup and putting stroke keys for juniors breaking into the game. Don't over-complicate it early on, just focus on the fundamentals and having fun.
E6. Hole 4 (Part 2): Gate Drill
Jun 15, 2020
The Gate Drill is a great way to practice starting putts on the correct line. Have friendly competitions to improve your putting while having fun.