Summit 2015 Combined.Pdf
Total Page:16
File Type:pdf, Size:1020Kb
The 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit presented by OMEGA Since 1988, premier instructors have gathered in an effort to increase their knowledge of the golf swing, learn more about key technology outside the lesson tee, and share best practices with their colleagues. The 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit presented by OMEGA is another important chapter in a PGA Professional tradition of highlighting the core values of educating others and sharing knowledge. The Summit theme of “A Lifetime Learning Experience” encompasses what we all have come to love and appreciate about the game of golf. It is a lifetime pursuit of excellence through continued learning and networking with our industry peers. This Summit connects the best, the brightest and the aspiring professionals to exchange ideas and knowledge. We trust the outcome will be that our PGA Professionals will return home to enhance the enjoyment of golfers and continue to grow our great game. We have assembled a celebrated cast of instructors, including nine national PGA Teachers of the Year. They are joined by several of the world’s premier performers to ignite new ideas or polish some that may already be within your teaching repertoire. Our thanks to presenting sponsor, OMEGA, for its commitment to PGA Professionals and to this outstanding educational event. We also thank our media partner, GOLF Magazine, for its sponsorship of the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame reception. GOLF Magazine also hosts the induction ceremonies for its “Top 100 Teachers in America” and the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame. The PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit Committee continues to work with your busy schedule to provide this forum of learning ahead of the PGA Merchandise Show. What follows is an overview of the schedule for the two days of the 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit presented by OMEGA. DAY 1 MICHAEL BREED, the 2012 PGA Teacher of the Year and veteran host of Golf Channel’s “The Golf Fix,” returns as our Master of Ceremonies. Breed’s infectious enthusiasm will help us navigate through an extensive schedule of presenters and panelists. We start with PGA of America President DEREK SPRAGUE, who sets the stage for the Summit. He is followed by MIKE ADAMS, the “Golf Doctor,” who will guide the first of an unprecedented six live student presentations on stage. PAUL HURRION, one of two presenters from the United Kingdom, will share research on putting, through his presentation entitled, “The Game Within a Game.” SEAN FOLEY and MARTIN HALL, the 2008 PGA Teacher of the Year, along with Mike Adams and 2013 PGA Teacher of the Year LOU GUZZI, form a panel discussion on “What, Why & How to Make Adjustments.” The panel will be moderated by 1999 PGA Teacher of the Year MIKE McGETRICK. Foley will lead a second full-swing live session, preceding a joint presentation by DR. T.J. TOMASI and DR. MARK GUADAGNOLI on “Why Your Student’s Game Won’t Travel to the Golf Course.” CHUCK COOK, the 1996 PGA Teacher of the Year, will lead the third student presentation of the day, sharing his time on stage with one of his star pupils, 2013 PGA Champion JASON DUFNER. For more expertise on how a tour professional continues to inspire others, the Summit is proud to welcome World Golf Hall of Famer NANCY LOPEZ. Her Summit debut will feature a wide-ranging “Fireside Chat” with 1987 PGA Teacher of the Year DR. GARY WIREN. GOLF Magazine caps Day 1 with two special ceremonies – the publication’s “Top 100 Teachers in America” and the introduction of the 2015 inductees into the World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame. Don’t miss the GOLF Magazine-sponsored celebratory reception (on the Fourth Floor – Valencia Foyer) from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. DAY 2 PGA Chief Executive Officer PETE BEVACQUA opens this session by highlighting the importance of teaching to the game. Bevacqua is followed by a live student lesson given by CHRIS COMO and BERNIE NAJAR, utilizing the technology found in the center of pressure plates and ball flight numbers. They are followed by JAMES RIDYARD of the United Kingdom, who will share his research in “Mastering the Wedge Game.” Then, 2007 PGA Teacher of the Year JIM HARDY will team with World Golf Teacher Hall of Fame instructor DAVID LEADBETTER to share their latest thoughts on golf instruction. The afternoon schedule features a panel discussion, “Connecting with Women: From Our Perspective.” Moderated by GOLF Channel’s DAMON HACK, the panel consists of 2014 PGA Teacher of the Year KATHY GILDERSLEEVE–JENSEN, GALE PETERSON, KELLIE STENZEL and KRISTA DUNTON. Two great friends and World Golf Teacher Hall of Famers, BUTCH HARMON and 1994 PGA Teacher of the Year JIM McLEAN, who have worked with many of the world’s greatest players, will team for the Summit’s final live lesson. Following a break, Summit Chair ED IBARGUEN will moderate a panel featuring World Golf Teacher Hall of Famers BUTCH HARMON, DAVID LEADBETTER, JIM HARDY, CHUCK COOK, JIM McLEAN and MIKE ADAMS. The Summit closes with MICHAEL BREED sitting down with OMEGA’s special guest and brand ambassador, GREG NORMAN, for what promises to be a fascinating “Fireside Chat” with the World Golf Hall of Famer. Enjoy your two days with us, and the best of luck for your continued teaching success. Your PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit Committee, Ed Ibarguen, PGA (Chair) Ted Sheftic, PGA Mike Adams, PGA Kellie Stenzel, PGA Cheryl Anderson, PGA Dr. Jim Suttie, PGA Michael Breed, PGA Chris Thomson, PGA Chuck Cook, PGA Dr. T.J. Tomasi, PGA Bill Hulbert, PGA Dr. Gary Wiren, PGA Kevin Kirk, PGA Staff Liaison: Dawes Marlatt, PGA Mike McGetrick, PGA Gale Peterson, PGA 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit "A Lifetime Learning Experience" DAY 1 Schedule Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015 Time Topic Presenter/Panelist 7:30 - 7:40 a.m. Overview and Welcome Michael Breed 7:40 - 7:50 a.m. PGA of America: President's Welcome Derek Sprague 7:55 - 9:10 a.m. Full Swing – Live Student Presentation Mike Adams (Mid-Handicap) 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. “Putting, Game Within a Game” Paul Hurrion 10:20 - 11:30 a.m. Panel: "What, Why & How to Make Adjustments" Sean Foley, Martin Hall, Moderator: Mike McGetrick Mike Adams, Lou Guzzi 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. LUNCH 12:30 - 1:40 p.m. Full Swing – Live Student Presentation Sean Foley 1:45 - 2:45 p.m. “Why Your Student's Game Dr. T.J. Tomasi Won't Travel to the Golf Course” Dr. Mark Guadagnoli 2:50 - 4:10 p.m. Jason Dufner Live Lesson/Presentation Chuck Cook PGA TOUR Professional 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Nancy Lopez – A Fireside Chat Dr. Gary Wiren 5:20 - 6:00 p.m. GOLF Magazine Top 100 & World Golf David DeNunzio Teachers Hall of Fame Member Introduction 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame GOLF Magazine Host & Top 100 Reception (Reception 3rd floor, Chapin Theater sponsored by GOLF Magazine) 14th PGA Teaching & Coaching Summit "A Lifetime Learning Experience" DAY 2 Schedule Monday, Jan. 19, 2015 Time Topic/ Title Presenter/Panelist 7:30 - 7:32 a.m. Welcome to Day 2: Overview Michael Breed 7:33 - 7:50 a.m. PGA of America: The Importance of Pete Bevacqua Teaching to the Game 7:55 - 9:05 a.m. Live Student Presentation Chris Como Use of Technology In Your Lessons Bernie Najar 9:10 - 10:10 a.m. Mastering the Wedge Game: James Ridyard Identifying, Understanding & Teaching the Keys to a Tour-Quality Wedge Game 10:15 - 11:25 a.m. Sharing Their Latest Work Jim Hardy (Two 30-Minute Presentations) David Leadbetter 11:25 a.m. - 12:25 p.m. LUNCH 12:25 - 1:30 p.m. Panel: Connecting with Women: Krista Dunton "From Our Perspective" Kathy Gildersleeve-Jensen Moderator: Damon Hack Gale Peterson Kellie Stenzel 1:35 - 2:45 p.m. Full Swing – Live Student Presentation Butch Harmon Jim McLean 2:45 - 3:00 p.m. BREAK 3:00 - 4:20 p.m. Panel: World Golf Teachers Hall of Fame Mike Adams, Chuck Cook, Members Jim Hardy, Butch Harmon, Moderator: Ed Ibarguen David Leadbetter, Jim McLean 4:25 - 5:10 p.m. Greg Norman – A Fireside Chat Michael Breed 5:10 - 5:20 p.m. Summit Conclusion Michael Breed MICHAEL BREED, PGA For more than 25 years, golf has played a starring role in Michael Breed’s personal and professional life. His recent announcement of the opening of the Michael Breed Golf Academy at Trump Golf Links at Ferry Point is the latest highlight of one of the world’s premier golf instructors. Breed received the highest honor of his career when he was chosen as National PGA Teacher of the Year in 2012. He is proud to be a PGA Professional for more than 20 years. In 2003, Breed was selected as a Top 100 Instructor in America by GOLF Magazine and has since been on that list. In 2011, he was voted into the Top 50 Instructors in America by Golf Digest, now ranking 13th on this exclusive list, and No. 1 in the state of New York. Formerly, Breed was the Head Professional at Sunningdale Country Club for 12 years. His experience also includes five years as the Head Professional at Birchwood Country Club, plus Assistant Professional positions at Deepdale Golf Club and Augusta National Golf Club. In 2008, Breed was asked to become the host for “The Golf Fix” on Golf Channel. The Golf Fix is one of the most popular original broadcasts for Golf Channel and can be seen in more than 80 countries.