In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason sit down with Keilee Bessho, head coach of Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Women’s Golf Team, for an eye-opening conversation about the different paths to playing college golf.While so many families focus on Division I, Keilee breaks down the real differences between D1 and D3 - on and off the course - including time commitment, development, recruiting, and overall student-athlete experience. She shares what coaches are actually looking for, how junior golfers can find the right fit, and why D3 can be an incredible (and often overlooked) option for competitive players.The guys also dig into what parents should be thinking about during the recruiting process, how to balance golf with academics, and how to keep long-term development and enjoyment at the center of the journey.If you’re navigating the path to college golf and trying to understand where your child fits, this episode is packed with clarity, perspective, and practical advice you won’t hear often enough.

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Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!

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Produced by Keida Mascaro

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Season 2 is here...and Beau and Jason are kicking things off with a real, honest look back at what they’ve learned (and where they’re still messing it up). After a full season of conversations with players, coaches, and parents, the guys reflect on the biggest takeaways from Season 1- what actually moves the needle for junior golfers, what they’ve changed in their own approach, and what they’re trying to do better on and off the course.But… it wouldn’t be Tiger Dads without a few reality checks. They also share some recent “horror stories” of their own behavior - moments where, despite knowing better, they still fell into old habits as sports parents. It’s a reminder that this journey isn’t about being perfect...it’s about showing up, learning, and trying to be a little better each time.They wrap with what’s coming in Season 2 and some practical ways parents can manage emotions, reset perspective, and support their kids without adding pressure.If you’ve ever said “I won’t do that again”… and then did it...this episode is for you.++++++++++++++++++++++++++Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!++++++++++++++++++++++++++More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Produced by Keida Mascaro

In this Tiger Dads bonus episode, Jason tells the story of how he nearly ruined his daughter’s first tournament win...all because of one emotional moment on the final hole.What should have been a proud, unforgettable day almost got overshadowed by nerves, pressure, and a classic parent sideline spiral. Jason opens up about what was going through his mind, how quickly our own emotions can take over as parents, and why perspective matters so much in junior golf.It turns into a real conversation about learning to stay calm, letting kids own their moments, and remembering that the goal isn’t just winning, it’s helping them enjoy the game while they grow through it.If you’ve ever gotten a little too invested, too nervous, or too wrapped up in your child’s scorecard… this one will probably hit home.Let us know how you have handled these moments!

While the guys are preparing for Season 2, listen in to this BONUS episode of Tiger Dads, where Emmy and Beau sit down with Macy Pate and Chloe Kovelesky, teammates on Wake Forest Demon Deacons women's golf and current U.S. National Development Program athletes, for an inside look at what life is really like as a college golfer.They talk about the transition from elite junior golf to NCAA competition, what it means to be part of a true team in an individual sport, and how camaraderie can elevate both performance and enjoyment. From handling pressure in college events to balancing expectations, Macy and Chloe share honest insight into competing at the highest amateur levels.The players talk about practice drills, what they would have focused on more as juniors and the conversation also touches on Chloe's experience being on a TV show at 8 years old, building friendships through golf, and why loving the game is still the foundation - even when the stakes rise.If you’re a junior golfer dreaming of college golf, or a parent navigating the journey, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and real-world advice from athletes living it right now.Enjoy this bonus interview on location at the Curtis Cup team practices!

In this Tiger Dads bonus interview, the guys sit down with Catherine Park, standout for USC Women’s Golf, for a quick but insight-packed conversation about competing at the highest amateur levels.Catherine shares what it’s like representing the U.S. at the Curtis Cup, playing on the U.S. National Development Program team, and balancing fierce competition with genuine friendships, even among rivals. She talks about competing in front of crowds, handling pressure in team formats, and what changes when the stage gets bigger.And then Emmy gets into the mix as well asking Catherine about her routines, preparation, and yes… playing fast. It’s a fun, honest look at how elite college golfers think about tempo, focus, and staying ready when it’s your turn. Plus hyping up crowds with T-Shirt cannons, handshakes and club twirls.If you’re a junior golfer with college dreams, or a parent navigating elite development, this short bonus episode delivers perspective straight from someone living it right now.

In this Tiger Dads episode, we’re joined by world-renowned mental performance coach Rick Sessinghaus, best known for coaching major champion Collin Morikawa, for a deep and practical conversation every golf parent and junior needs to hear.

Rick breaks down how parents can better support their junior golfer’s mental game, why stress shows up so strongly in competition, and how unrealistic expectations can quietly derail development. We talk about what healthy junior progress actually looks like, how parents can manage their own emotions during tournaments, and why staying calm is a skill that must be trained...just like a golf swing.Rick also shares insight into how Collin Morikawa approaches adversity, pressure, and setbacks, along with simple mental techniques juniors can use to stay focused, confident, and present during rounds. This episode is packed with actionable advice, mindset shifts, and mental game tools that help juniors compete freer...and help parents become a source of calm instead of pressure.If you care about long-term development, emotional resilience, and helping your junior golfer enjoy the game while performing their best, this is a must-listen episode.

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Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!

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More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/

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Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/

Edited by Roxett Pinedo

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In this Tiger Dads roundtable, we’re joined by Jon Garland and Randy Sklar, the funnier Sklar Brother, for an honest conversation about raising kids in competitive golf and navigating the pressure that comes with it.

Drawing on Jon’s experience as a professional athlete...and now a golf dad...we talk about how every level of the game gets harder, from junior tournaments to elite competition, and why so much of the stress kids feel often starts with us on the sidelines. We discuss the importance of helping junior golfers stay calm during tournaments, managing expectations around scores and results, and remembering that the real goal is helping kids fall in love with the game, not chasing outcomes.

This episode is for any golf parent who has paced the fairways during a round, felt the nerves watching their kid compete, or wondered how to better support confidence, enjoyment, and long-term growth in junior golf...especially when the pressure starts to rise.

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Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.

Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!

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More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/

More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/

More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/

More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/

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Produced by Keida Mascaro: https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/

Edited by Roxett Pinedo

The Cave Podcast Studio

https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/

The Tiger Dads are joined by Justin Silverstein, head coach of USC Women’s Golf, for a wide-ranging conversation every junior golfer and parent needs to hear.As our first-ever guest coach, Justin pulls back the curtain on modern college golf - how recruiting actually works, what coaches are really evaluating, and where junior development can go right (or wrong). We dig into the realities of NIL, the growing role of analytics in player development, and how data is shaping training and performance at the highest collegiate level.And because it’s Tiger Dads, we also veer into off the road into uncharted territory - yes, including Taylor Swift - while talking culture, connection, and how today’s athletes balance performance with personality. This episode is packed with insight, clarity, and a few laughs, making it a must-listen for families navigating the junior golf journey with college aspirations in mind.++++++++++++++++++++++++++Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!++++++++++++++++++++++++++More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Produced by Keida Mascarohttps://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/Edited by Roxett PinedoThe Cave Podcast Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/