The Golf Parent, episode 47
How Does Division 1 Golf Really Work ? - Coach Todd Oehrlein
2025-11-13
The college golf recruiting process can feel like a mystery — for both parents and players. In this episode, Coach Todd Oehrlein pulls back the curtain on how college programs actually evaluate prospective student athletes, what separates elite recruits from the rest, and how parents can best suppo
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After a poor finish, ask how they feel and still help them find the positives in the round.
Todd Oehrlein (D1 coach) · The Golf Parent
Talking after a round · Confidence and self talk
Teach gratitude for the opportunities and sacrifices that make their golf possible.
Todd Oehrlein (D1 coach) · The Golf Parent
Confidence and self talk
Kids are on an island out there; their scores aren't a reflection of you as a parent.
Todd Oehrlein (D1 coach) · The Golf Parent
Parent role · Expectations and pressure