Podcasts about adaptive golf

Bud is subbing in for the new father Gary, and we have a special guest Ricky Reilly joining as we discuss his busy upcoming Adaptive Golf tournament schedule. Starting this weekend he is off to Florida for a 3 day championship with his big US Adaptive Open qualifying happening later this month. We are wishing Ricky the best of luck in his 2025 season!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about this episode! Acorn Hills Clothing Co.BASIC15 for 15% off. Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good!BagBoy - Dynamic BrandsTJ15 at checkout for $15 off a BagBoy Push Cart!The Putter SopBasicBogeys15 for 15% off your order!Smackin' Sunflower Seeds10% off of your order! Thanks for listening. Tune in next Thursday for our next episode! Support the showFollow Basic Bogeys here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicbogeysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basicbogeysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@basicbogeys?sub_confirmation=1

Ricky is fresh off an adaptive golf tournament in Philly and he joins again to catch up with what he has been up to since returning from the US Adaptive Open as he continues to refine his golf game and has added a few more competitive Adaptive Golf rounds which have helped to improve his World Ranking.Send us a message and let us know what you thought about this episode! Acorn Hills Clothing Co.Use code BASIC15 for 15% off. Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good. A Zero Waste Clothing CompanyBagBoy - Dynamic BrandsUse code TJ15 at checkout for a discount on your very own Nitro BagBoy Push Cart! Thanks for listening. Tune in next Thursday for our next episode! Support the showFollow Basic Bogeys here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicbogeysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basicbogeysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@basicbogeys?sub_confirmation=1

Joined by Anna Kittleson- Manager of Adaptive Golf at GAP ahead of the Inaugural GAP Adaptive Championship next week. Kevin Yu wins the Chicken, Hatton goes low and wins again and D spills some Tea. The Penn Club on 2nd sponsors The Course of Course with Harry Mayes! Preview and we See The Line Draftkings Sportsbook for The Black Desert ChampionshipThank you to our Sponsors: DraftKings Sportsbook, Mall Chevrolet, Comcast Business, Rita's Water IceGambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot C O slash F T ball.

Carter Arey, a Columbia, MO native, had a condition requiring the amputation of his foot when he was a toddler. He competed competitively at the collegiate and national level in wheelchair basketball. After burning out, his wife nudged him towards golf. He's now climbing the adaptive golf rankings. Credit: Carter Arey

In this episode with World Golf Hall of Fame member Dennis Walters, we learn about how "Adaptive Golf' was born, out of ingenuity, necessity and passion. Dennis hits ball seated on a golf cart and early on, a family mechanic friend and the EZ-Go company, were consulted to develop "the seat" and adapt it to a golf cart that would enable Dennis to perform what became a repertory of golf trick shots. He learned from the masters of his craft like Paul Hahn, Sr. and Aussie, Joe Kirkwood. Hear about his first performance at the 1977 PGA Merchandise Show and his appearance on the popular TV show, That's Incredible. Once he came to be sponsored by MacGregor Golf and TrueTemper the Dennis Walters Show was born.Give Bruce & Mike some feedback via Text.Support the Show.Follow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https://www.forethegoodofthegame.com/reviews/new/ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-the-good-of-the-game/id1562581853 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/0XSuVGjwQg6bm78COkIhZO?si=b4c9d47ea8b24b2d Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzM3Mjc1LnJzcw About "FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.” Thanks so much for listening!

The extended cut of the Ricky Reilly US Adaptive Open Recap. All of the extra questions we had for him from watching from afar all week long as he was just absolutely dialed while playing Sandcreek Station in Kansas. Also a fun little story of Ricky getting recognized while at the event. And Ricky gives us a rundown of what is up next for him as he continues his journey deeper into Adaptive Golf!Send us a message and let us know what you thought about this episode! Acorn Hills Clothing Co.Use code BASIC15 for 15% off. Look Good, Feel Good, Do Good. A Zero Waste Clothing CompanyBagBoy - Dynamic BrandsUse code TJ15 at checkout for a discount on your very own Nitro BagBoy Push Cart! Thanks for listening. Tune in next Thursday for our next episode! Support the Show.Follow Basic Bogeys here:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/basicbogeysTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@basicbogeysYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@basicbogeys?sub_confirmation=1

"I have been involved with a lot of products over my life. But this product is it is like no other. A year ago I didn't even know what an adaptive golf cart was. We have learned so much. We meet our prospects on the driving range of a golf course. We can adjust the seats and hook up the strapping and get them in and buckled up, lift themselves up and then grab a 7-iron and they connect with that ball. And when they connect we make eye contact with their friends, their spouse and a smile comes on their face and they say "This is going to change my life!" And I've got goosebumps and tears in my eyes and it's just so rewarding. This is a blessing. It's a blessing and we're just so thankful that we get to participate in it." ... Jeff Nicholson, Chief Marketing Officer with VertaCat https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/4RakuTxh.jpg (https://www.youtube.com/@modgolfpodcast/videos) Join our mission to make golf more innovative, inclusive and fun... and WIN some awesome golf gear! As the creator and host of The ModGolf Podcast and YouTube channel I've been telling golf entrepreneurship and innovation stories since May 2017 and I love the community of ModGolfers that we are building. I'm excited to announce that I just launched our ModGolf Patreon page to bring together our close-knit community of golf-loving people! As my Patron you will get access to exclusive live monthly interactive shows where you can participate, ask-me-anything video events, bonus content, golf product discounts and entry in members-only ModGolf Giveaway contests. I'm offering two monthly membership tiers at $5 and $15 USD, but you can also join for free. Your subscription will ensure that The ModGolf Podcast continues to grow so that I can focus on creating unique and impactful stories that support and celebrate the future of golf. Click to join >> https://patreon.com/Modgolf I look forward to seeing you during an upcoming live show!... Colin https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/q_IZwlpO.jpg (https://patreon.com/Modgolf) VertaCat - The all-terrain mobility rider that elevates you into a standing position. Developed by a paraplegic athlete, VertaCat™ is loaded with state-of-the-art performance and safety features that you won't find anywhere else. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/TdRawE32.jpeg Max Togisala's 2023 USGA Open Victory Join us in congratulating Max Togisala on his victory in the Seated Impairment category at the 2023 USGA Adaptive Open. Max's achievement is truly inspirational and we are thrilled to celebrate this moment with you. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/OdWS9jsA.png You can also find out more about Jeff on his bio page (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/jeff-nicholson). Want to learn about VertaCat, see some inspiring testimonials and even book a demo? Have a look at the VertaCat website (https://vertacat.com) for more. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/DIpqWLCU.png (https://vertacat.com) Episode Chapters 03:40: We want to thank Golf Genius Software who have supported The ModGolf Podcast since 2019! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/K9NPjjAv.jpg (https://www.golfgenius.com) Golf Genius powers tournament management at over 10,000 private clubs, public courses, resorts, golf associations, and tours in over 60 countries. So if you're a golf professional or course operator who wants to save time, deliver exceptional golfer experiences, and generate more revenue, check them out online at golfgenius.com (https://www.golfgenius.com). Special Guest: Jeffrey Nicholson - Chief Marketing Officer with VertaCat.

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 444 - USGA Adaptive Open - A Pair of Powerful Stories One of the most inspirational golf tournaments in the nation took place in early July when the USGA held the US Adaptive Open in Kansas. Among the field of competitors was Jimmy Moceri and Kelsy Koch, both from Michigan. Today, we are honored to share their stories of life's challenges and the thrill of being able to compete for a national title. Please listen in and share the link with others you know could use some inspiration! ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

Our first international guest! Mariano chat with the guys about his accident that has lead to adaptive golf. His playing before the accident. Joys of playing golf in America. Experiences at Pinehurst. USDGA. Argentina's growth with golf and adaptive golf. And a little Argentine Soccer.

The Business of Sport Minute brought to you by Southern Company Josh Deal, PGA General Manager/Bobby Jones Links Regional, joined Nick Cellini and Chris Dimino to talk about Bobby Jones Golf Course, weather getting more golf friendly and their three main initiatives; Junior Golf Program, Adaptive Golf and H.O.P.E. (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Check out Bobby Jones Golf CourseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Simpson is the Founder of the On Course Foundation, dedicated to assisting our wounded Veterans and helping them learn or relearn how to play the game through their Adaptive Golf program. If you are a Veteran or know one who would like to see how they can get you back in the game, please look them up online at www.oncoursefoundationusa.org. John's golf industry career took off when he wrote to Mark McCormack, Founder of IMG, and told Mark that he couldn't grow his organization without him. Mark either believed him or was impressed by John's boldness because he hired him. We get to hear that amazing story plus: How John overcame polio as a child.How his father and uncle were pilots in WWII.What it was like working with Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, & Gary Player.Getting an opportunity to represent Nick Faldo, Vijay Singh, Bernhard Langer, and Nick Price.The crazy things advertisers wanted them to do.What led him to create the On Course Foundation.Mr. Palmer's involvement with the Foundation.The Simpson Cup tournament.And much more...

Joe Grohman has won the Patriots Award 8 times for his work with our wounded military personnel and Veterans. He talks about his adaptive golf program and the positive impact it has on the lives of those who come to his clinics. To check it out go to: www.joegrohmanfoundation.org

On today's episode, we have a very special guest join us. Carlos Brown is a top 100 Golf Digest instructor out of Keaton Park in Texas. with over 19 years of experience teaching and coaching. A champion for Adaptive Golf and Mental Health and of Course Team Nike and Swoosh Staffer. It was an absolute pleasure to talk to Coach and hear his story and insight into the game we all love and play. we hope you enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theswooshlife/support

In this episode of the Borne the Battle Podcast, we're connecting Nick Beelner the Director of the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic, an adaptive golf program focused on empowering disabled veterans from coast to coast. We'll discuss the tailored golf lessons, user-friendly equipment, and entertaining activities they offer, as well as the sense of camaraderie and personal growth experienced by participants. Join us as we uncover the power of connection, teamwork, and triumphing over challenges with the remarkable individuals at the National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic.  How To Apply For VA Health Care | Veterans - National Disabled Veterans Golf Clinic

Hear from University of Arizona adaptive golf recruit, Isaac Berger of Neillsville, Neillsville baseball coach Dave Matson and more this week.....

At MercyOne, your best life is our one purpose - whether it's time with family and friends, your favorite hobby, a day on the golf course... or a combination of all three!  With that in mind, we welcome a special guest Steve Husome of Adaptive Golf Iowa. Steve and friends were enjoying the nice weather on motorcycles when a semi pulled in front of him, forever changing the trajectory of his life's path. Battling multiple injuries, the worst damage to both of his legs, Steve had to make the difficult decision to amputate his right leg below the knee. Leading a very active lifestyle, Steve worried how this decision would affect his abilities and lifestyle. After nine surgeries, hundreds of hours of physical therapy, two different prosthetic legs and learning how to walk all over again - fast forward to now as Steve leads Adaptive Golf Iowa, bringing the healing power of golf to make sure every can live your best life. Adaptive Golf Iowa is the only golf clinic in Iowa whose mission is to spread joy through the game of golf to individuals living with disabilities. Adaptive Golf Iowa will offer instruction, organized events, and adaptive equipment to help make the game enjoyable for everyone. *   *   *   *   *   *    MercyOne is here for you and proud of the care we provide to get you living your best life, whatever milestone that may be, big or small. If MercyOne is a part of your journey – whether you're working hard to maintain good health and well-being, have recently overcome a health crisis or just started a family, we want to share the joy of your story. Head to MercyOne.org/bestlife to learn more about how you can share your experiences to win prizes for "best life" experiences. *   *   *   *   *   *    Send us your feedback by emailing podcast@mercyhealth.com, or fill out the submission form at MercyOne.org/podcast Your Best Life – powered by MercyOne

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Mary Klinkradt of Raising Hope SA about adaptive golf and the launch of the Raising Hope SA Golf Academy in Cape Town. For general enquiries contact Mary on mary@raisinghopesa.com For enquiries on adaptive golf lessons, contact Shane on golfacademy@hazendal.co.za Look out for news of the podcast update coming soon… This episode was edited by Craig Strachan using Hindenburg PRO – find out more on hindenburg.com Credits read by Musa E Zulu.

In this episode, our host, Lois Strachan, speaks with Mary Klinkradt of Raising Hope SA about adaptive golf and the launch of the Raising Hope SA Golf Academy in Cape Town. For general enquiries contact Mary on mary@raisinghopesa.com For enquiries on adaptive golf lessons, contact Shane on golfacademy@hazendal.co.za Look out for news of the podcast update coming soon… This episode was edited by Craig Strachan using Hindenburg PRO – find out more on hindenburg.com Credits read by Musa E Zulu.

"I work as an entrepreneur with my own business, focusing on thought leaders in the prosthetic industry, specifically small startups who are bringing new technologies to the forefront to help people like myself with limb difference. I am one of two million people in the United States who lives with limb difference - in my case it's a below the knee amputation that I had six years ago. For me, using a prosthesis has empowered my life and I want to bring that same opportunity to others like myself."... Deborah Smith, Prosthetics Entrepreneur and Adaptive Athlete https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/dtHW7hRU.jpg "I survived a fatal accident when I was 19, which changed my life in the blink of an eye. I went from running every day, dancing and golfing to fighting in order to ever walk again. Looking back, the understanding that I needed to put the time and work in and I wasn't going to see any results right away certainly helped me as I was recovering from my accident because I was disabled and disfigured from it." Click on the image below to check out our extended conversation with Deborah on our Youtube Channel (https://youtu.be/RPotmUWwKvE)! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/Wxr0t3n2.jpg (https://youtu.be/RPotmUWwKvE) "In the United States alone there are 61 million adults living with some form of physical disability that impacts their daily activities and the majority of them are women. There are two million people in the US who have limb difference, for example an amputation like myself. Those numbers grow by 500 amputations that are performed in the United States every day. " Deborah is a mentor with the amputee Coalition of America and with Shirley Ryan Ability Lab in Chicago, the top rehab facility in the country for the last 30 years. Visit their website (https://www.sralab.org/) to see how the first-ever “translational” research hospital where clinicians, scientists, innovators and technologists work together in the same space, applying research in real time to physical medicine and rehabilitation. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/LJt9KlYu.png (https://www.sralab.org/) You can learn more about Deborah on her bio page (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/deborah-smith). Deborah is currently involved in several entrepreneurial endeavours and one that she discusses is her work with PSYONIC, creators of the world's first touch sensing bionic hand. Learn more at the Psyonic website (https://www.psyonic.io/). https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/8MyAe7Wm.jpg (https://www.psyonic.io/) "The beauty of golf is that it is available to us from a young age through an older age, through ability and disability. I am a perfect example of the opportunities that golf provides." To connect with Deborah... Website: https://www.deborahsmith.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/2deborahsmith/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/2deborahsmith/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/2deborahsmith/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/2deborahsmith Special Guest: Deborah Smith - Adaptive Athlete and Prosthetic Resources Consultant.

In this episode we had the great pleasure of chatting with Jonathan Snyder, Director of the United States Adaptive Golf Alliance.  We met Jonathan at our local Adaptive Golf Iowa clinic and fundraising tournament and we were excited to learn more about the adaptive golf community in this interview.  In addition to his role as the Director of the United States Adaptive Golf Alliance, Jonathan is also the Vice President - Midwestern Amputee Golf Association and a member of the Callaway Adaptive Golf Team.  Listen today to hear Jonathan's story and to learn more about adaptive golf. 

Craig Winter and Adam Moeller of the USGA discuss the Adaptive Provisions to the Rules of Golf, how to use them, and how facilities can use these provisions to become more welcoming to golfers with disabilities.

Todd Keirstead is one of the world's best golf entertainers in the game, starring on various golf shows including the Golf Channel, CTV Sports Plays of the Year, and has also featured on ESPN, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, TSN and TMZ. Whilst performing for United States military veterans, Keirstead realised that with each shot he was hitting was in fact inadvertently altering their mindsets from ‘I can’t' to ‘I can’. Todd was showing these amazing military individuals how golf could be played in an adaptive way. Shortly after Todd has created his own Adaptive Golf Initiative, becoming one of the leaders in promoting and empowering individuals of all abilities to get involved in the game of golf. Keirstead has enlightened thousands with his vision that anyone can play golf, no matter what their circumstance. “My vision is to ignite the passion in individuals and to transcend personal boundaries both on and off the fairway”. In this podcast, Todd will utilise a business case study on the financial impact of adaptive golf and how it can influence your business moving forwards. This should provide a better understanding of: - The importance of inclusion and diversity - The benefits that can be achieved by your business through increased inclusion - A better acceptance that golf can and should reflect the community of which your business is in. The CPG Masterclass Series embodies a range of talks and presentations for PGAs and PGA Professionals that cover a variety of subjects and topics, delivered by world-class, industry leading experts from their respective fields. Find out more at http://cp.golf/masterclass.

In episode 6 we highlighted a truly impactful organization, Adaptive Golf of Iowa.   This special edition episode is just the inspiring dialogue Jonathan and Mike had with Steve and Kevin.   

This week Jonathan and Mike had the pleasure of interviewing Steve Husome from Adaptive Golf Iowa and Kevin Dill the former Director of the Black Hawk County Veterans Administration.  You will not want to miss this interview.  Steve and Kevin share their stories and how the game of golf, and how the Adaptive Golf Iowa organization has changed their lives.  Also, Jonathan and Mike share updates on the PGA tour and updates on all the golf news from the past week! Waterloo Open & Joe 4 Ball Update - 1:25 Travelers Championship Recap - 6:00 Rocket Mortgage Classic Preview - 13:10 Phil Mickelson "Lefty" is in the U.S. Open at Winged Foot - 16:30 Up to Par Pick'em - 18:30 Adaptive Golf Iowa Interview - 22:30

For this episode, we had a local non-profit executive director, Steve Husome, come in to our studio to discuss one of his endeavors called "Adaptive Golf Iowa". Adaptive Golf Iowa is a relatively new organization that aims to "spread joy through the game of golf to those living with disabilities throughout Iowa". Recent successes of Adaptive Golf Iowa include purchasing adaptive golf carts (see link for brochure that displays the carts) and putting on annual golf clinics that allow people with disabilities to work on their golfing skills. Within this episode Steve discusses his journey in founding Adaptive Golf Iowa, the mission of the organization, and the power of adaptive golf. Within this conversation, Steve also shares his own experiences as an amputee and how adaptive golf helped him overcome the loss of a limb.

“My first shot of The Mallorca International Wheelchair Golf Open Championship, off the tee, in front of everyone, cameras are on, people are watching. I hit the ball, nailed it with a driver, and everybody clapped as they do in golf that you hear on TV and it was so perfect." This week our host Colin Weston sits down for a conversation with Tanelle Bolt, an adaptive paragolfer who was paralyzed from the chest down resulting from an extreme sport accident four years ago. Tanelle shares her difficult yet personally rewarding journey of a life transformed after suffering this devastating injury. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/kVbIVlD6.jpg https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/PN7kM1qB.jpg Are you a golf course owner or operator struggling with the complexities of running tournaments? Do you want to spend less more running them while increasing revenue and profit margins? Check out our friends at Golf Genius to learn how they can help make the magic happen. >> https://www.golfgenius.com/ Tanelle is a passionate advocate for universal design and accessible barrier-free rights and still maintains an active outdoor lifestyle. Her love for the outdoors combined with her entrepreneurial spirit has led to the creation of Keener, which is an outdoor adventure app that allows adaptive athletes to “connect to disconnect”. Keenr is currently in the beta testing phase with plans to launch in Q3/Q4 2019. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/N6_P0ZSK.jpg https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/Ld0m7k_m.jpg “My goal with RAD is to provide accessibility for people outdoors who can’t afford it and provide a platform for you to build your own inventory of adaptive equipment based on your own knowledge”. Click here (https://www.radsociety.ca/) to learn more about the work Tanelle does with The RAD Recreation Adapted Society. All donations go directly to getting an adaptive athletic out of the house and moving with joy in nature. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/0TUHM2FZ.png (https://www.radsociety.ca/) https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/s-wrZk-1.jpg Special Guest: Tanelle Bolt - Founder of The RAD Society and Adaptive Para-Golfer.

  Some months back, on my other show, 2-Minute Talk Tips, I interviewed speaker and coach Pat Roque about speaking and her fascinating journey. I'd encourage you to check that out over at 2minutetalktips.com/rockon. After that conversation, Pat and I continued talking and she told me I needed to talk with Gianna Rojas about the work we were each doing. Gianna Rojas is the One Handed Lady Golfer. Gianna was born with no fingers on her left hand, which makes golf challenging. Still, as an adult, she wanted to learn so she did. Now, Gianna runs AdaptiveGolfers.org where she and her team help stroke survivors and other folks with disabilities get back on the course, doing the thing they love -- playing golf. Gianna runs clinics in NJ and travels the country promoting Adaptive Golf. Key Facts about Gianna   ADAPTIVE ATHLETE - *USA Disabled Golf Team - Global Tour *Division winner of the 2017/2018 Para Long Drive Cup – Legends, Myrtle Beach SC, Par Tee - Columbia, SC *Division winner of the 2018 Adaptive Long Drive – Barefoot Resort and Golf, No. Myrtle Beach SC   ADAPTIVE AMBASSADOR *2018/2019 LPGA Woman's Network - Charity Partner *2019 PGA Magazine Woman's Leadership Platform *20172018/2019 Director of Global Brand Awareness United States Adaptive Golf Alliance *Advisory Board and Speakers Bureau for the National Alliance of Accessible Golf *Volunteer for the United States Disable Golf Association   SPEAKER/PRESENTER/EXHIBITOR *2018/2019 PGA Merchandise Show - Initiator ADAPTIVE GOLF CENTER, Speaker, and Adaptive Player Development Educational Track *2017/2018 World Amateur Championships Exhibitor *2017/2018/2019 ABILITIES Expo Speaker, Presenter and Exhibitor PUBLIC FIGURE/SEASONED MEDIA PERSONALITIY *2018 LPGA Top 22 Women “Disruptors” in the Golf Industry https://lpgawomensnetwork.com/meet-the-disruptors-the-women-who-are-spearheading-a-revolution-in-golf/ Thoughts on Golf As I've mentioned before, I'm not exactly athletic. Most of my golf experience involves neon balls and tiny windmills. But it is a part of many survivors lives. A stroke doesn't have to mean our involvement with sports is over. A few months ago, I talked with US Air Force Academy Tennis Coach Dan Oosterhous about his life and he continues coaching tennis. You can find that episode at http://strokecast.com/dan. This week, we hear from Gianna. And next week in episode 058, We'll hear from Carol-Ann Nelson about Adventure Rehab Vacations. In short, there are lots of reasons and ways for stroke survivors to get out of the house and in to outdoor activities this Spring and Summer More than the athletic aspect of golf, though, is the strong social aspect of the game of golf. It's a sport that's built around chatting with your opponents. It also a sports that has strong cultural and business ties, at least in the US. Folks who don't golf can find themselves shut out of many business socializing and deal making opportunities. That's why getting back out on the course can be so important for a golf-loving stroke survivor. Or even for the survivor just looking for a new hobby. It's got physical, cognitive, social, cultural, and economic advantages. And the work Gianna is doing to get folks access to those advantages is fantastic. Hack of the Week Getting dressed with disabilities can take way too much time. Fortunately, Adaptive Clothing is a thing now. Most folks are already familiar with Velcro shoes. All the shoes I use theses days feature Velcro. You can even find sneakers with faux lace closures now that are powered by Velcro. It goes beyond that, though. A search for adaptive clothing will turn up a significant variety of clothes designed to accommodate a wide assortment of functionality. You don't have to settle for tradition clothing. Links Adaptive Golfers http://adaptivegolfers.org Gianna's email Gianna@AdaptiveGolfers.org Gianna on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/gianna.s.rojas Gianna on Twitter https://twitter.com/Adaptivegolfers Gianna on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/onehandedladygolfer/ One Handed Lady Golfer on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pg/onehandedladygolfer Gianna on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/giannarojas/ One Handed Lady Golfer on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwL4-46d8iDNaRTl_sYMA6g Quantum Grip http://www.quantumgrip.com/ PGA Superstore https://www.pgatoursuperstore.com/stores/paramus-new-jersey/0901.html?gclid=CjwKCAjw7MzkBRAGEiwAkOXexBgKEX3VeUV01z4IHHdIywqxKOeUrqZQhW3Rl1xrkikg8MVqtP4B_RoC0HkQAvD_BwE USGA http://www.usga.org/ The R & A https://www.randa.org/ PGA https://www.pga.com/home/ LPGA http://www.lpga.com/ Bill interviews Pat Roque http://2minutetalktips.com/rockon Bill Interviews Dan Oosterhous http://strokecast.com/dan USGA/R&A announce participation in world ranking for disabled golfers https://www.golfdigest.com/story/usgaranda-announced-participation-in-global-ranking-for-disabled-golfers   Where do we go from here? Encourage the PGA and LPGA to make Adaptive Golf part of their continuing education requirements. Check out Gianna's links and resources by visiting the section above. Share this episode with the golf fan in your life by giving them the link Strokecast.com/golf Don't get best…get better   Strokecast is the stroke podcast where a Gen X stroke survivor explores rehab, recovery, the frontiers of neuroscience and one-handed banana peeling by helping stroke survivors, caregivers, medical providers and stroke industry affiliates connect and share their stories.

“We are all golfers first. Adaptive golfers just happen to have unique, special needs. (https://golfyeah.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Gianna-Head-Shot-with-hand.jpg) Gianna Rojas Adaptive Golf Advocate Oak Ridge, New Jersey Born without fingers on her left hand, Gianna Rojas is known world-wide as the “One-Handed Lady Golfer,” and she has dedicated much of her recent life to bringing attention to golfing success stories that involve people with physical, cognitive, sensory, health and age-related challenges. Gianna is recognized as one of the leading and most influential voices in a growing movement that’s called “Adaptive Golf,” which is working to promote accessibility to the game of golf for everyone. Gianna was recently named by the LPGA as one of the top 22 Women “Disruptors” in the golf industry. And you might think that she has a body double…because Gianna is everywhere…including the Golf Channel, local and national news, and as guest speaker at a broad range of industry and corporate events, including the PGA Merchandise Show and the Abilities Expo. Gianna is an active member of organizations too numerous to mention, where she collaborates and sits on several committees. (https://golfyeah.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Gianna-with-David-Finn.jpg) Gianna Rojas with the legendary “Golf Fanatic” David Finn In addition to all of her advocacy work, Giana is a bona fide golfer. She walks the talk as an Adaptive Athlete. For example, she is a member of the US Disabled Golf Team and is a two-time division winner in the Adaptive and Para Long Drive competition. We have a very selfish reason for featuring Gianna as a guest on Golf Yeah. This is a podcast for people who aspire to build a business or career related to their love for the game golf. Gianna certainly has achieved that goal through her Adaptive Golfers organization. But what’s even more valuable than her success story, which you’ll hear, is Gianna discussion of what it takes to overcome the obstacles in your head and in your heart that keep you from reaching your full potential. Regardless of whether your life goals involve a golf career, or simply being a happier person, you’ll find Gianna’s spirit and determination to be contagious. Show Highlights:   How Gianna serves as an advocate for changing people’s mindsets, regardless of their abilities   The social and personal challenges Gianna faced in her childhood   The backstory on how Gianna became involved in the game of golf   How Gianna developed her unique method of swinging a golf club   How and why she founded her “Adaptive Golfers” organization Efforts to coordinate the various causes related to adaptive golf Challenges involved in getting PGA pros to teach people with unique needs Collecting data on different courses to determine mobility   Difficulties involved in convincing people that golf is accessible and therapeutic The importance of empowering people to help themselves Finding a way to accomplish personal goals despite significant challenges Why people with challenges should be apart of the effort to help others with adaptive abilities Notable Quotes:    On the definition of herself, and how she wants to be known: “I am differently abled, not “dis”abled. I am not defined by my lack of limb deficiency. I am a whole person, a whole-hearted person…and that is what I present to the world.” On using a prosthetic device to swing the golf club:   “For me to add something to my hand is the same as you losing something from your hand.”   On incenting people to try golf:   “If we find something people like to do, then they’ll find a reason to move”   On her outlook on life:   “We were not put here to be isolated and depressed.”   On golf course adoption of design changes to accommodate adaptive golfers: “We are still in the...

David Windsor, Director of Adaptive Golf for the Georgia State Golf Association joins me on this segment of Next on the Tee Golf Podcast. Dave talks about the positive impact they are having on our military veterans through their adapative golf program. They help our wounded service veterans learn or re-learn how to play golf following traumatic injuries or PTSD.

PGA Tour Pro Ted Purdy, Champions Tour Pro Donnie Hammond and the Director of Adaptive Golf for the Georgia State Golf Assocation, David Windor join me on this edition of Next on the Tee Golf Podcast.

On this edition of Next on the Tee I'm joined by: Ted Purdy, PGA Tour Pro and winner of the 2005 Byron Nelson Classic; Donnie Hammond, 2 time winner on Tour and currently playing on the Champions Tour; and Dave Windsor, PGA of America Class A Professional and one of the country's foremost experts in teaching "Adaptive Golf.  Dave assistis people with physical, cognitive and/or sensory impairments to learn, play and enjoy golf while enhancing their quality of life.  

Welcome to the Women of Golf Show! This week Cindy & Ted are excited to host one of many great panel discussions this season on the Women of Golf show. Join us as we welcome our first panel to the show. This week's panel of professionals - "Women of Adaptive Golf" Gianna Rojas – “One Handed Lady Golfer” Founder of Adaptive Golfers Mary Beth Kohberger, LPGA/PGA, Adaptive Golf Instructor Yvette Pegues Ed.D CTO, Ms. Wheelchair International 2016/17 Join us LIVE Tuesday 9:00 - 10:00AM Eastern http://www.blogtalkradio.com/womenofgolf Listen to the Women of Golf Show on these social media platforms  iTunes.com , Stitcher.com  & Tunein.com