Gameful World ; Design. Culture. Coaching.: Recent Episodes
Richard Franklin
Life as a game . A perspective taken by some and our touch stone for conversations had with some of the most influential and prophetic minds in coaching , golf , game design , and modern day soothsayers.
In this episode, we chat with Ross Liggett , at Metolius Golf https://metoliusgolf.com/
This one is really about the BUSINESS of GOLF .
Some of the highlights of this extremely insightful conversation include:
- The need for specialists at green grass facilities
- Is TopGolf #growingthegame?
- Golf in the time of COVID. A temporary life line or something more ?
- HOW TO : golf marketing 101 from an industry leader
I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation. I certainly hope you find it as thought-provoking as I did!
" Championing Diversity in Golf"
In this episode, we sit down with the one and only Gavin Parker.
If you currently working with junior golfers, or aspire to build a program that attracts a NEW junior this is the episode for YOU.
Among the topics we cover:
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growthegame, is it time for a reboot on that message?
- How and why can we reflect and honor cultural relevancy in our programming formats - Golf pro or "stick and ball" savant; a closer look at our core competency
- Moving the goalposts on "success" outcomes. WHAT ELSE can we do on the golf course other than WORK , GRIND, MAKE PARS
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In this episode we are joined by Matt Wilson Director of Instruction, Baltusrol Golf Club, Founder/ Contributor : www.curiouscoaches.com **In this hour-long deep dive we examine:
- Goals - unpacking a contentious topic
- Constraints based coaching ? The What, When , How , and WHY of CLA
- The shortcomings of a " Growth Mindset"
- What young coaches aspiring to become junior golf specialist NEED TO KNOW
and much much more
As mentioned in the show :*https://quanticfoundry.com/* To connect with Richard Franklin and DiscoverGolf coaches around the world visit :**www.discovergolf.co
Steve Starobinsky is a man deeply entrenched in the world of PLAY. He is responsible for helping ideas become consumer brands while consulting with established and soon to be known toy and game companies on the latest trends.
In this very special episode, we bridge the gap between the broader, hobby market of toys and games to the world of youth coaching.
Steve shares many key insights, including :
- Key data points from trend lines in the toy and game industry
- The importance of "recency" and " authenticity" in products /services geared towards today youth
- The rise and future of ESports
If you are a coach of young people, this is a MUST listen!
To keep the conversation going connect with us at @discovergolfer on Instagram or message us at www.discovergolf.co
To connect with Steve Starobinsky : https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevestarobinsky/
Our FIRST EPISODE!!
90 minutes with Neil Plimmer; Founder of JOLF ( www.jolf.golf)
This DEEP DIVE into junior golf coaching discusses:
The effect of cultural constraints on junior golf programming.
What is the right amount of COMPETITION within junior golf ( sports ) training?
What is the difference between PLAY and GAMES?
A discussion about the state of the junior golf industry.
What is the role of a coach ?
and MUCH. MUCH more.
For more information on DiscoverGolf : www.discovergolf.co
Also as mentioned in the show : here is the link to Quantic Foundary , research regarding Gamer Motivation.