Breaking Into the Game: Juniors
Michael Bannon, professional golf instructor and longtime coach to Rory McIlroy, has created this nine-hole series that will give up-and-coming junior golfers everything they need to know about playing the game well. From striking mechanics to swing speed, club selection and more, Bannon offers juniors an easy-going yet informative set of lessons that will help them have more fun each time they play. Plus, champion golfer Rory McIlroy makes a special appearance to offer tips and advice to aspiring golfers.
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- First Aired on
Jun 15, 2020
- Popularity: 1.9639
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- (US)
- Status: Ended
Show Ended
1 seaons till Jun 15, 2020
Last episode: Hole 9: Course is the Best Teacher
Seasons & episodes
Total 1 seasons, 17 episodes
Season 1
Aired
Episode 1Trailer min
Join Michael Bannon, longtime coach to Rory McIlroy, as he helps juniors improve their play while enjoying the learning process. Each segment in the series features valuable tips and advice, and there is a special appearance by Rory as well.
Episode 2Hole 1: Philosophy min
Michael Bannon discusses the benefits of getting juniors involved with golf and shares his teaching philosophy. Rory McIlroy joins to reveal how Bannon’s coaching was instrumental when breaking into the game.
Episode 3Hole 2: Right Size for Everything min
Michael Bannon reveals the keys to a proper club fitting and the other preparations you should make for a junior breaking into the game.
Episode 4Hole 3: Work Backwards from the Green min
In Hole 3, Michael Bannon teaches the basic fundamentals of striking a golf ball and reveals why it’s important to learn the game from the green back to the tee.
Episode 5Hole 4 (Part 1): Putting is Easy, Learn to Love It min
In Hole 4, Michael Bannon reveals the setup and putting stroke keys for juniors breaking into the game. Don't over-complicate it early on, just focus on the fundamentals and having fun.
