In this episode of The Golf Sit Down Podcast, we chat with Maggie Simons, Director of Instruction at Oregon Golf Club, about her incredible journey from a late start in junior golf to playing Division I at Wake Forest, competing professionally, and ultimately becoming one of the most respected coaches in the Pacific Northwest. Maggie shares her insights on:⛳ Why early specialization can hurt more than it helps🏀 The value of multi-sport participation for juniors📈 How to manage expectations through growth spurts and development💡 Creating a fun, welcoming culture that retains golfers for life🏆 Lessons from playing in an LPGA Tour event and how competition shapes players👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Coaching parents through the ups and downs of junior golf Whether you’re a coach, parent, or player, this episode will inspire you to focus on what truly matters—developing a lifelong love for the game. 👍 Like, subscribe, and share this episode with anyone who wants to grow the game and support the next generation of golfers. Hosts: Ryan Dailey, PGA & Seth Thompson, PGA Executive Producer: A.J. Reimann Find The Golf Sit Down: https://linktr.ee/TheGolfSitDown Where to find Maggie Simonshttps://www.instagram.com/msimons21?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=MWswamRqZWN5YW03Zw== Chapters 00:00 Investing in Quality Gear00:32 Maggie's Journey in Golf03:45 The Importance of Diverse Sports06:50 Managing Growth and Expectations09:45 Emotional Development in Golf21:48 Mindset and Performance25:06 Navigating Competition in Youth Golf31:32 The Path to College Golf: Insights and Strategies37:13 Finding Balance: Golf as a Passion, Not an Identity40:22 Creating a Fun and Supportive Golf Environment49:40 Reflections on Competition and Community Support55:03 Embracing Technology and Future Aspirations #GolfPodcast #MaggieSimons #YouthGolf #GolfDevelopment #Operation36 #JuniorGolf #GolfCoaching #GrowthMindset #PositiveCulture #WomenInGolf #WakeForestGolf #GolfParents #GolfCompetition #GolfJourney #GolfCommunity