The Story
Unlock the Mental Side of Golf
My love for golf began as a child, swinging a 2-iron in the alley with my sister. I wanted to hit the ball like my dad, but at just seven years old, I had a lot to learn. One day, I fell, cut my knee on a rock, and needed eight stitches. It was my first lesson in perseverance—golf can be brutal, but I refused to give up. That was the moment I first understood what mental strength really meant.
Over the years, I’ve faced my fair share of setbacks. My clubs were stolen, and it took months to get them back. A wrist injury sidelined me for nearly three years. I’ve broken clubs in frustration and questioned why I even play this game. But I never walked away.
The Other Side of the Coin
For every challenge, there’s been a triumph. I’ve had a hole-in-one, competed on a national golf tour, and played the game in multiple countries. I’ve worked with PGA, LPGA, Korn Ferry, collegiate, and weekend golfers, as well as elite athletes ranging from 8-year-olds to Olympians and U.S. Army Rangers. Since 2010, I’ve been training athletes, helping them navigate the mental adversities that come with competitive performance. If you love this game, I’ve probably worked with someone just like you.
Golf Is Mental—So Is Life
During my time in the U.S. Navy, I learned firsthand about leadership, teamwork, resilience, and pushing past perceived limits. Those lessons shaped my approach to mental performance training. If you want to be your best—on or off the course—you have to put in the work. Greatness doesn’t come easy.
I developed The Mental Side of Golf to help golfers like you strengthen your mindset, overcome self-doubt, manage pressure, and ultimately lower your scores. The best part? These skills don’t just improve your golf game—they help you grow as a person.
Let’s Get to Work
I’m passionate about golf, its life lessons, and helping players at every level unlock their full potential. Whether you're a golfer, parent, coach, caddie, or academy director, I’m here to support your journey.
Ready to take your mental game to the next level? Let’s get started.
Mission
To help create and shape the ABSOLUTE BEST minds in golf.
To help others see themselves as they are, accept it, and do their best in all aspects of their lives.
To inspire others to overcome obstacles and be resilient in the face of setbacks.
Vision
The Mental Side of Golf provides tailored programing that inspires YOU to overcome obstacles and achieve your absolute best self, on and off the course!
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Golf is a tough sport. It is mentally draining, and every shot is a unique challenge. The Mental Side of Golf will share the tools required to focus the mind on the right thing at the right time to sink more birdies.
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Let's be clear, there is no magic pill. This will require you to work. If you have what it takes to overcome the Mental game, you will beat your competitors more often, and The Mental Side of Golf can get you there.
Stay Motivated,
Coach J
