Tiger Dads the funniest podcast about junior golf IN THE WORLD! The podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive. Hosted by junior golf dads Jason Sklar and Beau Basse, this podcast dives deep into the world of junior golf from both the parent and player perspective. . Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf. We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!
In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason tackle one of the biggest challenges in junior golf...for parents and players alike: staying calm when things don't go according to plan. The guys swap stories from the tournament circuit about losing their cool, trying (and sometimes failing) to stay zen, and why some of the most valuable lessons in golf come from letting kids make mistakes and learn through experience. They discuss emotional resilience, perspective, and why every rough round doesn't need to become a teaching moment. Then they're joined by Gary Belsky, former Editor-in-Chief of ESPN The Magazine and author of a new book - Solo Golf. Gary shares what inspired him to write Solo Golf and why spending time alone on the golf course can teach us lessons that extend far beyond the scorecard. Together, they explore how solitude helps us appreciate the game, develop patience, embrace the journey, and rediscover why we fell in love with golf in the first place. While this conversation steps outside the usual junior golf topics, it may be one of the most meaningful. Because the greatest gift we can give our kids isn't just a better golf swing...it's a lifelong love for the game.
In this powerful Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason sit down with former elite junior golfer turned comedian Diana Hong for one of the most honest conversations we’ve had about pressure, expectations, and identity in junior golf.Diana shares her journey from being one of the top young golfers in the country and earning an offer to play at Stanford University, to ultimately walking away from the game entirely after years of mounting pressure and burnout. What looked like success from the outside slowly became something much heavier behind the scenes.She opens up about the role family expectations played in her relationship with golf, how the game stopped being something she loved, and why stepping away ultimately led her toward comedy, self-discovery, and a healthier perspective on competition and achievement.Now, years later, Diana talks about reconnecting with golf in a completely different way...without the pressure, fear, and emotional weight that once defined it.This episode is both a success story and a cautionary tale. It’s an important conversation for junior golfers, parents, and anyone trying to balance ambition with happiness in youth sports.++++++++++++++++++++++++++Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!++++++++++++++++++++++++++More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Produced by Keida Mascarohttps://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/The Cave Podcast Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
In this Tiger Dads episode, Beau and Jason sit down with Keilee Bessho, head coach of Claremont-Mudd-Scripps Women’s Golf Team, for an eye-opening conversation about the different paths to playing college golf.While so many families focus on Division I, Keilee breaks down the real differences between D1 and D3 - on and off the course - including time commitment, development, recruiting, and overall student-athlete experience. She shares what coaches are actually looking for, how junior golfers can find the right fit, and why D3 can be an incredible (and often overlooked) option for competitive players.The guys also dig into what parents should be thinking about during the recruiting process, how to balance golf with academics, and how to keep long-term development and enjoyment at the center of the journey.If you’re navigating the path to college golf and trying to understand where your child fits, this episode is packed with clarity, perspective, and practical advice you won’t hear often enough. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
Season 2 is here...and Beau and Jason are kicking things off with a real, honest look back at what they’ve learned (and where they’re still messing it up). After a full season of conversations with players, coaches, and parents, the guys reflect on the biggest takeaways from Season 1- what actually moves the needle for junior golfers, what they’ve changed in their own approach, and what they’re trying to do better on and off the course.But… it wouldn’t be Tiger Dads without a few reality checks. They also share some recent “horror stories” of their own behavior - moments where, despite knowing better, they still fell into old habits as sports parents. It’s a reminder that this journey isn’t about being perfect...it’s about showing up, learning, and trying to be a little better each time.They wrap with what’s coming in Season 2 and some practical ways parents can manage emotions, reset perspective, and support their kids without adding pressure.If you’ve ever said “I won’t do that again”… and then did it...this episode is for you.++++++++++++++++++++++++++Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!++++++++++++++++++++++++++More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Produced by Keida Mascaro
In this Tiger Dads bonus episode, Jason tells the story of how he nearly ruined his daughter’s first tournament win...all because of one emotional moment on the final hole.What should have been a proud, unforgettable day almost got overshadowed by nerves, pressure, and a classic parent sideline spiral. Jason opens up about what was going through his mind, how quickly our own emotions can take over as parents, and why perspective matters so much in junior golf.It turns into a real conversation about learning to stay calm, letting kids own their moments, and remembering that the goal isn’t just winning, it’s helping them enjoy the game while they grow through it.If you’ve ever gotten a little too invested, too nervous, or too wrapped up in your child’s scorecard… this one will probably hit home.Let us know how you have handled these moments!
While the guys are preparing for Season 2, listen in to this BONUS episode of Tiger Dads, where Emmy and Beau sit down with Macy Pate and Chloe Kovelesky, teammates on Wake Forest Demon Deacons women's golf and current U.S. National Development Program athletes, for an inside look at what life is really like as a college golfer.They talk about the transition from elite junior golf to NCAA competition, what it means to be part of a true team in an individual sport, and how camaraderie can elevate both performance and enjoyment. From handling pressure in college events to balancing expectations, Macy and Chloe share honest insight into competing at the highest amateur levels.The players talk about practice drills, what they would have focused on more as juniors and the conversation also touches on Chloe's experience being on a TV show at 8 years old, building friendships through golf, and why loving the game is still the foundation - even when the stakes rise.If you’re a junior golfer dreaming of college golf, or a parent navigating the journey, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and real-world advice from athletes living it right now.Enjoy this bonus interview on location at the Curtis Cup team practices!
In this Tiger Dads bonus interview, the guys sit down with Catherine Park, standout for USC Women’s Golf, for a quick but insight-packed conversation about competing at the highest amateur levels.Catherine shares what it’s like representing the U.S. at the Curtis Cup, playing on the U.S. National Development Program team, and balancing fierce competition with genuine friendships, even among rivals. She talks about competing in front of crowds, handling pressure in team formats, and what changes when the stage gets bigger.And then Emmy gets into the mix as well asking Catherine about her routines, preparation, and yes… playing fast. It’s a fun, honest look at how elite college golfers think about tempo, focus, and staying ready when it’s your turn. Plus hyping up crowds with T-Shirt cannons, handshakes and club twirls.If you’re a junior golfer with college dreams, or a parent navigating elite development, this short bonus episode delivers perspective straight from someone living it right now.
In this Tiger Dads episode, we’re joined by world-renowned mental performance coach Rick Sessinghaus, best known for coaching major champion Collin Morikawa, for a deep and practical conversation every golf parent and junior needs to hear. Rick breaks down how parents can better support their junior golfer’s mental game, why stress shows up so strongly in competition, and how unrealistic expectations can quietly derail development. We talk about what healthy junior progress actually looks like, how parents can manage their own emotions during tournaments, and why staying calm is a skill that must be trained...just like a golf swing.Rick also shares insight into how Collin Morikawa approaches adversity, pressure, and setbacks, along with simple mental techniques juniors can use to stay focused, confident, and present during rounds. This episode is packed with actionable advice, mindset shifts, and mental game tools that help juniors compete freer...and help parents become a source of calm instead of pressure.If you care about long-term development, emotional resilience, and helping your junior golfer enjoy the game while performing their best, this is a must-listen episode. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads sit down with Hailey Borja to talk dads caddying, staying positive, keeping golf fun, and how the game can open doors way beyond the scorecard.Then Emmy takes over and gets Hailey talking cold-weather golf struggles, must-have golf swag, game-day snack power rankings, and a few golf moments she’d definitely like to erase.It’s laughs, lessons, and real talk — don’t miss this episode with Hailey Borja on The Tiger Dads Podcast. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Hailey! IG: More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads hit the road at the Epson Tour Championship ( @Epson-Tour ) and sit down with four time All-American, Arizona State alum and Epson Tour rookie Ashley Menne. Ashley talks maybe playing ping pong instead of golf, being an athlete first and playing with better players. She gives us some great advice about improving as a junior and developing your game for competitive levels. Then Ashley and co-host Emmy dish on guilty pleasure snacks, the pressure of playing at Augusta National and embarrassing golf moments. Don't miss Episode 10...on location with Ashley Menne from Indian Wells Resort with the Tiger Dads! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Ashley! IG: More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads hit the road at the Epson Tour Championship ( @Epson-Tour ) and sit down with Univ. of Oregon alum and new LPGA card holder Briana Chacon.Briana talks finding balance in her golf practice, not burning your kids out and being self-motivated. Then she spills the tea with Emmy discussing everything from favorite foods to mental golf tips.Don't miss Episode 09...on location with future LPGA star Briana Chacon from Indian Wells Resort with the Tiger Dads! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Jasmine! IG: https://www.instagram.com/bri.chac/ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads talk all about the importance of making friends on the golf course...for you and especially for your Junior golfers! We discuss the value of friendship and fun on the course and in practice and then get even more feedback from Epson Tour pro Kate Villegas. Kate talks about tour life and the necessity of having golf homies through her junior career, college and especially on the tour life grind. Don't miss Episode 08...and make friends with the Tiger Dads!++++++++++++++++++++++++++Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!++++++++++++++++++++++++++More Kate! IG: https://www.instagram.com/katievgs/More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/++++++++++++++++++++++++++++Produced by Keida Mascarohttps://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/Edited by Roxett PinedoThe Cave Podcast Studiohttps://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads are joined by college star and USC sophomore Jasmine Koo, ranked 3rd in the world last season! We talk all about starting junior tournaments, what are the right ages to start? What to look for and more! Jasmine shares about her junior career, leveraging golf to skip tutoring and the turns the tables and interviews Emmy... Don't miss Episode 07, our most in depth yet! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive.Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf.We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Jasmine! IG: https://www.instagram.com/jasm.nekoo/ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
The Tiger Dads are still on location at the Epson Tour Championship, and after interviews with Junior phenoms - and current tour pros - Amari Avery and Zoe Campos, Tiger Dads sits down with their Dads...for our first Tiger Dads DADS Roundtable! True Tiger Dads share with us what they learned from more than a decade of ups and downs in junior golf... Don't miss this great opportunity to learn from Dads who got their kids to the pros...and still have kids that like having them around. Enjoy this Bonus Content from the Epson Tour Championship! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive. Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf. We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett Pinedo The Cave Podcast Studio https://www.instagram.com/thecavepodcaststudio/
In this episode the Tiger Dads talk all about coaching - when to start your kids with proper instruction, how to pick a coach and how and when it might be time to change it up! The Dads are then joined by pro Brianna Navarrosa who is just finishing her rookie season on the Ladies European Tour. Brianna shares even more insight into coaching, competing and her experience as a junior before getting grilled by Emmy, our co-co host. The Dads then wrap up with some more embarrassing caddy stories...Don't miss Episode 04! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Welcome to Tiger Dads, the podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive. Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf. We make the mistakes...so you don't have to! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++ More Brianna! IG: https://www.instagram.com/brianna.navarrosa/ More Tiger Dads! IG: https://www.instagram.com/tigerdads.golf/ More Jason! IG: https://www.instagram.com/sklarbrothers/ More Beau! IG: https://www.instagram.com/beaubasse/ More Emmy! IG: https://www.instagram.com/emmylebasse/ ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Produced by Keida Mascaro https://www.instagram.com/keidamascaro/ Edited by Roxett PinedoThe Cave Podcast Studio https://keidamascaro.com/the-cave
First we talk about setting goals and realistic expectations for your junior golfer, then we have our first guest to the studio, LPGA pro Gabby Then! Gabby talks her unbelievable junior career, gives us a reading list, makes us feel bad about our own parenting and more!
Join us as we meet Jason and Beau, your hosts for Tiger Dads. The guys tell us about why they are launching this new podcast...what they hope to get out of it and what they hope to share, teach and learn along the way. Both share some stories and give a preview of what's to come in future episodes.
Tiger Dads the funniest podcast about junior golf IN THE WORLD!The podcast hacking the world of junior golf...because raising a golfer is hard and therapy is expensive. Hosted by junior golf dads Jason Sklar and Beau Basse, this podcast dives deep into the world of junior golf from both the parent and player perspective. Through honest conversations and personal stories - both successes and missteps - we explore the unique journey of building a junior golfer. Featuring interviews with pros, top amateur players, college coaches, celebrity guests and industry experts, each episode offers valuable insight into the do’s, don'ts, and downright wild moments of junior golf. We make the mistakes...so you don't have to!
