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| Coach Suckki Jang |
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| Kyle and Coach Jang at Hank Haney Golf Ranch |
Kyle is currently coached by Coach Suckki Jang at the
Hank Haney Golf Ranch at Vista Ridge. Coach Jang has worked hard with Kyle and Paul, fine-tuning Kyle's golfing game
with great success. Using the latest in video technology - Kyle sees immediately what is needed with driving, chipping
and putting. Coach Jang made Kyle a member at the Golf Ranch and his support and encouagement have been a wonderful
motivator. He has incredible vision and passion and we look forward to many years of tutelage as Kyle advances up the
ranks of Junior Golf. The
video monitor shows Kyle with perfect swing plane. The computer progam allows them to analyze Kyle's swing and show
him exactly how his form is throughout. It has been invaluable for Kyle to see exactly how his mechanics should be.
It is also used to time Kyle's swing and measure the tempo at four different points in the swing. Kyle's tempo is at
the same level as professional golfers. If you watch the Hank Haney Project on the Golf Channel, you can see Hank use this with Charles Barkley and
Ray Romano, with Coach Jang in the background running the computer.
You can see more of Kyle and Coach Suckki Jang at the Hank Haney
Web Site. Check out the Junior Development as well as Blogs/Forums.
Click on the link below:
Link to Hank Haney Golf
Junior Development - Dallas, TX
Hank Haney Golf offers several golf development programs, clinics and lessons for junior golfers of any ability
level, from ages 6-15. These coed programs introduce kids to the great game of golf, develop solid swing fundamentals and
build confidence. Hank Haney Jr. Golf Development programs are dedicated to the overall growth and success of young men and
women and most of all encourage a fun experience!
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| Kyle's swing plane - Perfect! |
Universal Golf Solutions (UGS) Southwest Junior Championships Partners with the PGA Tour Superstore
The Southwest Junior Championships are quickly establishing itself as a leader
in the junior golf community. With the top level courses they've acquired, industry leading sponsors, and great player
bags and awards to be given out, their events are sure to provide a Major Championship level experience to golfers 8
- 18. They have started a tradition of offering the best prizes and player benefits to make theirs truly special
event. The Southwest Junior Championships are 2-3 day events and all age groups except the Girls 8-9 play 18 holes each day. AJGA
exemptions are awarded and the tournaments are Junior Golfworld and Golfweek Ranked and follow NCAA guidelines. After starting with the Southwest Junior Open, held in conjunction with the PGA's British Open, their Junior Championship at
Belmar GC in Norman, OK, Lone Star Memorial over Memorial Day weekend, and the Winter Open at Barton Creek in Austin, they
are now having events in other states. In April 2011, a Junior Masters in Atlanta to coincide
with the Masters in Augusta. There will be major events in Phoenix, Arizona, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina and Naples,
Florida. Please visit the website for all the exciting news and incredible tee
gifts and raffle prizes. The raffle is truly phenomenal with prizes from Southwest Putting Greens, AT&T, Samsung,
TaylorMade, Adidias, Bushness, and of course, The PGA Superstore. Link to Southwest Junior Golf Championships
THE
INSTITUTE FOR GOLF FITNESS Where Golf and Fitness Meet
In 2009, Kyle began working with Chris Owenby at
the Golden Bear Golf Center. Chris
is the Golf condtioning specialist. and he is certified by the Titleist Performance Institute and combined with his
own education in nutrition and health, and his understanding of the specific needs of the golfer, he is the perfect addition
to Kyle's training. We can't
stress strongly enough, the importance of Chris' influence on Kyle and we highly recommend you incorporate his golf fitness
in your junior golfer. If you can't come to Golden Bear Golf Center - please go to his website. He has DVD's available
for you as well as other valuable information. Chris provides golfers of all ages with a safe array of exercises and stretching routines designed to increase strength, flexibility and improve balance. The improvement is
visible and since no fancy equipment is involved, it is easy to continue the workout at home and when we travel to tournaments. Thanks Chris!!!
Click on the link below:
Link to The Institute for Golf Fitness
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| Kyle works with Chris to strengthen the core |
When Kyle was only 3, he began working with Coach Wesley Francis,
when he was the golf pro at Riverchase Golf Club in Coppell. Wesley's unending patience with junior golfers is one of
his strengths and he has been not only Kyle's coach, but I am honored to say Friend. He has supported Kyle at every
level, including travelling with Paul and Kyle to his first World Championship in Williamsburg, W. Va in 2005, where he was
the highest ranked 5 yo in the 6 & Under Division after only 2 years of coaching.
Wesley continues to
train junior golfers and knows what it takes to get them tournament ready. US Kids allows golfers to begin competing
at age 6, getting invaluable experience and the sense of accomplishment that will last a lifetime. Check out his
website for more information. Coach Wesley can be found at the Golden Bear Golf Center in Carrollton, TX.
| Kyle and Coach Wesley Francis |
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| Coach and Friend Wesley Francis |
If you click on the link to Wesley's
site, on the left hand side, under the link list is the video they shot for Cartoon Network. Kyle was selected as one
of the top 16 finalists for Cartoon Networks search for America's Most Talented. Although he didn't make the
top final 6, the video was broadcast nationally and seen by many.
The link below takes you
to Wesley's site. Scroll down to the screen under "Helpful Links"
and you can see the video shot by Cartoon Network in December 2006.
Check
it out the 2 minute clip and watch the fun.
Link to Coach Wesley Francis
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| Instructor Kevin Johnson |
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| Paul - Kyle and Kevin Johnson |
Meet Instructor Kevin Johnson of the Texas Junior Golf Academy and as of
October 2008, the US Kids Local Tour Director. We're happy to say we've known him since 2004. He gave Kyle
his second and third trophies when Kyle was only 4 years old. We will always be grateful to him for allowing Kyle to
compete, even though he was so young at the time. The experience was invaluable. Kevin is passionate about his
junior golfers and has been named a U.S. Kids Golf Top 50 Instructor. As of 2010 Kevin is now one
of only 2 Texas instructors to be designated a US Kids Golf Master Instructor! These
Master Kids Teachers are honored for their perpetual efforts in growing the game of kid's golf. These individuals have
won the Top 50 Kids Teacher Award three or more times, earning the recognition as Master Kids Teachers by U.S. Kids Golf!!!Way
to go Kevin!!! Click
on the link below:
Link to Kevin Johnson - Instructor Texas Junior Golf Academy & Local USKids Golf Tour
Here, in Texas, the Junior
Golfer can join the NTPGA and start on the Prep level and advance to Medalist. The Prep level has age 7 - 9 group, that Kyle
joined at age 5 with an exemption and recommendations by his Coach. Recently, they have offered more divisions, allowing
for various age groups at various skills levels. They offer many tournaments year round, including Tour Championships and
Player of the Year awards. Membership includes admission to the Byron Nelson and Colonial PGA events.
Click on the link below:
Link to North Texas PGA Junior Foundation
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