New Competitive Golfer (NCG) is a specialized program for developing golfers aged 12-17 led by Reg Millage, CPGA, one of Canada’s top golf coaches for juniors. NCG is a comprehensive and systematic approach to training, skill improvement and personal development for young golfers who are interested in exploring competitive golf or who have recently made golf their top summer sport priority. Both young men and women are welcome to participate.

Maturing into a champion both on and off the course is an exciting challenge for aspiring young athletes and their families. It takes considerable commitment, support, feedback and training. A professional coaching influence combined with effective training and practice is paramount in this process. New Competitive Golfer is a holistic approach to developing and nurturing adolescents so that they will mature into the finest golfers and most outstanding people possible. This specialized program presents committed athletes with an opportunity to realize their goals in both sport and life.

NCG is athlete and parent driven in that the activities and the direction of the program are steered by the players and their parents/guardians. The program has been proven extremely successful. Participating athletes experience tremendous growth as young adults and have achieved many outstanding feats as competitive golfers. NCG prepares participants for life as student-athletes at the university level. Many graduates of the program have successfully made the transition to university and are doing exceptionally well at outstanding post-secondary institutions in Canada and the United States.

What can participating athletes expect?

New Competitive Golfer athletes can expect:

• To have fun.
• Support and 100% commitment from lead coach Reg Millage.
• To improve as golfers, students and people.
• To be prepared to play their best golf.
• A professional coaching and training program that is adapted to meet their specific needs.
• To interact with other like-minded athletes and families.
• Honest and open two-way communication and feedback.
• Structured coaching, practice and training with a focus on core fundamentals; swing technique, fitness, nutrition, short-game proficiency, course management and mental skills.
• Preparation and guidance for life as a collegiate student-athlete and beyond.

• Are golf athletes motivated to improve to collegiate level golf and beyond.
• Are committed to being the best that they can be on and off the course.
• Take responsibility for their actions and are coachable.
• Do not abuse alcohol and/or illegal drugs.
• Have positive attitudes.
• Respect and honor the game.
• Give schooling top priority.
• Play for the love of the game and the challenges that it presents.

• Be committed to developing into all that they can be in all areas of life.
• Conduct themselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times.
• Respect the efforts of parents/guardians, coaches, golf officials, facility staff and sponsors at all times.
• Ask questions and seek support at any time and especially if confusion sets in or if personal problems arise off the course.
• Approach all relevant tasks: Academics, practice, play, fitness, nutrition and training like a champion.
• Continually learn and discover.
• Be honest with themselves and others at all times.
• Complete all post-round reports and assignments promptly.
• Have fun and enjoy the journey.

• Provide each child with unconditional love regardless of their performance in golf or academics.
• Communicate openly and candidly with the HB Golf Coaching Staff.
• Have a discussion with their child to find out exactly how they want parents to support them and act as golf parents.
• Interact with each child as a human being recognizing that golf is not who they are but rather an activity they enjoy and participate in.
• Support and encourage coaches and golf officials.
• Be educated on how to best help their child with the challenges that they face.
• Be aware of the common pitfalls into which many parents may inadvertently fall.

• Complete fundamentals and technique assessment.
• A customized Performance Plan – including goal setting and detailed coaching plan.
• Red Zone short game skills testing.
• TrackMan full game skills testing.
• Weekly private coaching sessions (30-minute technical and 30-minute supervised practice).
• Weekly Team Training Sessions (2-hour practice and skill development sessions).
• Bi-weekly on-course coaching and training sessions.
• Full equipment assessment and clubfitting using TrackMan launch monitor.
• Competition schedule planning and support.
• Shot By Shot online statistical comparative analysis program.
• Video swing analysis feedback.
• University planning and preparation for intercollegiate golf.