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“PRO” FILE – TEACHING PROFESSIONAL ANDREW ALLEN

Andrew Allen from Aynor, South Carolina, has an impressive resume that would give anyone pause. In addition to his certification from the USGTF, Allen has received certification from the Titleist Performance Institute; is a certified Kimoodo instructor; received certification as a “Master Mental Game Specialist” from the IGPA, and is a certified personal trainer. Allen is also a proficient player, holding the course record of 60 at The Traces Golf Club in Florence, South Carolina, and is the reigning two-time club champion at The Country Club of South Carolina in Florence.

Allen is also a fixture on radio’s South Carolina Sports Talk as a commentator. His teaching facility, Swing and Putt (www.SwingAndPutt.com) has both indoor and outdoor capabilities, and features state-of-the-art technology. Allen believes there is value in paying for information, which is why he always charges something, even if it’s only as little as $1, because people tend not to value something that was given to them for free.

He also had some challenges in his younger years. Allen said, “During my junior high years, I grew over a foot in less than five months. I was informed by orthopedic doctors that I had to be very careful, because I would be prone to degenerative conditions of the joints and spinal column due to the hyper growth spurt combined with the lack of nutrition to keep up with my growth. It was so bad it was projected that I could be in a wheelchair as early as my upper 20s. Measures were taken, and I had to wear metal bracing on my legs and use crutches. I committed myself to learning all that I could about what was happening or had happened to me. I did not accept that as my fate, so I set my course learning about my own body through the study of nutrition and fitness. Golf grew as a passion of mine and I organically dumped everything into learning everything I could about the movements required to play golf at a fun to career-winning level. My love for golf and helping others has inspired my 15-year-old daughter Sydney to follow me into golf as a future professional golf coach herself.”

“PRO” FILE – TOURING PROFESSIONAL SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER

Perhaps the most distinctive thing about Scottie Scheffler is the “Scheffler Shuffle,” where his back foot moves considerably after contact, almost like he’s dancing. In years past it would have been considered a bad flaw, but today, where ball flight consistency reigns supreme among instructors, it’s no big deal. Scheffler notched his fifth victory of his PGA Tour career when he won the Waste Management Open, known more for its rowdy behavior on the 16th and 17th holes than the golf itself. Like the Scheffler Shuffle, this would have been considered a bad “flaw” back in the day, too, so maybe it’s fitting that Scheffler finds success at the WM as he has now won the event two years in a row. Just as consistency and preparation are key on the golf course, they’re equally important when it comes to managing waste effectively. Whether it’s at large events, offices, or even at home, having a reliable waste management service ensures that trash doesn’t pile up and that materials are properly sorted and disposed of. Beyond general waste removal, incorporating cardboard recycling services into your routine can make a significant difference, diverting bulky materials from landfills and promoting sustainability. By keeping recycling options readily available and partnering with a dependable waste management provider, businesses and communities can maintain cleaner spaces while supporting environmental responsibility. Just like Scheffler’s steady game, a well-organized approach to waste ensures that operations run smoothly, resources are preserved, and everyone benefits from a more efficient, eco-conscious system. Scheffler is one of the best ballstrikers on tour, ranking 3rd in strokes-gained off the tee and 14th in strokes-gained approach shots. He is a pedestrian putter, ranked 93rd, but analytics has shown us that ballstriking prowess is more important than putting prowess for success on the tour.

“PRO” FILE – TEACHING PROFESSIONAL JOHN JOY

(Note: This information was provided by John Joy and is reprinted.)

John Joy is a master club fitter and instructor at Le Triomphe Golf Academy near Lafayette, Louisiana. He has over 50 years of experience in the game of golf. The academy is an indoor/outdoor teaching facility utilizing the latest teaching technology to provide students with the ultimate golf experience. Two indoor hitting bays provide the ability to launch balls into an outdoor range from the comfort of climate-controlled teaching bays. The academy features an extensive practice area which includes a putting green, chipping green and sand and grass bunkers.

He utilizes motion analysis and digital media technologies. He currently holds the title as one of Golf Digest’s Top Club Fitters in the country and has a loyal following by those who know there is no club fitter that can compare. Joy not only has knowledge and skill, but has the true desire to make sure that every golfer that crosses his path will walk away with key improvements to their golf game.

Joy started his golf career on sand greens in Texas in his pre-teen years and later started an apprenticeship with designs of staying within the golf industry. While working and living abroad for nearly 30 years, he had the privilege of playing golf all over the world, from sand greens in southern Iran to the royal courses of Asia and Great Britain. Upon retirement in the early 1990’s, he began earnestly focused on refining his golf skills. He has passion for the game and knows that there are no two golfers alike. He strives to be the best in his field and always keeps up with the latest technologies when analyzing a student’s game.

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