Christa Teno, 5 time National Championship Coach at Seminole state and Allison Seitz

What this episode covers

<div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub e1de0imv0"><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">In this conversation, Trent Roberts hosts Christa Teno, head women's coach at Seminole State, and Allison Seitz, a freshman golfer. They discuss Allison's recruiting journey, the advantages of junior college golf, and the importance of mental training in player development. Coach Teno shares her coaching philosophy, the resources available at Seminole State, and her journey to becoming a coach. The discussion highlights the significance of building relationships in college golf and the opportunities available for student-athletes in junior college programs.</span></div> <div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub e1de0imv0"><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-headingXSmall css-1mp1p0p e1de0imv0">takeaways</span> <ul class="css-h4c1sf"> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Allison realized her potential for college golf in her sophomore year.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Junior college offers a second chance for student-athletes to improve academically and athletically.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Mental training is crucial for golfers to build confidence and performance.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Coach Teno emphasizes individualized coaching for each player.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Building relationships with other coaches is key for recruiting and opportunities.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">The competitive schedule at Seminole State helps players get noticed by D1 and D2 schools.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Allison's growth in mental game has transformed her performance on the course.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">The importance of direct comparisons in tournaments for player confidence.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Coach Teno's journey from LPGA player to coach has shaped her coaching style.</span></li> <li><span class="MuiTypography-root MuiTypography-bodyMedium css-9y6kil e1de0imv0">Junior college can be a viable path for talented players who may not be seen by D1 programs.</span></li> </ul> <div class="MuiButtonBase-root MuiButton-root MuiButton-text MuiButton-textPrimary MuiButton-sizeMedium MuiButton-textSizeMedium MuiButton-disableElevation note-copy e1de0imv0 css-hbgqow"> </div> </div> <div class="notesWrapper MuiBox-root css-1hgpvub e1de0imv0"> </div>