Ep 165 - Beating Professionals as a Teenager: Lessons from Mia Hammond’s Epson Tour Win

In this episode of the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I’m joined by one of the most exciting young talents in golf, Mia Hammond, who made headlines by winning on the Epson Tour as an amateur while still a teenager. We dive deep into what that week really felt like, how competing — and winning — against professionals changed her mindset, and what happened when she returned to regular junior events afterward. Did junior golf suddenly feel easier, or did new pressures emerge? Mia shares honest insights into how she practices, how she handles nerves under pressure, and what she believes mattered most in her development as a junior golfer. We also talk about the role her dad played in her journey, how parents can best support their kids without adding pressure, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. The conversation finishes with Mia’s college commitment, the challenges she expects moving into college golf, how she’s preparing for the next level, and her advice for junior golfers chasing big goals. This is a must-listen episode for junior golfers, parents, and coaches who want real-world insight into elite junior development, competing under pressure, and what it truly takes to move to the next level.We thank Titleist - The number 1 brand in golf for their continued support of the YGP Podcast!🚨 Podcast Partner: TRUE PROTEINI’m proud to partner with TRUE PROTEIN, the go-to supplement brand trusted by elite athletes and weekend warriors alike. Whether you’re on the course, in the gym, or grinding through practice, TRUE’s clean, high-quality formulas will help fuel your performance and recovery.👉 Use code TRUEYGP at checkout for $25 off any order over $100(new customers).Follow Brent on Instagram Instagram ProfileFollow Brent on X/Twitter ProfileDraw More Circles! The new data analytics partner of the show - email [email protected] to secure my current packages which includes monthly video calls and practice plans..