On the Mark Golf Podcast

Lessons from Legends of Golf Instruction with Kevin Prentice

Dec 22, 2025
Kevin Prentice, a former professional golfer turned instructor, shares an extraordinary journey from a lumber mill to the U.S. Open. His stories include transformative lessons from legends like Henry Picard and Alex Morrison, emphasizing swing principles, footwork, and posture. Prentice dispels modern golf myths, highlighting importance of understanding one’s unique swing. He offers gems about pitching as a foundation for full swings, and insights on adapting grip for control. Prepare for a treasure trove of timeless golf wisdom!
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ANECDOTE

Meeting The Legends On A Range

  • Kevin Prentice recounts meeting Jack Nicklaus, Jack Grout, Gardner Dickinson and Tony Penna at Frenchman's Creek while hitting balls on the range.
  • Tony Penna's first tip to him was blunt and simple: "Aim left, hit right."
ANECDOTE

From Lumber Mill To The U.S. Open

  • Kevin describes driving long distances from Montana to qualify for the U.S. Open and winning a sectional playoff to get in.
  • He practiced, caddied with a dishwasher, birdied clutch holes and earned a spot playing alongside Johnny Miller and Ray Floyd in practice rounds.
ADVICE

Teach Shaft Contact Before Anything Else

  • Henry Picard taught Kevin to train students to 'put the shaft up against the ball' before expecting them to play well.
  • Kevin says instructors who can't teach that basic contact shouldn't take students' money.
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