(Season 1: Episode 6) The class of Valparaiso, Indiana joined hosts Jason and Alli Wiertel to talk family golf, the USGA Junior AM, their short game practice focus, and what its like to be recruited by monster D1 golf programs at the ripe age of 13! John, Kennedy, Aiden Gutierrez (and of course mom Sara), truly are a TOP "TIER" family. Their patient approach and even keel demeanor is an example for juniors, coaches, and all families across the golf landscape. Hit play on this podcast, sit back on a drive or during a spring cleaning session, and enjoy the perspective of a unit that is doing it the right way.... for the right reasons!

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Valpo's Top "Tier" Family with John, Aiden, & Kennedy Gutierrez

(Season 1: Episode 5) Justin Wyeth joined hosts Alli & Jason Wiertel at legendary Rich Harvest Farms (Sugar Grove, IL) to discuss his approach to coaching at all levels, competition in both the junior and collegiate ranks, and his secret to balancing the many roles he has taken on in the game of golf. Justin is the Head Coach of both Mens & Women’s golf at Aurora University, the US Kids Golf Chicago Tour Director, Assistant GM at Blackberry Oaks, and a junior golf coach at the Chad Johansen Golf Academy. He brings a refreshing and energetic perspective, and his tireless pursuit in the golf world has made him a unique ambassador of the game.

IF DA HAT FITS... WEAR IT! with Justin Wyeth

(Season 1: Episode 4) Just off the campus of the University of Notre Dame sits Warren Golf Course, the home of the men's and women's Fighting Irish golf squads.  The course hosted the 2019 USGA Senior Open, and its also boasts the Robert and Marilyn Rolfs Family All-Season Varsity Golf Facility, a $2.1 million 10,333-square foot facility. Grow the Grind hosts Alli & Jason Wiertel had the unique privilege to tour the venue while taking in some Irish golf history before a memorable chat with Notre Dame freshman sensation, Lauren Beaudreau. The Benet Academy (Lisle, IL) graduate was an absolute delight. Episode 4 of Grow the Grind details Lauren's historic junior golf career, recruiting process, college work load, and outlines her career path through AJGA to a D1 full ride. Lauren's mature perspective, tireless work ethic, and ability to detail her own swing and practice process makes this episode an educational resource for golfers around the world. 

The ☘️Fighting Irish☘️ Grind is REAL with ND #1 Lauren Beaudreau

South African born PGA professional Warren Schutte joined Jason & Alli Wiertel to share his astounding golf journey and expert perspective on Episode 3 of Grow the Grind. The former UNLV Running Rebel was an NCAA Individual National Champion, Masters participant (with Mr. Palmer), and currently runs the Warren Schutte Players Academy in Litchfield Park, Arizona.  Joining Warren throughout the hour long segment, is his golf prodigy daughter Abbey. The 15-year-old phenom has built an impressive junior golf resume over the past few years, and continues to pave her own way in the sport that has brought so much the Schutte Family over the decades. Warren & Abbey are absolutely sensational on any golf course, but they shine even brighter as people off of it. Their welcoming message of patience, work ethic, and enjoying the GRIND is a lesson for all to hear. 

From The Masters with Arnie & Jack to Proud #GirlGolfDad, with Warren & Abbey Schutte

Episode 2 (Season 1) of the Grow the Grind Podcast, LIVE from US Kids Headquarters! Hosts Alli & Jason Wiertel touch base with US Kids Golf Senior Director of Marketing and Communication to discuss his perspective on successful player/parent caddie relationships and much more. John Kim has spent 25 years in the golf industry, he has spent time in the war room with Ryder Cup Captains, hosted and announced the US Kids Golf World Championship Parade of Nations, and is avid and successful amateur golfer. John offers a uniquely unbiased perspective on the junior golf landscape, and is an absolute wealth of knowledge. 

Live from US Kids Golf HQ with John Kim

The inaugural Grow the Grind podcast was recorded under the bubble at Mistwood Golf Dome in Bolingbrook, IL. 11 year old Junior golfer Reese Wallace and her Daddy Caddie Nick joined Alli & Jason Wiertel to discuss the ROAD TO AUGUSTA NATIONAL, Golf Channels upcoming featured spotlight segment, World Championship events, practice dedication, tournament travels, and so much more. 

Augusta National Bound, The Grind Is Worth It with Reese & Nick Wallace

Hello golf world!!! Here is a brief rundown of what to expect from the Grow the Grind Podcast.  11 year old junior golfer Alli Wiertel and her Daddy Caddie, Jason Wiertel discuss the grind that is golf with guests from around the junior and professional golf scene. Grow the Grind offers insight and perspective from golf parents, elite junior golfers, collegiate athletes, PGA professionals. LPGA stars, and golf nuts who continue to work at, love, and improve their game day in and day out without burning out. Uncover the process that creates the greatest junior and professional golfers in the world, and Grow the Grind.

Grow the Grind Podcast: Synopsis

11 year old junior golfer Alli Wiertel and her Daddy Caddie, Jason Wiertel discuss the grind that is golf with guests from around the junior and professional golf scene. Grow the Grind offers insight and perspective from golf parents, elite junior golfers, collegiate athletes, PGA professionals. LPGA stars, and golf nuts who continue to work at, love, and improve their game day in and day out without burning out. Uncover the process that creates the greatest junior and professional golfers in the world, and Grow the Grind.

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