In this episode of the Cart Barn podcast, Janie Jackson shares her journey from a young golfer in Huntsville, Alabama, to a professional player on the Symetra Tour. She discusses her early experiences at Valley Hill and the Ledges, the lessons learned from playing with older golfers, and her transition to competitive high school golf. Janie reflects on her college recruitment process, her time at Arizona, and the challenges she faced on the Symetra Tour, including injuries that ultimately led her to reevaluate her professional career. Throughout the conversation, she emphasizes the importance of patience, the influence of her coach Mark Blackburn, and the impact of playing alongside top players like John Rahm and Max Homa. Janie concludes by discussing her current status in golf and her aspirations for the future.
Watch this on YouTube: https://youtu.be/fRlnLuosPxM
Keywords
Janie Jackson, golf, professional golfer, Symetra Tour, college golf, injuries, golf lessons, competitive spirit, golf training, women’s golf
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Janie Jackson
02:38 Early Golf Experiences and Life Lessons
05:17 High School Golf Career and Achievements
07:23 Transition to College Golf and Recruitment
10:16 College Experience at Alabama
12:32 Professional Journey and Challenges
15:24 Winning on the Symmetra Tour and COVID Impact
28:23 Journey to the Tour: Overcoming Challenges
29:49 Learning from the Best: Impact of Playing with Top Golfers
32:15 Innovative Practice: Using Trackman for Improvement
34:17 Desert Golf: The Advantage of Playing in Arizona
36:04 The Reality of Professional Golf: Earnings and Expenses
43:42 Injuries and Their Impact: A Professional’s Struggle
47:59 Memorable Moments: Making the Cut at LPGA Events
51:39 The Evolution of Golf: Technology and Training