In this episode of Birdiecast, host Leslie Cloots interviews Betsy Kelly, a professional golfer chasing her dream of making the LPGA Tour. They discuss Betsy's background in golf, including playing junior and college golf, as well as the financial realities of playing professionally. Betsy shares her journey with health, fitness and overcoming an eating disorder, and how she has used fitness to transform her game.
In this episode of Birdiecast, Leslie Cloots interviews professional golfer Aditi Ashok from India. Aditi shares her journey to becoming a professional golfer, including qualifying for the Olympics at just 18 years old. She provides insight into growing up playing golf in India and the challenges she faced early on trying to compete at an elite international level. Aditi also discusses her training regimen, golf practice routines, overcoming setbacks, and strategies for improvement.
In this episode of Birdiecast, hosts Leslie Cloots and Maia Schechter catch up after a hiatus and share updates on their golf careers. They discuss Maia's incredible transition from professional golf to pursuing a career in medicine. Discover her experiences on the LPGA tour, the reasons behind the decision to step away from golf, and current path towards becoming a doctor. Gain insights into Leslie's off-season, tournament plans, and newfound passion for golf coaching.