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Donald Trahan Sr., The Swing Surgeon
Authored by: Brady
Posted on: 20 July 2024
Comments: 46

 

Don Trahan was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts. His father introduced him to the game of golf when he was ten years old. By the age of twelve, Don was a scratch golfer and a member of New Bedford Public Links, now called Whaling City Golf Club (known as The Whale).

Don graduated from Bishop Stang Catholic High School in 1967. He was the top player on the high school golf team all four years he attended. Trahan then attended Southeastern Massachusetts University (Now University of Massachusetts, North Dartmouth) where he was again the top player on the golf team all four years he attended. He is a member of Delta Kappa Phi fraternity. He graduated in 1971 with a double major in political science and history with plans to become a corporate attorney.

Trahan met his wife, Susan, while attending college. The two married in 1973 and moved to Port Orange, Florida where Don would begin his effort to obtain his PGA Tour Card. From there, Don took an... Read More

How to Gain More Distance
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 10 May 2011
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We had a question on the blog asking how tucking the right elbow could help gain distance. I'm here to tell you that tucking your right elbow will most certainly not help you gain distance. It... Read More
Tribute to Seve Ballesteros
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 8 May 2011
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As you may have heard, one of the greatest players to ever play the game has passed away. I'd like to share a few stories about Seve Ballesteros and pay tribute to him in today's daily. Seve was... Read More
Club Position at Address
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 7 May 2011
Comments: 130
Our Director of Club Fitting, Doc Griffin, makes a house call to discuss some questions regarding the best position for the club at address. As Doc explains, a club is designed so that the sole lays... Read More
Proper Knee Bend
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 5 May 2011
Comments: 149
I was asked to explain what the proper amount of knee bend should look like in the Surge Swing. Your legs are your foundation, so it's important to have all the right elements in place before you... Read More
Uphill and Downhill Lies
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 4 May 2011
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I recently discussed how to approach a shot when you are faced with a downhill lie. I received a question on the blog so I thought I'd revisit the issue in today's daily. There is more to think... Read More
The Surge's Notebook
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 3 May 2011
Comments: 83
What good are our swing thoughts if we can't remember them? If you stumble upon something on the range, write it down and keep it with you. Before a tournament a few years back, I came across a... Read More
Quantity vs. Quality
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 2 May 2011
Comments: 146
Since I believe practice is so important to becoming a better golfer, I've spent the last few days discussing what we should be taking away from the driving range. One blogger gave us a great tip... Read More
Proper Swing Thoughts
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 1 May 2011
Comments: 153
What should you be thinking about on the driving range? Should they be the same thoughts as when your out on the course? I think in order to effectively utilize the Surge Swing, you always have to... Read More
Putting Drill from The PGA Tour
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 29 April 2011
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I came across a very unique putting drill during my time at The Heritage Classic on Hilton Head Island. I think it really stresses the idea of practicing with a purpose. After one of DJ's practice... Read More
Check Your Grips!
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 28 April 2011
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We all know that your grip is very important when playing golf. But, your grips are just as important. If your grips are worn or not put on correctly, they can really mess with your game. Recently... Read More