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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

Pre-Load Heavy Right on All Shots
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 27 April 2011
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A question was posted on the blog about pre-loading heavy right. The comment asked if the same setup should be used for both woods and irons. My answer to this? The ball doesn't know you switched... Read More
Inside the Ropes: The Heritage, Part 2
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 26 April 2011
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Yesterday, I gave you a look at DJ's front nine during his practice round at The Heritage Classic on Hilton Head Island. Today, I want to show you some more of his shots on the back nine. As you... Read More
Inside the Ropes: The Heritage
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 25 April 2011
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The Heritage has come to a close and provided the spectators with a lot of drama over the weekend. I decided to share some inside coverage we shot earlier in the week from the beautiful Harbour... Read More
Importance of Ball Position
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 23 April 2011
Comments: 273
At a recent Swing Surgeon Golf School, two of my students were positioning the ball way back in their stance. Where you position the ball is crucial to your setup. And remember, "the setup... Read More
Bonus Daily: PGA Tour Interview with DJ
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 April 2011
Comments: 65
The PGA Tour Network interviewed DJ after his his second round 67.
Cactus Drill for Proper Elbow Position
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 April 2011
Comments: 141
Today's lesson is about elbow position. We want our elbows to be parallel to the ground at the top of our backswing and forward upswing. Some coaches teach that you should flare your right elbow in... Read More
Wednesday at The Heritage
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 21 April 2011
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Yesterday, DJ played in the pro-am tournament and hit the ball extremely well. Take a look for yourself, as we captured DJ's swings on video. DJ has said that playing so poorly to start the year... Read More
Tuesday at The Heritage
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 20 April 2011
Comments: 110
I walked 18 holes with DJ as he played his practice round Tuesday. The course is in magnificent shape and there's nothing better than coming home! DJ talks about how he has recently rededicated... Read More
Posture is Key On a Downhill Stance
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 19 April 2011
Comments: 148
One of our bloggers was curious as to how to approach a shot when you have a downhill stance. The key? Posture! Whenever I find myself on a downhill lie, or uphill for that matter, I always... Read More
Importance of the Right Hand
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 17 April 2011
Comments: 97
When trying to keep it vertical, the right hand plays an integral role. The right hand is what controls whether or not you end up going vertical or deep into the sacred burial ground. On both your... Read More