Q. What was the most rewarding of your experience in training this for juniors?
A. The most rewarding part in training Juniors for me is that I am being able to
give back something to the sport. Golf has given me so much In life that I would do anything to give something back to sport. This feeling Is the most amazing one.
Q. How is India’s junior talent looking right now?
A. All juniors are so talented. Most importantly they are so passionate about the game. To succeed in any field one has to be passionate about it. Juniors today have many more facilities, opportunities, the support of their parents etc. All these elements are very important for a child to succeed in life. The outlook towards golf and sports in general has changed.
Vani Kapoor on growing the game, focussing on juniors
Golf is now being looked upon as a career option. The number of junior golfers have increased over the past few years with some amazing junior golfers coming up with some good results! Showing that India has a very bright future ahead.
Q.They say womens and junior golf are the key to growing the game – your thoughts?
A. Yes women and Junior golfers are the key for growing the game as men have already reached a saturation point whereas women’s golf has yet to grow in our country. There is a lot of scope. For Junior golfers they are our future. They are going to take golf forward and keep the legacy going.
Q. How do you perceive the future of golf in India among the youth?
A. The future of Junior golf is looking very promising.They have the right combination to success. Golf is now been seen as a career option that breaks half the problem. The facilities such as coaching, fitness Psychologist, ranges , golf courses etc available today are getting better and better. Most importantly. There is support coming in from the parents with which nothing is possible.
