After winning the Inter-Academic league and Pennsylvania Independent Schools Athletic Association (PAISAA) championships last year, the golf team has been excited to get back on the course and prepare for the season.
Varsity golf head coach Mr. Stephen Cloran recently reflected on the team’s goals as they approach the upcoming season.
“Repeating as Inter-Ac champions and PAISAA champions are not our primary goals. Our primary goals are to love the game, love the program, love each other, lock in every day on the golf course, and if we can accomplish those goals, we should be in a good position to three-peat and repeat,” Mr. Cloran said.
Widely known as a game of skill, golf requires intense patience and dedication. Knowing this, many students on the golf team worked hard over the summer to develop and continually improve their skills.
“Almost every boy in the program played in five or more summer tournaments to hone their golf skills and maintain their competitive spirit,” Mr. Cloran said.
Playing over the summer provides the students with even more experience on the golf course and helps them gain a competitive edge over the other teams in their league.
Mr. Cloran expressed his deep commitment and joy for coaching the team and his passion for the game.
“I just love being with the boys and my coaches. I try really hard not to forget to enjoy the challenge, the sport, and the relationships—to have fun.”
Mr. Stephen Cloran
“I just love being with the boys and my coaches. I try really hard not to forget to enjoy the challenge, the sport, and the relationships—to have fun,” he said.
This balanced approach not only helps Mr. Cloran with his coaching abilities, but also the members of the golf team by allowing them to stay relaxed, happy, and competitive.
“The boys are eager to perform day in and day out as best they can, both in practice and matches. The program has been built on this expectation and standard, and I make it abundantly clear that it’s our turn every day to love the program, love each other, and love the game,” Mr. Cloran said.