Episode 19: Kieran Vincent
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Summary In this conversation, Kieran Vincent shares his journey from qualifying for the LIV card to playing on the Liv Tour this year. He discusses the challenges and triumphs he experienced along the way, as well as the role of faith in his life and career. Kieran emphasizes the importance of staying grounded in God's word and maintaining a strong relationship with Him, even in the midst of success and travel. He also reflects on his college golf experience at Liberty University and the impact of his coaches and teammates on his faith and personal growth. In this conversation, Kieran Vincent discusses his performance metrics, physical attributes, and upcoming tournament. Takeaways Qualifying for the Liv Tour requires mental and physical endurance, as well as a strong support system.Maintaining a routine of prayer and Bible study is crucial for staying grounded in faith while traveling and competing.College golf provides a unique opportunity for personal and spiritual growth, with coaches and teammates playing a significant role in shaping character.Turning pro requires careful financial management and the support of sponsors and mentors.Setting goals and prioritizing time with God are essential for navigating the challenges and successes of a professional golf career. Performance metrics such as swing speed and ball speed are important indicators of a golfer's skill.Kieran Vincent has achieved a ball speed of up to 192 mph and club head speeds in the high twenties to early thirties.Despite weighing only 160 pounds, Kieran Vincent has impressive performance metrics.Kieran Vincent's first tournament is in Mexico next week.Chapters 00:00 Introductions 01:06 Qualifying for Live Card 02:09 Securing the Card 03:22 Pre-shot Routine 04:42 Support from Brother's Caddy 05:43 Growing Up in Zimbabwe 06:25 Golf in Zimbabwe 08:50 Choosing Liberty University 10:03 Transition to College Golf 11:37 Faith at Liberty University 12:00 Leadership and Impact 12:58 Challenges in College Golf 13:25 Shaping and Support from Coaches and Peers 15:29 Faith Background and Upbringing 17:33 Taking Ownership of Faith 18:27 Turning Pro and Financial Management 20:12 Traveling and Maintaining Faith 21:56 Prioritizing Time with God 24:15 Connecting with Believers on Tour 26:15 Playing on the Live Tour 29:35 Memorable Experience on the Live Tour 31:32 Setting Goals and Reading the Bible 37:20 Advice to Freshman Self 40:07 Favorite Meal of the Day 40:51 Favorite Memory from College Golf 41:47 Dream Golf Course to Play 42:09 Dream Foursome at Augusta 42:36 Performance Metrics 43:10 Physical Attributes 43:44 Upcoming Tournament
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