The Formula That Built One of America's Best Junior Golf Programs

Season 2, Episode 11 – In this special episode of The Hill Unscripted, Bob Kitchen sits down with his father, Rich Kitchen—known to thousands simply as “The Pro.”

With 51 years of experience at Maple Hill Golf and back-to-back National PGA Player Development Awards, Rich shares the philosophy that has helped introduce thousands of children and adults to the game.

Topics include:

• How Maple Hill's junior golf programs work
• Why kids learn differently than adults
• The secret to making golf fun instead of frustrating
• Pee-Wee, Junior Development, and Academy programs explained
• The famous "Bucket A Day" program that gives juniors free range balls all year
• Why Rich filled in every bunker when Maple Hill opened
• Adult beginner clinics and common mistakes new golfers make
• Why golf can be enjoyed at any age
• The lessons Rich has learned after more than five decades teaching the game

Whether you're a parent looking to get your child started, an adult thinking about learning golf, or simply love hearing stories from one of the most respected golf professionals in the country, this episode is packed with insights, laughs, and timeless golf wisdom.

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