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