Jim sits down with PGA Tour professional Hayden Springer to discuss his journey through professional golf and the profound impact of his daughter Sage's life on him, his family and others familiar with her life's story. The conversation explores Hayden’s development from junior golf in Texas to competing on the PGA Tour and the personal resilience that has shaped his career.
Hayden reflects on the lessons learned between his first and second years on tour, including the importance of experience, course management, and short game mastery. He shares stories from his standout moments, including shooting a rare 59 at TPC Deere Run and a recent strong finish at Torrey Pines, and the role that confidence and process have played in his progression.
The heart of the episode centers around Sage Springer, Hayden and his wife Emma’s daughter born with Trisomy 18. Despite devastating medical predictions, Sage lived for over three years, inspiring countless people with her joy and strength. Hayden opens up about the life lessons, deepened faith, and strengthened family bonds that Sage brought into their lives.
The Springers’ journey also led them to create the Extra To Love Foundation, which supports families navigating Trisomy 18 and Trisomy 13 diagnoses. Hayden shares how Sage’s spirit continues to drive his purpose on and off the course.
In Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis, Andrew & Jim discuss the importance of staying rooted to a "home base", as demonstrated by recent successes from Justin Thomas and Scottie Scheffler.
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Guest: Hayden Springer (@haydenspringer14; @extratolove)
Host: Jim Colton (@drivengolfanalytics) & Andrew Lewis (@andrewlewisgolf)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
Music: "Extra to Love (Sage's Song)" by DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab)
