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Barry Plummer

I'm A New Dad (Of Twins)... Here Are My 4 Top Tips For Balancing Fatherhood And Golf

Barry Plummer hitting a tee shot on a par-3 hole at La Cala Golf Resort in Spain and an inset image of Barry Plummer practicing his putting at home using a putting mat in front of his two baby twins boys.

There are actually lots of similarities between being a new dad and an amateur golfer. Each demands plenty of your time and attention, they both require an abundance of patience and at times either can be quite expensive.

While often significant, the pressure you feel on the golf course is nothing in comparison to the responsibility of being a father, so being the best version of yourself at home and on the golf course relies on a finely drawn balance.

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