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Donald Trahan Sr., The Swing Surgeon
Authored by: Brady
Posted on: 20 July 2024
Comments: 43

 

Don Trahan was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts. His father introduced him to the game of golf when he was ten years old. By the age of twelve, Don was a scratch golfer and a member of New Bedford Public Links, now called Whaling City Golf Club (known as The Whale).

Don graduated from Bishop Stang Catholic High School in 1967. He was the top player on the high school golf team all four years he attended. Trahan then attended Southeastern Massachusetts University (Now University of Massachusetts, North Dartmouth) where he was again the top player on the golf team all four years he attended. He is a member of Delta Kappa Phi fraternity. He graduated in 1971 with a double major in political science and history with plans to become a corporate attorney.

Trahan met his wife, Susan, while attending college. The two married in 1973 and moved to Port Orange, Florida where Don would begin his effort to obtain his PGA Tour Card. From there, Don took an... Read More

With Tiger Woods Out, Who Will Win the 2014 Masters Tournament?
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 8 April 2014
Comments: 20
It's that time of year again! The azaleas are in bloom at Augusta, which means the week of The Masters Tournament is finally here. For many fans, this is the most exciting time of the golf season.... Read More
Club Fitting Testimonials
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 5 April 2014
Comments: 19
As The Masters quickly approaches, the unofficial start of the 2014 golf season is upon many of you. That means getting the clubs out of the basement or garage, dusting them off, and hitting the... Read More
Colin Montgomerie is Vertical
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 3 April 2014
Comments: 7
Colin Montgomerie is one of the greatest European players to have ever played the game. He was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame last year and has since made his transition to the Champions... Read More
Alignment: Check Your Toes
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 29 March 2014
Comments: 13
I recently returned from another successful group of golf schools. I really enjoy the interaction I have with my students, and this trip had some really terrific people. But, the important thing... Read More
Gary Player Short Game Quote
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 27 March 2014
Comments: 17
Many golfers are more concerned with hitting the ball long than working on their short game. But, what they don't realize is that your short game is the key to shooting lower scores. The woods are... Read More
Junior Golf Blueprint for Success
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 25 March 2014
Comments: 2
Many golfers who find the Peak Performance Golf Swing do so because they are searching for a way to play golf pain free. After finding the swing, a lot of Surgites mention that they wish they would... Read More
Club Goes Where Hands Go
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 22 March 2014
Comments: 11
For today's daily video, I'm going to share a great swing thought that was sent in from a Surgite. John Borgas had been having some trouble with the concepts of taking the club back into the catcher'... Read More
Throwback Thursday: A Good Release is a Controlled Release
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 20 March 2014
Comments: 3
I'm busy putting together a whole batch of new daily videos for the Surge Nation, so today I thought I'd share an oldie but a goodie! Back before I had my "Backyard Driving Range," there was the "... Read More
Balance is Key from Start to Finish
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 16 March 2014
Comments: 8
From the beginning of your swing to the moment you recoil and relax, your balance should never waver. If you maintain this dynamic balance throughout your swing, there is a good chance you probably... Read More
Golfer Has Success With PPGS After Surgery Causes Long Layoff
Authored by: Don Trahan
Posted on: 15 March 2014
Comments: 1
With The Masters less than a month away, it means the 2014 golf season will soon be in full swing for many Surgites who live in colder regions. That means a lot of you will be playing golf for the... Read More