About this episode
💚 Episode Overview Today's episode is one of those feel-good conversations that remind you why golf is so much more than a game. Golf has a beautiful way of weaving people together — parents and kids, blended families, coaches, and friends — and today we celebrate that magic. We're joined by two incredible guests who represent everything this theme is about: Ray, assistant coach for the Higley Girls Golf Team, and his daughter Ayla, our talented sophomore player whose calm energy and joyful spirit light up the course. Their family's story is a perfect example of how golf builds connection, confidence, and lifelong memories. 🏌️♀️ Meet Our Guests Ray – Assistant Coach for Higley Girls Golf. A dedicated dad and passionate golfer who turned a family hobby into a shared love. He shares how the game has shaped his parenting and brought his family closer together. Ayla - A sophomore standout on the Higley Girls Golf Team. Known for her composure, positivity, and ability to shake off a bad hole faster than anyone. Ayla opens up about what she's learned from her parents, her teammates, and the game itself. 💬 Episode Highlights How Sherri's first golf lesson led to her whole family joining the Higley golf community. The surprising lessons golf teaches families — from patience and communication to teamwork and humor. How Ray uses golf as a parenting tool and how it's helped his relationship with Ayla grow stronger. Ayla's journey as a high-school golfer: what she's learned, what she loves, and how she handles the highs and lows. Brittney Boo's hilarious and heartfelt take on playing golf with her boyfriend and his kids. Donna's reflections on growing up in a golf family and how those roots continue to shape her coaching and community today. A rapid-fire round that reveals who's the most competitive, the calmest, and the best putter in the family (and the answers might surprise you!). ❤️ Why You'll Love This Episode This episode captures the heart of what Golf Party Live stands for — connection, laughter, learning, and love for the game. Whether you play with your kids, your spouse, or your best friends, golf has a way of building bonds that last long after the final putt drops. 🙏 Thank You Huge thanks to Ray and Ayla for sharing their story, and to every listener who tunes in and tells a friend about the show each week. Your support keeps this community growing. 🎧 Listen anywhere you get your podcasts — and don't forget to share our show with your golf friends!