Staff Spotlight:
David
Louys-Moroney
Position
Senior Coach, Pod Leader
Describe your role at BGGA?
To be a transformational leader, not just to the students but also within this great
coaching team at BGGA. Sharing ideas and best practices of how we can improve
the experience for the students. Design the day-to-day schedule that will enable the
students to develop not only their golfing skills but to push them outside their comfort
zone which will give the students opportunities to learn, evolve and grow.
What’s your favorite part about your job?
Traveling to tournaments with the students. You get to know the students outside golf
and this helps with building a rapport with the students and them ultimately buying
into the program.
Defining
Excellence
“Stephania has had some recent
interest from colleges so I think
she’s realized her goals could come
to fruition. Ever since we’ve been
in that situation, the commitment
to her training has completely
changed. She’s been a lot better
at implementing what I’d like her
to do and she’s fully committed to
it. She’s been defining excellence
and I think we’re going to see a
difference in her results.”
– David Louys-Moroney,
BGGA Senior Coach
How did you get started in golf?
My older brother started which got my parents involved and then the whole family
(mum, dad and four boys) were all playing. My mother is the most successful golfer of
the family, as she has won her club championship 10 times.
Why do you love the game of golf?
You learn so many life skills through the game of golf. These life skills help shape and
develop your character as a person.
What’s the best piece of advice you have ever received?
“Be a lifelong learner. Never have the belief that you know everything you need to
know about a subject, there is always something new to learn. “ - David Leadbetter
What is your favorite home-cooked meal?
Salmo n patties
What is always stocked in your refrigerator?
Cheese and ice cream
If you could live anywhere in the world, where would it be and why?
Moscenicka Draga, Croatia. Relaxed lifestyle by the beach spending the days
swimming, fishing, boating and eating great food with friends.
Is there anything you are addicted to? Or can’t live without?
Family time
What movie do you watch again and again?
Gladiator
Where is your favorite place to travel and why?
Italy. It has everything: Amazing culture, incredibly grand architecture, diverse scenery,
incredible coastline, beautiful people who know how to dress and fantastic food.
What’s one thing we don’t know about you?
I represented New Zealand as a Trampolinist
Favorite quote?
“Success is a piece of mind which is a direct result of knowing that you did your best
to become the best you are capable of becoming.” - Coach John Wooden
Favorite sport besides golf?
Fly Fishing
Name: Stephania Vargas
From: Colombia
Grade: 12th
Started at BGGA: In second year
Why did you choose BGGA:
I came here in summer camp,
it was really fun and I liked the
facilities. I like that the course
and where we train is here and
we don’t have to travel to play
golf.
Best part of your game: Putting
Why do you play golf: I started
playing since I have memory. I
like to play and get away from
my problems.
Goals for the future: Get a
scholarship to play college golf
Win one tournament: The
Masters
Favorite Golfer: Dustin Johnson
Fun facts about yourself: I’m
writing a book.