U.S. Open Winning Moments: The 2010's

With a decade to remember now in the books, let's take a look at how all 10 U.S. Opens from the 2010's came to their unforgettable conclusions. From Graeme McDowell at Pebble Beach Golf Links to Gary Woodland at Pebble Beach again, from Rory McIlroy's breakthrough at Congressional to Brooks Koepka's repeat at Shinnecock, and everything in between.

Tiger Woods’ Best Shots of the Decade: 2010-19 (non-majors)

Check out some of Tiger Woods’ best shots, from long drives to clutch hole outs and putts to win tournaments between 2010-2019 – excluding majors.

Happy Holidays!

May the joys of the season shed light, hope and fill our hearts with peace.

Science of Golf: Torque and Moment of Intertia

Torque and moment of inertia are two key physics concepts to each golfers swing. Belén Mozo, LPGA tour player, and Matt Pringle, USGA technical director for equipment standards, demonstrate how torque generated from the body is carried to the club head, which is amplified by rotational inertia.

The Great Debate: Who is the Golf Player of the Decade? | Morning Drive

Morning Drive debates who the golf player of the 2010s was.

Science of Golf: Why Golf Balls Have Dimples

NBC Learn, in partnership with the United States Golf Association, explores the Science of Golf. Here, Steve Quintavella, USGA equipment standards operations manager, illustrates why golf balls have dimples and what they do for distance.

The History Of Golf in Two Minutes | Open Special

In 'Golf Through The Ages' we take you back to the birth of one of the world's most lucrative sports, to when it was just some Scottish blokes on top of a cliff.

Science of Golf: The Golf Swing

NBC Learn, in partnership with the United States Golf Association, explores the science of golf. In this segment, the physics behind the golf swing are discussed and broken down with the help of 2010 U.S. Women's Open champion Paula Creamer and amateur golf standout Michael Miller.

Fore The Golfer: Wildlife on Golf Courses

Golf courses are more than just a place to play golf, they provide valuable habitat for a wide variety of plants and animals. Many golf courses are working hard to protect and expand habitat areas to improve our environment and allow us to enjoy nature in action during our round.

Is 'Peaking' for a Tournament a Real Thing? | Morning Drive | Golf Channel

Jason Day eyes world No. 1 but says he's going to do so without 'peaking'. What is it? Is it a real thing?

Trolinger Foundation Scholarships

Are you or do you know a high school senior golfer? If so, you can apply for our 2020 scholarships. We are giving $5000 to each selected applicant.

For more information or to apply “CLICK HERE”

Happy Thanksgiving!

Showing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful things humans can do for each other. 

-Randy Pausch

Volunteer - Donate - Sponsor

Would you like to volunteer, donate or sponsor the foundation? We love helping young golfers achieve success in college by donating scholarships each year. If you would like more information or to contact us visit our website.

Holiday Tip

Here is a holiday tip: 

Most golf courses are open Thanksgiving Day, what better way to spend your holiday morning. Golf in the morning then food, family and football in the afternoon. 

Have fun and hit’em straight!

Golf Instruction: Do Hands and Arms Produce More Power Than Body? | School of Golf | Golf Channel

Martin Hall and Blair O’Neal discuss if the hands and arms produce more power than the body.

Andy Sullivan Tries to Make a Hole-In-One with 500 Balls

European Tour Originals presents the Chase The Ace Hole-In-One Challenge, episode 3. How many balls would it take a professional golfer to make a hole-in-one? The odds of an average golfer making an ace are roughly one in 100,000, while stats suggest a European Tour pro's chances are closer to one in 2,500.

Introducing Andy Sullivan... With a day and 500 balls to play with on the 171-yard par three 11th hole on the Heritage Course at London Golf Club, we challenged the three-time European Tour winner to defy the odds. Could Englishman Sullivan succeed where Italian Edoardo Molinari and South African Brandon Stone could not and find that one, perfect shot? Here’s what happened…

What is Tiger Woods' Most Unbreakable Record? | Golf Central | Golf Channel

Tripp Isenhour and Geoff Shackelford debate Tiger Woods' most unbreakable record, what is more shocking – Patrick Reed being picked or Rickie Fowler not being picked for U.S. Presidents Cup team, and the biggest surprise of from PGA Tour fall play.

Strike Your Pitches With Consistency | Tom Reid Golf Tips | Golfing World

Tom Reid and Iona Stephen explore how to achieve a consistent strike with pitch shots.

World Golf Championships All-time Shots

Check out the top 10 all-time shots in World Golf Championships history featuring incredible hole outs, amazing bunker shots and clutch finishes.

Fore The Golfer: 8 Things To Know About Golf Course Mowing Equipment

Maintaining a golf course requires highly specialized equipment. A typical golf course may have more than a dozen mowers, some of which cost more than a luxury automobile. There are even robot mowers that mow greens autonomously. See how all this impressive technology improves your golf experience.

Thomas Pieters Tries to Make a Hole-In-One with 500 balls

European Tour Originals presents the Chase The Ace Hole-In-One Challenge. How many balls would it take a professional golfer to make a hole-in-one? The odds of an average golfer making an ace are roughly one in 100,000, while stats suggest a European Tour pro's chances are closer to one in 2,500.  We challenged him at the 165-yard par three second hole at Olgiata Golf Club. Here’s what happened….

Top-5 Shots of the Week | ZOZO CHAMPIONSHIP

Check out the top 5 shots from the 2019 ZOZO CHAMPIONSHIP, featuring Tiger Woods, Xander Schauffele, Sungjae Im, Collin Morikawa and Tommy Fleetwood.

What is a Stimpmeter? | Golf Digest

Golf Digest joins writer David Owen as he explores the mystical golf device known as the Stimpmeter. What is it? How did it come to be? David will explore these questions and more in this tongue-in-cheek documentary.

Best Mic'd Up Moments from MGM Resorts The Challenge

Check out the best mic'd up banter between Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Jason Day and Hideki Matsuyama from MGM Resorts The Challenge: Japan Skins at Accordia Golf Narashino Country Club in Chiba, Japan.

Evolution of the Golf Driver | Golf History | Golf Digest

From persimmons to metalwood to adjustable ones, the driver has come a long way since its inception. Find out how the current driver came to be as we look back at the club’s evolution over the years.

Golf Clubs | How It's Made

Golfers use different kinds of clubs for different types of shots. Woods for long distance shots, putters to gently roll the ball into the cup, and irons for everything in between.

Toddler Swing Analysis at the Houston Open

At the 2013 Houston Open, a two-year old fan is spotted having a game of his own to the side of the fairway at the Golf Club of Houston. Instructor Travis Fulton breaks down his swing, step-by-step.

Only a Few Tickets Left for The Trolinger Foundation's Holiday Fundraising Dinner!!

When:

December 4, 2019 @ 6:00pm

Where:

Pietro’s #1

407 Cernon St.

Vacaville, CA 95688

Tickets are $100 – includes food and wine.

Seating is limited so buy your tickets now!

All proceeds will go towards our 2020 Scholarship Program.

More info and buy tickets

The First Annual Golf Tournament Was a Great Success!

Congratulations To Our Recipients!

We would like to thank all of our sponsors and golfers for attending the First Annual Trolinger Foundation Golf Tournament. It was a great success and we were able to grant our first 2 scholarships to local seniors with the money raised.

We also want to congratulate Alissa Salazar and Chase Hascup who each received $5000 towards their college education.

*Mark Your Calendar*

Second Annual Golf Tournament

Date: June 8, 2020

Where: Green Valley Country Club

Time & Details: TBD

Science of Golf: Physics of the Golf Club

NBC Learn, in partnership with the United States Golf Association, explores the science of golf. In this segment, the physics behind the development of golf clubs is discussed, comparing designs from the past and present.

Best of "Golf is Hard"

Check out players like Bubba Watson, Rickie Fowler and Brooks Koepka catch a bad break for some of the most unlucky shots of last year.

Long Drive Trick Shots | Dude Perfect

Time for insane GOLF TRICK SHOTS!

William Howard Taft: The First Golfing President

Author Don Van Natta Jr. talks about the affinity that William Howard Taft, the first United States President known to play golf, had for the game.

How Technology Affects Your Golf Game | Golf Digest

There has been monumental growth in golf club technology that has shaped the modern game. Three golfers try three different eras of clubs and see how their performance compares.

Top-5 Shots of the Week | The Greenbrier

Check out the top 5 shots from The Military Tribute at The Greenbrier 2019, featuring Bubba Watson, Maverick McNealy, Joaquin Niemann and Sungjae Im.

The 7 Most Misunderstood Rules in Golf | Golf Digest

Golf Digest will attempt to once again enlighten the average golfer on the correct golf rules and those that are purely myth!

Players Draw Their Ideal Golf Hole

Dustin Johnson, Adam Scott, and other PGA TOUR professionals try to draw their ideal golf hole.

Health Benefits Of Playing Golf

New research suggests the game can even help you live longer.

The Trolinger Foundation's Holiday Fundraising Dinner

When:

December 4, 2019 @ 6:00pm

Where:

Pietro’s #1

407 Cernon St.

Vacaville, CA 95688

Tickets are $100 – includes food and wine.

Seating is limited so buy your tickets now.

All proceeds will go towards our 2020 Scholarship Program.

More info and buy tickets

Phil Mickelson: Chipping 101

Short game legend Phil Mickelson demonstrates the three basic keys of how to hit more consistent chip shots.

Top-5 Shots of the Week | TOUR Championship

Check out the top 5 shots of the week from the 2019 TOUR Championship, featuring Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, Adam Scott, Chez Reavie, and Xander Schauffele.

10-Year-Old Golf Prodigy Zama Nxasana Shares the 5 Most Important Tips

He starred in the Netflix documentary 'The Short Game' and he’s ranked as one of the best young golfers in the world. 10-year-old Zama Nxasana is here to share his five most important tips to becoming a great golfer.

We Are The Trolinger Foundation

Celebrating and honoring Don “Coach” Trolinger for the nearly 40 years he has dedicated to coaching both Vacaville High and Will C. Wood High school golf teams. He is to credit for producing many successful student-athletes that have flourished at every level of the golf and business world.

The Foundation was formed by several members of Coach’s earlier teams to provide scholarships to graduating seniors from high schools in Vacaville in Coach’s honor, beginning in 2019 and for years to follow.

Scholarships will be awarded based on academics, athletic success, and extracurricular and community activities.

We invite and thank you for becoming part of The Trolinger Foundation this year and for many years to come.

See more at https://thetrolingerfoundation.com/

We Are The Trolinger Foundation. Welcome To Our New Blog

Our Story

The inspiration for The Trolinger Foundation stems from the man known mostly as “Coach” or Mr Trolinger. He always goes the extra mile even when there does not seem to be an extra mile anywhere in sight.

As former students and players of Coach, we wanted to create something that would honor him in a way that was unique and would be a lasting testament to his generosity.

What a better way than to give College Scholarships to deserving young women and men graduating from high school and pursuing their dreams.

In the spirit of Coach, this foundation will give back to a program that is very dear to him.

See more here: https://thetrolingerfoundation.com/