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Bradley Firtel '23 Recruiting Profile
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Bradley Firtel - ...Personal Statement
Golf is my passion, but I understand and appreciate the value of a good education. I am currently able to blend the demands of a rigorous academic schedule at Harvard-Westlake with the desire to be on the golf course. I look forward to similar challenges ahead as I work towards refining my golf game and competing at the highest levels possible.
How do you feel when you are playing great and poorly?
When I am playing great the feeling is amazing. All my shots are spot on and I am really proud of the way I play. When I am playing great, my goal is to continue that and be consistent with this “greatness” throughout the rest of the round.
When I am playing poorly I think to myself about what I am doing wrong. I then try to work on fixing this issue but i stay head strong throughout the round and I have confidence in myself that I will fix whatever it is I am doing and that I will get through the round and finish strong. I am proud of myself no matter what as long as I am mentally confident and stable throughout the round.
Why do I love golf?
I love golf because it is such a beautiful sport where you can have touch/finesse but also power and strength. Golf has also been something passed down through generations in my family. Both of my grandpas are/were great golfers. My great uncle used to be a scratch golfer and 2 of my great grandpas were scratch golfers or better. Golf also relates to life as a whole. You need to be headstrong and have control over your body. Golf is both a mental sport and an athletic one too. I have a huge passion and love for the game and I am looking forward to sharing it with the team.
Athletics
High School Information
- Years w/ Varsity
- 1 year
- 2023 Varsity Team
Coach References
- Private Coach
- Dan Martin
- High School Head Coach
- Scott Wood
Events
- Camp/Event
- CJG Summer Classic
- 6/15/20 to 6/16/20
- I shot a 78 on day one, learned from my mistakes and came out to shoot an even par 70 on day two.
- Camp/Event
- FCG National Tour LA Valley Junior
- 6/13/20 to 6/14/20
- I shot a +8, 80 in my tournament round post quarantine. I have only been able to practice for the past 2-weeks. I then dusted off the rust and shot a +3, 75 on Sunday. The course rating was 73.3, 134.
- Camp/Event
- SCPGA Santa Anita Classic
- 2/29/20 to 2/29/20
- I won the Championship 15-18 division with a -1, 70 to take home my first win of 2020 on the Players tour.
- Camp/Event
- CJGT Encino Winter Classic
- 2/22/20 to 2/23/20
- I shot a 77 on Saturday and followed it up with a 75 on Sunday. I ended up finishing 6th out of 19 participants who played both days. For Sunday, I finished 7th out of 21
- Camp/Event
- CJGT Kick Off Classic
- 1/12/20 to 1/12/20
- I shot a +7 and finished 3rd out of 11.
- Camp/Event
- CJGT Labor Day Classic
- 9/01/19 to 9/02/19
- I carded a 78 followed by a 77 to finish in 2nd place out of 10.
Training
- Golf Core Training
- 3 years
- Working with a PGA Certified trainer on weekly basis who has experience working with some fo the most successful players on the PGA tour. Training emphasizes on core fitness and strength in order to further develop the strength and balance in my swing.
Statistics
| Statistic | 2023 Varsity Team |
|---|---|
| Handicap | 3.3 |
| 18 Hole Avg. | 75 |
| 18 Hole Low | 69 |
| 9 Hole Low | 32 |
| GIR | 13-14 |
| Putts per 18 | 32 |
| Driving Accuracy | 75% |
| Sand Save Pct. | 50% |
| Longest Drive | 295 yards |
Academics
Grades
Test Scores
High School Information
Academic Accomplishments
Are you in honor classes?
Yes. Mid Honors Geometry US History - 11th Grade English - 11th Grade English - 12 Calculus - 12 Anatomy - 12Are you in AP/IB classes?
NoRegistered with the NCAA Eligibility Center?
YesAwards and Activities
- Awards2017-2018 Honor Roll, 2018-2019 Honor Roll, 2019 Humanitas Award Winner at Harvard-Westlake for Civic Leadership and Community Service STEM - Designation Humanities - Designation
- ActivitiesCo-Chair of the Harvard-Westlake Ambassador Program, Host/Supervisor with Leaders United for Change Teen Volunteer - Cedar Sinai Hospital