Miguel Delgado

Golf Expert

Miguel Delgado is a Golf Expert based in San Francisco, California. Miguel played as a professional golfer on the Asian Tour for four years. He played in over 20 countries across Asia, ME, and Europe, being a handful of Americans representing the United States. On the Tour, Miguel was best known for his mental game, statistical prowess, and hitting fairways. He played golf at the University of Notre Dame, where he earned ACC-All American Honors in 2019 after a National Championship appearance. Currently, he is an Analyst at Roadrunner Venture Studios focusing on due diligence and venture creation.

Education

  • BBA, Finance with a Minor in Poverty Studies, University of Notre Dame

Professional Achievements

  • Attained status on the Asian Tour and PGA Tour Canada
  • Lowest professional score is 63 (-9)
  • Three top 20 finishes on the Asian Tour
  • Voted team captain for the University of Notre Dame golf team for both the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 seasons
  • Achieved second-lowest scoring average in school history at University of Notre Dame
  • Qualified for the 2019 National Championship NCAA Division I Men's Golf Championship
  • 4 Time All-ACC Academic Honor Roll, Byron Nelson Award Finalist, 2019 All-Midwest Team, Srixon Golf All-American Scholar
  • Developed a rigorous work ethic and was honored as "The Definition of Hard Work" within the University of Notre Dame program

Favorite Piece of Advice

Golf is far more mental than physical. The best way to improve one's handicap is by making smart decisions and always playing the highest percentage shot. You can't control where the ball goes, but you can control where you aim and what kind of shot you try to hit.

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Co-authored Articles (10)

How to

Make a Mini Golf Course

Are you bored of seeing the usual mini golf courses and want to make something radical, new and extraordinary? It all depends on your imagination and equipment. Whether you want to get creative with your little ones and ...

How to Properly Arrange Clubs & Accessories in Your Golf Bag

Organization tips for golf bags with 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 14 slots Are you having trouble finding the right club in your bag or digging through every pocket for an extra golf ball? Then it’s time to do a little spring cl...

How to

Hit a Draw or Fade

Being able to hit a draw or fade on the golf course is a key skill to have if you want to drastically improve your game. Better yet, hitting a draw will increase the average distance of your drives. Unless otherwise stat...

How to

Use a Divot Tool

If you've been golfing for a while, you're probably aware that certain swings can destroy the green. If you take a fat shot, your club comes into contact with the ground before it touches the ball. This can damage the gr...

How to

Bring Golf Clubs on a Plane

For golfers, there is nothing better than a day on the green. But it can be hard to imagine playing a round without your personal set of clubs. Fortunately, you have a few options for bringing your clubs with you when yo...

Performing a DIY Re‐Grip On Every Type of Golf Club

Your golf clubs will have a brand new feel and look after regripping them with this guide If you are an avid golfer, you are soon enough going to notice some wear and tear on your clubs—especially on the grip. If your ...

How to

Hit a Hybrid Golf Club

A hybrid golf club is a versatile club that has characteristics of both an iron and a fairway wood. Hybrids are meant to replace your long irons but can also be used to tee off. When using a hybrid in lieu of a long iron...

How to

Hit a Power Fade

The power fade is an advanced golf shot that has been used for years, but recently mastered and brought to the forefront of the golf game by young players such as Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson, and Ernie Els. For advanced ...

How to

Spin a Golf Ball

Backspin on a golf ball causes it to spin backwards as it travels through the air, making the ball back up after hitting the ground. This is an especially useful technique when hitting your ball onto a green that has a h...

How to Use Stableford Scoring in Golf: Beginner's Guide

Learn how points and scoring works in this alternative golf system Stableford scoring is an alternative to the usual golf scoring system. It’s designed to be forgiving to newer players, who tend to take many more strok...