After brutal health problems threw him off track, John Daly prepares his son for the USGA challenge with a reminder in 7 words

Pressure can really wear an athlete down, and experienced golfers know this! That’s why they don’t want their kids to give up the game because of the inevitable pressure. And that’s exactly what happened to veteran golfer John Daly. As his son John Daly II tees off at the US Amateur, his father has a few words for the young golfer.

In a recent story posted by the golfer on Instagram, John Daly shared the USGA post and offered words of encouragement to his son before the amateur tournament. The caption of the story was beautiful and full of life wisdom from John Daly’s life. “My boy… always do your best,” Read the caption, the 7-word reminder is enough to strengthen little John for the upcoming competition. “E“Everyone’s best is different,” the caption continued.

The golf legend has had not one but two knee surgeries and has battled valiantly against cancer. And as if that wasn’t enough, Daly was also forced to withdraw from the Royal Troon golf tournament due to a knee injury. Sharing a painful-looking photo of his swollen knee on Twitter, he explained that he suffers from iliotibial band syndrome, a common overuse injury that causes inflammation and irritation. With his injuries becoming his enemy and the pressure undeniable, Daly seemed to tell his son not to focus too much on the competition and the prize as it could wear on him.

And it is true that players, especially golfers, should know that they should have fun before focusing on the prize. And that is exactly what Daly wanted to tell his son: “You can’t always be the best, but you can always do your best 👊🏻”, such a great memory for Daly II. With these motivational lines, Daly Jr. will surely give his best in the game and it won’t matter if he wins or loses because the young golfer will know that his father supports and loves him no matter what.

Daly II is ready to set the competition ablaze with his father’s blessing: “Enjoy the ride son, @johndalyII.” The US Amateur starts on August 12th. The tournament will be enticing as a lot of amateur golfers will be teeing off to secure a spot in the 2025 US Open. At 10:01 a.m., talented young golfer John Daly II will tee off alongside Tyson Shelley and Colin Summers. And as always, he has the support of his father.

John Daly’s opinion on his son’s golf skills

John Daly can’t help but beam with pride when he talks about his son, John Daly II. Before Little John’s debut on the Korn Fery Tour, his father said: ““I can’t keep up with him now. He hits so far.” He was impressed by his son’s exceptional balance and said: “He doesn’t quite go beyond the parallel like his father, but when you look at his balance, the balance is incredible.” And it really is incredible.

“He’s so strong. That’s why he hits so far. Every part of his body works.” As a father, John Daly enjoys every moment of watching his son grow and improve. He is grateful to be able to share his own experiences and expertise with John II, and he looks forward to watching him make a name for himself in the golf world. With his father’s legacy as inspiration, John II is ready to forge his own path and make a lasting impression. Will he rise to the challenge and make his mark on the golf world? Only time will tell.