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For elite players, talent and technology go hand in hand

Mike Bender drew a crowd as he discussed the tools, devices and teaching philosophy he's created especially to help his elite players. (Photo: The PGA of America)

The Summit wrapped up Sunday with a full day of presentations on teaching advanced students. The highlight came from Mike Bender, best known as Zach Johnson's instructor, who explained his approach, and the tools and technology he uses, to help high-performance amateurs and tour players to reach their potential.

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Scene and Heard: Ball, 98, shares his lifetime of learning

Errie Ball wowed the crowd with his walk through golf's history from the very first Masters (he played in it!) to the present on Sunday. Plus, co-hosts Laird Small and Suzy Whaley are soaking up everything they can, and more.

Teaching disabled can benefit both students and teachers

In an inspiring presentation on "Performance Coaching Challenges," Dennis Walters, Judy Alvarez and Jim Estes explained how PGA instructors can grow their business and gain a great deal of satisfaction by working with the disabled.

Scene and Heard: Teaching is just the start of growing golf

Former PGA President M.G. Orender told his audience that promoting the game has become an economic necessity in these difficult times. Plus, some of golf's most-honored instructors presented on Saturday afternoon, and more.

Seminars on physical aspects of golf put Summit in motion

The theme of Friday's sessions was "Physical Motion," and presenters including Dave Phillips and Greg Rose explained how instructors can best tailor their lessons to each student's physical strengths and limitations.

Scene and Heard: Summit opens with words of motivation

Their greatest impact, Dr. Rick Rigsby told the PGA instructors Friday, can be the inspiration they instill in their students. Plus, the Ryder Cup draws crowds, the Summit shows off technology as well as teaching, and more.

On the Hotline, golfers connect with PGA Professionals

Dozens of PGA Professionals fielded hundreds of questions from golfers all across America via the PGA/USA TODAY Golf Tips Hotline on Thursday. Some had specific questions, while others just wanted to talk golf.

Hundreds turn out for Play Golf America Day

Golfers thronged to the PGA Learning Center Wednesday for Play Golf America Day. They got free lessons from PGA Professionals, checked out new Callaway clubs, gazed at the gleaming Ryder Cup and had plenty of fun.