In this episode of the Golf Dads Podcast, Ben Ikin shares his diverse experiences as a professional athlete, media personality, and being a dedicated father. Ben's journey in golf includes playing in two QLD PGA Championships and takes us inside the ropes including what he lessons he showed his kids. Ben also reflects on how the game of golf has significantly helped the growth of his son and the special time each week he gets to play with him. As the youngest player ever to play State of Origin, Wayne Bennett as a father-in-law and a passion for the game of golf, this episode of Golf Dads has it all.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ben Ikin's Multifaceted Career

02:10 The Journey of Golf: From Childhood to Passion

04:45 Balancing Fatherhood and Golf

08:24 Parenting Insights: Lessons from Golf and Life

11:20 The Impact of Travel on Family Dynamics

14:06 Parental Expectations and Supporting Children's Dreams

17:22 The Challenge of Competing in the PGA Championship

23:10 Lessons Learned from Failure and Resilience

27:50 The Decision to Retire from NRL

29:50 Being the youngest player ever to play at State of Origin level

33:40 The Influence of having Wayne Bennett as a father in-law

35:35 Golf’s impact on a child with autism

41:37 Ben Ikin’s Life Lessons as a dad

44:00 A week in the life of Ben Ikin

46:00 Advice for Dads and Golfers

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