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Teaching Philosophy
When asked about his method of teaching he is quick to reply, "I don't believe in teaching any single method—there are just to many people that don’t fit the mold. I prefer to view each golfer as a unique individual and then create the swing that is best for them based on that person’s goals and abilities."
Rod currently enjoys working with a host of amateurs from beginners to club champions. On the subject of teaching he says, "The continuing challenge to the instructor is to find new and creative ways to communicate his message while, at the same time, tailoring it to the needs of each student."
The following is a list of many talented amateurs and professionals that Rod has worked with throughout his career at one time or another. They include . . . .
Rod currently enjoys working with a host of amateurs from beginners to club champions. On the subject of teaching he says, "The continuing challenge to the instructor is to find new and creative ways to communicate his message while, at the same time, tailoring it to the needs of each student."
The following is a list of many talented amateurs and professionals that Rod has worked with throughout his career at one time or another. They include . . . .
| Local Amateurs | MGA Title/Championships |
| Jody Gumlia | 1969 Stroke-Play Champion |
| Julie Gumlia | 1971 Match-Play Champion |
| Betsy Seitz | 1980 Stroke-Play Champion |
| Neil Croonquist | 1980 Senior Player of the Year |
| Dave Nordeen | 1985/86 Stroke-Play Champion |
| Greg Murphy | 1991 Match-Play Champion |
| Local Junior Amateurs | MGA Title/Championships |
| Chris Perry | 1980 Boys Junior Player of the Year |
| John Brellenthin | 1981 Boys Junior Player of the Year |
| Lynda Otness | 1984 Girls Junior Champion |
| Brad Gerr | 1984/85 Boys Junior Player of the Year |
| Dee Frosberg | 1987 Match-Play Champion |
| Tim Herron | 1988 Boys Junior Player of the Year |
| Allissa Herron | 1990 Girls Junior Champion |
| Jodie Krafka | 1990 Stroke-Play Champion |
| Scott Gustufson | 2004 MGA Player of the Year |
| PGA Tour/Developmental Tour Professionals |
LPGA Tour Professionals |
| Howard Twitty | Patty Berg |
| Mike Morley | Jerilyn Britz |
| Dave Hill | Marilyn Smith |
| Tommy Arron | Kathie Hite |
| Bob Bently | |
| Jim Ahern |
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| Doug Sanders | |
| Brian Geraty |