Fibula Wrecked In Pick Up Game : PGA Golf Pro Al Peterson III Details The Injury And Road To Recovery Stay On The Court podcast

Fibula Wrecked In Pick Up Game : PGA Golf Pro Al Peterson III Details The Injury And Road To Recovery

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In this week's "Injury Of The Week" episode of the "Stay On The Court" podcast, host Troy Wallace interviews Al Peterson III, a PGA-certified golf pro and the Director of Golf for the Field Club of Omaha. The discussion revolves around Al's recent injury, his recovery process, and his transition from basketball to golf.
Make sure and listen to the Rapid Fire Quiz I give Al at the 42-minute mark

Al shares the story of breaking his fibula and ripping out tendons during a pickup basketball game in late November 2023, resulting in a surgery known as the tightrope procedure to repair torn tendons and screws to repair the break. He talks about the immediate aftermath, the recovery journey, and the challenges he faced, including mobility issues and the impact on his professional and personal life. Al also shares insights into his passion for golf, his approach to coaching, and the importance of playing basketball age-appropriately.
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Show Notes:

Introduction to Al Peterson III (AP3): A high-level high school basketball player who transitioned to becoming a PGA-certified golf pro.
Injury Discussion:
- Details of the injury: Occurred during a pickup basketball game, leading to a broken fibula and the need for a tightrope procedure.
- Recovery process: Challenges faced during recovery, including mobility issues and the impact on his work and family life.
- Importance of checking out the associated YouTube episode and blog post for visual insights into Al's injury and recovery.
Transition to Golf:
- Al's journey from basketball to pursuing a career in golf.
- Insights into the PGA golf management program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and its benefits.
Life and Lessons:
- The role of basketball in Al's life for exercise, camaraderie, and social connections.
- The impact of the injury on Al's professional life, particularly during a clubhouse renovation at the Field Club of Omaha.
- Al's advice on staying active and engaged in sports while playing age-appropriately.
Final Thoughts: Al emphasizes the importance of passion for whatever sport or activity one pursues, whether it's basketball or golf, and the necessity of adapting one's play style with age.

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Introduction to Al Peterson III (AP3): A high-level high school basketball player who transitioned to becoming a PGA-certified golf pro.
Injury Discussion:
- Details of the injury: Occurred during a pickup basketball game, leading to a broken fibula and the need for a tightrope procedure.
- Recovery process: Challenges faced during recovery, including mobility issues and the impact on his work and family life.
- Importance of checking out the associated YouTube episode and blog post for visual insights into Al's injury and recovery.
Transition to Golf:
- Al's journey from basketball to pursuing a career in golf.
- Insights into the PGA golf management program at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and its benefits.
Life and Lessons:
- The role of basketball in Al's life for exercise, camaraderie, and social connections.
- The impact of the injury on Al's professional life, particularly during a clubhouse renovation at the Field Club of Omaha.
- Al's advice on staying active and engaged in sports while playing age-appropriately.
Final Thoughts: Al emphasizes the importance of passion for whatever sport or activity one pursues, whether it's basketball or golf, and the necessity of adapting one's play style with age.