Joey Cerulle, Head Golf Coach at Long Beach State University is our College Golf Camps Women’s Coach of the Week. Coach Cerulle has coached at two College Golf Camps – San Diego events. His team is currently ranked 76th by Golfweek.

Where did you play college golf?

Concordia University, Irvine, CA

What is your greatest achievement?

Starting a men’s and women’s program from scratch at my Alma mater.

What is your proudest moment as a coach?

Being hired by Long Beach State. It allowed me to come home and work for a school that I admired growing up here in Long Beach, CA

What trait do dislike the most?

Dishonesty. We play a game that is built on truth and integrity. I have no time for people who lie to me and to themselves.

What trait do admire the most?

Commitment. I think anyone who has desire, hope, and goals, together with a commitment, can achieve success in everything that they do.

What is your greatest fear?

Losing. I hate it. It’s what keeps me motivated to get better every day.

What is your favorite place to eat on the road?

BBQ. Plain and simple. If it has meat and BBQ sauce, I’m in heaven.

Best advice you received as a junior golfer?

Let the game of golf lead you. There will be bumps in the road, but new paths will emerge. Don’t be afraid to continue on your journey.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be?

I’m left handed, but I play golf from the right side. Something always sits in the back of my mind about wanting to go back in time and start swinging like Phil Mickleson!

What is your greatest regret?

I can’t think of any. I’m not a big fan of living and thinking about negative events from the past. Rather, I look forward to new tasks and challenges that await me in the future.

Favorite colors?

Red. I love red numbers!

What is your motto?

This isn’t my motto, rather my philosophy. It is based on a popular concept developed by the sportswriter Grantland Rice in the early 1900’s. I believe that golf teaches players about life…It is a team sport with personal challenges. It is up to the individual player to provide his own motivational factors and to decide what he will contribute to the team in practices, meets, and tournaments. It is up to the individual player to decide what he will contribute to his family and personal relationships. The player who has prepared properly and who is supported by his teammates usually wins golf tournaments. To understand the responsibility of being a teammate and the total concept of team is a life-long task…Golf is merely a form of practice for life itself.

Talent you most desire in your players?
I desire players that are able to stay calm in the face of adversity. Athletes that are slow to anger. Athletes that slow everything down when chaos is all around them. Athletes that can breathe and relax when fear is ramped. These athletes are ready for anything that can be thrown at them. They will always play at their full potential.

Poise.