When Logan Eskildsen ’24 began playing golf, it was only natural. Taking after his father, who nearly became a pro-golfer, Eskildsen’s love for golf was at first swing, watching as the golf ball rocketed away. As a Co-Captain of the Golf Team, Eskildsen aspires to instill a sense of community and serve as a role model on the team.
“I strive to lead in a manner that unifies our team under camaraderie and the core value of respect. I actively try to initiate conversations with teammates who do not know each other too well during practice or on the rally wagon ride back to campus. On the course, I try to lead by example in both golf and match etiquette,” said Eskildsen.
While the team values are prominent to every player, Eskildsen further embodies them as a co-captain. Whether it be small gestures or large, Eskildsen instills within Andover’s Golf Team the importance of maintaining key values such as respect.
“Our team values center around respect and courtesy. We treat the paying members at our home course with the utmost respect, we shake the hands of every team we play, and we always aim to leave the course in a condition better than we found it. As one of the two Co-Captains, I shake the hand of the opposing coach and thank them for a great match,” said Eskilden.
Eskildsen prides himself on his composure and ability to stay positive when being challenged during harder matches. However, his main goals for the season are to overcome mental obstacles which oftentimes manifest themselves in minor mistakes.
“I would say my biggest strength is my attitude. Oftentimes, it’s tough to keep your mind cool during a match, but I repeat to myself a series of thoughts that keep me focused on winning the next hole. My biggest weakness, however, is my ability to maintain focus when I am not playing a match. I let a lot of easy missed shots build up, which has cost me a few shots where I face the same situation in a match,” said Eskildsen.
Describing himself as a “play fast, hit it far” player, Eskilden admitted to the duality of his character and play style as a golfer in comparison to his personality.
“As a player, I live by the motto ‘play fast, hit it far.’ I am a player with a quick and aggressive swing tempo, and I think that reflects in my play style. I am quite the opposite as a person because I think I am more introverted and reserved by nature,” said Eskildsen.
Eskildsen noted that the Andover Golf has helped him pursue his collegiate golf goals. Although not officially committed, he hopes to use his experiences to become a part of the team. Whatever the outcome in college, Eskildsen foresees golf as a skill that will come in handy long into the future.
“If I cannot walk on to my college team, I think I’ll end up playing a round on business every now and then. My experience on the Andover golf team will definitely help in those high-pressure matches,” said Eskildsen.
