JG: From where did you get your love of golf? Redman: My mom and dad were members at Prestonwood Country Club, in Raleigh, and they would often take me to the driving range when I was just 3 or 4. Soon, I was out on the course and wanting to go there whenever I could. JG: So you picked the game up pretty quickly? Redman: Oh, I had my different quirks, but I did show some potential. The main thing was that I really loved it. As I got older, I played a little bit of basketball and flag football, but golf was my real interest. JG: Who has been the biggest influence on your game? Redman: I would have to say it’s been my dad, even though he doesn’t play golf anymore. He’s always been there, gently pushing me to be better. That’s been huge for me. JG: What was the college recruiting process like for you? Redman: I wasn’t overly recruited, but I did have a number of options avail- able to me throughout the southeast. I couldn’t have picked a better place than Clemson. I really liked the school from the beginning, and coach Pen- ley and coach Byrd are incredible teachers and people. JG: You’ve appeared on some Academic All-American teams. What’s your secret for balancing golf and studies? Redman: I think it’s all about having drive, a work ethic and lots of disci- pline. I take pride in my grades and spend my time studying when I’m not on the golf course. It’s always a challenge because there’s a lot going on. But my coaches are very understanding. They want me to do as well in the classroom as on the course. JG: Why did you decide to caddie at Old Chatham Golf Club in Durham the past few summers? Redman: It started about three years ago. I wanted to make some money and thought it would be awesome to be on the golf course as well. So a close friend helped me get a job there. I’ve met some amazing people at the club and really enjoy the whole atmosphere. JG: Tell us about the U.S. Amateur experience…what were those final few holes like? Redman: Well, I had been having a lot of success throughout the week, winning quite a few matches on the 17th and 18th holes. So even though I wasn’t in an ideal position with Doug, I believed in myself and wasn’t really worried. It was just great fun and an honor to be out there, with a chance to win. I never gave up, and it turned into an incredible day. JG: How did the Walker Cup experience at L.A. Country Club differ from the U.S. Amateur? Redman: It was incredible playing for my country at the Walker Cup. The amount of attention and support was far beyond anything that I could have ever imagined. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever been as nervous on the December 2017 | 11 Subscribe today at juniorgolfmag.net first tee as I was there. With everyone chanting and cheering, you can sense how important the event is. JG: What are your goals for the Clemson team and for yourself this year? Redman: I want to be able to compete hard, every time I’m out there, and have a chance to win on the back 9 of the third day. That’s all we can ask for as a team and individually. We have a pretty young squad, and we’re improving every day. Because of my other golf commitments, I’m limiting myself to four regular season events. I’d like to win at least one and make the Palmer Cup team. JG: Are you hoping to play professionally? If that doesn’t work out, what kind of career would you like? Redman: I would love to play professionally, though I’m not sure when that will be. This year, I hope to learn a lot about myself and my game, to see what I need to do to compete week in, week out on the Tour. I’ve also thought about life after golf. I’m studying Math here at Clemson, so I would love to have a job in insurance as an actuary. That’s a dream of mine, to make that transition once my tournament playing days are over. JG: What are the most important traits aspiring young golfers should focus on for earning scholarship offers? Redman: In life and on the golf course, attitude is key. You have to take out the emotions and get rid of the poutiness when you’re playing, which is a turn-off for college coaches. Just stay positive and things will work out better. Redman has a reputation for being cool under pressure