In an era where athletes’ upbringings often sound like carefully crafted PR narratives, Brandt Snedeker’s honest account of his family influences stands out for its raw authenticity. The Ryder Cup Vice Captain’s description of his parents’ approach to raising him is anything but conventional.

During a recent appearance on the Fore Play Podcast, Snedeker revealed an unusual way of crediting his parents for shaping his character. “I just had two parents who would have beat the cr*p out of me if I didn’t do stuff the right way, treat people the right way,” the 44-year-old explained with characteristic honesty.

This blunt assessment reflects Snedeker’s no-nonsense approach to discussing his upbringing. He emphasized that his older brother also played a crucial role in keeping his “head on

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