Coach Scott Barla Named Golf Digest's No. 1 Teacher in Indiana (2026-2027)

Recognition Underscores Barla Golf Academy ' s Measurable, Data-Driven Player Development

NOBLESVILLE, Ind., Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Barla Golf Academy announced today that Coach Scott Barla has been named Golf Digest ' s No. 1 Teacher in Indiana for 2026-2027. The designation highlights instructors who deliver consistent improvement through clear communication, modern technology, and player-first coaching.

Personal message from Coach Barla:
"Special thanks to Golf Digest and congratulations to the instructors nationwide honored in their home states. I ' m honored and grateful to be included on a list voted on by peers across our industry. After 30+ years in golf, I've been on a constant quest to learn--from Ferris State's PGM program to leaders in instruction who generously mentored me. Without the guidance of hundreds of great coaches and mentors, none of this would be possible. What a week for my family--thank you for your unwavering support throughout my coaching journey. We'll keep doing what matters most: turning data into simple steps that show up on the course."

Barla Golf Academy blends fundamentals with technology--tour-grade launch monitors, biomechanics insights, video, and structured practice--so players understand their numbers and translate them into lower scores. The program serves adults and juniors at every level and is backed by 200+ five-star Google reviews from the Indiana golf community.

Selected recognition: Golf Digest No. 1 Teacher in Indiana (2026-2027); 2024 Indiana PGA Teacher & Coach of the Year; 2024 and 2023 PGA Jr. League Game Changer Awards; 2022 Ferris State PGM Alumni Bill Strausbaugh Award; 2019 Indiana PGA Section Player Development Award.

Get started:

--  Book a lesson:https://www.barlagolfacademy.com/golf-academy/golf-lessons/
    
    
--  New to BGA? Start here:https://book.squareup.com/appointments/2bb37651-7da9-4385-bc54-3e6ccef94c55/location/1VPB5KE90W6MB

Media availability & assets
Interviews with Coach Barla are available upon request. A press kit with headshots, coaching images, and academy background is available via email.

About Barla Golf Academy
Founded in 2016 by Coach Scott Barla, Barla Golf Academy is a PGA-certified indoor training facility in Noblesville, Indiana. With over 4,000 sq. ft. of space, students and members enjoy year-round training and practice. Offerings include Private & Group Lessons, Hourly Coaching, Short Game Instruction, Certified Club Fittings, and Simulator/Indoor Training. Learn more at barlagolfacademy.com.

" Golf Digest" is a registered trademark of its owner and is used for identification purposes only.

MEDIA CONTACT
Pamela Pennamen, Media Relations
Barla Golf Academy
401720@email4pr.com
317-210-3499 | https://www.barlagolfacademy.com/

View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/coach-scott-barla-named-golf-digests-no-1-teacher-in-indiana-20262027-302566850.html

SOURCE Barla Golf Academy