Clubs for a 14 year old

[Jared]

My son has been playing on and off for years, and is now asking me for advice on grip, setup, etc. This is miraculous, since a 14 year old listening to anything their parents say is pretty rare. The point is, I think he's going to start playing somewhat seriously.

He has an old graphite shafted set, half of which were cut down, that just won't work anymore. He is 6' tall and 225, and judging by the practice swings in the backyard yesterday, is generating some pretty healthy clubhead speed. He's a lefty, which makes things more complicated, and we have an ancient set of persimmons and blades that he wants to play this year.

My question is, should I let him have at it with those clubs, since its 50/50 whether or not the kid sticks with it, or should we buy him clubs now? If so, what would you recommend?

[clearwaterms]

My son has been playing on and off for years, and is now asking me for advice on grip, setup, etc. This is miraculous, since a 14 year old listening to anything their parents say is pretty rare. The point is, I think he's going to start playing somewhat seriously.

an old set of blades / permission woods will not inspire confidence and might cause him anxiety which could lead to him loosing interest. However, spending $500 on a set of clubs for him to only hold onto for a year might cause you some anxiety as well. Since I know nothing about your son beyond what you have told me, I would recommend you pick up a set of used clubs on this site, ebay, or your local pro shop (golf store). Also, get him some lessons. He will improve his game more taking lessons then he will with shiney new golf clubs.

If you are interested I have a set of graphite shafted Pro Select Irons 3-pw in the basement (Im left handed) with stiff shafts that are probably 10+ years old. Make me an offer on them.