In this candid interview, Australian Golf Digest speaks with Michael La Sasso about his early experiences competing on the global LIV Golf circuit and what success really looks like in his first professional season.
Visiting Australia for the first time, La Sasso reflects on settling into beachside life, embracing local culture and adjusting to everyday changes – from coffee routines to driving on the opposite side of the road. Off the course, the experience has been refreshing; on it, the challenge has been eye-opening. From night golf in Riyadh to firm, fast coastal layouts, the variety of conditions has pushed him to adapt quickly and learn on the fly.
Rather than focusing on immediate wins, La Sasso outlines a long-term mindset, measuring success through preparation, course management, and lessons learned each week. He discusses the physical demands of travel, the importance of rest and hydration, and how managing jet lag became one of the biggest challenges of playing internationally for the first time.
La Sasso compares LIV’s team format to his U.S. college golf experience, noting how shared responsibility, camaraderie and collective performance help players grow faster. Strong bonds among younger players across teams, combined with inspiration from breakthrough wins by peers, have reinforced belief and motivation throughout the group.
