There are a myriad of choices when it comes to picking core lifts on which to base a strength training program. There should be a rationale behind these choices. I feel that for an absolute beginner, the goblet squat, floor press, and power swing have the most potential benefit. They are easily scalable as far as regressions(box squat for goblet squat, sumo kettlebell or dumbbell deadlift for power swing, virtually anyone with arms can perform a floor press) and really drive home proper patterns. When coached correctly they are just basically harder to mess up than barbell exercises, while at the same time preparing the trainee to excel at barbell training should they decide to pursue it. These exercises are suitable for beginners, but getting really strong at them will help an intermediate or advanced athlete as well, they also make up the basis of a solid in season program.
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