The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast
A deeper look into golf improvement. Adam Young and Jon Sherman provide real, actionable game-improvement advice for golfers of all levels. If you want to take your game to the next level, this is the podcast for you.
Episodes
The Hidden Mental Skill Most Golfers Never Train w/ Jim Waldron
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In this episode, we are joined by golf coach Jim Waldron for a wide-ranging conversation about the mind-body connection in golf. Jim explains how awareness, focused attention, and staying “external” can help golfers quiet the inner voice, manage pressure, and access their skills more freely on the
What Would You Do Differently If You Could Start Golf All Over Again?
In this episode we explore what we would do differently if we had the chance to start golf over again with all the knowledge we have now.
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Why Comfort Is Overrated, and Margin for Error Is Everything
The episode explores why golfers should not expect to feel fully comfortable on the course, especially under pressure, and how accepting nerves, bad swings, or lingering fears can help keep a round together. There is also a debate about whether golfers should tee the ball up on par threes, which is tied to a larger conversation about margin for error, reducing big mistakes, and testing what works
A Simple Stat-Tracking System That Actually Helps Your Golf Game
In this episode, Jon and Adam discuss a simple but more useful way to track golf stats without getting buried in apps or misleading numbers like fairways hit and total putts. Jon explains how golfers can evaluate tee shots, approach shots, wedge play, and putting with a basic checkmark/X system focused on whether shots were functional, playable, and connected to scoring. The larger message is that
What Golfers Get Wrong About Consistency
In this episode, we take a deep dive into one of golf’s most misunderstood words: consistency. Adam and Jon unpack why consistency is not about making the exact same swing every time, but rather learning how to manage variability, improve impact patterns, and build bigger margins for error.
They discuss why golfers often make themselves less consistent by trying to control too much, and how ex
How to Warm Up for Your Rounds Properly
In this episode, we discuss how to spend whatever time you have before your round productively. Whether it's 5 minutes or 45 minutes, you'll get ideas for warming up effectively without falling into common traps.
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Preparing for Tournaments, Practice, and Avoiding Big Mistakes (Scott Fawcett Part 2)
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In Part 2 of our conversation with Scott Fawcett from DECADE Golf, we shift from shot shaping into how golfers can actually prepare to score better. Scott shares
Scott Fawcett on Shot Shaping, Double-Crosses, and Stock Shots (Part 1)
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Why Your Worst Golf Is 90% Mental w/ Jared Tendler
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In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by Jared Tendler to break down the biggest misconceptions in the mental game and the release of his new book Everyday Golf Psychology. They explore why golfers are obsessed with “finding it,” why that mindset is fundamentally flaw
How To Knock Off the Rust After a Layoff
This episode focuses on how to manage your game after a long layoff, particularly an offseason.
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ClubFitting, Are Handicaps Fair, And the Fix Most Golfers Miss
This episode explores a few common traps golfers fall into, starting with the overreliance on club fitting as a “fix” rather than a tool that can only accommodate your tendencies. Jon and Adam make the case that real improvement comes from skill—especially your ability to identify and adjust strike patterns. They also break down the handicap system and why matches can feel unfair, but ultimately a
Why Your Body Is the Real Reason Behind Your Swing Flaws w/ Dave Phillips
In this episode, we’re joined by renowned coach and co-founder of the Titleist Performance Institute, Dave Phillips, for a deep dive into how the body truly drives the golf swing. We explore why there’s no single “perfect” swing and how understanding a player’s physical capabilities is critical to building a repeatable, efficient motion. Dave shares behind-the-scenes insights from working with eli
You’re Thinking About Golf Completely Backwards
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This episode explores why many golfers struggle to score well—not because of their swing, but because of how they think on the course. We break down the concept of “fast vs. slow thinking” and explain how most players use these mental systems in the wrong order, leading to poor decisions and unnecessar
Why Most Golfers Never Break 80 (The Data Is Clear)
This episode dives into the 2026 Shot Scope data report to uncover why most golfers struggle to break 80. Using data from hundreds of thousands of rounds, the discussion reveals that scoring isn’t about making more birdies, but about avoiding costly mistakes and managing difficult situations more effectively. It walks through each part of the game—off the tee, approach play, short game, and puttin
The “Either/Or” Fallacy in Golf Instruction
In this episode, Jon and Adam explore one of the most common reasoning errors in golf instruction: false dichotomies. Many debates in golf are framed as “either/or” arguments—technique vs feel, steep vs shallow, mechanics vs athleticism—when the reality is far more nuanced. Jon and Adam break down how these faulty binaries show up in instruction, social media discussions, and the way golfers inter
The Mental Trap That Creates the Yips w/ Jason Kuhn
Former Navy SEAL and performance coach Jason Kuhn tackles one of golf’s most frustrating problems - the yips. Jason shares his unique special forces background, struggling with the yips himself, and working with elite athletes across multiple sports, and explains why the yips are often misunderstood. The conversation dives into the psychology behind performance breakdowns, why trying to “fix” the
What Can You Control In Golf?
In this episode, we revisit what you can control in golf and what you cannot control, and how it's crucial in your development as a player. We talk about the big five from Jon's book The Four Foundations of Golf, and you'll get some much-needed perspective on your game.
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Was Ben Hogan Wrong About Shot Shaping?
This episode tackles a classic Ben Hogan quote: “You only hit a straight ball by accident… so you’d better make it go one way or the other.”
We break down what that really means, and whether trying to shape every shot is actually helping your game or quietly widening your dispersion. Using real launch monitor data, on-course experience, and some ball-flight physics, we explore why tighter shot p
Will AI Kill Golf Instruction?
In this episode, Jon and Adam explore where golf technology is heading after some eye-opening demos at the PGA Show, including AI-powered swing analysis and voice-interactive simulator coaching. They wrestle with the big question: will these tools actually make golfers better, or are we overestimating what AI can realistically diagnose and communicate? The conversation then shifts into a practical
How Golfers Should Train for Speed, Longevity, and Fewer Injuries w/ Chris Finn
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Chris Finn of PAR4Success unpacks what actually matters in golf fitness - and where most golfers go wrong. In this episode, we discuss:
Research-driven insights on aging, mobility, strength, and power, including what truly correlates with clubhead speed.
Overspeed training myths, why mo
How Grip Technique Can Change Your Swing w/ Shauheen Nakhjavani
Renowned swing instructor Shauheen Nakhjavani joins us to discuss how different grip techniques can alter your golf swing. Find out why the older information might not apply, and how good match-ups are the key to helping control wrist angles and your clubface direction
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The Real Signs You’re Becoming a Better Golfer (Part 2)
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In this episode, Jon and Adam explore a simple question: what does actually getting better at golf look like beyond just shooting lower scores? They break down practical, experience-based signs of improvement - from losing fewer balls and avoiding compounding mistakes to making better strategic decisions when
The Real Signs You’re Becoming a Better Golfer (Part 1)
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In this episode, Jon and Adam explore a simple question: what does actually getting better at golf look like beyond just shooting lower scores? They break down practical, experience-based signs of improvement - from losing fewer balls and avoiding compounding mistakes to making better strategic decisions when thin
The Truth About L.A.B. Putters w/ Woody Lashen & Sonny Burgo
In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by club-fitting experts Woody Lashen and Sonny Burgo from Pete's Golf to unpack what’s really going on with the surge in zero-torque style putters, most notably from L.A.B. Golf. They explain who these putters can genuinely help, who they can hurt, and why no putter technology is ever a one-size-fits-all solution. The conversation expands into how elite fit
The Art of Looking Ahead & Setting Goals w/ Kent Osbourne (Part 2)
In Part II of our discussion with Kent Osbourne, we discuss productive ways to look ahead in your next year of golf and set goals properly.
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The Art of Reflection on Your Past Year w/ Kent Osbourne
Before you can think about your goals in 2026, you have to reflect properly on your last year. In this episode, we revisit a conversation with performance coach Kent Osbourne on specific steps to make this happen.
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Why Trying Not to Think About Your Score Makes Golf Harder
In this episode, Jon and Adam tackle two difficult questions golfers wrestle with all the time. First, they dig into why trying not to think about your score often backfires - and how understanding scoring ranges, perspective, and better mental “redirects” can quiet the obsession without pretending it doesn’t exist. Then they break down the real pros and cons of online versus in-person lessons, in
The Flaws You Should Never Fix (And the Ones You Must)
In this episode, Jon and Adam dive into a new framework Jon calls the “In Spite Of” model - an honest look at the flaws every golfer has, and how you can still play great golf anyway. They unpack why some quirks should be ignored, others need ongoing management, and a select few truly deserve your attention. Along the way, they share examples from tour pros, their students, and their own games to
A 15 Handicap Tries to Go Pro w/ Tom Coyne
Everyone wants to know how good they could get with unlimited time and resources. Renowned author Tom Coyne joins the show to discuss the time he tried this for his best-selling book, Paper Tiger.
We also discuss some of his work for the Golfer's Journal's newest book release - Quiet, Please. To learn more about this project, you can visit https://www.golfersjournal.com/
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Gene Parente Busts Myths With His Golf Robot
In this episode, we bring back Gene Parente from Golf Laboratories to break down some of the most eye-opening robot tests we’ve ever discussed on the show. From wet-vs-dry performance to why a 95 mph swing can keep up with 105 when you optimize impact, Gene explains the data in a way every golfer can actually use on the course. We also dive into mini-drivers, three-woods, gear effect, and the hidd
Wild Playing Partner Behavior & Swing Shaming
In this episode, we discuss how Adam was "swing shamed" on social media and how it reveals some truths and myths about swing aesthetics. Jon also recounts the wildest behavior he's ever seen from a playing partner in a recent tournament. We discuss how to deal with distractions and how to avoid becoming one yourself.
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When NOT to Hit Driver & Beginner Fundamentals
In this episode, Adam and I take a deep dive into when you actually shouldn’t hit driver—because despite what modern analytics say, there are times when it makes sense to leave it in the bag. We talk through how to evaluate risk vs. reward off the tee, why certain holes (like tight doglegs and pinched fairways) punish driver, and how to make smarter decisions that protect your score. Adam also sha
How to Filter Golf Advice
We revisit our episode on how more golf advice (especially on the swing) is available than ever. But is consuming too much of it making you better or worse? We discuss common mistakes and how best to filter out information—even from Adam and Jon!
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Making a Swing Change at the Highest Level w/ Mackenzie Hughes
PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes joins the show to recap his 2025 season. He discusses how seeing Chris Como and Scott Hamilton are reshaping the concept of his golf swing, how maintaining identity is hard for pro golfers, and the goals he's set for himself in 2026.
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You’re Not Chunking or Thinning It - You’re Missing Your Arc Depth
In this episode, Jon and Adam unpack one of golf’s most overlooked fundamentals — arc depth, the vertical dimension of your swing that determines whether you strike it pure, fat, or thin. They explain how it differs from attack angle and plane, why it’s the “hidden force” behind contact quality, and how you can train it using simple feedback drills. Jon also shares lessons from a conversation with
Why Golf Makes You Angry (and How to Stop Sabotaging Your Game)
In this episode, Jon opens up about a recent tournament where he lost his temper on the course for the first time in years and what it revealed about perfectionism, ego, and expectation management in golf. He and Adam break down why anger shows up for golfers of every level, from the feeling of helplessness to tying our self-worth to our scores. The conversation explores how to recognize when frus
How To Control Your Distance With Your Irons
In this episode, we revisit how to control your distance with irons. Every round, you will encounter shots where you seem to be caught between clubs. Do you choose a longer club and take something off? Or do you go with a shorter iron and try to swing harder? We clear up many of these concepts in this episode!
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Stop Chasing “I’ll Be Happy When”: Golf’s Most Dangerous Illusion w/ Karl Morris
Performance coach Karl Morris joins the show to discuss a ton of topics, including:
Mindset trap to avoid: the “I’ll be happy when…” illusion - chasing scores or milestones rarely delivers lasting fulfillment; reset what success means to reduce threat and play freer
Reframing golf as a series of puzzles; give your mind a fresh, solvable problem each shot (instead of a vague “one shot at a t
Concept vs. Mechanics: Why Your Swing Changes Never Stick
Most golfers think new equipment is the answer, but the truth is one lesson can often do more than a $1,000 driver. In this episode, Adam and Jon dig into why so many players struggle to change their swing, the role that concepts and external cues play, and how Adam fixed a 60-yard slice in just a few swings with a simple drill. We also tackle a listener question about match play strateg - how to
Embracing Chaos: How Mike Kim Broke Through on the PGA Tour
PGA Tour winner Mike Kim joins the show to discuss his breakthrough year. We discuss changes he made in his swing, working on chipping with Joe Mayo, how he embraces playing golf in "chaos," and some of his top tips for recreational golfers.
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The Mount Rushmore of Golf Fears (And How to Beat Them) w/ Josh Nichols
Golf mental coach Josh Nichols joins us for a deep dive into the real mental game: separating “band-aid” tactics from the bedrock beliefs that actually free you up to play. Josh shares what he learned on the way to the U.S. Mid-Am final, plus why most golfers’ biggest fears quietly run the show.
You’ll hear practical tools for pre-round prep, handling first-tee nerves, designing a pre-shot rout
Do Golf Balls Matter That Much & Common Myths Busted
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Jon and Adam kick off with a detailed look at golf balls - whether premium models like the Pro V1X truly offer an advantage, what the data says about distance, spin, and aerodynamics, and how much ball choice really matters for different skill levels. They share insights from Ballnamic testing
How Golfers Can Prevent and Manage Back Pain w/ Gavin Routledge
Back pain is one of the biggest issues keeping golfers from playing their best—or from playing at all. In this episode, back pain expert Gavin Routledge unpacks why so many golfers suffer, the biggest myths about back injuries, and how you can build a plan to play golf without pain.
We cover:
• The “Cliff of Pain” concept and how to stay far away from it
• Why your back pain may not be coming
How Do Temperature, Wind, Altitude, and Humidity Alter Ball Flight?
This week, we're rewinding to our episode on how the elements affect ball flight! Chris Broadie and Marty Jertson from PING/Ballnamic join us to discuss the big 4. How do wind, temperature, humidity, and altitude alter ball flight? You are definitely going to learn something new and will likely change your mind on what you've been told all these years.
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The Truth About Shot Shaping: Why Curving the Ball Isn’t Always Better
Everyone talks about hitting fades and draws… but should you actually be shaping the ball both ways? In this episode, we explore the real tradeoffs of intentional shot shaping versus playing more neutral - including how it affects dispersion, confidence, and your ability to manage the course. We also break down why most golfers misunderstand “two-way misses,” and how face control (not curve) is wh
How to Deal With Scar Tissue In Your Golf Game
If you play golf long enough, you will develop plenty of scar tissue. Adam and Jon share some personal experiences to highlight how our mistakes and setbacks are necessary to achieve what we want in our golf games.
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How Grip Size and Pressure Can Reduce Dispersion by 30% w/ Liam Mucklow
Golf coach Liam Mucklow joins us to share some interesting data he uncovered in his study on grip pressure and size. We learn how the size of your grip can reduce dispersion by over 30% and how grip strength and pressure are among the "secrets" to achieving better golf swings.
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The Science of Attack Angle and Arc Depth
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This episode explores the concept of attack angle and arc depth. We explore the tradeoffs in technique, how these are two different (but related) concepts, and how you can make meaningful changes based on your swing tendencies.
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The Timeless Wisdom of Harvey Penick's Little Red Book
Harvey Penick's Little Red Book is regarded as one of the best golf books ever written. In this episode, we break down some of the top takeaways from the book that remain relevant today, despite being decades old. What's old is new again!
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Ground Reaction Forces & Ball Rollback w/ Dr. Sasho Mackenzie
Dr. Sasho Mackenzie joins the show to discuss the role of ground reaction forces in the golf swing, his thoughts on the golf ball rollback, and several other topics!
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How to Overcome Avoidance
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of embracing your driver and how this translates to other parts of your game where it's easy to "avoid" your weaknesses. Additionally, we discuss benchmarks in impact location and their influence on ball flight.
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Analyzing Rory's Rollercoaster Masters Victory w/ Dr Gio Valiante
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Renowned performance coach Dr. Gio Valiante joins the show to discuss Rory McIlroy's roller-coaster Masters victory.
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Managing Expectations for Better Golf
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In this episode, Jon and Adam Young discuss their personal journeys in golf, focusing on the experiences of late bloomers, managing expectations, and the emotional aspects of the game. They explore the concept of skill development as a form of compound interest, the importance of access to golf, and the evolution of their pr
How to Vary Your Practice In Different Parts of the Year
This week, we're going back in the catalog a few years to revisit how you should change your practice habits depending on the time of year.
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Steve Williams Recounts Tiger's Major Run in Together We Roared
Steve Williams and Evin Priest join us to discuss their new book, Together We Roared. We discuss some of Steve's top memories and insights caddying for Tiger Woods during their legendary twelve-year partnership.
If you are a fan of Tiger or golf history in general, you will not want to miss this one!
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Simplifying Complex Golf Concepts w/ Mike Finney
In this episode, Mike Finney explores the evolution of golf instruction, the impact of historical teaching methods, and the importance of understanding biomechanics and ball flight laws. We discuss the influence of the Golf Machine, the necessity of unlearning outdated concepts, and the role of clubface control. Most importantly, Mike explains how to simplify complex topics for golfers who should
The Power of Big Data w/ Fabrice Mowbray
How can big data actually help you shoot lower scores? In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by Fabrice Mowbray—a data scientist and golf enthusiast—to explore how the same principles used in predictive clinical modeling can be applied to golf improvement. They dig into what big data really means, why small data can be misleading, and how golfers can use their own stats to make smarter decision
Mastering Green Reading with Ralph Bauer
Renowned putting coach Ralph Bauer shares insights on how to read greens more effectively using his Tour Read system. In this episode, we cover:
Common green reading mistakes
Why your read quality can affect your stroke
How to use your eyes properly
and much more
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Micro vs. Macro: The Invisible Forces Shaping Your Golf Game
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Adam's book, The Practice Manual, celebrates its 10th anniversary and 100k copies sold mark! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of golf instruction, the importance of understanding impact laws, and the distinction between macro and micro techniques in improving golf performance.
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How Do You Align Yourself Properly to Your Target?
In this episode, we revisit how to align yourself to your target. There's a ton of nuance to explore and no right answers for every golfer!
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Unlocking A Golfer's Mind with Julie Elion
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Julie Elion is one of the most successful mental coaches in golf. She has worked with athletes who have won over $500m in career earnings, 150 PGA Tour wins, and 25 Major Championship wins over the course of her 25-year career. Many of you k
How to Increase Your Golf IQ - Part 2
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In this two-part series, Jon and Adam explore the concept of Golf IQ and how to increase it. Some topics we explore include:
The CAT system includes Concepts, Awareness, and Techniques.
How to apply the knowledge you learn off the course d
How to Increase Your Golf IQ - Part 1
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In this two-part series, Jon and Adam explore the concept of Golf IQ and how to increase it. Some topics we explore include:
The CAT system includes Concepts, Awareness, and Techniques.
How to apply knowledge you learn off the course durin
The Art and Science of Putting w/ David Orr
Renowned putting coach David Orr joins us to discuss the intricacies of putting performance while busting some commonly held myths. Understand how stroke mechanics, green reading, speed control, and other aspects of putting all contribute to a common goal - making more putts inside of 10 feet and three putting less often.
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The Evolution of Golf Instruction w/ Luke Kerr-Dineen
Luke Kerr-Dineen from Golf Digest joins us to discuss some of his top game-improvement content. We discuss Scottie Scheffler's strategic decisions, challenging the top players to his "grid" combine, Moe Norman's swing, and Luke's philosophy on the golf swing.
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Challenging Traditional Goal Setting
Jon and Adam discuss a recent study that suggests traditional, outcome-based goals may not lead to the best performance. You'll get plenty of ideas on how to set goals in your golf game and personal life from this episode!
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In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than t
Billy Mayfair Opens Up About His Autism Diagnosis
5-time PGA Tour winner Billy Mayfair joins the show to discuss his recent autism diagnosis and reflects upon his career highlights, including being the only golfer to beat Tiger Woods in a playoff.
To learn more about Billy and his foundation, you can visit his website: https://www.billymayfair.org/
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Gary Christian's Incredible Journey to the PGA Tour
Gary Christian was one of the oldest rookies in PGA Tour history. He joins the show to share his inspiring story of how he fulfilled his dreams of making it to the highest level of professional golf after a long series of setbacks on developmental tours. This is one of the most emotional stories we've ever shared on the Sweet Spot; you won't want to miss this one!
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What Do You Need to Know About the Golf Swing to Improve?
In this episode, we explore whether or not golfers need to know a lot about the golf swing to improve. Jon also shares his recent clubfitting experience.
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Revisiting How to Build Positive Habits In Your Golf Game
This episode explores ideas for positive habits you can add to your golf game on and off the course. We hope listeners will take some of these to heart and think of others they can add!
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In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to co
PING's Wedge Study Explained w/ Paul Wood
In this episode, Jon and Adam discuss the intricacies of wedge play with Paul Wood from PING. They delve into PING's ground-breaking research surrounding wedge impact, ground contact, and the role of angle of attack.
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Winter Practice Ideas Rewind
Offseason fast approaching? We have a ton of ideas on how to spend your winter productively as we rewind to the first-ever Sweet Spot episode.
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Year End Review & Playing Lessons
Jon and Adam do a year-end review of their games to give you some ideas on evaluating your own. Also, Adam discusses how on-course playing lessons should be structured and how they provide different benefits than traditional swing lessons on the range.
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Deconstructing High-Level Golf w/ Will Knauth
Will Knauth was a standout college golfer and the winner of the Byron Nelson Award. He's currently a PhD candidate in statistics at Columbia University and consults with PGA Tour players on strategy. We cover a wide range of topics, including:
How to make swing changes
Playing in a PGA Tour event
Using launch monitors effectively
Dealing with pressure in tournaments
Proper strategy using stat
Gene Parente Breaks Down Golf's Biggest Equipment Myths w/ Robot Testing
Gene Parente, the founder of Golf Laboratories, joins the show to discuss his many decades of experience with robot testing. Gene has been at the forefront of tons of industry research for golf OEMs, pro golfers, and many others. In this episode, we discuss:
The history of Golf Laboratories (founded 1990) and how the end of the Cold War influenced golf technology through aerospace materials
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Revisiting Practice Feedback
If you are practicing without feedback, it's like throwing darts blindfolded. The right feedback will help you practice more effectively and make the right changes. Adam and Jon discuss various types of feedback you can use in your practice sessions to help you improve your performance on the course.
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Shallowing the Club & First Tee Jitters
This episode explores two topics - shallowing the golf club and first tee jitters. Shallowing the club has been a very popular topic for years, and Adam breaks down how it can benefit golfers, but more importantly, if it's relevant to you. We also discuss how to handle first tee jitters.
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Ted Scott Shares Insights from His PGA Tour Journey
Ted Scott joins us to discuss his 25+ year journey as a PGA Tour caddie. He shares some of his top stories caddying for Scottie Scheffler and Bubba Watson. We also discuss Ted's coaching philosophy and how, with these insights into the mental game, he helped his players through some of the biggest moments.
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Mackenzie Hughes Talks Presidents Cup, 2024 Season & Answers Listener Questions
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