Pivot The Path
Pivot the Path is a golf podcast that focuses on the science and biomechanics behind improving your game. Hosted by Scott Young, founder of SSWING, a premier indoor golf facility in New York City, the show cuts through common golf advice with a fact-based perspective. As a PGA professional and former tour player, Young shares insights to help listeners understand what truly drives success on the course. New episodes are released every Thursday.
Episodes
EP 140: Perseverance Wins: Five Tours, Five Winners
Five tours, five winners, and one common thread: the people who win are the ones who keep showing up.Jeeno Thitikul put a tee shot in the water on 16 at the LOTTE Championship in Hawaii, then answered with a birdie on 17 to win her fourth LPGA title of 2026 and 11th of her career. Adrian Meronk came from four shots back to win the Alfred Dunhill Links, ten years after his pro debut at the
EP 139: Medinah Magic, Admiring Gotterup & an 8-Year-Old's Hot Take
The Presidents Cup delivered one of the wildest final days in years — down 10.5 to 7.5 heading into Sunday singles, the U.S. stormed back at Medinah to retain the Cup. Scott breaks down the comeback and why Chris Gotterup deserves a hard look this week — not because you should copy his swing, but because you should admire his brute strength, timing and athleticism. Gotterup's move is unor
EP 138: Why JJ Spaun's Rotation Is Worth Emulating
We start this episode with the week's winners. On the Korn Ferry Tour, Scotland's Sandy Scott erased a four-shot deficit with a final-round 65 to win the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship at 18-under, earning his 2027 PGA Tour card. On the PGA Tour, Jacob Bridgeman rallied from five shots back with a career-best 61 to win the inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville by two, his
EP 137: Calm in the Corner: The Quiet Side of Improvement
Our improvement pivot this week comes from the tennis world and the US Open men's final. Ben Shelton didn't win on Sunday — Zverev took it in four — but if you were watching the box, you saw the real story. Bryan Shelton, Ben's dad and coach, sat through two weeks of 3 a.m. finishes, a five-set war with Alcaraz, and a final that slipped away, and never changed his face. No panic, no theat
EP 136: Does Scottie Scheffler Have a Swing You Want to Copy?
Scottie Scheffler closed out the FedEx Cup at East Lake, rallying from three back with a final-round 66 for his second FedEx Cup title and 22nd PGA Tour win. This week Scott breaks down what actually separates Scheffler from the rest of the tour — it's not the longest swing or the prettiest one, it's what happens between his ears when the tournament's on the line. Scott gets into the nerv
EP 135: How Clark Won the BMW — Breaking Down a Champion's Swing
This week on the pod, we're breaking down one of the gutsiest closes we've seen all year — Wyndham Clark held off Rory McIlroy at the BMW Championship, giving back a five-shot lead before closing with three straight birdies to win by three. Third win of his season, plus the U.S. Open, and he's punched his ticket to the Presidents Cup team. From there, we're kicking off a brand new segment
EP 134: Why Consistency Is Key
Kelly Slater goes wave-for-wave with surfers half his age at the WSL Tahiti Open, finishing 9th at 54 years old. Jeff Winter ends a 5-year drought at the Danish Open. Ross Streelman locks up his 2027 PGA Tour card. Jeeno Thitikul picks up win #3 on the LPGA. And World #1 Scottie Scheffler dominates round one of the playoffs by 8 shots — proof that his 2026 season has been built on consist
EP 133: A Quick Round Is A Good Round
This week on Pivot The Path, we're coming off a wild final round at the Wyndham Championship — the last stop before the FedEx Cup Playoffs field gets locked in. Michael Brennan once again proved his nerve under pressure, with a final round -6, including 5 consecutive birdies to hold off a strong, albeit, up and down round from Beau Hossler - searching for his maiden victory. As a family b
EP 132: It's Not How Far, It's How Precise
Michael Thorbjornsen finally broke through in Detroit — a bogey-free, career-low 63 to win his first PGA Tour title at the last-ever Rocket Classic, running down third-round leader Davis Riley. His words after the win say it all: "It doesn't matter how far you hit it. It matters if you can hit certain numbers and certain shots." Scott's been saying it for years — Michael just proved it on
EP 131: Dominate. Trust. Confidence.
A 21-year-old in just his third pro start went at two par-5s down the stretch — including a 233-yard approach with the lead on the line — and beat World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler by three. Written on Jackson Koivun's glove that week: Dominate. Trust. Confidence. Three words that turned out to be the whole story. This week, Scott breaks down Koivun's stunning 3M Open win and Lucas Herbert's
EP 130: The Putt That Shook The Open
Ryan Fox won The Open at Royal Birkdale with an 11-foot, hands-shaking putt on 18 — and Scott breaks down the biomechanics that let his body take over when his mind couldn't. It's a lesson in how to Own Your SSWING when it matters most: train the big muscles, trust them under pressure. Plus: Adam Scott quietly makes his 101st straight major start (second only to Jack Nicklaus all-time), t
EP 129: Attack Your Game. Don't Wait For It To Happen.
There's a reason pressure feels different for 220 million Brazilians hoping their team advances in the World Cup than it does for 5.5 million Norwegians who are just thrilled to be on the pitch. Pressure isn't the same for everyone — and this week on the PGA Tour, we watched that exact dynamic play out on a golf course.Chris Gotterup teed off six groups back at the John Deere Classic with
EP 128: Precision in Practice, Trust on the Course
Precision in practice. Trust on the course. That's the theme this week — and Viktor Hovland just proved it in the most dramatic way possible.Episode 128 is here, and Scott's breaking down one of the wildest weekends we've seen in a while. The Travelers Championship — the last $20M Signature Event of the year — couldn't even finish on Sunday. Scheffler and Hovland finished tied at 21-under
EP 127: Hold Your Nerve — The Mental-Physical Connection Under Pressure
This week's US Open and Meijer LPGA Classic told the same story from opposite ends — Wyndham Clark grinding down a hostile Shinnecock crowd to win his second US Open, and Lottie Woad missing a two-footer with the Meijer title right there. Two world-class players, same moment: when the mind spirals, the body follows.That's exactly what we unpack in this episode. Grip pressure spikes, breat
EP 126: Be Honest About Your Game
This past weekend, champions were made across every sport — and the ones who won all had one thing in common: they looked their weaknesses dead in the eye and got to work.On the PGA Tour at the RBC Canadian Open, Bud Cauley, the 36 year old, finally got his first win — his 239th start — and it didn't come off the tee. It came from a chip-in on 12 and a wedge to the heart of 18. His short
EP 125: Pressure, Perseverance & the Long Game
This past weekend reminded us why we love this game. At the center of it all was Nelly Korda, who won her first U.S. Women's Open at Riviera — her fourth major — with a clutch birdie on 17 and a par putt on 18 that circled the lip and dropped in for the win. Seven shots off the lead after round one, she made a grip change on her sister Jessica's advice and shot 67-67-69 to close it out. T
EP 124: Learn to Love the Mundane — A Lesson from the Charles Schwab Challenge
The most important putting lesson of the year didn't come from the winner. Russell Henley birdied his final three holes in regulation to catch 54-hole leader Eric Cole, then converted again in the playoff to win the Charles Schwab Challenge at 12-under. Cole, 37, had been here before — this was his third runner-up finish on the PGA Tour and his first win is still waiting. But here's what'
EP 123: From Long Shot to Major Champion: Aaron Rai's Master Class in Quieting the Noise
Aaron Rai just shocked the golf world — but was it really a shock?At the 2026 PGA Championship, a 290-1 long shot stepped onto one of the most crowded leaderboards in major championship history and did something most players never figure out: he turned down the volume. While Rory McIlroy chased history, Jon Rahm lurked, and a packed field jostled for position at Aronimink, Aaron Rai went
EP 122: Integrity, Consistency & Showing Up When No One's Watching
This week on Pivot the Path, Scott breaks down one of the most remarkable weekends across the tours — and the through-line is something every golfer (and every human) can take away.Cam Young goes wire-to-wire at Doral and wins by six — but one simple moment has nothing to do with the scorecard. He called a penalty on himself that nobody else saw. Then birdied the next hole. That's not jus
EP 121: There Is No “Wrong” in Golf—Only Consequences
There is no “wrong” in golf—only consequences. The best players in the world learn how to adapt.It’s a simple idea, but it changes everything.This week, we look at Matt Fitzpatrick and his cross-handed chipping grip—something that, to many, might look unconventional. But here’s the truth: it’s not wrong. It just produces a certain left hand position that works for Matt under pressure when
EP 120: Mastery Lives in the Monotony
At every level of professional golf, the separation isn’t just distance or power anymore—it’s the ability to move the ball intentionally. Left-to-right, right-to-left, flighted, controlled. The best players in the world aren’t married to one shot shape—they own both.That was especially clear in the playoff where even Scottie Scheffler showed a rare crack in the armor. In a moment where sh
EP 119: Two in a Row: The Masters Recap & The Bigger Picture
Rory McIlroy is now just the fourth player in Masters history to win back-to-back green jackets — joining Jack Nicklaus, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods in one of golf’s most exclusive clubs.The ball striking was impeccable. The shot shaping — both ways — a masterclass.But this episode isn’t just about Rory.And then there’s Bryson DeChambeau — one of the most fascinating players in the game r
EP 118: The Masters: Why Putting Defines the First Major of the Year
With The Masters just around the corner, all eyes turn to Augusta — where the difference isn’t just how you strike it, but how you roll it.At the highest level, putting isn’t just feel — it’s a learned skill, built through precise practice, clarity, commitment, and control.The best players in the world aren’t guessing on the greens.They understand the slope.They trust their read.And most
EP 117: Stay in the Fight — Why the Grind Always Matters
This week’s episode was inspired by an incredible moment in the game—Gary Woodland’s win, and the reminder it gave all of us.Because what made this victory so powerful wasn’t just the golf—it was everything behind it.Over the past year, Gary has faced significant health challenges, including undergoing brain surgery and openly sharing his battle with post-traumatic stress disorder. The ki
EP 116: Stop Fighting the Golf Course. Start Working With It.
This past weekend in professional golf delivered a clear reminder of how the game is meant to be played.At the highest level, players aren’t forcing their swing onto the course — they’re responding to it. They recognize the shape of the hole, the angles it presents, and the shot it requires. Whether it’s a soft fade into a tucked pin or a draw that follows the design of the fairway, the b
EP 115: How the Macro Swing Influences Every Club in the Bag
In this week's episode, we step back and connect the dots from the last several episodes. One of the biggest challenges in golf is the gap between what you feel and what is actually happening. That disconnect often leads golfers to believe they need a different swing for every club in the bag. In reality, great golfers rely on one motion — a macro movement pattern that carries through the
EP 114: Why Your Mechanics Control Your Ball Flight
Technology in golf has never been more powerful — launch monitors, swing cameras, and data are everywhere. But without understanding the mechanics behind the numbers, the data alone won’t help you improve.In this episode of Pivot The Path, we break down why mechanics always come first. The ball flight you see is simply the result of how your body moves and how the club travels through spa
EP 113: Stop Chasing Your Longest Shot. Start Building Your Most Dependable One.
This week on Pivot The Path, we take inspiration from the epic gold-medal win by the United States men's national ice hockey team — their first in 46 years — and explore what it teaches us about elite performance across all sports, especially golf.From hockey to the fairways, the lesson is the same: championships aren’t built on highlight moments — they’re built on preparation, trust, and
EP 112: Beyond Talent: How Setbacks and Comebacks Define the Journey
This week on Pivot The Path, we look beyond raw talent and into what truly shapes a golfer’s journey — resilience, process, and the courage to keep showing up.Inspired by their performances this weekend across LIV Golf and the PGA Tour — and the contrasting stories of Anthony Kim and Collin Morikawa — we break down two very different paths: the bravery of a comeback and the discipline of
EP 111: Performance Lives in Preparation — How Gear Effect Shapes Ball Flight
This week’s episode rides the momentum across global tournament golf — from James Nicholas breaking through on the Korn Ferry Tour, Elvis Smylie making an immediate statement on LIV Golf, and Patrick Reed returning to the winner’s circle on the DP World Tour, to a Jersey-tough performance from Gotterup on the PGA Tour. All of it unfolds alongside Super Bowl weekend and the kickoff of the
EP 110: Be Detailed: Why Process Wins Under Pressure
This week’s Improvement Pivot Point is simple, but decisive: Be Detailed.The Farmers Insurance Open gave us a masterclass in what that actually looks like. Justin Rose set the tone with a rare wire-to-wire performance on the PGA Tour — the kind of win that isn’t about riding momentum, but about creating it early and protecting it with discipline. From the opening round onward, it was fair
EP 109: Choosing The Right Shot at the Right Time
In golf, progress is rarely decided by the hardest swing or the boldest shot — it’s decided by the choice you make when the moment demands restraint. This past weekend’s PGA and DP World Tour results reinforced a simple truth: the players who keep moving forward aren’t chasing moments — they’re choosing wisely.In this week's episode, we explore the Improvement Pivot Point that shows up un
EP 108: Clarity Under Pressure
In today’s golf landscape, clarity matters more than ever. Opportunities reward those who are prepared — and pressure shows up earlier in the journey.In this week’s episode, we explore why clarity — not comfort — is becoming the true competitive advantage in professional golf and everyday improvement. Following last week’s conversation with Julian Sanchez, this episode examines what separ
EP 107: Seeing Beyond Limits — Julian Sanchez on Living Life Fully and Playing Golf Without Sight
In this episode of Pivot The Path, we sit down with Julian Sanchez—who lost his sight at age nine due to a rare disease, yet never lost his vision for what was possible. Today, Julian works at one of the world’s top banks, navigates life and career with intention, and is a proud member of the SSWING community.Julian is a successful multi-organ transplant recipient and lymphoma survivor. H
EP 106: How to Become a Better Golfer in 2026: Clarity, Connection, Consistency
What does it actually take to become a better golfer in 2026?In Episode 106 of Pivot The Path, we focus on what truly drives lasting improvement: clarity, connection, and consistency. As golf continues to evolve — from technology and data to training methods and expectations — the golfers who improve are the ones who understand what to train, why they’re training it, and how it connects t
EP 105: From 2025 Breakthroughs to 2026 Momentum — Lessons, Pivots & What’s Next
As we close out 2025, this episode of Pivot The Path is all about reflection, clarity, and momentum.In Episode 105, we recap the five biggest golf improvement lessons from the past year — what actually helped golfers play better, move better, and think smarter on the course. From understanding movement and managing the golf IQ side of the game to building trust and consistency, these are
EP 104: Practice With Intent: The Bloodwork of Your Golf Game
In this week’s episode, we keep building off the Break 75 Blueprint — the framework helping everyday golfers tighten their scoring, eliminate wasted shots, and build consistency through smarter strategy and purposeful reps. We break down how small refinements in how you practice can create massive gains in how you play.Our Improvement Pivot Point is Practice With Intent — the difference b
EP 103: Learn to Shape the Ball Both Ways
In this week’s episode, we get into another key piece of the Break 75 Blueprint: learning to shape the ball both ways.Whether you’re aiming for a controlled fade or a confident draw, Scott breaks down the facts and simple physics and setup changes, creating correct process, eliminating guesswork.Master this, and you’ll unlock a whole new level of course management and ball control. A game
EP 102: The 8 Pre-Shot Routines Every Golfer Needs
This week on Pivot The Path, we take you through the 8 essential powerful pre-shot routines — building from the introduction last week — and show you how they can steady your game, sharpen your mind, and take your performance to the next level.From intention to alignment, breathing to visualization, tempo to commitment, we explore the routines that help golfers quiet the noise, build cons
EP 101: The Break 75 Blueprint
Ever feel like you’re close to breaking 75, but can’t quite put all the pieces together?In this episode, Scott reveals the five non-negotiable elements that separate hopeful ball-strikers from consistent scorers: a reliable pre-shot routine, precise alignment, equipment understanding, the ability to shape the ball both ways, and intentional practice. These aren’t just skills — they are th
EP 100: From Oars to Irons: Olympian Nareg Guregian’s Pivot from Rowing to Golf
From Olympic rower to new golfer, Nareg Guregian knows what it means to chase mastery.In this milestone 100th episode of Pivot The Path, we explore the transition from rowing to golf — the rhythm, the mechanics, and how elite athletes approach learning something entirely new.Whether you’re an Olympian or an everyday player, this conversation is about movement, mindset and the power of sta
EP 99: The Four Movement Pillars of a Consistent Swing
This week on Pivot The Path, we circle back to where it all begins — the body. We know the body holds the club, the club hits the ball and so it makes sense to us to start at the beginning. Building on recent episodes about efficiency, connection and athletic preparation, Scott discusses the four movement pillars that create a consistent, powerful golf swing.Just like the athletes we’ve h
EP 98: Putting It All Together: Building a Reliable, Efficient Golf Swing
In this week’s episode, Scott takes a deep dive into what it really means to build a golf swing you can trust — one that’s reliable, efficient and uniquely your own.Drawing on listener input and questions, he unpacks how different approaches to learning and improving can be both refreshing and revealing. The discussion explores the “why” behind SSWING’s vision — a truly holistic view of g
EP 97: Use It or Lose It — The Physiology Behind Your Golf Game
What are the parallels between an NFL player and your average golfer? More than you might think. Recently, NFL legend Jason Kelce asked himself a simple question: Could I still complete an NFL workout now that I’m retired? The result was a humbling reminder that even elite athletes lose strength, speed and capability if they stop training for the demands of their sport.And the truth is, t
EP 96: Face First: Mastering the Variables Behind Ball Control
In this episode, we dive into one of the most important — yet often misunderstood — parts of the game: face strike. From swing path and lie angle to shaft flex, weight distribution and even how your body moves through impact, every small detail plays a role in how the club face meets the ball. And here’s the truth — there’s no single “magic fix.” Great ball control isn’t about one swing t
EP 95: Mastering Ball Control: Smarter Practice & Realistic Goals
In this episode, we unpack one of the most important skills in golf: ball control. Mastering your ball flight isn’t about perfection—it’s about setting realistic goals, managing expectations and learning how to practice with purpose. Good process leads to good scoring, and with the help of camera-based simulators, you can see, adjust and refine in real time. This is where golfers learn no
EP 94: Never Out of the Fight: Resilience & Mateship at the Ryder Cup
This week’s episode dives into the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black—a stage where pride, teamwork, and resilience shine brighter than individual glory. The drama, the pressure, and the unity on display felt reminiscent of the ANZAC spirit: mateship, courage, endurance, and sacrifice for the greater collective. Just as ANZAC embodies the power of individuals coming together for something bigger
EP 93: Ryder Cup Preview: What’s Ahead & How Tech Can Elevate Your Own Rounds
This week, we dive into one of golf’s most anticipated events—the 45th Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black. We’ll unpack what lies ahead for Team USA and Team Europe, explore the drama and intensity this event always delivers, and take a closer look at Bethpage itself—one of the toughest, most iconic public courses in the world.But it’s not just about watching history unfold. We’ll dig into the t
EP 92: Measuring True Improvement: What Really Counts + Fall Golf’s Big Winners
In this week’s episode, we dig into one of the most important questions for any golfer: what truly measures improvement? Data is the foundation of progress, and training indoors is essential for uncovering the core of your improvement journey. Camera-measured feedback remains the gold standard—giving golfers the ability to track consistency, ball flight control, and the real indicators th
EP 91: What Really Matters for Improvement + Irish Open & Walker Cup Highlights
This week’s episode of Pivot the Path zeroes in on the Improvement Pivot Point: knowing which fundamentals matter most for real improvement. By focusing your practice sessions with purpose, every swing, rep, and moment on the range can translate into lasting improvement. While golf often faces hurdles of accessibility, there are always opportunities to sharpen your game. On the profession
EP 90: Recenter and Refocus: What Golfers Can Learn from the US Open Tennis
This week, we explore the parallels between golf and the US Open Tennis, diving into Coco Gauff’s bold decision to shake things up with her biomechanics coach—and how that same fearless mindset applies to your game. We talk about staying committed year-round and focusing on what really matters: getting the ball from point A to point B with consistency and confidence. Plus, we recap the Om
EP 89: Tommy’s Triumph: Why Feel Isn’t Always Real in Practice
This week on Pivot The Path, we’re breaking down Tommy Fleetwood’s Tour Championship triumph and the powerful lessons behind his revamped pre-shot routine—proof that mastering your process can lead to big results. We’re also celebrating Brooke Henderson’s incredible LPGA win in Canada and Alex Noren’s 11th DP World Tour title, showcasing consistency and grit at the highest level.In this e
EP 88: Flow State Golf: Scheffler’s Dominance, Mental Freedom & The Art of Chipping
This week, we’re diving into what it really means to play golf with purpose—moving the ball from point A to point B, no matter the situation—where mental sharpness, unwavering focus and total control converge.Scottie Scheffler’s Weekend Mastery — How he continues to thrive under pressure, operating in the elusive “flow” state that separates the elite from the rest.The Art of Precision Chi
EP 87: Putting Makes Perfect: What Rosie’s Fed Ex St. Jude Win Can Teach Your Game
What a weekend of golf! Such exciting wins across the PGA, Korn Ferry, and LIV Tours—a global reminder that while driving distance turns heads, putting wins trophies.Scott recaps all the action before zeroing in on the inspiration for this week’s Improvement Pivot Point: Justin Rose’s magnificent victory.This episode dives into The Power of Putting—why it’s the great equalizer in golf, ho
EP 86: Rookies & Repeat Winners + Bunker Breakouts
If bunkers still weigh on your game, you are not alone. This week, Scott breaks down the mindset and mechanics you need to escape the sand with confidence and control.He also shares a simple practice tool—a face alignment arrow—that can instantly improve your aim and bunker setup.Because to Own Your SSWING means facing the parts of your game that hold you back—and finding a smarter way fo
EP 85: Own Your SSWING Like Scottie: The Process That Won The 153rd Open Championship
This week, Scott breaks down Scottie Scheffler’s dominant win at The Open—where precision met peace of mind. Fresh off a candid press conference, Scottie admitted, “This is not a fulfilling life… does it fill the deepest wants and desires of my heart? Absolutely not.” And yet, he stepped onto Royal Portrush utterly unflappable. No theatrics. No panic. Just a grounded mindset, trust in his
EP 84: From Clutch Wins to Classic Fairways: A Weekend of Golf + 125 Years of Play
Kicking things off this week with a recap of all the action across the tours—from the PGA and LPGA to Korn Ferry, LIV, and DP World. Grace Kim stepped up big-time to win her first major at the Evian, Chris Gotterup grabbed a huge win in Scotland and Neal Shipley made a big move on the Korn Ferry and William Mouw secured his first pro victory on the PGA Tour.Then we pivot to what really ma
EP 83: Campbell’s Clutch Win, Brown’s Momentum, and 3 Moves to Own Your SSWING
This week on Pivot The Path, Scott dives into Brian Campbell’s breakthrough win at the PGA Tour’s John Deere Classic. After a clutch birdie in regulation, Campbell sealed the deal in a playoff to capture his second PGA Tour title—a milestone moment that vaulted him to No. 28 in the FedEx Cup standings and No. 55 in the Official World Golf Ranking.Across the pond, Daniel Brown claimed his
EP 82: Maxed Out Summer Weekend of Golf: Big Wins, Playoff Pressure & the Power of a Proper Grip
From a five-hole playoff in Detroit to the exciting winners across the LPGA, LIV, DP World, and Korn Ferry Tours, this weekend had it all. Scott recaps the action—including Aldrich Potgieter’s historic PGA Tour win, Patrick Reed’s home-turf triumph at LIV Dallas, clutch team play at the LPGA Dow Championship, rising talent on the Korn Ferry Tour, and Adrien Saddier’s emotional win on his
EP 81: Keegan Wins, Minjee Shines & the Aussie 50 Club Hits the Links in Ireland
Lots of action this past weekend across the pro tours—starting with Keegan Bradley’s emotional win at the Travelers Championship, where he held off a stacked leaderboard to claim victory on home turf for the second time in three years. On the LPGA Tour, Minjee Lee delivered under pressure to win the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, earning $2.8 million and adding another major to her résumé
EP 80: JJ Spaun’s Father’s Day Fairytale: From 3AM CVS Run to U.S. Open Champion
What do you get when you mix a 3 a.m. pharmacy run for a sick toddler, a rain delay and the pressure of Oakmont on Father’s Day?A legendary win for JJ Spaun.In this episode, Scott breaks down Spaun’s gritty and emotional U.S. Open victory—from a bogey-filled front nine to a composed, clutch comeback and a memorable family celebration on the 18th green. As the only player to finish under p
EP 79: Perfectly Imperfect: The Ryan Fox Way to Own Your SSWING
It was a thrilling weekend across the tours, full of grit, breakthroughs and standout play. On the PGA Tour, Ryan Fox outlasted the field in a four-hole playoff to win the RBC Canadian Open—proof that relentless effort can beat perfect technique. Jennifer Kupcho snapped a three-year drought with a birdie to win the LPGA’s ShopRite Classic at –15. Austin Smotherman claimed the Korn Ferry’s
EP 78: Breakthroughs, Back-to-Backs & Ball Position Truths
It was a weekend of statement wins and milestone moments across the Tours. World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler defended his title at the Memorial Tournament, becoming the first since Tiger Woods to go back-to-back at Muirfield Village. On the LPGA Tour, Sweden’s Maja Stark captured her first major at the U.S. Women’s Open, holding off World No. 1 Nelly Korda and Japan’s Rio Takeda. Trace Crowe
EP 77: First-Time Winners & the Measured Path to Golf Improvement
What a weekend across the Tours! On the Korn Ferry Tour, Pontus Nyholm delivered a jaw-dropping finish at the Visit Knoxville Open, holing out for eagle in a playoff to claim his first title. Down in Mexico, LPGA rookie Chisato Iwai was unstoppable at the Riviera Maya Open, firing a 66 and cruising to a six-shot win—her first on Tour. In Belgium, Kristoffer Reitan staged a stunning comeba
EP 76: Scheffler Unflappable: Calm Under Pressure, Positive in Motion, Committed to the Path
This week on Pivot The Path, we’re riding a wave of winners—starting with Scottie Scheffler, who claimed his third major at the PGA Championship. Calm, focused, and totally unflappable, Scheffler’s mindset was just as powerful as his game. Scott reflects on a recent Joe Rogan episode about rumination—how overthinking problems often creates more of them—and connects it to Scheffler’s abili
EP 75: Strong Foundation, More Efficient Motion: The Power of Golf Fitness
This week on Pivot The Path, we’re diving into why golf fitness is essential—not just for injury prevention, but for real performance gains. With SSWING's 6-week I.M.P.A.C.T. Group Training kicking off moments after recording, Scott breaks down how pelvic stability unlocks hip mobility—and how that mobility translates into power, consistency and control on the course. It’s one of the most
EP 74: Pressure, Mental Prep & the Power of Process: Scott's U.S. Open Qualifier Recap
In this episode of Pivot The Path, host Scott Young, PGA professional and founder of SSWING, shares insights from his return to competitive golf at the U.S. Open pre-qualifier held at Woodway Country Club in Darien, Connecticut.Faced with the challenge of no available practice round, Scott utilized the 18Birdies app to meticulously prepare a course guide before the event. This strategic a
EP 73: Why the Clubs In Your Bag Should Be Your Next Improvement Pivot Point
This week on Pivot The Path, we’re recapping a big weekend across professional golf and diving into a conversation that could change the way you look at your own game.Scott breaks down the team dynamics at the Zurich Classic, where Andrew Novak and Ben Griffin clinched their first PGA Tour victories with a 28-under finish at TPC Louisiana. On the Korn Ferry Tour, Johnny Keefer secured his
EP 72: JT Takes the RBC—But His Swing Might Not Be the Blueprint for True Improvement
In this episode, Scott recaps Justin Thomas's thrilling playoff victory at the 2025 RBC Heritage—his first PGA Tour win in nearly three years. He also highlights Ingrid Lindblad’s breakout win at the LPGA’s JM Eagle LA Championship and the latest standout performances from the Korn Ferry Tour.While celebrating JT’s resilience, Scott breaks down why his swing might not be the blueprint for
EP 71: Azaleas, Green Jackets & a Rollercoaster Toward the Career Grand Slam: Our Masters 2025 Recap
From Amen Corner to career milestones, this year’s Masters had it all.In this episode, Scott breaks down the brilliance of Rory’s swing and how it became the true catalyst for his long-awaited win.He also spotlights this week’s Improvement Pivot Point: Never Give Up. Whether it’s Rory chasing the career Grand Slam for over a decade or contenders like Max Homa and Justin Rose grinding thro
EP 70: Masters Week: How Tour Pros Live the “Own Your SSWING” Mindset
It’s Masters Week — and while we’re all watching Augusta’s magic unfold, we’re also witnessing some of the best examples of what it truly means to Own Your SSWING.This week on Pivot The Path, Scott dives into how the game’s greatest players show us the power of focus, routine, and presence — not just at Augusta, but across every level of elite golf. From Brian Harman’s gritty win at the V
EP 69: Aussie, Aussie, Aussie 🇦🇺 + Why True Improvement Starts with the Root Cause
From Min Woo Lee’s win at the Texas Children’s Houston Open, to a major DPT victory in India by Spaniard Eugenio Chacarra, and a standout LPGA performance by Kim Hai June, this week’s episode dives into the moments where performance meets purpose.We also celebrate Gary Woodland’s incredible comeback—tying for second after brain surgery.Scott reflects on his own time grinding it out on the
EP 68: Viktor’s Victory, Scheffler’s Shade & Madness Everywhere—Fueling the Future of Sport
This week, we go full throttle across the sports world—from F1’s return to China and March Madness mayhem, to Viktor Hovland’s big PGA Tour win and Scottie Scheffler’s not-so-subtle LIV Golf jab. But at the heart of it all is the passion that drives performance—and the relentless pursuit to grow the game.We anchor the episode with the Improvement Pivot Point: what it really takes to consi
EP 67: Rory’s Players Victory & F1’s 75th Down Under – The Synergies Between Golf & Racing
Consistency, precision and the relentless drive to seize the win—whether on the fairways or the racetrack, the best in the world know how to push the limits while staying in control. This week, Scott dives into Rory McIlroy’s electrifying Players Championship victory—his 28th PGA Tour win, fittingly on St. Patrick’s Day. But did he leave too much on the course? What can he take away from
EP 66: Clutch Wins, Tough Courses & The Key to Controlling Ball Flight
For this episode, Scott dives into some incredible performances from across the golf world! Logan McCallister fires a scorching 7-under to secure his first Korn Ferry Tour victory, while Callum Hill delivers under pressure, closing with an 8-under round to claim his second DP Tour title in a playoff. Over in China, Rio Takada dominates with a six-shot victory, and we check in on Sergio Ga
EP 65: Practice Like You Play: The Key to Consistent Golf
In this episode of Pivot The Path, Scott breaks down the latest triumphs in the golf world: Lydia Ko dominated with a four-shot win at the LPGA Singapore, Joe Highsmith secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic with a clutch final round, and Dylan Naidoo claimed his first DP World Tour title at the South African Open in a dramatic playoff after weather delays.Scott also
EP 64: The Missing Link: Why Golf Fitness is the Key to Unlocking Your Game
Is golf fitness the secret weapon you’re missing? In this episode, Scott dives into the Improvement Pivot Point of golf specific training. Breaking down why movement, strength, and mobility aren’t just add-ons—they’re essential for unlocking your best game. He also weighs in on Charley Hull’s recent comments about golf fitness and shares insights from his own golf-specific training. Plus,
EP 63: From the PGA Tour to the Broadcast Booth: James Nitties on Life Beyond the Fairways
This week on Pivot The Path, we’re thrilled to welcome our second guest to the podcast—James Nitties, a true journeyman of the game. A former PGA Tour player, two-time Australian PGA winner, and current Korn Ferry Tour broadcaster, James brings his signature Aussie flair to the conversation.Scott and James dive into all things golf, from his early days playing for meat pies, Cokes, and Ma
EP 62: Consistency in Golf: Lessons from Global Sports
In this week’s episode, Scott dives into the Improvement Pivot Point of Consistency and how it serves as the foundation for success in both golf and life. Drawing inspiration from Madison Keys’ remarkable Australian Open victory—achieved after 16 years without a major win—Scott explores what it takes to maintain consistency at the highest levels of competition.From insights shared by worl
EP 61: Dubai Highlights, Straka Shines at The American Express, and Putting Practice for Confidence
In this week's episode of Pivot The Path, Scott recaps the action-packed Dubai leg of the DP World Tour, highlighting the incredible performances and unforgettable moments in the sun-soaked desert. He also tackles the question on everyone’s mind: Will Rory McIlroy finally take a much-needed break? A rest might just be the key to rejuvenating his game.Scott also celebrates Sepp Straka’s im
