Flaghuntersgolfpod : Recent Episodes
Jesse Perryman
Hello and welcome to Flaghunters ! It is a privilege to bring to you this powerful insight into playing better Golf. In all my years of being in the game of Golf from competing at a high amateur level, to caddying, teaching, and being a overall Golf geek, I have an insatiable, curiosity driven desire to get down to the bottom of what it takes to truly get better playing the game of Golf that we all unconditionally love. This has been one of the greatest journeys of my life and I am deeply grateful for all that Golf has given me. Thank you for joining me in this incredible journey. This is my ever evolving love letter to Golf. Jesse Perryman P.S. Please Rate, Review and Subscribe !
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We sit down with Alex Rose to talk about why golf exposes our inner world so quickly and why that can actually be healing. We dig into identity, the inner critic, and how self-talk shapes our nervous system and our ability to play free under pressure.
• the difference between a golf player and a golf lover
• why the course reveals patterns that everyday life can hide
• separating identity from performance and the scorecard
• reframing the inner critic as useful feedback instead of truth
• using awareness, gratitude, and inner dialogue to reset fast
• why words hit the nervous system and change your physiology
• simple on-course experiments to shift mindset and build belief
• expectations versus possibilities and what alignment feels like
• keeping perspective so you can work hard and still have fun
Alex has graciously given the green light to put his information on, and he's available to be worked with one-on-one. http://www.alexrose.life/ alex@alexrose.life
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We sit down with Karl Morris to dig into The Mind Caddy and the Mind Factor certification, then we challenge the myth that great golf requires perfect thoughts or a perfect state. We break down how attention, acceptance, and adaptable tasks help us access the skills we already have when pressure shows up.
• Karl’s motivation for writing an accessible mental game book built around 46 real coaching lessons
• why “being in the zone” is not the goal and how top players perform with uncomfortable thoughts
• attention as the currency of performance and the skill of becoming an “attention detective”
• separating from thoughts by changing our relationship to them rather than trying to control them
• managing the in-between time on the course using senses, awareness, and simple resets
• stable confidence through accepting the reality of ones, twos, and threes in every round
• using pre-round journaling and “if then” planning to avoid default reactions under stress
• adaptability over consistency and letting the shot create the swing on the course
• shrinking the task when the world feels too big and noticing the stories we tell ourselves
The book, The Mind Caddy, it’s available across the world on Amazon. The Mind Factor course, if you go to the website, themindfactor.com or dot net. Just email info at themfactor.com.
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We sit down with Dr. Callan Lichtenhauer to connect the nervous system, subconscious patterns, and performance psychology to what actually happens when pressure hits on the golf course. We share practical ways to rewire negative self-talk, make mistakes feel safe, and swing with less tension and more freedom.
• Callan’s path from chiropractic to sport performance psychology and why the nervous system matters in golf
• How subconscious beliefs from childhood show up as tension, chaos, and fear during competition
• Rewiring neural pathways by practicing “safe to make mistakes” in everyday moments
• Simple on-course resets like intention setting, breath with steps, glove reset, and 3-3-3 sensory grounding
• Sitting with hard feelings off the course through journaling, meditation, and talking it through
• Why negative self-talk steals bandwidth and makes your body play defensive
• Using awareness and inventory to catch spirals before they take over
• Learning from pros and caddies about acceptance, detachment, and staying task-focused
• Reframing stress as excitement and using visualization to make pressure feel familiar
• Separating identity from outcome and building a life outside golf to support performance
You can find Dr. Lichtenauer on Instagram @mentalmovement.co and her website, www.mentalmovement.co
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We talk with Singapore golf coach Marc Kawasoe about how a player’s journey through tougher competition, real-world constraints, and hard lessons shapes a coaching philosophy built on function and scoring. We break down how to practice so changes stick, why short game creativity matters, and how to train for pressure without fooling yourself.
• Marc’s path from junior golf in Singapore to high school and AJGA golf in Los Angeles
• The jump in competition level and what team culture teaches about earning your place
• The cost of chasing pro golf and the practical reasons many players move into coaching
• Learning from great coaches while building a non-method, systematic approach
• Teaching a functional swing that matches the player rather than forcing positions
• Why students must own practice time to convert short-term cues into long-term skill
• Myelination, spaced repetition, and why 10 minutes daily can beat weekend marathons
• Short game first coaching, creativity through constraints, and practicing with “wrong” clubs
• Pressure drills, commitment, and making practice resemble on-course demands
• Smart targets, center-of-green strategy, and training without always chasing flags
• Singapore course access realities and how academies create pathways for juniors
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We sit down with Caroline Sturze right after her first professional win and trace the path that took her from junior golf in Switzerland to national championships at Stanford. We also dig into the real work behind her next chapter, from rebuilding her swing and body to designing a practice routine that holds up under tour pressure.
• winning early as a newly turned pro in Morocco and what it confirms
• growing up in a fiercely competitive golf family in Geneva
• training through Swiss winters with camps, simulators, and creative ways to play
• developing as a junior with Swiss Golf support and early LET opportunities
• getting recruited, flipping from a verbal commit to Stanford, and meeting Stanford’s academic bar
• adjusting to life in the US, competing in English, and learning Stanford’s culture of excellence
• playing the Augusta National Women’s Amateur and what surprised her about the courses
• Stanford championships, elite teammates, and how the environment raises your standard
• injuries tied to overtraining and a major equipment change, plus the value of rest
• making her swing more rotational and less timing-based for consistency and longevity
• building a pro support team in Europe and choosing a coach who adapts to the player
• the impact of her brother Max, including cross-handed chipping and wedge control
• her current practice structure, performance drills, and season goals on LET Access
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We sit down with performance coach Tanya Oliver to talk about why golfers can train their bodies and swings nonstop yet still fall apart when pressure exposes old beliefs. We share the tools that help us regulate the nervous system, rebuild self-talk, and play from presence, purpose, and faith instead of fear.
• why “inside-out” work drives consistent golf performance and life results
• how subconscious programming creates self-sabotage right before a breakthrough
• regulated vs dysregulated nervous system and what “expansive” looks like
• mental rehearsal, reframes, and neuroplasticity for faster bounce-backs
• honest self-audits, plus-one progress, and the “just win today” mindset
• building a power team and a healthy ecosystem that supports change
• emotional training tools for anger, fear, grief, and overwhelm
• breathwork, five-sense pattern disruptors, and staying present on the course
• faith, forgiveness, and freedom as part of sustainable high performance
The book is on Amazon, Building the New A Year of Living Life on Purpose.
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We sit down with Swedish PGA pro and former long drive record holder Marcus Edblad to dig into why so many golfers chase the wrong kind of speed. Marcus makes a case for clubface awareness, trail-hand acceleration, and a release pattern that helps average players lose the slice and gain real distance.
• Marcus’s path from hockey and boxing into golf at age 30
• Hand-eye coordination as the foundation for speed and strike
• Why “no days off” matters more as we age
• Rebuilding swing speed after dropping into the 115 to 120 range
• How online criticism shaped his coaching journey and PGA qualification
• Why hands and arms often fix what body-focused cues cannot
• Trail arm extension and the trail hand passing the lead hand
• Lead wrist extension versus the old fear of “scooping”
• Using the body as a stabilizer instead of the prime mover
• Clubface control first, then aiming and shot shaping
• The speed “differential” between lead-hand braking and trail-hand acceleration
• You can find Marcus for online lessons and videos on Skillest and by his name on YouTube and Instagram.
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We sit down with Henrik Lundqvist to unpack why Sweden keeps producing elite golfers, and how constraints, competition, and multi-sport backgrounds build players who adapt fast. We also dig into quantifiable wedge and putting improvement, why on-course play beats endless range reps, and what honest metrics say about going pro.
• Henrik’s early golf life at a small Swedish club and learning through ball flight feedback
• How Sweden’s short season drives winter technique work and summer scoring reps
• Multi-sport training as real “functional fitness” for golf movement and mindset
• Practice allocation with a heavy bias toward on-course play and competitive games
• Trailblazers, local tours, and why belief spreads when someone “from your town” makes it
• Lessons from traveling tours, reading grain, grass types, and adapting to conditions
• Equipment evolution from persimmon and balata to modern drivers and low-spin balls
• A measurable wedge framework including set distances and defining “low” by launch angle
• Coaching principles built on science, quantification, and simple communication
• What it takes to chase pro golf using stats, hours, support, and a realistic plan
• Where to find Henrik: hlgcgolf.com and North Star Golf Performance on YouTube
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We break down why “fixing your swing” so often makes you worse, and why impact is the only non-negotiable that actually controls ball flight. We lean on motor learning science to show how small, testable changes beat chasing textbook positions.
• separating impact factors from swing aesthetics
• using the big three at impact: ground contact, face contact, face direction
• understanding micro changes in face angle and strike location
• clarifying angle of attack versus divot depth using simple models
• building matchups instead of copying a single “perfect” pattern
• testing interventions to find what works for your body and brain
• setting realistic dispersion expectations and smarter targets
• learning plateaus, attractor states, and why old habits snap back
• designing practice for transfer with targets, club changes, pressure, and spacing
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We sit down with sports psychologist Dan Abrahams to unpack why golfers tighten up under pressure and how to build mental skills that hold up when your swing is not there. We focus on playing your “C game” well, managing automatic negative thoughts, and using routines plus a competitive persona to stay committed over every shot.
• Dan’s background across elite golf and team sports
• Why winning often requires a strong C game
• ANTS as automatic negative thoughts and feelings
• Why short putts feel harder than long shots
• Acceptance and why fighting thoughts backfires
• Attention control as the top mental skill
• Ruthless routines and refusing to hit on an ANT
• Game face and alter ego tools for confidence
• Metaphors as fast mental cues under pressure
• How self-talk influences hormones and muscle tension
• What separates high performers beyond technique
• Practice levels that add realism and consequences
• Mental toughness as discipline on the range
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We sit down with JumboMax Grips founder John Mazzanoble and make the case that the handle is a performance part, not a comfort accessory. We talk tour level fittings, why diameter and weight change sequencing and face control, and how to use data to find a grip that helps you hit more fairways and greens.
• how Sergio Garcia and Jason Day landed on their specs
• why grip fitting should be numbers first, not just feel
• how grip size can improve face awareness and reduce rotation
• how grip weight can change transition, timing, and sequencing
• what textures, tapers, shapes, and reminders can change in your hands
• how JumboMax prototypes new designs and what is coming next
• where to get fit, which retailers carry grips, and how fittings scale globally
• why putter grip size and counterbalance affect stroke style and control
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We sit down with PGA Professional Brent Dale to talk about what actually makes golfers improve and why the internet’s “secret moves” often pull players backward. We dig into junior development, parent involvement, and how to blend old school coaching, smart tech use, and motor learning so practice translates to lower scores.
• why Australia produces so many elite golfers through multi-sport childhoods and better access
• the real economics of golf instruction and why value beats hourly price
• why social media golf tips seduce both beginners and good players into constant tinkering
• setting realistic junior goals without crushing ambition and building a roadmap
• how parents help by supporting the plan instead of coaching over it
• when tech like TrackMan helps and when it turns golf into “golf numbers”
• decluttering the swing by focusing on non-negotiables and one change at a time
• motor learning strategies that stick using slow swings, half swings, pause drills and repetition over months
• common instruction myths including over-shallowing and one-size-fits-all fixes
• how to develop discernment through tools design, ball flight laws and honest self-assessment
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We sit down with PGA Tour winner Charlie Beljan to trace his climb from junior golf to the big tour and the mentor-driven grind that shaped his game. Along the way, we unpack the mindset that wins under pressure and the simple, repeatable habits that help regular golfers score better fast.
• Charlie’s early years in Arizona and the breakthrough U.S. Junior Amateur win
• Steve Dallas’s role as mentor plus the work ethic that follows
• What Q-School pressure feels like and why it beats major-championship nerves
• The goal of playing the Masters and the PGA of America path toward the PGA Championship
• The Disney tournament panic attack story and how “survival mode” can quiet swing thoughts
• Handling criticism and why thick skin matters for anyone competing
• Teaching philosophy: make the game simpler and teach playing golf over building a perfect swing
• Course management basics: eliminate doubles, avoid hero shots, miss in the right places
• Why wedge play, chipping, and putting create the fastest scoring gains
• Practice that translates: simulate holes on the range and protect tempo from range to first tee
• Reality check: even top pros mishit shots, they just recover and keep momentum
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We sit down with putting coach Bruce Rarick to make putting simpler by matching your setup and equipment to your natural motion instead of forcing a textbook stroke. We dig into nine putting profiles, why vision and ball position drive your roll, and how modern fitting and marketing can push golfers into the wrong putter.
• nine distinct putting profiles based on arc direction and arc size
• tilted arcs that still deliver a zero path at impact
• ball position set by eye location rather than feet
• why eye dominance influences head tilt and aim
• letting the player be the player instead of “correcting” everything
• putter design details that change strike including lie angle and sole shape
• blade vs mallet tradeoffs and the reality of mallet kick
• how weight and balance affect speed control and motion
• myths around forced eye position, minimal arc, grip rules, and “more forgiving”
• the line on the ball drill to test roll and centered contact
• practice that protects movement patterns while fixing setup and sequence
• launch, skid, and adapting to slow or wet greens
• why lab numbers on carpet do not equal real world fitting
• building rhythm, walking putts, and staying out of your head
The easiest way is just to look for Bruce Rearick on Substack and Instagram
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We walk through Todd Graves’ journey with Mo Norman, from discovering the single plane swing to modeling its biomechanics for reliable impact. We share ball-striking stories, fitting truths, distance myths, and why setting up to impact simplifies everything and calms pressure.
• Todd’s path from OU walk-on to Asian Tour and coach
• Discovering Mo Norman and the single plane model
• Aligning setup to impact for fewer moving parts
• Biomechanics and data-driven checkpoints
• Reverse-engineering club fitting to your motion
• Weight, counterbalance, and strike control
• Distance myths and 80 percent speed principle
• Mo’s exhibitions, course craft, and mindset
• Fireside chats, mentorship, and legacy projects
• Book, podcast, and documentary details
“my website is gravesgolf.com… pick up a copy of The Intelligent Golf Swing at theintelligentgolfswing.com… my podcast, the Feeling of Greatness Podcast… go to the feelingofgreatness.com”
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Golf shouldn’t come with a side of fear. When your first thought on the tee is “don’t let my back go,” your swing tightens and your brain starts guarding. We sat down with osteopath and author Gavin Rutledge to replace that fear with a clear plan: understand what your pain is (and isn’t), use the right movements at the right time, and train a back your brain can trust.
Gavin demystifies sciatica by showing it’s a description, not a diagnosis, and breaks down the difference between nerve compression and referred pain in plain language. We dig into why some stretches feel great but set you back hours later, how to spot signs of instability, and why most golfers need more mid‑back and hip mobility alongside lower‑back stability. You’ll hear practical warm‑up advice for busy players who sprint from work to the first tee, plus the simple rules that guide safe progress: use it but don’t abuse it, start low and build slow. We also explore proven prevention tools like the McGill Big Three and posterior‑chain training to wake up glutes and hamstrings dulled by sitting.
What makes this conversation different is the mind‑body clarity. Gavin shares his pain equation—how nociception, attention, pain memory, and mindset interact—and shows how safe, confident movement and better stories quiet the alarm. We connect this science to performance: when your back is strong and your plan is measured, the subconscious stops protecting and your swing can finally release. If you want to play multiple days, in any weather, without guarding, this is your blueprint for pain‑free and confident golf.
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We sit down with three-time Asian Tour winner Terry Pilkadaris to explore how fundamentals, course awareness, and structured practice drive real scoring gains. The talk maps his rise, mistakes made chasing trends, and the simple systems he now teaches to players at every level.
• growing up with access to a course and early coaching
• why range work must give way to on-course learning
• wind, lies, grain, and shot choice as scoring levers
• parents, YouTube, and the myth of perfect swings
• handicap-based short game options and risk control
• grip, aim, and ball position before technical changes
• flat cut DNA vs forcing draws under pressure
• wedge distance systems and course fit realities
• measurable putting drills and written practice goals
• practical frameworks to break 100, 90, and 80
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Want to hit it farther without wrecking your back or your confidence? We sit down with long drive champion Eddie Fernandes to unpack a smarter path to speed—one that starts with better movement, safe rotation, and a nervous system that says yes instead of no. Eddie explains why fast arms and strong hands are the true engine of clubhead speed, how to load the trail side without shredding the lumbar spine, and why cadence beats “ripping from the top” when you want both power and control.
Eddie walks us through his Rotex Motion warm-up: five intentional drills that push rotational limits beyond swing demands so the body feels free, oily, and ready on swing one. He shares why air swings often backfire and how impact-based training triggers bracing that protects joints and converts effort into ball speed. We get into the design of his HITS driver—adjustable weights, real contact, and clear protocols—and how he turns after-session spikes into on-course speed within 8 to 16 weeks. No hype, just a repeatable process built on mobility, impact, and disciplined progression.
We also dig into mindset. Eddie’s 82 at Pebble followed by 68 at Spyglass shows how emotional skill and acceptance unlock performance under pressure. Expect practical insights on rotational mobility, arms-led speed, sequencing, and realistic goal setting, plus why training indoors helps you focus on the metric that matters. If you want sustainable distance, healthier movement, and a calmer head over the ball, this conversation gives you the blueprint.
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Two golfers trade stories and sharpen ideas with Jay Delsing, from UCLA glory and Q-School grit to equipment’s impact on strategy, classic courses, and what makes golf a true merit test. Respect, authenticity, and good shots under pressure carry the day.
• UCLA superteam lineup and competitive culture
• Q-School format, mental fatigue and rookie-year lessons
• Golf as meritocracy and the reality of cuts and pay
• Arnold Palmer’s etiquette lesson and leadership
• Why golf unites strangers better than other sports
• Persimmon and balata versus modern drivers and balls
• Rollback debates, V-grooves, bifurcation for elite play
• Protecting classic architecture from modern distance
• Shotmaking, feel, and the lost art from the rough
• Jay’s radio show format and storytelling focus
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We explore how an LPGA winner turned performance coach builds elite mental skills through attention, breath, and state. Sandra Gal shares tools to stop overthinking, train presence, and let go of outcomes while playing with more freedom and joy.
• update on Justin’s new base at Hidden Castle Golf Club
• Sandra’s path from Germany to LPGA champion
• discipline versus talent and finding balance
• college breakthrough and early mindset habits
• why overthinking derails and how to return to the body
• surrendering outcomes and focusing on process
• meditation, breath work, and heart coherence
• quiet eye research and practical gaze control
• reframing bad thoughts under pressure
• visualization, manifestation, and shot planning
• slumps, resilience, and redefining success
• Sandra’s coaching offers, community, and retreat
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We sit down with Carl Pettersson to unpack a self-taught swing, a calm competitive mind, and what truly sustains a long PGA Tour career. From on-course practice to a coming Champions Tour run, he shares clear, practical lessons for players who want to score.
• multi-sport roots leading to golf specialization
• move to the U.S. and growth through junior competition
• self-taught swing built on feel and observation
• confidence as the engine of consistency and scoring
• practicing on the course to master trajectories
• old-school approach versus stats and tech
• driving and ball striking as keys to longevity
• equipment setup for shaft lean and launch needs
• distance debate and tee height perspectives
• injuries, hip surgeries, and loss of form
• plan for Korn Ferry reps before Champions Tour
• family life on the road and PGA Tour childcare
• Tuesday games, camaraderie, and keeping it fun
• blunt advice for aspiring tour players on scoring
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We sit down with Viktor Hovland to unpack how an engineering mindset, smart coaching, and targeted practice turned weaknesses into strengths while keeping faith through slumps. From Norway’s ranges to PGA wins, he explains root-cause problem solving, short game breakthroughs, and gear choices that stick.
• Norway’s golf culture and his early start
• Pushing boundaries without claiming flag-bearer status
• Engineering lens for swing mechanics and feedback
• Influences from Kelvin Miyahira, Joe Mayo, and Grant Waite
• Short game rebuild using spin loft and low point control
• Coaching elite players with fast, cause-based fixes
• Personalizing strokes gained and picking the right “fruit”
• Confidence, belief, and early PGA Tour wins
• Major championship fit and mindset for the next step
• Performing through slumps with objective measurement
• Equipment philosophy, shaft story, and ball selection
• Season prep with data validation and growing confidence
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We trace Georges’ path from France to China and unpack how a clear system—not a one-size method—helps juniors and adults build reliable contact, usable power, and predictable ball flight. We challenge common myths about Stack and Tilt and show how thinking golfers score lower.
• defining turn, tilt, and extend before touching a club
• controlling low point to build solid contact
• creating enough speed to play, not chase max distance
• building predictable ball flight through face and path
• why Stack and Tilt is a system, not a model
• coaching juniors to think and enjoy lessons
• differences between range competence and scoring skill
• books that matter: Hogan and The Golfing Machine
• golf’s growth and limits within China’s exclusive scene
• social media as a window into real lessons
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We challenge the myth that more greens alone lowers scores and show how wedge control and impact-focused coaching change a golfer’s ceiling. Mike shares a short game test, a simple wedge matrix, and a speed move that adds real yardage without chasing positions.
• Mike’s journey from player to coach and key mentors
• Fixing root causes using steep and shallow components
• Why ball flight and communication beat perfect positions
• The Howard Twitty wedge matrix and scoring lessons
• A short game test that sets a real baseline
• Building one partial wedge swing for known yardages
• Pronation and wrist action for faster clubhead speed
• Practicing what affects score, not what flatters ego
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Two Oklahoma State golfers reflect on a Walker Cup win, wedge-first strategy, and the mental habits that turn off days into solid scores. We share our recruiting paths, daily routine at Carsten Creek, and why multi-sport childhoods beat early specialization.
• why wedges and distance control decide college events
• one-way misses and fat-side targets to lower risk
• how to practice 130–80 yards for real scoring gains
• alternate shot strategy built on patience and par pressure
• using humor to reset after mistakes under pressure
• mental game habits for staying present and composed
• recruiting choices and why OSU’s setup accelerates growth
• multi-sport roots to avoid burnout and build coordination
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We unpack how John Erickson decoded Ben Hogan’s real mechanics and turned them into a trainable system that manages shaft pressure, not poses. The talk gets practical with drills, gear choices, and practice habits that produce penetrating flight and stable clubface control.
• early wrist set to remove transition pressure
• tripping the shaft to the 4:30 line
• frozen right elbow and low‑left exit
• delayed torso rotation to hold shaft flex
• corkscrew backswing and free ride down drills
• explosion into finish for faster left shoulder
• under‑plane early, up to plane late concept
• flatter lie angles and heavier heads for stability
• practice minimalism: drills over buckets
• biasing misses short‑right for scoring
• ABS framework vs Hogan‑specific modules
• student progress: mid‑ and long‑iron gains
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John Erickson, father of Advanced Ball Striking, reveals how he cracked the Hogan code by examining the science behind Ben Hogan's legendary ball striking technique.
• Heavy club heads (around 16 ounces compared to modern 10-11 ounce drivers) helped Hogan generate power through body rotation rather than arm speed
• Flat lie angles (6-8 degrees flatter than standard) provided greater accuracy by reducing the possibility of left misses
• "Tripping the shaft" at transition creates the distinctive flattening move that allowed Hogan to approach the ball from inside
• Weight remains on the right foot longer than commonly taught, with a powerful push-off similar to a baseball pitcher
• Hogan stayed "closed" much longer in the downswing, maintaining shoulder and hip alignment until deeper in the downswing
• The distinction between a "hitter's release" (maintaining shaft flex through impact) versus a "swinger's release" (timing the straightening of the shaft)
• Cupped wrist at the top opens the clubface, allowing aggressive rotation through impact without fear of hooking
• Proper sequencing involves lateral movement first, then rotation, contrary to modern teaching about early hip rotation
For more information or to learn the Hogan modules, visit advancedballstriking.com or join the forum at forum.advancedballstriking.com.
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We welcome USA Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith to discuss the upcoming matches at Cypress Point Club, the first time this iconic course has hosted the event since 1981 and will be televised for the public to see its splendor.
• Nathan Smith brings his perspective as a four-time US Mid-Amateur champion who has played in four Masters
• Cypress Point's Alister MacKenzie design philosophy offers "an easy birdie or a hard-fought bogey" on every hole
• The course demands strategic precision with properly played angles rather than just power
• Each section of the course presents different challenges—forest holes (1-6), dune holes (7-12), and the iconic ocean holes (13-18)
• The 16th hole requires a 230-yard carry over the Pacific Ocean and is considered by many to be the greatest par 3 in golf
• The dune sand at Cypress is particularly penal with a "90% chance you're not going to be able to advance it very far"
• Match play format perfectly suits the course design with constant risk-reward decisions where "no lead is going to be safe"
• The 13th green exemplifies MacKenzie's genius with a design that "plays like six small greens" despite its modest size
• Morning fog potentially giving way to afternoon wind can completely transform how the course plays within hours
Tune in to Golf Channel this weekend to witness this spectacular venue and see the world's best amateur golfers compete in the 50th Walker Cup.
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Bernie Najar, PGA Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club and coach to World Long Drive Champion Kyle Berkshire, shares his individualized approach to golf instruction that respects each player's unique physical capabilities and natural swing tendencies.
• Working with Kyle Berkshire since age 10, respecting his strong grip and upright swing rather than forcing conventional changes
• Focusing on player assessment before making swing changes to ensure physical capability
• Learning from mentors including Wayne DeFrancesco, Mac O'Grady, Jim Hardy, and Mike Adams
• Understanding the body-swing connection through physical screening
• Increasing personal clubhead speed from 96 mph to 120 mph in his 50s through targeted training
• Viewing golf as three distinct games: power, speed, and finesse
• Creating simple home practice drills that require minimal equipment
• Developing distance control through measured "leapfrog" drills
• The importance of helping students trust the learning process
Find Bernie's new book "Speed, Power, and Finesse" on Amazon and connect with him at bernienajjar.com or @BernieNajarGolf on social media.
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Riley Andrews, owner of Elite Golf Schools, explains his approach to teaching golf as a highly individualized process rather than forcing students into a predetermined method.
• Understanding that different PGA Tour players have vastly different swings but achieve similar results
• Teaching based on three "global laws": Woo-Woo (rhythm/tensegrity), Spirals (myofascial lines), and Geometry (club relationships)
• Using fascia and spiral lines to generate effortless power rather than muscle-based movements
• Focusing on ribcage rotation rather than hip rotation as the primary engine of the golf swing
• Recognizing that students need different amounts of information based on their learning style
• Viewing coaching as service where the student's needs come before the coach's ego
• Developing each player's unique "fingerprint" while improving functional movement
• Creating a proximal-to-distal mapping where body rotation leads club movement
• Understanding that all elite players shallow the club but through different methods
• Differentiating between passive release (angular force) and active release (alpha force)
Find Riley Andrews on Instagram and YouTube at @EliteGolfSchools or visit elitegolfofcolorado.com to learn about his golf schools, virtual lessons, and new X Factor Golf online academy.
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Swedish golf coach Petter Tarbe shares his groundbreaking approach called "Forgotten Master Moves" which focuses on rediscovering the efficient swing techniques used by golf legends from the 1940s-1960s. His research reveals that focusing on club intentions rather than body mechanics creates more powerful, injury-free golf swings that feel natural and require less effort.
• Moving from positional training to intention-based motion
• Understanding the key difference between base level and master level golf
• Using perceived power in the club to create a "whipping" downswing
• Keeping a straighter spine angle to prevent injury and create more reaction
• Learning how elite players throughout history have separated feel from reality
• Discovering how proper intentions create forces that automatically produce the correct body movements
• Creating simpler, more effective swings that can perform under pressure
Check out Petter's work at www.forgottenmastermoves.com or search "Forgotten Master Moves" on YouTube for more information.
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Karl Morris, a performance coach based in the UK and host of the Mind Caddy podcast, shares insights on developing effective golf mindsets and transferring range skills to the course. He explains how separating training and playing mindsets can help golfers access their true abilities during competition.
• Two distinct mindsets needed: training (skill development) and playing (skill access)
• Five potential "one-points" of attention: target, ball flight, golf club, body, or something unrelated
• The red dot technique - placing a colored dot on clubface to improve awareness and impact control
• Becoming comfortable with variability and using errors as learning feedback
• Explaining shots with facts (dot was late) rather than opinions (I'm terrible)
• Categorizing shots as ones (good), twos (good enough), and threes (poor shots)
• Pre-allocating a certain number of poor shots before playing to reduce emotional reactions
• Ryan Fonk's breakthrough from shifting from avoiding mistakes to pursuing good shots
• The power of possibility thinking: "Is it possible this next shot could be a good one?"
• Simplicity often trumps complexity in effective golf performance
Find Karl Morris at TheMindFactor.com and download the Mind Caddy app for personalized coaching, including the new AI version that provides customized guidance based on Carl's expertise.
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We dive deep into the subconscious barriers keeping you from reaching your golf potential. Paul Salter, performance coach and hypnotherapist, reveals how childhood programming creates an "upper limit" to success and provides practical strategies to break through mental blocks.
• Our subconscious controls 95% of daily actions including performance under pressure
• First seven years of life program our belief systems while we're in a "theta" brainwave state
• Self-imposed mental limits are rooted in fear of standing out or changing identity
• Technical proficiency (swing mechanics) matters less as you approach scratch level
• The key difference between elite players and the rest is emotional regulation
• Pattern interrupts like Tiger's "10-foot rule" help reset after mistakes
• Visualization should include both perfect shots AND recovering from mistakes
• Scratch golfers demonstrate greater acceptance and detachment from outcomes
• Hypnotherapy provides access to rewrite limiting subconscious beliefs
• Top performers find safety in risk-taking and competitive edges
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Austrian golf coach Christoph Bausek joins us to share his journey from elite amateur to European tour coach who revolutionized his teaching through technology, science, and engaging social media content.
• Started golf at age 3 near his family's weekend home in Austria
• Competed with top juniors like Sergio Garcia and Henrik Stenson before trying professional golf
• Failed as a tour player due to technical swing issues that weren't properly diagnosed
• Discovered TPI and 3D motion analysis around 2008, becoming obsessed with measuring what elite players do differently
• Transformed from nearly 400 pounds to losing 150 pounds after gastric sleeve surgery
• Created highly successful German YouTube channel focusing on golf instruction
• Gained international fame with POV videos showing swing concepts from player's perspective
• Emphasizes "universal truths" in the golf swing while making complex concepts digestible
• Developed a coaching system called "cubic five" - five exercises done five times a week for five minutes
• Currently offers online coaching through the Sneed app while building English-language content
Find Christoph on Instagram @christoph_bausek and subscribe to his YouTube channel "Bausek Golf" for innovative swing tips and instruction.
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Howard Falco joins us to discuss how awareness—both internal and external—can transform your performance on the golf course and beyond. We explore how our subconscious mind often drives our actions, and how becoming aware of these hidden forces can dramatically improve our game and our lives.
• Acceptance is the first step to improvement—recognizing your current abilities without judgment
• Most amateurs avoid weaknesses while pros actively seek them out to transform them
• Our identity and self-perception create invisible boundaries on our performance
• True improvement requires changing how you fundamentally see yourself as a player
• Curiosity rather than anger is key when facing challenges on the course
• Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and other champions win through mindset, not just physical skill
• The most successful players compete against history, not just other players
• Asking yourself "Why not me?" can reveal hidden limitations to overcome
• The "bounce back" statistics of tour players show how quickly they return to their identity
• Self-awareness is potentially the next leap in human evolution
Check out Howard's new book "Invincible: The Mindset of Infinite Potential and the Secret to Inevitable Success" available now. You can also follow Howard on Instagram or visit totalmind.sports.com and howardfalco.com for more information.
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Discover why your mental approach might be sabotaging your golf game with renowned sports psychologist Dr. Raymond Pryor. In this profound exploration of golf psychology, we uncover the concept of "stable confidence" – self-given permission to perform freely without guarantees – and how it transforms performance under pressure.
Dr. Pryor, author of “Golf Beneath the Surface”, challenges conventional wisdom about golf psychology, explaining why common practices like distraction techniques and positive self-talk often fail long-term. Instead, he reveals how acceptance of uncertainty and potential failure actually creates the psychological space needed to access your best skills when it matters most. This counterintuitive approach explains why you might play brilliantly after a terrible front nine – you've finally accepted your situation instead of resisting it.
One of the most powerful insights concerns the relationship between identity and performance. When we attach our self-worth to being "a good golfer," we create an unsustainable psychological burden that manifests as anxiety during important rounds. Dr. Pryor offers a more sustainable alternative: building identity around action-oriented traits rather than outcomes we can't fully control.
Whether you're struggling with performance anxiety, inconsistency, or simply want to enjoy golf more deeply, this episode provides practical wisdom for transforming your relationship with the game. Dr. Pryor's approach isn't just about shooting lower scores – it's about finding freedom, authenticity and joy in the process, regardless of outcomes.
What would it feel like to step onto the first tee completely comfortable in your own skin, accepting all possible outcomes while still fully committed to playing your best? That's the question at the heart of this conversation – and the answer might change your game forever.
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Mark Heartfield, a Class A PGA member since 1986 and former Director of Golf at Sankaty Golf Club, shares his teaching philosophy and career journey spanning over three decades in golf. His approach emphasizes understanding each player's unique swing characteristics rather than imposing a system, helping students realize their full potential through personalized instruction and course management strategies.
• Started playing golf at 15, played collegiately at Stetson University, and turned professional immediately after graduation
• Worked at prestigious clubs including Hyannisport, Plymouth Country Club, Baltusrol (under Bob Ross), and 33 years at Sankity Head
• Believes teaching should be individualized rather than system-based, saying "it's all a puzzle to try to solve"
• Begins lessons with comprehensive assessment including questionnaire and TrackMan yardage session
• Uses sports analogies to help students understand swing mechanics (tennis forehand for golf swing)
• Encourages young players to continue playing multiple sports through high school
• Teaches putting with emphasis on routine, alignment with a line on the ball, and distance control
• Recommends creative practice like the "kiss the fringe" drill for lag putting improvement
• Shares personal battle with melanoma and importance of sun protection on the course
• Advocates for simplicity in teaching, avoiding overly technical jargon that confuses students
For more information about Mark Heartfield, visit www.markheartfield.com or find him at The Ridge Club on Cape Cod.
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Trevor Telin, mindset coach for elite athletes including those at IMG Academy, reveals practical strategies for golfers to overcome mental barriers and perform at their best under pressure. After experiencing his own mental roadblocks as a college basketball player, Trevor developed techniques that help athletes bridge the gap between technical ability and peak performance.
• Awareness of personal thresholds is the first step in managing pressure situations
• Mental skills require dedicated practice just like physical golf skills
• Personalized strategies work better than generic mental game approaches
• Resonance frequency breathing (4-second inhale, 6-second exhale) helps regulate nervous system
• Observational skills allow players to step back and avoid emotional reactions
• Mental resilience developed in golf translates to all areas of life
• Elite performers aren't surprised by adversity—they expect and prepare for it
• The goal isn't to eliminate challenges but to respond to them effectively
Follow Trevor on Instagram and YouTube @MindsetTrev or email him at trevortalene@gmail.com to learn more about his coaching services.
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Tim O'Connor shares his journey from golf-obsessed amateur to performance coach, revealing how the mental game is often what separates good players from great ones.
• Getting into golf initially as a caddy, observing and learning from scratch players
• Moving from technical, "tab A into slot B" approaches to more instinctual, joy-focused golf
• Understanding that mistaking the golf ball for the target creates unnecessary tension
• Recognizing how we typically view golf as a test of competency rather than an experience
• Exploring "inside-out thinking" and finding happiness from within rather than external results
• Balancing competitive drive with present-moment awareness
• Learning to embrace negative thoughts rather than fighting them
• Using awareness as a curative tool to diffuse performance anxiety
• Practicing "quiet mind" putting by simply enjoying your stroke without technical thoughts
Find Tim at www.oconnorgolf.com and follow his blog "Up and Down" on Substack, or listen to his podcast "Swing Thoughts" now in its 10th year.
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John Novosel from Tour Tempo joins us to discuss how discovering the consistent 3-to-1 tempo ratio in professional golf swings revolutionized understanding of what makes great players successful. He explains how this measurable, quantifiable element can be easily adopted by amateur golfers to drastically improve their game without complex swing changes.
• Tour Tempo methodology identifies the precise timing ratios (frames of video) found in professional golf swings
• The 3-to-1 ratio (backswing to downswing) appears consistently among top players like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy
• "Low and slow" backswing is actually counterproductive compared to the faster tempos pros use
• Proper tempo helps eliminate swing thoughts and gets golfers out of their analytical left brain into their athletic right brain
• The concept of one-to-one ratio from backswing to finish creates natural rhythm throughout the entire swing
• Tempo training improves ground reaction forces and connection to the ground
• Using resistance (through tools like the Speedball) helps develop proper bracing at impact for maximum energy transfer
• For aging golfers, maintaining swing speed requires proper tempo, mobility work, and strategic strength training
• Tour Tempo app provides audible tones to guide your swing tempo in real time
Check out Tour Tempo at tourtempo.com or on Instagram at @tourtempo. Download the Tour Tempo Total Game app or the free Tour Tempo Frame Counter app to discover your current tempo and start making improvements immediately.
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Unlock the power of your golf game through innovative grip technology with JumboMax. This episode showcases how the right grip size and weight can transform your performance on the course.
• Introduction of John Mazzinoble owner of Jumbo Max Grips
• Discussion around the historical perceptions of golf grips
• Importance of fitting grips to your hand size for optimal control
• Exploring the impact of grip weight on swing dynamics
• Insights from user experience with Jumbo Max grips
• Encouragement to utilize the Jumbo Max fitting app
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Our conversation emphasizes the profound link between yoga practice and improved golf performance. By focusing on the mind-body connection, mobility, breath control, and embracing discomfort, golfers can cultivate resilience and enhance their game.
• Importance of yoga for mind-body connection in golf
• Benefits of increased mobility and flexibility as one ages
• Ground reaction forces and their impact on swings
• Deep breathing practices to manage stress on the course
• Embracing discomfort in yoga translates to performance resilience
• Yoga as a moving meditation fosters connection to the present moment
• Holistic approach to golf improvement through yoga practice
• Individualized training and yoga options available for golfers
Go to www.yogolfperformance.com for more information.
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Join us for an enlightening conversation with life coach Tanya Oliver, where we explore how to overcome internal barriers that hinder our performance in golf and life. Discover the significance of the Four Pillars—mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical—and how they can guide you toward reaching your full potential.
• Introduction to Tanya Oliver and her journey
• Discussion on maladaptive programming and its effects
• Exploring the Four Pillars for holistic development
• Importance of self-reflection and emotional intelligence
• Techniques for transmuting struggles into strengths
• Impact of breathwork on performance and anxiety
• Consequences of perfectionism and embracing imperfection
• Value of mentorship and community support in personal growth
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Kick off the 2025 season with us on the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast as we bring you an engaging conversation with Nick Chertock, the mastermind behind Open Forum Golf. This pioneering platform has evolved from a lively Facebook group into a dynamic event at the PGA show, creating a nexus for golf pros, sports scientists, and tech innovators. Nick shares the Open Forum's core philosophy: fostering debate and discussion to drive golf's evolution. Discover how this vibrant community is pushing the boundaries of golf knowledge and technology, ensuring the game remains at the cutting edge.
Join us as we tackle the intricacies of golf coaching, where understanding each player's unique needs and dedication level is paramount. With insights from respected figures like Chris Como and Randy Smith, we highlight the delicate balance between technical expertise and personal guidance. Whether you're a busy executive needing quick fixes or a dedicated amateur striving for improvement, our discussion underscores the importance of a tailored approach that aligns with your golfing goals. Our conversation also touches on the practicalities of instruction and how coaches can offer meaningful support in today's fast-paced world.
Explore the burgeoning world of online golf instruction and the hurdles it presents in maintaining instructor-student relationships. As free content floods platforms like YouTube and Instagram, we question the impact on the perceived value of paid lessons. Reflecting on the wisdom of legendary coaches like John Jacobs and Jim Hardy, we consider the limits of focusing solely on ball flight without addressing movement and coordination. From lowering handicaps to selecting the right golf coach and understanding the pivotal role of lead side stability in your swing, this episode is packed with valuable insights for golfers eager to elevate their game.
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Unlock the secrets of a revolutionary golf swing with insights from legendary golf instructor and former PGA Tour player Bradley Hughes. What if mastering a few key movements could eliminate swing thoughts and lead to more consistent, powerful shots? Bradley shares his groundbreaking drill series, developed alongside John Erickson, that focuses on muscle awareness and body mechanics. They promise golfers of all levels a path to transform their game by emphasizing target-based play, drawing inspiration from the techniques of icons like Trevino, Hogan, and Price.
Discover how the simple yet profound "430 path" can simplify your approach to golf, allowing for more consistent ball striking by reimagining the swing as a target-oriented movement—similar to sports like baseball and basketball. Bradley and I discuss the science behind ground force reactions, showing how tools like pressure plates and the Down Underboard can enhance your power and stability. Footwork, post-impact awareness, and proper alignment emerge as central themes, with personal anecdotes underscoring the joy of realizing these improvements firsthand.
Bradley and I also explore the impact of equipment on swing dynamics, highlighting how heavier and flatter clubs can aid in maintaining awareness and control. Through stories of golfers who have triumphed by focusing on these principles, we illustrate the immense potential for improvement. The episode wraps up by celebrating the personal growth and satisfaction that come from mastering these techniques, inviting listeners to experience the thrill of a more intuitive and effective way of playing golf.
To reach Bradley easiest, his Instagram is @bhughesgolf.com
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Join us for an insightful conversation with John Erickson, the visionary founder of Advanced Ball Striking, and Louis Brown, the reigning USGA Senior Amateur Champion. Discover how John's expertise on club transition was a game-changer for Louis, helping him claim victory after a year-long hiatus from tournaments. Lewis shares his incredible journey from the Junior World Tournament in 1981 to balancing a demanding career in investment with his passion for golf, illustrating the meticulous preparation and mental fortitude required to succeed at the highest levels.
Explore the fascinating world of golf swing techniques with us as we uncover the secrets behind transforming a good swing into a championship-winning one. John and Lewis reveal advanced methods inspired by legends like Ben Hogan, emphasizing the importance of understanding mechanics over feel. From the concept of "tripping the shaft" to video analysis, we break down the elements that have helped players like Lewis and Jesse achieve remarkable victories. Listen in as we highlight the profound impact of subtle changes and strategic adaptations in the pursuit of golfing excellence.
Beyond techniques, we navigate the vital role of mental strategy in achieving peak performance. Lewis shares insights from his collaboration with performance coach Bob Rotella, underscoring the power of staying present and the art of trusting one's skills under pressure. From overcoming health challenges to embracing the mental aspects of the game, our conversation celebrates the indomitable spirit that defines great golfers. Whether you're a seasoned pro or an enthusiast, this episode is a celebration of golf's passion, resilience, and unparalleled camaraderie.
To become a part of this incredible community, go to www.advancedballstriking.com
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Unlock the secrets of Advanced Ball Striking (ABS) with John Sing, a remarkable golfer who has turned his mid-range handicap into a sub-par game through this revolutionary technique. Join us as John shares his transformative journey, revealing how ABS has simplified his golf swing and reduced his emotional attachment to ball flight outcomes. With insights from golf masters John Erickson and Bradley Hughes, this episode promises to provide you with a fresh perspective on refining your golf skills and reaching new heights in your game.
Discover the power of repetitive drills and the importance of building internal knowledge and kinesthetic awareness through ABS. Learn how to develop a deeper connection with your game by awakening your inner coach and trusting your body's natural movements. This episode explores how golfers can improve their techniques by focusing on movement practices separate from hitting the ball, leading to a more intuitive and consistent performance on the course.
Uncover the intricate relationship between golf swing mechanics and equipment setup as we discuss the influence of vintage clubs and customized gear on your swing. John Sing shares engaging personal anecdotes, illustrating how these insights have enriched his understanding of the game. Embrace the mind-body connection in golf, shifting from analytical to intuitive play, and learn how historical greats like Hogan and Sneed adapted their techniques. Whether you're an ABS enthusiast or curious about enhancing your golf experience, join us for an engaging exploration of advanced ball striking techniques and community support.
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Unlock the secrets to mastering the mental game of golf with Laura Scott, a remarkable UK-based golf mental coach, as she shares her transformative journey from competitive sports to becoming an expert in the mental strategies that enhance performance and joy on the course. Discover how Laura's holistic approach, which combines goal-setting, belief examination, and self-awareness, can lead to significant improvements in your golf experience. Her collaboration with teaching and fitness professionals provides a comprehensive pathway to success, and her insights into understanding the 'why' behind your desire to play are particularly illuminating.
Imagine the power of transforming your mindset by simply changing "should" to "could." Laura and I delve into how these minor language tweaks can empower you both on and off the course, drawing inspiration from legends like Tom Watson and Greg Norman. Through engaging stories, we explore the art of reframing negative situations into opportunities for growth, encouraging you to embrace mistakes and simplify the mental game. By focusing on emotional intelligence and being present, we reveal strategies to boost confidence and self-worth, fostering a mindset that supports you through life's challenges.
Finally, gain valuable insights into the world of emotional IQ in golf, with examples from iconic players like Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. Uncover techniques such as visualization and post-shot routines that can transform your emotional responses, both on the course and in everyday situations. Laura shares actionable strategies for maintaining a neutral emotional baseline, emphasizing the individuality of the mental game and encouraging you to define your own success. Whether you're a high-level competitor or simply enjoying a round with friends, this episode offers a wealth of knowledge to enhance your mental performance and overall enjoyment of golf.
To find Laura best, go to Instagram @coachingforsuccess
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What happens when you blend the wisdom of a legendary golf coach with life coaching insights? Sean Foley, a luminary in the golf world, joins us to share his transformative journey from swing coach to personal mentor. We promise you an episode filled with insights that go beyond the fairway, encouraging a deeper understanding of personal growth and introspection. Sean's unique approach challenges us to question societal norms and embrace curiosity as a path to success, not just in golf, but in life.
Explore the fascinating balance between distance and accuracy in the modern golf swing, where today's players achieve remarkable clubhead speeds without compromising precision. We compare past and present training techniques, uncovering how advancements have shifted the focus from mere accuracy to a holistic approach to player development. Learn about the essential role of mental and physical wellness and the importance of hydration, meditation, and exercise in achieving professional success. Discover why the path to unlocking your full potential is unique to you and not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Join us as we navigate the complexities of personal growth and resilience, drawing parallels between elite athletes and military training. From understanding ground reaction forces to the significance of the trail arm in golf, we discuss the intricacies of mechanics and the impact of modern sedentary lifestyles on performance. Through personal anecdotes, we highlight the importance of perspective, acceptance, and love for the game. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom, encouraging you to apply newfound insights to both your golf game and life's journey.
To find Sean easiest, go to Instagram @seanfoleyperformance
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Jim Hardy, a legendary figure in golf instruction, joins us on the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast to unravel the complexities of the golf swing. Known for his revolutionary insights into the one-plane and two-plane swings, Jim shares his fascinating journey from a multi-sport athlete to a professional golfer. Through personal stories and anecdotes, he brings to life his experiences at Oklahoma State University and on the PGA Tour, providing a rare glimpse into the evolution of swing instruction that has influenced countless players and coaches around the globe.
Dive into the heart of Jim's teaching philosophy with our exploration of the creation of Plain Truth Golf. Inspired by the teachings of John Jacobs, Jim has honed an understanding of golf mechanics by observing legends like Jack Nicklaus and Ben Hogan. This episode delves into the intricacies of swing delivery, dissecting the vertical and horizontal planes and offering a nuanced look at how professionals like Bubba Watson adapt their swings. With practical insights and historical context, listeners will gain a deeper appreciation for the art and science behind mastering the golf swing.
This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone passionate about improving their golf game. Jim Hardy's candid critique of modern instruction highlights the importance of understanding ball flight, swing faults, and the vital dynamics of club impact. By focusing on the fundamentals, Jim shares actionable advice that transcends generic teaching methods, offering listeners tools to enhance their performance. Join us for a heartfelt homage to the collaborative spirit of the golfing community, as we express gratitude to Jim for sharing his lifelong dedication to advancing the game.
To reach Justin, please email him at justin@elitegolfswing.com
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Unlock the secrets of golf mastery with insights from Eric Schjoberg, a distinguished
coach from McCormick Ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona, who joins us for an enlightening conversation on the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast. Dive into Eric's captivating journey from an injury-battered aspiring golfer to a renowned coach, sharing how the teachings of David Leadbetter reshaped his path. Eric's analytical approach and perseverance are a testament to the transformational power of finding the right guidance and methodology in golf coaching.
Discover a fresh perspective on modern golf instruction as we challenge outdated techniques and emphasize the value of personalized teaching. Eric critiques traditional concepts, like the infamous 80-20 weight distribution attributed to Jack Nicklaus, and advocates for an individualized approach to coaching that prioritizes mechanics and personal feel. From humor-laden anecdotes about Butch Harmon to the exploration of how coaches like Kelvin Miyahura and Hugh Marr influence the game, this episode is a treasure trove of insights for golfers and coaches alike.
Connect with Eric as he shares his coaching philosophy and invites listeners to enhance their golf skills through his services. Visit ejsgolf.com for more information and access to his wealth of resources. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your technique or an experienced coach seeking to refine your methods, this episode offers wisdom and practical tips to elevate your understanding and enjoyment of the game.
To reach Eric, his website is www.EJSGolf.com
To reach Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, text him @ (831)277-0343
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Ever wondered how the right golf equipment and mental strength can transform your game? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Anthony Broussard, a former Corn Fairy Tour player turned elite golf coach in Dallas, Texas. Anthony provides a captivating journey through his career, highlighting critical moments like his achievements at the Texas State Open and the US Open at Pinehurst. With insights from his state-of-the-art teaching studio and invaluable experiences under legendary coach Chuck Cook, this episode promises to inspire golfers at all levels.
Anthony dives deep into the often-overlooked aspect of golf: equipment customization. Discover how fine-tuning variables such as bounce, angle, shaft profile, swing weight, and grip size can significantly impact your performance on the course. We discuss the role of cutting-edge technology in speeding up the process of finding the perfect equipment fit, ensuring that your gear aligns seamlessly with your playing style and goals. This chapter is a must-listen for anyone serious about optimizing their game through tailored equipment.
Beyond the physical aspects of golf, we explore the profound impact of mental health and spirituality on athletic performance. Hear from a professional golfer who candidly shares his battle with substance abuse and how achieving sobriety led to a resurgence in his career. From managing mental blocks to harnessing the power of faith, we delve into the psychological tools and spiritual practices that can elevate your game. This episode offers a holistic approach to mastering golf, emphasizing the importance of mental and spiritual growth in achieving true excellence.
To reach Anthony and his amazing staff, go to www.pureswinggolf.com
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Unlock the secrets to mastering your putt with the legendary "Putt Doctor" himself, Dr. Craig Farnsworth. Join us as we journey through Dr. Farnsworth’s transformation from a sports vision optometrist for the Denver Nuggets to a revered putting coach in the golfing world. Discover his unique methods to enhance your putting skills by harnessing your visual abilities. From target accuracy to alignment and peripheral awareness, learn why vision is the cornerstone to a successful putt and how most golfers overlook this critical aspect before focusing on stroke mechanics or equipment choices.
Ever wondered how eye dominance and ball position could reshape your putting game? We unravel the complexities of these often-overlooked factors, especially for right-handed and cross-dominant players. Misalignment due to neglecting eye dominance can drastically affect your aim and target line perception. Listen in for practical tips on adjusting your ball position, stance, and even neck tilt to align your visual perception perfectly and hit those putts with pinpoint accuracy.
Challenging everything you thought you knew about putting, we shed light on putting myths and the true art of distance control. From stance width to the biomechanics of putter fitting, gain insights on how stance balance impacts your game and why speed control is crucial to avoid those dreaded three-putts. Hear about the techniques of top golfers like Loren Roberts, who mastered lag putting, and learn why proper putter fitting is more about biomechanics than comfort. We also bust common myths in green reading and share modern techniques for better ball roll and distance control, inspired by champions like Canale and Cam Smith. This episode is packed with transformative advice to elevate your putting prowess.
To find out more, go to www.theputtdoctor.com
To reach Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, his email is jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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Unlock the secrets to a better golf game with insights from John Mazzinoble of JumboMax Grips and Southern California golf Hall of Fame teacher Billy McKinney. Discover how the right grip can drastically improve your comfort and performance on the course. I share my personal journey with JumboMax grips and provide a sneak peek into the upcoming fitting centers focused on personalized service and active listening.
Tune in to learn about the innovation behind JumboMax golf grips, a solution that stands up to extensive research and cutting-edge technology. We bust myths about larger grips leading to slicing and explain how they actually promote relaxed hands and wrists, optimizing swing efficiency. From reducing hand tension to aiding golfers with arthritis, the benefits are vast and touch every age and skill level, including a highlight on professional success stories like Bryson DeChambeau and Braden Shattuck.
We dive into the critical role of proper grip fitting, often overlooked despite its importance. Hear about legendary golfers and rising stars who have thrived with the right grips, and explore the JumboMax fitting app designed to find your perfect grip size and weight. Learn about the anatomy behind grip technology and the future collaborations poised to revolutionize your golf experience. Get ready to dial in your game with expert insights and the latest advancements from JumboMax and our esteemed guests.
To reach Billy, email him at billymckinneycare@gmail.com
To reach Justin Tang, his email is Justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, email him at jesse@flaguntersgolf.com
And of course www.jumbomax.com
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Is it possible that most of your missed putts are due to misreads rather than poor strokes? Join us on the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast as we uncover the secrets to mastering green reading and putting with our special guest, Ralph Bauer, the inventor of the Tour Read app. Ralph breaks down the science of green reading, revealing how understanding slopes and break conditions can transform your performance on the green. From PGA Tour anecdotes to practical tips, this episode promises to elevate your confidence and lower your scores.
Proper alignment and visual tracking are crucial elements of a successful putt. In this episode, we dive deep into the technical aspects of putting, including saccadic vision, smooth pursuit, and the importance of neck posture. Ralph shares a compelling story about a PGA Tour player’s journey to correct his putting alignment, shedding light on how small adjustments can yield significant improvements. We also introduce Twirly, an innovative app that uses your smartphone to measure ground slope, offering insights that can dramatically enhance your putting accuracy.
Technology is revolutionizing the way we approach golf, and Ralph’s apps are at the forefront. Learn the origins of these groundbreaking tools, developed through a unique collaboration between a seasoned golf coach and an engineer. Hear success stories from PGA Tour players like Nick Taylor and Tom Hoage , and discover how these apps can benefit golfers at all levels. This episode is a treasure trove of expert advice and technological advancements aimed at making green reading accessible and effective, ensuring that you can enjoy the game more and achieve better results.
To access this incredible Application, download from the App Store and Tour Read should be available for Androids by September of 2024.
To reach Justin easiest, email him at Justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse easiest, email him at Jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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Unlock the secrets to optimizing your mental game in golf with our special guest, John Weir, the genius behind the Mental Golf Type (MGT) program. In this episode of the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast, we promise you'll learn how to tailor your mental approach to match your unique personality, just as you would custom-fit your golf clubs. Discover the revolutionary techniques of using personality questionnaires to develop mental strategies that align with your natural tendencies, helping you manage stress and enhance your performance on the course.
Take an inspiring journey from California to Florida as we share firsthand experiences of working with top golf coach Mike Bender and his team. We highlight the significant growth experienced through personalized mental strategies, underscoring the importance of understanding individual psychological needs. Hear the powerful story of an SEC All-American golfer whose career was transformed by aligning mental advice with his personality type, illustrating the profound impact of the MGT system rooted in Jungian typology.
Dive into the science behind stress management and its critical role in achieving peak golf performance. Learn how subtle stress can impair motor functions and disrupt your swing, and why identifying your stress triggers is essential. With insights from golf legends like Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods, we explore how extroverts and introverts manage energy differently. Wrap up with actionable strategies to reduce scoring variance and enhance consistency, including a free mental fitting service to optimize your mental game. This episode is your comprehensive guide to mastering the mental facets of golf and unlocking your full potential on the course.
To get yourself started in this process,go to www.mentalgolftype.com and punch in ,”Flaghunters” for a discount.
To reach Justin, his email is, justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, his email is jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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Ever wondered how a corporate lawyer could pivot to become a leading putting theorist? In this compelling episode, we sit down with Geoff Mangum, who transformed his career from law to golf, bringing a unique blend of physics, math, and literature to master the art of putting. Jeff lives in a charming farmhouse in Fountain, North Carolina, and he’s here to share how his meticulous approach revolutionized his understanding of putting, making it an invaluable skill for any golfer.
Geoff sets the record straight about his multifaceted legal career, debunking the myth that he was just a corporate lawyer. From advocating for Native American tribes to achieving a high success rate as a criminal appellate lawyer, Jeff’s legal background significantly influenced his methodical approach to mastering golf. He talks about identifying critical putting skills like reading the putt, aiming, and achieving the right pace, using his legal research skills to dissect and perfect these techniques.
We also tackle misconceptions in golf putting and explore how understanding body mechanics can dramatically improve your game. Jeff highlights advancements in brain science and critiques the current state of golfing knowledge, emphasizing the importance of rhythm and tempo for distance control. With practical tips and insightful anecdotes, Geoff offers a fresh perspective on putting that could change the way you approach the sport. Join us for a deep dive into the intricacies of golf putting with one of the field’s most analytical minds.
Geoff’s Facebook page is called “The Putting Zone.” It is a joinable group.
To reach Justin, his email is Justin@elitegolfswing
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Unlock the secrets to optimizing your mental game and achieving peak performance with expert insights from performance coach and hypnotherapist Paul Salter. Ever wondered how childhood experiences shape your stress responses on the golf course? Discover how unmet emotional needs from the past can lead to self-sabotage and how hypnotherapy can rewire your subconscious to align your mental state with your goals. Paul breaks down the concept of flow state and shares practical strategies to cultivate a distraction-free mindset essential for success.
Reignite your innate curiosity and rediscover the joy of learning just like a child. We explore the profound impact of life's challenges on our natural inquisitiveness and the unique struggles men face in maintaining emotional openness. Learn the powerful technique of identifying and labeling emotions for better emotional regulation. Through routine and discipline, Paul emphasizes reconnecting with your core curiosity to achieve consistent flow, whether you're swinging a golf club or making strategic decisions at the poker table.
Step into the transformative world of hypnotherapy and experience quicker, more effective results than traditional talk therapy. Paul and I discuss how this innovative approach can interrupt destructive self-talk and pave new neural pathways to foster confidence and self-worth. By confronting deep-seated fears and stepping outside comfort zones, you can achieve significant personal and professional growth. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on overcoming the harsh inner critic, reprogramming outdated survival mechanisms, and unleashing your full potential.
Paul has a fantastic Podcast !!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scratch-golfers-mindset/id1742610817
To reach Paul, his email is, paul@unstuckyourselfmindset.com
To reach Justin Tang, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, his email is jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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Unlock the secrets to mastering your golf mindset and transform your performance both on and off the course! In this episode of the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast, we are joined by the insightful Paul Salter, a performance coach and licensed hypnotherapist from Tampa, Florida. Paul shares his expertise on overcoming subconscious fears and anxieties that can't be outworked on the practice range. Learn how emotional triggers like a bad shot or a competitor's success can activate destructive mindset programs, and discover practical strategies to change belief patterns and improve self-talk for enhanced performance and enjoyment of the game.
Imagine reprogramming your mind by shedding outdated beliefs and fears that hinder your progress. Paul introduces the concept of de-hypnotizing ourselves, with a focus on becoming process-oriented rather than results-oriented. Using examples from top athletes like Scotty Shuffler, Paul explains how surrendering to the process fosters confidence and peace. Through hypnotherapy, maladaptive thoughts can be identified and reprogrammed, enabling the creation of new neural pathways and a significant paradigm shift. This transformation not only improves your mental game but also boosts your overall performance.
Our conversation takes a deep dive into the emotional intricacies of self-sabotage and unconscious reactions, especially in the context of golf. Paul emphasizes the critical role of shifting from unconscious reactions to conscious responses, using techniques like hypnosis and pattern interrupts. We discuss the importance of teaching these skills early in life to leverage the malleability of young minds. By addressing hidden mental blocks and overcoming the fear of success and scarcity mindsets, golfers can break free from self-sabotage and elevate their game to new heights. Tune in for an enriching discussion packed with valuable insights and practical strategies to master your golf mindset.
To reach Paul, go to instagram @scratchgolfmindset. Paul is also the host of the Scratch Golfer’s Mindset !https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-scratch-golfers-mindset/id1742610817
To reach Jesse, email him, jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
To reach one of the best minds in Golf that I know of AND my friend and Podcast partner, Justin Tang of the Tana Mara Golf Club in Singapore. His email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
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What if the key to mastering golf isn't in the swing but in the mind? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Peter Ballengall as he takes us through his incredible journey from Wilson Sporting Goods to becoming a renowned golf coach and writer. Discover how his transformative experiences at John Jacobs' golf center shaped his unique teaching philosophy, emphasizing the principles of ball flight laws over traditional swing techniques. Hear about his pioneering role at Barnham Broom Golf and Country Club where he introduced residential golf schools, significantly impacting the UK golf scene.
Peter’s transition from the golf course to the written word is nothing short of fascinating. Despite initial apprehensions about publishing articles focused on the mental aspects of golf, his narrative-driven pieces quickly gained popularity, earning him a five-and-a-half-year stint as a celebrated writer for one of Europe's biggest-selling magazines. We also explore his successful authorship of several golf books, including the massively popular "Learn Golf in a Weekend," which sold over 500,000 copies. Now residing in Spain, Peter continues to share his golfing wisdom through a more relaxed coaching schedule.
This episode also pays homage to the legendary John Jacobs, whose teachings have left a lasting legacy in the world of golf. Learn about Jacobs' unconventional approach, which prioritized understanding ball flight laws and the club face's impact over the technical details of the swing. Peter sheds light on Jacobs' "Goldilocks teaching" philosophy and offers practical advice on effective practice habits and maintaining a positive attitude on the course. Whether you're a seasoned golfer or a novice, you'll find invaluable insights and stories that celebrate the joy and complexity of the game.
You can find Peter on LinkedIn.
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What if mastering just one club could revolutionize your entire golf game? Join us as we sit down with the iconic Roger Cleveland, whose journey from founding Cleveland Golf to becoming a legendary wedge maker at Callaway is nothing short of fascinating. Discover how his early days crafting classic persimmon woods shaped his meticulous approach to golf club making, and hear his thoughts on the importance of mental health within the golf community, sparked by the tragic passing of Grayson Murray.
Ever wondered how the best in golf perfect their short game? We reminisce about playing alongside greats like David Graham and trace the evolution of golf equipment over the decades. My tenure at Callaway Golf, starting in 1996, offered a front-row seat to groundbreaking advancements in irons and wedges, driven by rigorous R&D and AI innovations. Learn why practicing diverse shot types in various conditions can swiftly elevate your scores and deepen your love for the game.
Could the right wedge technique be your secret weapon? Explore with us the critical role of bounce and specialized techniques for different lies and conditions. Roger shares expert insights on using the sole of the club and less shaft lean for optimal performance. We also dive into my latest short game innovations, including the use of heavier wedges for improved feel and distance control. This heartfelt conversation wraps up with mutual admiration and a hopeful invitation for a future round of golf. Listen in for an episode rich in golf history, technical mastery, and a call for empathy.
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Discover the delicate balance between the precision of putting and the demands of parenthood as Brittany Lincicome an esteemed LPGA Tour pro, joins us to share her story. Golf isn't just about the swing; it's a mental marathon, and Brittany gives us an inside look at the sheer resilience required to stay on top of her game while juggling the joys and challenges that come with being a mom. She illuminates the path taken by many female athletes, where the pursuit of greatness on the greens intertwines with the nurturing role of a parent. With a candid conversation, we celebrate women's golf and advocate for the acclaim it richly deserves.
Dive into the psyche of a professional golfer as we tackle the mental toughness essential for a formidable short game. Brittany divulges the strategies that keep her mentally grounded amidst the high pressures of competition. From the reliance on cutting-edge technology to the age-old wisdom of golfing greats, we unravel the complexities of maintaining a competitive edge. It's not always about the perfect shot; it's the relentless pursuit of progress and the capability to recover from the inevitable imperfections that define a true champion.
The fairway to equality in sports is long, but strides are being made. We address the disparities female golfers face compared to their male counterparts, focusing on the prowess and skill that women bring to the game. Brittany's insights into the training nuances and the sheer technical mastery of LPGA players underscore the potential for men in the sport to learn from their female contemporaries. As we wrap up, we rally behind the female competitors who dazzle us with their talent and call for increased recognition and support in their sporting journeys.
Revolutionize your golf game and shatter your handicap with insights from the remarkable Jim Venetos. Our latest episode is a treasure trove for anyone aiming to master the greens, as Jim, an acclaimed instructor, shares his journey and groundbreaking teaching methods that focus on stillness and simplicity. Get ready to unlock the secrets to consistent power and efficiency that have reshaped the way golf is played, from the mind of someone who has transformed countless swings and scores.
Explore the synergy of mind and body in achieving golfing excellence, as Jim draws parallels to other sports and dismantles traditional techniques with his innovative approach. We navigate through the nuances of the sport, examining the dynamics of the body and arms, and how presetting movements can lead to game-changing results. This conversation isn't just a lesson in mechanics but a philosophical shift in how you approach each round, promising profound improvements for golfers of all backgrounds.
As we wrap up our enlightening discussion, Jim's passion for the game shines through, from his tales of long drive events to his tribute to the legendary Jack Nicklaus. His commitment extends beyond personal success to a mission of advancing the sport for others, as he shares his instructional outreach and the transformative impact it continues to have on players worldwide. Whether you're teeing off for the first time or refining a seasoned swing, this episode is your invitation to rethink your play and elevate your golfing experience.
To find out more from Jim, go to www.jimvenetosgolfacadamy.com
To reach Justin, email him at justin@elitegolfswing.com
For Jesse, jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
A big thank you to TaylorMade and Adidas for their tremendous support.
Transform your approach to learning golf—or any skill—with insights from the celebrated coach Michael Hebron, who takes us beyond traditional techniques into the neuroscience of skill acquisition. In this episode, I had the privilege of engaging with Michael as he traces his own evolution from award-winning instructor to a pioneer integrating the science of learning into his craft. His remarkable journey, steeped in education from Harvard and UCLA, reveals how understanding the brain's activities prior to the execution of a golf swing can revolutionize coaching. Michael defies conventional methods, arguing for a universal goal of facilitating learning that goes far beyond the sport itself.
Feel the rhythm of your golf swing as it aligns with the tempo of your learning process. Michael and I dissect the significance of visualization and present-moment awareness, paralleled with anecdotes from my early writing days that underscore the power of positivity and incremental challenges in mastering a skill. We unpack the seemingly complex motion of a golf swing, simplifying it to actions innate to our daily lives, and emphasize that true learning requires more than just instruction—it demands an experience that resonates with the learner. This episode is an exploration of alternative coaching, where the focus shifts from correcting to understanding the 'why' behind each movement.
Venture into the broader landscape of learning with us, where adaptation and self-discovery reign supreme. Hear about Michael's groundbreaking book, now influencing college curriculums with its fresh perspective on learning theory. We critique outdated educational approaches and champion a no-fault philosophy that treats every outcome as a valuable lesson. For those thirsty for educational strategies that honor the holistic nature of learning and growth, this masterclass with Michael Hebron is an invitation to reshape your understanding and elevate your game—on the green and in life.
We thank Micheal for his enormous contribution to the game of Golf. His email is micheal@michealhebron.com
For Justin: justin@elitegolfswing.com
For Jesse: jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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Unlock the secrets to a stronger mental game on the green with our latest episode featuring sports psychologist Lee Crumbleholme. Lee, with a storied background aiding pros on the DP World and PGA Tours, reveals how mental health is the linchpin in elevating a golfer's performance. By breaking down psychological complexities into digestible strategies, he sets you up for success whether you're aiming to shave strokes off your handicap or simply find more joy in every round.
Step onto the course with confidence as we unpack the Winning Golf Mind program and the power of positive reinforcement. From tales of Ryder Cup glory to the intimate challenges faced on the fairway, Lee's expertise sheds light on the psychological finesse that separates the good from the great. Embrace the lighter side of sports psychology, too, as we share laughter, a love for the game, and the infectious enthusiasm for helping others improve their mental approach to golf.
Finally, savor the satisfaction that comes with every well-struck shot and learn how to hold onto that feeling. Lee's approach not only improves your game but also amps up the enjoyment factor, regardless of the scorecard. Join us as we explore the delightful intricacies of golf psychology and offer a fresh perspective to enhance your love for the game.
To find out more valuable game improvement information, go to www.winninggolfmind.com
To reach Justin for lessons or other inquiries, please email justin@elitegolfswing.com
To reach Jesse, jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
A big thank you to TaylorMade and Adidas for their support as always.
Unleash the hidden power of the mind on the fairway as clinical hypnotherapist Kira Yang joins me, Jesse Perryman, on a solo venture of the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast. Together, we dissect the psychological barriers holding back your swing, proving that the key to a better game might just lie within your own subconscious. Kira's groundbreaking work with top-tier athletes and CEOs reveals how transforming core beliefs and mental blocks can dramatically enhance not only your golf performance but your overall zest for life.
Imagine standing on the green, poised and confident, your mind a fortress against self-sabotage. This episode delves into the subconscious mind, touching on the concept of upper limits that can thwart success at its brink. No more crumbling under pressure; instead, Kira guides us through aligning identity and aspirations, shedding the weight of childhood programming and societal expectations. By mastering presence and detaching from outcomes, we learn how to slip into those coveted flow states for peak performance, just like the pros.
Finally, step into the realm of hypnosis with us, where limiting beliefs are reshaped into stepping stones for growth and self-realization. We explore how altering these foundational beliefs infuses optimism into every drive and putt, changing how we perceive failure and success. Kira's insights don't just promise to improve your game; they offer a blueprint for a proactive, fulfilling life. Tune in for an episode that's more than just about golf - it's about crafting the winning mindset for life's every challenge.
To find out more and work with Kyra, go to http://www.generatemindsetcurrency.com/
Kyra also has an amazing X feed. https://twitter.com/iamkyrayang
And https://www.instagram.com/iamkyrayang
Kyra also has a fantastic newsletter that I swear by http://winwithkyra.com/trainyourbrain
To find Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To find Jesse, his email is jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
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A big thank you to England and your incredibly kind hospitality 🙏
Embark on a journey beyond the green with Pia Nilsson the visionary force behind Vision 54, who unearths the holistic aspects of golf coaching that transcend the conventional swing focus. Pia's storied legacy, including her mentorship of golf icon Annika Sorenstam, serves as a testament to the power of a well-rounded approach to the sport. As your hosts, we revel in drawing a line from Scotty Scheffler's triumph at Augusta to the principles Pia champions, emphasizing that the key to unlocking a golfer's potential lies not only in the mind but also in the heart and soul of the player.
This episode is a celebration of the PT MESS system, Pia's brainchild that integrates physical, technical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual elements into player development. It's a deep dive into the nuances of what makes a golfer truly great, with stories and insights on intrinsic motivation, joy, and well-being that go far beyond perfecting a swing. Listeners will find themselves nodding along as we share our own experiences on the course, affirming the significance of personal satisfaction and the pursuit of golfing excellence.
As we wrap up this insightful session, we touch upon the delicate dance of parenting junior golfers and the challenges of nurturing young talent in an authentic way. Our discussion extends to Pia's Super Coach 54 program, offering a beacon for coaches seeking to enhance their impact beyond technical instruction. And for a final, light-hearted twist, travel essentials take center stage as we share a few laughs over our must-haves while on the road, proving that even the smallest joys can make a world of a difference in a life intertwined with golf.
Thank you to Pia for sharing her wisdom ! Make sure to go to www. Vision54.com to find out more.
To find Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To find Jesse, his email is Jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
Thank you TaylorMade and Adidas for your excellent support !
And a shoutout to the Old Barnwell boys in Aiken, SC for the great round !
Unlock the secrets of your mind's influence on the fairways as we welcome the illustrious golf coach EA Tischler to share his game-changing insights on mental game mastery. Through engaging discussions, EA, a philosopher of the greens with deep knowledge of biomechanics, unveils the potent blend of mental fortitude and body mechanics that can send your golf game soaring. Discover the transformative power of syncing conscious goals with the subconscious drive, and learn how to construct a pre-shot ritual that primes you for success with every swing.
Golf isn't just a physical challenge—it's a rhythmic dance of the mind and body, where cadence and acceptance play starring roles. EA guides us through the process of finding your unique tempo and how this beat can empower your game, while also delving into the importance of making peace with the outcome of each shot. He imparts the wisdom of using swing thoughts and mental imagery as tools to not only refine your swing but to also maintain focus and timing, ensuring you maintain control rather than being ensnared by the mechanics.
In the realm of professional golf, emotional resilience is just as crucial as skill, if not more. EA offers a candid look at the often-overlooked aspect of mental scarring and how athletes can navigate past failures to regain confidence. He also emphasizes the pivotal role of personalized coaching in an age where sports training technology is rapidly evolving. This episode isn't just for the avid golfer; it's a treasure trove of strategies and philosophies that can enhance your approach to any of life's complexities, ensuring you leave equipped with a fortified mental game both on and off the course.
Thank you EA for graciously sharing your life’s work with us ! To find EA, please go to www.newhorizonsgolf.com
To find Justin, please email justin@elitegolfswing.com
To find Jesse, please email jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
Thank you to TaylorMade and Adidas for their support as always
Imagine perfecting your wedge game with advice from a master craftsman with over three decades of experience. Terry Kohler of Edison Wedges joins us to share his wisdom, ensuring that whether you're navigating the plush turf of Monterey or the rugged landscapes of Texas, you'll be armed with the knowledge to choose just the right club to enhance your play. Alongside my co-host, respected Singaporean golf instructor Justin Tang, we dissect the intricacies of wedge design, revealing the ways in which bounce and turf interaction can dramatically transform your short game.
Uncover the secrets of the Edison 2.0 wedges, as we delve into the art of club crafting and its evolution from classics like the Reed Lockhart and Hogan Fort Worth blades. This episode isn't just about history; it's about revolutionizing your performance through weight redistribution and understanding the smash factor. We also examine the disparities between the needs of tour players and the weekend golfer, ensuring that the wisdom imparted is applicable to your game, no matter your skill level. Plus, we discuss the strategic fitting of clubs and the importance of practice to master the proper motion through impact.
Wrap up your golfing toolkit with insider knowledge on how to structure your golf bag for success. Learn the significance of matching your wedges to your irons and the effect that grip and swing weight have on your game. I'll also illuminate the impact of club finish on your wedge shots, from the aesthetic appeal to the practicality of rust prevention. With Terry's commitment to excellence and our shared enthusiasm for the game, this episode is your tee-off point for elevating your wedge play to enviable heights.
Make sure to go to www.edisonwedges.com to pick these bad boys up.
You can reach Justin easiest via his email, Justin@elitegolfswing.com
You can reach Jesse easiest via his email, Jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
When life throws a curveball, it's our passion and discipline that keep us swinging. That's the essence of my chat with Colin Triplett, a fitness sage with a dream to conquer the United States Mid-Amateur Golf Tournament. Colin's tale isn't just about hitting the gym; it's a clarion call for those over 50 to embrace vitality and extend their innings in sports and life. Our exchange unpacks his fitness philosophy for golfers and the transformative power of setting audacious goals. For those seeking a playbook on personal growth and the tools to help others shine in their autumn years, this episode is your caddy.
Have you ever considered how self-discipline could be the secret ingredient to your happiness? We tear down the walls to reveal how mindset intertwined with self-discipline can carve the path to true freedom and satisfaction. This isn't just about staying the course; it's about reveling in the journey and discovering the process itself is the prize. I share anecdotes and insights on how aligning one's goals with their growth journey can result in an unbeatable game – both on the fairways and in the grand game of life.
Picture a golfer, poised and at peace amidst the pressure of the game. In this heart-to-heart, you'll find out how presence and meditation can fine-tune your focus, both on the green and off it. We don't just stop at the mind; we leap into the realm of physical performance, discussing brain mapping, nutrition, and the art of recovery. It's about fine-tuning your swing and crafting a life teeming with fulfillment. If you're someone who finds solace in the swing, this episode is a tribute to your passion and the community you're a part of. Join me and Colin for a round that goes beyond the back nine, where every shot is about sculpting the life you've always envisioned.
Thank you Colin for sharing your expertise and vulnerability ! You can find Colin on the web at. www.mintfit.com and on Instagram @birdies.n.bogeys
A shout out as always to Adidas and TaylorMade for their incredible support.
Justin is easily reached via the web, www.elitegolfswing.com. He’s also accessible on Instagram @elitegolfswing.
Jesse is easily reached via Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod
Embark on a journey through the green with Andreas Kali, the visionary head coach of the Danish Junior Golf Association, as we dissect the core elements shaping the next wave of European golf champions. Our candid chat with Andreas unveils his bespoke coaching philosophy that champions individuality, creating a nurturing hotbed for Dutch prodigies. We compare the supportive, community-driven European youth development to the more solitary American pursuit of golfing prowess, examining the potential lessons for stateside golfers and the infrastructure needed to foster their growth.
Navigating the fairways of coaching, I share the psychological twists and turns of personal swing adjustments, revealing the surprising role of technology in my understanding of the game. We dissect the essence of a solid coaching foundation, exploring the nuanced difference between coaching systems and methods, and the critical role they play in managing the sport's mental and technical demands. Mentorship and community emerge as vital threads in the coaching tapestry, as we recount the evolution from an apprentice to an established coach, drawing inspiration from those who guided us along the way.
No episode is complete without looking ahead. Join us as we gear up for a series of travel and networking opportunities where you can meet Andreas and engage with fellow golf enthusiasts. Whether it's Barcelona in March or the PGA Summit in Germany, these events highlight the importance of connection within the golfing fraternity. So, whether you're a coach, player, or simply a fan of the game, this episode is laden with insights, reflections, and a shared passion for golf that unites us all.
To find Andreas, go to www.andreaskaligolf.com
To find Justin easiest, email him at justin@elitegolfswing.com or on Instagram @elitegolfswing
To find Jesse, also email him at jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com or on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod.com
Thank you again to TaylorMade and Adidas for their incredible support..
Ever wondered how the mind of a top golf coach operates? Swing into the insights of Graham Walker, the maestro behind the golfing prowess of players like Tommy Fleetwood. In our latest podcast episode, we traverse the undulating terrain of golf, from the rigorous discipline of practice to the freewheeling artistry of play. Under Graham's guidance, we uncover strategies that fortify confidence and refine technique, providing a masterclass in every aspect of the game, whether you're a weekend warrior or dreaming of the tour.
Grip your clubs tighter as we move from the tee box to the green, dissecting every facet of the game with Graham's teaching philosophy as our caddie. Through candid conversations, we share the evolution of champion players and decode their journey to the pinnacle of golfing success. We tackle the psychological elements that go into those nerve-racking moments, transforming potential into performance. Furthermore, we delve into the five colors of performance—a palette every young golfer must master to paint their path in the golfing cosmos.
Finally, we tee off into the realm of coaching with stories of mentorship and the indelible impact of a wise guide on a golfer's career. Not only does Graham enlighten us with technical nuances like the 'put with loft, hinge and hold' shot, but he also imparts the soulful side of coaching, where the joy of seeing a student thrive is the true trophy. Our narrative rounds off with a salute to the dedication of golfers who constantly sharpen their short game, and the contemplative reflections of a coach pondering the legacy of his teachings through the written word. Join us for this swing session, where every anecdote carries the potential to change your game forever.
We thank TaylorMade and Adidas for their support.
To get Graham Walker’s incredible app, go to https://golfscoringskills.com
To reach Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
For Jesse, jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
Golf enthusiasts, get ready to elevate your game! We've had the honor of hosting Hal Sutton, a master of the game of golf, whose insights cut as sharp as his swing. Throughout this episode, Hal, with an illustrious career taking on legends from Jack Nicklaus to Tiger Woods, opens up about the essence of becoming a true golf champion. He doesn't just recount victories and accolades; he delves into the importance of mental fortitude, the art of resilience, and the profound impact that a multi-sport background can have on a golfer's approach to the game.
With stories of iconic mentors like Jimmy Ballard and Byron Nelson, Hal takes us through the nuances of strategy and technique that can only come from decades of experience. His candid revelations on overcoming adversity, the pitfalls of modern golf's obsession with technology, and how feedback from the right equipment can dramatically enhance performance provide a comprehensive look into the sport's evolving landscape. His conviction shines through as he emphasizes authenticity and personal intuition over conforming to the mechanics popularized by coaching trends.
Wrapping up this masterclass, Hal reflects on the psychology behind golf, sharing how the distinction between a teacher and a coach can influence a player's success. His personal anecdotes about strategic thinking and planning, akin to those of golf greats like Nicklaus and Woods, underscore the timeless strategies that transcend the fairways. From Jim Furyk's unconventional swing to Hal's own golf course design philosophy, this episode is a testament to staying true to oneself, building a legacy, and embracing every aspect of the game with passion and dedication.
Thank you to TaylorMade and Adidas for their incredible support.
To find Justin, his email is justin@elitegolfswing.com
To find Jesse, jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com
For more information on Hal’s golf Academy, go to www.halsuttongolf.com. Hal also has an amazing podcast called https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/be-the-right-club-today-podcast/id1548173826?i=1000620982240
Unlock the trade secrets of a golfing maestro with Swedish legend Gabriel Hjertstedt .As we sit down with the former PGA Tour pro turned ingenious coach, Gabriel maps out his extraordinary path through the world of golf, from teeing off as a young aspirant to coaching today’s rising stars. We zero in on Sweden's knack for producing top-tier golf talent, with Gabriel attributing this to the nation's accessible golfing landscape and nurturing club environment. His innovative contributions to golf equipment design, like the Surgeon Wedges, are not just products of his imagination but are deeply rooted in his extensive on-course experience and understanding of the game's nuances.
Feel the intensity of the mental game as Gabriel recalls the psychological stamina that's imperative for golfers to dominate the green. He sheds light on the Swedish Golf Federation's comprehensive support that sculpts exceptional players. Personal tales of triumph over adversity, discipline, and the impact of standout coaching styles unfold, spotlighting how a player can silence the cacophony of the crowd and rise to PGA Tour victory. It's a testament to the unwavering resolve and inner vision that guides a golfer to the pinnacle of success.
Step into the future of golf training with our exploration of Gabriel's groundbreaking training aids and his philosophy on keeping golf instruction simple yet effective. From addressing common misconceptions in coaching to dissecting the swing with an inventive four-tiered approach, we cover it all. Plus, get the scoop on the availability of Gabe Golf's innovative products, ensuring that you too can experience the cutting-edge of golfing technology. Join us for an episode that promises to elevate your understanding of the game and maybe even shave a few strokes off your handicap.
To reach Gabe easiest, go to www.gabegolf.com
To reach Justin, either email him, justin@elitegolfswing OR on Instagram @elitegolfswing
To reach Jesse, email is jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com OR Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod
Once again, thank you to Taylor Made and Adidas for their incredible support.
Imagine tracing the evolution of a football-loving kid living next to a golf course to becoming a PGA master professional shaping the future of golf coaching. That's the journey of our guest Jonathan Wallett, who joins us to recount his transition from football to founding Elite Coaching programs and performance camps in Australia and Switzerland. As Jonathan unfurls his tale, listeners will be privy to a treasure chest of insights, from unique junior golfer practice methods to navigating the critical transitions in a player's development, all underscored by his practical advice for players and coaches alike.
This conversation with Jonathan Wallett is more than just a trip down memory lane; it's a masterclass in coaching philosophy and player development. His experiences, from steering the Hong Kong national team to mentoring today's elite players, reveal the delicate balance between honing technique and nurturing a player's distinctive style. Moreover, Jonathan's 'tour curriculum' at his elite golf academy, innovative online training, and scoring techniques showcase his holistic approach to golf coaching, which has significantly impacted the way the sport is taught and practiced.
What happens when games and networking intersect with the precision of golf? Our discussion leads to Jonathan's Elite Performance Coach Certification Program, where he's revolutionizing the way coaches globally enhance their skills. As we round out our talk, Jonathan shares his personal dreams of playing at legendary courses like Pebble Beach and Cypress Point, reminding us that ambition and passion drive even the most accomplished professionals. This episode isn't just for those embedded in the golf world; it's a narrative steeped in dedication, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence that resonates with all.
Once again, a big THANK YOU to Taylor Made and Adidas for their support.
To find us easiest, our Instagram handles are @flaghuntersgolfpod and for Justin @elitegolfswing. Our emails are jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com and justin@elitegolfswing.com.
To get signed up with Jonathan go to:
https://elitecoaching.lpages.co/2024-online-performance-camp-jt/
Unlock the secrets of your golf game's mental landscape as we welcome Karl Morris, a sage in the realm of sports psychology, to our Flag Hunters Golf Podcast. Prepare to redefine your approach to the game as Karl unveils the intricacies of the mind's influence on every swing, putt, and drive. This episode promises to equip you with an arsenal of strategies, from setting potent intentions to nurturing a resilient golf identity, ensuring you'll leave with the tools needed to transcend the technical traps that ensnare so many players.
Imagine reshaping the very narratives that dictate your performance on the fairway. Through our conversation with Karl, we unearth the profound impact of the stories we tell ourselves, and how simple shifts in perspective can turn a golfer's tale from one of struggle to triumph. We also delve into the art of gratitude, exploring how this powerful emotion can not only enhance your enjoyment of the game but also sharpen your focus and execution under pressure. By embracing a spirit of thankfulness, you'll learn to play with a full heart and a clear mind.
Our journey with Karl doesn't stop at mindset shifts; we also pay homage to the legends of golf coaching, like John Jacobs, whose insights remain as relevant as ever in today's data-driven world. We scrutinize the delicate dance between the science and artistry of golf instruction, highlighting the transformative coaching programs that Karl has developed for those eager to elevate their game. If you're ready to challenge conventional wisdom and embrace a holistic approach to golf, this episode will be your caddy for mastering the psychological fairways and greens that lie ahead.
We thank Taylor Made and Adidas for their incredible support and to reach us:
Jesse@Flaghuntersgolf.com
OR Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod
Justin@elitegolfswing.com OR Instagram @elitegolfswing.com
Lastly, be sure to check out Karl’s amazing Podcast called, “The Brain Booster”. I listen every week and it is a must if you want to get an incredible education on how to improve on and off the Golf course !
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-brain-booster-improve-your-mental-golf-game/id1258525394
Unlock a deeper understanding of golf's mental aspects with the wisdom of Markus Westerberg, a seasoned professional and esteemed author of "The Golfer's Sixth Sense." Our latest episode is a treasure trove for golf enthusiasts and anyone eager to harness their inner strengths, as we converse with Markus on self-awareness' transformative power in the sport. His profound insights and over a decade of professional experience shed light on the pivotal shifts reshaping golf instruction and practice habits, promising to elevate your approach to the game.
As we navigate the mental labyrinth of golf with Markus Westerberg, you'll be fascinated by the practical strategies and psychological nuances discussed. From the paradox of the golf swing to embracing the sport's inherent unpredictability, we cover the gamut of mental challenges that can make or break a golfer's performance. Our conversation illuminates the mind-body connection, the role of subconscious learning, and the compelling concept of meta-awareness, which could revolutionize your self-coaching. Markus’s pioneering perspective is not just about golf—it's a philosophy that can be applied to any aspect of personal growth.
Wrapping up our exploration, we peer into the future of golf instruction with an eye on the importance of intention, the productive use of the ego, and the joy of progress through dedicated practice. Markus shares invaluable advice for those on a quest for improvement both on and off the course, reminding us of the deeper satisfaction that comes from mastering the greens. Join us for this engaging discussion with Markus Westerberg that promises to resonate with your own pursuit of excellence, whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned pro on the fairways.
To find Markus, go to www.markuswesterberg.com.
To find Justin, email him at Justin@elitegolfswing.com OR on Instagram @elitegolfswing
To find Jesse email him at Jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com OR on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod
Unlock the wisdom of golf instruction with Mike Malaska, as he shares his transformative journey from baseball diamond to the golf course. Our conversation with the acclaimed coach unveils the profound philosophies that drive his approach, shaping the way we think about nurturing talent and customizing coaching to fit the mold of each unique player. This episode isn't just about improving your swing—it's an exploration of the intersections between mental fortitude, physical technique, and the pure joy of the game, all guided by Mike's seasoned insights.
Feel the thrill of competition as we dissect the psychological prowess of golf legends like Jack Nicklaus, revealing how elite athletes transform pressure into peak performance. Mike's personal anecdotes and the tales of those who've walked the fairways before us shed light on the invisible forces at play in a golfer's swing—the momentum, gravity, and instinctual adjustments that often go unnoticed. As we navigate through the complexities of golf swing concepts, our discussion underscores the importance of embracing golf as an art, trusting one's body to perform the dance between control and letting go.
Let's demystify the jargon and tech advancements in golf, picking apart the language and the latest gear that promise to elevate your game. Mike's insights into equipment, particularly the drivers that offer forgiveness on mishits, will change how you perceive your toolkit on the course. Wrapping up with a nod to Mike's educational platform, we spotlight the resources available to golf enthusiasts seeking structured yet passionate learning. Join us for a session that pays homage to the transformative power of golf, inspiring you to pass on the love for the sport to the next generation of players.
To best find Justin, email him at justin@elitegolfswing.com or on Instagram @elitegolfswing. To find me you can also email me at jesse@flaghuntersgolf.com. You can as well find me on Instagram @flaguntersgolfpod
Unlock the secrets of the golfing masters with Shawn Clement, the holistic golf coach and Director of Development at Royal Quebec Golf Club, as we traverse the less-trodden path of golf instruction. Sean's treasure trove of insights on Wisdom in Golf unveils the full spectrum of the sport, bridging the gap between the science of swing mechanics and the art of harnessing your body's natural movements. Our candid conversation with Shawn touches on everything from the importance of an intermediate point for accuracy to the unexpected power derived from leg pumping, mirroring the dynamics of skateboarding and BMX biking, a testament to Sean's innovative and comprehensive approach to the game.
Golf aficionados, prepare to challenge your paradigm with discussions that defy conventional golf wisdom. We examine the significance of a dynamic stance, the historical evolution of golf techniques, and the necessity of aligning golf club fitting with a player's true swing. Shawn shares anecdotes of misguided fittings and the pivotal role of clear communication between fitters and instructors, providing invaluable lessons that ensure your next trip to the clubhouse equips you with the perfect arsenal for your golfing journey.
As we close the tee box on this episode, the warmth of gratitude and anticipation of future dialogues with Shawn Clement radiate through. The camaraderie and respect shared between us all underscore the community spirit at the heart of golfing. Join us for this exploration into the deeper aspects of the sport, and walk away with a fresh perspective that could very well reshape your approach to the green.
Be sure to go to www.wisdomingolf.com to see Shawn’s amazing website ! To get a hold of Justin, you can email him at justin@elitegolfswing.com OR on Instagram @elitegolfswing.
Unlock the secrets to a killer short game with the wisdom of Parker McLachlin, the Short Game Chef himself, in our latest podcast. We're dissecting the fine art of wedge play, covering everything from the right selection of wedges to the mental strategies that'll shave strokes off your score. Whether you're facing frosty fairways or sunny swathes, Parker's insights are your ticket to turning that dreaded chip shot into your secret weapon.
Embark on a journey that begins a mere 100 yards from the green, where I regale you with tales of my short game evolution under the tutelage of golf legend Paul Azinger. Discover the pivotal role of self-belief, grip nuances, and tempo in mastering your wedge game. Through anecdotes and expert advice, we lay out a blueprint for amateurs and pros alike to revolutionize their short game approach, ensuring you leave the course with a sense of triumph and a newfound zest for the game.
The episode rounds out with a deep dive into the technicalities of wedge features, like grind and bounce, and how these could be the game-changers you need. Listen as we draw on personal experiences and the savvy plays of pros like Max Homa to illustrate the profound difference the right equipment makes. And for those hungry for more, Parker gives a taste of the exclusive content and community waiting in his Short Game Chef monthly membership. Swing by our podcast for a session that's all about transforming your wedge play from an afterthought to an ace up your sleeve.
Embark on a transformative journey with us, Justin Tang and Jesse Perryman, as we unveil the secrets to a more holistic golf game that melds the physical finesse of swings with the subtle art of mental mastery. This year, we're digging into the core principles that make all the difference on the golf course, dissecting the dynamics of ball-then-divot contact, and celebrating the unique anatomy of each golfer. We're also peeling back the layers of the mental game, shining a light on internal narratives, and the profound impact of surrendering to the process.
We're not just talking about another year of typical golf instruction; we're ushering in an era of personalized coaching that gets to the heart of what makes you tick on the course. From discussing the ground-breaking insights of EA Tischler to Dr. David Wright's innovative approaches, we're tapping into a network of experts who've revolutionized the game. And it's not all swing mechanics; we're diving deep into the essential mental and emotional components, talking visualization, stories we spin in our heads, and the art of staying present amidst the drive to improve.
Finally, we celebrate the shared journey of learning and growth within our vibrant community of golf enthusiasts. We're not just flag hunters; we're wisdom gatherers, drawing from the expertise of greats like Butch Harmon and the inquisitive minds of tour players and listeners alike. This is a tribute to the joys of the game, the quest for mastery, and the personal evolution that happens when you dare to step outside your comfort zone and onto the fairway of progress. Join us for a year of breakthroughs and camaraderie on the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast.
As your go-to companions on the fairway, Justin and I are tipping our caps in gratitude to you, the cornerstone of the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast community. Your enthusiasm and insightful feedback have shaped our mission, leading us to golf's brightest minds and most engaging conversations. From the outset, this podcast was a beacon for golfers like us, seeking to refine our swings and strategies after time away from the greens. Our latest episode is a heartfelt reflection on our journey so far and a toast to the future, where we'll bring even more wisdom and motivation to your golfing pursuits, from the psychological to the nutritional.
Embark on a transformative year of golf with targeted intentions and actionable plans, whether you're polishing your game under the summer sun or keeping the chill at bay in indoor practice sessions. We're rolling out a series of fitness-focused content designed to amplify your physical edge, while also making sure those braving colder climates have the tools to maintain their edge indoors. For a dose of daily inspiration or to share your latest hole-in-one, swing by our Instagram—it's the virtual clubhouse where we gather, grow, and celebrate every victory on the course. Join us, and together let's navigate the fairways of progress and passion in the game we love.
Unlock the secrets of a powerful golf swing as EA Tishler, a pioneer in golf coaching, joins us to dissect the intricacies of the game. Discover how to harness your body type for sustainable speed and learn why a one-size-fits-all approach to golf can do more harm than good. With our in-depth conversation, we're not just offering swing advice; we're rewriting the rulebook on how to achieve your best performance on the green.
Feel the mental muscles flexing as we tackle the philosophical side of golf, emphasizing the importance of mindset, pre-acceptance, and the art of staying present. Whether you're navigating the mental hurdles of a competitive round or seeking to enter the coveted flow state, our discussion provides strategies to strengthen your mental game, transforming the way you approach each shot. EA's insights serve as a beacon for golfers looking to conquer the psychological aspects that are so pivotal to the sport.
As the episode concludes, I share exciting news about my new platform, MakingYourGolfSimple.com, and extend a heartfelt invitation to join me for a round of golf amidst the stunning vistas of Monterey. This episode isn't just about improving your golf swing; it's a celebration of the game's camaraderie and the shared journey toward mastery. Swing by for this engaging exchange that's sure to resonate with golfers seeking to elevate every facet of their game.
Get set for an enlightening journey into the intricate world of golf as we chat with golf instruction extraordinaire, EA Tischler. Prepare to be amazed as EA unveils his multidisciplinary approach to coaching, with a special focus on neurobiology, biomechanics, and mindfulness. Uncover the secrets of becoming a meta-aware golfer and understand the crucial role of physical well-being in enhancing your game. EA's personal experiences with golf legends like Phil Mickelson, Scott Simpson, and Peter Jacobson are sure to inspire and educate.
In this episode, we discuss everything from golf swing biodynamics to player analysis, golf swing torque, and ground forces. EA's insights reveal misunderstood concepts such as vertical forces and early extension, commonly referred to as "goat humping." We also delve into the subject of golf certification, different swing techniques, and their impact on a player's performance. You'll hear about renowned golf instructor Ben Doyle's influence, the idea of an "athletic sequence," and understanding one's unique pattern in golf.
Whether you're a golf enthusiast or a professional player looking to improve your technique, this episode is a goldmine of information. Not only does EA shed light on the intricacies of golf instruction and swing techniques, but he also shares his experiences coaching players like Scott McCarron and Brent Jobe through their injuries to peak performance. Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation that's guaranteed to enrich your golf knowledge. Don't miss it!
Prepare for a transformative journey into the art of golf with internationally renowned golf teacher, Fred Shoemaker. Brace yourself as we flip the script on traditional golf coaching, questioning its efficacy and unraveling a world of self-coaching and personal discovery. Drawing from Shoemaker's enlightening works, "Extraordinary Golf" and "Extraordinary Putting," we explore how to play limitless, free from external outcomes, and how to tap into your unique potential. Our co-host, Justin Tang, seasoned golf coach, enriches the conversation with his vast knowledge and experience, bringing a fresh perspective on golf.
Ever thought about the fine line between coaching and teaching in golf, or how self-awareness can significantly level up your game? Engage with us as we delve into these thought-provoking themes, focusing on empowering golfers to unleash their 'bodily genius.' We challenge the norms, advocating for a learning environment that fosters exploration, creativity, and mistakes. Get ready to redefine your understanding of satisfaction and contentment in golf, embracing a holistic approach that goes beyond just 'fixing' and 'improving.'
But that's not all! We also uncover the role of the mind in golf, discussing how detachment from negative thoughts can enhance your performance. We further explore learning beyond mere information assimilation, stressing the importance of being present and deeply connected to enhance any skill. Revisit the famous "club throwing drill" and delve into the impact of pre-shot routines. We round up the conversation with Fred Shoemaker discussing his upcoming coaching program and new book, emphasizing the power of language and the art of listening in coaching. By the end of this enlightening episode, you'll be ready to approach your golf game and life with a brand-new perspective.
Ever wondered how technology can revolutionize a golfer's swing? Or perhaps, you're intrigued by the science behind ground reaction forces? Join us on the Flag Hunter's Golf podcast as we unravel the secrets behind the golf swing. We're thrilled to have Terry Hashimoto, co-founder of BodyTrak with us, who shares insightful experiences of transitioning from a professional golfer to creating a game-changing, pressure mapping technology!
Dive into our thought-provoking conversation as we explore the importance of approaching golf holistically, rather than just focusing on one's swing. By understanding the role of pressure in the swing, we identify how an individual's anatomy, stance width and direction can significantly influence these forces. We also share personal stories about lessons with local pros, potential for injuries in different body types, and even the advantages of using a shorter driver with more loft. Plus, Terry passionately explains the value of having a clear intention for each shot and using data as a roadmap for improvement.
In our enlightening episode, we delve into the world of pressure mapping technology, its origins and how it's revolutionizing the golf industry. We discuss its applications, reveal common pressure patterns and flaws, and even touch on the contentious topic of linear traces. Join us as we talk about Body Trak, the complexities of ground reaction forces, the intersection of sports and technology, and how all this can enhance golf performance. Whether you're a golf enthusiast, an aspiring pro, or just a tech junkie, you'll find our discussions enriching and enlightening!
You can find Terry easiest at www.terryhashimoto.com. You can find Justin and myself easiest on instagram @Elitegolfswing and @flaghuntersgolfpod.
Ever wondered how to simplify the complexities of golf and strive for improvement with every swing? Look no further! We sat down with PGA master instructor, John Dunigan, and had an enlightening conversation about the art of golf coaching. John, known for his unparalleled ability to break down intricate golf concepts into digestible lessons, shares insights on club face control, technology in teaching, and the pivotal role of mental preparation in the sport.
Then, we delved deep into the philosophy behind golf coaching, primarily focusing on the importance of knowing "what to do" versus "how to do it." As John narrates his transition from a tour player to a top-notch teacher, we get a sense of his dedication to continuous learning in the field of golf. We also reflected on some of our own experiences, learning the hard way that forcing students into positions that their bodies can't execute is not beneficial. Our mentor, Mike Adams, and his bio swing dynamic approach greatly influenced our coaching methods.
Lastly, we ventured into the realm of motor learning and effective golf coaching. We discovered the value of a guided discovery approach and how understanding how people learn can significantly impact the teaching process. We also touched upon the importance of reactive neuromuscular training and proprioceptive priming. Wrapping up, we presented the concept of the Skill Coaching Alliance, a robust network of coaches committed to learning and improvement. So, tune in to our podcast as we share our passion for coaching and all things golf! Please remember to rate, review and subscribe !
What if you had the power to take a peek into the life and journey of one of the most inspiring golfers? In this episode, we're thrilled to have Shaun Micheel, the 2003 PGA Champion at Oak Hill, shedding light on his exhilarating journey in the world of golf. From his childhood initiation into the sport by his father to the unforgettable victory at Oak Hill, Shaun walks us through his influential career, his triumphs, and challenges.
Join us as we explore the symbiotic relationship between golf and technology. Shaun speaks candidly about the significant influence of golf legend Ben Hogan on his playing style and his take on how technology has reshaped golf coaching. We also delve into the artistry of the game, with Shaun emphasizing the importance of understanding bodily movements and the necessity to adapt to a flexible swing approach. In this conversation, Shaun shares his reflections on golf's evolution over the years, the impact of technology, and the role of equipment in the game.
We also get a glimpse of Shaun’s vivid memories from his golfing career. He talks about his experiences traveling worldwide to participate in international championships and the lessons he learned from these cultural exchanges. As we discuss his major wins, Shaun has reflects on his journey, the effect of his monumental win at Oak Hill and the life lessons woven into these experiences. Tune in to this riveting conversation that offers valuable insights for both seasoned players and golf enthusiasts.
Ready to revolutionize your golf game? We’ve got Mike Romatowski, creator of the Mach 3 Speed Training System, joining us today. A certified personal trainer, golf fitness expert, and post-rehab exercise specialist, Mike is here to arm you with insights on how to shift your focus from the ball to the finish area for a more efficient performance. Let’s explore the world of post-impact acceleration, and how it’s been the secret weapon of the golfing greats all along.
Get set to dive deep into the world of speed training. Romatowski emphasizes the importance of this aspect, especially for those over 50. His innovative Mach 3 System is designed to build speed safely and efficiently, paving the way for a dramatic change in your game. But the benefits of Mike's training system don’t stop at efficiency. He's here to show us how his method, with its unique tools and strength exercises, is changing the way golf is taught and played. It's a universal approach that transcends age, gender, and ability level, while keeping the whole process enjoyable and motivating.
We wrap things up by talking about the ultimate goal for every golfer - efficiency. Mike is passionate about helping golfers perform better by increasing their awareness of the entire swing motion. He enlightens us about the key role of the driver in competitive golf and the importance of speed in achieving golfing success. With Mach 3, he's not just coaching better golfers, he's inspiring a legion of athletes who are stronger, faster, and more efficient. So tune in, and let's get ready to make some serious strides in your golf game!
Make sure to go to www.mach3speedtraining.com to access this powerful program. Any questions that you have, do not hesitate to reach out to me. The easiest way is to dm me on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod.
Ever wondered what it takes to reach the top in the world of golf ? We're thrilled to have on board our distinguished guest, the newly appointed Walker Cup captain and four-time USGA Mid-Am Champion Nathan Smith.
Nathan dives deep into his early golfing experiences, from his youthful introduction to the sport to his collegiate years, and the mental toughness it took to navigate the challenging path to professional golf. Offering us a firsthand account, he brings us right into the heart of the game, letting us in on his strategies, methods, and tools that led him to his well-rounded victories. His insights on the importance of fitness, diet, and a robust routine are golden nuggets for golfers at any stage of their journey.
In a heart-to-heart chat, Nathan opens up about managing the weight of expectations and finding balance between his career, family, and golfing pursuits. He even discusses the unique challenges he encountered playing at the Masters, and how he dealt with them with mental toughness and persistence. As we wrap up, he talks about the upcoming Walker Cup in 2025 at Cypress Point, offering a sneak peek into what we might expect from this prestigious event. This lively conversation is packed with invaluable insights, compelling stories, and practical advice, making it a must-listen for every golf enthusiast out there.
Ever found yourself wondering how your mind could be your biggest obstacle on the golf course, or even in any aspect of life? Unleash the power within and break free from self-imposed barriers with Kyra Yang, a board certified hypnotherapist and NLP practitioner. In this engaging edition of the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast, we delve into the world of hypnotherapy, exploring how it can help us overcome subconscious beliefs that hinder performance and fulfillment.
Imagine being able to rewire your mind to eliminate fear, shame, and guilt, and emerge with a healthier outlook towards failure and rejection. We invite you to join our enlightening discussion on how childhood beliefs lead to self-sabotage, and how hypnotherapy can reprogram our minds for a more positive outlook. Learn how understanding the source of self-imposed pressure can empower us to make decisions that lead to better performance and focus.
This episode isn't just about golf. We explore the concept of mental control and emotional intelligence in our everyday lives. We delve into how non-judgmental awareness can help us take control of our future, and how understanding our unconscious beliefs can lead to a more productive and successful life. Join us as we navigate the inner game of success and discover how hypnotherapy can unlock our potential for greatness, both on and off the golf course.
You can best reach Kyra on Twitter/X @iamkyrayang. Just follow the links to reach her directly.
Unlock the power of your mind to revolutionize your golf game in our enlightening conversation with Josh Nichols. A seasoned golfer who's competed in the USGA mid-amateur and now the brains behind the Mental Golf Show, Josh unravels the intricate tapestry of the mental aspects of golf. Discover his journey from a professional golfer, his transformation into a mental golf coach, and the birth and growth of his coaching business. You'll be captivated by his insights on managing stress on the course and how to look beyond your score for your self-worth.
Ever wondered why performance issues plague you despite your best efforts? Josh highlights the root causes of such problems in golf and how to override the fight-or-flight response that can throw you off your game. He shares his expert advice on how to navigate through external distractions, manage expectations, and confront your shadow selves on the course. With his wisdom and effective meditation practices, you'll learn how to shift from being a passive passenger to becoming the driver of your own mental performance.
Wrap up your journey with a deep dive into the transformative power of non-judgmental awareness in golf. Take a leaf out of Cam Smith's book and understand the pressure of winning a major, and how to create a buffer between stimulus and response. Josh drives home the importance of embracing the noise and finding mental freedom in golf to reach peak performance. Whether you're a rookie golfer or seasoned pro, this is an opportunity to gain insights into mental agility and add a new dimension to your game. Ready to tee off?
Ready to elevate your golf game to unimaginable heights? This episode promises to transform how you approach the sport, thanks to the enlightening insights of our guest, Dr Tony Luczak. A former professional golfer with a PhD in biomechanics, Dr Tony opens up about his innovative perspectives on the golf swing, unraveling its biomechanics and underlining the importance of mental and emotional control on the golf course.
Ever wondered how the principles of systems engineering could be applied to golf? Or how the upper torso pelvis rotation affects driving performance? This deep-dive into golf strategy is not just enlightening but also practical, offering actionable tips that can help you improve your game. We unravel complex topics like the impact of 2D on image interpretation and discuss the neuroscience behind the golf swing techniques. We venture into golf patterns, the importance of club fitting, and how a pre-mortem can help control your emotions on the field.
The episode draws to a close with a focus on optimizing clubhead speed and training techniques, highlighting the vital roles of the trail pectoral muscle and the serratus anterior. We challenge traditional perspectives and discuss how an uncluttered mind can be your best ally. Hear the inspiring story of how Jeff Flag became a long-drive champion with Dr Tony's guidance. There's something in this episode for every golfer, irrespective of their skill level. So join our conversation with Dr Tony Luczak and Justin Tang, and get ready for a game-changing perspective on golf!
Struggling with your golf swing or suffering from the yips? Then brace yourself for some game-changing insights from none other than Craig Foster, the mastermind behind DynAlign Golf. This revolutionary system simplifies your putting stroke by eliminating the need for timing. Craig got candid about his golfing journey and how facing the yips led him to invent DynAilgn Golf. He also shared some intriguing facts about the combination of DynAlign and Axis Putters.
We dug deep into how the DynAlign system can stabilize joint motion and, in turn, sharpen your focus on distance control and green reading. If you've been grappling with visual problems or feel the need to ramp up your hand-eye coordination, we've got you covered in this episode. We also delved into how understanding the science of the golf swing and aligning it with a system like DynAlign can help you ditch training aids and reduce your practice time.
But that's not all. We went beyond the greens to explore the fantastic range of services offered by DynAlign Golf. From personal private lessons to clinics and Zoom lessons, Craig spilled the beans on it all. He enlightened us on how DynAlign eliminates the range of motion, aiding golfers to channel their mental energy into distance control and green reading. And as a cherry on top, we have an exclusive code on offer for those eager to try out Craig's system. So, gear up to infuse a new confidence in your game and kiss those distracting thoughts goodbye. Get ready for a transformative golfing experience.
Ever thought about how a simple tool like a stick could transform your golf game? Elevate your skills as we traverse the innovative world of Stick Mobility. Joined by Lauren McMillin , a renowned yoga and pilates teacher at YoGolfPerformance.com, and Neil Valera, the co-founder of Stick Mobility, we unveil the magic of stick mobility and how it's benefited golfers across the globe. We reveal our personal journey and witness first-hand the impact it had on our swings, balance, and overall mobility.
We journey beyond just enhancing your swings. We talk about how Stick Mobility can help us better understand our bodies and the instructions from our golf trainers. Lauren's yoga practice offers a fresh perspective, helping us gain a deeper understanding of our own bodies. From improving wrist mobility to building compensations for one-sided golf movements, we leave no stone unturned.
Brace yourselves as we unravel how stick mobility strengthens golfers, enhancing their stability. We discuss the benefits of lighter weight exercises, single leg RDLs, Qi energy, the monkey hang, and the slap shot drill. We also peel back the layers on the critical role of breath awareness for performance. Tapping into the parasympathetic nervous system or evading injuries, stick mobility coupled with yoga and breathwork proves beneficial for all, not just golfers. Come connect with us on this enlightening journey of stick mobility.
You can find Lauren easiest on Instagram @yogolf_performance and www.ygp.uscreen.io. Also, go to www.StickMobility.com to get the sticks. Make sure to put in a 10 percent off code at checkout. The code is D2581D3587F.
Join myself and Justin Tang for an insightful dialogue with experienced golf coach, Hugh Marr, who hails from the beautiful landscapes of Scotland. We can promise you that this episode will offer a deep dive into the world of golf coaching, peppered with wisdom from Hugh's work with tour players and his mentors like David Ledbetter and Jim McLean. Prepare yourself for an engaging discussion on the essentiality of continuous learning in coaching and the significant impact of the environment on a golfer's game.
We delve into the art and science behind golf coaching, exploring the critical role of faith and the importance of perpetual improvement. The conversation takes an intriguing turn as we unravel the differences between a system and a model in golf coaching. Wondering why some coaches favor a one-size-fits-all approach over a tailored one? Hugh Marr's insights into this question will certainly give you food for thought.
Our discussion evolves as we illuminate the concept of a spectrum system in golf coaching, highlighting the importance of understanding different components to create effective change in a player's swing. Hugh shares his unique approach to introducing variable challenges in golf coaching, emphasizing the critical role of a robust analysis and diagnosis process. So, buckle up, and get ready for an episode brimming with valuable nuggets of wisdom for golf enthusiasts and aspiring coaches alike. With Hugh Marr as our guide, this journey promises to be as fascinating as it is enlightening.
You can find Hugh at www.hughmarr.com. You can find myself and Justin easiest on Instagram. Justin is @elitegolfswing and Jesse @flaghuntersgolfpod.
This episode is a fun one ! On behalf of Justin Tang and myself, we're excited to bring you a conversation with golfing guru and distinguished author, Cameron Strachan. With a whopping 14 golf books under his belt, Cameron is a wellspring of knowledge on every aspect of golfing, from refining your swing to navigating the course. And, as an added bonus, he even shares an exclusive discount code for listeners.
During our fascinating chat, Cameron imparts his wisdom on everything from developing a low-maintenance swing to the significance of self-belief. He intriguingly compares the techniques of golf-greats Tiger Woods and Adam Scott while underscoring the necessity of a balanced practice routine. Cameron's own experiences and learning journey are a testament to the power of focusing on your own capabilities and trusting your learning system.
As we round off our episode, we take an unexpected detour to explore the science behind throwing and its correlation to golf. Wrapping up, we reveal insights on improving golf performance and managing pressure on the course. If you're seeking a fresh perspective on embracing failure, savouring the challenge of the game, and the benefits of on-course practice, this episode is tailor-made for you. So, get ready to reassess your golf strategy as we tee off with Cameron Strachan !
To reach Cameron, go to www.automaticgolf.com and to reach Justin easiest, go to Instagram and you can find him @elitegolfswing. You can also find me at Instagram as well @flaghuntersgolfpod.
Hello and welcome once again to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Get ready to revolutionize your golf game as we hear from the seasoned PGA teaching professional and forthcoming author, Laurie Montague. With decades of experience and a holistic approach to teaching, Laurie's insights are set to transform your understanding of golf, whether you're an amateur or a seasoned pro. From precision ball hitting to tackling the trickiest lies, let Laurie guide you towards a deeper appreciation of the game.
We'll explore the wisdom behind a 'beginner's mind', the crucial role of adaptability, trust, and curiosity in your golfing journey. Learn the art of decision-making on the greens, just like the greats, Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods. Understand the significance of skill acquisition and adapting to different course conditions and situations.
Our conversation doesn't stop there. We'll also explore how golf coaching can foster creativity and fun, the business model of golf coaches, and how we can encourage a love for the game. Keep an ear out as Laurie also gives us a teaser of his new book, Strategic Golf Practice, emphasizing the need for preparation, creativity, and adaptability in golf. This episode is brimming with holistic golf wisdom from one of the industry's most seasoned professionals. Get ready to shake off your old perspective and embrace a new way of seeing golf.
You can find Lawrie easiest on YouTube at GolfUniversity. You can find Justin on Instagram @elitegolfswing. You can also find me on Instagram @flaghguntersgolfpod. You can also find me on Twitter/X @PodFlag.
As we dive deep into the unusual but fascinating crossover of trading and golf, we are fortunate enough to be joined by John Burns. As a senior consultant at the Rethink Group and one of the top 20 amateur golfers in Illinois, John’s expertise and personal experience bring a unique perspective to our discussion. We'll traverse through the astounding mental parallels between the two fields, and you're guaranteed to walk away with some exciting insights.
Ever wondered about the unexpected and intriguing concept of impulse versus intuition, and how it could affect your performance? Well, here's your chance. With John, we delve into how we can harness emotional awareness and information processing, the vital aspects that the best traders and golfers use. We also touch upon how understanding our past experiences can guide our present behaviors. But remember, each process is as unique as its owner, and it’s important to individualize yours.
Towards the end of our chat, we broach the infrequently discussed topic of 'flow state' and how achieving this elusive state can lead to peak performance. We delve into the methods of entering this state and creating a perfect equilibrium between internal and external emotions. Lastly, we look at the success of Jim Furyk and how his determination and gratitude can teach us a thing or two about our unique approaches. So, get ready to delve into our discussion and explore the captivating interconnections between trading, golf, and personal success.
Ever wondered how yoga could change your golf game? Join us as we unravel this intriguing concept with our fitness guru, Lauren McMillan. As a renowned Yoga instructor, Lauren brilliantly breaks down the golf swing and the key muscles needed for the perfect swing. It's not just about hitting the greens, but also about the balance, mobility, and strength Yoga brings to your game.
Lauren passionately discusses how the core, the back muscles, the traps, and the shoulders all contribute to generating power and stability. With the effective pelvic tilt and the mobility required in the hips, mid back, and lower back, yoga has a tremendous impact in supporting a golf swing. And yes, it's not just about strength but also the delicate balance and fluid mobility that yoga cultivates, absolutely essential for an efficient golf swing.
As we further investigate the synergy between Yoga and golf, Lauren shares the impressive performance of two elderly gentlemen who have been practicing yoga for years. She emphasizes how balance and mobility, achieved through yoga, can power up your golf swing. Finally, Lauren kindly introduces her website, Yogolfperformance, a treasure trove of resources for anyone looking to fuse Yoga with their golf game. Hop on this enlightening journey with us and discover yoga's transformative impact on your golf swing.
You can reach Lauren easiest thru www.yogolfperformance.com
Hello and welcome once again thank THE Flagunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and along with my co-host, Justin Tang, we bring you Dr. David Wright.
Dr. Wright’s history started in the late Sixties attending Long Beach st. Dr. Wright studied Psychology and Biomechanics while at Long Beach and that set him up for a lifetime of research into the game of Golf.
This conversation covers a lot as the Doctor, Justin and I go into the many disciplines of getting better. You can reach the Doctor at www.wrightbalance.com. You can reach Justin and myself easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing and @flaghuntersgolfpod. Cheers everyone and have a great week !
Hello and welcome to THIS very special edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have Author of Breathe Golf and Connected Golf, Jayne Story. Jayne is a 30 plus year practitioner of Martial Arts and is a Performance and Movement Expert.
So, I’ve got TWO fundamental questions. First, how do we get out of our own way ? We train to have a good swing. We work on our short game/putting. We train our bodies via weight training and mobility. We try to eat well. We get rest. We do all of the external things necessary to get our game in order.
SECOND QUESTION, HOW DO WE STAY IN THE PRESENT MOMENT ? I hear it all the time ! “You just gotta stay in the moment”…..HOW ?!?!?! Enter Jayne Story….
In the conversation, Jayne and i directly address these questions. There IS a way to enter into the “Zone” or “Flow”. One MUST train off the Golf Course and retrain the nervous system to best prime oneself to get into the all exalted zone. We hear it on Sundays from the various champions. “ I just got out of my own way”. Or, “ I didn’t think ahead or behind”. These two fundamental questions SHOULD be taught at an early age.
We cannot play our best if we have incessant mind chatter. We have to train our internal environment to be in a state of “ relaxed readiness “, as Jayne would say. Then once we learn these life affirming principles, we can access ALL the good work we’ve put in and have it show up when we want it to show up.
A big THANK YOU to Jayne for taking time out of her busy schedule. I would STRONGLY encourage you to visit her website at www.chi-performance.com. You can find me easiest @flaghuntersgolfpod on Instagram. Feel free to shoot me a note if you have any questions.
Hello and welcome once again to the Flagunters Golf Podcast where we uncover the truths of Golf improvement ! This week we have Jim Waldron from Balance Point Golf and Justin Tang from the Tana Mara Golf Club in Singapore.
In this conversation, Jim, Justin and I talk about the “ intangibles “. What are they ? We keep hearing on most Golf telecasts where the player says after a good round, “ I got out of my own way”. Or, I was able to stay “present”OR in the “moment “. What do those statements even mean and how can we stay “in the moment “ or “present “ ? We discuss these all important phenomena in the Podcast.
Do we really need any more technical information as it relates to the swing motion ? Or, do we study and implement what truly drives our Golf swing. Being “in the moment “ unlocks all of our good work when we need it the most and we provide some of those vital keys to do just that in this conversation.
To get a hold of Jim Waldron, go to www.balancepointgolf.com and you can find Justin Tang easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing. You can also find Jesse on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod. Cheers everyone and have a great week !
Welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we demystify Golf improvement ! This week in the Pod we have former Canadian Your winner Paul Davenport !
In this episode, Paul and I talk about his days playing Professionally and what he went through as a pro Golfer. We also talk about how he knew John Erickson from his playing days and then found John again through YouTube and then, Advanced Ball Striking.
Thanks to Paul for coming on and to find out more, go to www.advancedballstriking.com AND www.bradleyhughes.com. Also, please rate, review and subscribe !
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we uncover the secrets to playing better Golf. This week on the Pod, we have Southern California Hall of Fame Teacher Billy Mackinney. Billy is a Master Instructor, having studied under famed Instructors Greg McHatton and Ben Doyle. We also have Bobby Clampett. Bobby is a Monterey Peninsula legend having been the number one amateur in the World while matriculating under legendary BYU Coach Karl Tucker. Clampett had humble success on TOUR and eventually went into broadcasting where he became a great voice at CBS Golf. Now, Clampett has created his philosophy called, “ The Impact Zone”. He has schools primarily in Florida and is rapidly expanding. Bobby also is a Winemaker and a Golf Course Architect. Incredibly accomplished to say the least.
In this episode, we talk about Mr. Clampett’s playing career and his life away from playing. We talk also about the importance of proper instruction and creating a “system “ that is learnable and sustainable for the student. Bobby’s teaching philosophy keeps the student within a certain framework to always have tangible things to work on. And, it’s not JUST the swing ! It is everything else to have you playing to your potential.
Thank you Billy and Bobby for coming on. It was a pleasure and I’m sure the words spoken in this episode will undoubtedly help folks to get clear on the games ! You can reach Billy easiest on his Instagram @billmackinneygolfsecrets and you can find Bobby at www.impact zone golf.com
Hello and welcome to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. Today on the Podcast we have Kelvin Kelly. Kelvin teaches at Burlingame CC and Mariners Point also in Burlingame. Kelvin is a PGA Professional and Performance Coach. Also, Kelvin is a certified Mindfactor Coach and is TPI certified.
In this conversation, we talk about his background and learning from Alex Murray as well as some of the great current coaches like Bradley Hughes. We talk about improvement and keeping things very simple so it can be repeated. If we have a basic template/structure to come back to, I.e. , like getting our address correct, we can’t stray off the path of good Golf for too long.
Thank you Kelvin for coming on ! Kelvin can be reached at www.kellygolf.com and also on Twitter under his name. Kelvin also is a frequent contributor to Golf Worx. You can find me easiest on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod.
Hello and welcome to the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast ! I am your host Jesse Perryman along with my occasional partner in crime, Justin Tang of the Tana Mara Golf Club. This week on the Pod we are honored with Susie Meyers from Tucson, Arizona. Susie is a Top 100 Teacher and has written a book, that I believe should be a prerequisite if you wanna get better AND if you're a Coach, teach better.
Susie Meyers has been teaching since 1988 and also has played at a high level having played college Golf at The University of Arizona. Her playing accomplishments include playing on the LPGA Tour, 4 US Opens and 1 LPGA Championship. Also, Susie has been a member of the PGA since 1994.
I believe that a good coach has the ability to teach holistically, meaning they coach all facets of the game, not just the swing motion. Susie has this ability in Spades having been deeply influenced by Micheal Hebron on Brain based learning and how people learn and perform motor skills. Susie also takes into account that peoples emotions and self esteem are the most important part of learning and developing. Susie has also written a book called, "From Point A" which we discuss in this conversation.
A big THANK YOU to Susie for coming on and giving us some great thoughts to work on and generously sharing with the Flaghunters community ! You can find Susie easiest at www.susiemeyers.com and you can also find Justin @elitegolfswing.com on Instagram. You can also find me easiest on Instagram @flaghuntersgolfpod. Feel free to send me a message about this or any episode. Last but not least, happy US OPEN WEEK LADIES ! I get to see the world's best Woman this week in my own backyard at Pebble ! Cheers !
Hello and welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! I am your Host, Jesse Perryman along with Justin Tang, to bring you Alcide Deschesnes and Dave Hill from The ONECLUB Trainer. Both Al and Dave are from Quebec, Canada and have developed a training club that serves several purposes. The ONECLUB can be used as a plyometric workout that builds the vital rotary muscles, along with the Core, to produce power. The ONECLUB can ALSO be used as a speed training device, similar to the Stack trainer.
In this episode, Al and Dave explain the origins of the ONECLUB and how it's being currently used by some of the top Long Drive folks. We all talk about the very mechanics on producing power and speed !
Thank you to Al and Dave for coming on and providing this incredible device ! Go to www.oneclubtrainer.com to order one and tap into some great instructional pieces from Martin Chuck. You can find Justin easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing and me @flaghuntersgolfpod. Cheers everyone and have a kickass week !
Hello and a very happy belated Father’s Day ! On the Pod today we have my sometimes Co-Host Justing Tang from The Tana Mara Colf Club in Singapore and Monte Scheinblum from Orange County, California.
In this episode, Justin, Monte and I talk about the different ways to swing a club and get better. Also, we talk about how technology is revealing what is REALLY happening, beyond feel.
You can find both Justin and Monte easiest on Instagram. Justin is @elitegolfswing and Monte is @ montescheinblum. You can also find me @ Flaghuntersgolfpod. Cheers everyone and have a fantastic week !
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! It is always my aim to provide you with the best possible information to help you get better playing the wonderful game of Golf !
This week’s Podcast is a rant and a mid-season trailer. I talk about who I’ve got coming on as well as my thoughts about what’s going on in the Professional game. It is a bit of a departure from the norm but I thought it useful to put my thoughts out there.
This week’s U.S. Open is at Los Angeles County Club. Good luck to the great players out there and I have no doubt that LACC with provide us with a worthy Champion.
Have a great week and I hope all of your efforts to play this great game well, come to pass ! Cheers.
Hello and welcome to the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast where we bring you the best and most comprehensive ways to get better ! Today on the Podcast we have former PGA TOUR winner Rick Fehr. Rick Fehr is now coaching in the state of Washington.
Rick has too many playing accolades to list here but one thing I can tell you, he's a TOUR winner and can tell you what that's like, to be in the fold, at the highest level. As far as his teaching credentials, I'll list a few here. Rick is a Class A PGA Professional, AND is certified in these disciplines,
Coach 54 trained(Vision 54)
BodiTrak Sports
Forces and Motion swing Biomechanics
Authorized instructor in Mach 3 Speed Training
Master Coach, Flow Code Golf Academy
Needless to say, Rick is very educated to teach and train one to reach his or her, highest potential. We talk about about most of these things and also disspel some of the swing thoughts that are going around out there.
You can reach Rick easiest on his Twitter @fehrgolf and his website at, www.fehrgolf.com
Hello and welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! This week we have my friends Justin Tang and Dr. Izzy Justice. Justin Tang is one of the premier instructors in all of Asia and teaches at the Tana Mara Golf Club in Singapore. Dr. Justice has authored eight books over the last 30 years on Emotional Intelligence and was the first to integrate this into the Golf space. Dr. Justice has worked with several athletes from the PGA Tour to MLB and the NFL just to name a few.
In this episode Justin, myself and Dr. Justice primarily discuss the ideal brainwave states not only just to learn, to also compete at the highest levels we can compete at. We also discuss the best ways to immerse ourselves to get into these optimal states.
The best way to find Justin is on Instagram @elitegolfswing. The best way to find Dr. Justice is to email him at drjustice@gyragolf.com
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! This week’s episode is a bit of a departure from the norm on this show. This week we are celebrating my good friend Lisa Cornwell and the release of her new book called, “Troublemaker” !
Lisa Cornwell was born In Arkansas and played College Golf at The University of Arkansas where she became an All-American. Her rise in the game did not correlate with what was going on inside of her. Lisa dealt with some demons that we talk about on the Pod.
In the Pod, Lis and I talk about her childhood, growing up with a loving family and playing a high level of Junior Golf and the pressures that came with it. We also talk about her rise on The Golf Channel and the challenges that she face while employed there along with many other Woman that were also employed there. It wasn’t pretty to say the least and downright unfair.
Lastly, today marks the release of her book “Troublemaker”. This book is not only the story of Lisa’s life, it also represents the multitudes of Woman that routinely face a rash of injustices in the workplace due to the fact that they are Woman. “Troublemaker”, is also is an incredible story about Courage and being vulnerable in the face of some deep fears that we potentially all harbor. Lisa’s bravery to be open on a public scale will give us permission to seek help if we need it. Her vulnerability will undoubtedly put us in touch with our innermost selves to become the best versions of ourselves.
A big THANK YOU to Lisa for coming on and sharing from the Heart. It isn’t easy to be vulnerable, especially on a public scale however, "The road less traveled is usually the best one". Bravo Lisa…
Jesse
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the Pod we have Mr. Bradley Hughes ! Brad is originally from Australia and has been teaching at the Holly Tree Country Club in South Carolina for the last several years. His notable students are Brenden Todd, Mark Hensby who just recently won on the Champions Tour, Harold Varner III. He also has worked with the likes of Vijay Singh, Luke Donald, Brent Snedeker and many others. Lastly, Bradley played on the PGA Tour and in late 90's to the mid 2000's. His playing accolades include winning the Australian Masters twice, beating a World-Class field both times and playing in the very first Presidents Cup having then World number 1 Nick Price as his best ball partner !
Since Bradley's playing career ended, he has become one of the finest instructors in the World. His methodology, along with John Ericksons', are centralized around doing a series of dynamic drills. The DRILLS, as we call them, are a series of movements that have been extrapolated from the great Ball Strikers of yesteryear as well as today's standout ball strikers. The DRILLS are meant to teach the body how to have a pivot-driven move that take "timing" out of the swing motion. As one does the DRILLS consistently, they become part of our swing DNA. The DRILLS are somewhat simple to do and yet produce powerful results. I can personally attest to that as well as many others.
Thank you Bradley for coming on and if you want to start your journey to fulfilling your ball striking dreams, go to www.bradleyhughes-members.com, AND you can find Bradley on all the Social Media sites under his name. You can also go to www.bradleyhughes.com if your curious about this methodology. Our sister site is www.advancedballstriking.com. There you will find the forum of fellow students that also practice the drills and have open discussions or questions about the DRILLS.
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your host. On the Podcast today we have Justin Tang from the Tana Mara Golf Club in Singapore. Justin is one of the best Instructors in all of the Orient. He comes to all solutions with the Golf swing from a holistic approach. Mr. Jim Waldron is the creator of the Arm Swing Illusion. Jim is primarilly based in Oregon, USA. Jim also teaches in Hawaii and Mexico. Jim is also a holistic coach.
What is a "Holistic" Coach ? I believe that a holistic coach will examine your entire "being" in your golf game. Meaning, they will not just diagnose your swing. They may ask what you're thinking prior to hitting a shot or a putt. They may ask if your body feels ok or if you're getting enough rest and recovery. If there IS something amiss with your swing, both Jim and Justin can properly diagnose and fix whatever needs fixing.
Golf is so much more than your swing. Don't get me wrong, the swing is vitally important but you need to be present when you're hitting a Golf shot or a putt. You may need to declare an intention before you play, meaning you have to have your mind latch on to a "goal" prior to play. These are all the important things that Justin, Jim and I discuss in this enriching conversation.
You can find Justin easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing. You can find Jim at www.balancepointgolf.com and on Instagram under his name.
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today, we’re fortunate to have to of the best Golf Instructors in the World. First up, we have my long-time Coach Billy MacKinney. Billy originally hails from Southern California where he’s an inducted Southern California Hall of Fame teacher. His background includes becoming a GSEM in the Golfing Machine as well as also being certified in The Impact Zone. Justin Tang is from and lives in Singapore. Justin coaches at the Tana Mara Golf club and is also educated in The Golfing Machine as well as other swing disciplines.
When it comes to hitting poor shots, a lot of times we immediately think about what we did wrong with our swing. Often times, a poor shot will have nothing to do with making a bad swing. It’s usually something else. This is precisely what we talk about in this conversation. Both Justin and Billy are what I would call “wholistic teachers”. They look at thoughts BEFORE you pull the trigger on hitting a golf shot. Was it a “fear based thought ?” “ Were you not “fully committed?” These are the very issues we tackle.
Make no mistake folks, these two brilliant minds will figure out and prescribe accordingly is your swing is out of whack. BUT, they will make sure that you go down the RIGHT rabbit hole vs chasing your tail. Often times, it may not be your swing.
You can find both Justin easiest on Instagram @elitegofswing and Billy @billymackinneygolfsecrets. You can also find other links via my Instagram handle @flaghuntersgolfpod.
Hello and welcome to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the Pod we have Camille Boyd, who is a Junior at UW and Brittany Kwon, who is a Senior at UW respectively.
I got a chance to see these Woman play about a month ago and they can play some Golf ! The University of Washington, UDUB for short, has historically had a great Golf program for both Men and Woman. They play in the PAC 12 which might be the most competitive division in Woman’s Golf with Stanford, Arizona st. and University of Arizona usually in the top 10 in the nation.
Brittany Kwon is a Senior and has plans to be a Sports Agent upon graduation. She’s an extremely good player with a very good swing and possesses great touch around the greens. Camille Boyd is a Junior that also has a great swing and hits the ball very hard. Camille, also has great touch around the greens. Camille does have plans of turning pro after graduation next year. I have no doubt that we will be seeing Camille on Sundays for years to come.
Thank you Ladies for coming on and telling all of us your stories and good luck !
Hello and a big warm welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the Pod we have Dustin Shultz from Advanced Ball Striking. Dustin currently lives in Houston Texas and is an Engineer.
Dustin found his way to ABS thru Bradley Hughes as I did. Dustin and I both stumbled on to some YouTube videos of Bradley taking about and demonstrating the “4:30” approach and other ABS thoughts. Some of these concepts, which you’ll hear in the conversation, make complete sense. The information was simple and easy to conceptualize.
John Erickson is the originator and founder of Advanced Ball Striking. What we do in ABS is a series of dynamic “drills” that have the body memorizing certain “movements “, not positions. John Erickson and Bradley Hughes liken the movements to “learning Guitar chords “. You learn one at a time then all of a sudden, you have a functional, dynamically sound golf swing !
Dustin, thank you for coming on and sharing your ABS journey and also a big thank you to John and Brad for bringing this information to us that has changed our golfing lives for the better. You can find this powerful methodology via the web. www.advancedballstriking.com and www.bradleyhughes.com. You can also find Dustin’s YouTube channel under abs_labs. Brad and John are also available on Instagram under Advanced Ball Striking and Bradley Hughes.
Hello and welcome to this KILLER edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your host. Today on the Podcast, I have Yoga & Movement Specialist Lauren McMillin. Lauren is the founder and CEO of YoGolf Performance, Golf's online Yoga studio. Lauren is a 500 hour registered Yoga Teacher and also is a Nationally certified Pilates teacher with specializations including : Katherine Roberts Human Performance for Athletes Instructor Yoga For Golfers Level 2 Instructor and a Yoga for Seniors Instructor. Lastly Lauren is a Certified T.P.I. expert and is a member of the National Association of Certified Yoga Teachers.
When we play Golf, there's a lot on twisting and bending that can potentially put a ton of pressure of not only our major joints and muscle groups. If we don’t look after ourselves properly and prepare the body to handle the loads of the swing motion, we’re asking for trouble. Yoga can certainly help increase range of motion, stability and strength.
In this episode, Lauren and I talk about this very phenomenon. Not only does a Golf specific Yoga program help the player, potentially Yoga can meld mind, body and spirit on the Golf course. It seems to me that the better your feel holistically, the more likely one is going to play pain-free and hence, play better.
I want to give Lauren a big thank you for coming on ! Lauren and I are going to have multiple conversations moving forward. Our hope is get get the word out on how important it is to take good care of yourself so you can take good care of your game !
You can reach Lauren at www. yogolfperformance.com and on Instagram @laurenmmcmillin
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! I’m Jesse Perryman and I’m your host. Today in the Podcast we have Mike Rowley, the Founder and CEO of Straight Down Clothing Company.
Mike Rowley lives in San Louis Obispo, California and in addition to running the company he founded, he’s also a world-class amateur golfer ! I’ve known Mike for 20 plus years and he has been a great player since I’ve known him. I first met Mike in the NCGA Four Ball when myself and my long-time best ball partner, Geoff Couch, got paired with he and his partner, John Pate. We all hit it off and Mike and I became fast friends. Usually, when Mike and I get together, we have riff sessions like the one you're about to hear. This conversation is just two Golf Geeks bullshitting !
I’ve always admired and appreciated Mike for being not only a fantastic person, also for his ability to play great golf, be a Husband and Father, and run a successful business. You’ll hear it all here in this conversation.
Mike, thank you for coming on and also creating some great Golf clothing ! Cheers !
THIS is the conversation that needs to be perpetuated ! Hello and welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. It is my passion and privilege to bring you this Golf/Life affirming information. Today on the Pod we have Master Instructor Justin Tang from Singapore and Mental Coach Kathy Hart Wood.
Before we dive in, I want you to ask yourself IF, and during a round of Golf, do you blame things that you have no control over ? Do you let your thoughts run you ? How likely are you to have a negative reaction to a bad break ? Do you immediately blame your swing when you hit a poor shot ? How about blaming the wind ? Course conditions ? Slow play ? These are very common areas of concern and left unchecked, can cause abnormal distress that has a direct result on your overall performance and experience.
These are the important areas that Justin, Kathy and I explore in this episode. We see a vast number of players, no matter what level they play at, allow themselves to fall victim to any or all of these scenarios. When we ALLOW ourselves to fall to any of these scenarios, we not only give away our power, we lose our great observational powers to correctly asses and adapt to what truly is going on during a round. We allow emotions to cloud our judgement and then the all too knowing “pity party” starts happening in our minds. When we take FULL responsibility to how we perceive ourselves and things on the Golf Course AND in life, we empower ourselves to realize our FULL potential on AND off the Golf Course !
This is the first of many exploratory conversations that Kathy, Justin and I will have. These are the deep “intangibles” that we’re diving into. When we take a strong, unbiased look at ourselves, the answers do come and perhaps, will save us from going down unnecessary Rabbit holes that we can become lost in forever….
You can find Justin easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing. Justin knows the swing motion as well as anyone. He also knows what questions to ask and it may NOT be your Golf swing !
You can find Kathy easiest by emailing her. Her email is Kathy@Kathyhartwood.com. Kathy ALSO has an awesome Podcast called “Above Par”, which you can find on all of the Podcast directories. She regularly puts out 10-15 minutes of great wisdom to helps us all play the game that we love to the best of our abilities.
Thank you BOTH for coming on and sharing your hard earned wisdom with all of us ! I’m deeply thankful to know both of you !
Hello and welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the Pod, we have Northern California Golf Association past President and my friend Pat Quinn. Pat has been an influential part of our topic today, Youth on Course.
Youth on Course is a program created by the NCGA to have Junior Golfers have access to participating courses for the grand sum of FIVE dollars per player. So for 5 bucks, a kid can go play golf with his or her buddies. Pretty cool right ? However, YOC (Youth on Course) goes much deeper than that which Pat and I discuss.
This subject is near and dear to my heart. I had the good fortune to be able to play in the afternoons when I was growing up at Old Del Monte GC here on the Monterey Peninsula. Juniors were allowed to play for free after a certain time. If it wasn’t for that, I may have not had the opportunity to play. Maybe I wouldn’t have been exposed to the game. I am forever grateful for programs like YOC. Not only to install the values that the game teaches us, also to grow the game that we all love.
I wish to give a big thank you to my good friend Pat Quinn for coming on and his selfless involvement with programs like YOC and the NCGA. For more information, go to www.youthoncourse.org and www.ncga.org
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I’m your host. Today on the Pod we have 42 year PGA Tour veteran Caddy Mike Hicks.
Mike Hicks got his start in caddying on the Tour 42 years ago. Wow ! In this episode, Mike talks about his start in caddying, the ups and downs of his start and how far along the caddying situation on the Tour has come. We talk about some of the different players that Mike has worked for. We also talk about his time with the late Payne Stewart. Mike currently works for Brenden Todd.
Mike is a very solid man and has a strong faith. I think if you have some sort of faith, that faith will help you get through trying times on and off the Golf course. Mike talks about this especially with the loss of his friend, Payne Stewart.
A big thanks to Mike for coming on and a big thank you for listening to this wonderful man ! Cheers.
Hello and welcome again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the show we have Mike Ryder. Mike worked for TaylorMade in their fitting dept for five plus years and now has a club repair business.
In this episode, Mike and I talk about the value of having your clubs exactly how you want them. We also discuss the negative effects of playing the wrong stuff and lastly, we sometimes wrongly assume that it’s our swing s the one at fault. I have made this mistake and it has taken me a long time to learn this simple lesson.
Lastly, Mike and I talk about the divide between club fitting and golf instruction. There most definitely needs to be more symmetry between the two.
Thank you Mike for coming on and if you’re in the Monterey area and need to have club repair done by an expert, please call Mike at (831)601-6234. Mike is also on Instagram at Ryders Golf Repair.
Hello my name is Jesse Perryman and I am the host of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! It is my honor to bring you this Golf/Life affirming information ! Today we have Justin Tang from Singapore, who is one of the finest Coaches in Asia. And, to round out this conversation is Chris Payne from England. Chris is disciplined in the method of M.O.R.A.D.(Mac O’Grady Research and Development)
What’s important when entrusting your game to a coach ? What are the qualities you’re looking for ? Is it a method that this Coach teaches ? Does he/her listen to your concerns with your game ? Does this coach deeply care about your improvement ? Lastly, can this coach carefully explain the process, including the peaks and valleys that come with golfing ascension ?
I believe that both Justin and Chris check ALL of these boxes. Chris Payne has an infectious spirit and passion to help those who want to improve. Chris most decidedly brings passion to his craft and is absolutely dedicated to his students to achieve their Golf goals. I know that if I were looking for an instructor, all of the qualities listed are mandatory in my search. Passion, enthusiasm and education are Chris and Justin exemplify is Spades and I would highly recommend them both to anyone that is willing to better their game.
Chris, it was a pleasure having you on and thank you for your passion and commitment to helping folks achieve their golfing dreams ! You can find both Chris on Instagram @Chrispaynegolf and Justin @elitegolfswing.
Hello and thank you for joining us in this Golf/Life affirming information. My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your host of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. Today on the Pod we have 2017 World Long Drive Champion Justin James and Master Instructor Billy MacKinney !
While Golf at the highest level is certainly changing towards more distance, speed and power, what does that mean for the rest of us ? I think it helps a ton to hit it further. If you have shorter shots to the green, most likely you’ll score better. How do we go about this ?
Justin James is one of the longest hitters in the World. Justin is also a TPI Certified Trainer having worked with some of the best players in the World. What he tells is HOW to properly train the body to prepare to speed train SAFELY and the frequency of speed training. Billy and I centralize our questions to Justin about this. What Justin also tells us is the road to increasing distance in NOT linear. As with anything, consistency is key to reaching our distance goals.
Thank you Justin and Billy for coming on. You can find Justin on Instagram and Billy as well under BillMacKinneysecrets.
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and it’s my honor and passion to bring you truthful insights to help make you a better player !
Today on the Pod we have Mr. Lou Stagner. Lou notably is the Data lead at ArccosGolf, which is a Golf stat tracking program that is in or at the end of your grip. Lou also is the Assistant Coach for the Golf team at Princeton. Lastly, Lou rounds it off with his Podcast called, “Hack It Out”.
Lou has my favorite Twitter account. Why you ask ? Well, he posts some crazy stats. His stats are usually ranged per handicap genre. For example, Lou will post proximity to the hole from 100 yards, 150 yards, etc, per handicap range. Let’s say you’re a 5. Lou will post some percentages for your handicap family based on data from ArccosGolf and formulate proximity stats, putting stats, averages greens in regulation stats and so on.
What’s interesting to me about Lou’s postings are the Tour stats. I would’ve thought that the best players in the World would have these incredible stats. For example, do you know what the average proximity is from 100 yards for PGA Tour and LPGA Tour is ? I would’ve thought it’d be inside of 10-15 feet. Stats prove otherwise. The best in the World average TWENTY FEET !!! How about putting ? Let’s say your average Tour Pro has an 8 foot putt. Do you know what his/her make percentage is ? Around 50 percent. I would’ve thought it be much higher !!
Lou also has my favorite hashtag on Social Media. It’s called, manage your expectations ! When I look at his stats postings, I look at the example about as it relates to the best in the World from 100 yards. If I hit it 20 feet, I can tell myself that this is the Tour average. I can cut myself a break if I miss an 8 foot putt because the best make this putts HALF the time ! I hear so many players berate themselves for missing putts around or under 10 feet !
What Lou provides is a valuable service from the perspective of taking some pressure off when you play. Golf is a hard game and management of your expectations is a huge, golf/life affirming skill that can be learned.
You can find Lou easiest on his Twitter @LouStagner. I highly encourage all to go and do a bit of contemplation on some of Lou’s stats. I promise it will help you put some things on the golf course in perspective and help you to play better !
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A big hello and thank you for tuning in to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we discuss all things Golf improvement ! In this episode, we have Justin Tang and Reeves Weedon. Justin is from Singapore and is a Master Instructor that teaches at the Tana Mara Golf Club in Singapore. Reeves Weedon is from England who is a published author and researcher.
Reeves Weedon specializes in Biomechanics and prevention of lower back injuries in Golf. Reeves is also an authorized Golfing Machine instructor as well as having spent a lot of time with Mac O’Grady, learning the principles of MORAD(Mac O’Grady research and development).
In this episode, Justin, Reeves and I talk about how some swing techniques can cause a lot of low back pain. Also, Reeves talks about how the physical laws of biomechanics create a stable, more powerful and safer swing. I’m pretty sure we can all use Reeves wisdom in this matter.
A big thank you to Reeves and Justin for coming on and you can find him at reeves.weedon@teetogreenciaching.com. You can find Justin easiest on Instagram @elitegolfswing.
Hello and welcome once again to a VERY special edition of The Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your host where we uncover the ways to get better at the game of Golf !
Today on the show we have my occasional co-host Justin Tang and our guest is Dylan Bowden. Justin hails from Singapore where he is The Director of Instruction at Tana Mara Golf Club. Justin is well versed in many different swing disciplines and takes his knowledge to form a dynamic, wholistic approach to teaching and learning.
Dylan Bawden is originally from England and teaches just outside of Vienna currently. Dylan is the author of a best-selling Golf book called, “Hit The Ball” and has a very unique approach to teaching. His approach is more about learning naturally and less about learning HOW to swing. It will be explained on the Pod.
I really enjoyed this conversation. I think we need more teachers like Dylan to help folks learn and understand this great game at a much simpler level. In my opinion, sometimes we can go down the technical rabbit hole far too easy when we’re learning or in distress about our games. This conversation will perhaps steer the seeker in another, simpler direction.
You can get a hold of Dylan at www.DylanGolf.com and I highly recommend his book, “Hit The Ball” ! You can find Justin easiest on Instagram via his handle, “Elitegolfswing”. Thank you both Justin and Dylan for coming on to unselfishly sharing your time and information to us. Cheers !
My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your Host of The Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we discuss ALL things Golf improvement. Today on the Pod we have two very distinguished guests. First is Mr. Brian Manzella of the Brian Manzella Golf School. Brian started is 40 year teaching career under legendary teacher Ben Doyle. After reaching the highest level of The Golfing Machine(G.S.E.D.), Brian left that organization to join forces with Dr. Steven Nesbit and Master Instructor Michael Jacobs to for the Jacobs 3D initiative, developing Kinetic and Kinematic software for analyzing the Golf swing.
Mr. Billy MacKinney is a Southern California Hall Of Fame teacher inductee. His resume includes reaching the Master level in The Golfing Machine (G.S.E.M.), teaching for over 30 years and has working with some of the best players in the World and does some collaborative work with Mr. Bobby Clampett in his Golf Schools.
In this conversation, we talk about the applicable science application to the swing motion as well as understanding the basics of physics in the swing. We also talk about the D plane and other topics.
To find Brian, go to www.Brian Manzella golf.com. He offers private instruction as well as Zoom lessons. He also has Golf schools.
To find Billy, go to billmckinneycare@gmail.com. Billy is also offering Zoom instruction.
Hello and welcome to this enlightening edition of The Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and it is my pleasure to bring you these two great instructors to talk about Golf Instruction, MORAD(Mac O'Grady Research and Development), setting the record straight about the man himself, Mr. Mac O'grady.
Mathew Belsham is from England and got his teeth cut in the instructional space via Homer Kelly's, "The Golfing Machine". Mathew also spent twenty years along the side of Mr. O'grady while teaching many clinics with Mac. Notably, Mathew has taught some of the better European players the likes of Alex Noren, Robert Rock and Charlie Hull of the LPGA Tour just to name a few.
Justin Tang is a teaching pro at the Tanah Merah Country Club in Singapore and is well-versed in "The Golfing Machine" as well as MORAD. Justin is considered one the best instructors in the Orient and works with some of the best young talent in Europe and Asia.
In this Episode, Mathew, Justin and I discuss learning, teaching and Mac. With Mac, we talk about his massive influence in todays instruction that largely goes unnoticed. We also try to change the narrative around Mac because he's been painted negatively by the media when he was on Tour. Mac has been very generous with his hard earned information and we feel it's time to tell the truth about Mac.
A big thank you to Mathew Belsham for reaching out to us to set the record straight so we can celebrate Mr. O'grady in the right way. Also, a big thank you to Justin for arranging this very important discussion. Enjoy this Episode and send out a Thank You to Mac for his massive contribution to our Game !
Hello and a big warm welcome to you and 2023 !! Happy New Year and I trust that this year is shaping up to be Fantastic ! My name is Jesse Perryman, host of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we find great information to help you get better playing the game of Golf !
In part two of this conversation with John Erickson, founder of Advanced Ball Striking, we do a bit more story telling and finish up explaining the Modules. Then, we get into the HOGAN modules. John has created a way to replicate Ben Hogan’s dynamics !! This most important subject is explained in the Podcast.
A BIG thank you to John for coming on and sharing his hard earned information with us. If any of you are having trouble with your Golf swing and have always wanted a dynamic, functional move, please check out Bradley Hughes website, www.bradleyhughes.com AND www.advancedballstriking.com for the keys to swing mastery. I can tell you from a very deep and personal experience with this methodology, that it works beyond what you can ever expect.
May 2023 be the best year for all of us ! Jesse
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas ! For the next 2 weeks, we have Mr. John Erickson on the Podcast. John is the founder of Advanced Ball Striking and, a well known Golf instructor. In this two part conversation, we talk about John’s storied past in regards to his playing career on the Australian and Canadian Tours. He revealed what he learned in that competitive environment, playing against the likes of Greg Norman, Ian Woosnam, Sandy Lyle, just to name a few.
In this first part, we talk about John’s origins and how he came about creating ABS(Advanced Ball Striking) and the steps that he had to take. In part Two, we discuss how John came up with creating the Modules.
This has been an honor for me not only learning from John, also the richness of each conversation that we have. I have no doubt that this conversation will inspire you to see how good you can become playing this beautiful game !
Welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I am your Host. Today we have Lee Zettlemoyer who is also a fellow Bradley Hughes student !
Lee found Bradley Hughes about a decade ago when Bradley was starting his teaching career. Lee was your typical 7-9 handicap that loved the game but didn’t quite improve from your normal instruction until he found Brad. Brad had Lee start the “Drills” and off Lee went to a brighter golfing future. It does take some time to re-wire your Golf “Mylin”. In Lee’s case, it took him a while before he saw great results. As with any swing change, it takes as long as it takes. You have to be patient and work the system that Bradley has in place. It takes time.
Lee notability taught some of the drills to his middle-school golf teams as he’s also a Middle School Golf Coach. The results were nothing short of impressive as Lee's kids were racking up league wins, many years in a row. The methodology works.
Thank you Lee for coming on the Podcast and sharing your inspirational story ! You can find Bradley on Instagram. More importantly, go to his website, www. bradleyhughes.com. Also, check out www.advancedballstriking.com for further masterclass Golf instruction. Merry Christmas !
My name is Jesse Perryman and I am YOUR host of THE Flaghunters Golf Podcast where we discuss all things related to Golf improvement !! Today on the Podcast we have David Olsen from Sacramento, California !
David Olsen represents a lot of folks in Golf. We played when we were younger, then maybe step away from the game to raise children. Perhaps a career that doesn’t quite afford us the time to do both. Whatever the case was, we find our way back to the game that we love. David found his way back and, also found Advanced Ball Stiking.
What we do in ABS, we work on a set of dynamic principles, through working a set of drills, to incorporate these dynamics. Over repetition and time, these drills become part of our swing DNA where Hogan was quoted as once saying, “ we become trapped by our own good swing”. The principles of what John Erickson and Bradley Hughes teach, accomplish what Hogan was quoted saying.
After working on what we call, “ Module ONE”, after some time and reps, David was able to pull of the “unthinkable “. David shot an even par 72 where his best score ever in his life at any point, was a 77. This massive accomplishment came in the heels of ONLY doing Module One, which sets us up for IMPACT. This should not be understated and will be explained in the Podcast.
A big thank you to David for coming on and I would STRONGLY recommend you to go to www.advancedballstriking.com AND/OR www.bradleyhughes.com for further GAME CHANGING information.
Hello and welcome to a great edition of The Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! In this episode we have MORAD(Mac O’Grady Research and Development) and TGM expert John Dochety who is also the Head Coach of the University of Tennessee Southern Golf Team and Master Instructor Justin Tang from Singapore.
In this episode, John, Justin and I talk in depth about MORAD and Mac O’Grady and his tremendous influence in today’s instruction and his background with Homer Kelly and The Golfing Machine. Also, we talk about the variations in MORAD and how Stack and Tilt was born.
I got to see Mac hit the ball. His striking ability is very hard to put into words other than powerful and in the center of the face, every time. It was obvious to me at the time I saw him play, that there was virtuosity with Mac. I knew I saw a level of mastery that was comparable to the great Strikers in our game.
A big thank you to John and Justin for sharing the magic of Mac and his influence on our great game.
Hello and welcome to this AWESOME edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we’ve got Master Instructor Justin Tang and MORAD (Mac O’Grady Research and Development) expert , Kevin Ralbovsky from the Island of Oahu.
In this episode, Justin, Kevin and I talk about the origins of Mac’s research with the golf swing and his relationship to Homer Kelly and The Golfing Machine as well as Mac’s playing career. We also discuss Kevin’s involvement in MORAD and his contributions as well. Lastly we talk about Mac’s direct influence on Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer (Stack and Tilt).
I’ve always had the upmost respect for Mac and his playing ability. I had the opportunity to see Mac up close in the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-AM. For four days, I witnessed ball-striking perfection. Mac hit shot after shot with great accuracy and purpose. Mac also hit the ball extremely hard. I’ll never forget the sound his strikes created. I’ve have not seen the level of mastery ever since that magical week.
I want to thank Mac O’Grady for his enormous contributions to understanding the Swing motion as well as demonstrating his incredible resilience in going to Tour Qualifying School 17 times !!! Mac O’Grady, PGA Tour winner, incredible contributor to the game ,should be held in reverence when it comes to the great ball strikers and celebrated for his massive gift of MORAD !
A big thank you to Justin and Kevin for coming on and sharing this incredible information.
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Hello and Happy Thanksgiving ! Welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today, we have James Ragonnet. PH.D and Author of "Golf's Three Noblke Truths" and, "Your Inner Golf Guru".
In this discussion, James and I talk about being "in the momment" and how to do that. We also go in to unlearning bad habits as well as breaking down the swing and adjusting movement patterns by thinking systematically. In other words, getting down to the "why" while being the "Observer" rather than a harsh, judgmental taskmaster !
Thank you James for coming on and his books are a MUST to those of us that want to not only improve our game.
Hello and welcome to The Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! My name is Jesse Perryman and I am the Host. Today, we have Mr. Cameron Strachan on the Podcast. Cameron hails from a town near Queensland, Austrailia and is the Author of two books. The book that we're discussing today is, " The Look and Shoot putting system". This book is a must read if you want to putt better.
The book is a very simple thought process. The simplicity lies in the title. "Look and Shoot" IS the primary methodology. I think sometimes we get TOO overly concerned of the HOW and WHERE we aim, all the way until we finally pull the trigger and hit the putt. This book gives you a simple step by step process to allow the golfer to simplify the process from getting you your line, aiming, then hitting the putt FREELY !
Since I've applied this simple method, I've been putting the best I have in 20 years ! I now trust this process and putt without so much angst ! True freedom over a putt is when you trust the process and accept whatever happens. I think for me, there's a part in the book where Cameron explains trusting the aim via " approximation" or " ballpark" of where you're aiming the putter head. This thought process allows me the freedom the focus and feel the speed of the putt. In better part, allowing the individual to be an "athlete", vs a tight, fear-based control of the putter head.
I HIGHLY recommend this book. Read it and apply it. Trust me on this one folks. those who know me know I can putt. I'm pretty picky on information, especially as it pertains to the art and skill of putting. If Aaron Baddeley listens to Cameron, it's safe for all of us to listen as well. You can buy and download Cameron's book at. www. AutomaticGolf.com.
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today on the Pod we have Mr. Greg McHatton and Mr. Billy Mackinney ! Both of these Gentleman have been deeply educated in The Golfing Machine. Mr. McHatton have achieved the highest level that one can achieve in The Golfing Machine with a G.S.E.D. title, which is the equivalent of a Doctorate Degree. Mr. Mackinney has achieved the title of G.S.E.M. which is the equivalent of a Masters Degree.
For those who are unfamiliar with The Golfing Machine, it is a highly complex Golf instructional book written by a Engineer named Homer Kelly. The First edition was published in 1969. There are 7 editions of the book.
Mr. Greg McHatton is a long-time instructor in the Southern California area that has deeply influenced the likes of John Erickson, Sean Foley, Billy Mackinney, Bobby Schaeffer, Mike Bennett and Andy Plummer.
Mr. Billy Mackinney is a long-time Golf instructor that is now in the Sarasota area. Billy notably is a member of the Southern California PGA Hall Of Fame. Billy is not only is educated in The Golfing Machine, he has also aligned himself with Bobby Clampett in Mr. Clampett's "Impact Zone'.
These two Gentlemen are highly educated in the ways of The Golfing Machine but you would never know given the language that they use to help folks to golfing salvation. One of the misconceptions with The Golfing Machine and it's instructors is that they use complicated techno jargon to relay to the student what he/she needs to know to learn and grow. Thats a big reason why I want to demystify this very polarizing subject. In fact, most Golfing Machine instructors keep it incredibly simple ! They have done all of the deep contemplative work so we don't have to !
I have this book and its practitioners to deeply thank for my Golfing journey. A big THANK YOU to Greg and Billy for coming on and celebrating this masterpiece that Mr. Kelly wrote !
Welcome to another Flaghunters Golf Podcast edition ! Today we have Mr. Lynn Blake and Mr. Justin Tang on the Pod. Mr. Blake is a Master instructior in the discipline of The Golfing Machine and have achieved the highest status earning the title of G.S.E.D. Mr. Justin Tang is also a Master Instructor and is also deeply educated in the principles of The Golfing Machine.
The Golfing Machine was written by Mr. Homer Kelly with the First Edition being published in 1969. There are 7 editions of the book as Mr. Kelly was revising and evolving. This book, perhaps is one of the most comprehensive descriptions of the Golf swing and maybe, the most Polarizing.
I have heard time and again that the book is too complicated. The words are engineering terminology technobabble and anyone that either teaches from the book is bound to confuse the heck out of the student and perhaps get lost in the "variations". As I examine my own golf swing knowledge, all of my deep influences have come directly from the book. And, as I contemplate that knowledge that I have, it comes from the instructors that have learned the book and teach in a very simple way. This is what has inspired me to have the experts come on to demystify the book and describe its influence in a big part of what we all know as modern instruction !
We, that have been on the road in Golf ascension, have benefitted from this book in one way or another and I believe it's as good of time as any, to paint The Golfing Machine in a better light. I cannot better describe the book than Andy Plummer and Mike Bennett did. "Kelly was not a competitive golfer or even a teacher until later in life, but the book showed us how science could be applied to Golf. The same laws that govern the Universe also govern Golf".
A big THANK YOU to Lynn and Justin for taking their time to share this incredible information with us !
Hello and Welcome to this special edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! In this edition, we have Justin Tang from Singapore and Jim Waldron from Balance Point Golf ! In today's episode, Jim, Justin and I explore the very nature of learning proper swing techniques and the mentality behind building a good Golf Game.
Having a proper swing motion is a very important piece to having a good game BUT it just isn't all that. You have to have a good short game as well as being a proficiant putter. What if you have ALL of these important tenants but do not have the mind to manage and control YOUR response to what happens on the Golf course ? WE also explore this very nature and come up with almost a therapeutic response to what we would call, "The Shadow Self" that will raise its ugly head during the course of a round .
I really enjoyed this deep dive and a big thank you to Justin and Jim for taking the time to enlighten us with their hard earned wisdom !
If you’re looking for an Instructor, you may want someone like Justin Tang !! Hello and welcome to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast !!
Justin Tang hails from Singapore. He currently teaches at the Tanah Merah Country Club in Singapore and is well versed in The Golfing Machine as well as MORAD. Justin continues to learn and evolve to become a better Coach and takes a wholistic approach in his teaching abilities. What’s important is Justin takes what YOU do and makes YOU better. He doesn’t impose HIS method or any method for that matter. His teaching style fits YOU ! Me personally, Justin clicks all the boxes necessary to make you a better player.
Justin and I talk about his approach to learning and teaching from a multi disciplinary perspective. The conversation will definitely plant seeds and also, I encourage all to go to Justin’s Instagram handle @elitegolfswing to learn more. A big thank you to Justin for coming on !
Welcome to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have Ron Sisson of the Real Swing Co.
In this episode, Ron and I talk about becoming intimately aware of the club head and face when it come to learning the swing motion. We discuss this very methodology to expedite learning and to NOT put so much credence into swing mechanics. Ron and I also throw in a little bit about how heavier gear is better to understand how to accelerate the club and put the feel back in your hands.
Ron has given a great discount to folks that listen to this podcast ! This discount is only available for the first 30 Flaghunters Listeners who sign up... so go torealswinggolf.com and click on the “Live Online Lessons” tab to sign up. Just put “FlagHunters discount” in the subject line of your registration email. Register right away so you don’t miss out!
Enjoy this episode and I encourage you to go to Ron’s website ! You’ll be glad you did !
Hello and welcome to a very special edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we are fortunate to have Mr. Doug Ferreri on the show. Doug is the author of a great book called Golf Swing Construction 101. The Bertholy Method Revisited.
Doug is a direct descendant of Paul Bertholy. Who is Paul Bertholy ? Paul Bertholy is what I would consider, one of The Godfathers of modern instruction. Here’s a short list of his accolades.
Life Member, Class A PGA, 50 years
National PGA Select Teacher, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978
Conductor of the First Nation PGA Workshop in PGA History…. there’s a lot more…
What attracted me to this story was Mr. Bertholy’s teaching methodology has very little to do with ball hitting. He created a set of drills to do. Much like,John Erickson and Bradley Hughes ! Doug Ferreri, in his book, explains in great detail Paul’s drills and a host of other valuable information.
What I think is most important about doing drills and NOT hitting balls is that an individual can focus SOLELY on the movements WITHOUT the distraction of hitting balls. Unless the person has incredible observational powers and limits the attachments of potentially hitting poor shots on the range in the begging stages of a swing change, this method of golf ascension can have a deleterious affect of one’s psyche.
I don’t want to spoil this special conversation here by divulging too much. I do want to send a big thank you to Doug for his time and dedication to Mr. Bertholy, and the enormous task of organizing all of Mr. Bertholy’s work into this wonderful book !
Hello and welcome to another edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we are fortunate to have Mr. Michael Neff from GEARS Sports ! Michael hails from Portland Oregon and has been a longtime PGA Member and has been voted as one of the best teachers in the Pacific Northwest.
First the first time in Golf evolution, Michael has invented a 3-D motion camera system that can accurately depict what the shaft, club face, AND body are doing during the swing motion. Through GEARS, we can take a deep look at every detail and find root problems with the swing motion and our gear, effectively taking the long-time guesswork out of the swing and what our clubs are doing in motion.
I want to extend a big thank you to Michael for coming on in spite of his very busy schedule ! You can find Michael at, www.gearsports.com.
Welcome once again to a VERY special edition of The Flaghunters Golf Podcast. Today, we have my friend and World number Four on the Pod, Lydia Ko.
Lydia was born in South Korea and moved to New Zealand when she was four. At 15 years of age she became the youngest to ever win a LPGA event and the only person to win 2 LPGA events as an Amateur. Lydia also became the youngest Major Championship winner at 18 years of age when she won the Evian Championship in 2015. Her closing round of 63 became the 2nd lowest to win a Major in Woman’s Golf history. She bested that number with a 62 in the ANA Inspiration in 2021.
While Lydia had so much success early, she did struggle a bit after her meteoric rise. Lydia went though some tough times with her game but bounced back with the help of her Coach, Sean Foley , to come back into the form that she’s used to playing at. Something that I highly recommend that you read is her letter to her public letter she wrote to her 15 year old self. You can find the link directly on her Instagram page. The letter gives a deep, compassionate look into who Lydia really is, a genuine Woman with the wisdom of someone much older than her age of 26.
Although I am 52 years of age, I look up to Lydia. She’s a very humble, grounded superstar that has her life and her game in a very healthy perspective. This is something that we should all strive for.
A big hug to Lydia and a sincere thanks for spending some time to enlighten all of us. I have no doubt that Lyds will continue to be in Championship form for years to come .
Hello and a very warm welcome welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. Today, we are fortunate to have my two great friends on the Pod. Grant Geertsen I have known for 25 plus years. Grant has taught Golf here on the Monterey Peninsula for that same time and is currently teaching at Poppy Hills in Pebble Beach. AJ is a student at CSUMB(California State University at Monterey Bay) and currently on the Golf team. Notably, CSUMB is one of the top Division 2 Golf programs in the U.S.
In this conversation, Grant, AJ and I discuss the student teacher relationship and how important it is to have honesty and, an open discussion, no matter what it is. We also talk about the process from top to bottom. Lastly, celebrating success.
As a result of this sacred process, AJ has had himself quite a Summer. He has won a big local event. He and his parter just qualified for the USGA Four Ball and has consistently played well. The moral of the story is, get going and trust the process.
It was a privilege to be a part of this conversation and it’s a nice x-Ray in to a student/ coach relationship. I have no doubt that AJ’s trajectory is upward and Grant will continue to Sheppard him that way. Cheers to Grant and AJ for coming on.
Jesse
Good Golf is wholistic right ? You most likely need to have most of your game working to play well. What if you want to increase distance and you go to see your Pro and he/she tells you to increase the depth in your backswing. What if you’re trying to REALLY wind up more and you CAN’T ?!?! What is your hips and your hamstrings and tighter than a Drum ? It may me impossible to get a bigger backswing with all of these important factors working against you.
Enter in Mrs. Carrie O’Rourke. Carrie hails from Detroit, Michigan and is a certified T.P.I. (Titleist Performance Institute) Golf Fitness Professional. Carrie has over 15 years of experience as a personal trainer, group fitness instructor and athletic team trainer. Carrie has also honed her skills by coaching her son Max to play collegiately at Wayne st. University and her other son Ryan, who is the Michigan Golf Association Junior Player of the Year !!!
Carrie is the owner of COR Golf Fitness In Detroit, Michigan and coaches a virtual 90 Day Program to improve flexibility and speed for Golf. Carrie also is the fitness provider for the Brian Mogg Virtual Golf Academy.
I can tell you personally that this program works ! I am also a student of T.P.I. and at 52 years of age, I play mostly pain-free and my ball striking has become much better because I can actually STAY DOWN through the shot because my back is strong and supple now !
Thank you Carrie for sharing your time with us and I would highly encourage all of you to reach out to Carrie to help get your body in fantastic shape ! You can reach Carrie via email at carrie@corgolffitness.com OR DM her Instagram at corgolffitness.
Hello and welcome to another great edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. Today we are incredibly fortunate to have Dr. Rob Neal and Mr. Layne Savoie of Wedgecraft. Wedgecraft is the brainchild between these incredibly bright men that has collected valuable short game data that can be used in a teaching capacity.
Layne Savoie is originally from New Orleans Louisiana and has been a PGA professional as well as a NCAA coach. Layne has been taught himself by Chuck Cook and Mac O’Grady and many others. Layne has also worked with TOUR players as well.
Dr. Rob Neal is originally from Australia. Dr. Rob is a world-renowned Biomechanist that has developed his own 3D motion sensor camera system that along with his knowledge of the body and how it moves with a golf club, has developed some great teaching methodologies as it relates to the short game !
When I take an honest look at my own game as well as others, good wedge play can make or break a round. I get concerned when I see folks wailing away at their drivers on the driving range vs working on their short games. The best players in the World are also the best wedge players. So much of today’s talk is about speed. Speed is good but the name of the game is to get the ball in the hole.
Thank you to Dr. Rob and Layne for coming on the Podcast. Thank goodness that we have these fine, educated gentleman to help us get better. These gentleman can be reached at www.Wedgecraft.com and I highly encourage anyone that wants to get better to reach out to them.
How much time and energy have you put into your equipment ? Have you maximized your driver ? Do you have your irons EXACTLY how you want them ? How about your wedges ?
In today’s episode, we welcome Equipment Specialist Mike Ryder. Mike hails from the same hometown I do, Monterey, CA. Mike worked for TaylorMade for a few years and has come away with some very valuable wisdom that he has graciously shared on today’s Podcast. Mike also has his own Club repair business with all the bells and whistles to get ones golf clubs to where they need it to be.
Thank you Mikey for coming on and cheers everyone !
Putting CAN be a Super Power ! Hello and welcome once again to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have Craig Foster, founder of DynAlign Golf. DynAlign is a system the Craig Foster has invented to get your joints “locked in” when you putt. It’s a pre-shot routine to get you locked-in with with your alignments so you can really focus on one important factor, speed.
Craig Foster lives in Seattle, Washington and invented this system out of necessity. While Craig was in his early thirties, he developed the “yips”. His bout with the yips caused him often times to play alone. The old saying goes, “through adversity comes opportunity “. It was out of this difficult time for Craig that his mind opened to new possibilities to help himself out of the yips. As a result of this, he developed a way to lock in his body to help minimize unnecessary movements out of his small muscles. I compare this system to taking the “timing” out of the putting stroke. This methodology caused Steve Elkington to contact Craig himself to learn the routine and now this system has made its way to some of the best players in the World !
As I’ve mentioned before, putting is near and dear to my heart. A good putter will typically have a special “aura” around them. You just know they’re gonna putt well and if you have to face them in match play, you KNOW you have to play your best to beat them ! You can be in awe of the player that hits it a long way but the good putter, always strikes fear in the undisciplined opponent.
A big thank you to Craig for sharing his wisdom with us and I encourage you to go to his website and also to do a little research on Axis 1 putters !
Jesse
Welcome to another edition of Flaghunters ! In today's episode we have Doug Walker from Greer, South Carolina. Doug represents a vast number of folks that have the normal demands of life. He's a Father, Husband and buisness man. Yet, he's managed with his life demands, to get from a 7 handicap to a scratch !! How in the heck did he do that ???
Welcome in Mr. Bradley Hughes. Doug found Bradley a couple of years ago and immediately found some improvement. Bradley taught Doug the "Drills" and Doug truly began his acsendency in the game of Golf. Through doing the Drills, his progression became appearent as his handicap began to plummet, as well as his scores.
What we do through diligent, mindful repetitions with the drills is what Daniel Coyle would call in his award winning book, "The Talent Code', is "Deep Practice". We work on these movements, correct them, and keep working. I believe that through these reps that we are reshaping our swing DNA deeply because we are focusing on the movements WITHOUT the distraction of the golf ball.
Doug is a shinning example of what good, diiligent work can do. I know he is securely on his way to competitive success. A big thank you to Doug and I highly encourage you to go to www. bradleyhughes.com AND www.advancedballstriking.com !
Hello and thank you for joining us in this incredible journey of Golf improvement ! Today we have Neil Gascoigne from Advanced Ball Striking. Neil lives in England and notably has one 4 national Hickory Championships, won his Club Championship, scored 18 consecutive pars in competition recently to go along with a 5 under par 67 and before I forget, he also has 6 hole in ones…all with Hickory shafted clubs.
Neil found Advanced Ball Striking(ABS) around 2009 looking for Golf swing advice on YouTube or anything that’ll help him get better. Neil was never able to get better than a 7- 9 handicap player, until he found Advanced Ball Striking. Now he carries a PLUS ONE handicap !
Neil went onto the ABS forum and read. As he read the information in there, what folks were saying and posting in there as it relates to the swing motion made intuitive sense to him. He bought the module courses and went to work.
In ABS, we work in a series of drills the take the dynamics of the swing motion and break them down in edible morsels as John Erickson would say. I compare the drills that we do to learning the Guitar chords. You learn one chord and go on to the next. That’s how we do it in ABS.
Neil has been as this process for the better part of 5 years. To get really good at playing this game, it takes as long as it takes. There are no shortcuts. What John Erickson has created IS the CHORDS of the swing motion. Neil explains this process in great detail in the Podcast.
Sit back and take Nei’s story in. His Golf ascension is not by accident. It’s consistent, mindful, deep worked practice that are the keys to golfing salvation. Cheers, Jesse
Ever wonder why some players get the most out of their game ? How about the players that seem to thrive when the lights are the brightest while others falter ? These are the intangibles that make the difference between getting the most out of your game versus struggling when you need your game to show up.
In this conversation, Kathy and I discuss this very deep topic . Kathy expertly dives into methodologies that will make your more aware of what kind of thoughts you’re unconsciously running on. She exposes some of our very reasons why we may come up short on the golf course and has ways to bring some of those fear based thoughts into light and turn them around into positive, self serving thoughts that not only help our games, also in life. This is the kind of self-loving accountability that we can all use to better serve us and the world at large !
Thank you to Kathy for sharing her wisdom with us and I would highly recommend that if you find this information useful, to reach out to her via email, kathy@kathyhearteood.com
Jesse
Welcome to this very special edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we welcome Neil Oxman !
Mr. Oxman hails from Philly, PA and has been a Tour Caddy since the early 1970’s. He started his Caddying career early by caddying for his Father and then graduated up to the local Monday qualifying for his local TOUR event. From these early days, Neil found his way onto the Tour and as a result, caddying paid for his undergraduate degree from Villanova as well as his Law degree.
In this episode, Neil and I talk about the Tour and the early days of caddying. Notably, for the last 20 years, Neil has been caddying for Tom Watson. Neil was on Mr. Watson’s bag for that magical week at Turnbeery in 2009. We go into that historic week as well.
It’s always a privilege to talk to “OX” and I’m so glad to share this wonderful and accomplished Man with you. A big thank you to Neil and cheers !
Jesse
Hello and welcome to another great edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have my good friend and trusted ally, retired PGA Tour caddy Bobby Conlan.
Bobby C, as we affectionately call him hails from Carmel Valley, CA that caddied on Tour for some of the World’s best. He came out on Tour with Bobby Clampett in the early 80’s when Clampett was a PGA Tour rookie. Bobby C’s career spanned from the early 80’s to around 2015 when he finally hung em up as we say.
In this conversation, Bobby C talks about his observations of the World’s best and how we can apply some of his thoughts to help benefit our own games. The conversation is also filled with great stories about his time on Tour.
A big thank you to Bobby C for coming on and thank you for listening ! Cheers, Jesse
Every once in a while, someone defies the odds. Maybe a rags to riches story ? Perhaps a person achieves excellence in a field that we would've thought not possible. I believe that these people are mean't to inspire us to push ourselves to greater heights in life. This is exactly the case with Greg Puga.
Greg was born in L.A. California and didn't get introduced to Golf until he was in High School. He grew up playing other sports and with Golf not super present in East L.A., most kids weren't exposed to Golf from his Neighborhood. Greg was introduced to Golf in High School and the game quickly got a hold of him. Golf at the time wasn't a High School sport at his school so he single-handedly persuaded the school to start a Golf team. Through his persistence, Greg influenced enough kids to play and off they went.
As Greg's game rapidly improved, his parents got up enough money to have Greg take lessons from Jim Petrolia at Annandale G.C. in Pasadena, CA. Greg's commitment to getting better combined with Jim's instruction enabled him to become better rapidly.
I don't want to spoil the conversation with my words here. Take a deep listen to the passion and wisdom of Greg and I hope that his words inspire you, as I did I, to become a better player.
Jesse
Hello and thank you for joining us for this special episode of Flaghunters ! Today we have USC Golf great and PGA Tour winner Sam Randolph.
I first saw Sammy play in the finals of the California State Amateur in 1985. I witnessed ball striking perfection. Sam easily defeated his finals opponent that day, capturing the coveted St Am Championship. Sam struck the ball masterfully that day and left a life long impression on me. I got to see what Golf was like at the next level. He hit a high beautiful cut with his driver and tight little draws with his irons. As we say in golf slang, it was money !
In this conversation, Sam and I discuss what his triumphs and tragedies were on the Tour. From winning, to struggling with his back and then going through a multitude of instructors. His words are full of wisdom and warning to anyone in pursuit of a better swing motion.
JP
Hello and once again, a very warm welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast. I am honored to introduce to you, Author and Performance Coach, Steven Yellin.
Have you ever been perplexed why you can’t access the good things you’ve been working on in your game ? How frustrating is it to have great teachings, do everything we can to get better but when the bell rings, we still struggle with fear, anxiety, or lack of trust ? Just how in the heck do we bring our range game to the 1st Tee ? How can we swing with abandon ? How can we truly "let go" ? In this episode, Steven masterfully explains the "why and the how" behind these all too personal struggles.
Steven Yellin grew up in Florida where he was the Florida High School state singles champion and went on to have a great career playing #1 singles at the University of Pennsylvania. As a senior at Penn, in a tennis match, he had an experience that would forever change his life. It was a deep experience of the Zone. Inspired by that deep Zone experience , Steven's next 45 years have been dedicated to developing the Fluid Motion Factor program. This program has been taught in twelve sports, including seven pro sports. His latest book, "Simplicity, The Fluid Motion Factor Golf Program", is the latest edition of his methodologies to access our hard earned abilities and have them show up when we want them to.
I recommend listening to this episode more than once because Steven's info is very dense, and, simplistic truth all at the same time. Lastly, a big THANK YOU to Steven for sharing his time and enlightening all of us with his thought provoking and wonderful wisdom !
Jesse
A BIG hello and welcome to this very special edition of Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have on one of the BEST Putting instructors in the known Universe and his name is Bruce Rearick ! Bruce hails from Indiana and was recently voted THE 2022 Golf Digest best instructor in state AND 2022 PGA Indiana Teacher of the Year !
Bruce is the owner of Burnt Edges Consulting. He offers a better understanding of the science and art of Putting. Much the same as going to a competent swing coach where your body, posture, the way you see things and everything else is taken into consideration when one begins the process to golfing ascension.
Just imagine being a good putter. Imagine draining round saving putts. Imagine not being so terrified of missing short putts and in the case that you do miss a putt, you can quickly identify the "why". This will be well explained by Bruce in this Podcast.
The Art and skill of putting is near and dear to my Heart. Good putters can inflict serious phycic wounds to a undisciplined opponent in Golf. You've heard people say, "He/She made everything they looked at !!" Usually, those people also always say, "I hit it way better than them and still lost !!!" We've all heard those frustrating responses.
I invite you to listen to Bruce with an open mind and I promise his wisdom will help you become a good putter ! And, A BIG THANK YOU to Bruce himself for sharing his hard earned wisdom with us !
Jesse
Tom Watson was quoted as once saying, “ I didn’t learn how to win, until I learned how to breathe. “
In this episode, we have the pleasure of having Andy Mathews from NeuroPeak Pro. NeuroPeak Pro is a neurological training device that teaches us how to breathe consciously. In conscious breathing, we learn how to slow and deepen our breath to have a relaxed, yet alert state of being.
When I think to having sublime Golf rounds, I was in “Flow” or some would call, the “Zone”. In these experiences, we are well aware of our surroundings yet comfortably unattached to any specific outcome yet in total control of ourselves. In the Zone-like state, our breathing is slower and deeper. Our nervous system is operating in a non stressed response known as the Parasympathetic state. This can all be traced back to the breath.
Andy speaks in great detail how we can train ourselves, via the breath, to have such experiences. Though NeuroPeak, we can now learn more about how we breathe, more than ever, and how we can breathe our way out of “fight or flight” ! We can quell anxiety through breath work training. We can do this with NeuroPeak , and have the proper feedback to continue to train our responses to ones that will not only benefit us on the golf course, also in life !
A big thank you to Andy for coming on in spite of his busy schedule ! You will undoubtedly benefit for Andy’s wisdom as well !
Jesse
Hello and welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! In this edition, we have Ann Claiborne from Concierge Nutrition ! Ann is a professional Dietitian that works with several professional athletes as well as executives to optimize their performance through expert nutritional programs that are tailored to their individual needs.
In this episode, Ann and I discuss the importance of proper nutrition, the effects as well as long term effects of a diet that lacks the nutrition needed to not only properly fuel the body, but to also think well. We also discuss the extreme importance of being well hydrated throughout the day. Lastly, Ann expertly explains the cause and effects of inflammation, and left unchecked, can cause some serious damage to our bodies.
Thank you to Ann for taking time out of her very busy schedule and for sharing this life affirming information !
Jesse
Hello and once again, a very warm welcome to the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we have Marcus Byrd, FocusBand Performance expert and Henry Boulton, Co-Founder of FocusBand.
I this episode, Marcus, Henry and I talk about the “Flow State” and how using the FocusBand helps to give the user real time brain feedback to tell if you’re either in “flow” or in the left brain, analytical state. What’s important about this ? We all have experienced the “flow state”, aka, the “Zone”. Golf just seemed to be easy, right ? I bet top dollar that you were having a blast ! I’ll suspect that you didn’t really care either. You were most likely playing “lights out” and you were aware of just about everything in your environment ! This is flow personified.
Marcus and Henry do a masterful job not only explaining “flow” and just as important, how we can train to reach this peak state via the use of the FocusBand ! This is a very powerful tool and I would definitely recommend it !
Jesse
Mr. Ben Shear is regarded as one of the best performance trainers around. He works with PGA Tour players as well as NHL players. Ben is also a fitness advisor to Golf Digest Magazine and has also been voted as one of the 50 best Golf Trainers in the genre.
In this conversation, Ben and I cover some of his training modalities and how the application of a fitness routine can really help one's golf game. When a individual gets properly trained, there's an increase in club head speed, better movement, better rotation and just playing potentially without pain.
I enjoyed this conversation and a big thank you to Ben for sharing his valuable wisdom !
Jesse
Hello and welcome to the 22nd edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast !Today we have registered Canadian Dietitian Carrie Verishagen. Carrie hails from Saskatchewan, Canada where she is a Dietitian and is starting to help golfers with their nutritional choices.
In this episode, Carrie and I talk about the effects of food choices before, during and after play. We also discuss being properly hydrated and potentially what the negative effects of alcohol consumption will do not only to your body, it will hamper your golf performance !
These are the basic do's and don'ts of proper golf nutrition that we discuss and I highly encourage all of you to find her on Instagram under The Golf Dietitian. What we put in our bodies matter and can definitely affect our performance on the golf course !
J.P.
This was a fun one ! Welcome all to this great round table talk with four of the finest young men you’ll ever listen to. In this episode, Jack, Freddy Dylan, John and myself discuss the different ways they work to improve their games while being student athletes. We also discuss the different terf conditions that Freddy, John and Jack had to adjust to coming from different countries.
John Patterson, a Senior is from St. Andrews, Scotland.
Jack Holland is from Australia.
Freddy Eisenbeis is from Germany.
Dylan McDermott is from Sacramento, California.
I don’t want to spoil the episode by writing too much here because I think you’ll gain a lot of wisdom just by listening in to what these young, great players have to say !
Boys, thanks for coming on and I look forward to to eagerly following your bright careers ! Cheers
Hello and welcome to another edition of Flagunters ! Today we have two of the very best in the business. My friend George Willett who was with Taylor Made for the better part of 3 decades and Bradley Hughes, who is one of the best Golf instructors in the world !
In this round table conversation, George, Brad and I discuss how equipment(loft, lie angles, swing weights, length of shafts,etc) directly impact how you swing a golf club. We also discuss the way you that you have your clubs set up affect your transition and how you interact with the ground. We also go into trying some different set ups of equipment and not being afraid to experiment. You never know what may work unless you try some different stuff !
I had a great time talking to these fine men once again and I know that you will definitely get some valuable information from these two well experienced and educated men !
Jesse
Hello and welcome to another great edition of the Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! Today we welcome Alejandra(Alex) Barnhard ! Alex lives in Las Vegas, Nevada and is a FOUR time club champion at Sherwood C.C. ! Alex went from a complete beginning golfer to a legitimate scratch handicap in 7 years ! Impressive to say the least !
In this conversation, Alex and I talk about how she got started playing the game, her growing pains, what motivates her to play great golf and lastly, how she has overcome adversity in her life. Alex also taks about her business and how its designed to empower woman play better golf. We also discuss her charitable ideas and plans to help some of the underprivileged youth in the Vegas area get introduced to the game of Golf. In addition, we also talk about her daily bouts with a degenerative bone condition and how she does not let that get in the way of her practicing and playing as much as she can !
I enjoyed this conversation with Alex and I thought it fitting to culminate our celebration of Woman's History Month with Alex ! She exemplifies toughness, mental fortitude, and a sense of giving back and compassion. Bravo to her and cheers !
J.P.
Welcome to another edition of Flaghunters Golf Podcast ! As we continue to honor and celebrate Woman’s History Month, we honor Lara Tennant in this episode.
Lara Tennant was born and currently lives in Portland, Oregon. She played golf at University of Arizona and is married and has five children. Lara is also one of the best woman senior amateur players in the world. She is currently the THREE time defending USGA Sr Am Champion AND is the CURRENT defending British Sr Am Champion !!! WOW !!
In this conversation, Lara and I talk about how to get better. How to manage your game according to the golf course you’re playing. Knowing how far you hit each club ESPECIALLY the wedges ! Playing in competition to find out what you need to work on and feeling a bit of pressure. We also discuss staying in the moment. Training yourself to be in the moment and the importance in that. Lastly, we tie it all together.
I really enjoyed this talk and I have the highest respect for Lara and all of her accomplishments. I know you will learn from the wisdom that she shares in this Podcast as I have. A big hug and my sincere thanks to Lara for coming on !
Jesse
Hello and a very warm welcome to the Flaghunters golf Podcast !! Today we have LPGA Tour veteran and my friend Sarah Kemp on the Podcast. Sarah is one of the best players in the World and in this episode, Sarah shares her philosophies on how she plays, prepares and her mindset behind it all.
Sarah was born in Sydney, Australia and as a young Amateur, she finished low am honors in the 2003 Australian Open and won the Australian Girls Amateur in the same year. She’s won 12 times on the ALPG (Australian Ladies Professional Golf) and her recent best finish in a major was 19th in the Evian Championship last year(2021).
In this conversation, Sarah and I discuss mindset, speed training, exercise, course management, self management, preparation and just about everything else I can throw at her. Her answers are incredibly simple which is a great reminder that the best players in the world tend to keep things simple. We also talk about keeping things in their proper perspective and the importance of staying in the moment which is vital if we want to play our best.
I enjoyed this conversation and I’m sure you will as well. If we all listen to Sarah’s wisdom, I have no doubt we’ll become better players as a result !! Thank you to Sarah 🙏 for coming on and I have no doubt that we’ll see her on many leaderboards this year !!
Jesse
Hello and welcome to a very special month of Flaghunters. This month, we are celebrating and honoring Woman's History Month by having some of the best woman that I know in and around the game of Golf ! We start the celebration off with Mia Hamm.
I first met Mia through a mutual friend last year and we got to spend some time on the Golf Course. Although I have heard of her, I didn't know much about her. What I found out in the 4 hours we spent together was that she was extremely cool and kind. I could tell that she was passionate about the game and focused on how she can get better. I loved her intensity and great spirit of curiosity. She asked me some great questions on how to manage a golf course to her game and shared some of the things that her and her Golf Coach, Troy Grant work on in her game. It was a great day. Cool right ? Then I get a text from our friend with Mia attached to it asking for me to caddy for her in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
From the middle of Fall until the week of the Tourney, Mia and I texted about the things that I thought she should work on to get ready for these golf courses. As anyone knows that have played Pebble, Spyglass and Monterey Peninsula Country Club Shore Course, they are not easy courses. Mia was eager to get to work and took my advice to heart. She also put me in touch with her coach Troy and we became fast friends.
When it came tournment week, little did Mia know, Troy and I were constantly texting each other. Me, sending Mia's swing on video to Troy and Troy relating back the things that they work on. We did it every day, before and after. Troy was instructing me to keep her as present as possible and don't let her go dark, lol. With all of that being said, we had a great week.
In this conversation, I learned that Mia is a very humble Star. Not only, was she kind to all of the people that asked her for a picture of a autograph, she was very respectful of the Men that we were paired with and has great respect for the game of Golf. We talk these things in this conversation and about the process of improvement and how she took some of the great lessons she learned from her years of playing Soccer into her Golf game. The PROCESS in applicable in any endevor to acheive excellence and Mia talks in great detail about it.
What I learned from Mia was that the road to excellence is NOT a straight path. There are numerous ups and downs, defeats and frustrations. That everyone experiences nerves and anxieties. To be open and ask for help. To show up for people because you never know when you might need people to show up for you. To always have a great spirit of curiosity and, to be teachable. Lastly what I learned from Mia, that even with her great popularity and her star status, these things are trumped by her great character. To me that's all that matters. Thank you Mia for exemplifying these great traits to me and for making the world a better place.
It was my honor to spend time with Mia and her husband Nomar. I'm forever grateful to them for welcoming me in with open arms and I proudly call them my friends. Lastly for Nomar, GO GIANTS !!!!!!!!
Welcome to Flaghunters ! Today, we're fortunate enough to have Troy Grant on the Podcast ! Troy hails from Long Beach, California and his academy is at the Recreation Park 18 Golf Course also in Long Beach. Troy also teaches in Las Vegas and will work alongside Butch Harmon at his school a few times a year.
I was introduced to Troy by one of his students, Mia Hamm. Mia had asked me to caddy for her in the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am. When Mia got invited to play, she reached out to me to caddy for her and in the few months of preparation for the Tourney, she put me in touch with Troy. For a couple of months, Mia, Troy and I were in lock-step in getting Mia prepped and ready to roll in her first AT&T. Troy and I became fast friends and thankfully, we share the same views and thoughts on the game and the swing motion. The interaction was seamless and off we went.
Troy has had numerous athletes come to him for instruction. He has a great way of explaining the process and to also enjoy the process and curb expectations that athletes have when they take up the game of Golf. Golf as you all know, can be pretty hard and extremely frustrating, especially to those who have mastered another sport. Good golf requires that right attention in the right places, no matter what your background is. Troy does a fantastic job of explaining that and helping people get better and enjoy the process !
I thoroughly enjoyed this conversation and I highly recommend anyone to go and see Troy. I promise you'll get better !
Jesse
Hello and welcome to Flaghunters golf Podcast. Today we have my friend and amateur great, Randy Haag. Randy has been an elite amateur golfer for decades. His accomplishments include, just to mention a few, go as follows:
1993, 1995, 1999, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Northern California Golf Association Player Of The Year.
N.C.G.A Amateur Champion in 1992 and 1993.
Pretty good right ??? Oh that's just a sample size. How about ?? Participant in,
38 USGA EVENTS !!!!
7 U.S. Amateurs
12 U.S. Mid-Amateurs and One Pub Links(Tourney no longer exists).... AND low AMATEUR in the 2011 Senior British Open !!
Let's NOT forget, Randy played in 3 U.S. Senior Opens.....
This accomplishments are a sample size of all the tournament wins and runner ups that Randy has amassed over the years. His insight into playing great golf is a real treat for all of that aspire to play better.
Hello and welcome once again to Flaghunters golf Podcast ! Today we welcome Emily Farell. Emily is a PGA Golf Professional at White Bear Lake Yacht Club whitch is recognized in the Top 100 in the U.S. and Top 150 in the World ! She is the buyer and an instructor at the club. Notably, Emily also started a woman's golf clothing company called Abendroth Golf. She does it all !
In this conversation, we discuss how we can improve in the Winter time via Golf Simulators while focusing excusively on the movements without the distraction of outside attachments. We go through how the basics matter and how important the short game is to immediately improve. Also, we walk through a on-course lession and how helpful it is to have someone look after you on the course to figure out how to deal with different lies and scenarios. I'm a big fan of this because I think its very important to have a proffesional point out some potential pitfalls or blind spots that may be hindering us to play better.
Emily in her spare time of being a full time Professional AND a wife AND a mother of two small children created a woman's clothing line called Abendroth Golf. This idea came to her out of being comfotable is the workplace as well as away from the golf course. Also, Emily wants to encourage and empower woman through Abendroth to look amazing, feel comfortable without having to change clothes from activity to activity !
I really enjoyed this conversation and I encourage all of you to think about what Emily has to say and apply her wisdom ! Love to all of you.
Jesse
Hi and welcome once again to the Flaghunters golf Podcast. Today we have Brad Smith, Co-Founder of FLYT Golf and the inventor of the FLYT sleeve.
Brad Smith is a former tour pro that is currently the Head Men's Golf Coach at Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri. He is originally from Austrailia and invented, what I think is a must-have, the FLYT sleeve.
How important is the short game and wedge play ? Ask yourself this. Go through your last few rounds and answer honestly how many times you were able to get it up and down. Ask yourself if you could've saved a few shots around the greens AND if you had wedges into par fours or fives, how close did you get it ?? How much mental energy did you save or NOT save by hitting your wedges closer ? I can tell you firsthand that my best rounds of Golf have not been these sublime ball-striking rounds. My best rounds have ALWAYS been centered around good wedge play.
In this discussion, Brad and I talk about the importance of wedge play. How the sleeve gets a lot of unnessessary moving parts out of the chipping motion. Lastly, how a great short game takes the pressure off the long game. Enjoy this great talk and get yourself one of these sleeves. I promise it'll change your short game forever !
J.P.
Hello and welcome to Flaghunters ! Today we have John Horner on the Podcast. John hails originally from Wala Wala Washington and has been a golf coach for quite some time. John has learned directly from Master Instructor John McLean and is also certified in The Golf Machine as well. He has educated himself very well to say the least.
If I were actively seeking a golf coach, there are several of things that I would look for. Is this Coach a method teacher ? Does he/she work with YOUR body type ? Is he or she still open to learning ? Does this Coach take a wholistic approach to making me a better player ? Short game ? Wedge play ? Putting ? ETC ??? This list goes on but I can personally tell you that John clicks ALL of these boxes other than being a standardized method teacher. He Does take the whole game approach and customizes the correct direction for anyone who seeks out his wisdom and guidance.
John has worked with Lexi Thompson as well as other high level players including some notable Pac12 standouts. He knows what he's doing to say the least. I encourage you to deeply listen to what he has to say and look inside yourself to see where you can improve. John, in this conversation will inspire you to do just that. Cheers and get after it !
J.P.
Welcome to Flaghunters !!
In this episode, we welcome my long-time great friend Rich Yakota. Rich and I met 30 years ago at San Jose st. He was this skinny kid that swung like Nick Faldo and played like him too ! We became fast friends and have been friends ever since.
Rich played professionally and won numerous mini-tour events. His playing career was highlighted by him qualifying for the 1996 US Open at Oakland Hills CC in Detroit, Michigan. In that event, he made the cut and carded the 2nd lowest round on the event by firing a second round 67, only to be bested by one by none other than Greg Norman.
After his playing career, Rich went into college coaching. Rich spent 7 years at the University of San Francisco as an assistant then eventually the head coach.
Now, Rich is teaching full-time at the Bridges Golf Club in San Ramon, Ca. Rich has developed a specialty in teaching Junior golfers. Not only does he teach proper swing motion techniques, he teaches the intangibles. We talk about that in this conversation.
Sit back, relax, and enjoy the wisdom that Rich shares with all of us.
J.P.
Welcome once again to the Flaghgunters Golf Podcast !
Today we welcome my friend Jeff Ritter to the Podcast. Jeff is currently the Director of Instruction at the Pronghorn Resort in Bend, Oregon and recently was voted by Golf Digest as the #1 Golf Instructor on Oregon !
I first meet Jeff a few years ago when he came to Poppy Hills in Pebble Beach, CA to teach. I started taking lessons from him and we became fast friends sharing our love for the game, Football and Music. Not only did Jeff explain HOW to change my swing motion, he EXPLAINED the mind-set behind changing swing patterns. More on that in the conversation.
In this conversation, Jeff wonderfully explains how to not be attached to poor patterns. Poor patterns are the doorway to playing better once you understand the errors and from there, formulate a fun process to clean-up the fault. When we understand the cause, we can influence the effect....
I am moved by this conversation and I'm sure I will refer to it often in my own golf journey. "The Problem is the Gift", as stated by Jeff is truly the way to get better. When we look at our follies on the course, objectively, we can start to see the root causes and use them as spring boards to get better. Our issues on the golf course are nothing to fear, only opportunities to get better not only as golfers, also as people.......
J.P.
Welcome once again to Flaghunters ! Today, we are graced with none other than Bradley Hughes himself !
Bradley was born in Melbourne, Australia and turned pro in 1988. He has played on the PGA Tour of Australasia, the PGA Tour, Nationwide Tour, Japan Golf Tour and the European Tour. He won 7 times as a professional, notably the Austrailian Masters twice and in the 1993 Australian Masters, he hit every green in regulation in the final round to shoot 7-under par to catch Australian legend Peter Senior. Bradly also played in the first Presidents Cup and was paired with World #1 at the time, Nick Price. In other words, the man can play...
Hughes quit playing competetive golf in 2008 and now teaches primarily at Holly Tree CC in Greenville, South Carolina. Through his teachings, he has helped Brendon Todd revitalize his career and also coaches Brandt Snedeker, Harold Varner, Cameron Percy, Greg Chalmers, Ben Martin, Robert Allenby and Ollie Schniederjans.
Bradly has created 2 websites, www.bradleyhugesgolf.com and www.bradleyhughesgolf-members.com. Both contain a well-spring of information. I would HIGHLY encourage anyone to visit the Members site and sign up because the info that Brad provides is hard-fought and battle- tested through the crucible of Pro Golf.
I am very proud of this conversation and I am sure that Bradley's wisdom will undoubtedly help anyone, as it has me, to play better golf. Cheers
J.P.
Welcome once again to Flaghunters ! Today we have Amy Simanton of The Golf Farm in Portland, Oregon. Amy partnered with former Tour winner and long-time PGA Tour and Champions Tour member Brian Henninger to create The Golf Farm in Portland, Oregon. Both Brian and Amy were recently voted by Golf Digest as one of the best instructors in Oregon !
Amy played college golf at UC Davis and was All-Conference all 4 years. She briefly turned pro and found her true passion was understanding the golf swing and what can truly make people play better !
In this conversation, Amy and I talk about the different disciplines of improvement. We cover the basic to the advanced forms of improvement while focusing on what's important, getting the ball in the hole !!
To be a top-flight instructor, you don't need to be a great player however, I find it very unique and advantageous to learn from people that have played at a very high level. Amy and Brian know through their competetive careers what it is like to be under the gun and what works !
Enjoy this hard earned wisdom from Amy and incorporate it. I know I will !!!
J.P.
Hello and welcome once again to Flaghunters ! AND, a very Happy New Year ! This was a great conversation with my friend John Grund. I consider John to be one of the best short game and mind-set coaches in the World !
"Grundy" grew up in San Marino California and played his college golf at UCLA with the likes of Steve Pate and Corey Pavin. He learned from the wedge master Paul Runyan himself when Mr. Runyan had retired to Annandale C.C. in Pasadena, CA. When it comes to getting proficient with the wedges, Grundy is the man to go to.
John and I talk about mind-set, staying in the moment, being observant of what your tendencies are and practicing things that matter to get the ball in the hole. John is also a world-class putter and has simple ideas to get us to putt our best.
Grundy is a great storyteller and I'm sure you with get a ton out of this conversation as I did.
Jesse
Hello and welcome once again to Flaghunters ! Today we've got my friend Jeff Britton on the Podcast. Jeff is self-taught in the game of golf. He started seriously taking up the game in his mid to late forties and is now, at 60, one of the better Senior amateurs in Northern California.
Jeff grew up in Reno, NV. He went to the University of Nevada-Reno where he graduated with a degree in Engineering. Shortly after graduation, he joined the Navy where he became a Naval Aviator. After leaving the Navy, Jeff embarked on a very successful Real Estate career and picked up golf later in life. I've known Jeff for 20 years and it's been extremely cool to watch his development from being a 15 handicap to a competitive 0.
I don't want to give up too much here. Have a listen to a great guy and a fascinating story that will undoubtedly inspire us all..
J.P.
Hello and welcome ! Lisa Cornwell is somebody that I respect a ton and hold in the highest regard as a person as well as being an authority in the game of golf.
Lisa was a longtime golf reporter and anchor for The Golf Channel. She just was recently inducted into the University of Arkansas Hall Of Fame as a 2 time All American golfer. Needless to say that not only does she have some extensive golf knowledge, she can flat play.
Lisa and I talk about how to get better, what to learn from LPGA and PGA Tour pros and how to score better via the short game/wedge play. We also talk about speed and what males can learn from the gals on the LPGA Tour.
I had a great time picking her brain and I know you will enjoy listening to her wisdom.
J.P.
Welcome to Flaghunters ! Today we have my meditation teacher Sam Lofton ! Sam is the founder of The Internal Athlete and she teaches the discipline of meditation to athletes of all sports.
I found Sam in April after a disappointing start to my competitive year. In late March, I had a 1st round of match play exit on the 21st hole. I had such high expectations after a great Winter of preparation that I thought I would come into the event with a great chance to win. Instead, I was in my head, unwilling to let go and just play. My find was flitting all over the place. Everywhere EXCEPT the present moment. I was allowing myself to be subjected to my own negative emotions and dark thoughts. In essence, I was miserable during this event.
When I lost on the 21st hole, I was so pissed off at myself that I inherently knew that something was wrong. “ How can I play like this ? Why am I subjecting myself to these dark, self-defeating thoughts ? Why can’t I get out of my own way ? “ Wait a min, I almost ALWAYS get in my own way !!!” . This was the brutality honest talk I had with myself on the 30 minute drive home. I was down. I said to myself on this drive, “ I can’t play golf like this. I can’t play this controlling, fear-based kind of golf anymore. I’d rather not play at all…” As fate has it not too long after that event, I found Sam advertising her meditation for Athletes business on Instagram.
I reached out to Sam shortly after the fateful debacle of that event. We had a conversation and she skillfully explained the reasons WHY my mind was like an uncontrollable hose full of negativity. I knew in that moment, meditation was the way to go. I felt as if I had nothing to lose.
Sam Lofton was one of the best soccer players in the world. She played primarily in the US and then in Europe. She found meditation after her rookie year of pro Soccer and the difference between her rookie and sophomore year was night and day after herself finding and practicing the discipline of meditation. She’ll explain further on the show.
Fast forward to now. Meditation had helped me to not be so damn attached to results. My self-worth doesn’t revolve around how I play. My mind and body are more cohesive. I am incredibly more present on and off the golf course. I am more aware of my thoughts, good and bad and I don’t allow myself to go down a dark train of self-defeating thoughts as much as I used to. Meditation works.
Listen carefully as Sam explains that science behind how meditation reshapes your brain. She also explains how meditation allows us to get out of our own way and play golf with joy and freedom. She also explains how meditation allows the athlete to get into flow, aka, The all exalted Zone..
I am humbled and honored to share this episode with you. We can do all the physical work in the world but without our mind/body being connected, we will also fall victim to our thoughts. I don’t think that there is anything more self-defeating than an undisciplined mind.
J. P.
Wanna know how to get your clubs set up for you ? Listen to this candid conversation with my friend George Willett. George worked for Taylor Made for 30 years and has such a tremendous amount of knowledge in relation to golf equipment. He is also one of the great storytellers in Golf.
George has built clubs for the best in the world and culminated his storied career building clubs for the greats on the Champions Tour. He is somebody that I still lean on to make sure my equipment is right for me.
Have a listen. His wisdom is something that isn't talked about with great regularity with the standard golf equipment conversations. Enjoy.
Hello and welcome to Flaghunters ! It’s a great privilege to bring to you uniquely dynamic insights into playing better Golf.
I have spent decades immersed game of golf. I've done everything from competing at a prestigious amateur level , to caddying, coaching, and being a overall Golf geek.
If you're a golf enthusiast as well, you understand my passion and unconditional love for the game. You share my insatiable, curiosity-driven desire to get down to the bottom of what it takes to truly get better at playing the game of Golf.
This has been one of the greatest expeditions of my life and I am deeply grateful for all that Golf has given me. Thank you for joining me in this incredible journey. It is truely my honor to share it with you.
This is my ever-evolving love letter to golf.
Jesse Perryman