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This episode challenges the myth that golf "feel" is a natural gift, opening with Steve Jobs testing iPhone prototypes until one "felt right." The discussion establishes that feel is a trainable skill through three principles: it can be systematically developed, improves over time with practice, and can be rebuilt when lost. Evidence includes tour pros like Collin Morikawa playing without a glove and wine research showing experts develop superior pattern recognition, not better senses. Links: Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/feel Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

_*]:min-w-0 !gap-3.5"> Most golfers approach putting completely wrong, obsessing over stroke mechanics while missing the three fundamental skills that actually matter. Through the dramatic story of Alexander the Great solving the legendary Gordian Knot with one decisive sword stroke, discover why putting success comes from systematic execution rather than perfect technique. Learn how to read greens like a tour pro using your feet as much as your eyes, develop the technical precision to consistently start putts on line, and master distance control through external focus. Packed with research from putting experts and actionable drills you can use immediately, this episode will transform your approach to the most important part of your game. Links: Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/putting Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

In this episode, I explore the powerful connection between golf and mental health, examining how and why golf has become a form of self-care and therapy for millions of players. Using research from sports psychology, insights from mental health experts, and personal anecdotes, I demonstrate how golf provides unique mental health benefits through its combination of nature exposure, physical activity, social connection, and mindfulness practice. With younger generations now citing mental health as their primary reason for playing golf, this episode offers practical strategies for intentionally approaching golf as a wellness practice that can enhance longevity, reduce stress, and provide lifelong benefits for both mind and body. Links: Dan Evan's Quote: Instagram @dansgolfworld Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/peace Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/  

In this episode, I explore the three crucial strategies high handicappers can use to avoid disaster holes: embracing the boring play, knowing your go-to shot under pressure, and developing a post-mistake routine.  Using research from sports psychology, insights from golf legends, and personal anecdotes, I demonstrate how these mental game approaches can help golfers lower their scores dramatically without changing their swing. The episode explains how most high handicappers aren't held back by their inability to hit good shots, but rather by their poor decisions and emotional reactions when things go wrong. By implementing these three rules, you can potentially drop 3-5 strokes from their handicap within a month. Don't believe me? Just try it.  Links:  LMG Golf Clubs: https://liquidmetalsgroup.com Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/blowup Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

After witnessing a disturbing interaction between a father and his talented young daughter on the driving range, this episode dives into the critical question: Can we raise kids who excel at golf while maintaining their passion for the game? Through research from sports psychology and youth development experts, I explore how parents can foster excellence without sacrificing joy. The episode offers three science-backed strategies that create a foundation for both competitive success and long-term love of golf. Learn how fostering autonomy, developing a growth mindset, and creating emotional safety around performance can transform your child's relationship with golf. These approaches don't just produce happier young golfers—research suggests they're also the optimal path to developing champions who sustain their success long-term. Links: Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/  

Ever wonder why pro golfers remember every detail of their rounds while you can't recall the hole you just played? In this eye-opening episode, dive into the revolutionary concept of Strokes Gained that's transformed how the pros play and practice. Discover how this stat, developed by finance professor Mark Broadie, breaks down performance into four key categories: Off-the-Tee, Approach, Around-the-Green, and Putting.  You'll learn shocking statistics about Tour pros' putting percentages (they miss more than half their 10-footers!), understand how to interpret Strokes Gained numbers, and discover practical ways to apply these insights to your own game. Plus, a humorous take on why 18 holes of golf might require more mental achievement than free solo climbing El Capitan. This episode will change how you practice and play forever!   Links: Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

In this episode, we witness history as Rory McIlroy finally captures the green jacket he's been chasing for 11 years, completing the career Grand Slam after countless heartbreaks at Augusta National.  From his beginnings as a three-year-old swinging in his living room to his emotional collapse on the 18th green, we explore what this moment teaches us about persistence, resilience, and the winding path to achieving our dreams. This isn't just a golf story—it's a powerful reminder that extraordinary achievements come with extraordinary obstacles, and sometimes the most meaningful victories are the ones we've waited for the longest. Links:  Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

Ever wonder why you lose your cool on the golf course? In this episode, I reveal the psychology behind those club-throwing moments and why anger is never actually the first emotion you feel—it's always covering something deeper. You'll discover why one pro golfer went to the extreme of taping his mouth shut during a tournament (spoiler: it didn't work) and learn the three powerful keys to emotional mastery that the world's best players use under pressure. I'll share personal stories of my own emotional disasters on the course, practical drills you can use immediately, and the counterintuitive truth about why suppressing your emotions might be hurting your scores. Whether you're struggling with on-course outbursts or just wanting to channel your competitive fire more effectively, this episode reveals how transforming your relationship with anger could be the missing piece in your mental game. The best part? These techniques don't just lower your scores—they bring back the joy of playing the game we love. Links:  Player Tapes his Mouth Shut: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/p/golfer-tapes-mouth-shut-in-extreme Range Session Drills:  https://bettergolfacademy.com/rage Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello Subscribe to Daily Golf News from me: https://bettergolfacademy.substack.com/

What if everything you've been told about practice is wrong? I spent 25 years playing piano the "right" way—grinding the same songs, chasing perfection, and dreading every recital. Then, I watched my son fall in love with music overnight… not by memorizing notes, but by playing thunder. Turns out, golf practice has the same problem. Most players are stuck in their own lifeless recital—mindlessly smashing balls, grooving flaws, and wondering why they never improve. In this episode, you'll learn why the driving range is LYING to you (and what to do instead). And learn about the science-backed secret to loving practice (hint: It's not about perfect swings). The best golfers aren't made in sterile repetition. They're forged in chaos, creativity, and curiosity. Links:  Good Will Hunting Scene: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZQht2yOX9Js Range Session Drills:  https://bettergolfacademy.com/variations Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello

Are you in a slump? Are you feeling cluttered, overwhelmed, and lost? In this episode, we're breaking the cycle: no more band-aid fixes, no more swing overhaul madness. Instead, we're going against conventional wisdom with three powerful (and often overlooked) strategies. Plus, we'll talk about the real reason slumps linger (hint: it's not your swing) and how to fall back in love with the game when nothing seems to work. If you're tired of the endless grind and ready for a smarter way out of your slump, this episode is your game plan. "The slump isn't your enemy—it's your teacher. Time to start listening." Links:  Resilience Building Drills:  https://bettergolfacademy.com/slump Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello News: Golf News Daily - Substack: https://bettergolfacademy.com/news    

What do Roger Federer, Scottie Scheffler, and Rory McIlroy all have in common? It's not just their incredible talent or their trophies—it's their ability to bounce back. In this episode, we dive deep into the art of resilience, exploring how the greatest athletes in the world turn setbacks into comebacks. Did you know that even Federer, one of the most dominant tennis players of all time, only won 54% of the points he played? Or that Scottie Scheffler, the current world number one in golf, has the highest bounce back rate on the PGA Tour at 33.33%? These stats aren't just numbers—they're proof that mistakes are inevitable, but how you respond is what makes you a champion. Links Resilience Building Drills:  https://bettergolfacademy.com/nodwell Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello  

Are your own thoughts holding you back from playing your best golf? You've had an amazing front nine, but as you step onto the 10th tee, doubt creeps in. Can I really keep this up? That little voice in your head starts calculating the odds, and before you know it, you're playing defensively—tightening up, second-guessing, and watching your game slip away. In this episode, we're breaking down how limiting beliefs sabotage your game and, more importantly, how to flip the script so you can stay in the zone. You'll learn practical mental shifts, real-life golf stories, and three action steps to build unshakable confidence. If you've ever felt like you were your own worst enemy on the course, this episode is for you. Let's break free from those mental chains and play the golf you're truly capable of! Links Three Mental Game Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/belief Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello

Imagine standing over the ball, completely calm, fully committed, and ready to execute the perfect shot. No second-guessing, no tension—just confidence. That's the power of a great pre-shot routine.  In this episode, we're breaking down why every golfer—whether a weekend warrior or a tour pro—needs a solid routine to eliminate doubt, stay consistent under pressure, and reinforce confidence. You'll learn how the best players in the world use their routines to gain an edge, how to create your own, and why tweaking it for different shots can completely transform your game.  If you're tired of letting nerves, bad decisions, or overthinking ruin your rounds, this episode is your game-changer. Tune in and start playing with more control, confidence, and consistency! Links Three Preshot Routine Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/routine Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello More Links:  Warwick Knowledge Centre Study The Secret Benefits of Routines Jordan Spieth's Preshot Routine Tiger Wood's Preshot Routine  

Most golfers focus on their driver and irons, but the real secret to lower scores is your short game. In this episode, we're diving into three essential chip shots that every golfer needs to master: Chip and Run – The high-percentage shot for consistency and control Backspin Shot – The one-hop stop that gives you precision around the greens Lob Shot – The high, soft-landing shot for tricky pin positions We'll break down when and why to use each shot, how they can shave strokes off your game, and why improving your chipping might be the fastest way to start shooting lower scores. If you're tired of missing up-and-down opportunities, this episode is for you. Llet's get your short game dialed in! Links: Get your 3 Drills: https://bettergolfacademy.com/chip Learn the 3 Types of Chips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMjbtPXo8E8  Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello  

In this episode, we dive into the power of tracking your golf rounds and why what isn't measured doesn't exist in golf. If you've been stuck at the same handicap, it's time to rethink your approach. We break down the key stats you should be tracking—like fairways hit, greens in regulation, and putts per round—and how this data can reveal game-changing insights. Stop guessing what's holding you back and start making smarter practice decisions. We'll also discuss how setting clear, measurable goals can transform your improvement process. Whether you're a weekend golfer or striving for competitive play, this episode will give you the tools to take your game to the next level! Links: Find out how I log my stats: https://bettergolfacademy.com/log  Website: https://bettergolfacademy.com Instagram: @bettergolfacademy Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@BetterGolfAcademy TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bettergolf.academy Contact Me: https://bettergolfacademy.com/hello