Mid-Range Swing

Welcome back to  The Mid-Range Method ! In this episode, I’m returning to the familiar fairways of Old Gunpowder to put my game to the test. I’m breaking down my round—specifically the highlights and the lessons from my 94—as I continue my journey to lower my scoring average. Last week, I identified the seven specific hurdles currently holding my game back. This week, I'm going deep into one o...

Tackling The Preserve at Eisenhower this week was a major wake-up call. It's a beautiful, challenging course, but walking away with a 105 made me realize it’s time for some serious reflection if I’m ever going to hit my goal of a 92 average. In this episode, I’m breaking down the raw truth about my game. No sugarcoating, no pretending to be a swing guru—just an honest look at the 7 major hurdl...

Lake Presidential Golf Club in Upper Marlboro, MD, is beautiful, pristine, and absolutely brutal. On this episode, I’m taking you through my recent round where I carded a 100 . And you know what? On a track this tough, I am incredibly happy with that score! This round was a masterclass in the emotional rollercoaster that defines the mid-handicap golf experience. I’m breaking down the exact mental...

We are officially rolling into the summer stretch of the 2026 golf season, and the grind to lower my scoring average down to a consistent 92 by November is in full swing! In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the raw numbers from May and looking at what the data is telling us. I logged 5 full rounds over the last month, and the theme of the season so far is rock-solid consistency. Here...

On this episode, I’m giving you an unvarnished review of my recent round at Walden Country Club in Crofton, Maryland—and I'm bringing the scorecard with me. I carded a 105 , and on a tight, unforgiving track like Walden, this round was a masterclass in how quickly things can get away from you when you're battling fatigue. I break down the layout and conditions and get completely honest about my st...

Golf will humble you one day and give you hope the very next. In this episode, we are diving deep into a whirlwind 48 hours on the course that perfectly captures the reality of chasing a better game. First, I tackle a tough, gritty outing at Oak Creek Golf Club, where the scorecard ultimately added up to a 100. I pull back the curtain on the entire round—breaking down the course layout, sharing my...

I'm out at Northwest Golf Course in Silver Spring, Maryland for a wild ride of a round! Northwest is known for its long layout and massive, undulating greens, and it definitely threw a bit of everything at me today. From throwing a beautiful 6-iron onto the green and executing a clutch sand save to 3 feet, to the inevitable struggles of a fat shot and a tough three-putt. Golf is a game of mana...

In this episode, I’m breaking down my latest round at Hampshire Greens in Silver Spring, Maryland. Coming off a shaky week on the greens, the primary goal was finding a rhythm with the putter—and it finally clicked. I talk through the decision to lean heavily on my 5-wood and 7-wood throughout the day and how those clubs are starting to earn their keep. However, golf is a game of give and take; wh...

April is officially in the books, and it’s time to look at the data. In this "State of the Game" update, I’m breaking down my scoring average for the month and seeing if I’m actually on track to hit my season goal of a 92 average . The Numbers: April Scoring Average: 96.3 Season Starting Point: 98.4 The Goal: 92.0 The Lessons Learned: The numbers are moving in the right direction. My dec...

In this episode, I'm breaking down a recent round at the University of Maryland Golf Course in College Park. It was a day of high expectations and tough conditions, proving that sometimes the biggest challenge on the course isn't just the bunkers or the elevation changes—it's the clock. Inside this episode: The Course Review: My take on the UMD layout, known for its rolling hills and &...

In this episode, we’re heading to Bowie Golf & Country Club to break down a round that proved you don’t need a perfect swing to hit your scoring goals. I’m sharing the play-by-play of how I managed to card a 92 , navigating the course with a focus on rhythm, course management, and keeping the big numbers off the scorecard. Inside this episode: The Course Review: My honest take on the layout an...

In this episode, I’m taking you hole-by-hole through my recent round at Old Gunpowder Golf Course in Beltsville, Maryland. This round was a pivotal moment in my quest to drop my scoring average from 98.4 to 92 , and I’m breaking down exactly how the course played. What we’re diving into today: Course Review: The Old Gunpowder Experience – I give my honest take on the current conditions in Beltsvil...

What happens when a mid-handicapper with a herniated disk and limited flexibility takes on 18 holes? In this episode, I’m taking you on the bag with me at Sligo Creek Golf Course in Silver Spring, Maryland, for a double-loop 18-hole session. This wasn’t just a round of golf; it was a test of the Mid-Range Swing philosophy. I’m documenting my mission to move my scoring average from 98.4 down to 92...

I’ve set a big goal for myself this year: I’m working to lower my scoring average from a 98 down to a 92 by November. In this video at Enterprise Golf Course, I’m taking you along for the very first purposeful round of the season to see where my game stands and what I need to work on. I’m currently playing as a 25.2 handicap, and if I’m going to keep up with my weekend buddies and hit my targets,...

The search is over. Today, I pick the one golf ball I’m sticking with for the entire season. After starting with four contenders—Titleist, Srixon, Callaway, and Bridgestone—I’ve officially narrowed it down to the final two. In this video, I’m taking the Bridgestone e6 and the Callaway Supersoft out for a head-to-head battle to see which one earns its spot in my bag. As a golfer pushing 60 with a h...

Can the right golf ball actually save your scorecard? In this episode of The Mid-Range Swing , I’m taking my quest to break 92 to the course with a specific focus: finding the perfect ball for my swing speed. As a golfer pushing 60 with a herniated disk and limited flexibility, I know I’m not hitting it like the pros—and that’s okay. I headed out for 9 holes to put four popular "slow swing speed"...

In Part 2 of our Golf Ball Challenge, we’re taking the data to the grass. I’m testing the Callaway Supersoft, Bridgestone e6, Srixon Soft Feel, and Titleist Tour Soft to see which one actually helps a mid-to-high handicapper play more consistent golf. I’m breaking down the "sound and feel" of each ball so you can decide which one belongs in your bag this weekend. What’s inside this episo...

Are you playing the right golf ball for your game, or just the one with the best commercials? In this episode, I’m launching The Great Golf Ball Experiment —a head-to-head battle to find the perfect golf ball for the over-50 golfer with a mid-range swing. I’m tired of seeing "Tour Level" ball tests for golfers who swing 120 mph. This experiment is for the rest of us. I’ve selected four s...

Can a mid-to-high-handicapper with a bad back and limited flexibility actually shave 6 strokes off their game in one season? In this podcast, I’m laying out my roadmap for 2026 and exactly how I plan to transform my game. I’ve spent too long hovering around a 98 average, and it’s time to get serious about the Mid-Range Swing. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a fellow high-handicapper, I’m takin...

Welcome to Mid-Range Swing. I’m a golfer in my late 50s who loves the game but faces the reality of a bad back and limited flexibility. If you’ve traded your "long game" for a "smart game" because your body doesn't turn like it used to, you’re in the right place. Join me for weekly round recaps where I break down my wins and misses on the course, plus tips and content speci...