The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

Dr. Sasho Mackenzie joins the show to discuss the role of ground reaction forces in the golf swing, his thoughts on the golf ball rollback, and several other topics! Thank you to our show sponsors Pestie, Rhoback, Ridge and Maui Nui Tired of bugs invading your home? Pestie is a simple, DIY pest control kit customized to your location and climate—no expensive service needed. For just $35 per treatm...

Fill out our listener survey here: https://adamyounggolf.com/survey In this episode, we discuss the importance of embracing your driver and how this translates to other parts of your game where it's easy to "avoid" your weaknesses. Additionally, we discuss benchmarks in impact location and their influence on ball flight. Thank you to our show sponsors Shot Pattern, Rhoback, Hammer Made and LMNT Ex...

Check out Adam's 8-week course here: https://www.adamyounggolf.com/8-week-course/ Renowned performance coach Dr. Gio Valiante joins the show to discuss Rory McIlroy's roller-coaster Masters victory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

To fill out our listener survey go to https://adamyounggolf.com/survey In this episode, Jon and Adam Young discuss their personal journeys in golf, focusing on the experiences of late bloomers, managing expectations, and the emotional aspects of the game. They explore the concept of skill development as a form of compound interest, the importance of access to golf, and the evolution of their pract...

This week, we're going back in the catalog a few years to revisit how you should change your practice habits depending on the time of year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steve Williams and Evin Priest join us to discuss their new book, Together We Roared. We discuss some of Steve's top memories and insights caddying for Tiger Woods during their legendary twelve-year partnership. If you are a fan of Tiger or golf history in general, you will not want to miss this one! Thank you to our show sponsors, Tangent, Shot Pattern and Rhoback PGA Tour pros have a team—caddie...

In this episode, Mike Finney explores the evolution of golf instruction, the impact of historical teaching methods, and the importance of understanding biomechanics and ball flight laws. We discuss the influence of the Golf Machine, the necessity of unlearning outdated concepts, and the role of clubface control. Most importantly, Mike explains how to simplify complex topics for golfers who should...

How can big data actually help you shoot lower scores? In this episode, Jon and Adam are joined by Fabrice Mowbray—a data scientist and golf enthusiast—to explore how the same principles used in predictive clinical modeling can be applied to golf improvement. They dig into what big data really means, why small data can be misleading, and how golfers can use their own stats to make smarter decision...

Renowned putting coach Ralph Bauer shares insights on how to read greens more effectively using his Tour Read system. In this episode, we cover: Common green reading mistakes Why your read quality can affect your stroke How to use your eyes properly and much more Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Pattern and Rhoback Shot Pattern is the golf GPS and stats app that puts strategy at the forefront....

Fill out our listener survey here Join Jon's Masters pool here Adam's book, The Practice Manual, celebrates its 10th anniversary and 100k copies sold mark! In this episode, we discuss the evolution of golf instruction, the importance of understanding impact laws, and the distinction between macro and micro techniques in improving golf performance. Thank you to our sponsors Tailor Brands and Tangen...

In this episode, we revisit how to align yourself to your target. There's a ton of nuance to explore and no right answers for every golfer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We would love for you to fill out our listener survey and give feedback on topics you want us to explore - please visit https://www.adamyounggolf.com/survey/ Julie Elion is one of the most successful mental coaches in golf. She has worked with athletes who have won over $500m in career earnings, 150 PGA Tour wins, and 25 Major Championship wins over the course of her 25-year career. Many of you kn...

We would love for you to fill out our listener survey and give feedback on topics you want us to explore - please visit https://www.adamyounggolf.com/survey/ In this two-part series, Jon and Adam explore the concept of Golf IQ and how to increase it. Some topics we explore include: The CAT system includes Concepts, Awareness, and Techniques. How to apply the knowledge you learn off the course duri...

We would love for you to fill out our listener survey and give feedback on topics you want us to explore - please visit https://www.adamyounggolf.com/survey/ In this two-part series, Jon and Adam explore the concept of Golf IQ and how to increase it. Some topics we explore include: The CAT system includes Concepts, Awareness, and Techniques. How to apply knowledge you learn off the course during y...

Renowned putting coach David Orr joins us to discuss the intricacies of putting performance while busting some commonly held myths. Understand how stroke mechanics, green reading, speed control, and other aspects of putting all contribute to a common goal - making more putts inside of 10 feet and three putting less often. Thank you to our show sponsors Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop In the world...

Luke Kerr-Dineen from Golf Digest joins us to discuss some of his top game-improvement content. We discuss Scottie Scheffler's strategic decisions, challenging the top players to his "grid" combine, Moe Norman's swing, and Luke's philosophy on the golf swing. Thank you to our show sponsors Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfe...

Jon and Adam discuss a recent study that suggests traditional, outcome-based goals may not lead to the best performance. You'll get plenty of ideas on how to set goals in your golf game and personal life from this episode! Thank you to our show sponsors Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than t...

5-time PGA Tour winner Billy Mayfair joins the show to discuss his recent autism diagnosis and reflects upon his career highlights, including being the only golfer to beat Tiger Woods in a playoff. To learn more about Billy and his foundation, you can visit his website: https://www.billymayfair.org/ Thank you to our show sponsors Hack Motion, Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop We are giving away thr...

Gary Christian was one of the oldest rookies in PGA Tour history. He joins the show to share his inspiring story of how he fulfilled his dreams of making it to the highest level of professional golf after a long series of setbacks on developmental tours. This is one of the most emotional stories we've ever shared on the Sweet Spot; you won't want to miss this one! Thank you to our show sponsors Ha...

In this episode, we explore whether or not golfers need to know a lot about the golf swing to improve. Jon also shares his recent clubfitting experience. Thank you to our show sponsors Hack Motion, Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop We are giving away three HackMotion wrist sensors this month, the ultimate training aid trusted by golfers worldwide. Enter the giveaway now, winners will be picked Janu...

This episode explores ideas for positive habits you can add to your golf game on and off the course. We hope listeners will take some of these to heart and think of others they can add! Thank you to our show sponsors Bal. On and The Indoor Golf Shop In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to co...

In this episode, Jon and Adam discuss the intricacies of wedge play with Paul Wood from PING. They delve into PING's ground-breaking research surrounding wedge impact, ground contact, and the role of angle of attack.  Thank you to our show sponsors, Red Rooster, Bal. On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've go...

Offseason fast approaching? We have a ton of ideas on how to spend your winter productively as we rewind to the first-ever Sweet Spot episode. Thank you to our show sponsors, Red Rooster, Bal. On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've got 36 total sizes for righties and lefties, including men's regular and cade...

Jon and Adam do a year-end review of their games to give you some ideas on evaluating your own. Also, Adam discusses how on-course playing lessons should be structured and how they provide different benefits than traditional swing lessons on the range. Thank you to our show sponsors, Red Rooster, Bal. On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and dur...

Will Knauth was a standout college golfer and the winner of the Byron Nelson Award. He's currently a PhD candidate in statistics at Columbia University and consults with PGA Tour players on strategy. We cover a wide range of topics, including: How to make swing changes Playing in a PGA Tour event Using launch monitors effectively Dealing with pressure in tournaments Proper strategy using statistic...