The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

We're excited to continue our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss approach play. Lou shares some of his most interesting stats from pro golf and the amateur game that will get you thinking differently about reasonable expectations. Also, you'll learn more about the proper strategy and ideas on how to practice more effectively. Thanks to our show sp...

How should you change your practice methods based on the time of year? This episode explores how to adjust your preparation for the off-season, early, mid, and late-season periods. Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgolf.com). In this episode, we discuss everything that goes into a wedge fitting. Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices....

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! Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode explores some of the differences between short-term changes you can make in your game. Some of them can be positive and can have long-lasting benefits. Conversely, others only provide temporary band-aids, and the deeper issue is not resolved. Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn m...

Renowned swing coach Shauheen Nakhjavani joins the show to share his insights on how to get the most out of taking lessons. Some topics we discuss: How much time you should set aside and your commitment level. How to find a swing coach. What are reasonable expectations for both sides of the relationship? How goals can change based on the player's skill level. How long should you wait to see result...

Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your handicap down to zero. Or should you even pursue it in the first place? In this two-part series, we discuss topics like: How much time it might require Will it even make you happier? What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective Your...

Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your handicap down to zero. Or should you even pursue it in the first place? In this two-part series, we discuss topics like: How much time it might require Will it even make you happier? What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective Your...

In this episode, we discuss how to practice with launch monitors of all different price levels. Whether you have a basic model like the PRGR or a Foresight GCQuad, we're including tips on making your practice sessions more effective! Here are links to reviews on some of the models we discussed, along with special pricing offers for Sweet Spot listeners: PRGR Launch Monitor Review I Purchase Link S...

We're excited to continue our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgolf.com). In this episode, we discuss everything that goes into an iron fitting. Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices....

In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like your takeaway and various other positions? Or is it more about your overall skill and what we cannot see? Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more...

In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like your takeaway and various other positions? Or is it more about your overall skill and what we cannot see? Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more...

Top instructor Andrew Rice joins the show to share his knowledge on wedge play. We discuss various topics on how to hit functional wedge shots, why skill is so important, and how to practice your wedge game more effectively. Special thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf - you can check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

In part two of our episode with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we continue our discussion on tee-shot strategy. We also explore how strategy is mostly about psychology and get a bit philosophical at times. Here is a link to the YouTube video Scott mentions that everyone should watch! Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them out for all of your home golf simulator n...

In part one of our interview with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we discuss his approach to tee-shot strategy. Some topics include: Learning to embrace driver Why safety clubs might not be that safe How dispersion factors into decision making Why shaping it both directions off can be a mistake Avoiding the big trouble Here is a link to Scott's YouTube video on driving strategy that everyone...

Jon and Adam unwind some of the key concepts from the Dylan Frittelli interview. Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we talked with PGA Tour Player Dylan Frittelli. We were interested in getting the perspective of a tour player on many of the topics we cover on the Sweet Spot, such as speed training, equipment changes, swing thoughts, in-round adjustments, and several other topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're excited to kick off our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss putting and wedge play around the greens. Lou shares some of his most interesting stats from pro golf and the amateur game that will get you thinking differently about reasonable expectations in your short game. Also, you'll learn more about the proper strategy and ideas on how to pr...

Every golfer wants to know how to reach the next scoring level in their games. In this episode, we discuss scoring milestones in the following context: What skills are required to reach various scoring levels (breaking 100, 90, 80, etc.) How to use statistics to reach your goals Becoming more comfortable on the golf course Why it's more about limiting mistakes than hitting miraculous shots Should...

We're excited to start our equipment education series with one of the top clubfitters in the industry - Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf (www.petesgolf.com). In this episode, we discuss everything that goes into a driver fitting. Clubhead specs: Center of gravity, Moment of Inertia, Loft, Adjustability Shaft: Length, Weight, Profile, Aftermarket vs. Stock If you're interested in learning more about d...

In the second part of our pre-shot routine series, we discuss the execution and post-shot analysis phase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A consistent pre-shot routine can help increase your performance on the course. This episode discusses the overall benefits of a routine, what to avoid, and the first two components - pre-shot analysis and preparation. This is part one of a two-part series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recovery shots don't sound like fun, but the decisions golfers make can greatly influence their scores. In this episode, we discuss how to choose the right strategy and advise how to play different shots in the trees and out of fairway bunkers. Bogey is your friend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Adam and Jon take a deep dive into the rough. Learn how your ball flight changes with various lies, how to adjust your technique, and make smarter strategic decisions. This one will save you strokes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Broadie joins us in this episode to explain how strokes gained analysis can help golfers lower their scores. We discuss his key findings on tee shots, approach shots, wedge play, and putting. You don't want to miss this episode! Understanding the truth about scoring and how golfers separate themselves from one another is a cornerstone of improving. Mark's book Every Shot Counts is a must-read...