Wicked Smart Golf

Imagine moving across the country with one goal - to become a scratch golfer! Would you do it? Today I got a chance to interview Jerome Rufin who is just starting the game and did just that. He's so obsessed that he left his life in NYC and moved to San Diego with one goal - become a scratch golfer. But here's the kicker... he's only played golf for about a month. However, he's not trying to learn...

Your pre-shot routine (or lack thereof) is costing you strokes every single round. A good routine is your bridge from the range to the course. As Dr. Bob Rotella said, "Your routine is your wingman on the golf course." To play your best you need a routine... but you need to time it right with the correct rituals to make it effective. In this episode you'll learn: The timing of a great routine. How...

Stop skipping the putting green before the round. Use this simple 10-minute putting routine every round to make more putts and have confidence over the ball.  WICKED SMART GOLF RESOURCES  Work with Michael for Mental Golf Coaching   10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method .  Take your practice to the next level with my FREE mini-course: Practice Like a Pro .  Master your p...

If you're like most golfers you've probably gotten too much in your head with endless mechanical swing thoughts during the round. Thinking things like: Push off the ground. Take it back more outside. Accelerate on the downswing. Make sure to hinge your wrists. Or whatever swing issue you're currently facing. That's golf - we tend to get overly technical but let me ask... has it ever helped your ga...

The Masters tournament is sadly over but there is a LOT to take away to help your game. In today's episode we'll break down a few of the biggest lessons from the first major of the year to help your game. When you listen to this new episode you will learn: How to play faster (and score lower). Why golf is so much more than a perfect golf swing. The one equipment switch that can help you drive like...

Don't let a bad shot or bad hole get you down... the Golf Gods don't care about your whining! Instead, use these shots or holes as fuel to bounce back like Jon Rahm did on day one of the masters. Despite an ugly 4-putt double bogey he went on to shoot 65 & is tied for the lead.  WICKED SMART GOLF PRACTICE RESOURCES 10X your confidence on the greens with the Look and Shoot Method .  Take your pract...

This guest podcast with Abe Candelaria is a game-changer!  Abe didn't pick up a golf club until he was 24 years old after moving on from baseball. Within three months he was competing in his first tournament (talk about trial by fire). Now, he's a top-rated Arizona amateur golfer, +3 handicap, and won the San Diego amateur in 2021 at Torrey Pines. When you listen to today's episode you will learn:...

It's the best week of the year - MASTERS week! If you're like me, it's time to barely work this week and instead, watch a TON of golf. Will a LIV golfer or PGA player win? Will there be drama? Will Tiger win again? It's going to be epic! But instead of mindlessly watching the best guys on the best course, learn from them! There's a ton you can learn from watching the best players in the world and...

Learn this simple putting tip from Phil Mickelson to never miss from short range again.  Here's the video I referenced in the podcast that will transform your long game.  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to mas...

Your equipment can make golf a lot harder... or, a lot easier. It's such an important topic that I dedicated an entire chapter of my book to stress the importance of playing the right clubs. Your clubheads, shafts, and even grips play a big role in helping you shoot your lowest scores (without swing changes).  After getting fit for a new PXG hybrid I had to bring on my friend and fitter Camden Nie...

Wow - episode #100! First off - thank you for the support, it means a ton.  In 13 months, I've done tons of solo episodes, brought on amazing guests, and hopefully helped you become a wicked smart golfer.  Today I wanted to mix it up and share more about my story, why I left corporate America, and hopefully provide you some extra motivation to crush your life and golf goals in 2023.  In this episo...

In today's "five minute Friday" learn how to avoid big numbers and save shots every round with this one question.  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (...

Breaking 90 is a great goal and this episode will teach you how to do it CONSISTENTLY... without any changes to your swing. Because here's the thing, whether you're a 14 handicap or a scratch golfer (or a pro) your swing is always a work in progress. It's constantly testing and tinkering to figure out how to build a more consistent swing. But the good news is that you CAN break 90 consistently wit...

After just finishing a 4-day Arizona golf event I had to share a few mental game tips. Because if you've ever played in tournament golf, you know it's a grind... especially four days worth of golf. In today's episode you will learn: Why you should sign up for a tournament The mindset you need every time you tee it up What question to ask yourself after a bad tee shot  Why you need a "7-shot" rule...

Learn the perfect timing of a pre-shot routine to help you hit more fairways, greens, and drain more putts. This simple tip might just change the way you play golf forever.  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice  

Bryce Cope is a Virginia Beach based coach with more than 20 years of golf experience. In 2021, he started sharing his teaching on social media and within 18 months has more than 100,000 followers on both TikTok and Instagram. I reached out to Bryce in January as I was going through a slump and he helped me fix my game FAST. In this episode we'll discuss: The most memorable ace of his life  How to...

A Golf Monthly article titled "10 Mind Blowing Amateur Golf Stats" is about to blow your mind! Arccos Golf tracked 540 million shots over 11.5 million rounds using their patented Smart Sensors.   The data is shocking and help you reset expectations to start playing better golf. In this episode I'll review some of the biggest findings and help you shoot lower scores with better course management. ...

In this edition of 5-minute Friday learn why you should leave 3-wood in the bag more often. And how a fairway finder can change your golf game!  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn...

John Weir is one of the top names in the mental golf world and has real-world experience as a caddy on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tour.  He is the creator of the Mental Golf Type® program, the author of Golfer's Guide to Mental Fitness, and received top awards as a certified hypnotherapist.  When you listen to this full interview you will receive a free masterclass on the mind and take your mental gam...

Your driver can make or break your game. Think about it, you probably hit it 12-14 times per round!  Needless to say, if you don't LOVE your driver you're making golf 10X harder. In this episode I discuss the five factors when selecting a new driver (or adjusting your current one). With all the new clubs from Callaway, TaylorMade, Cobra, and more out, it might be time to upgrade your game. In this...

Learn a few easy mental game hacks to save shots on the green so you can shoot lower scores every single round.  Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental Golf Type (MG...

The Tour Aim training aid will transform the way you play golf. After being a golf writer for 5+ years I can say that not all training aids are created equal. Some are a HUGE waste of money and won't help you shoot lower scores.  But one device I can't recommend enough is the Tour Aim - this device will help your aim and alignment for full shots, chipping, and putting. Plus, it's small, easy to ca...

Wow - one year ago I started this podcast and can't believe the journey. First off I want to say thank you SO much for supporting this brand. When I published my book (Wicked Smart Golf) and launched the podcast I had no idea what to expect. But 365 days later it's been great to help and connect with golfers around the world. But what is Wicked Smart Golf anyway? It's a 5-pillar approach to playin...

Use this simple front pin strategy to stop short siding yourself, give yourself more looks at birdie, and shoot lower scores. Here's how Wicked Smart Golf can help you: Learn how to practice like a Pro (FREE Video Series): https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/practice   Pre-Shot Like a Pro (Video Series) https://www.wickedsmartgolf.com/routine   Ready to master the mental game? Learn more about Mental...

Are you ready to hit bombs without an endless amount of working out or speed training? Then you're going to love this interview with Tim Markison, the creator of Athalonz golf shoes. Here is quick bio about Tim, "Tim Markison is the country's leading patent business technologist having generated billions of dollars' worth of patented inventions.  Tim is the only person in the country to be an inve...