Best Drive The Green Golf Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 334 – Take Another Bow 1:03:20

8h ago1:03:20

1:03:20

This week, Hideki Matsuyama holds on for dear life as he squeaks out a win at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Plus, Brooksy makes it five on the LIV, MattyB is dying, picks for the BMW Championship. The post Episode 334 – Take Another Bow appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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SMS - Amateur Driver Distance When Missing the Center 13:44

3h ago13:44

13:44

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. Golf's statistical revolution has made it clear: distance matters. And because distance matters, speed matters. But what happens when you bring the speed, but miss the center of the driver face? In this episode, Lou asks Greg and Mark about the drop-off in distance for o…

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A Graduate Level Dissertation on Reading the Greens with Geoff Mangum 49:07

2h ago49:07

49:07

GS #350fMO September 25, 2012 Geoff Mangum explains what a Stimpmeter is, what it does, how it affects you, and more. Classic Geoff Mangum…opinionated, articulate, entertaining, and one of the best putting instructors in the world. Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introducing a new upcoming episode and receive a choice from these 3 great gifts, …

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Learning from Tour Player Swings, Part 8 (Center of Mass to Hand Distance) 18:32

1h ago18:32

18:32

Mark, Lou, and Greg continue to take measured data from Tour (and, in this case, also amateur) swings and see what it tells us for making real improvement in our games. In this episode, Mark pulls up data on the distance between the golfer's center of mass and the edge of his hand, both at address and at the top of the backswing. Because these can …

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Putting: Everything You Know is WRONG! with PuttingZone's Founder Geoff Mangum 1:13:58

25m ago1:13:58

1:13:58

GS961: Summary After too long of a break, Geoff Mangum, renowned putting instructor, returns to challenge what we know and then tell us that we're wrong! Always thought provoking and always controversial, Geoff discusses the changes in the putting world and the importance of skill development in putting. He also delves into the science behind putti…

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Takeaways from a Lesson with Sean Foley 24:30

5d ago24:30

24:30

Recently, Mark had a lesson with Sean Foley, famed for his work with a number of elite Tour pros. In this episode, he recaps that lesson with Greg and Lou, talking about Sean's approach to coaching, the way he integrates technology and a concern for the whole body, how Mark approaches making swing changes for his own game, and (maybe) what Mark mig…

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SMS - 10 Index, Scoring Average Hitting Fairways and Greens 11:53

19m ago11:53

11:53

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. Today's episode will make you think. Take a 10-index golfer: what will he score in rounds where he hits 13 fairways? What about in rounds in which he hits 9 greens in regulation? Lou puts this question to Lou and Greg, and after settling the winner, the discussion turns …

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Learning to read Practice greens gives you a HUGE advantage with Geoff Mangum 44:17

1h ago44:17

44:17

GS #349 September 19, 2012 PuttingZone.com guru Geoff Mangum goes into explicit detail on how to read the practice greens so that you can have a putting advantage on each round. Terry Koehler, The Wedge Guy, returns for our ScorZone Short Game Academy. He gives a clear explanation on "Bounce" as asked by GOLF SMARTER listener Randy Starbuck. Become…

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Sportsbox AI: Mark's Hip Turn 16:03

1h ago16:03

16:03

In this episode, the guys continue to see what they can learn about the golf swing using motion tracking analysis. Here, Mark asks Greg and Lou how much the hip should turn in the swing (using Tour players as a benchmark) and compares that number to his own measurement. A key idea in this episode: because our bodies are connected and our swing is o…

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Debunking the Myths on the Role of Your Wrists During the Swing with Kelvin Kelley 52:46

1h ago52:46

52:46

960: Summary Kelvin Kelley returns to discuss the frustrations with online golf instruction and debunk common myths in the game. Kelvin emphasizes the importance of individualized instruction and the role of the body in the golf swing. Kelvin and Fred also discuss various aspects of the golf swing, including the concept of a turn in the golf swing …

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Episode 333 – Au Naturel 1:05:29

9h ago1:05:29

1:05:29

This week, Aaron Rai takes advantage of a Greyserman stumble and takes home the Wyndham Championship. Plus, Knoop’s sleeping habits, Lydia Ko in the Hall of Fame at 27 and much more. The post Episode 333 – Au Naturel appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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Sportsbox AI: Lou's Hand Lift 17:34

1d ago17:34

17:34

New technology keeps making information that was once exclusive to expensive equipment available to the avid regular golfer. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg look at information about Lou's swing captured by Sportsbox AI, which takes video of a golf swing and translates it to measured data comparable to motion capture technology. The data: how …

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SMS - Gaining Distance and Scoring 13:59

3d ago13:59

13:59

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. Modern golf instruction emphasizes distance; the old "drive for show" slogan has been thoroughly debunked. But does that translate to recreational golfers, or is that just for Tour players? In this episode, Lou quizzes Mark and Greg about the effects that gaining 10 yard…

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Golf Comedy Night with The Hacks! featuring Paul Myerhaug 38:48

4d ago38:48

38:48

GS348fMO #348 September 11, 2012 Paul Myerhaug, award winning stand-up comic has created The Hacks, a 4some of golfing comics performing at a golf club near you. Host Fred Greene actually read about them in a bathroom stall. Not exactly potty humor, just funnier. Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introducing a new upcoming episode and receive a c…

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2024 Senior Open Championship Recap 23:33

15d ago23:33

23:33

Go Greggie, Go Greggie! In this episode, Greg joins Mark and Lou to recap the 2024 Senior Open Championship, in which Greg finished T17. They discuss Dougie's tenuous hold on Greg's bag (ahem), the joy of having friends and family at a tournament, and Greg's challenge at adapting to Carnoustie's green speeds. If you want to get better at dialing in…

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Episode 332 – Have Fun 1:13:45

6d ago1:13:45

1:13:45

This week, Scottie Scheffler is golden as he hunts down the field at the Olympic games in Paris. Plus, Brandel puts the LIV on blast yet again, Trump being Trump, Bryson making more social media waves and we make picks for the Wyndham. The post Episode 332 – Have Fun appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.…

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Red Rooster Golf Gloves Continues to Raise the Bar and Turn Heads 50:08

8d ago50:08

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959: Summary This week features Kerry Moher, co-founder of RedRooster Golf, a direct-to-consumer golf glove company. They've received positive reviews and awards from publications like MyGolfSpy and Score Golf. They've also experienced significant growth since we first met them during their Kickstarter launch. The company offers a subscription serv…

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Do Golf Shoes Matter? 23:37

8d ago23:37

23:37

Is it the shoes? In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk golf shoes and the ways that our footwear can influence how we play. From a discussion of metal spikes, to hightops, to shoe fit, to "traditional" versus more modern sporty shoes, it's a wide-ranging discussion of a piece of equipment that probably doesn't get the attention it deserves. Whe…

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SMS - Scoring Average, Easiest Hole on the Course, Scratch and 20 12:12

10d ago12:12

12:12

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. This week, a chastened and humbled Mark returns with Greg to guess how well scratch and 20-index players play the hole on the course that is officially the easiest. Lou Each of these will be a mini-episode (10-15 minutes long) about an interesting golf stat. We will disc…

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Increased Focus through Hydration and Short Game Academy 51:19

11d ago51:19

51:19

GS#347 July 21, 2012 Exercise physiologist Bob Forman talks about the importance of exercise and hydration to playing better golf. Our Short Game Academy kicks off with John asking Terry Koehler about shots from inside 60 yards. Paul wants advice on hitting from different types of sand. Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introducing a new upcoming…

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Learning from Tour Player Swings, Part 7 (Left Knee Turn) 17:52

21d ago17:52

17:52

In today's episode, Mark again is analyzing motion capture data from elite players—this episode features Rory McIlroy. In this episode, Mark asks Greg and Lou about Rory's left knee movement at address through impact. A little spoiler: his knee does turn quite a bit toward target at impact: but the way that he gets there might not be what you think…

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LAB Golf DF3 Broomstick Putter Tutorial & Factory Tour with CEO Sam Hahn 50:07

14d ago50:07

50:07

958 Sam Hahn, CEO of L.A.B. Golf, the hottest putter company in the industry, joins us again, but this time we're live at his factory in Creswell, OR. The first part of the episode Sam gives Fred a tutorial on his new DF3 Broomstick putter. In part2 Sam takes Fred and Junior golfer Xeve Perez on a tour of the ever expanding putter fact…

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Episode 331 – Vegas Cashes in Minny 1:07:38

14d ago1:07:38

1:07:38

This week, Jhonattan Vegas wins the 3M, Bronel skips the pod, MattyB has a rollercoaster week and Harv does Halifax. The post Episode 331 – Vegas Cashes in Minny appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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Do Worn Out Wedges Matter? 24:18

16d ago24:18

24:18

We all love new golf gear. But in the hierarchy of sparkly new golf clubs, drivers are likely at the top, followed by iron sets and putters. What about your wedges? Could a new set of wedges make a real difference in your scoring? In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk about the performance changes of worn out wedges, and the ways in which—not j…

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SMS - Putting Make Rate From 8', Scratch and 20 Index 15:19

18d ago15:19

15:19

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. Is this the best Saturday Stat ever? Probably. Today, Lou asks Mark and Greg about the putting make rate from 8 feet. Many golf statheads know that this is the break even point for Tour pros: they make 50% of these. But what about scratch players? And what about 20 index…

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The Secret of Scoring from Our Short Game Academy with Terry "The Wedge Guy" Koehler 57:09

26d ago57:09

57:09

GSfMO#346 July 14, 2012 Terry Koehler, our resident Short Game Academy expert talks about the importance of a sound fundamental technique that includes balance, grip, pulling the club and more. He says that you should be proud if someone says you swing like a girl. LPGA players are scoring machines and he thinks that we should all strive to mimic t…

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Learning from Tour Player Swings, Part 6 (Hip Turn) 19:09

20d ago19:09

19:09

In today's episode, Mark again is analyzing motion capture data from elite players—this episode features Brooks Koepka. Today, Mark quizzes Lou and Greg (who, as always, loves making random guesses) about Koepka's hip turn in his swing. In the discussion that follows, the guys talk about the massive effects that hip turn can have on your swing—incl…

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The Power and Future of Storytelling in Golf Media with Matt Ginella 54:40

30d ago54:40

54:40

#957: Summary Writer and producer, Matt Ginella returns to discuss various topics in the golf world, including their visits to L.A.B. Golf, the success of the company, and their personal experiences with L.A.B. putters. They also touch on Bryson DeChambeau's evolution as a golfer and his impact on the game, as well as the role of storytelling in go…

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Episode 330 – Making Daddy Proud 1:18:10

27d ago1:18:10

1:18:10

This week, we recap Stephen Schauffele’s son, Xander’s big win at Royal Troon. We chat about the course, the weather, Tiger and more. Plus, Nick Dunlap wins the Barracuda and the picks segment is ultra tight. The post Episode 330 – Making Daddy Proud appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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Senior Open Championship Preview 25:15

23d ago25:15

25:15

Greg Champions Tour major schedule takes him to the other side of the Atlantic, where he's headed to Carnoustie to play the Senior Open Championship. In this episode, he joins Lou and Mark to talk about the upcoming major, including his thoughts on the course and his history playing there, his preparation, and also his take on Rolexes and haggis. W…

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SMS - 10 Index, SG:Putting when Good and Poor Iron Play 19:50

25d ago19:50

19:50

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. We know that the traditional putts per round stat is very dependent on approach play: in general, the better your approach play, the more putts you are likely to have. But what about Strokes Gained:Putting? In this episode, Lou asks Greg and Mark what happens to a 10-ind…

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Short Game Technology Finally Enters the 21st Century with Terry Koehler 35:47

28d ago35:47

35:47

GS#345 July 7, 2012 Terry Koehler, CEO of SCOR Golf shares his frustration over the classic design of “scoring clubs”, those critical clubs for under 150 yards, and how there’s been no technology advancement in nearly 100 years. Apparently the introduction of his line of SCOR4161 wedges are receiving the attention they deserve because the improveme…

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Learning from Tour Player Swings, Part 5 (Turn) 24:09

27d ago24:09

24:09

In today's episode, Mark again is analyzing motion capture data from elite players—this time, Jon Rahm. Jon is famous for having a relatively "short" backswing, even with driver. The question today for Lou and Greg: how much does Rahm turn his upper body? And as always, the discussion turns from Rahm's swing to how we can learn how to improve our o…

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Bad Results On The Course Can Also Be The Result of Poor Food Choices 46:29

1M ago46:29

46:29

956: Summary Brinson Paolini, founder of Sharp Focus Golf returns to discuss the evolution of Sharp Focus Nutrition and the launch of Sharp Focus Golf, a website that offers golf instruction from various contributors. The conversation touches on the importance of personalized instruction and the need for golfers to find what works best for them. Br…

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Episode 329 – Pass The Haggis 1:07:06

1M ago1:07:06

1:07:06

This week, Bobby Mac gets it done on home soil at the Genesis Scottish Open and Harry Hall comes up clutch in a playoff at the ISCO. Plus Knoop recaps the Sask Am, MattyB has an eventful night at the casino and no Harv again this week. The post Episode 329 – Pass The Haggis appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.…

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Lou's Visit to the Titleist Performance Institute 33:22

30d ago33:22

33:22

In today's episode, Lou joins Mark and Greg to talk about his recent visit to a golf Mecca: the Titleist Performance Institute. There, Lou experienced a body screening that measured his mobility and strength, got fitted for some of Titleist's newest products, and saw some of their future plans. Listen in and learn how TPI (and there are TPI-certifi…

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SMS - Approach Shots Coming Up Way Short 12:08

1M ago12:08

12:08

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. The topic today: megaduffs. How often do you hit your approach shot and come up short 30% or more of your distance to the target? In today's episode, Lou, Mark, and Greg talk about that number for both scratch and 20-index golfers, and the answer might surprise you. The …

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Popping Up Your Tee Shots? Tee It Up Higher! featuring Frank O'Connell 37:53

1M ago37:53

37:53

GSfMO#344 July 31, 2012 Frank O'Connell discusses the importance of setup, posture and alignment in correcting inconsistent ball flight. Frank stars in a GolfSmarterTV video that focuses on how to hit straighter drives. Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introducing a new upcoming episode and receive a choice from these 3 great gifts, including: •…

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Learning from Tour Player Swings, Part 4 (Sway) 22:53

1M ago22:53

22:53

In today's episode, Mark compares motion capture data from two elite players—this time, Jon Rahm and Rickie Fowler. The point of comparison: how much do they move their center away from or toward the target at different points in the swing. Lou and Greg make their best guesses, but then the discussion turns to how "sway" in the swing affects other …

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Insights and Advice for Greater Distance & Control Off The Tee 57:36

1M ago57:36

57:36

955: Jim Waldron of BalancePointGolf.com discusses various topics including hitting the driver longer, all the buzz about the mini driver, tips on setup adjustments, such as widening the stance and tilting the shoulders, to improve distance and control. Waldron emphasizes the importance of a full turn in the swing and proper synchronization of the …

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Episode 328 – Swift Joins The PLYR Cup Circuit 1:19:34

2M ago1:19:34

1:19:34

This week, we recap the Inaugural PLYR Cup Elmwood in Swift Current. Plus, MattyB wins the Warrior Tourney, Davis Thompson wins the John Deere and we cant figure out golf odds. The post Episode 328 – Swift Joins The PLYR Cup Circuit appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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Putts Per Round and Other Traditional Stats 27:38

1M ago27:38

27:38

You want to get better at golf, so you start tracking some stats in your game in addition to score alone. Are those stats going to give you useful information that you can use to shape your practice plan? In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg talk about traditional golf stats like putts per round or fairways per round, and the ways that those number…

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SMS - Scratch Players, Scoring Average, Easy vs Hard Courses 18:54

2M ago18:54

18:54

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. The course rating system for handicap purposes is a mystery to many golfers, even some avid ones. What happens to the scoring of a scratch golfer when he plays a course that, by rating, is relatively versus a round on a course with a much higher rating? In this episode, …

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More Mental Keys to Improve Your Golf (pt2) with Michael Anthony 44:59

2M ago44:59

44:59

GSfMO#342 July 17, 2012 Michael Anthony, mental coach for average golfers and Olympic athletes returns in this Members Only episode for part 2 of his keys to help you make pressure shots, eliminate fears, make more putts, shrug off bad shots and increase your confidence. Find more at https://MentalKeys.com Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introd…

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US Senior Open Recap 30:05

2M ago30:05

30:05

Greg Chalmers just completed his second major on the Champions Tour: the US Senior Open! In this episode, he, Mark, and Lou talk through his week at Newport Country Club. He talks about the course and club, the challenges of the late/early tee times that week, the one hole that gave him fits, and the impact his finish has on his season and his Cham…

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Improve Your Performance with Helpful Data & Metrics Provided by ShotScope 46:15

1M ago46:15

46:15

954: Gavin Dear of ShotScope returns to talk about their latest golf GPS watch and rangefinder. Gavin shares the features of the V5 watch and the Pro LX rangefinder, as well as the software that allows golfers to track their game and improve their performance. They also talk about the importance of data in golf and how ShotScope provides insights a…

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Episode 327 – Grace, As Well 1:08:13

2M ago1:08:13

1:08:13

This week, its a classic case of did Cam Davis win or Akshay Bhatia lose at the Rocket Mortgage Classic. Plus, we cant figure out grip terminology, news is a mess, Tragically Hip, and picks for the John Deere. The post Episode 327 – Grace, As Well appeared first on Drive The Green Golf.By Drive The Green Golf Podcast

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Are Golfers Peaking Earlier? 32:12

2M ago32:12

32:12

This past week, Miles Russell played in a PGA Tour event at age 15. Although he didn't make the cut, he did shoot even par for two rounds and beat dozens of established professionals. Earlier this season, Nick Dunlap won a PGA Tour event as a amateur, the first time that had happened in over two decades. In this episode of the podcast, Mark, Lou, a…

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SMS - Greenside Bunkers vs Rough, 10 yards, Scratch and 20 Index 12:29

2M ago12:29

12:29

Welcome to the "Saturday Morning Golf Stat" from the Hack it Out Golf Podcast. Greenside bunkers—higher handicappers often dread them, while better players sometimes favor them over being next to the green in the rough. What do the stats say? How much is of a penalty is a bunker over the rough for a scratch player? And for a 20-index? The answers m…

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The Mental Keys to Improve Your Golf with Michael Anthony 33:36

2M ago33:36

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GS#341 July 10, 2012 Whether you are trying to break 100, are on the Tour, or somewhere in between, Michael Anthony, mental coach for average golfers and Olympic athletes has keys to help you make pressure shots, eliminate fears, make more putts, shrug off bad shots and increase your confidence. In the first of 2 conversations with Michael he share…

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