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Jan. 3, 2025

Aimpoint Putting from an Instructor’s Perspective with John Graham

GSfMO#375 March 19, 2013 Aimpoint Putting returns with John Graham who teaches this method around the world. He loves this method because every putt can be proven. Our Short Game Academy answers a question about whether we should flatten the …

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Dec. 31, 2024

EGOS: The Expert Green Reading Operating System that’s Based in Math …

#980 Summary In this episode Andrew Walters, a professional engineer & surveyer digs into the intricacies of putting and green reading. The discussion focuses on the importance of understanding the science behind putting, debunk common myths, and...

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Dec. 27, 2024

Turn Doubt Into An Asset with Cary Valentine

GS#372fMO February 26, 2013 Author Cary Valentine has suffered through what many golfers regularly experience -- “I SUCK!” As we discuss his book, “In Love Forever” he translates his theories on how to improve your game and attitude by putting …

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Dec. 24, 2024

Balancing practice and play is essential for improvement with Steve S…

#979 Launching Our 20th Year! Summary Our guest is PGA professional, broadcaster, author, speaker, Steve Scott talking about his journey in the golf world, his experiences playing against Tiger Woods, and his transition into golf media. Scott shares...

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Dec. 20, 2024

Where The Pros Go to Practice & Play Fast: The Palms Golf Club

GS#371 February 19, 2013 - Playing time at The Palms in La Quinta average 3:15! GM JD Ebersberger discusses increasing pace of play. Terry Koehler of SCOR Golf answers questions on setting short game goals. Let's play golf together next …

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Dec. 17, 2024

Commit To Being A Great Playing Partner featuring Karl Morris

#978 Summary Karl Morris returns to delve into the mental aspects of golf, discussing the importance of perception, acceptance, and intention in improving performance. We explore how the game can be a sanctuary for reflection and mindfulness,...

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Dec. 13, 2024

Difficult Shots We Never Practice - Pt2 with Ken Doherty, PGA

GSfMO #370 February 8, 2013. Ken Doherty returns to discuss specific shots that regularly come up during a round, yet we never take time to practice. Let's play golf together next Spring! Our next Golf Smarter Adventure will be on …

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Dec. 10, 2024

Unlocking The Secret To Finding Your Perfect Golf Coach with Anthony …

#977 Summary Our guest this week is Anthony McCarthy, a golf coach based in Spain, about the importance of finding the right coach, and the need for personalized instruction. We discuss the relationship between coaches and players, the challenges of...

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Dec. 6, 2024

Shots Every Golfer Needs But Doesn’t Know It with Ken Doherty, PGA

GS #369 February 8, 2013 Ken Doherty, Head Golf Professional at the Marin Country Club discusses a variety of shots that we encounter every round but never practice. Our Scor Zone Short Game Academy answers a question about which wedge …

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Dec. 3, 2024

The Welcome Mat To Golf for Beginners: Operation 36! with Founder Rya…

#976 Summary Our guest is Ryan Dailey, PGA, who discusses the innovative junior golf program, Operation 36, which he co-founded to engage beginning golfers, no matter their age. The conversation covers the program's evolution, its adaptation during...

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Nov. 29, 2024

How The Aimpoint Putting System Works - Pt2 with Creator Mark Sweeney

GSfMO #368 January29, 2013 Mark Sweeney returns for a part 2 episode on how Aimpoint Putting System can turn us into great flatstick players. According to the Aimpoint curriculum, there are 3 simple factors that determine what a putt is …

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Nov. 26, 2024

Playing your best golf after turning 50, 60 or even 70! with Josh Ley…

#975 Summary Our guest is Josh Leyes from Par4Success talking about the importance of fitness for golfers, particularly those over 50. We discuss how aging affects golf performance, the significance of rotary mobility, and the foundational aspects of...

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Nov. 22, 2024

Our Introduction to Aimpoint Putting System with Creator Mark Sweeney

GS#367 January 22, 2013 Mark Sweeney of Aimpoint Putting System tells how he developed a formula to predict the exact path of any putt. In Part2, he explains the system and how to find an instructor. Our Scor Zone Short …

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Nov. 19, 2024

Mornings With Madden: OUR Radio Lives with an American Legend featuri…

GS#974 Summary In this engaging conversation between two friends, Stan Bunger joins Fred to reflect on their shared experiences with the legendary John Madden. Bunger discusses his new book,...

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Nov. 15, 2024

What It Takes to Compete On The PGA Tour - Pt2 with Matt Every

GSfMO #362 December 15, 2012 PGA Tour Pro Matt Every returns for pt 2 in this Members Only episode for the entire GOLF SMARTER community courtesy of Alpha Brain by Onnit Labs. Matt's increased his winnings 4x over last year …

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Nov. 12, 2024

Cave Man Golf: See Ball. See Target. Hit Ball! Road2TheTourSummit wit…

Summary Bo Watson joins us to discuss the evolving landscape of golf media, particularly the rise of influencers on platforms like YouTube. We explore the impact of these changes on traditional golf training and the importance of mental strategies in...

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Nov. 8, 2024

PGA Tour Pro Matt Every: Playing With The Big Dogs

GS# 361 December 7, 2012 PGA Tour Pro Matt Every joins us to discuss life on the Tour, growing up as a star golfer in High School, and earning the 2006 Ben Hogan Award for best amateur in the nation. …

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Nov. 5, 2024

Is The PGA Tour Doomed? Controversial Insights from a Golf Agent Mac …

972: Summary We're joined by golf agent Mac Barnhardt sharing his insights, sometime controversial, about the unique role of golf agents, the challenges faced by professional golfers, and the impact of sponsorships and endorsements. We discuss the...

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Nov. 1, 2024

Dealing With, and Overcoming Golf Injuries with Bob Forman

GSfMO#360 December 4, 2012 Lower back, mid back, hamstrings, knees, elbows, wrists. All common areas for golf pain. Exercise Physiologist Bob Forman returns to identify what specifically is hurting you and how to deal with them by prescribing...

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Oct. 29, 2024

Get More Out Of Your Game In Just 10 Minutes A Day with Golf Fitness …

971: Summary This conversation features golf fitness expert and author Joey 'D' Diovisalvi on the critical role of the body in golf performance. Joey explores how golfers can improve their game through better understanding of their physical...

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Oct. 25, 2024

Your Posture Could Be The Key to Fixing Your Game with Bob Forman

GS#359 Exercise Physiologist Bob Forman warns about golf magazines' promises to increase your distance. Fix your posture at address or lose distance and invite back pain. Our SCOR Zone Short Game Academy helps you decide which club to use between …

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Oct. 22, 2024

It's Time We Learn How To Appreciate Our Good Misses with Joel Suggs

970: Summary This week we meet Joel Suggs, PGA Master Professional, who explains the role of master professionals, the intricacies of golf instruction, focusing on his concept of the "Scoring PGA" personal bell curve that every golfer experiences. We...

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Oct. 18, 2024

More ScoreZone Short Game Academy with the Wedge Guy

GS#358fMO November 20, 2012 GSfMO#358 Terry "The Wedge Guy" Koehler, CEO of SCOR Golf joins us for 40 minutes to answer more questions submitted to SCOR Zone Short Game Academy. We've received so many great questions about improving our short …

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Oct. 15, 2024

Lack of Awareness Leads to Increased Tension, Which Leads to Poor Res…

969: Summary Jayne Storey returns to discuss her latest book, 'The Athlete's Ascent', which explores the relationship between deep practice and high performance across various sports. She emphasizes the importance of self-awareness, the impact of...

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