Golf Smarter Mulligans

PGA Instructor Mike Austin drove over 500 yards in his 60s! Jaacob Bowden lowered his handicap from 14-scratch with Austin's method, now he's teaching it. Originally, this was Members Only episode #336, published in JUNE 2012, so it's the first time it's being shared publicly for free!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

242: Aubrey McCormick a contestant on Golf Channel's Big Break Atlantis joins us to discuss what it took to get on the show for a third time, the level of anxiety that is part of the competition, and why she chose to play Dixon Golf balls on the show. Golf Channel's Big Break was a reality competition show that ran from 2003-2015.This conversation was originally published on May 25, 2012 as Golf Smarter episode #335This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

241: Mike Pedersen trained to compete for the Olympics Decathlon and is now focused on golf swing biomechanics, hitting the ball more efficiently, longer drives, and pain free golf. We get into detail on how to properly rotate your hands through impact. Originally, this was Members Only episode #334, published in May 2012, so it's the first time it's being shared publicly for free!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

240: Have you ever noticed the direction of your divot? Are you getting a divot? You may not be a pro, but you can strike like one and be amazed at the results. Martin Chuck returns to update us on Tour Striker, talk about hitting down on the ball and answer a listener's question. This conversation was originally published on May 15, 2012 as Golf Smarter episode #333This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

239: This week we continue our conversation with Dr. Joseph Parent, author of the celebrated Zen Golf. Our conversation focuses on short game and anger management. For more visit http://zengolf.com. Originally, this was Members Only episode #332, published in May 2012, so it's the first time it's being shared publicly for free!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Dr. Joseph Parent, author of Zen Golf returns to discuss the book's P.A.R. approach and celebrate his incredibly popular mental game book's 10th anniversary. Dr. Joe is a regular on GOLF SMARTER because of his advice and insights on how to be a better golfer by getting out of your own way. Originally episode 331 from Golf Smarter published May 1, 2012.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

This week we feature an hourlong in-depth Part 2 conversation with PGA Teacher of the Year, Jim Hardy. His simple +/- checklist outlined in his new book, Solid Contact, helps all players self-diagnose and correct the swings and misses. This was originally a Members Only episode, published in April 2012. This is the first time it's been shared publicly for free. Find Jim's four books, including the one we discuss in this episode "Solid Contact" on Amazon.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Legendary PGA Teacher of the Year Jim Hardy, father of the 1-plane, 2-plane concept discusses his impressive list of PGA, Nationwide, and Champions Tour students. This is #1 of 2 episodes. His book Solid Contact is available on Amazon.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Course Architect Jeffrey Brauer talks about contributing factors that influence the design of a golf course, including theme, landscapes, owner/developers needs and player strategy. The NFL themed golf course, Cowboys Golf Club in Dallas is featured. Originally episode 327 from Golf Smarter published April 3, 2012This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

In part 2 of our conversation with Wall Street Journal golf columnist John Paul Newport, we go into depth about his Feb 26, 2012 weekend article “Golf's Biggest Delusions - Nine things people say about the game that aren't true -- and one that is.” This was originally a Members Only episode that has never been shared publically for free.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

John Paul Newport, weekly golf columnist for the Wall Street Journal discusses reporting on the four majors each year. Also he shares his feelings about various players he's interviewed including Tiger, Phil, Rory and others. This is part 1 of 2 originally published in March 2012.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Tripp Davis returns for part 2 on golf course design enhancing golf IQ. Tripp says, “... it's really become more about power. The game is about scoring. It's not about how you hit the ball, it's about how quickly you get the ball into the hole..”This was originally a Members Only episode, published in February 2012. This is the first time it's been shared publically for free.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Golf Course Architect Tripp Davis talks about some of his unique projects, the state of course architecture, and how the PGA Tour has affected the demands on new course construction. Part 2: How understanding course design can lower your scores.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Jeff RItter returns to discuss what you as a golf student need to understand where you are now, where you're trying to go, why you're trying to go there, and then decide if you are doing the right amount, not enough or too much to reach your goals. Originally published on February 28, 2012 as a Members Only episode, so this is really valuable information that is being released to the public for the first time.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Jeff Ritter, named Golf Digest Best Young Teacher in America, has been promoted to National Director of Instruction at the Nike Golf Schools and Junior Camps. In Part 1 of this 2 part conversation, Jeff talks about how to advance a Junior Golfer's game, self esteem, and overall approach to a full life at these camps. But if you are more in need to improve your own game, Jeff has teamed up with his college buddy, and inventor/instructor of the Tour Striker Golf Academy, Martin Chuck. These programs are designed for players of all levels, ages, and also include a Ladies' specific program. Jeff returns next week for part2, to address how most players need to take ownership of their game before they can improve. These episodes were originally published in Feb 2012.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Jim Waldron is concerned that he's being too technical when he discusses the physics of ball flight, club face angle, body rotation, and other details that are raging in the teaching community. He also let's Fred know that most students are more concerned with consistency than accuracy. Originally published on February 14, 2012 as a Members Only episode, so this is really valuable information that is being released to the public for the first time.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Jim Waldron of Balance Point Golf Schools returns to warn us that if your set up is not right, then your ball striking is doomed. He shares a story of one of his students who was absolutely convinced that he had a thorough knowledge of ball striking based on watching YouTube videos, but Jim immediately noticed that he was aiming 30 degrees to the right of the target. In the past, Jim has discussed the mind/body connection and mental game, but he wanted us to make sure that he's actually deeply committed to teaching mechanics too. This is part 1 of a two part conversation with Jim. He returns next week for a Members Only episode. Originally published in February 2012.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Chris Fry returns to provide us with off-season drills to keep our swings sharp and our putting distance toned. He also has great advice on how to avoid Back 9 blowups. All while I try to finish the interview without completely losing my voice, sorry.This was originally published as a Members Only episode in January 2012 and has never been shared to the general public.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

PGA Instructor Chris Fry goes into depth about various pitch shots around the green, the ratio of air:ground that you should calculate before your shot and how visualizing the shot before committing to the shot increases your chances for success. We also discuss what it is about Dixon Golf's eco-friendly golf balls that appeal to his game and how a golfer can select a ball that will compliment theirs.Originally published as episode 317 of Golf Smarter on January 24, 2012This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

We ponder, we pontificate, yet we can be at a loss when others ask us. Why DO we golf? Author Paul Staley has self published the answer in his book “Why We Golf”. In this Members Only episode, Paul and host Fred Greene break down chapters in his book to see if there really is an answer. Does it really matter? Not as long as we love to play!Originally published on January 17, 2012 as a Members Only episode, so it's the first time it's been released to the public.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Striking the ball properly is all about the the point of impact. It's nearly impossible to modify our swing mechanics on our own, but when you understand the club face position at contact with the ball, you will become a better ball striker. Martin Chuck, PGA, is also the inventor of the very popular Tour Striker, one of the best (based on listener feedback) and most effective training tools you can ever try. If you've ever seen the infomercial, you know the selling points. In this half hour interview with host Fred Greene, Martin discusses how most amateurs sweep, flip or pick at the ball instead of understanding how to get their hands in the correct position for quality impact. Practicing with a Tour Striker does that better than any tool I've ever tried. Martin also shatters some classic cliches we all repeat but don't understand, like “slow down your backswing”, “swing easy”, and “hit down to make it go up”. Originally published as Golf Smarter #315 on January 10, 2012This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Geoff Mangum returns for a full hour with putting lessons, drills, tips, and buying advise. Love him, hate him, or even try to understand his depth of knowledge, you've got to agree that few can provide insight and results like this. Originally published on January 2, 2012 as a Members Only episode, so it's the first time it's been released to the public.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Geoff Mangum, one of the leading putting instructors in the world introduces us to the 4 vital elements of putting: Reading. Aiming. Stroke. Touch. Part 1 of this 2 part conversation starts with effective games to use when introducing a child to golf. This episode was originally published on December 27, 2011, the start of our seventh year of Golf Smarter, but is just as valid and important to improving your putting today as it was then!This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

John Novasel, creator of Tour Tempo returns for Pt2 to break down how the short game backswing to contact ratio is actually 2:1 vs the 3:1 swing ratio of a full swing that is consistent with the greatest players of all time. This episode was originally published in December 2011 as a Members Only episode, so it's the first time it's been released to the public.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Yale University's Physics Department has confirmed what John Novasel has been preaching for years. The single most consistent element of the best golfers ever is their 3:1 ratio of backswing to downswing. This is part 1 of 2 conversations about Tour Tempo originally published in December 2011.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

WARNING: this episode may save you money! After 17yrs in golf retail, Kenny Nicholson's candid perspective is that EVERY single club is different, so if you like the way you hit someone else's club, don't buy a similar model, buy theirs! Originally published as Golf Smarter for Members Only #308 on November 22, 2011, which means this is the first time it's been released publicly.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

GSM217: Your 9 iron is a short iron, so why is it designed like a long iron? Terry Koehler, a regular on Golf Smarter and creative genius behind the V-Sole wedge design introduces his newest line of wedges that provides a level of forgiveness and confidence in your bag that can immediately impact your scores. The loft in your irons progresses in 4 degree increments, but from your pitch to lob wedge, there's a 12 degree jump which is the same jump as your 5 iron to Driver! When you're inside of 150 yards, you need to be able to attack a very small target. Originally published as Golf Smarter #307 on November 15, 2011This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

In part 2 of our conversation with Jesse Ortiz we spend nearly an hour talking about how the superlight shafts and a new set of light weight grips can give the average golfer more yardage than a new club head. Fred also wants to know about the life span of wedges, what to look for on a older wedge, and urban myths about wedges, Dave Pelz thoughts and impact on Jesse designs at Bobby Jones golf, and the global and long term impact that Jesse's Tri-Metal Fairway woods design. What about hybrids and fairway woods? How often should those be replaced? You'll be happy to hear his response and lesson. This episode, originally published on November 8, 2011 was a Members Only episode and this is the first time it's been released publicly.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

Jesse Ortiz (formerly) of Bobby Jones Golf discusses the club manufacturing industry and how his small specialty company fits into, and competes with the "big boys". Is it necessary to introduce or market new designs multiple times each year or is it just hype? We also discuss what the consumer should look for in a new club for their game.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

This is our final entry in our six part series of conversations with Dr. Glen Albaugh who passed away in early 2023, at the age of 91.This episode called “The Four Pillars of Clutch Golf” was originally published on July 7, 2020 as Golf Smarter #748.In our conversation, Dr. Glen Albaugh, who co-authored his second book with Eric Jones, PGA (Golf Smarter episode 725) of “The Clutch Golfer Formula: How to Hit the Exact Shot You Want at Precisely When You Need It”. Glen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.)“RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR” https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspxWINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1) https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk THE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2) https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

In part 5 or our six part series of conversations with Dr. Glen Albaugh we go back to Golf Smarter #559, originally published on September 27, 2016 for an episode we called “The Truth About Playing Better Golf By Using Your Imagination”. Dr Albaugh was a regular guest on Golf Smarter yet he passed away in early 2023, at the age of 91. Sharing his lessons is a small part in how we choose to honor his memory.In this conversation, we talk about how your can be your own “Coach of the Future” using your creative mind, taking practice swings with your eyes closed, post-shot awareness, and how we can be positively influenced by great writers (“When we play our best we see things in paragraphs, not sentences”). We also discuss the passing of The Legend, Arnold Palmer, who died just before our recording. The full conversation is also available on GolfSmarterTV at https://youtu.be/i4d8hdrAjTgGlen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. He was also the head coach for the University golf team for more than two decades and was a mental coach and advisor for some of the great coaches including Bill Walsh and Pete Carroll as well as many PGA and LPGA Tour Players.UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.)“RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR” https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspxWINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1) https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskTHE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2) https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

This is part 4 or our six part series of conversations with Dr. Glen Albaugh, pioneering sports psychologist, author, and professor / golf coach at the University of Pacific, who passed away in February 2023 at the age of 91.This episode titled “Pre-Shot Routine from The Mental Side” is the second part of an interview that was originally published on January 29, 2014 as a Members Only episode, so it's never been shared publicly before. Glen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. He was also the head coach for the University golf team for more than two decades. UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.)“RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR” https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspxWINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1) https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskTHE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2) https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

This is our third episode of six honoring our time with pioneering Sports Psychologist Dr. Glen Albaugh who passed away in early 2023. In this episode titled “Practice Like You Play for Better Results on the Course” is the first of a two part conversation that was originally published as Golf Smarter #420 on January 21, 2014.By establishing structure in pre, post and in-between shot routines, Glen gives golfers the ability to apply his most profound insight “the perfect swing is the one you trust”. In Winning the Battle Within – this podcast episode, the book, and his workshop/consultations – Glen features quality practice describing drills that will enhance learning and improve performance. Dr. Glen Albaugh, author of “Winning the Battle Within” passed away in Feb 2023 at the age of 91. Glen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. He was also the head coach for the University golf team for more than two decades. Two of his closest friendships were with two Super Bowl winning NFL Coaches, Pete Carroll and Bill Walsh.UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.)“RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR” https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspxWINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1) https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskTHE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2) https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

This is the second of six episodes featuring our conversations with Dr. Glen Albaugh, author of “Winning the Battle Within” who passed away in Feb 2023 at the age of 91. In this episode from November 2011, Glen discusses the best ways to utilize your practice & warm up. Takeaways include "contingency practice", "Conservative strategy; Aggressive swing". During your practice, focus on: 1. Technique, 2. Practice Like you Play, 3. Trust your swing.Glen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. He was also the head coach for the University golf team for more than two decades. Two of his closest friendships were with two Super Bowl winning NFL Coaches, Pete Carroll and Bill Walsh. UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/ First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.) “RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR” https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspx WINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1) https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk THE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2) https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3464073/advertisement

209: Legendary NFL Head Coach Bill Walsh says "One of the best books ever written on the mental approach to golf and sports performance" was "Winning the Battle Within -- The Perfect Swing is the One You Trust" by Dr. Glen Albaugh and Michael Bowker. Dr. Albaugh passed away on February 16, 2023 in Lodi, CA at the age of 91. Over the next six episodes, we are going to honor his memory by replaying his six visits to Golf Smarter. In our first meeting with Dr. Albaugh on Golf Smarter episode 41 from Sept6, 2006, host Fred Greene has an in-depth discussion with Glen about his theories and focuses on his unique ideas about Pre-Shot and POST-shot routines.Glen was a beloved professor and iconic figure at the University of the Pacific, visionary sports psychologist, and a beloved guest on Golf Smarter. He was also the head coach for the University golf team for more than two decades. Two of his closest friendships were with two Super Bowl winning NFL Coaches, Pete Carroll and Bill Walsh.UoP Men's Golf Program donations https://www.joinpaf.org/giving/First Tee of San Joaquin https://firstteesanjoaquin.org/get-involved/(P.O. Box 77919 Stockton, CA 95267.)“RENOWNED SPORTS PSYCHOLOGIST, PROFESSOR AND GOLF COACH GLEN ALBAUGH WAS LIFE-LONG MENTOR”https://pacifictigers.com/news/2023/2/21/general-renowned-sports-psychologist-professor-and-golf-coach-glen-albaugh-was-life-long-mentor.aspxWINNING THE BATTLE WITHIN (book#1)https://www.amazon.com/Winning-Battle-Within-Perfect-Swing/dp/0984417141/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dskTHE CLUTCH GOLFER FORMULA (book#2)https://www.amazon.com/CLUTCH-GOLFER-FORMULA-Exactly-Precisely-ebook/dp/B082953C85/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=cv6nV&content-id=amzn1.sym.ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_p=ed85217c-14c9-4aa0-b248-e47393e2ce12&pf_rd_r=143-6411918-4597021&pd_rd_wg=MHvFS&pd_rd_r=408c30be-5b6c-4668-b601-c66fe051f5e9&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

This is our final entry into our Tony Manzoni "Lost Fundamental" series, probably the most impactful teacher, based on listener feedback, that we've ever featured in the many years of doing game improvement interviews on the Golf Smarter podcast. Tony's ability to make his students great ball strikers wasn't his only focus. In this episode we also discuss the mental and emotional aspects of the game that can negatively impact scoring. After a long battle, Tony finally succumbed to cancer and passed away in 2018. I am so honored to have the ability to share my many conversations over 9 years to keep his warmth, humor, stories, teaching methods, and legacy alive. Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

Even though Tony Manzoni had tremendous success coaching the Men's golf program at College of the Desert, he didn't focus on Men's golf only. Tony had tremendous respect for the women's game and believed that amateur golfers at all skill levels could learn a lot from watching the LPGA Tour. He also spent a lot of time working with children who were exceptional golfers and had a future in the professional game. At one point in this episode, he mentions sharing videos of their swings. Unfortunately, I can't find or share them. But it's that work with young people that was behind our motivation to create a tax deductible fund at the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home of College of the Desert, in his memory. Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

Tony Manzoni taught a very effective method of the golf swing that he learned from his years of intense studying what made Ben Hogan great. We discuss it in depth in this episode that is also available on our YouTube.com/GolfSmarterTV channel using an early video conference platform called Blab. This was a full decade before the world became comfortable with video conversation. This is the seventh consecutive episode featuring Tony Manzoni, one of our most requested teachers ever on Golf Smarter, who passed away in 2018. Watch the full interview here https://youtu.be/PdjjDk2eLGg Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

This is the sixth of nine episodes featuring our many interviews with the late Tony Manzoni that covered everything from golf courses to his effective swing method to close friend Frank Sinatra. So many listeners confuse with Tony's swing with Stack & Tilt. Tony addresses the difference and why Stack & Tilt may work for some, but will eventually create back problems.Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

Beyond being a great golfer and teacher, Tony Manzoni had so much more to his life than the game. In this conversation we get into an interesting discussion of what it's like to live in the shadow of a high profile father, then pursuing a career choice in the same field. Examples discussed include Steph Curry and Frank Sinatra Jr. We then continue to discuss taking your game to the next level one club at a time. The focus of the conversation is how many situations require wedges. Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com. After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

In our fourth consecutive episode dedicated to the lessons of the late Tony Manzoni, we continue to discuss how to elevate your game to the next level one club at a time. We learn how to lower scores through your putter. Also discussed is the elusive lob wedge and whether amateurs keep it in their bags. Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1. The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com. After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

This is our third of nine consecutive episodes featuring the late Tony Manzoni. This time around we go to the first of two parts with Tony discussing tips, insights, and strategies on how to be more consistent with each golf club in your bag. In this episode we explore improvements with your putter, 8 iron, and lob wedge. We've scheduled to have him come back next week to discuss more wedges, long irons, hybrids, fairway metals, and drivers.Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

Our second of nine episodes featuring the late Tony Manzoni goes beyond swing mechanics, this time Tony talks about “Your Intent” and how it needs to be aligned with your performance, and visa versa. Tony's book “The Lost Fundamental: One Simple Move. Better Golf Forever.” is available once again in either paperback or kindle formats. Find it at https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Fundamental-Simple-Better-Forever-ebook/dp/B07MZFSPBW/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tony+manzoni&qid=1583280371&sr=8-1.The Lost Fundamental video is also available online! If you're interested, please send your request to host Fred Greene at golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com.After Tony passed in 2018, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley, home to Tony's lesson center and the Men's Golf Team he coached for decades at College of the Desert in Southern California. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more about the fund and everything we have gathered about Tony at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony .

Over the next 9 episodes of GOlf SMarter Mulligans, we're going to be featuring some of our many conversations with Tony Manzoni. Tony was an amazing golf instructor who passed away in 2018. We first met him in 2009, and in the dozen or so times he was on the podcast with us, emails flooded in with more positive feedback than any other teacher featured. If you're a new to Golf Smarter or didn't play at College of the Dessert anytime since the 1980s, you've probably never heard of Tony because we were the only media outlet to pay attention to him. This is the fourth year we're replaying some of these episodes and I still get emails reporting on how well you connected and improved using Tony's teaching methods.Tony's book, The Lost Fundamental, One Simple Move, Better Golf Forever, which was out of print when he passed away, is once again available on Amazon including Kindle format. Tony's video of the same name was also out of circulation, but can now be seen online. If you'd like to gain access please write to me directly via email GolfSmarterPodcast@Gmail.com or clicking on the Hey Fred button at golfsmarter.com. Lastly, after he passed, we created a Tony Manzoni Memorial Golf Smarter Fund to benefit the First Tee of Coachella Valley. Your tax deductible contributions are greatly appreciated. Find out more at https://GolfSmarter.com/tony . We hope you enjoy this journey and know that even if you've heard these episodes before, you're going to learn something new. Enjoy...

Katherine Roberts of YogaForGolfers.com provides exercises to do before you leave for the course, just before your round and then the night after a round is over. Originally published as a Members Only episode, this is the first time this show has been released publicly.

This is the first of two episodes with Katherine Roberts of YogaforGolfers.com that covers plans and programs for golfers to help increase their flexibility and limit back pain…among other things.

Tom Wishon once again explains why mass produced clubs are better for the manufacturers than for you. There are 13 important key specs a club maker analyzes when fitting clubs for you. Do you think your local golf shop is also aware of those details? Originally published as a Members Only episode, this is the first time this show has been released publicly. Originally published as a Members Only episode, this is the first time this show has been released publicly.

All golfers will benefit tremendously from custom club fitting. Don't be fooled by big ad budgets, new technology won't help as much as being properly fitted. Tom Wishon, author of "The Search of The Perfect Golf Club" joins us of for the 1st of 2.

Celebrating episode #300 GOLF SMARTER reintroduces our very 1st guest, Dr. Joseph Parent. Author of "Zen Golf". Once again Dr. Joe confirms why his easy to comprehend approach has improved the game of countless golfers including Vijai Singh.

Jeff Ritter discusses with Fred that whatever level of golfer you are, you should understand that like snowflakes, no two rounds, shots, or swings are ever the same. If you try a cookie cutter approach, you're limiting your chances of success.

According to physics, the ball flies perfectly every time it leaves the club face. Yeah right! Then why doesn't the ball go where we want it to? Rick Koscher, the Golf Better Coach suggests to host Fred Greene that it may be your body position at finish. Originally published as a Members Only episode, this is the first time this show has been released publicly.