The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast Making a Swing Change at the Highest Level w/ Mackenzie Hughes
Oct 20, 2025
PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes shares insights about his challenging 2025 season and the swing changes he’s implementing with coaches Chris Como and Scott Hamilton. He reveals how these adjustments are reshaping his game, from improving confidence to mastering the pressure of tournament play. Mackenzie also discusses the balance between competitive drive and family life, emphasizing the importance of focusing on process goals beyond just results. His journey embodies the struggles and triumphs of a professional golfer navigating identity and performance.
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Turning Point With Chris Como
- Mackenzie describes hitting a low point early in the 2025 season and deciding to see Chris Como for help.
- That visit produced a quick concept that jumpstarted several strong weeks and restored confidence on course.
Near Win Turned Tough Low
- Mackenzie recounts nearly winning in Myrtle Beach where he led most of the week and lost in a playoff.
- He describes the emotional swing from confidence to one of his worst lows after missing a tying putt.
Weigh Risks Against Long-Term Goals
- Weigh swing-change risk versus long-term goals and accept trade-offs deliberately.
- If you want bigger wins, accept short-term instability to pursue lasting improvement.