golf SMARTER Today’s Equipment Could Be Hurting Your Game with John "Lag" Erickson
May 30, 2025
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GS#386 May 28, 2013: From Touring to Teaching, John “Lag” Erickson has seen golf from all sides and is concerned that the art of ball striking is disappearing. He contends that today’s highly advanced research to make clubs more forgiving is ruining the ability to become a great ball striker. Even the greatest players of today struggle when handed persimmon clubs, nor could they compete with the pre-metal club pros. It’s not just touch, but the sound of hitting balls has changed for the worst. Are you more interested in scoring than ball striking? Jon thinks you may be missing the point. He also says that the USGA and R&A hate golf.
For more, check out John’s website at AdvancedBallStriking.com. Jon returns for Part 2 of our conversation in a Members Only episode to discuss his theories of instruction that teaches the swing from impact backwards.
John referred to the Shell’s Wonderful World of Golf classic matchup of Hogan vs. Snead. Watch it on YouTube at https://youtu.be/F2wY30noVmM?si=X5vHE_wiqPc8JsyS
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For more, check out John’s website at AdvancedBallStriking.com. Jon returns for Part 2 of our conversation in a Members Only episode to discuss his theories of instruction that teaches the swing from impact backwards.
John referred to the Shell’s Wonderful World of Golf classic matchup of Hogan vs. Snead. Watch it on YouTube at https://youtu.be/F2wY30noVmM?si=X5vHE_wiqPc8JsyS
Get more when your visit the refreshed golfsmarter.com!
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This episode is brought to you by PXG. Schedule your fitting today and for a limited time you could save up to 20% on your ENTIRE order! Head over to PXG.com/smarter. Restrictions apply, see site for details.
This episode is sponsored by Indeed. Please visit indeed.com/GOLFSMARTER and get a $75 SPONSORED JOB CREDIT. Terms and conditions apply.
This episode is sponsored by HIMS. Start your free online visit today HIMS.com/golfsmarter and received personalized ED treatment options.
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