Year End Review & Playing Lessons

Dec 2, 2024

Discover the significance of speed in modern golf, with young players surpassing seasoned pros. Delve into the benefits of on-course playing lessons compared to traditional techniques. Hear personal reflections on golfing challenges and the impact of aging as the hosts share their year-end game evaluations. Explore strategies for improving swing speed, putting accuracy, and overcoming psychological hurdles. Gain insights into the role of data in enhancing performance, alongside light-hearted tales of friendship and shared golfing experiences.

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ANECDOTE

First In-Person Meeting

Jon and Adam finally met in person after a decade of online interaction.
A highlight of their meeting was getting lost in a crowded parking garage in Las Vegas.

ANECDOTE

Wedge Game Struggles

Jon's wedge game has caused him anxiety, affecting his tournament performance.
He found temporary relief by using a one-handed chipping technique.

INSIGHT

Year-End Review

Jon's overall scoring regressed slightly this year, despite improvements in driving and putting.
He suspects an equipment issue with his irons and plans to consult with a club fitter.

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Jon and Adam do a year-end review of their games to give you some ideas on evaluating your own. Also, Adam discusses how on-course playing lessons should be structured and how they provide different benefits than traditional swing lessons on the range.

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