Wicked Smart Golf

>>Fill out this short survey to enter into the episode 400 giveaway (must submit by June 13th at 11:59pm PST to be eligible). >>Get started with GolfForever (20% off through 6/17/25) - use code "WICKEDSMART").  Today’s guest is one of the most respected minds in the game—Jason Baile, the Director of Instruction at the prestigious Jupiter Hills Club in Florida. Jason was named the 2025 PGA National Teacher and Coach of the Year, is ranked among the Top 50 Teachers by Golf Digest, and a Top 100 Coach by Golf.com. He’s worked with elite players like Darren Clarke, Lucas Glover, and many more.In this episode, Jason shares his journey to becoming a top-rated coach and breaks down: Why you need to find your golf superpower. His personal advice to help me chase down a +5 handicap Why every golfer needs a reliable “home base” in their practice And much more insight that every serious golfer will want to hear The home base fundamentals you need to focus on for a fade or draw  The shift from random practice to intentional planning—especially before tournaments Whether you’re a weekend warrior or chasing elite-level golf, this episode is packed with gems to sharpen your game. Follow Jason on Instagram and thanks to GolfForever for helping this interview happen.  >>Get the 10 Most Popular Wicked Smart Golf Podcast Episodes Guide! >>Read the Fathers Day Gift Guide! 

>>Fill out this short survey to enter into the episode 400 giveaway (must submit by June 13th at 11:59pm PST to be eligible). >>Get the 10 Most Popular Wicked Smart Golf Podcast Episodes Guide! >>Read the Fathers Day Gift Guide!  Today is a fun recap of the best content from guests and my game in May to help you play better golf without swing changes. In this episode, you will learn: The importance of locking in holes 16-18. Why repetition is the key to improving in tournaments. How a mental golf scorecard can help you manage your routine mid-round.  About "anyway" shots and how they can save 3-5 shots per round (or more).  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.  Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).   WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions.  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Read or listen to  Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

Scott Fawcett, the genius behind the DECADE Golf system, shares insights that can reshape your golf game. He emphasizes the power of short game routines and meditation for improved focus. Fawcett unveils a proven putting strategy that can help you sink more putts. He explains how to foster a consistent chipping system while reflecting on PGA Tour dynamics. With ambitions to chase the Champions Tour, he also dives into a wild analysis of the Masters, revealing how Rory could’ve clinched a major win.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.  DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Scott Fawcett returns to the show for his fourth (and best) appearance yet—and this one is packed with insights that can transform your game immediately. Known as the “Moneyball of Golf,” Scott is the creator of the DECADE Golf system, a data-driven approach to course management that’s helped everyone from junior golfers to major champions like Bryson DeChambeau and Will Zalatoris. I recommend DECADE Golf to all of my mental golf coaching students—and for good reason. It simplifies decision-making, builds confidence, and helps you play smarter under pressure. In this episode, you will learn: The power of short game and putting routines. Why meditation matters—on and off the course A PGA Tour proven putting strategy to drain more putts every round.  How to build a consistent chipping system that eliminates doubt Scott’s plan to chase the Champions Tour And a wild Masters breakdown (including how Rory could’ve won by 10) If you haven't join DECADE Golf yet, you are missing out!  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions.  Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Read or listen to  Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

>>Get DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Today's guest is Travis Zappia a good friend and plus handicap. We each caddied for each other in the US Open Qualifying (he played Phoenix CC, I played The Estancia Club). This was my best qualifier and learned a ton that I know will help your mental game.  Whether you play tournaments or not, this episode will help you master your game!  In this episode you will learn: Why you must fight until the finish. The power of expectation management. Why you should enter into a big "scary" event.  The importance of pre and post round routines to learn from everything.  How to reset when you have negative visualization over a shot (and pre/post shot routines). And a lot more.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products Mental Golf Type: The Best Mental Game Training (use code WICKEDSMART to save 25%).  WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions.  Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 65+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

In this engaging discussion, PGA Tour winner Charlie Beljan shares his journey from a young golf prodigy to a successful pro. He delves into the significance of mental resilience, emphasizing strategies to manage blow-up holes and stay calm during high-pressure moments. Listeners will learn about the importance of knowing your carry distance and mastering wedge techniques to improve overall performance. Charlie also shares insights on crafting a strong mindset and provides practical tips for maintaining focus throughout the game.

Get Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Train with Golf Forever: Use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15% on your investment. Today’s guest is Dr. Nik Neal, the founder of Golf Strong Hit Bombs — a unique fitness system designed specifically for golfers who want to play better, swing faster, and shoot lower scores. Nik is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a competitive elite amateur golfer, and one of the most respected voices in golf-specific fitness. He’s worked with golfers of all levels to help them move better, gain distance, and stay injury-free for the long haul. What makes Nik’s approach so effective is that he lives it himself. Not only has he created a system to help others, but he’s used it to transform his own game — becoming longer, more consistent, and more competitive than ever. In this episode, you will learn: Prehab vs. rehab. Why you MUST set big goals.  His epic journey of tournament golf. The importance of distance for high level tournament golf. Why mobility and strength are game-changers for every golfer.  Follow Dr. Neal on YouTube for his "Road to Augusta" series and on Instagram for daily tips.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

Get DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Get Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Today is a special episode as I break down one of my best tournaments ever (and best multi-day finish in Arizona). Whether you're a 5, 15 or 25 handicap, you will learn a ton from the episode, including: The mindset to going low. How to reframe past year failure.  My stats each day to help you reset expectations. The importance of hitting it longer off the tee and how to get started.  How to bounce back from really bad shots (I had several thin irons, a flub, and a 4-putt).  And a lot more.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

Get DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). Today’s guest is one of the top performance coaches in the world and someone I’ve looked up to for years — Dr. Michael Lardon. He’s a world-renowned sports psychiatrist who’s worked with elite performers across multiple disciplines, including Olympic athletes, Fortune 500 CEOs, and of course, some of the best golfers on the planet. His past clients include Phil Mickelson, David Duval, Lee Janzen, and Hunter Mahan, just to name a few. Dr. Lardon is also the bestselling author of two powerful books: Mastering Golf’s Mental Game and Finding Your Zone. His work has had a massive influence on how I teach pre-shot routines and helped my own game as well. His system for performance under pressure, managing thoughts, and building a consistent mindset is one every competitive golfer should know.  When you listen to this episode, you will learn: About his Q-school caddying experiences. Why you need a mental scorecard every round.  What you can do to "think like the pros" for lower scores. What is the zone and how to access the zone more often. The importance of pre-shot routines for better performance under pressure.  What he's learned working with top athletes in the world that you can apply to your game.  And a lot more mindset hacks for better performance.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible

Get Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)  Habits make or break success (in golf and life). If you want to achieve your goals this year, you must avoid bad habits that most golfers have. When you listen to this episode, you will learn: How to pre-shot like a pro. Why you must have an optimistic mindset. How a distance chart can 10X your confidence. The importance of tracking stats to getting more insights into your game.  And a lot more easy golf tips to help your mindset + game.  WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%). WHYGOLF Training Aids: The best training aids to help your practice sessions (use code WICKEDSMART to save 15%).  Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.  Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 50+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.   Also, don’t forget to connect on social media: Follow on TikTok Follow on Instagram   Subscribe on YouTube Buy Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible  Buy Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible