

The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast
Adam Young/Jon Sherman
A deeper look into golf improvement. Adam Young and Jon Sherman provide real, actionable game-improvement advice for golfers of all levels. If you want to take your game to the next level, this is the podcast for you.
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Dec 14, 2021 • 1h 7min
What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 2
Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your handicap down to zero. Or should you even pursue it in the first place? In this two-part series, we discuss topics like:
How much time it might require
Will it even make you happier?
What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective
Your mindset on the course
Impact requirements
Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 7, 2021 • 1h 24min
What Does It Take to Become a Scratch Golfer? Part 1
Becoming a scratch golfer is an elusive and often misunderstood milestone for many players. This series tries to demystify what it takes to get your handicap down to zero. Or should you even pursue it in the first place? In this two-part series, we discuss topics like:
How much time it might require
Will it even make you happier?
What does scratch golf look like from a statistical perspective
Your mindset on the course
Impact requirements
Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 23, 2021 • 1h 25min
How To Practice Effectively With Launch Monitors
In this episode, we discuss how to practice with launch monitors of all different price levels. Whether you have a basic model like the PRGR or a Foresight GCQuad, we're including tips on making your practice sessions more effective! Here are links to reviews on some of the models we discussed, along with special pricing offers for Sweet Spot listeners:PRGR Launch Monitor Review I Purchase LinkSwing Caddie SC200+ Review I Purchase Link (Black Friday Offer)Swing Caddie SC300 Review I Purchase Link (Black Friday Offer)Rapsodo MLM Review I Purchase LinkThanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nov 16, 2021 • 1h 28min
Equipment Education Series: Iron Fitting with Woody Lashen
Woody Lashen, co-owner of Pete's Golf and a top club fitter, shares his expertise on iron fitting. He reveals how personalized fittings can enhance performance by considering swing traits and preferences. Woody discusses the vital aspects of shaft selection, grip size, and lie angles that can dramatically affect a player's game. He also addresses the differences between game improvement and players' irons, shedding light on how modern engineering can meet individual needs. Listeners gain insights into maximizing their golfing experience through tailored equipment.

Nov 9, 2021 • 60min
How Do You Control Impact? Part 2
In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like your takeaway and various other positions? Or is it more about your overall skill and what we cannot see?Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 2, 2021 • 1h 12min
How Do You Control Impact - Better Swing Mechanics or Skill? (Part 1)
In this two-part series, we explore what creates more optimal impact positions. Is it controlling the mechanical elements of your golf swing, like your takeaway and various other positions? Or is it more about your overall skill and what we cannot see? Thanks to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop, you can find them at www.shopindoorgolf.com for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 26, 2021 • 1h 19min
Andrew Rice Interview: Wedge Play
Top instructor Andrew Rice joins the show to share his knowledge on wedge play. We discuss various topics on how to hit functional wedge shots, why skill is so important, and how to practice your wedge game more effectively.Special thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf - you can check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 18, 2021 • 1h 8min
Scott Fawcett Interview Part 2: Tee Shot Strategy & DECADE
In part two of our episode with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we continue our discussion on tee-shot strategy. We also explore how strategy is mostly about psychology and get a bit philosophical at times. Here is a link to the YouTube video Scott mentions that everyone should watch!Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 11, 2021 • 1h 17min
Scott Fawcett Interview Part 1: Tee Shot Strategy & DECADE
In part one of our interview with Scott Fawcett, the founder of DECADE, we discuss his approach to tee-shot strategy. Some topics include:
Learning to embrace driver
Why safety clubs might not be that safe
How dispersion factors into decision making
Why shaping it both directions off can be a mistake
Avoiding the big trouble
Here is a link to Scott's YouTube video on driving strategy that everyone should watch!Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oct 4, 2021 • 59min
Dylan Frittelli Interview Part 2: Post Analysis
Jon and Adam unwind some of the key concepts from the Dylan Frittelli interview.Thanks to our show sponsor Shop Indoor Golf, be sure to check them out for all of your home golf simulator needs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


