The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast

We're excited to continue our managing expectations series with stats guru Lou Stagner. In this episode, we discuss approach play. Lou shares some of his most interesting stats from pro golf and the amateur game that will get you thinking differently about reasonable expectations. Also, you'll learn more about the proper strategy and ideas on how to practice more effectively.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

How should you change your practice methods based on the time of year? This episode explores how to adjust your preparation for the off-season, early, mid, and late-season periods.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

Top clubfitter Woody Lashen from Pete's Golf educates on wedge fitting, emphasizing bounce, sole width, and shaft matching for optimal performance. Discussion includes Tiger Woods' shaft experience and the significance of lie angles and turf interaction in achieving precision shots around the green.

This episode explores ideas for positive habits you can add to your golf game on and off the course. We hope listeners will take some of these to heart and think of others they can add!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

This episode explores some of the differences between short-term changes you can make in your game. Some of them can be positive and can have long-lasting benefits. Conversely, others only provide temporary band-aids, and the deeper issue is not resolved.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

Renowned swing coach Shauheen Nakhjavani joins the show to share his insights on how to get the most out of taking lessons. Some topics we discuss: How much time you should set aside and your commitment level. How to find a swing coach. What are reasonable expectations for both sides of the relationship? How goals can change based on the player's skill level. How long should you wait to see results, and if it makes sense to change coaches? 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

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

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

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

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.