"How do you break 80?" is one of the most common questions in amateur golf. If you’re consistently shooting in the low 80s, the easiest way to shoot in the 70s probably isn’t making more birdies. It’s avoiding double bogeys, improving your golf course management and making smarter decisions from tee to green. Luke Kerr-Dineen breaks down how to break 80 using golf statistics, shot-pattern data and simple course-management strategies that can help golfers shoot lower scores without changing their

In part one of our Q&A, we dig into what it actually means to play freely when things aren’t going exactly how you want. We talk about how much a player should adjust during a round, the difference between calibrating and tinkering, and why better players need to be able to make small adjustments without turning everything into a mechanical change. We also get into acceptance—what it actually means, why it doesn’t mean being passive, and how it can give you a better starting point to make...

What does it really take to become a better golfer—not for one round or one season, but over the long term?In this episode, Ryan Dailey, PGA and Seth Thompson, PGA sit down with Ryne Burnett, PGA, Director of Golf at Hidden Valley Golf Club, to explore the experiences, habits, and mindset that helped shape him as a player, coach, and golf professional. Ryne shares how spending the majority of his early golf years actually playing the game helped develop his skills, why purposeful practice matters

In this episode of Inside Golf Podcast, Andy Lack is joined by Bryan to preview the Black Desert Championship DFS slate, digging into a weak fall swing field and what it means for contest selection on DraftKings.They break down why the wide fairways still punish missed drives, why Presidents Cup players like Brooks Koepka and Nick Taylor made the trip and where the new ISN interactive model disagrees with DataGolf on Harry Hall, Mackenzie Hughes, Max Homa, Patrick Rodgers and Max Greyserman. They

The “flat left wrist” (or lead wrist) has been a staple of golf instruction for decades, but what does “flat” actually mean, and is it even a useful goal? The guys discuss why grip type changes the appearance of the lead wrist, why a flat-looking wrist at the top can encourage a laid-off or “off-plane club,” and why many Tour players actually have some extension in the lead wrist at the top. They also get into the more important distinction between the

NC State women’s golf coach Darby Sligh speaks about the experiences that shaped her path—from growing up in North Augusta, South Carolina, and working the range at Augusta National to coaching at Newberry, Illinois State, and NC State. Darby shares what she learned building a program with limited resources, why connection and consistency matter when developing a team, and how the NCAA’s 50/50 postseason rule influences scheduling. Coach Sligh also discusses how college golf has changed,

This week the fellas are back after a lengthy break and they discuss: All things President's Cup2nd Fall series event and much more

Rees Jones, famously known as "The Open Doctor," built a legendary career by carefully balancing the historic integrity of classic golf courses with the modern demands of championship play. Following his breakthrough work preparing The Country Club in Brookline for the 1988 U.S. Open, he developed a diagnostic approach that prioritized thorough analysis over rigid formulas. Whether he was gently recovering original designs, extensively rebuilding coastal terrain, or tackling public facilities like

Brian Kim, founder of Liteyear Golf, joins Off TRAQ to talk about what it really takes to build golf equipment from scratch and why most junior clubs are designed the wrong way.Brian shares how he went from DocuSign to launching a golf equipment company, what goes into designing clubs specifically for kids, why Liteyear chose blade style irons, and how weight, shaft design, feel, sizing, and manufacturing all come together.We also get Brian’s perspective on Grant Horvat’s Little Legends launch, the

Learn how to practice golf with a clear plan, get more from your golf lessons and take swing changes from the range to the course. Tony Ruggiero and Jackson Koert answer student questions in the first Tour Coach Online live Q&A.The conversation covers balancing swing work with scoring practice, prioritizing driver, wedges and putting when time is limited, planning offseason improvements, and using Sportsbox feedback without losing focus. Tony and Jackson also discuss club distances, course

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Got a comment or question? Text us! Hayes and Matt got to sit down with Kevin Belza, our caddie from our round at the Lido course at Sand Valley, to pick his brain on what it means to be a caddy at one of the best golf resorts in the U.S. Theme song “Gritty Industrial Rock Blues Instrumental” by Nicholas Panek Bogey Ball Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1pHwEgOf5UwqO5w1qH3Ekg

The calendar has turned from summer to fall, and for those who live in northern climates the temperature is starting to dip. If you plan on going out and playing in the fall and winter, there are some things to remember when you get out there. All that, as well as the latest news in the game of golf, on the latest Fairways & Dreams podcast with host Jeff Hartman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's one swing I only ever make in a best ball, and it's usually the best swing I make all day. That tells me something about my golf that I didn't really want to hear, and I think it's true for most of us. I'll take you to a wild moment from Saturday at the Presidents Cup and break down the simple math of best ball in plain English. Then I'll give you a five-second conversation to have with your partner before every hole.

"Memoirs of a White Elephant" by Judith Gautier invites listeners into a whimsical exploration of life through the eyes of an elephant, blending humor and insight into the human condition. This enchanting narrative captivates with its unique perspective, revealing the complexities of existence and the bonds between beings. Gautier's work resonates today as it encourages reflection on our shared experiences and the importance of empathy in a world that often feels disconnected. The timeless themes of

New series covering College Sports. Controversy, debates, predictions & full coverage of the season. HE PROTECT COLLEGE SPORTS ACT HAS PASSED IN THE US SENATE. NOW IT GOES TO THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE IN APPROX 30 DAYS. WHAT THEN....? Long time on-air host, AJ Gottfried is joined by Chris Picaro who brings his passion & knowledge of College Sports to the show. With a firm focus on College Football, the East coast & West coast somehow come together to cover it a...

In this Toro Partnership episode of The Greenprint, Leighton talks to Darren Moore, Director of Agronomy at Stonehill in Thailand, about the challenges of maintaining one of Asia's most ambitious new golf courses. Designed by Kyle Phillips and opened in 2022, Stonehill was built on what was originally flat rice-field land and has been transformed into a dramatic golf landscape designed to be played firm and fast. Darren takes us behind the scenes, from the construction and grow-in through to hosting