Episodes

  • Winter Practice Ideas Rewind

    Winter Practice Ideas Rewind
    Dec 9 2024
    Offseason fast approaching? We have a ton of ideas on how to spend your winter productively as we rewind to the first-ever Sweet Spot episode. Thank you to our show sponsors, Red Rooster, Bal.On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've got 36 total sizes for righties and lefties, including men's regular and cadet and women and kids. If you want to give their gloves a try, we think you're going to love them. We have a special where you can purchase one glove and get the next one 50% off. Go to redroostergolf.com and use promo code SWEETSPOT. • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Year End Review & Playing Lessons

    Year End Review & Playing Lessons
    Dec 2 2024
    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. Thank you to our show sponsors, Red Rooster, Bal.On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've got 36 total sizes for righties and lefties, including men's regular and cadet and women and kids. If you want to give their gloves a try, we think you're going to love them. We have a special where you can purchase one glove and get the next one 50% off. Go to redroostergolf.com and use promo code SWEETSPOT. • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Deconstructing High-Level Golf w/ Will Knauth

    Deconstructing High-Level Golf w/ Will Knauth
    Nov 25 2024
    Will Knauth was a standout college golfer and the winner of the Byron Nelson Award. He's currently a PhD candidate in statistics at Columbia University and consults with PGA Tour players on strategy. We cover a wide range of topics, including: How to make swing changes Playing in a PGA Tour event Using launch monitors effectively Dealing with pressure in tournaments Proper strategy using statistics and plenty more Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Scope, Hack Motion, Red Rooster, Bal.On, The Indoor Golf Shop, and EightSleep Exclusive Offer for The Sweet Spot Community - buy the popular Shot Scope PRO L2 Laser Rangefinder for only $129.99 (on sale) and receive mobile-enabled CONNEX shot tracking tags for FREE. Claim yours today here: http://shotscope.com/sweetspot (Limited Stock) • Following the new hardware launch earlier this summer, HackMotion has also enhanced its software, transforming it into a virtual coach on the go. It now offers swing diagnostics and training plans based on guided drills. Just take 10 shots, and HackMotion will analyze your swing, providing a personalized practice plan based on your most critical swing fault. Right now, HackMotion is running its biggest sale of the year, offering up to 20% off. Don’t miss out—check out the offer here before it ends: https://hackmotion.com/sweetspot • Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've got 36 total sizes for righties and lefties, including men's regular and cadet and women and kids. If you want to give their gloves a try, we think you're going to love them. We have a special where you can purchase one glove and get the next one 50% off. Go to redroostergolf.com and use promo code SWEETSPOT. • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com • Unfortunately, people now sleep less than they ever have at any time in history, and we now know poor sleep health has many negative outcomes on our health. By automatically regulating temperature with scientific precision, Eigh Sleep adapts to your body’s needs throughout the night, ensuring that each sleep phase is optimized for recovery. If you want a more restful, deeper sleep, we offer Sweet Spot listeners a $350 discount on the Pod 4 ultra. Visit eightsleep.com/sweetspot or use promo code SWEETSPOT at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 37 mins
  • Gene Parente Breaks Down Golf's Biggest Equipment Myths w/ Robot Testing

    Gene Parente Breaks Down Golf's Biggest Equipment Myths w/ Robot Testing
    Nov 18 2024
    Gene Parente, the founder of Golf Laboratories, joins the show to discuss his many decades of experience with robot testing. Gene has been at the forefront of tons of industry research for golf OEMs, pro golfers, and many others. In this episode, we discuss: The history of Golf Laboratories (founded 1990) and how the end of the Cold War influenced golf technology through aerospace materials Robot testing methodology and its role in golf equipment development Impact of different tee heights on driver performance Comparison of persimmon vs modern drivers Three wood vs driver performance at different swing speeds Equipment myths debunked (including blade vs cavity back irons) Gear effect variations across different clubs and swing speeds Working with Bryson DeChambeau and testing at extremely high swing speeds and plenty more! Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Scope, Hack Motion, Red Rooster, Bal.On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Exclusive Offer for The Sweet Spot Community - buy the popular Shot Scope PRO L2 Laser Rangefinder for only $129.99 (on sale) and receive mobile-enabled CONNEX shot tracking tags for FREE. Claim yours today here: http://shotscope.com/sweetspot (Limited Stock) • Following the new hardware launch earlier this summer, HackMotion has also enhanced its software, transforming it into a virtual coach on the go. It now offers swing diagnostics and training plans based on guided drills. Just take 10 shots, and HackMotion will analyze your swing, providing a personalized practice plan based on your most critical swing fault. Right now, HackMotion is running its biggest sale of the year, offering up to 20% off. Don’t miss out—check out the offer here before it ends: https://hackmotion.com/sweetspot • Red Rooster is known for the wide range of sizes, fit, feel, and durability of their gloves. They've got 36 total sizes for righties and lefties, including men's regular and cadet and women and kids. If you want to give their gloves a try, we think you're going to love them. We have a special where you can purchase one glove and get the next one 50% off. Go to redroostergolf.com and use promo code SWEETSPOT. • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Revisiting Practice Feedback

    Revisiting Practice Feedback
    Nov 11 2024
    If you are practicing without feedback, it's like throwing darts blindfolded. The right feedback will help you practice more effectively and make the right changes. Adam and Jon discuss various types of feedback you can use in your practice sessions to help you improve your performance on the course. Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Scope, Hack Motion, Bal.On, The Indoor Golf Shop, and EightSleep Exclusive Offer for The Sweet Spot Community - buy the popular Shot Scope PRO L2 Laser Rangefinder for only $129.99 (on sale) and receive mobile-enabled CONNEX shot tracking tags for FREE. The PRO L2 laser rangefinder is built to perform and renowned for being one of the most affordable rangefinders on the market. Giving the golfer superior performance and accurate distances every time they hit the golf course. Packed full of features including a 700 yard range, x6 zoom, target-lock vibration and rapid-fire detection to lock on to the target instantly. CONNEX is golf’s most affordable and accurate game tracker, with no monthly subscription fees and access to over 100 statistics about your game. The CONNEX tags are powered by the Shot Scope app and work with your mobile phone. Claim yours today here: http://shotscope.com/sweetspot (Limited Stock) • Following the new hardware launch earlier this summer, HackMotion has also enhanced its software, transforming it into a virtual coach on the go. It now offers swing diagnostics and training plans based on guided drills. Just take 10 shots, and HackMotion will analyze your swing, providing a personalized practice plan based on your most critical swing fault. HackMotion is the perfect virtual coach to help improve your game during the winter season, or it could make a great gift for any passionate golfer. Right now, HackMotion is running its biggest sale of the year, offering up to 20% off. Don’t miss out—check out the offer here before it ends: https://hackmotion.com/sweetspot • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Also, they have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com • Unfortunately, people now sleep less than they ever have at any time in history, and we now know poor sleep health has many negative outcomes on our health. By automatically regulating temperature with scientific precision, Eigh Sleep adapts to your body’s needs throughout the night, ensuring that each sleep phase is optimized for recovery. If you want a more restful, deeper sleep, we offer Sweet Spot listeners a $350 discount on the Pod 4 ultra. Visit eightsleep.com/sweetspot or use promo code SWEETSPOT at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Shallowing the Club & First Tee Jitters

    Shallowing the Club & First Tee Jitters
    Nov 4 2024
    This episode explores two topics - shallowing the golf club and first tee jitters. Shallowing the club has been a very popular topic for years, and Adam breaks down how it can benefit golfers, but more importantly, if it's relevant to you. We also discuss how to handle first tee jitters. Thank you to our show sponsors, Shot Scope, Hack Motion, Bal.On, and The Indoor Golf Shop Exclusive Offer for The Sweet Spot Community - buy the popular Shot Scope PRO L2 Laser Rangefinder for only $129.99 (on sale) and receive mobile-enabled CONNEX shot tracking tags for FREE. The PRO L2 laser rangefinder is built to perform and renowned for being one of the most affordable rangefinders on the market. Giving the golfer superior performance and accurate distances every time they hit the golf course. Packed full of features including a 700 yard range, x6 zoom, target-lock vibration and rapid-fire detection to lock on to the target instantly. CONNEX is golf’s most affordable and accurate game tracker, with no monthly subscription fees and access to over 100 statistics about your game. The CONNEX tags are powered by the Shot Scope app and work with your mobile phone. Claim yours today here: http://shotscope.com/sweetspot (Limited Stock) • Following the new hardware launch earlier this summer, HackMotion has also enhanced its software, transforming it into a virtual coach on the go. It now offers swing diagnostics and training plans based on guided drills. Just take 10 shots, and HackMotion will analyze your swing, providing a personalized practice plan based on your most critical swing fault. HackMotion is the perfect virtual coach to help improve your game during the winter season, or it could make a great gift for any passionate golfer. Right now, HackMotion is running its biggest sale of the year, offering up to 20% off. Don’t miss out—check out the offer here before it ends: https://hackmotion.com/sweetspot • In the world of golf today, speed is the name of the game. Young elite golfers are already hitting farther than today’s top players. If you want to compete, you have to start with your foundation. You have to own the ground. That’s where BAL.ON comes in. BAL.ON’s smart wearable device slips seamlessly into your golf shoe to measure magnitude and distribution throughout your swing. Understanding this information leads to greater ball speed and lower scores. See the unseen with BAL.ON’s industry-leading, award-winning technology and connected app to unlock your fastest, most powerful swing. It’s the missing tool to supplement the holistic development of today’s golfer. For more information on BAL.ON, please visit www.bal-on.golf. • As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Also, they have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Ted Scott Shares Insights from His PGA Tour Journey

    Ted Scott Shares Insights from His PGA Tour Journey
    Oct 28 2024
    Ted Scott joins us to discuss his 25+ year journey as a PGA Tour caddie. He shares some of his top stories caddying for Scottie Scheffler and Bubba Watson. We also discuss Ted's coaching philosophy and how, with these insights into the mental game, he helped his players through some of the biggest moments. To learn more about the practice app that Jon and Ted are involved with, check out Tee Time Trainer on the Apple App Store. Thank you to our show sponsor, The Indoor Golf Shop: As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Also, they have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • Mackenzie Hughes Talks Presidents Cup, 2024 Season & Answers Listener Questions

    Mackenzie Hughes Talks Presidents Cup, 2024 Season & Answers Listener Questions
    Oct 21 2024
    PGA Tour winner Mackenzie Hughes returns to give a recap of the Presidents Cup, go over his past season on the PGA Tour, and take listener questions. Thank you to our show sponsors The Indoor Golf Shop, Eight Sleep, and Hexclad: As we head into the fall season, you'll want to check out The Indoor Golf Shop for your at-home golfing needs. I've been trusting them for years and recommend them to anyone who wants to improve their home setup. They have all the top launch monitor brands, like SkyTrak, Uneekor, Foresight, and Trackman, and options that will fit any budget. Right now, they are running some huge sales on some of these names. Also, they have everything you need for your indoor practice - hitting mats, golf nets, impact screens, and custom enclosures. Whether you want to build your dream simulator set up by yourself or have their team custom build something for you as they did in my house, they can help you make the right decision. To learn more, visit their website - shopindoorgolf.com • Unfortunately, people now sleep less than they ever have at any time in history, and we now know poor sleep health has many negative outcomes on our health. By automatically regulating temperature with scientific precision, Eigh Sleep adapts to your body’s needs throughout the night, ensuring that each sleep phase is optimized for recovery. If you want a more restful, deeper sleep, we offer Sweet Spot listeners a $350 discount on the Pod 4 ultra. Visit eightsleep.com/sweetspot or use promo code SWEETSPOT at checkout. • Adam has become a massive fan of Hexclad's cookware. Usually, when selecting pans, you must choose between the performance of stainless steel, the durability of cast iron, and the convenience of nonstick. But with Hexclad, you can have it all. Hexclad’s hybrid technology gives you the benefits of all three in only one pan. Also, you get a lifetime warranty on all their products. To receive a 10% discount, please use this link: https://hexclad.com/SWEETSPOT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 30 mins