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Be The Right Club Today Podcast

91 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 95 ratings

Season 2 of Be The Right Club Today Podcast brings your favorite PGA Tour Legend Hal Sutton together with Director of the Academy, Jamie Fraser and Head Golf Instructor, Jamie Marshall. Hal talks experience, memories, instruction, the modern game and much more. Hal is joined by guests from the world of golf with the two Jamies. Don't worry -- the accents make it easy to tell them apart.

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Season 2 - Episode 14: PGA Tour Coach Mark Blackburn

July 13, 2023 05:00 - 48 minutes - 44.9 MB

On Season 2: Episode 14 of the Be the Right Club Today podcast, we had the pleasure of hosting PGA Tour Coach Mark Blackburn. Join us as we delve into the work of a top coach, exploring Mark's coaching, the influential mentors who shaped his career, and his approach to working with top-tier players. Mark's expertise and insights are truly enlightening. To learn more about Mark Blackburn and his work, visit his website at blackburngolf.com. You can also stay updated with his latest thoughts ...

Season 2 - Episode 13: Parker McLachlin (Short Game Chef)

June 29, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MB

On Season 2: Episode 13 of the Be the Right Club Today podcast, Parker McLachlin joined us! You may know of him as Short Game Chef! Parker has had a great playing career competing on the PGA Tour and picking up a win. Now Parker is focused on helping players of all levels improve their short games. We talk short game myths, club selection, shot choice, different lies, wedge design, setup variables and much much more. Check out Parker on his Instagram and on his website! Don't forget to chec...

Season 2 - Episode 12: PGA Tour Winner Taylor Moore

June 08, 2023 05:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MB

On Season 2: Episode 12 of the Be the Right Club Today podcast we dive into the world of professional golf with PGA Tour player Taylor Moore. Hear Taylor's insights on life on the PGA Tour, his first win at the Valspar Championship this year, his mental approach, practice habits, and how to transfer skills from the range to the course. Tune in for practical tips and a unique perspective on the life of a PGA Tour player. Don't forget to check out the podcast sponsor, Holderness and Bourne, a...

Season 2 - Episode 11: PGA Championship Recap, LIV & The Ryder Cup

May 25, 2023 06:08 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MB

In Season 2 - Episode 11 of "Be The Right Club Today" podcast, The two Jamie's and Hal review the PGA Championship and Brooks Koepka's Major Mentality. The team discuss the Ryder Cup and LIV player's involvement, Hal shares how he when as a kid would spend time with professionals who lived the life he sought. He also explores the significant influence of parents on their kids' golf journeys. Join us for an insightful episode that delves into the world of golf. Tune in now! Head over to the Y...

Season 2 - Episode 10: Sandy Armour on Golf: Legends, Lessons, and Life on Tour Caddying

May 11, 2023 05:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

In Season 2, Episode 10 of the podcast, Hal and Jamie are joined by Sandy Armour, a long-time professional golfer and full-time tour caddy. As Sandy prepares for the first Champions Tour Major of the year, he shares some fascinating insights into the world of golf. The conversation kicks off with Sandy talking about his grandfather, The Silver Scot, and sharing some anecdotes about Tommy Armour's illustrious career. Hal joins in for the first third of the episode before technical difficult...

Season 2 - Episode 9: Jim McLean

April 27, 2023 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MB

Legendary Golf Instructor Jim McLean joins Hal & Jamie on the Podcast to discuss many topics in golf. Hal and Jim told stories of Jackie Burke's influence on their careers, spending time with great players in the game and of course lots of discussion about the golf swing. Jim is one of the only few teachers to instruct major champions when they won their majors on all 3 tours. Major champions including, Keegan Bradley, Tom Kite, Cristie Kerr, Lexi Thompson, Dave Eichelberger. Jim has also w...

Season 2 - Episode 8: Raymond Prior Ph.D.

April 13, 2023 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.2 MB

Hal and Jamie are joined by the returning Raymond Prior, Ph.D. We discuss topics from slow play, stable and unstable confidence, the Masters and his incredible new book “Golf Beneath the Surface” coming out soon! Click below to pre order! Raymond is a Performance Consultant specializing in helping his clients compete and work at the highest level. He works with PGA Tour players, business executives, entertainers and more. Pre Order Raymond's book now!

Season 2 - Episode 7: Trevor Immelman

March 30, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MB

In episode 7 of the "Be The Right Club Today Podcast, Hal and Jamie were joined by Masters Champion, Trevor Immelman. The conversation touched on a wide range of topics, including Immelman's experiences at Augusta, the recent announcement of a new golf ball, the importance of a winning mentality, and Immelman's work in television broadcasting. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Immelman provided fascinating insights into the world of golf and shared valuable knowledge for all golfe...

Season 2 - Episode 6: The Players, USGA and R&A Announcement and Q & A

March 16, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB

Hal and the Jamie's cover a wide range of topics in this episode. The PLAYERS championship, Bay Hill, the R&A and USGA recent announcement and more. The team also answer some of your questions and there are some great tips and advice on how to play your best!  Head over the Youtube version of this podcast as the show opens with a few clips from the new Darmor Club in Columbus, Texas. We will upload some videos as progress is made on the development and highlight the fantastic layout and cour...

Season 2 - Episode 5: Short Game with Tim Yelverton

March 02, 2023 06:00 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB

Hal and the Jamie's are joined by PGA Tour short game coach Tim Yelverton. Tim works with many players on the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour and top college talent in the country. The guys discuss what it takes to prepare at an elite level, what the common things he sees in Amateurs short games and sound practice habits. This was a fantastic insightful discussion into the short game with some great advice for players of all levels. Follow Tim on his Instagram.  This episode is brought to you by Holder...

Season 2 - Episode 4: Doug Wright (Heritage Links)

February 16, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB

On this edition of Be the Right Club Today Podcast, Hal & Jamie were joined at the academy by Doug Wright. Doug is the Vice President of Strategic Planning for Heritage-Links and is working with Hal on their new course in Texas, Darmor Club. Doug has incredible knowledge of golf course construction and architecture and the guys discussed what goes into building a golf course, what makes a great course, how design affects the experience for the player, and how architects can influence the pla...

Season 2 - Episode 3: Andy Johnson (The Fried Egg)

February 02, 2023 22:26 - 1 hour - 57.3 MB

Andy Johnson from The Fried Egg and Shotgun Start joins Hal & Jamie to talk golf architecture, favorite courses, and Match Play tactics. Hal and Andy dive into Macdonald and Raynor template holes, Cypress Point, and how modern equipment is changing the game. Catch Andy's work at www.thefriedegg.com and on Twitter @andytfe.  This episode is brought to you by Holderness and Bourne - Find them at hbgolf.com and use code Hal15 for 15% off your next order!

Season 2 - Episode 2: Dr. Izzy Justice

January 19, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

Hal and Jamie (Fraser) are joined by Dr. Izzy Justice on Episode 2. Dr. Justice is a Sports Neuroscientist and the author of 8 books on Emotional Intelligence. He has been in the Neuroscience field for over 30 years and was the first person to integrate EQ into sports and athletic performance. For more information on Dr. Justice work head to https://gyragolf.com/

Season 2 - Episode 1: Introduction

January 05, 2023 07:00 - 51 minutes - 94.4 MB

The Be The Right Club Today Podcast returns for Season 2! Hal introduces the new team at the Hal Sutton Golf Academy. Jamie Fraser, originally from Scotland, joins as the Director of the Academy. Jamie Marshall, born in Canada, comes in as Head of Instruction. Hal and the team discuss golf swing, how they view coaching and also LIV golf! Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Youtube @halsuttongolf and head on over to our website halsuttongolf.com. Enjoy the podcast!

Episode 75: Beth Ann Nichols

June 09, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 27.9 MB

This week we were pleased to have Beth Ann Nichols, Senior Writer at Golfweek and the first female president of the Golf Writers' Association of America on the podcast. We discussed the historic US Women's Open purse, LIV Golf, the future of the LPGA Tour and more. Tune in for an interesting take from one of golf's best journalists!

S1 Episode 75: Beth Ann Nichols

June 09, 2022 06:00 - 36 minutes - 27.9 MB

This week we were pleased to have Beth Ann Nichols, Senior Writer at Golfweek and the first female president of the Golf Writers' Association of America on the podcast. We discussed the historic US Women's Open purse, LIV Golf, the future of the LPGA Tour and more. Tune in for an interesting take from one of golf's best journalists!

Episode 74: Commitment

June 02, 2022 06:00 - 41 minutes - 31.2 MB

What is commitment? Is it the missing piece to an elite golf game? How do we hit committed shots under pressure? Find out this week on Be The Right Club Today Podcast!

Episode 73: Frank Nobilo

May 26, 2022 06:00 - 45 minutes - 34.5 MB

Frank Nobilo has won 15 times worldwide, placed top 10 in all four majors, and is one of the best commentators in golf today. We were lucky to have him on the podcast this week to discuss last week's PGA Championship at Southern Hills, Tiger's return, the impact of distance on the future of golf, and more.

Episode 72: Athletic Motion Golf (AMG)

May 19, 2022 06:00 - 56 minutes - 42.3 MB

This week on the Be The Right Club Today Podcast, Hal and Chase are joined by Shaun Webb and Mike Granato, founders of Athletic Motion Golf (AMG). Their successful YouTube Channel with over 145k subscribers, along with their online and in person coaching have revolutionized golf instruction. On this episode, they talk with Hal and Chase about the difference in pro swings vs amateurs, whether the pivot or the arms drive the golf swing, how to shallow the golf club, how golf swings change as w...

Episode 71: Doug Ferguson

May 12, 2022 06:00 - 49 minutes - 37 MB

This week Hal and Chase sit down with AP Golf Writer Doug Ferguson to discuss the upcoming PGA Championship at Southern Hills, Scott Scheffler’s run as World #1, the LIV Golf controversy, and what it’s like covering the greatest golfers in the world! Tune in for a unique and interesting perspective from the recipient of the PGA Lifetime Achievement Award in Journalism, Doug Ferguson.

Episode 70: Dr. Bob Winters, PhD

May 05, 2022 06:00 - 59 minutes - 44.3 MB

This week Hal and Chase chat with Dr. Bob Winters about confidence in the game of golf, putting psychology, committing to shots, having a clear cut game plan, and more.  Dr Bob Winters is an internationally renowned sports psychologist, author, and professional speaker.He holds a P.h.D. in sports psychology from the University of Virginia. He’s spent over 35 years helping athletes get in the winner’s circle and to achieve their full potential. Tune in to level up your mental game on this w...

Episode 69: Freddie Burns

April 28, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 33.3 MB

Hal’s longtime caddie on the PGA Tour, Freddie Burns, joins the podcast this week to discuss their prolific partnership, how they got their start as a team, share stories from the PGA Tour, and talk about what it takes to win at the highest levels.

Episode 68: Raymond Prior, PhD

April 21, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MB

This week, Raymond Prior, PhD joins the podcast in-person to help all our our listeners' mental games. Raymond is a Performance Consultant specializing in helping his clients compete and work at the highest level. He works with PGA Tour players, business executives, entertainers and more. In this episode, Hal, Chase, and Raymond sit down to discuss the importance of "the struggle," how to stay in the present, dealing with anxiety and nerves on the golf course, and the importance of acceptan...

Episode 67: Scott Cowx

April 14, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

This week, PGA Tour Coach and Canadian PGA Teacher of the Year and biomechanics expert Scott Cowx joins the Be The Right Club Today Podcast. He discusses Scottie Scheffler's unique swing, playing under pressure, the importance of hand speed in producing clubhead speed and much more!

Episode 66: The Masters

April 07, 2022 06:00 - 46 minutes - 34.6 MB

Hal and Chase sit down to discuss Tiger's return to the PGA Tour and to talk about this one special week a year, The Masters.

Episode 65: Q&A

March 31, 2022 06:00 - 55 minutes - 41.4 MB

It’s time for another Q&A on Be The Right Club Today Podcast! This week Hal and Chase dive into your questions from Twitter and Instagram and answer as many as they can. They cover it all from swing thoughts to lowering your handicap to analyzing their own careers. Tune in and see if they answered your question!

Episode 64: Dr. Karl Morris

March 24, 2022 06:00 - 59 minutes - 45 MB

Dr. Karl Morris is one of the leading mental game coaches in Europe and worldwide. He is the founder of the Mind Factor and author of The Lost Art of Golf series. He has worked with such talents as Louis Oosthuizen, Darren Clarke, Lee Westwood, Paul McGinley, Graeme McDowell and more.  He sat down this week with Hal and Chase to discuss the importance of committing to shots, accepting poor shots, tapping into your creative brain, and much more. Tune in for a comprehensive look at the mental...

Episode 62: Playing In The Wind

March 17, 2022 06:00 - 55 minutes - 41.5 MB

Hal and Chase recap the bad-weather-plagued Players Championship, Cam Smith's exciting win, and explain how they deal with playing in blustery conditions. From mindset to shot selection to club selection, Hal and Chase teach how best to cope with the wind.

Episode 61: Steve Elkington

March 10, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MB

This week Hal and Chase are joined by 17-time Tour Winner, PGA Champion, and 2X Players Champion Steve Elkington. They discuss the intricacies of Pete Dye’s TPC Sawgrass, the types of player they like to win this week, and everything else Players Championship.

Episode 60: Brandel Chamblee

March 03, 2022 13:00 - 52 minutes - 40 MB

Chase and Hal were pleased to have Brandel Chamblee back on the podcast this week to discuss everything surrounding Phil Mickelson and the SGL: What was Phil looking to accomplish? Is he suspended from the PGA Tour? Where does the PGA Tour go from here? Tune in and find out!

Episode 59: Andy Pettitte

February 24, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 30.1 MB

For their first non-golfer on the Be The Right Club Today Podcast, Hal and Chase are joined this week by 5X World Series Champion and MLB Legend, Andy Pettitte. They discuss the parallels between golf and baseball, the importance of visualization and commitment, learning from failure and much more. Andy provides great insight into athletic performance at the highest levels. It's an episode you won't want to miss!

Episode 58: Mach 3 Speed Training

February 16, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 41.2 MB

Episode 58: Mach 3 Speed Training This week’s episode features Mike Romatowski, creator of the Mach 3 Speed Training System, and Sarah White, the leader in average driving distance on the Epson Tour (298.6 yards). They join the podcast to talk about their Mach 3 Speed System and how it can help golfers increase their club head speed, get stronger, and enjoy the game more.

Episode 57: Hale Irwin

February 10, 2022 07:00 - 1 hour - 68.1 MB

This week, Hal and Chase are joined by 3X US Open Winner, 20X PGA Tour and 45X Champions Tour winner, Hale Irwin. They discuss setting reachable and attainable goals, the importance of being a multi-sport athlete, the Super Golf League, and much more. Lots of knowledge in this episode, check it out!

Episode 56: Dr. Will Wu, PhD

February 03, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 60 MB

Hal and Chase are joined on the podcast this week by Dr. Will Wu, PhD.  Dr. Wu is a cofounder of the Skilled Coaching Alliance and professor of Motor Learning and Control at California State University Long Beach.  He discusses practice variability, using "scrimmage" to take your practice to the course through a concept called bridging, using the "Goldilocks method" to make a swing change, and how to use swing feels to produce a change in your golf swing.  Dr. Wu provides an in depth look ...

Episode 55: Ian Fraser

January 27, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

Ian Fraser is the Founder and CEO of TXG, and one of the best club fitters in the world. This week we were lucky enough to have him on the Podcast to discuss the intricacies of club fitting.  In the episode, Hal, Chase, and Ian dive deep into the misconceptions in the equipment world, what shaft flex you should be playing for your swing speed, building a better fitting experience based on strokes gained, and so much more. It’s everything you need to know about club fitting in one episode! T...

Episode 54: Tom Watson

January 20, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MB

With 39 Wins, 8 Majors, 5 Open Championships and 6X PGA Tour Player of the Year Honors, Tom Watson is one of the greatest to ever play the game. This week we were lucky enough to have him on the podcast. He gives insight into his dominant performances in the Open Championship, discusses learning how to play the game in poor weather in Kansas, his relationship with his longtime caddie Bruce Edwards, stories from the Tour, and much more. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

Episode 53: Steve Stricker

January 13, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 34.1 MB

Hal and Chase are joined on the Podcast this week by 2021 Ryder Cup Captain and 12-time PGA Tour Winner, Steve Stricker. They discuss last year's Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, fighting back from losing his Tour card, his unique putting style, and more.

Episode 52: A Year in Review

January 06, 2022 14:00 - 44 minutes - 33.5 MB

This week's episode marks 1 year of the Be The Right Club Today Podcast! Thank you to all of our loyal listeners and viewers! Hal and Chase reflect on 1 year of hosting the podcast, what they've learned, what they hope to accomplish with the podcast going forward and much more.  Let us know what your favorite episode has been!

Episode 51: Martin Chuck

December 30, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

This week, Hal and Chase sit down with Martin Chuck, Inventor and Founder of the massively popular Tour Striker training aids, Golf Digest Top 50 Instructor and Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor.    They discuss what he learned studying under George Knudson and Moe Norman, the importance of a consistent and repeatable pre-shot routine, the role that speed plays in today's golf, and reflecting honestly about the weaknesses in your golf game.

Episode 50: Ed Fiori

December 23, 2021 14:00 - 36 minutes - 27.9 MB

This week's episode features Ed "The Grip" Fiori. Ed is a 4X PGA Tour Winner and most famously defeated Tiger Woods at the 1996 Quad Cities Classic. Hal and Chase speak with Ed about his victory over Tiger, his time on the PGA Tour, and how he overcame both a heart and a kidney transplant to get a new lease on life.  Merry Christmas to all of our listeners! Enjoy!

Episode 49: Raymond Prior, PhD

December 16, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 44.5 MB

Raymond Prior, PhD joins the podcast this week to discuss all things mental game. Raymond is a Performance Consultant specializing in helping his clients compete and work at the highest level. He works with PGA Tour players, business executives, entertainers and more.   Raymond teaches the difference between nerves and anxiety, how to build stable confidence in your golf game, and how to stay grounded and practice mindfulness. He also discusses goal setting and how it can be both a benefit ...

Episode 48: Travis Fulton

December 09, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 44.9 MB

Hal and Chase sit down with Travis Fulton, instructor at Jacksonville Golf and Country Club, former Director of Instructor at TPC Sawgrass, host of the Stripe Show Podcast, and former instructional host on Golf Channel. They cover a range of topics including helping amateurs improve their golf swings by improving club face control, changing your mindset so you can increase swing speed, the practice habits of PGA Tour players, and what Trackman numbers PGA Tour players really pay attention to...

Episode 47: How Do I Improve?

December 02, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MB

How can we improve our golf game?  How long should it take to make a swing change? How can you tell if you're getting better? How can we change our focus to get the most out of our practice? Hal and Chase answer all these questions and more in this week's episode of Be The Right Club Today Podcast

Episode 46: Thanksgiving Q&A

November 25, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB

Happy Thanksgiving to all of our listeners! We're thankful that you've enjoyed the podcast so much. To show how much we appreciate you, we've dedicated this Thanksgiving episode to answering your questions! Happy Thanksgiving! 

Episode 45: Dave Stockton

November 18, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 41 MB

In this episode, Hal and Chase sit down with 10X PGA Tour Winner, 2X PGA Champion, and short game master, Dave Stockton. They discuss all things putting and short game, his time on the PGA Tour, and how to make your putting world class. 

Episode 44: Mike Schy

November 11, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB

This week on the Be The Right Club Today Podcast, Hal and Chase are joined by a very special guest, Mike Schy. Mike was Bryson DeChambeau’s long-time coach and is Director of Instruction at the Mike Schy Golf Performance Institute at Dragonfly Golf Club in Fresno, CA. They discuss all things Bryson, from the creation of single length irons to his quest for distance, to balancing the center of gravity of golf balls. Tune in for a great conversation!

Episode 43: It's All About the Face

November 04, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Are elite ball strikers born or made? In this episode, Hal and Chase discuss how controlling the club face can transform your golf game. They dive into which swing pieces open and close the face,  how you can fix your slice, eliminating a two-way miss, and much more! Watch on YouTube for visuals and demonstrations!

It's All About the Face

November 04, 2021 13:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MB

Are elite ball strikers born or made? In this episode, Hal and Chase discuss how controlling the club face can transform your golf game. They dive into which swing pieces open and close the face,  how you can fix your slice, eliminating a two-way miss, and much more! Watch on YouTube for visuals and demonstrations!

Episode 42: Paul Azinger

October 28, 2021 13:00 - 48 minutes - 35.7 MB

In this episode, Hal and Chase sit down with 12-time PGA Tour winner, 1993 PGA Champion, broadcaster, and 2008 Ryder Cup Captain, Paul Azinger. They discuss confidence vs self belief, how to effectively use the bounce in your short game, recount some fun stories from Paul and Hal's time on the PGA Tour, and more!

Episode 41: Lou Stagner

October 21, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MB

This week on the Be The Right Club Today Podcast, Hal and Chase sit down with golf statistician, Arccos Data Insights Lead and Co-Host of 'Hack It Out Golf' podcast, Lou Stagner. They dive deep into PGA Tour stats, discuss what separates the greatest players in the world from amateur golfers, managing expectations, and how to improve at golf using stats. Give him a follow @LouStagner for some great insights!

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