Golfing Mechanics
14 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 18 ratingsThe Golfing Mechanics podcast takes a deep dive into golf performance. We interview elite players, coaches and sport scientists to find out more about how we can improve the way we learn and play this great game.
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Connor Returns from the (British) Open - Part 2
August 15, 2021 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBThe second half recapping Connor's experience caddying in the British Open (and the 3 European Tour events prior to the Open). Topics include the level of play, driving distance, and course management concepts that are vital when trying to win a tournament during the final round! Once again, please rate and subscribe if you have not, and enjoy!!!
Connor Returns from the (British) Open - Part 1
August 07, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MBIn Episode 11, Connor and Will are back in business, and discuss Connor's 4 week stretch as a caddie on the European Tour (BMW International, Irish Open, Scottish Open and the British Open). Will interviews Connor about his first experience travelling on the European Tour, and lessons he learned along the way. We cover life as a caddy, course management strategies used by elite golfers and many funny stories in this part.
Connor's Corner #1: My First Week as a European Tour Caddie
June 29, 2021 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBThis episode was recorded in Munich, Germany after the BMW International which was won by Viktor Hovland. Connor discusses his first week on the bag for his pal Johannes who plays the European Tour. If you like our content, subscribe and rate! Check out seriousgolftalk.com and golfinsideruk.com for more golf content.
Tom Boys: Lead Analyst for the Upgame App
June 20, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBIn Episode 10, Will and Connor interview Tom Boys, a performance analyst who works with some of the worlds best players (e.g. Tommy Fleetwood). Boys is also the lead analyst for the popular golf stat tracking app, Upgame. In this episode, Tom talks about the numbers side of the game, and how properly understanding one's game can lead to rapidly improved performance. Additionally, we discuss key differences between playing on various professional tours, and how the traits necessary for compe...
George Cunningham: Kornferry Tour Player (University of Arizona)
June 06, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBWith 6 top tens already under his belt this season, George Cunningham is in a great spot for the rest of his Kornferry Tour season as he attempts to gain his PGA TOUR card. Will and Connor interview George (who is travelling to his next event in his RV), and discuss slumps, practice routines, swing thoughts, BodiTrak Pressure mats, and much more! If you enjoy this episode, rate it five stars and drop a comment below! Hosts: Connor Black, Serious Golf Talk: https://www.seriousgolftalk.com/...
Doug Ghim: PGA TOUR Player, Former #1 Amateur in the World
May 17, 2021 03:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBIn this episode, Will and Connor interview Doug Ghim of the PGA TOUR. Doug is one of the younger players on tour, and is having a very solid 2020-2021 season thus far, highlighted with a final pairing in the Players Championship alongside Justin Thomas. Doug discusses in depth what changes he has implemented into his training and performance this season, and how it is benefiting his game. Doug discusses his team (swing, putting, mental, etc.), as well as his preferred methods of practice.
Dr. Sasho Mackenzie: Sport Biomechanics Professor/Researcher, PING and FootJoy Biomechanics Consultant
May 03, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBDr Sasho MacKenzie's research dives into the biomechanical attributes that underpin golf performance. In this episode, we discuss the biomechanics behind accuracy, distance in the golf swing. We also cover how to make changes, what constitutes great practice and The Stack System. Links: The Stack System: https://www.thestacksystem.com/ Dr Sasho MacKenzie: https://twitter.com/sashomackenzie Hosts: Connor Black, Serious Golf Talk: https://www.seriousgolftalk.com/ Will Shaw, Golf Inside...
Nick Pugh: From Playing to Teaching to Caddying for the World's Best Players
April 25, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBIn this Episode, Will and Connor interview European Tour caddie, Nick Pugh. Nick is currently caddying for Lucas Herbert, a top 100 player in the OWGR from Australia. We dive into Nick's progression through the world of golf and have performance-based conversations regarding each chapter-- as a teacher, player and now caddie. If you like this episode, please rate our show 5 stars and leave a nice review below! Hosts: Connor Black, Serious Golf Talk: https://www.seriousgolftalk.com/ Will...
Simon Dyson: 6x European Tour Winner, Performance Coach
April 19, 2021 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBIn this episode, Will and Connor interview the former world number 26, Simon Dyson. Simon has an impressive professional career starting with winning the Asian Tour Order of Merit in 2000, and then going on to have sixteen season on the European Tour which included six wins! Simon currently is a performance coach out of Mottram Hall, and shared many of his lessons as a coach and player in this episode. To follow Simon, check out his Instagram at @simondysongolf or his Twitter at @simondyso...
Andrew Parr: Life Engineer & Former European Tour Pro
April 11, 2021 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBIn this episode of Golfing Mechanics, Will and Connor interview the young Canadian Life Engineer, Andrew Parr. Fun fact: Andrew is one of the few people that can say he has had the lead in a US Open! In this episode, we discuss how to become less fragile and more robust as athletes, various approaches to elite golf development, golf psychology, as well as how he goes about helping different players. Andrew also had a life changing experience at the young age of twenty-four, he discusses ...
Kevin Kirk: PGA Tour Coach, 2019 PGA Teacher of the Year and Director of Instruction
April 05, 2021 01:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBIn this episode of Golfing Mechanics, we are joined by one of the BEST golf coaches in the world, Kevin Kirk. Kevin was very open about his approach to coaching golfers of all levels, and was candid about what he knows regarding the common dream of becoming an elite touring professional. Kevin has worked with many notable players, including U.S. Open Champion Graeme McDowell and Patrick Reed. Will Shaw @ Golf Insider UK Connor Black @ Serious Golf Talk
Alison Lee: LPGA Tour Player, Under Armour Athlete
March 29, 2021 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBIn Episode 2 of the podcast, Alison Lee of the LPGA Tour joins Will and Connor to discuss topics ranging from coaching beginner golfers, junior golf development, playing in the U.S. Open as a 14 year old, getting out of slumps, and the best perks that come along with being a phenomenal LPGA Tour player. If you want to follow Alison Lee on Instagram, you can at @thealisonlee . If you like this Podcast, be sure to rate it five stars, subscribe and share!
Hugo Dobson: Euro Pro Tour Player
March 21, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBHugo joins the Golfing Mechanics Podcast to discuss the processes and strategies he is currently employing in his quest of a European Tour Card. Much is discussed in this episode with topics including: the importance of self-identity, transitioning from amateur golf to pro golf, how Hugo approaches practice, swing thoughts and whether to have them or not, and much more. Along the way, the hosts of Golfing Mechanics, Dr. Will Shaw and Connor Black, share their perspectives and a lot of laughs.
Golfing Mechanics - The Nuts and Bolts of Elite Golf Performance
March 21, 2021 02:00 - 1 minute - 728 KBWelcome to Golfing Mechanics, a show that takes a deep dive into golf performance. We interview elite players, coaches and sport scientists to find out more about how we can improve the way we learn and play this great game. We’re on a journey to find the information we both wish we’d had as teenagers trying to become elite golf professionals. This show is us asking the geeky questions to the experts and sharing this information with you. We’ll do our best to ask questions that other shows...