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Gopher Golf Podcast

162 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

Gopher Golf is all about maximizing the golf experience. We want you to play your best golf. However, in order to do that, the mental game is a challange that needs to be addressed. That's what Gopher Golf focuses on; Improve your golf game by improving your thinking. We offer helpful discussions on certain areas regarding thinking, mindset adjustments, golf tips and some minor swing tips to get you out of slumps. Additionally, PGA Tour news, equipment, products, courses, etc. are discussed throughout the podcasts. Ben Stefan runs the podcast shows and has close to 30 years of golf experience. He is an avid golfer with a passion for the game and improving to become the best golfer he can be. He shares his tips based on experience which can help an avarage golfer become a good golfer.

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Episodes

[048] - Gopher Golf - Just Hit It, Dont Over Think It

June 18, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

This episode discusses a little recent PGA news and a little tip to help avoid overthinking and analyzing shots, that may be doing more harm than good for your game. 

[048] - Gopher Golf - Just Hit It, Dont Over Think It

June 18, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

This episode discusses a little recent PGA news and a little tip to help avoid overthinking and analyzing shots, that may be doing more harm than good for your game. 

Gopher Golf - Just Hit It, Dont Over Think It [S3E2]

June 18, 2021 02:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

This episode discusses a little recent PGA news and a little tip to help avoid overthinking and analyzing shots, that may be doing more harm than good for your game. 

[047] - Gopher Golf - Getting the Rust Out

May 14, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

This episode discusses getting the rust out as we get back out on the course this season as well as some PGA thoughts and a couple of tips to get your swing working after limited play through the winter months. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Getting the Rust Out [S3E1]

May 14, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

This episode discusses getting the rust out as we get back out on the course this season as well as some PGA thoughts and a couple of tips to get your swing working after limited play through the winter months. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[047] - Gopher Golf - Getting the Rust Out

May 14, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MB

This episode discusses getting the rust out as we get back out on the course this season as well as some PGA thoughts and a couple of tips to get your swing working after limited play through the winter months. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[046] - Gopher Golf - Offseason Physical & Mental Improvement

December 23, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episode discusses the offseason as we go into the Winter months. The weather may get too cold for golf, but when you can't play there are plenty of ways to use the downtime to your advantage and build a strong physical and mental foundation to take you into the 2021 golf season so you can play better golf. This is the final episode of Season 2. Season 3 should begin in late March or early April 2021. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher G...

Gopher Golf - Offseason Physical & Mental Improvement [S2E25]

December 23, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episode discusses the offseason as we go into the Winter months. The weather may get too cold for golf, but when you can't play there are plenty of ways to use the downtime to your advantage and build a strong physical and mental foundation to take you into the 2021 golf season so you can play better golf. This is the final episode of Season 2. Season 3 should begin in late March or early April 2021. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher G...

[046] - Gopher Golf - Offseason Physical & Mental Improvement

December 23, 2020 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

This episode discusses the offseason as we go into the Winter months. The weather may get too cold for golf, but when you can't play there are plenty of ways to use the downtime to your advantage and build a strong physical and mental foundation to take you into the 2021 golf season so you can play better golf. This is the final episode of Season 2. Season 3 should begin in late March or early April 2021. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher G...

Gopher Golf - The Dustin Johnson & the 2020 Masters [S2E24]

November 20, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

This episode focuses on the Dustin Johnson win at the 2020 Masters, how impressive it was and his career to this point.   You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[045] - Gopher Golf - The Dustin Johnson & the 2020 Masters

November 20, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

This episode focuses on the Dustin Johnson win at the 2020 Masters, how impressive it was and his career to this point.    You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[045] - Gopher Golf - The Dustin Johnson & the 2020 Masters

November 20, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

This episode focuses on the Dustin Johnson win at the 2020 Masters, how impressive it was and his career to this point.    You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - The 2020 Masters and Putting Tip [S2E23]

November 14, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

This episode focuses on the 2020 Masters and a putting tip to help with consistency. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[044] - Gopher Golf - The 2020 Masters and Putting Tip

November 14, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

This episode focuses on the 2020 Masters and a putting tip to help with consistency. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[044] - Gopher Golf - The 2020 Masters and Putting Tip

November 14, 2020 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MB

This episode focuses on the 2020 Masters and a putting tip to help with consistency. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Im Back! Talking Golf Golf Golf [S2E22]

November 06, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

This episode dives into a little PGA talk and rhythm on the golf course.  Also discusses a little drill to keep the left arm straight through the backswing for increased power. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

[043] - Gopher Golf - Im Back! Talking Golf Golf Golf

November 06, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

This episode dives into a little PGA talk and rhythm on the golf course.  Also discusses a little drill to keep the left arm straight through the backswing for increased power. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

[043] - Gopher Golf - Im Back! Talking Golf Golf Golf

November 06, 2020 03:00 - 24 minutes - 17 MB

This episode dives into a little PGA talk and rhythm on the golf course.  Also discusses a little drill to keep the left arm straight through the backswing for increased power. You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

[042] - Gopher Golf - Bryson DeChambeau and the U.S. Open

September 25, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open and Bryson DeChambeau. There is a simple golf tip at the end of this one as well. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[042] - Gopher Golf - Bryson DeChambeau and the U.S. Open

September 25, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open and Bryson DeChambeau. There is a simple golf tip at the end of this one as well. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Bryson DeChambeau and the U.S. Open [S2E21]

September 25, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open and Bryson DeChambeau. There is a simple golf tip at the end of this one as well. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[041] - Gopher Golf - U.S. Open Talk and Shot Visualization

September 18, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open/R1 as well as shot visualization, the importance of it and how to do it. Also, one technical swing tip at the end. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - U.S. Open Talk and Shot Visualization [S2E20]

September 18, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open/R1 as well as shot visualization, the importance of it and how to do it. Also, one technical swing tip at the end. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[041] - Gopher Golf - U.S. Open Talk and Shot Visualization

September 18, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB

This episode discusses the U.S. Open/R1 as well as shot visualization, the importance of it and how to do it. Also, one technical swing tip at the end. The episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[040] - Gopher Golf - Dustin Johnson Greatness and Visualizing

September 11, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

This episode discusses how good DJ is playing as well as a visualization refresher to help you visualize shots in your pre-swing routine. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[040] - Gopher Golf - Dustin Johnson Greatness and Visualizing

September 11, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

This episode discusses how good DJ is playing as well as a visualization refresher to help you visualize shots in your pre-swing routine. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Dustin Johnson Greatness and Visualizing [S2E19]

September 11, 2020 02:00 - 19 minutes - 13.2 MB

This episode discusses how good DJ is playing as well as a visualization refresher to help you visualize shots in your pre-swing routine. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[039] - Gopher Golf - Golf Swing Struggles

September 07, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode discusses the BMW Championship, struggles with the golf swing and how to work through it, deal with the adversity, and grind to put together halfway decent rounds when things aren't going your way. Note: This episode was recorded on 9/3, posting was slightly delayed. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[039] - Gopher Golf - Golf Swing Struggles

September 07, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode discusses the BMW Championship, struggles with the golf swing and how to work through it, deal with the adversity, and grind to put together halfway decent rounds when things aren't going your way. Note: This episode was recorded on 9/3, posting was slightly delayed. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Golf Swing Struggles [S2E18]

September 07, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode discusses the BMW Championship, struggles with the golf swing and how to work through it, deal with the adversity, and grind to put together halfway decent rounds when things aren't going your way. Note: This episode was recorded on 9/3, posting was slightly delayed. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[038] - Gopher Golf - Keep It In Play

August 28, 2020 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode discusses DJ's amazing performance at the Northern Trust, Pinehurst, and keeping it in play / managing your round thoughtfully to shoot better scores. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[038] - Gopher Golf - Keep It In Play

August 28, 2020 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode discusses DJ's amazing performance at the Northern Trust, Pinehurst, and keeping it in play / managing your round thoughtfully to shoot better scores. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Keep It In Play [S2E17]

August 28, 2020 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode discusses DJ's amazing performance at the Northern Trust, Pinehurst, and keeping it in play / managing your round thoughtfully to shoot better scores. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[037] - Gopher Golf - Getting Confidence

August 21, 2020 02:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on how to get confidence back if you feel like you are losing confidence in your game. Confidence is key, don't let it slip away. Some PGA news is also discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[037] - Gopher Golf - Getting Confidence

August 21, 2020 02:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on how to get confidence back if you feel like you are losing confidence in your game. Confidence is key, don't let it slip away. Some PGA news is also discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Getting Confidence [S2E16]

August 21, 2020 02:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on how to get confidence back if you feel like you are losing confidence in your game. Confidence is key, don't let it slip away. Some PGA news is also discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - Ego Golfer [S2E15]

August 13, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

This episode discusses the ego on the golf course and how to reduce its adverse impact on your golf game. Tip for short putts also discussed in this episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[036] - Gopher Golf - Ego Golfer

August 13, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

This episode discusses the ego on the golf course and how to reduce its adverse impact on your golf game. Tip for short putts also discussed in this episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

[036] - Gopher Golf - Ego Golfer

August 13, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

This episode discusses the ego on the golf course and how to reduce its adverse impact on your golf game. Tip for short putts also discussed in this episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf

Gopher Golf - More Mental Game Tips [S2E14]

August 07, 2020 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.53 MB

This episode focuses on mindset and discusses two clips from two great sports psychologists, Dr. Bob Rotella and Gio Valiante. These clips were two interviews from years ago I found when watching some online golf videos. I took these excerpts and discussed them a little as I thought they are very beneficial for the average golfer.  This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf ti...

[035] - Gopher Golf - More Mental Game Tips

August 07, 2020 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.53 MB

This episode focuses on mindset and discusses two clips from two great sports psychologists, Dr. Bob Rotella and Gio Valiante. These clips were two interviews from years ago I found when watching some online golf videos. I took these excerpts and discussed them a little as I thought they are very beneficial for the average golfer.  This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf ti...

[035] - Gopher Golf - More Mental Game Tips

August 07, 2020 01:00 - 13 minutes - 9.53 MB

This episode focuses on mindset and discusses two clips from two great sports psychologists, Dr. Bob Rotella and Gio Valiante. These clips were two interviews from years ago I found when watching some online golf videos. I took these excerpts and discussed them a little as I thought they are very beneficial for the average golfer.  This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf ti...

Gopher Golf - Swing Speed & Backswing [S2E13]

July 31, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode focuses on swing speed, specifically the backswing. Stretching for range of motion, golf tips, and PGA stuff is also discussed in the episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

[034] - Gopher Golf - Swing Speed & Backswing

July 31, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode focuses on swing speed, specifically the backswing. Stretching for range of motion, golf tips, and PGA stuff is also discussed in the episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

Gopher Golf - Tournament Golf Reality [S2E13]

July 31, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode focuses on swing speed, specifically the backswing. Stretching for range of motion, golf tips, and PGA stuff is also discussed in the episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/GopherGolf)

[034] - Gopher Golf - Swing Speed & Backswing

July 31, 2020 02:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This episode focuses on swing speed, specifically the backswing. Stretching for range of motion, golf tips, and PGA stuff is also discussed in the episode. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

[033] - Gopher Golf - Tournament Golf Reality

July 24, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on tournament golf, what to expect, consider and think on the course when you are playing in a tournament. Latest PGA tourney is discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

[033] - Gopher Golf - Tournament Golf Reality

July 24, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on tournament golf, what to expect, consider and think on the course when you are playing in a tournament. Latest PGA tourney is discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

Gopher Golf - Tournament Golf Reality [S2E12]

July 24, 2020 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

This episode focuses on tournament golf, what to expect, consider and think on the course when you are playing in a tournament. Latest PGA tourney is discussed as well as a little golf tip. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com

[032] - Gopher Golf - Putting Help

July 17, 2020 01:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

The main focus of this episode is on putting and minor tips to help improve your stroke to get more putts drained. The latest with the PGA and a couple other golf tips are discussed as well. This episode was conducted outside with a cocktail and cigar, there may be minor background noise.  You can check out the Gopher Golf website for more golf tips at this link: Gopher Golf www.gophergolfinc.com