Your Golf Performance Podcast

PGA Tour Stats That Will Change Your Expectations
Do you expect to hole every 5-footer? Hit every wedge inside 10 feet? Get up and down every time you miss a green?You might be expecting way too much from your golf.
In this episode of Wednesday Wisdom, I break down five PGA Tour stats that might surprise you — and show just how unrealistic our expectations can become.
We look at putting percentages, proximity to the hole, scrambling and more to compare what golfers think great players should do versus what the best players in the world actually do.

Inside the Ropes: What the Best Golfers Do Differently | Jason Shortall
Former PGA Tour caddie Jason Shortall joins the Your Golf Performance Podcast to share stories and lessons from a career spent alongside some of the best players in the game.Jason has caddied for the likes of Ricky Barnes, Chris Kirk, Justin Thomas, Sung Kang, Jarrod Lyle and Tom Kim — including being on the bag for Justin Thomas’ first professional victory, Chris Kirk’s 2011 Viking Classic win, Sung Kang’s 2019 Byron Nelson victory and Jarrod Lyle’s unforgettable hole-in-one on the 16th at the Phoenix Open.
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Are You Practising… Or Just Hitting Balls?There’s a big difference between hitting balls and actually practising.In this Wednesday Wisdom, I talk about a post I saw showing someone with a shag bag, hitting chip after chip to the same hole — and why hitting 100 balls from the same spot might not be as productive as it feels.Repetition certainly has its place, particularly when you’re working on a technical change. But if you want your practice to transfer to the golf course, you need variability, different challenges and some form of pressure or consequence.Make your practice look mor...

Craig Hocknull has built one of the most unique careers in golf.
From competing at the highest levels of professional golf to becoming an award-winning coach, inventor and entrepreneur, Craig has experienced the game from almost every angle.In this episode, we dive into Craig’s journey through professional golf, what separates the best players from the rest, his approach to coaching and speed development, how technology and social media are changing golf instruction, and the lessons he’s learned throughout his career.A fascinating conversation about playing, coaching, improvement and building a life in golf.

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Ever hit a couple of bad shots and suddenly start trying to fix your golf swing mid-round?
A new swing thought. A grip change. Slow it down. Stay down. Turn more. Before you know it, you’re five holes deep into a swing you’ve never made before. In this Wednesday Wisdom, I talk about why the golf course isn’t the place to rebuild your swing, how quickly searching for fixes can derail a round, and what you should focus on instead when things aren’t going your way. Sometimes your swing hasn’t disappeared at all — you just need to...

Nick Clinard returns to the Your Golf Performance Podcast after an incredible few years leading the Auburn University men's golf program.
Since our last conversation, Nick has guided Auburn to two NCAA National Championships and coached one of the most exciting young talents in world golf, Jackson Koivun, on his journey to becoming a PGA TOUR winner.
In this episode, we dive into what Nick has learnt since becoming a national championship coach, how his coaching philosophy has evolved, and the leadership lessons that come with managing one of the best college golf programs in the world.
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In this week's Wednesday Wisdom, I share a recent coaching experience that reinforced one of the biggest lessons in golf improvement: a great range swing doesn't automatically lead to great golf on the course.
I had a student who consistently swung the club well during lessons, but the moment we stepped onto the golf course, everything changed. Different decisions, different emotions, different swing patterns.That's because golf isn't just about technique—it's about transferring skills from a controlled practice environment into a real-world performance environment where pressure, consequences, and decision-making all come into play.In this episode, I explain:Wh...

In this episode, I sit down with one of Australia's leading golf coaches, Ryan Mouque, to dive into why so many golfers struggle to improve despite putting in plenty of time and effort.We discuss:Why most amateur golfers plateau.The biggest mistakes golfers make when trying to improve.Why online coaching can be one of the fastest ways to lower your scores.The importance of having a structured system instead of constantly searching for swing tips.How AimPoint has changed the way golfers read greens and why having a repeatable process leads to better putting under pressure.Whether you're...

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One of the biggest lessons I took away this week didn't happen on a golf course... it happened during a personal training session.
My trainer had me learning a new movement pattern, and the instruction was simple: slow everything down.
Every repetition had to be deliberate, controlled, and intentional. It felt awkward at first, but that's exactly the point. When you're trying to build a new movement, speed often hides mistakes instead of fixing them.
It's no...

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This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, Brent Dale sits down with Easton Key, Head Coach at Austin Peay State University, to go behind the scenes of college golf in the United States. From recruiting and player development to the habits that separate elite college golfers from the rest, Easton shares what coaches are really looking for—and the common mistakes juniors and parents make along the way. In this episode, we cover:What life is really like as a...

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Ryan Fox's story is a powerful reminder that success in golf doesn't always follow the same timeline. He didn't play his first competitive golf tournament until he was 18, became a rookie on the DP World Tour at 30, and has now established himself as one of the best players in the world—highlighted by his incredible performance at The Open Championship. In this episode, I talk about why comparing your journey to someone else's can be one of the biggest mistakes yo...

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What's it really like trying to make it as a professional golfer?This week, Brent sits down with newly graduated PGA Professional Reid Brown, who is documenting the unfiltered journey of chasing a career on tour. From long drives, airport lounges and cheap hotels to practice rounds, Pro-Ams, tournament golf and coaching back home to fund the dream, Reid shares what life is actually like for an aspiring tour professional.The conversation dives into the sacrifices, financial realities and mental...

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The Open Championship is one of the greatest tests in golf—but if you watch closely, there are plenty of lessons that can help you play better golf too.
In this episode of Wednesday Wisdom, I share some things every golfer can learn from watching the world's best tackle links golf. From accepting bad breaks and controlling trajectory to choosing simpler shots, managing tough conditions and fully committing to every decision.
The Open reminds us that great golf is...

In this episode of the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I sit down with Tony Meyer, one of Australian golf's most experienced high-performance leaders and coaches. Tony's journey has taken him from a PGA traineeship at Bowral Golf Club and an Australian Institute of Sport scholarship to coaching some of Australia's leading emerging golfers, serving as a State and National Coach, leading Golf Australia's high-performance strategy, managing Australia's golf team at the Paris Olympic Games, and now working as Head of Performance and Player Strategy for Ripper GC in the LIV Golf League. We dive into what truly separates the best...

In this week's Wednesday Wisdom, I talk about a trap I see golfers fall into all the time: being busy instead of being productive.It's easy to spend hours at the driving range, hit hundreds of balls, and walk away feeling like you've worked hard.
But if your practice has no purpose, no feedback, and no plan, those hours often lead to very little improvement.In this episode, I explain the difference between simply putting in time and practising with intention. Whether you're a junior golfer chasing bigger goals, a club golfer trying to lower your handicap, or a...

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This week, I’m joined by former PGA Tour winner Robert Garrigus. Robert shares the journey from community college golf to competing against the best players in the world, proving there is more than one pathway to the PGA Tour.
We discuss how he became one of the longest hitters in professional golf, his breakthrough years between 2010 and 2012, what it's like contending in major championships, and his memorable T3 finish at the 2011 U.S. Open. We also dive into his unique short-putter setup, the realities of life on tour, lessons learned from playoff defeats, and the advice he'd give as...

One of the biggest mistakes I see golfers make around the greens is using the same setup regardless of the lie. When you've got a soft, wet lie, the club can dig into the turf very easily. A simple adjustment that can make a huge difference is standing a little taller and allowing the shaft to sit more upright at address. When golfers get too bent over with the handle very low, the leading edge tends to dig. By standing taller, you can encourage the club to work through the turf with less resistance and use the bounce more effectively...

In this episode of the Your Golf Performance Podcast, we sit down with Earl McGlinn — one of Australia's leading high-performance golf coaches. Growing up in a golfing family, Earl represented New South Wales as an elite amateur before transitioning into coaching, where he now works closely with the next generation of Australia's top players through the Golf NSW pathway programs. We dive into Earl's journey from player to coach, the lessons he learned caddying for emerging tour professionals, and what separates talented juniors from those who successfully make the leap to elite amateur and professional golf. Earl shares his coaching ph...

The toughest test in golf is back. In this episode, we preview the 2026 U.S. Open at the iconic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club and break down the players most likely to lift the trophy on Sunday. We discuss why Shinnecock remains one of the most demanding major championship venues in the world, how the course setup could influence scoring, and which skills are essential to contend when par is a great score. We also reveal our top 10 chances for the week, including:Can Scottie Scheffler continue his remarkable run and add a U.S. Open title to his résumé?Wi...

This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I sit down with lifelong friend and highly respected golf coach Christian Rainey. Christian's journey in golf has taken him from Australia to the United States to compete in college golf, before returning home to work with some of Australia's best young players as a state coach with Golf Australia. Following college, he also spent time caddying at the iconic Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in New York, one of the most famous venues in world golf and host of this week's U.S. Open. In this episode we discuss: 🏌️ The biggest shocks Austr...

In this week's Wednesday Wisdom, I discuss the art of getting better at golf and why improvement starts with understanding where your game really sits. I break down how many greens in regulation golfers of different handicap levels typically hit, and why having realistic benchmarks can help you focus your practice on the areas that matter most. I also dive into the importance of slowing down your breathing on the golf course and how controlling your breathing can help settle your nerves, improve decision-making, and ultimately lead to better golf shots. Finally, I discuss one of the most valuable skills...

This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I sit down with PGA Professional and Head Teaching Professional art Long Reef Golf Club, Michael Infanti. Michael's coaching philosophy is simple: "Simplicity is Key." After completing his PGA traineeship at Penrith Golf Club and spending time playing professional golf, he found his true passion in coaching. Since joining Long Reef Golf Club in 2016, Michael has built one of the strongest junior and women's golf programs on Sydney's Northern Beaches while helping golfers of all levels improve their games. In this episode, we discuss:Why simplicity is so important when coaching golfThe...

Wednesday Wisdom: "Swing Your Swing" – The Most Misunderstood Advice in Golf.
One of the most common phrases you'll hear in golf is, "Just swing your swing."And to a point, I understand what people mean.
When you look at the best players in the world, not everybody swings the club the same way. Jim Furyk, Matthew Wolff, Bubba Watson, Scottie Scheffler – they all have movements that look unique.
But here's what most golfers miss...Those players have spent decades building those swings. They've hit millions of golf balls. They've learned exactly how to time those movements and make...

Aron Price: PGA Tour Life, Identity Beyond Golf & A Second Shot at the U.S. Open What happens when your dream comes true… and then it ends? This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, Brent sits down with former PGA Tour player Aron Price to discuss the highs and lows of professional golf, the challenge of building an identity beyond the game, and his incredible journey from the PGA Tour to a successful career in real estate. Aron opens up about the pressure of elite competition, how results can become tied to self-worth, dealing with imposter syndrome, and the di...

In this Wednesday Wisdom episode, I dive into one of the biggest separators between average golfers and players who actually improve long term — investing in yourself.I reference LIV Golf winner Lucas Herbert and how, after earning one of his first big paydays in professional golf, he immediately reinvested into his career by surrounding himself with the right team: coaches, physios, fitness trainers, and mental performance support.
Too many golfers say they want to improve, yet they continue to guess their way through practice, avoid the uncomfortable work, and spend more time doing what feels good instead of what ac...

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This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, Brent sits down with Australian tour professional Lucas Herbert — a winner on five different professional tours around the world and a recent...

This week on Wednesday Wisdom, Brent Dale dives into the incredible career journey of Justin Rose — and why golfers should follow the PLAYER, not just the TOUR.From finishing 4th at The Open as a 17-year-old amateur, to missing cuts, losing confidence, rebuilding his game, winning a U.S. Open, becoming World No.1, and fighting through form slumps later in his career… Justin Rose’s story is one of the best examples of what elite golf REALLY looks like.This episode explores:Why golf careers are never linearThe hidden struggles even elite players faceWhat juniors, parents, and golfers can learn from R...

This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I sit down with elite club fitter Alex Dudley-Bateman to dive deep into the world of tour-level club fitting and equipment performance. We discuss what the best players in Australia are looking for in their drivers, irons, wedges and putters, including launch, spin, peak height, landing angles and the numbers that really matter at the elite level. Alex shares what separates great ball strikers from average golfers, how tour players approach equipment decisions, and whether the best players are actually as fussy with clubs as people think. We also chat about Scotty...

This week on Wednesday Wisdom, Brent breaks down his biggest contenders for the PGA Championship and why modern major championship golf is becoming more and more of a test of elite driving, long iron play and emotional control under pressure. From the obvious favourites like Scottie Scheffler and Rory McIlroy through to players like Justin Rose, Tommy Fleetwood and Cameron Young, Brent shares what separates genuine major championship contenders from the rest of the field.
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This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I’m joined by Doug Lawrie, one of Canada’s leading high-performance golf coaches and the 2022 Canadian PGA Coach of the Year. Doug has helped develop elite junior golfers through his work at Focus Golf Group and has spent years building systems that help players maximise their potential both on and off the golf course. In this episode, we dive deep into junior golf development and discuss what separates the players who progress to elite levels from those who plateau along the way. Doug shares what he sees in the best young play...

In this week’s Wednesday Wisdom, Brent dives into a simple shift that can completely change how you view your own golf… Stop following the PGA Tour — and start following a player. When you watch the PGA Tour highlights, you’re seeing the absolute best of the best, at their absolute best. Flagsticks getting attacked, putts dropping from everywhere, and scorecards that look almost unrealistic. But that’s not real golf. In this episode, Brent explains why following an individual player gives you a far more accurate picture of what the game actually looks like — the ups, the downs, the missed cuts...

Brent sits down with rising Australian star Raegan Denton to unpack one of the most exciting junior-to-elite journeys in golf right now. Growing up in the small coastal town of Coffin Bay, Raegan didn’t follow the typical pathway. With limited options around her, she picked up a golf club alongside her brother — and what started as something to do quickly turned into something much bigger. In this episode, Raegan shares when she first fell in love with the game, the moment she realised she could compete with the best, and the practice habits that have helped her rise to the...

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In this solo episode of the Your Golf Performance Podcast, Brent Dale breaks down the must-have training aids he uses with players of all levels — from beginners right through to elite juniors and tournament players. If you’ve ever wondered what training tools are actually worth your money (and which ones just collect dust), this episode is your blueprint. 
Brent dives into the exact aids he uses, as well as the Your Golf Performance Online Academy — a growing library of drills and games designed to help you practice better and get real results.

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In this episode, we sit down with Rich Beem — major champion, fan favourite, and one of the most honest voices in golf. Rich takes us inside his incredible win at the 2002 PGA Championship, going toe-to-toe with Tiger Woods down the stretch, and what it really felt like to close out one of the biggest events in the game. Brent actually became a fan of Rich after reading about his journey 20+ years ago — drawn to his personality, honesty, and the very different path he took compared to the modern, ultra-structured Tour player. We dive into that side of his career — the lifest...

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In this episode, I sit down with Steven Giuliano to dive deep into one of the most talked-about systems in golf — AimPoint — and why it’s become such a powerful tool for players at every level, from amateurs to the world’s best. We break down how AimPoint actually works, why so many golfers struggle to read greens, and how having a simple...

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In this episode, I break down the recent win of Rory McIlroy at Augusta National Golf Club and dive into a concept that could completely change how you approach your own game. What if lowering your expectations is actually the key to playing your best golf? We often put so much pressure on ourselves to perform, to score, and to “have a good day” that it ends up d...

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This week on the Your Golf Performance Podcast, I’m joined by one of Australia’s most respected high-performance coaches, Ritchie Smith. Ritchie is a multiple-time Coach of the Year and has worked with some of the best players in the world, including Minjee Lee, Min Woo Lee, Hannah Green, and a long list of elite amateurs and professionals. From Olympic teams to major championships, his coaching journey sits righ...

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