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Lou Stagner aka the "Golf Stat Pro" is a performance coach, podcast host, and data analyst that can help you make better decisions on the course. He has more than 150,000 followers on Twitter and one of the best guys to follow to learn how stats can transform your game.

I've been following him for years and was excited about this interview because tracking your stats can make a huge impact in your game. Stat tracking is something I discussed in-depth in my book and something I suggest for all my mental golf coaching students.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The power of expectations.
• Why every serious golfer needs to track stats.
• How driving distance can lead to a lower handicap.
• How stats provide objective data about your weaknesses.
• The logic behind aiming at the flag vs. middle of the green.
• How to save shots on and around the green to lower your scoring average.
• Why strokes gained is the best metric to measure your game (and what to track if you don't have a stat tracking program).
• And an extensive solo recap to help you reset expectations for lower scores.

Lastly, sign up for Lou's FREE newsletter for incredible insights to learn more stats to create the right expectations and play better this year.

Make sure to follow Lou Stagner on Twitter/X or on Instagram. Also, make sure to buy Arccos Golf to start tracking your game.

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Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

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Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

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Derek Blech is a former Stanford kicker turned entrepreneur, best known as the founder and CEO of STRIVR, a groundbreaking virtual reality company that's worked with NFL teams, Fortune 500 companies, and even the Department of Defense.

Now he's combining his passion for business and golf with his new podcast, Golfing CEO, where he sits down with leaders to explore the lessons the game teaches about performance, leadership, and life.

In this conversation, we'll dive into

• Derek's journey from the football field to building a multimillion-dollar tech company
• How golf continues to shape his approach to business.
• His awesome goal with Carson Palmer to qualify for multiple PGA Tour events
• What listeners can expect from his brand-new show, The Golfing CEO

And a lot more tips to help you perform under pressure. Check out Derek's links below to listen and learn more:

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Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

>> Get the Golf Scorecard and Stats Book by Wicked Smart Golf to track 50 rounds of golf.

>>DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

>>Arccos Golf: The easiest way to track and analyze your stats (use code WICKEDSMART to save 10% on sensors or grips).

Are you guessing about your golf game… or are you actually tracking it? I'll breakdown down why stat tracking is the secret weapon for every golfer who wants to shoot lower scores.

You'll learn,

• The biggest mistakes players make when tracking stats
• Which numbers actually matter in your quest for lower scores
• The best apps (and old-school methods) to use.

By the end, you'll know exactly how to turn your stats into smarter practice, better strategy, and more confidence on the course.

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Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

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Today's guest is Dr. Jeremy James — a leading authority in golf fitness, injury prevention, and spinal health. He's the founder of GolfForever, a digital training system trusted by thousands of golfers worldwide, and the co-author of the bestselling book The Younger Next Year Back Book.

Dr. James has spent his career helping golfers eliminate pain, build strength, and play the game for life — and today, he's here to share how you can do the same. In this episode, we'll cover:

• How golfers should warm up
• Core strength and avoiding back problems
• The one thing he wishes every golfer would for their fitness
• The biggest mobility and flexibility myths you need to understand
• How GolfForever can help you add strength, reduce chances of injury, and play better golf for decades to come

And a lot more. Take your health seriously so you can play this awesome game forever!

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DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

>>Get theWicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Struggling with bunker shots? You're not alone.

For many golfers, the sand is where confidence disappears and big numbers creep onto the scorecard. But the truth is, bunkers don't have to be scary—they can actually be one of the easiest shots in golf when you know how to simplify and trust your process.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why bunker fear is usually mental—not mechanical

• How to shift from panic to confidence in the sand

• The three factors every smart golfer should assess before hitting a bunker shot

• A simple mindset trick to trust your swing and accelerate success

• How building confidence in the sand can ripple through the rest of your game

Whether you're trying to save par, avoid blow-up holes, or simply enjoy your round more, this episode will give you the tools to turn bunkers into a strength instead of a weakness.

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DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

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John Novosel Jr. is today's guest and one of my favorite interviews as we cover all things tempo.

He's the co-creator of Tour Tempo, author of Tour Tempo Force, and has given thousands of lessons to players of all skill levels - from beginners all the way to major champions.

Not to mention, he's a great player himself and has competed in long drive championships, including his longest drive of 402 yards (with 130mph clubhead speed).

If you haven't read my book, Wicked Smart Golf yet, I talk abut tempo for a whole chapter and reference the importance of developing a "Tour Tempo."

Why? Because it can transform your swing with one bucket of balls. The Tour Tempo app is one of the best golf apps and without question the best $25 investment you can make in your swing.

When you listen to this interview, you will learn:

• What is the "perfect tempo."
• Why most golfer swing the club too slow.
• The secret timing of 97 of the last 100 major winners.
• How a faster tempo can create a smoother transition.
• How short game tempo differs from long game tempo.
• John's impressive long drive history where he bombed on more than 400 yards.
• More about the Tour Tempo app and how you can use it for all parts of your game.

And a lot more. If you haven't yet, download the Tour Tempo app to instantly improve your timing and hit it longer than you thought possible (without any mechanical swing changes).

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DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

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Gregg Avedon is one of the most accomplished fitness professionals in the world—with over 25 Men's Health covers, top-rated cookbooks, and more than four decades of experience.

He's trained first-time lifters, celebrities, and elite athletes… managed The Rock's private gym… and knows exactly what it takes to build a strong, athletic body that lasts.

In this episode, Gregg shares his simple but powerful approach to fitness for golfers. We'll cover a wide variety of topics including:

• The best forms of cardio to help your game — and which ones to avoid

• Why resistance training is the #1 key to unlocking more speed and longevity

• The non-negotiables for staying strong, lean, and mobile

• How to simplify your workouts and train with intention

• Why nutrition is the missing link for most golfers

And a lot more. Make sure to follow Gregg on Instagram and check out his book, Muscle Chow to learn his recipes for staying lean 365 days/year.

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DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

>>Get the Golf Scorecard and Stats Book by Wicked Smart Golf to track 50 rounds of golf.

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In today's episode, I share new insights to Tiger Woods mental game based on the 2002 book, Think Like Tiger by John Andrisani. This book is a great read and shares valuable insights into how the GOAT thinks about the game.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How planning the night before can boost your mental game
• The Bobby Jones tip that inspired his mid round confidence
• The two things Earl Woods taught him that will help your game
• Why rehearsal swings are a necessary part of your pre-shot routine

And a lot more.

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DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

HackMotion: The best wrist trainer in golf and become your swing coach (use code WICKEDSMART to save 5% on your investment).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).

>> Get the Golf Scorecard and Stats Book by Wicked Smart Golf to track 50 rounds of golf. You'll also have room on each page to document swing thoughts, mental game strategies, and your best shots after each round.

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Bryce Cope is back on the podcast (first ep was #95) and here to help you fix common swing issues. Not only is Bryce a highly sought after coach but a +5 handicap as well. He simplifies the golf swing like very few people can and will help you build a more consistent swing.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How a weak grip leads to all sorts of issues.
• How to properly hinge your wrists in the backswing.
• The importance of feet flare at setup for balance and clearing your hips.
• Why early extension might be the only reason you're actually hitting the ball.
• The biggest bunker mistake most golfers make.
• How to stop 3-putting so often.

And a lot more epic advice.

If your swing needs help, make sure to reach out to Bryce for a lesson on Skillest today. You can follow Bryce on TikTok and or Instagram for daily golf tips.

WICKED SMART GOLF Recommended Products

DECADE Golf: The #1 course management system to think like a pro (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%).

Rypstick: The #1 speed trainer to add 10+ yards in 40 days or less (use code WICKEDSMART to save 20%)

Golf Forever: The best way to work on your golf fitness at home or the gym, with easy to follow plans & app (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 15%).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 75+ Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Also, don't forget to connect on social media:

Follow on TikTok

Follow on Instagram

Subscribe on YouTube

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf on Amazon or Audible (ideal for beginner to intermediate golfers who want 111 ways to play better without swing changes.

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf II on Amazon or Audible (perfect for golfers looking to break 80 consistently).

Read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III on Amazon or Audible (best for players wanting to dominate competitive events).