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This episode of Wicked Smart Golf features Scott Fawcett, the creator of DECADE Golf and the man who revolutionized golf strategy through data-driven performance analytics. As a consultant for PGA Tour stars and elite amateurs, Fawcett shares how his DECADE system removes the guesswork from every shot.

What's inside the episode:

• The "Double Cross" Trap: Why chasing two shot shapes with your driver is statistically the fastest way to blow up your scorecard.
• Tiger's Secret 5: The specific scoring mistakes Tiger Woods tracked to lower his average by nearly a full shot overnight.
• The 150-Yard Myth: Why aiming at the flag with a wedge in your hand is actually a "distraction" that leads to bogeys.
• Putting Math vs. Traditional Advice: Why you should stop trying to hit lag putts 17 inches past the hole.
• The "Mini Clock" Chipping Routine: A transformative practice drill to master proximity and stop "blowing" easy saves around the green.
• The Decision Fatigue Cure: How elite players like Stewart Cink used DECADE to stay fresh during tournaments by letting math make their decisions.

And a lot more strategy tips.

And a lot more golf strategy tips.

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In today's solo episode I share more about finishing 5th in the 2026 Phoenix City Championship. From how I practiced in April, preparation, mental game lessons, and more.

If you're ready to conquer competition make sure to read or listen to Wicked Smart Golf III - designed for tournament golfers.

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Debbie O'Connell is a PGA professional, speaker, author, and one of the most inspiring voices in golf. She's dedicated her career to helping players build confidence, develop a winning mindset, and actually enjoy the game more.

Her philosophy is simple but powerful—your attitude can be your greatest asset, both in golf and in life.

She's been named LPGA National Professional of the Year, featured in Golf Digest's Top 50 Women Teachers, and continues to impact golfers through her coaching, retreats, and training programs.

If you enjoyed Part 1, you're going to love this one. When you listen to this new interview, you will learn:

• Why you need to own good rounds
• The POW strategy to recap your rounds
• The importance of listening to your intuition
• How to stop sabotaging yourself on the back 9
• Why your belief systems are a thermostat for your scoring potential
• Why you need to put a stop sign on your brain during intense moments

Learn more about Debbie's programs, trips, and working together on her website.

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Ready to play better fast? Start with your short game.

Today, we'll recap 10 common short game mistakes that most golfers make. You will learn:

• The power of a short game routine.
• Why you need a landing zone to save shots.
• How to make better contact with the right tempo.
• The importance of a proper setup to make clean strikes.
• Why your wedges are so necessary to saving strokes when you miss the green.

And a lot more easy tips to help your short game.

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

Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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Dr. Luke Benoit back for his second interview to help you dominate the offseason. He has a Ph.D. in motor learning and control, a 12X best young teacher, the #1 ranked instruction in MN by Golf Digest, and the creator of Rypstick Golf.

Before his impressive teaching career, he was also a professional golfer with 18 wins! We had a great chat and think you'll gain a ton of valuable strategies when you listen to the full interview.

When you listen, you will learn:

• Why early extension happens.
• How to change your grip to fix your ball flight.
• How to schedule practice based on your goals.
• The importance of grip & a common myth debunked.
• The mistake most people are making with lag putting practice.
• The Rypstick guarantee that will make adding speed inevitable.
• How ButterBlade and foam balls can change your practice routine.

And more!

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Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link).

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

Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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In this episode of Wicked Smart Golf, I'm joined by Pete Holman—a physical therapist, certified strength and conditioning specialist, and the inventor behind products like the GolfForever Swing Trainer.

Pete has worked with elite athletes across the MLB, NFL, NBA, UFC, X-Games, and even Hollywood stars like Kevin Costner. He's also a former U.S. National TaeKwon-Do champion, so he understands performance at the highest level.

In this conversation, we break down how golfers can train smarter, stay injury-free, and actually use fitness to play better golf—without overcomplicating it.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The 3 pillars of golf fitness (mobility, strength, balance) and how to keep your training simple but effective
• Why a 5–10 minute dynamic warm-up can completely change how you start your rounds
• How to use your hips and glutes to generate real power instead of relying on your arms
• The importance of endurance and conditioning to stay sharp on the back nine
• The "reset mechanism" elite athletes use to move on from bad shots instantly

And more tips to improve your golf fitness and attack life!

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

Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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Today I'll recap my epic interview with Chris Petefish from last week and share how he helped me analyze stats on my quest to become a +5 handicap.

In this episode, you will learn:

• Why you need routines under pressure
• A PGA Tour type putting drill for elite golfers
• The mindset to help you accept bad shots and avoid blowup holes
• Why "never up, never in" is a horrible putting mindset for lag putting
• Detailed insights into my game and how I'm practicing to become a +5 handicap

And more strategies to play better without swing changes.

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Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link).

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

Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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In this episode of Wicked Smart Golf, I'm joined by professional golfer Chris Petefish, who's climbed inside the top 300 in the world and knows firsthand how tough the journey really is.

We dive into his path from being a top high school recruit to playing at Georgia Tech, then grinding it out on mini tours and the Korn Ferry Tour. Chris shares what it's really like chasing status, including coming up short by a single shot multiple times and battling through injuries at the worst possible moments.

This is a great episode on what it actually takes to make it in professional golf—mentally, physically, and strategically.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

• The reality of Q-School and why it's one of the toughest environments in golf
• How Chris shifted from relying on talent to using stats, data, and strategy
• The importance of mental game training (meditation, routines, and staying present)
• Why strokes gained and tracking stats can completely change your expectations
• Course management lessons—stop forcing birdies and start eliminating mistakes

Make sure to connect with Chris on different platforms and learn more about working together:

• Website
• FREE Skool account
• Follow him on Instagram

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

Shot Pattern: The best golf GPS + stat tracking to help you manage your round and make better decisions (20% off w/my link).

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

Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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Ready to play better without swing changes? Start by mastering the third pillar of wicked smart golf - putting! Learn 10 proven tips from the GOAT of sports psychology, Dr. Bob Rotella.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The "green light" mentality
• How to commit to your putts
• Why you need to find a putter you love
• How targets can help your mind on every putt
• That mechanics don't matter nearly as much as you think

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Master Mobility & Flexibility with 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%).

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

Speed Train with HiiTs Driver: Developed by 3X WLD Champion, Fast Eddie, this hittable driver will help you add distance while hitting balls (use code "WICKEDSMART" to save 10%).

Wicked Smart Golf Academy To Lower Your HDCP Fast: The FASTEST way to play consistent golf.

Practice Like a Pro With Wicked Smart Golf Practice Formula: 100 Practice plans and a 90-minute masterclass to practice like a pro.

Wicked Smart Golf Books

Play better FAST with the Wicked Smart Golf Trilogy on Amazon or Audible.

Simplify "golf fitness" with my book, The Wicked Smart Golf Fitness Formula on Amazon. Or, listen to it on Audible.

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