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A one-round qualifier shouldn’t feel like a marathon, but it can when you’re rusty, running a growing business, and trying to be present at home. We open up about chasing a mid-60s number in Palm Springs after limited play, why short game and speed control are the fastest route to readiness, and how to structure practice that actually transfers from the bay to the course. You’ll hear the honest hurdles too: injury history, fitness that supports rather than drains, and the fight to avoid swinging harder under pressure and paying for it the next day.

Then we go deeper with mental performance coach Daniel Schuler, who cuts through clichés and gets to the story beneath performance. He challenges the “always/never” language that sneaks into our identity, reframes what it really means to say no, and shows how boundaries protect presence. We explore why affirmations fall flat without truth, how social media and results-only praise shape false narratives, and the power of defining opportunity, worth, and success on your own terms. The goal isn’t just a better score; it’s an identity that travels with you—same hat, different settings, clearer choices.

If you’ve ever watched a new swing feel evaporate after seven swings, or felt torn between family time and a can’t-miss project, this conversation will give you tools to reset expectations, design smarter reps, and cut through the noise. Daniel also shares how he’s expanding his coaching with a new site, online community, and workshops, plus a free onboarding call to see if you’re a fit. Tap play, share with a friend who needs a mindset tune-up, and subscribe to catch the next round. If this helped you, leave a quick review—it helps others find the show.

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We welcome Coach Ryan to talk speed training, wedge flight, and the stats that set sane expectations, then dig into course management that trades hero shots for lower scores. Mindset threads through it all: reframe misses, practice with feedback, and make boring golf your superpower.

• winter driver speed plan and ball speed goals
• launch, spin, descent angle and carry distance
• PGA benchmarks for 100–160 yards and putting
• expected strokes to hole out and make rates
• low-flight wedge technique and grass effects
• identity, mental coaching and practice habits
• course management at Centennial and tee selection
• Tiger Five scoring rules adapted for amateurs
• par-five second-shot strategy and ego checks
• lag putting targets and three-putt prevention

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We shift from fall travel plans and Golf Garage updates to a deep dive on the craft of caddying with guest Corey Maranau, exploring service, psychology, and how small habits change scores. We share stories from Bandon Dunes to Palm Springs, plus practical tips for firm greens and faster speed.

• redefining vacation mindset and why environment shapes play
• operations update on the Golf Garage and a point of sale change
• new program Bourbon and Bombs for speed gains and community
• mental triggers, light drinks, and routine cues that free the swing
• what a good caddy does beyond numbers and green reads
• Corey’s path from Bandon Dunes to desert private clubs
• double-bagging mechanics, caddy games, and daily grind
• service excellence lessons from Madison Club and how we apply them
• who actually breaks 90 at elite clubs and why fun still wins
• Muni Madness under the lights and the joy of fast group play
• firm desert greens prep and landing spot strategy
• coaching boundaries, common amateur faults, and actionable fixes
• integrity in golf, dealing with tantrums, and earning trust
• favorite courses, bucket lists, and friendly program rivalries

“Darren, next week, I think we got Don Law off his cruise, but I’m on vacation. So we’re going to be the week following. We got to get Don out there and we’re going to get going on the National Youth Player Development Award winner.”