The Sweet Spot - Golf Podcast The Real Signs You’re Becoming a Better Golfer (Part 2)
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Jan 19, 2026 Discover what real improvement in golf looks like beyond just lower scores. The hosts discuss practical signs, like losing fewer balls and making smarter decisions under pressure. They also delve into techniques for better putting, the importance of consistent practice habits, and maintaining a long-term outlook. They highlight how better golfers strike with precision, the value of strategic bogeys, and the joy of the game itself. This conversation is a treasure trove for golfers seeking true progress on the course!
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Neutral Path Produced Laser-Like Shots
- Adam tested repeated seven-iron shots and found four of five shots showed a 0.0 club path, producing very tight dispersion.
- The neutral path delivered excellent results and countered the myth that neutral is necessarily bad.
Neutral Path Can Improve Dispersion
- Neutral club path can tighten dispersion for some players and isn't inherently worse than an in-to-out path.
- The optimal path depends on repeatability and face control, not ideology about 'neutral' vs 'shaping.'
Elderly Competitor Smashed Putts Past Hole
- Jon played with an 85-year-old who smashed putts to avoid leaving them short and thus missed the hole by finishing five feet past.
- The result showed a correct read ruined by poor speed choice, illustrating capture-speed mistakes.
