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"542: Steal These Proven Golf Strategies to Shoot Lower Scores" is an episode of Wicked Smart Golf. Runtime 28 min. Published November 3, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
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EPISODE NOTES
Want to hit longer drives, improve your wedge game, and play more consistent golf? Sometimes the best way to improve is to learn from the best.
In this episode I'm sharing my favorite lesson from each of October's expert guests, plus a few takeaways from my recent competitive rounds. These are simple, proven strategies you can use to practice smarter, build confidence, and shoot lower scores.
In this episode, you'll learn:
How to structure your workouts and cardio for better golf performance.
Why every golfer needs a wedge distance system, plus a simple drill from a major champion.
Why speed training matters and what I learned from reaching 121 mph.
How to manage your energy, get in the zone, and stop dwelling on past mistakes.
Two simple game-day rules to play with more confidence.
My biggest lessons from recent tournament rounds and how they can help your game.
And more.
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