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James Berry is a former professional golfer turned coach and author of The College Golfer. With years of experience competing at a high level and coaching elite players, James shares his insights on what separates high performers from the rest. We dive into the mental game, practice habits, and strategies that help golfers elevate their performance and play their best under pressure.
When you listen to this interview, you will learn:
And a lot more - look out for part two and my recap of this awesome episode on Thursday. Follow James Berry on Instagram and check out his website.
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"James Berry: How to Think, Train, and Act Like an Elite Golfer (Flashback Friday)" is an episode of Wicked Smart Golf. Runtime 1 hr 0 min. Published February 27, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.