Hank Smith's Journey with Mac O'Grady

Episode #215
Hank Smith – The story of his brother, Taylor Smith, at the Disney Classic, Lessons Learned from Legendary Golfers and Coaches, & The Value of Experience in Decision Making.

Hank Smith (IG: @hankhsmith) is the Director of Instruction at The Golf Club at Briar’s Creek on John’s Island, SC. In this episode, Hank shares the compelling story of his brother Taylor's near-miss at a PGA Tour event due to a putter grip controversy, and how this incident shaped his perspective on rules, responsibility, and mental resilience in golf. We explore lessons from elite performance, equipment integrity, brotherly rivalry, and the mental toughness required to succeed at the highest levels. Hank also shares insights from his extensive experience in golf coaching, playing, and studying the game, including lessons learned from legendary figures and how to diagnose and improve performance.