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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.”

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We talk through real swing changes, why impact-first coaching works, and how to turn practice into faster gains on the course. Brian Jacobs joins us to share a coach’s playbook: clear notes, kinesthetic moves, tighter curve windows, and a 90-day path to better scoring.

• Arizona tournament recap and learning moments
• Shallowing, setup, rotation, and carry gains
• Feel versus real and video feedback
• Confidence, tempo, and constraint-led practice
• Transformational coaching versus transactional lessons
• Archiving notes and setting 90-day expectations
• Impact-back diagnosis and three-yard curve goal
• Alignment, aim, and proximity over vanity stats
• Couples therapy approach and boundaries on course
• Fitness fusion, speed training, and motor patterns
• On-course coaching focus for 2026
• Favorite courses, bucket list, and future visit plans

Until next week, take care

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We trace Noah’s path from a single pure strike to course records, college pressure, injury, and a pivot into coaching that led to a 20,000-square-foot training hub and a scalable player development model. Along the way, we unpack awards as access, mentors as multipliers, and the garage that built a movement.

• League play banter, skins, sushi eel, Golfzilla event
• Youth tournaments, 15-yard iron gains from shallower path
• First spark at Bear Creek, early records and confidence
• College ambitions, rejection fueling drive, Tiger-era inspiration
• Wrist surgery, shift to coaching, first-lesson philosophy
• Mentorship shaping teaching, relationship-first approach
• Ohio chapter, awards, youth programs, media access
• Boardroom setback that redirected the indoor vision
• Return to Oregon, backyard garage bays, demand surge
• Building the 20,000 sq ft facility and staff culture
• Operation 36, team awards, community impact
• Giving back through boards, universities, and partners
• Vision to scale Golf Garage to 50 locations

Bring the whole family down. Lots of candy, lots of fun. Four o’clock to 5:30.

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Ever wonder why the first crisp chip shows up on hole five? We dive straight into the real fixes for blades, chunks, and wobbly contact—and it’s not another gadget. Noah shares a wild par-four “ace” story to set the tone, then we get practical: how a simple Y-to-Y short game motion, steady tempo, and better balance turn chaos into control. From there, we zoom out to what truly lowers scores: a body that can move, stabilize, and repeat under pressure.

Coach Matt Preston, a Top 50 GRAA performance coach with a sports medicine background, joins us to map the path from assessment to results. He explains flexibility vs mobility, why strength is the glue that makes range of motion usable, and how ground-up control solves sneaky problems like over-rotation and drifting low points. You’ll get a concise, field-tested warm-up—reverse lunges with a twist, skater jumps, and split-stance rotations—that primes you to play well from the first tee, not the fifth.

We also tackle the confidence vs warm-up debate, lay out at-home drills that require little more than a mirror and a wall, and share an impact-first checkpoint you can test today: stop an inch before the ball and read the face. One or two degrees matters more than you think, especially with driver speed. Along the way, we spotlight the power of coach collaboration—how swing coaching and performance training align goals, set constraints, and accelerate progress for juniors, busy adults, and competitive players alike.

If you’re chasing tighter dispersion, cleaner wedge strikes, and a swing that holds up when it counts, this one’s for you. Listen, try the warm-up, run the impact check, and tell us what changed. If it helps, share it with a playing partner. And if you’re new here, follow, rate, and leave a quick review—it helps more golfers find the show and level up with us.

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We reset our fall golf game by swapping ego for strategy, dialing in iron contact, and turning par fives into birdie chances with three-wood first. We answer member questions on grip pressure, top-end gapping, wedge setups, and spin control through ball and driver fitting.

• breaking 80 by hitting center face and more greens in regulation
• course strategy with three-wood and play-the-hole-backwards planning
• red, yellow, green pin system to manage risk
• pressure practice using the programmable ladder drill
• process over proximity illustrated by a Ricky Fowler practice story
• grip pressure principles and hand roles for control
• fixing 7–4 iron gapping via blended sets and launch conditions
• specialty wedge fitting for 90–115 yard consistency
• ball selection, face control, and driver fit to manage spin
• junior pathway teaser with character skills that golf builds

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Scottie Scheffler's dominance on tour isn't about flash or swagger—it's about consistency that borders on the supernatural. "The ability to have ball striking this consistent for now three years is just spooky," says Jeremy Schilling, longtime editor at PGA Magazine, who joins us to pull back the curtain on the professional golf world.

Jeremy shares the fascinating journey that brought him to PGA Magazine thirteen years ago and offers unique insights into how the publication discovers and shares best practices across the golf industry. His personal connection to the PGA Hope program—which provides therapeutic golf opportunities for veterans—reveals the profound impact golf can have beyond competition. The memorandum of understanding between the PGA of America and the Veterans Administration has created pathways for healing that Jeremy witnessed firsthand.

We dive deep into the technology transforming golf today, from customization trends that personalize everything from clubs to apparel, to the delicate balance instructors must strike between technical data and the human touch. Jeremy articulates the paradox many golfers face: despite incredible technological advances, handicaps remain stubbornly high. The culprits? Improper fitting, insufficient practice time, and that perpetual enemy of consistency—ego.

The conversation takes us through Jeremy's most memorable articles, podcast experiences, and course recommendations that fly under the radar. His insights into the mental game and what makes courses like Harbortown truly special provide a masterclass in golf appreciation. Whether you're a teaching professional seeking to improve your programs or a recreational player wondering why your scores haven't dropped with your new equipment, this episode delivers wisdom that will transform your relationship with golf.

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Ever wondered how the golf course became the ultimate business boardroom? Ruben Perez, founder of RP Flooring, joins Darren and Noah to reveal how his leap from corporate life to entrepreneurship was fueled by relationships built on the golf course.

"Your network is your net worth," Ruben shares, explaining how an astonishing 70-80% of his business comes directly from golf connections. From someone who never imagined himself playing golf, he's transformed into a business owner who recognizes the game as a crucial component of his success strategy. The conversation explores how Golf Garage has democratized access to the networking opportunities traditionally locked behind country club gates and prohibitive membership fees.

Noah provides fascinating insights into his vision for Golf Garage as more than just a place to practice – it's where business happens. The facility offers country club-level service with a welcoming community atmosphere, breaking down the intimidation barriers that keep many potential golfers away. We hear about their successful one-year anniversary celebration that drew 200 attendees, showcasing the strength of the community they've built.

The hosts and Ruben delve into equipment tips, the value of proper instruction, and the psychological aspects of golf that parallel entrepreneurship – risk-taking, investment philosophy, and performance under pressure. Noah reveals plans for reciprocal relationships with golf courses nationwide, creating a network where members can practice, play, and connect regardless of location.

Whether you're a seasoned golfer looking to leverage the game for business growth or an entrepreneur curious about how golf might expand your network, this episode delivers actionable insights on building relationships that translate directly to business success. Come join our community where "service is free" and connections are invaluable.