Technique over Aesthetics: The Dynamics That Make a Hogan Swing

Send us a textTwo Oklahoma State golfers reflect on a Walker Cup win, wedge-first strategy, and the mental habits that turn off days into solid scores. We share our recruiting paths, daily routine at Carsten Creek, and why multi-sport childhoods beat early specialization.• why wedges and distance control decide college events• one-way misses and fat-side targets to lower risk• how to practice 130–80 yards for real scoring gains• alternate shot strategy built on patience and par pressure• using humor to reset after mistakes under pressure• mental game habits for staying present and composed• recruiting choices and why OSU’s setup accelerates growth• multi-sport roots to avoid burnout and build coordinationPlease rem remember to rate, review, and subscribe and enjoy this podcastSupport the show

Send us a textWe unpack how John Erickson decoded Ben Hogan’s real mechanics and turned them into a trainable system that manages shaft pressure, not poses. The talk gets practical with drills, gear choices, and practice habits that produce penetrating flight and stable clubface control.• early wrist set to remove transition pressure• tripping the shaft to the 4:30 line• frozen right elbow and low‑left exit• delayed torso rotation to hold shaft flex• corkscrew backswing and free ride down drills• explosion into finish for faster left shoulder• under‑plane early, up to plane late concept• flatter lie angles and heavier heads for stability• practice minimalism: drills over buckets• biasing misses short‑right for scoring• ABS framework vs Hogan‑specific modules• student progress: mid‑ and long‑iron gainsRate, review and subscribe. Visit advanceballstriking.com. All links in the show notes.Support the show

Send us a textJohn Erickson, father of Advanced Ball Striking, reveals how he cracked the Hogan code by examining the science behind Ben Hogan's legendary ball striking technique.• Heavy club heads (around 16 ounces compared to modern 10-11 ounce drivers) helped Hogan generate power through body rotation rather than arm speed• Flat lie angles (6-8 degrees flatter than standard) provided greater accuracy by reducing the possibility of left misses• "Tripping the shaft" at transition creates the distinctive flattening move that allowed Hogan to approach the ball from inside• Weight remains on the right foot longer than commonly taught, with a powerful push-off similar to a baseball pitcher• Hogan stayed "closed" much longer in the downswing, maintaining shoulder and hip alignment until deeper in the downswing• The distinction between a "hitter's release" (maintaining shaft flex through impact) versus a "swinger's release" (timing the straightening of the shaft)• Cupped wrist at the top opens the clubface, allowing aggressive rotation through impact without fear of hooking• Proper sequencing involves lateral movement first, then rotation, contrary to modern teaching about early hip rotationFor more information or to learn the Hogan modules, visit advancedballstriking.com or join the forum at forum.advancedballstriking.com.Support the show

Send us a textWe welcome USA Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith to discuss the upcoming matches at Cypress Point Club, the first time this iconic course has hosted the event since 1981 and will be televised for the public to see its splendor.• Nathan Smith brings his perspective as a four-time US Mid-Amateur champion who has played in four Masters• Cypress Point's Alister MacKenzie design philosophy offers "an easy birdie or a hard-fought bogey" on every hole• The course demands strategic precision with properly played angles rather than just power• Each section of the course presents different challenges—forest holes (1-6), dune holes (7-12), and the iconic ocean holes (13-18)• The 16th hole requires a 230-yard carry over the Pacific Ocean and is considered by many to be the greatest par 3 in golf• The dune sand at Cypress is particularly penal with a "90% chance you're not going to be able to advance it very far"• Match play format perfectly suits the course design with constant risk-reward decisions where "no lead is going to be safe"• The 13th green exemplifies MacKenzie's genius with a design that "plays like six small greens" despite its modest size• Morning fog potentially giving way to afternoon wind can completely transform how the course plays within hoursTune in to Golf Channel this weekend to witness this spectacular venue and see the world's best amateur golfers compete in the 50th Walker Cup.Support the show

Send us a textBernie Najar, PGA Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club and coach to World Long Drive Champion Kyle Berkshire, shares his individualized approach to golf instruction that respects each player's unique physical capabilities and natural swing tendencies.• Working with Kyle Berkshire since age 10, respecting his strong grip and upright swing rather than forcing conventional changes• Focusing on player assessment before making swing changes to ensure physical capability• Learning from mentors including Wayne DeFrancesco, Mac O'Grady, Jim Hardy, and Mike Adams• Understanding the body-swing connection through physical screening• Increasing personal clubhead speed from 96 mph to 120 mph in his 50s through targeted training• Viewing golf as three distinct games: power, speed, and finesse• Creating simple home practice drills that require minimal equipment• Developing distance control through measured "leapfrog" drills• The importance of helping students trust the learning processFind Bernie's new book "Speed, Power, and Finesse" on Amazon and connect with him at bernienajjar.com or @BernieNajarGolf on social media.Support the show

Send us a textRiley Andrews, owner of Elite Golf Schools, explains his approach to teaching golf as a highly individualized process rather than forcing students into a predetermined method.• Understanding that different PGA Tour players have vastly different swings but achieve similar results• Teaching based on three "global laws": Woo-Woo (rhythm/tensegrity), Spirals (myofascial lines), and Geometry (club relationships)• Using fascia and spiral lines to generate effortless power rather than muscle-based movements• Focusing on ribcage rotation rather than hip rotation as the primary engine of the golf swing• Recognizing that students need different amounts of information based on their learning style• Viewing coaching as service where the student's needs come before the coach's ego• Developing each player's unique "fingerprint" while improving functional movement• Creating a proximal-to-distal mapping where body rotation leads club movement• Understanding that all elite players shallow the club but through different methods• Differentiating between passive release (angular force) and active release (alpha force)Find Riley Andrews on Instagram and YouTube at @EliteGolfSchools or visit elitegolfofcolorado.com to learn about his golf schools, virtual lessons, and new X Factor Golf online academy. Thank you to Mizzuno Golf and JumboMax grips ! Support the show

Send us a textSwedish golf coach Petter Tarbe shares his groundbreaking approach called "Forgotten Master Moves" which focuses on rediscovering the efficient swing techniques used by golf legends from the 1940s-1960s. His research reveals that focusing on club intentions rather than body mechanics creates more powerful, injury-free golf swings that feel natural and require less effort.• Moving from positional training to intention-based motion• Understanding the key difference between base level and master level golf• Using perceived power in the club to create a "whipping" downswing• Keeping a straighter spine angle to prevent injury and create more reaction• Learning how elite players throughout history have separated feel from reality• Discovering how proper intentions create forces that automatically produce the correct body movements• Creating simpler, more effective swings that can perform under pressureCheck out Petter's work at www.forgottenmastermoves.com or search "Forgotten Master Moves" on YouTube for more information.Support the show

Send us a textKarl Morris, a performance coach based in the UK and host of the Mind Caddy podcast, shares insights on developing effective golf mindsets and transferring range skills to the course. He explains how separating training and playing mindsets can help golfers access their true abilities during competition.• Two distinct mindsets needed: training (skill development) and playing (skill access)• Five potential "one-points" of attention: target, ball flight, golf club, body, or something unrelated• The red dot technique - placing a colored dot on clubface to improve awareness and impact control• Becoming comfortable with variability and using errors as learning feedback• Explaining shots with facts (dot was late) rather than opinions (I'm terrible)• Categorizing shots as ones (good), twos (good enough), and threes (poor shots)• Pre-allocating a certain number of poor shots before playing to reduce emotional reactions• Ryan Fonk's breakthrough from shifting from avoiding mistakes to pursuing good shots• The power of possibility thinking: "Is it possible this next shot could be a good one?"• Simplicity often trumps complexity in effective golf performanceFind Karl Morris at TheMindFactor.com and download the Mind Caddy app for personalized coaching, including the new AI version that provides customized guidance based on Carl's expertise.   Justin’s email is [email protected] Please text Jesse at (831)275-8804 or [email protected] the show

Send us a textWe dive deep into the subconscious barriers keeping you from reaching your golf potential. Paul Salter, performance coach and hypnotherapist, reveals how childhood programming creates an "upper limit" to success and provides practical strategies to break through mental blocks.• Our subconscious controls 95% of daily actions including performance under pressure• First seven years of life program our belief systems while we're in a "theta" brainwave state• Self-imposed mental limits are rooted in fear of standing out or changing identity• Technical proficiency (swing mechanics) matters less as you approach scratch level• The key difference between elite players and the rest is emotional regulation• Pattern interrupts like Tiger's "10-foot rule" help reset after mistakes• Visualization should include both perfect shots AND recovering from mistakes• Scratch golfers demonstrate greater acceptance and detachment from outcomes• Hypnotherapy provides access to rewrite limiting subconscious beliefs• Top performers find safety in risk-taking and competitive edgesFor more from Paul, visit https://thegolfhypnotherapist.com/ and follow @thegolfhypnotherapist on Instagram. Please remember to rate, review, and subscribe to the Flag Hunters Golf Podcast.Support the show

Send us a textAustrian golf coach Christoph Bausek joins us to share his journey from elite amateur to European tour coach who revolutionized his teaching through technology, science, and engaging social media content.• Started golf at age 3 near his family's weekend home in Austria• Competed with top juniors like Sergio Garcia and Henrik Stenson before trying professional golf• Failed as a tour player due to technical swing issues that weren't properly diagnosed• Discovered TPI and 3D motion analysis around 2008, becoming obsessed with measuring what elite players do differently• Transformed from nearly 400 pounds to losing 150 pounds after gastric sleeve surgery• Created highly successful German YouTube channel focusing on golf instruction• Gained international fame with POV videos showing swing concepts from player's perspective• Emphasizes "universal truths" in the golf swing while making complex concepts digestible• Developed a coaching system called "cubic five" - five exercises done five times a week for five minutes• Currently offers online coaching through the Sneed app while building English-language contentFind Christoph on Instagram @christoph_bausek and subscribe to his YouTube channel "Bausek Golf" for innovative swing tips and instruction. Also to reach Justin, [email protected]