The joy of creating golf SHOTS - Paul Affleck  #319

The joy of creating golf SHOTS - Paul Affleck #319

Author: Karl Morris August 2, 2024 Duration: 59:27


Today on the show we are joined by former European Tour player and coach Paul Affleck
Paul played for a number of years on the main tour after winning the Challenge Tour to secure his playing rights.

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We had a wonderful conversation about his development as a player from the early years as an assistant at Heswall Golf Club under the tutelage of Alan Thompson 
Playing in the Open whilst still working in the Pro Shop

Life as a tour player and how using an 'Inner Game' technique gave him access to his best skills 

How searching for better 'technique' with a well known coach took his game completely off track 

The development of a really great short game and how this was SHOT lead 

Paul is a really deep thinker about the game and has been heavily influenced by the time he has spent with multiple time Mind Caddie guest Kendal McWade 

The courage to do things differently 

Why you might consider a 10 finger Baseball Grip 

Exploring different ways to apply the club to the ball
Hovering the club above the ball and the freedom this creates 

The joy Paul has now on the golf course being creative 
Exploring shots not just swings 

Enjoy listening to a top player and a top coach

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Karl Morris has spent years working as a performance coach with some of the best golfers in Europe, and in Mind Caddie-Improve Your Mental Golf Game, he shares that expertise directly with you. This isn't just about swing thoughts or technical fixes; it's a deep, practical exploration of the psychology that dictates performance on the course. The conversation moves beyond simple positive thinking to address the real challenges players face: handling frustration after a bad hole, maintaining focus over eighteen holes, and building a resilient confidence that doesn't vanish under tournament pressure. Each episode feels like a personal session, breaking down the mental frameworks used by tour professionals into actionable strategies for any committed player. You'll hear discussions on managing expectations, creating effective pre-shot routines, and understanding how your brain can be your greatest asset or your biggest obstacle. The aim is to provide the tools that help you access your best game more often, turning those range sessions into reliable performance when it truly counts. Tune into this podcast for honest, nuanced talks that get to the heart of why we play the way we do, offering a distinct advantage that has nothing to do with new equipment and everything to do with the space between your ears.
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