Improve your Golf IQ with Tom Patri

Improve your Golf IQ with Tom Patri

Author: Mark Immelman December 15, 2025 Duration: 1:02:42

Tom Patri is a respected PGA Professional and the Director of Player Development at Twin Eagles Club in Naples, FL.

Tom is a Golf Digest and Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and is sought out by players of all skill levels for help with their games. The main reason being that he is a player’s teacher, having played as a Tour Professional for a portion of his career.

Tom brings his experience and insight to the #OntheMark podcast to help you sharpen up your understanding of what it takes to play your best golf when it matters most. Among various game improvement topics he elaborates on: Golf Swing Methods and what to look out for

  • Picking “Your" Path to develop Consistent Shotmaking
  • Footwork and Good Balance
  • Unhurried yet Purpose-driven Pre-Shot Routines
  • Keys for Center Strikes
  • Understanding Swing Feels
  • Playing Golf over Golf-Swing
  • Trusting Technique Changes, and
  • Understanding and Avoiding Situational Mistakes.

This podcast will enlighten you and put you on a path to a more cerebral and correct approach to your game and your technique. As an alternative to this audio version, you can watch it on YouTube - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.


Mark Immelman brings a rare perspective to the On the Mark Golf Podcast, shaped by his own journey from college coach to broadcaster and instructor. Here, conversations go far beyond simple swing tips. Each episode feels like a deep dive into the ecosystem of elite golf, facilitated by Immelman’s genuine curiosity and deep knowledge. You’ll hear PGA TOUR players unpack the specific decisions behind crucial shots, while swing coaches break down the mechanics in accessible language. But the discussion doesn’t stop there. Caddies share their strategic roles, fitness experts explain the foundations of power, and mental coaches offer tools for the psychological game. This podcast, presented by the PGA TOUR, provides a comprehensive look at what it truly takes to excel, from equipment nuances to the unspoken pressures of competition. It’s that blend of technical insight and personal storytelling, gathered from the very best minds in the sport, that can genuinely change how you think about and play the game. Whether you're a seasoned player or a dedicated fan, these conversations offer a unique, inside-the-ropes education you won’t find anywhere else.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

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