Lessons from Legends of Golf Instruction with Kevin Prentice

Lessons from Legends of Golf Instruction with Kevin Prentice

Author: Mark Immelman December 22, 2025 Duration: 1:11:10

Kevin Prentice is a former Professional Golfer, and Golf Instructor. His journey in golf is incredible and reads like a movie-script. From working in a Lumber Mill to playing in the US Open alongside Johnny Miller and Raymond Floyd two years later, Kevin’s story is one of resilience, hard work, serendipitous meetings, and an open and curious mind.

He joins #OntheMark to tell his story and share lessons he learned from legendary golf instructors like Henry Picard, Gardner Dickinson and Alex Morrison. Stay tuned for golf-swing insights and lessons on how Ben Hogan swung the golf-club.

Insights include:

  1. A lesson from Tony Pena on Alignment and Swing Path
  2. A lesson from Jack Grout, Jack Nicklaus’s teacher, on Footwork and a Steady Head
  3. Lessons from Henry Picard on - Shaft Lean, Hitting Irons Softly, Self-discovery and Asking Good Technique Questions, and
  4. Principle-based Teaching, and Golf Lessons from Gardner Dickinson and David Lee of Gravity Golf.

Kevin's experience and anecdotes share age-old truths about game improvement, and his goal is to share his treasure trove of insights from some of the brightest minds in the game. He will regale you with stories laden with golf nuggets while dispelling some of the "internet golf instruction" from the “Golf Swing Charlatans” as he calls them.

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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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