In this episode of Linked by Golf, Ross McGuire is joined by Scottish golfing legend Alastair Forsyth. A two-time European Tour winner, Alastair opens up about his time on tour, his move into coaching, and what Scottish golf needs to thrive.We cover:Life on tour and being drawn in front of Tiger Woods at the OpenA brilliant behind-the-scenes story about meeting Seve Ballesteros—including the unforgettable moment Seve took over the practice ground and left a lasting impression on a young AlastairEquipment and distance debates in today’s gameHow clubs can grow the game and keep membership strongHis dream fourball (Scotland vs. USA, anyone?)His work now as a coach at Mearns Castle Golf AcademyWhether you’re a keen golfer or just love hearing tour tales, this one’s packed with insights and character.Alastair is now based at Mearns Castle Golf Academy, offering coaching for players of all levels.To book a session or find out more:🔗 www.mcgolfacademy.co.uk📞 Call: 0141 644 8200📍 Mearns Castle Golf Academy, Waterfoot Rd, Newton Mearns, GlasgowThis episode is brought to you by Lomond Golf Tours — experts in creating unforgettable Scottish golf experiences.⛳ lomondgolftours.comPlease consider:✅ Sharing it with a fellow golfer✅ Subscribing on your favourite podcast platform✅ Leaving a quick review to help us grow

This episode features Tammy Wong, who shares her unique journey into golf, falling out of love with the game, and eventually finding her passion in coaching, largely influenced by mentor Paul Davis. Tammy details her coaching philosophy centred around creating a safe, fun, and supportive community for women golfers through various programs and her successful Birdie Links Social Club, which helps women connect and continue playing.

Today, I’m sharing a recap of my experience and learning lessons from participating in my first-ever Member-Member Tournament.  In this episode, I take you inside my very first member-member tournament at Tampa Palms Golf & Country Club—a 63-hole gauntlet of match play, missteps, and mindset mastery. You’ll hear firsthand stories of: hitting 12 fairways on day one (and what fell apart after that) navigating USGA match play rules I hadn’t previously known the temptation to confront cheating—and how I chose to respond coaching my partner through his mental spiral mid-round laughing off bad shots to stay in the fight and how I learned to protect my energy from angry, frustrated playing partners If you’re serious about developing mental toughness, emotional resiliency, and learning to perform under pressure, you’ll take away more than a few insights from this candid tournament recap.  I walk through what went well, what didn’t, and the tangible mindset and skill improvements I’m now laser-focused on. And of course, I share how this entire experience translates beyond the course, too. This one’s packed with real stories, practical lessons, and reminders to keep showing up, even when the conditions—and competition—get tough. Get your pencils ready and start listening.  Click here to read my Ultimate Guide to Golf Hypnosis. Click here to learn more about nerves versus readiness.  1-1 High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching: If you’re serious about getting out of your own way and playing to your potential, click here to schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call to learn how I can help you make playing to your potential a habit.  Ready to get a taste of hypnosis? Click here to choose from one of my unique hypnosis audios to help you accelerate improvement in a specific area of your game. Play to Your Potential On (and Off) the Course Schedule a Mindset Coaching Discovery Call Subscribe to the More Pars than Bogeys Newsletter Download my “Play Your Best Round” free hypnosis audio recording. High-Performance Hypnotherapy and Mindset Coaching Paul Salter - known as The Golf Hypnotherapist - is a High-Performance Hypnotherapist and Mindset Coach who leverages hypnosis and powerful subconscious reprogramming techniques to help golfers of all ages and skill levels overcome the mental hazards of their minds so they can shoot lower scores and play to their potential. He has over 16 years of coaching experience working with high performers in various industries, helping them get unstuck, out of their own way, and unlock their full potential. Click here to learn more about how high-performance hypnotherapy and mindset coaching can help you get out of your own way and play to your potential on (and off) the course.  Instagram: @thegolfhypnotherapist  Twitter: @parsoverbogeys Key Takeaways: Tournament Golf Exposes the Truth: The added pressure, emotion, and unpredictability of match play reveal where your mindset and game are truly at—and where they need to grow. Stay in the Fight—Always: Even after a bad shot or penalty, you’re only one great swing away from turning the hole around. Never mentally check out. Control What You Can Control: You can't police every rule or correct every shady scorecard. What you can control is your attitude, effort, and energy. Your Emotional State Is Contagious: Whether it’s your playing partner melting down or opponents bickering, you must protect your energy and stay anchored in your process. Audit Your Self-Talk and Body Language: The way you speak to yourself after a mistake either drains or fuels your next shot. Choose awareness over autopilot. Routine Is Your Reset Button: A consistent pre-shot routine was the anchor during high-pressure moments. When things go sideways, your routine keeps you grounded. Key Quotes: “You are not judge, jury, and executioner out there. Control your ball—and your response.” “Even when I hit a ball OB, I stayed in the fight. I didn’t skip my routine. I didn’t give up.” “Every missed shot is just an invitation to execute the next one better.” “Tournament golf just hits different—and I fucking loved it.” “You can’t afford to leak energy worrying about things beyond your control.” “Pat’s opponent lived rent-free in his head—and it cost him the round. Don’t give away your power.” “I may not have played my best golf, but mentally, I showed up like a pro. And that’s the foundation of what’s coming next.” Time Stamps: 00:00: Introduction to Member Member Weekend 05:03: First Impressions and Initial Experiences 10:58: Learning the Rules of Match Play 15:01: Mental Resilience and Self-Talk 20:34: Tournament Golf: The Thrill of Competition 24:47: Navigating the Course Challenges 27:28: Lessons from Competitive Play 29:45: Staying Committed to the Process 32:14: Managing Emotions and Energy on the Course 35:49: The Importance of Team Dynamics 38:18: Reclaiming Your Power 40:05: Identifying Areas for Improvement 44:54: Reflecting on the Experience

The boyz are getting fired up for the upcoming U.S. Open at Oakmont! With local weather finally cooperating, they're back on the links nearly every day, which means even more to talk about. From major championship chatter to local course adventures, tune in for all the fun, laughs, and golf talk you love.

One of the wildest traditions in golf happens after the final putt drops at the Masters. This week, I’m joined by David Rumsey from Front Office Sports, who was one of 28 lucky winners of the media lottery and got to play Augusta National the day after the Masters wrapped. We talk about how it all went down—what it’s like getting that golden email, trying to prep the night before, and stepping onto the first tee. David breaks down the round hole by hole, including how much he leaned on his caddie, which shots surprised him, and what it felt like playing some of the most iconic holes in golf… with no patrons around. It’s a surreal story, and hearing it from someone who actually lived it makes it even better. This one was a blast.

It may be hard to play golf. But with better understanding for the swing and it's mechanics it may become easier. In this episode of the podcast, Golfstore Professional Jonathan Taylor shares his way of looking at the swing – and comes up with an explanation that may just take your game to the next level

After making a run last year, The O-Town Boys Patrick and Zac missed the cut in the Zurich in New Orleans. Patrick wears yellow on Sunday in support of Jack Nicklaus' Play Yellow initiative to help sick kids. Sponsored by Goldenwest Credit Union. 

Send us a textIn this episode Will catches up with the Athenry golf club Mens Junior Cup team who were victorious in winning the all Ireland final in 2024. On the episode are Eamonn Morrissey (Manager), Ciaran Coughlan and Brendan Dunne who both played the season long event. With the finals being held in Athlone in September of last year the lads take Will on a journey through Connaught and to the final match against Abbeyleix. This is a great journey told by three gentlemen who really enjoyed reliving the moments along the way. Worth a listen. Follow us on instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @atocpod

Mike and Josh take a slow week in the golf world and look at all the happenings through the spectrum of how we experience golf, and sport, as fans. The guys also discuss Blades Brown's interesting move to turn back his sponsor invite from the CJ Cup, and what Bryson's latest collapse looked like. Then Mike fields Five Questions comparing his love for NASCAR and his passion for golf.The E/9 Podcast is a production of Free Drop Media

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