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Episode 334 – Matt Marino joins us to talk Golf and Whatnot – Fourteen40 Golf
Matt Marino takes us on an unforgettable journey through his remarkable golf career, from impulsively moving to Las Vegas as a young caddie to opening Tiger Woods' first American golf course, Blue Jack National. With candid charm, Matt shares how a simple business card and the bold declaration
Controlling Your Ball Flight In The Wind – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about ‘Controlling Your Ball Flight In The Wind’ As players head overseas to play in The Scottish Open and make final preparations for The Open at Royal Portrush, I feel like it’s the PERFECT time to explore playing in the wind. Playing in windy conditions is the ultimate test of your ball striking. Crisp, clean…
Iconic Golfing Moments – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic we’re covering ‘Iconic Golfing Moments.’ With three fantastic majors in the books all having spectacular finishes and the last two weeks being filled with drama we can only hope we get more of the same from this year’s final major THE OPEN. With that in mind I feel it’s the perfect time to look back into…
Episode 333 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Episode 333 The boundary between legendary golf courses and their price tags becomes crystal clear when exploring the contrast between Shadow Creek's meticulously crafted experience and Royal Hawaiian's wild jungle offering. Joe and Jeremy take us along for an extraordinary evening under the lights at Shadow Creek, a rare opportunity that transformed an already premium experience into something magical. Their…
Episode 332 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Ready to dive into the fascinating world where thrifting meets golf? This episode takes you behind the scenes with Thrifty Golf (Tyler), who transformed his pandemic hobby into a full-time vintage golf business on Whatnot. Tyler's journey begins like many others in 2020—a COVID golfer hunting for decent clubs who accidentally discovered a business opportunity when reselling testing equipment. What…
Bucket List Golf Courses! – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic we’re covering that little bit of heaven on earth…. Bucket List Golf Courses! As golfers we are always on the hunt for challenging courses to test our skills, and there are some courses around the world that are notorious for being difficult to access. These courses are often tucked away in remote locations or require special…
The Evolution Of The Golf Ball – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about, “The Evolution Of The Golf Ball.” With another fantastic U.S. Open in the books one of the biggest topics heading into the week is the future of the golf ball and the ball rollback. So it feels appropriate to take a walk down memory lane. I found this fascinating putting it together and it…
Epsiode 331 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
A greenskeeper from Indiana just won a Callaway driver in our biggest giveaway yet, and we couldn't be more thrilled about who took home the prize. When you hear Hesherhack's story—documenting his daily hole-in-one attempts while maintaining golf courses for all of us to enjoy—you'll understand why this outcome feels so right. The US Open provided plenty of drama this…
Epsiode 330 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Oakmont Country Club takes center stage as the guys dive into what promises to be a brutal US Open. The fairways are narrow, the rough is overgrown, and the greens are lightning fast – exactly how golf's ultimate test should be. Stories from pros' practice rounds reveal a course that will thoroughly punish anything less than precision golf. The conversation…
Playing Better Under Pressure! – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about, “Playing Better Under Pressure!” As we head into the second major of the year and many of you are also heading into your own big events this season it’s the perfect time to explore handling pressure. Getting it done under the gun is what we play it for right? There’s something about finishing that…
Episode 329 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Have you ever made a simple equipment mistake that cost you 15+ yards? That's exactly what happened to our host, who discovered his woods were a full inch too short—a reminder that even experienced players can overlook the basics. This revelation is just one highlight from an episode packed with authentic golf insights from players who live and breathe…
Navigating Golf YouTube – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about, “Navigating Golf YouTube” Golf on YouTube is a treasure chest of information; offering entertainment, tips, drills, and insights from professionals around the world. However, it can also be overwhelming and confusing for students trying to improve their game. As a golf instructor, I’ve seen firsthand how students can benefit massively from online resources when…
The 5 Quickest Ways To Get Better At Golf – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, “The 5 Quickest Ways To Get Better At Golf.” Improving your golf game can feel like a marathon, but what if you could speed up the process? Here are the top 5 ways to get better at golf…faster! Record Your Stats The first step to rapid improvement is to understand your game in…
Episode 328 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
What makes the perfect putter? It's a question that has fueled endless debates among golfers, but few have explored it with the depth of knowledge and hands-on expertise as Dave Frisch of Goodwood Golf Company. Transforming from golf professional to self-taught CAD designer and master putter craftsman, Dave brings remarkable insights into both the artistic and scientific elements of…
Course Management Strategies. – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about, “Course Management Strategies.” As a regular handicap golfer, improving your score doesn’t always require major swing changes. Sometimes, smarter course management can make a significant difference. By strategically navigating the course, you can avoid unnecessary risks, play to your strengths, and ultimately lower your scores. Here are some essential course management strategies to consider:…
Episode 327 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
The divide between golf purists and pragmatists takes center stage in this episode as we explore what truly gives a major championship its identity. Fresh off Scottie Scheffler's commanding PGA Championship victory, we examine not just his dominant performance but the deeper question: should prestigious majors be played on familiar tour stops, or does that diminish their special character? When…
Episode 325 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Golf is about finding what truly works for you - whether that's the right putter, the perfect course challenge, or that one magical shot that keeps you coming back for more. This week, we dive deep into the surprising reality of equipment choices on the PGA Tour, revealing that despite Scotty Cameron's cult following among amateurs, the best putters in…
Episode 324 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Ever witnessed a wild kingdom moment while lining up your putt? We sure have. This week, we share an incredible nature story from Legacy Golf Course, where a roadrunner hunted, caught, and tried to devour a baby rabbit right before our eyes—something none of us had seen in decades of desert golf. Golf equipment dominates our conversation as we dive…
What Is Lag? – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, “What Is Lag?” Lag in simple terms is the angle created between the club shaft and the lead arm (closest arm to the target) in the downswing. When we create lag, we are creating and storing energy to be released through the golf club and onto the golf ball. This can become a very…
Episode 326 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Stunning course conditions at Las Vegas National set the stage for an exciting Vegas Golf Network tournament this weekend. The greens are rolling true, fairways are immaculate, but beware those crusty bunkers that might swallow your ball! We break down the weather forecast from our resident meteorologist Matty G, who predicts light rain and gusty winds that will separate the…
The Need For Good Speed On Greens – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about, “The Need For Good Speed On Greens!” When it comes to putting, speed control is arguably the most crucial aspect. The top players in the world average a 50% success rate from 8 feet, making the ability to consistently two-putt a key skill. Understanding how to control your speed will help you choose the…
Games To Play On The Course – Fourteen40 Golf
Happy Monday Golfers; This week’s blog topic is about, “Games To Play On The Course.” Time is often a constraint when it comes to practicing our golf, so when we get the opportunity, we often head straight to the course. But how can we get more from our practice if we prefer to play on the course rather than hit…
Making The Most of Practice Technology – Fourteen40 Golf
Happy Monday Golfers; This week’s blog topic is called, “Making The Most of Practice Technology.” The facilities at driving ranges and indoor studios are becoming increasingly better with the introduction of ball and club tracking data. With that comes access to some of the best courses around the world, along with plenty of different games to keep you entertained. However,…
Episode 323 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Episode 323 Exploring Laughlin Ranch's exceptional desert golf layout tops our agenda this week, as Jeremy and Dan experience this hidden gem for the first time. The course earns unanimous praise from our crew for its strategic design, challenging greens, and memorable finishing stretch.
Episode 322 – The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
Rory McIlroy's emotional Masters victory delivered the most dramatic Sunday at Augusta since Tiger's 2019 win, and we're breaking down every moment that led to his historic Grand Slam achievement. From that towering 7-iron on the 15th to Justin Rose's remarkable charge and the playoff tension, this Masters showed why golf's first major remains its most magical theater. We take…
3 Apps To Improve Your Golf Game – Fourteen40 Golf
Happy Monday Golfers; I hope you are all starting to recover from that emotional rollercoaster that gave us memories for a lifetime! As we head into what marks the beginning of golf season for many I wanted to cover, ‘3 Apps To Improve Your Golf Game.’ If you are serious about getting better, then having an app that can track…
Episode 321 – A Candid Talk with L.A.B. Golfs Sam Hahn – Fourteen40 Golf
What happens when an Instagram critique leads to an unexpected friendship? In this captivating episode, we're joined by Sam Hahn, the innovative mind behind L.A.B. Golf, after a viral social media post sparked a genuine connection rather than conflict. Sam takes us through his remarkable journey from bar musician to golf equipment revolutionary, detailing how a chance encounter with a…
What Makes A Golf Ball Spin? – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, “What Makes A Golf Ball Spin?” When we refer to spin, we are looking at it from both a backspin and sidespin perspective. So let’s explore where we may want to achieve a higher level of spin with our more lofted clubs and when we are looking to produce lower spin with our longer…
Episode 320: The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
320: April Fool's via BGC - Matt got pranked hard! And the Fourteen 40 Golf Giveaway winner is announced An unexpected April Fool's joke serves as the catalyst for a wide-ranging golf conversation that touches on personal vulnerability, professional competition, and the bridges that can be built through our shared passion for the game. Mike from Beautiful Golf Courses executed…
Five Random Masters Fact: Did you know… – Fourteen40 Golf
Happy Monday Golfers; As a golfer you can’t help but get excited for the Masters…. For many of us this is the signal for the start of our golf season. As we look back at last year heading into this week, we had an action packed few weeks on the Professional tours. We had Scottie Scheffler taking back-to-back victories as…
Episode 319: The Chasing Daylight Podcast – Fourteen40 Golf
319: From Whatnot to Wedges and TGL to Walkeen Kneemhan The golf equipment rabbit hole runs deep in this laughter-filled episode as the crew shares their latest struggles and triumphs on the course. When Matt reveals he's hitting his driver better than ever while completely losing his iron game, the others commiserate about the perpetual balancing act that is golf…
How Your Drills Can Develop Skills – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about ‘How Your Drills Can Develop Skills.’ Are you diligently practicing your golf drills but struggling to see the results translate onto the course? Let’s explore how you can enhance the effectiveness of your drills to directly impact your on-course performance! Specificity Is Key It’s essential to make your drills as realistic as possible. If…
318: The Players Championship Drama to Social Media Storms – Fourteen40 Golf
A million views, a brutal lung infection, and strong opinions about putters – this episode has it all as we navigate the fascinating world of golf both on and off the course. The Players Championship delivered the drama we expected with Rory McIlroy claiming another victory at TPC Sawgrass. We break down the challenging conditions that tested even the world's…
Golf Rules That Can Save You Shots! – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is about ‘Golf Rules That Can Save You Shots!’ I think the majority of us would be lying if we said we knew the rules well, but they can help you lower your score if you have a good understanding. The R&A and USGA have amended quite a few rules over the years with some quite…
Understanding Your Ball Flight – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, ‘Understanding Your Ball Flight!” In the intricate world of golf, mastering the flight of your ball is similar to deciphering a complex puzzle. Each shot tells a story—a tale of trajectory, spin, and distance—that, when understood, can transform your game. Why is it crucial to comprehend your ball flight and its causes? Your…
How to Improve your Mental Game! – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, ‘How to Improve your Mental Game!’ We can often be distracted by the shinier objects when it comes to developing our golf, such as a new club or a magic move we discovered on YouTube. But how often do you work on developing your mental game or have you tried to ever implement a…
316: The Rise of Cool Golf – Fourteen40 Golf
The episode dives into how golf is evolving in response to a growing player base and rising costs. We explore the implications of what it means for both seasoned players and newcomers. - Discussing rising golf prices and their impact - Analyzing the shift in golfer demographics post-COVID - How local courses are adapting to increased demand - The role…
315: VGN Tourney Recap, Putting Talk, More from Matt’s “LAB” Video and a good Bryson Rumor. – Fourteen40 Golf
Let's dive into the intricacies of putting and the vital role a coach can play in any golfer's journey. We explore the subtle techniques and tips that can make all the difference on the green. • Short game struggles that every golfer faces • Importance of practicing putting and building confidence • Challenges presented by course conditions, particularly at Sienna…
Should You Be Carrying A 60-degree? – Fourteen40 Golf
This week’s blog topic is called, Should You Be Carrying A 60-degree? Have you been wondering whether to carry a more lofted wedge or not or have you found yourself not having much success with your current one? It’s a club that doesn’t offer much forgiveness due to its high degree of loft. Over the last few years we seen…