A Simple Stat-Tracking System That Actually Helps Your Golf Game

In this episode, Jon and Adam discuss a simple but more useful way to track golf stats without getting buried in apps or misleading numbers like fairways hit and total putts. Jon explains how golfers can evaluate tee shots, approach shots, wedge play, and putting with a basic checkmark/X system focused on whether shots were functional, playable, and connected to scoring. The larger message is that stat tracking only matters if it leads to a better post-round review: identifying good shots, spotting real patterns, and separating ball-striking issues from strategy or mental-process mistakes. The episode also includes a follow-up conversation with Jared Tendler about self-doubt, anxiety, and why golfers do not need perfect confidence to improve or compete well. Ultimately, the discussion encourages golfers to review their rounds with more clarity, less emotion, and a stronger focus on the patterns that actually hold them back. Purchase Jared Tendler's new book, Everyday Golf Psychology ⁠here⁠ Join the free community Jared created around the book ⁠here Thank you to our show sponsors, Strike Wedge, For Wellness, Rhoback, Warby Parker, and Pestie Golfers who care about their game should care about taking care of their bodies too. The Good Stuff from For Wellness is a small scoop that can be added to coffee, smoothies, or protein shakes, with ingredients like collagen for joint support, L-theanine for focus, MCTs for energy, cinnamon for antioxidants, and Himalayan salt for minerals and electrolytes. For Wellness conducted an IRB-approved study showing up to an 85% reduction in joint stiffness in 60 days, and the brand has over 12,000 five-star reviews. Sweet Spot listeners can get the best price on a 90-day subscription and welcome kit at ⁠⁠⁠forwellness.com/sweetspot⁠⁠⁠ with promo code SWEETSPOT for an extra 10% off. • Most golfers don’t need more swing thoughts — they need better feedback on impact. That’s what I like about Strike Wedge: it’s a simple, portable training aid that helps you work on the three things that matter most for better ball striking — low point control, path, and strike location. You can use towels, bottles, and other DIY setups for some of this, but Strike Wedge puts it all into one tool that fits in your golf bag and makes your practice more organized. If you’re trying to improve your contact without overcomplicating your swing, this is a smart training aid to check out. Go to ⁠http://strikewedge.com/sweetspot⁠ to get 15% off • Rhoback makes some of the best golf apparel we’ve worn. Their polos are incredibly comfortable with moisture-wicking fabric, plenty of stretch, and a crisp collar that works on and off the course. They're got a couple of new releases for spring - the Highlands Hoodie—lightweight with great mobility for golf—and the Brookline Vest, a perfect layering piece for cooler tee times. Get 20% off your first order ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rhoback.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ using promo code SWEET. • Warby Parker Sport gives you performance eyewear that actually looks like something you’d want to wear every day, with no-slip nose pads, lightweight frames, wraparound designs, glare-reducing lenses, and 100% UVA/UVB protection. They’re built for golf, tennis, pickleball, running, hiking, coaching kids’ sports, or just staying active without your sunglasses sliding, fogging, or distorting your vision. Right now, our listeners can buy one pair of glasses and get 20% off any additional pairs at WarbyParker.com/sweetspot • Pestie makes pest control simple by giving you a DIY kit with the pro-grade treatment, sprayer, mixing bag, gloves, and instructions you can complete in less than 10 minutes. Each plan is customized to your location, season, bugs, and climate, so you can protect your home year-round without waiting around for contractors, dealing with service windows, or signing expensive contracts. Fix your bug problem before it gets worse — go to https://pestie.com/SWEETSPOTS for 10% off your order. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices