There is comfort in knowing I am not the only one who loses that feel completely in the middle of a round like I have never played before. Good video as always, Matty.
Should start all of his videos with a random golf question that gets progressively weirder as the weeks go on, and then just answer them with "me neither '. And then "me neither " needs to go on merch.
Loved it. Just played yesterday after watching this and a few other videos. Shot 84 - usually high 90s. One hole was under construction so I gave myself a bogie based on average play. Left 3 birdies within 6? feet with misses of a couple inches. Like you've said , I went to my comfort zone and for me hit irons only. Driver/woods give me 2x, 3x bogies so ditched em. My 4 iron is as comfortable as my 9 but woods always ruin me. Going irons only, removing hazards with layups was exactly what you said, getting up and down which I didn't. I really feel so empowered now. I chunked two chips, 3 putt twice and only one 2x bogie ...with the birdies I left I know breaking 80 is happening this year. Thanks for reiterating leaving your ego, it was so hard to go irons only and off the first tee I was already being razzed for 'not having the balls' to hit a driver but I LOVED going toe to toe score wise and always being in the fairway. It made golf FUN! and I never got mad at myself, and said the bad chips happen and moved on.
Matty Boom Boom, golf Sensei, once again delivers the good with a video that really talks to the average golfer’s experience. One the best of the best.
I’m down to a 6 handi but my emotions still are the biggest reason I go from mid 70’s to mid 80’s. These videos are helping me so much! Ego has been holding me back
My back completely tightened up yesterday while playing nine holes. Thankfully I was still able to play well within 150 and getting up and down for pars. Ended up only shooting 1 over by using your advice by just staying out of trouble and making smart decisions. Your tips have completely changed my game. You're a legend.
I looked up Red Tiger and found two versions on Amazon Red Tiger store for $94 and $99 US. Better than my Caddy Tek from Costco at $120 that I thought was a pretty good deal. I am on the bus line of struggles lately so this video will help. Plus, I think 'beating a broken record' is pretty good for most of us to get the point across on how to get out of a terrible mindset and salvage a round going badly and also gain some knowledge through the struggles.
Completely lost my iron play lately as well. Got to a 9.5 index and now shooting 85+ regularly. I am just gutting it out and trying to simplify. Picturing the shots is helping get me back on track. Thanks Matt.
in the exact same boat as you brother. Got to 8.7 at end of last year and now up to 11.9. Trying to get back to consistent 80-84 rounds and the occasional break 80. Best of luck to you
Just had a trip out to Cali for a couple rounds in Palm Springs and to play Torrey. Shot 80 at Indian canyons and 90 at Torrey with a +6 on the front. Wind got crazy on the back and went +12. I just try to find one swing I can consistently rely on that I can know where my misses are, aim accordingly and most importantly commit to your line and swing. I think it’s the same principle I have to relearn every year. Swing your swing and commit. Cheers and good luck out there 👍
Couldnt have come at a better time, was playing my best golf, shot 5 over and 3 over on the front 9 of my local course as a 14 hc, played last week and it was like i had forgot how to swing a golf club, pulls, shanks, blocks, you name the miss, i had it.
Best channel on YT. The mechanics of the game will always come and go resulting in good and bad rounds. But the mental side of things can always be applied to any round. Really appreciate all the knowledge you share GSK!!! 🙌
Shot 85 today by parking the driver after 1 swing with it, started teeing off with the 3 hybrid and dropped 7 strokes from last Friday, Thanks Matt, it works....
I swear this happened to me yesterday! I played 3 rounds of golf and then went out for a round with some friends. I could not hit anything! Pulling hard right I was down 2 clubs on yardage. I am going to rest up a couple of days and pray to the golf gods the game comes back. What little of it I had in the first place 😂
this video helped me break 80 for the first time the day after I watched it. The way Matty plays when he doesn't have his best is what I'm like most of the time, and this video helped me realise my potential and keep everything together enough to shoot 77 (+6). Thank you playa!
Playa...I lost my swing about a month ago. I had to bring it back from the dead, so I have been playing with a zombie swing. This is a very timely video and I'm happy to say that I have my first lesson soon. Great work planting a couple birdskis even on a "bad" round!
This video is perfectly on time for me, as my last round was a total meltdown to include the score, my mindset, my swing and putting…it was if I had no control of anything…
An absolute clinic on how to score when you don't have your stuff. Great job Matty! Managing the self is WAY harder than managing the course. Great video!
Me yesterday, completely lost my swing outside of 100 yards. Topped almost every shot. Never had that issue before. Luckily my short game was the best it’s ever been. I recalled your advice and kept my cool to finish strong.
Just ordered the range finder through the link on the video and as a bonus it had free shipping to New Zealand and a $20 Usd voucher discount too. Look forward to giving it a go.
Man, I needed this. It's nice to be reminded that it happens to everyone. Been practising a ton, but went from striping the ball and having the most confidence I've ever had, to suddenly 'skanking' like I've never played. Happened out of nowhere. In fact, I birdie the first hole -- using all the tips I've learned from @GolfSidekick :) -- and then just BAM! 2nd hole on onward was a disaster. Will get it back sooner than later though with this confidence booster!
I got addicticated 😉to this channel in the past 10 days. So many great thoughts. I have never broken 80 on a par 72 course in my life, a few 81s were my best rounds, and these days I can shoot 85 or 98 on any given day. What I seem to lose (in the high 90s rounds) is not so much the swing itself, but my ability to set up properly, which then leads to not being able to commit to the shot at all, because no matter what I do, I feel uncomfortable over the ball and not confidential at all. I'd love it, if you could make a video on that topic. Keep up the great work please.
I like the fact that you are putting your entire body into the swing. F=MA i.e. using everything you have in a rhythmic fashion. Much different than what most people do and look like when they hit the ball.
Havent watched yet, but my thoughts just based off the title: Sometimes golf is really hard. Effort in doesn't always equate to great results, and I've been working reaaaally hard to improve my swing, but still struggling with consistent contact. Looking forward to watching this one
When's the Playa's Playbook being released? You drop so many nuggets of information in a video it would be handy to have a quick reference to review before heading to the course!
I hit a nice drive with the wind at my back. Par 4 390 yard hole. Right down center 225 yards . Next shot my 4 hybrid. It sliced right and banged into an oak tree on the right side if the green. Fell straight down onto a rock. Bounced 10 feet from the pin. Sometimes when you lose your confidentiality, karma takes over
Hi Matt. I'm a beginner to this golf game. Just play my first ever golf round in March 2024. I will try to commit to your strategy and aiming to break 100 within this year. Wish me luck
Played some of my best golf today. Just played backwards from the pin as you always preach with no hero shots. Who knew golf was so easy 🤣 Cheers Playa
If I “lose” my swing somewhere in the round it’s inevitably because I stopped thinking about feeling the shot and being shot oriented with 100% commitment and started thinking about my golf SWING instead. Think about WHAT you want to do, not HOW. 60% of the time, it works every time.
playa you are more than likely focusing on the wrong thing and finding fixes for the wrong diagnosis. the best way? see a good pro he will fix you in 30 minutes flat
@@GolfSidekick Absolutely, I have been seeing a pro and slowly my swing is getting back to where it once was. One more thing, are you playing the takomo irons?
The best things I’ve done is to put a utility three iron in the bag . It gives me a back up game if the driver doesn’t feel right during round. It’s brought down my last few scores. Everyone needs a B game when their A game isn’t working.
@@GolfSidekick I’m writing a book/manual on skill, developing skill and practice across different sports and my sport (athletics). You’ll be mentioned in it for sure.
@@GolfSidekick thank you Matt, I'm also a Saffa living in NZ and trying to play the game, and refer all my Kiwi mates to your channel for course management tips and if they are struggling with their mental game. Great work with your channel. It really helps a lot of people with realistic and practical advice.
Playa, I love how your confidentiality peaked for the last six holes. You beat that soy into submission with the easiest possible shots and earned that delicious pork neck
2 important things: he clubs up 2 clubs then half swings and man management vs course management. The 2 clubs up works out so you can 9 o'clock swing. Course management can only work if you manage yourself.
Do I need a rangefinder if I have a watch? I mean, I know the pin location areas on that day (colour-coded) and my watch tells me the distance to hazards/greens, with front and back edge
Looking at some Tacomo irons and was between the 201s and the 301s. This video says 'pick the 201s. Get rid of the ego.' Cause there's always days like this.
Hey Matt not looking to kill your vibe but I learned the hard way that it's a 2 stroke penalty if your change balls mid hole. So we can't change balls to putt😢
There is comfort in knowing I am not the only one who loses that feel completely in the middle of a round like I have never played before. Good video as always, Matty.
First time this happened to be in a long long long time. I did re injure my wrist hitting a cart path with my 60° so that wasn’t clever
@@GolfSidekick Wishing you a speedy recovery
Great job Matt! In a way, a round like that that is as impressive as scratch. Keep up the good work brotha!
I felt like I completely forgot how to hit an iron for a whole month last summer. Now I’m back down to a 6 cap so it gets better I promise lol
Of course you hurt your wrist that way Matty boom boom 😉
"Now golf is a game of patience" 😂😂 Quality. Well played.
hahaha that "me neither" right at the beginning cracked me up
I wish people knew how Much crack myself up
Should start all of his videos with a random golf question that gets progressively weirder as the weeks go on, and then just answer them with "me neither '. And then "me neither " needs to go on merch.
Loved it. Just played yesterday after watching this and a few other videos. Shot 84 - usually high 90s. One hole was under construction so I gave myself a bogie based on average play. Left 3 birdies within 6? feet with misses of a couple inches. Like you've said , I went to my comfort zone and for me hit irons only. Driver/woods give me 2x, 3x bogies so ditched em. My 4 iron is as comfortable as my 9 but woods always ruin me. Going irons only, removing hazards with layups was exactly what you said, getting up and down which I didn't. I really feel so empowered now. I chunked two chips, 3 putt twice and only one 2x bogie ...with the birdies I left I know breaking 80 is happening this year. Thanks for reiterating leaving your ego, it was so hard to go irons only and off the first tee I was already being razzed for 'not having the balls' to hit a driver but I LOVED going toe to toe score wise and always being in the fairway. It made golf FUN! and I never got mad at myself, and said the bad chips happen and moved on.
Scored my first 93 yesterday using your advice. Used to be between 110-105. Waddaplaya, and wadda guy. Thanx Matty Boom Boom.
Matty Boom Boom, golf Sensei, once again delivers the good with a video that really talks to the average golfer’s experience. One the best of the best.
If I break 80 this year, I will name my next child "wadda - playa". First and middle names, respectively.
I’m down to a 6 handi but my emotions still are the biggest reason I go from mid 70’s to mid 80’s. These videos are helping me so much! Ego has been holding me back
Thanks. 1st round out of the gate. 82. With two doubles. You’re my new coach. Even the shitty shots were good
My back completely tightened up yesterday while playing nine holes. Thankfully I was still able to play well within 150 and getting up and down for pars. Ended up only shooting 1 over by using your advice by just staying out of trouble and making smart decisions. Your tips have completely changed my game. You're a legend.
I looked up Red Tiger and found two versions on Amazon Red Tiger store for $94 and $99 US. Better than my Caddy Tek from Costco at $120 that I thought was a pretty good deal. I am on the bus line of struggles lately so this video will help. Plus, I think 'beating a broken record' is pretty good for most of us to get the point across on how to get out of a terrible mindset and salvage a round going badly and also gain some knowledge through the struggles.
I will be honest
It's the best of the budget rangefinder I have tried.
Nothing can beta it at this price point
Completely lost my iron play lately as well. Got to a 9.5 index and now shooting 85+ regularly. I am just gutting it out and trying to simplify. Picturing the shots is helping get me back on track. Thanks Matt.
in the exact same boat as you brother. Got to 8.7 at end of last year and now up to 11.9. Trying to get back to consistent 80-84 rounds and the occasional break 80. Best of luck to you
Just had a trip out to Cali for a couple rounds in Palm Springs and to play Torrey. Shot 80 at Indian canyons and 90 at Torrey with a +6 on the front. Wind got crazy on the back and went +12. I just try to find one swing I can consistently rely on that I can know where my misses are, aim accordingly and most importantly commit to your line and swing. I think it’s the same principle I have to relearn every year. Swing your swing and commit. Cheers and good luck out there 👍
“I know I’m beating a broken record” LOLOL! Simply the best Lithuanian golf TH-camr.
Life advice masquerading as golf tips! Legendary content !
Had me dying at 11:42 hahaha
Couldnt have come at a better time, was playing my best golf, shot 5 over and 3 over on the front 9 of my local course as a 14 hc, played last week and it was like i had forgot how to swing a golf club, pulls, shanks, blocks, you name the miss, i had it.
Going through that right now, any advice on what helped you get back on track?
Best channel on YT. The mechanics of the game will always come and go resulting in good and bad rounds. But the mental side of things can always be applied to any round. Really appreciate all the knowledge you share GSK!!! 🙌
Shot 85 today by parking the driver after 1 swing with it, started teeing off with the 3 hybrid and dropped 7 strokes from last Friday, Thanks Matt, it works....
Awesome 💪🏻😎🤘🏻
I swear this happened to me yesterday! I played 3 rounds of golf and then went out for a round with some friends. I could not hit anything! Pulling hard right I was down 2 clubs on yardage. I am going to rest up a couple of days and pray to the golf gods the game comes back. What little of it I had in the first place 😂
this video helped me break 80 for the first time the day after I watched it. The way Matty plays when he doesn't have his best is what I'm like most of the time, and this video helped me realise my potential and keep everything together enough to shoot 77 (+6). Thank you playa!
Playa...I lost my swing about a month ago. I had to bring it back from the dead, so I have been playing with a zombie swing. This is a very timely video and I'm happy to say that I have my first lesson soon. Great work planting a couple birdskis even on a "bad" round!
This video is perfectly on time for me, as my last round was a total meltdown to include the score, my mindset, my swing and putting…it was if I had no control of anything…
An absolute clinic on how to score when you don't have your stuff. Great job Matty! Managing the self is WAY harder than managing the course. Great video!
Me yesterday, completely lost my swing outside of 100 yards. Topped almost every shot. Never had that issue before. Luckily my short game was the best it’s ever been. I recalled your advice and kept my cool to finish strong.
Just ordered the range finder through the link on the video and as a bonus it had free shipping to New Zealand and a $20 Usd voucher discount too. Look forward to giving it a go.
I use it every shot my boy
brilliant stuff Matty boom boom. Important to get a score when the swing leaves for a while
Man, I needed this. It's nice to be reminded that it happens to everyone. Been practising a ton, but went from striping the ball and having the most confidence I've ever had, to suddenly 'skanking' like I've never played. Happened out of nowhere. In fact, I birdie the first hole -- using all the tips I've learned from @GolfSidekick :) -- and then just BAM! 2nd hole on onward was a disaster. Will get it back sooner than later though with this confidence booster!
I got addicticated 😉to this channel in the past 10 days. So many great thoughts. I have never broken 80 on a par 72 course in my life, a few 81s were my best rounds, and these days I can shoot 85 or 98 on any given day. What I seem to lose (in the high 90s rounds) is not so much the swing itself, but my ability to set up properly, which then leads to not being able to commit to the shot at all, because no matter what I do, I feel uncomfortable over the ball and not confidential at all. I'd love it, if you could make a video on that topic. Keep up the great work please.
Practice with one alignment stick on the range. You’ll get it
I like the fact that you are putting your entire body into the swing. F=MA i.e. using everything you have in a rhythmic fashion.
Much different than what most people do and look like when they hit the ball.
at 11:32, that bird noise...Shut Up ! hahah i nearly fell on the floor. Too good
Just love watching and hearing the methodology. This helps me so much, having a template checklist to go through. Love it Matty Boom Boom.
Havent watched yet, but my thoughts just based off the title: Sometimes golf is really hard. Effort in doesn't always equate to great results, and I've been working reaaaally hard to improve my swing, but still struggling with consistent contact. Looking forward to watching this one
My confidentiality grows every time I watch one of your vids….:: my fashion awareness is also improving 👍😎
Glad to see a video that is like what I experience a lot. Yes , manage ourselves. Bravo.
One of my favorite videos yet!
When's the Playa's Playbook being released? You drop so many nuggets of information in a video it would be handy to have a quick reference to review before heading to the course!
I have been looking for a useful tip on severe uphill chips. Thanks!
I hit a nice drive with the wind at my back. Par 4 390 yard hole. Right down center 225 yards . Next shot my 4 hybrid. It sliced right and banged into an oak tree on the right side if the green. Fell straight down onto a rock. Bounced 10 feet from the pin. Sometimes when you lose your confidentiality, karma takes over
"What I love is my Red Tiger!" x 9 A great many good golf tips!
Hi Matt. I'm a beginner to this golf game. Just play my first ever golf round in March 2024. I will try to commit to your strategy and aiming to break 100 within this year. Wish me luck
Played some of my best golf today. Just played backwards from the pin as you always preach with no hero shots. Who knew golf was so easy 🤣 Cheers Playa
Exactly. We forget. But gotta keep reminding because in three months maybe you get complacent. Stay easy
@@GolfSidekick maybe when I shoot under par I’ll go back to thinking I know it all 🤣
This was good. We need to see that it can happen and that we need to adapt. Thnx for this
I just bought a RedTiger and its everything I thought it would be. It easily beats ny old Bushnell V4
Aciu, vieninteliam lietuvos golfo youtuberiui. Brilliasnt strategy as usual.
bless you
Your content is unique and brilliant ❤
Matt always posts the videos I need
Dammit. I can only press like once. Video deserves MULTIPLE likes.
If I “lose” my swing somewhere in the round it’s inevitably because I stopped thinking about feeling the shot and being shot oriented with 100% commitment and started thinking about my golf SWING instead. Think about WHAT you want to do, not HOW.
60% of the time, it works every time.
I really appreciate your course management advice
How do I stay down on my irons? I’m not very confidential with them at all anymore. A lot of toe strikes! Thanks for the videos. They’re gold!
playa you are more than likely focusing on the wrong thing and finding fixes for the wrong diagnosis.
the best way? see a good pro he will fix you in 30 minutes flat
@@GolfSidekick Absolutely, I have been seeing a pro and slowly my swing is getting back to where it once was. One more thing, are you playing the takomo irons?
Yas 301mb
You're gold man, you're gold!
Well done Maty booom boom!
Introduced my dad to your videos tonight. Told him they helped me improve my game immensely, he now understands why.
lol that’s like 4-5 years after you’ve watched them playa. You been keeping secrets
@@GolfSidekick hrs come out on the course with me a couple of times to witness my learnings.. but yes, I've kept secrets from him 😂
I am going through a period were I don't know where the golf ball is going also. Unfortunately for me it has from about 1980.
"I'm thinking about papaya salad"
Dude sum tam is so good. Easily the most underrated Thai dish from my visit there.
Next time get
Yum tua poo
The best dish in the land
It's a game of patience, SHADAAAPPP 🙂
'I used to just keep playing the same game, screwing up harder, and then end up getting more frustrated.'
-insert Leonardo DiCaprio pointing gif here-
As always, thanks for all your tips!
wish I had this video on Saturday as it was one of those rounds
Shot 42 at my local course this week . Wada round .
The best things I’ve done is to put a utility three iron in the bag . It gives me a back up game if the driver doesn’t feel right during round. It’s brought down my last few scores. Everyone needs a B game when their A game isn’t working.
Brilliant
@@GolfSidekick I’m writing a book/manual on skill, developing skill and practice across different sports and my sport (athletics). You’ll be mentioned in it for sure.
With the magnetization
magneticalism
Would you happen to have a link for your shirt and hat? love them, awesome .. I'll wear it to work.
Just saying, I been seeing those birdy feathers quite a bit on my local course in New Zealand. You got reach my man!
I made it 14 minutes before I felt like I was watching an infomercial for Red Tiger rangefinders.
I love it when you fenangle your words.
Nothing like the Playa's Playaland complete set!!
The brotella of man management.
highly confidential vibrational technology 💪
Seen this course in many of your vids. What is it? And awesome vid!
kirimaya my favorite
Matty Boom Boom straight killed that put 23:16
Hi Matt, can the rangefinder give the distances in meters too? Looks like a very good deal in the link you shared.
Yes sir of course meters too
@@GolfSidekick thank you Matt, I'm also a Saffa living in NZ and trying to play the game, and refer all my Kiwi mates to your channel for course management tips and if they are struggling with their mental game. Great work with your channel. It really helps a lot of people with realistic and practical advice.
I have to play one of these Jack Nicholson courses this season 😂
love your content! do you use a black ball on the greens so it is easier to see in the recording?
Jack Nicholson has created a great golf course. Looks really fun to play
Fantastic as alwYs
“Jack Nicholson has created a great golf course.” 😂
Playa, I love how your confidentiality peaked for the last six holes. You beat that soy into submission with the easiest possible shots and earned that delicious pork neck
I rewarded myself with some Beyond Meat sausage afterward
@@GolfSidekick My doctor says I need to eat my veggies too
2 important things: he clubs up 2 clubs then half swings and man management vs course management. The 2 clubs up works out so you can 9 o'clock swing.
Course management can only work if you manage yourself.
I'm a hundred percent confidential this video is awesome.
Confidential???
yes, the same as 'in confidence'
the belief that you can rely on something, firm trust
I dream of the red tiger 😍
*REDTIGER
You plant the feather to grow the birdie! Matty boom boom! You are a fucking legend 😅😅😅
Love the vids, but why are you putting with a different ball? (black)
Do I need a rangefinder if I have a watch? I mean, I know the pin location areas on that day (colour-coded) and my watch tells me the distance to hazards/greens, with front and back edge
I use both playa
To me, it's the perfect combo
"Give it to the universe"
The Universe "Psst....CONFENDITIAL!? haha!"
Great shirt. Where to get it from?
waddaplayagolf.com/products/playas-playland
Hi Matt, wheres this course please?
Kirimaya
Any reason why you replace your ball with that black one when putting?
can someone recommend a good range finder?
Hey thats a cool range finder, what is it called again?
Purple cougar I believe
Hey Matty, please let us know which Range Finder you used ... feel like you hardly mentioned it 😉
😂😅👌🏻😎🤘🏻
The sidekick has 14 clubs and about 39 shots in his bag, a real Houdini on the course.
that shirt and hat is gnarly lol nice one
How do you determine how far you grip down the club when the ball is above your feet
Just by feel. Slightly above your feet is an inch. Quite above your feet is two inches
Playa, it’s is impossible to exceed 100% in any endeavor. Just ask the great Albie Einstein.
Still the Man!!!
Rethink Impossible into I’m possible
Looking at some Tacomo irons and was between the 201s and the 301s. This video says 'pick the 201s. Get rid of the ego.' Cause there's always days like this.
5:16 Waddashot!
Hey Matt not looking to kill your vibe but I learned the hard way that it's a 2 stroke penalty if your change balls mid hole. So we can't change balls to putt😢
Depends on your postal code
@GolfSidekick ok so I need to move 😂
What brand of rangefinder do you use?
😂😅🤘🏻😎👌🏻
It's from ours! We are REDTIGER 😊
@@redtigerdashcam1806 Ahhh well when you need even more spread. Just let me know. 🤓😉💪🏻😎🤘🏻