Dr. Noel Rousseau and Trevor Jones have combined forces to form a partnership whose sole focus is to help you beat the Yips. Both Trevor and Noel are PGA Golf Professionals and they bring their coaching/teaching insight and their extensive research into the Yips to the #OntheMark show. Suffering from the Yips is an awful malady and shockingly about 50% of the world's golfing population suffer from, or have suffered from the Yips. Hence the urgency in Trevor and Noel's work and they share tips, tricks and thoughts to help you back to golf freedom. They discuss: The Yips - What, How and Why? The fact that having the Yips is no longer a death penalty for golfers Solving the problem with more than just technical solutions Neuroscientific influences in the Yips The differences between the Yips in Putting and Chipping Contrasting and dealing with Type 1 and Type 2 Yips FOPO - Fear of Other People's Opinions Exposure Therapy for success, and Diffusion exercises and skills to compose the mind. Trevor also highlights the two ways a golfer will deal with the yips - the B.A.D. Way (Blind Spots, Avoidance and Distraction) and the A.C.E. Way (Acknowledge, Compose and Engage). This podcast is also available for viewing on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Randy Smith is a PGA Golf Professional and a member of the PGA of America's Hall of Fame. He is the all-time leading PGA of America National Award winner, with 18 awards including the 1996 PGA of America Professional of the Year. Currently the Royal Oaks CC (Dallas) Golf Professional Emeritus and the Director of Instruction, Randy still gives lessons to golfers of all skill levels. His most notable student being World #1 golfer, Scottie Scheffler. Randy joins #OntheMark (for a second time) to share his wisdom and insight on the game of golf. In this episode he shares how Scottie Scheffler approaches the game and how the Fundamentals of Golf set the table for consistent performances. Randy elaborates on a number of game improvement concepts including: Taking ownership of what you do Dealing with student's emotions Sticking to the task at hand and not getting waylaid by other information The fundamentals of golf - Grip, Alignment and Posture - and their importance Control of the clubface and understanding the influence of the "bottom hand" The 3 "Entry Points" into the golf-ball, and Swinging the weight of the clubhead. He also shares nuggets on how Scottie Scheffler plays incl.: How Scottie managed his technique while growing up and undergoing growth spurts Scottie's focus on the grip and the clubface How Scottie manages the golf-course and his decision-making, and Scottie's balance and foot work. This podcast is a treasure trove of a lifelong experience in golf and is sure to help you unlock simple ways to improve your game. It is also available as a vodcast on YouTube - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Bernie Najar is a PGA of America Golf Professional and the Director of Instruction at Caves Valley Golf Club in Maryland, USA. Recognized as one of Golf Digest's Top 50 Teachers, and Golf Magazine's Top 100 Teachers, Bernie works with students of all ages and skill levels. He is perhaps best known for being the coach to World Long Drive Champion, Kyle Berkshire. Bernie joins #OntheMark to share some insights from his experiences and his latest book: "Speed Power Finesse - How to Play the Three Games of Golf." Bernie highlights many game improvement lessons including: Is it possible for a player of any age or skill level to pick up more clubhead speed and distance? The most important question - What does your game look like? Analysing swing videos properly The definitions of Speed, Power and Finesse and how to practice each element appropriately, and 4 Myths that could be ruining your game. Bernie also shares nuggets from Kyle Berkshire's powerful golf-swing, as he takes you on a deep dive to incorporate both power and finesse into your game. Watch this podcast as a vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Mark Sweeney is a Golf Digest Top 50 Golf Instructor and a teacher to many leading PGA TOUR golfers incl. Keegan Bradley, Sam Burns, Tommy Fleetwood, Padraig Harrington, Adam Scott, Justin Rose and Nelly Korda. Sweeney is a putting expert and the founder of the AimPoint Green Reading System. He joins #OntheMark to talk about AimPoint, Green-reading and Better Putting. He discusses Aimpoint and Elaborates on the Mechanics and the How-To's of AimPoint: AimPoint Express vs the original AimPoint Charts Systems Under-reading vs Over-reading Putts and the Scientific Data supporting which is better AimPoint and Pace of Play and How AimPoint actually Speeds up Play How to Use Aimpoint Express and the Mechanics of how it Works Feeling break in the Body as a way of sensing Slope and Reading Greens Learning and Practicing the Feel of Different Percentages of Slopes, What Elements influence the Break of Putts including: Slope, Speed, Grain, and Wind, and The Time it takes Putts to Get to the Hole from Different Distances and How that can Improve Distance Control. Here is the #OntheMark guarantee - you will lower your scores if you make more putts. So download and share this podcast, or watch it on YouTube - search and subcribe to Mark Immelman.
Christo Garcia is a highly sought after Golf Instructor who specializes in what he calls the "Classic Golf Swing." He is also an actor and an avid golfer and he played the role of Ben Hogan in a TV special for The Golf Channel. Christo's YouTube channel - "Classic Golf Swing" - has over 75 thousand subscribers and is a source for timeless golf-swing insight and advice. He joins #OntheMark to discuss his approach to golf and the golf-swing and elaborate on the differences between the "Modern" and the "Classic" swing. Game Improvment topics addressed include: Christo's years of golf frustration and the evolution in his approach to recapture his best golf The Differences between the Classic and the Modern Golf Swings Grip Pressure Points and their Importance in Ball-strike Compression Body and Club Relationships - The Arms' Relationship to the Spine, and Keeping the Club in Front of the Body Braking forces for added Clubhead Speed Moving from Technical Thoughts to Subconcious Reaction and Athleticism, and The "Alter Ego" Effect to improve Self Identity on the Course. Christo also refers to a number of golf-swing models such as Jack Nicklaus and Sam Snead and explains how the Classic Swing approach will help mitigate and alleviate injury. This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman to watch it and see Christo's demonstrations.
Scottie Scheffler put on a dominating and complete performance to win The 153rd Open Championship at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. OntheMark Podcast host, Mark Immelman, revisits the epic tournament and highlights lessons you can learn from Scottie Scheffler's play in a mental, physical and emotional capacity. He also highlights lessons in resilience as demonstrated by Bryson DeChambeau and Wyndham Clark. Specifically Mark addresses the following game improvement topics: Bounce-Back after Errors Priorities and Keeping Golf in Perspective Patience and Proper Course Management What the Attitude for Success Looks Like Saving Shots and "Saving" Swings, Scrambling and the Value of Shot #3, and The Value of Understanding the Influence of Ones Grip on the Golf-Club. This podcast is also available as a Vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman to watch and learn, as well as see other Podcasts in the OntheMark library of shows.
Karl Morris is an instructor, an author, a podcaster and one of the leading minds in golf instruction. Widely recognized as Europe's leading performance coach, Karl has worked with 6 Major Championship winners and over 100 PGA Tour, European Tour, LPGA and Ladies European Tour golfers. He joins #OntheMark to share insights on a new concept he has been using to help golfers, of all skill levels, to better levels of focus in practice, play and competition. Karl describes "One Point" and the elements to applying it for narrowed, more productive focus and attention. He elaborates on One Point's 5 Points of Attention: Target Ball Flight Golf-Club Face Body Center Point, and an Element Unrelated to the Task Karl also teaches on topics like: Becoming your own Golf Shot Coach Solving the Puzzles of Golf Training around Impact Conditions Clarity of Intention, and Some Advice on Success from Coach Lou Holtz Help yourself to play and focus with more intent and better attention, while you develop both your "playing mindset' and your "training mindset." Download and share or go to YouTube and search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
A rising star in the Golf Instruction industry, Nathalie Sheehan has an easy way of explaining and teaching golf-swing and game improvement concepts. Based at The Pelican Club in Tampa, Florida, a Golf Digest Best Young Teacher and hosts a Game Improvement show on The Golf Channel. She joins #OntheMark to talk about the value of good drills to learn and improve golf-swings. She demonstrates (on YouTube - Mark Immelman's page) and explains the following drills and how they work: The Waist to Waist Drill - to control clubhead speed The Wrist Hinge and Re-hinge Drill - to release the golf-club and hit square shots The Slo-Mo Wedge Play Drill - to improve Wedge play and distance control The Better Backswing Drill - to improve the alignment and pivot of the backswing, and The Ball Between the Feet Drill - to stabilize and power up the golf-swing. Nathalie helps you to become your own coach and straighten your shots with the help of these simple drills. You can watch how she does them in you go to Mark Immelman's YouTube page - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman. Podcast brought to you in part by Svnovus.
Tom Stickney is a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and a Golf Digest Top 50 International Instructor. He is a specialist in Biomechanics for Golf, Physiology, and 3d Motion Analysis, and has been a Director of Instruction for almost 30 years at clubs and resorts around the world. Tom is still sought after by leading players on various Professional Tours for help with their respective games. Stickney joins Mark Immelman to discuss golf instruction, game improvements and how a number of "Old School" swing ideas and feels are still relevant in today's game. As he and Mark draw parallels between golfers past and present, Tom introduces the following feels and thoughts: Golf Swing Connection by Jimmy Ballard The X-Factor by Jim McLean The "Magic' Right Elbow Move by Harvey Penick Swinging Barefoot by Sam Snead, and Rotating and Pivoting "Inside the Barrel" by Percy Boomer Tom also discusses the motivation for making swing changes, golf swing "Danger Zones" and how thinking like a kid when creating golf shots is a sure-fire eway to success. This podcast is also available for viewing on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Almost 10 years after getting his Doctorate in Management, Dr. Izzy Justive pivoted towards Neuroscience with the advent of wireless EEG technology that allowed real-time access to brain while performing all kinds of tasks. Since then Izzy has observed 1000s of human performance activities resulting in the creation of a library of patent-pending Neurohacks that allow real-time quick 'cognitive performance boosters' by temporarily reducing distractions to allow high performance in critical moments on an off the golf course. He joins Mark Immelman to discuss his new book, "Your Brain Swings Every Club - Chasing 10Hz," and illustrate how your brain works, and how you can "neurohack" your way to a calm, focussed mind for effortless performance under pressure. Among many topics, Izzy highlights the following: How golf technique gains from improvements in technology are being eroded by over-stimulated, distracted brains How your brain works What is 10Hz, why it is important for peak performance, and how your brain activity spikes and lowers The Human nature to chase after cheap Dopamine hits Izzy's Red, Yellow and Green Scale to measure brain spikes Neurohacks, what they are and how they work, and A "10/10" Neurohack to calm your brain and your mind for improved performance. This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
"Fast" Eddie Fernandes is an American Golf Professional as well as a Long Drive Professional. He is a 3X World Long Drive Champion, and now in his 50's is still one of fastest swingers of the golf club in the world. (His longest ball in competition is 480 yards.) Eddie has won over 50 professional Mini Tour events, 15+ Long Drive events and he made the PGA TOUR Champions Q-School finals in 2021 - he joins #OntheMark to show us exactly how he does it, and how you can drive the ball farther too. Eddie dives into the Mechanics and the Must-Do's for more speed: How to Create a Bigger "Runway" for Acceleration Footwork and its Value in Speed Creation Creating a Pivot that "Opens up the Body" Hand and Wrist Action for Speed Transfer Golf Swing Freedom and Swinging in Balance Center Contact and Understanding "Anticipitory Muscle Reaction" Equipment and Shafts for More Speed Generation Trajectory and Tee-Heights for Added Distance, and The Mindset for Success off the Tee. This podcast is also available as a Vodcast, and you can watch Eddie hit drives at his "cruising speed" of 190+mph. Search and subcribe to Mark Immelman.
Dana Dahlquist is a Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher and a Golf Digest Top 50 Golf Instructor. Recognized as one of the best on the Professional Golf, Dana's goal is to help players create swings that are functional and repeatable under pressure, not just swings that look good on camera on the driving range. Originally trained with a background in mechanics (MORAD specifically), his teaching has evolved to understand the forces players must apply to create the matchups needed in their swing. Dana also works with Bryson DeChambeau and joins #OntheMark to set up the US Open and help you get a better understanding of how to build a dynamically stable and repeatable golf swing. He takes a deep dive into technique as he discusses elements that a lot of golfers misundestand: Hitting Down in Contrast to Presenting Better Dynamic Loft for better Strikes and more Power How to effectively Make Changes for Consistency when embarking on Game Improvement Measures, and Managing Expectations and Setting Positive Timelines for Improvement. As he elaborates on these important topics Dana talks about Ben Hogan, Mac O'Grady, Lee Trevino and Bryson DeChambeau. He also talks about game improvement's "Heirarchy of Needs" and how hitting the shot that is needed is better than hitting a good shot - as he uses Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods and Scottie Scheffler as examples. This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman's YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@MarkImmelman
Henri Johnson is the Inventor/Founder and CEO of FlightScope Golf. He has a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Electical and Electronics Engineering at The Stellenbosch University in South Africa. Henri began his career in the development of Radar and Sonar Systems for the SA Defense Force. Thereafter he parlayed that experience into a career in golf ball and golf-club performance measurement and FlightScope was born. Henri joins #OntheMark to talk about FlightScope and its array of products incl. Launch Monitors and the new FS I4 Rangefinder. As he does this Henri educates on game improvement by teaching about and explaining the following measurement and learning concepts: Ballistics - how the golf ball travels and what elements affect its performance, incl. Lift Forces, Air Density, Kinematic Viscosity, and Air Resistance. Understanding Launch Monitor Data and How to Properly apply the insight for more appropriate game improvement decisions. D-Plane Data and Understanding the information the Data Points offer. Golf Ball Launch Angles, Speeds, Spins and Descent Angles and their impact on Distance and Power. Maximizing Equipment and Golf Ball combinations for Optimum Speed and Carry Distance. Using the FS Launch Monitor for Productive Practice and Game Improvement, and The I4 Rangefinder and how its Smart-Gapping Technology and Real-time Environmental information can help you select the proper club for each shot. This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube - Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Matt Baker is a PGA (England) golf professional, golf instructor and the CEO of Matt Baker Golf Ltd. Based in Clitheroe in Northwest England, Matt specialises in online coaching and personal lessons to golfers of all skill levels from Beginner to Elite. His coaching philosophy is to keep it simple, and build on familiar movements, from life activities and other sports, that help you improve your golf faster. Matt joins #OntheMark to illustrates the commonalities between swings from other sports and the golf-swing. He also dives into the M-System - a skill-based system of golf-swing instruction devised by Mike Malaska. In describing the M-System, Matt breaks down the 5 elements to building a better swing: The "Line of Compression" The "Lever System" The "Body Motion" Combining Skills (Levers and Body Motion) for success, and How to Practice Productively for your Swing to Perform under Pressure. You can also watch this podcast as a Vodcast on YouTube - just search for, and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Dan Landman is the founder of Spoiler Golf and the inventor of the Spoiler OG Putter. The idea for Spoiler Golf came from putting with a wedge and, by extension, learning how pure the ball rolled from the leading edge of a Wedge vs the traditional “flat face” of a putter. Dan and Spoiler Golf believe a better roll of the golf ball unlocks a better putting experience, and so they set out to change the face of putting for everybody. Dan's suspicion of a purer roll of the ball coming off the leading edge of a club vs the face of a putter was confirmed with research measuring the skid and roll of golf ball. He and his engineer/designer doubled down on their efforts and built a number of "Leading Edge" putters. Eventually after much trial and error they settled on the Spoiler OG - a putter where form truly met function. Dan explains the Leading Edge technology as he introduces the Spoiler Putter. He also addresses: The importance of putting and the role it plays in lowering scores How the Leading Edge technology works How Leading Edge technology enhances focus and concentration on the process of excecution on the greens Impact location for success in distance control and accuracy Mitigating the yips with Leading Edge technology, and How the Spoiler gives instant feedback for quicker, more purpose-driven learning. This podcast is also available as a vodcast - search and subscribe to Mark Immelman on his YouTube channel to watch and learn.
Chuck Quinton is a respected golf instructor and the founder of "The Rotary Swing" golf swing learning system - a system that is based on human anatomy, physics, golf swing mechanics and how the brain learns new motor movement patterns. Chuck operates the Rotary Swing Academy in Orlando Florida, is active on YouTube and has also authored three golf instruction books. He joins Mark Immelman to discuss his Rotary Swing approach to instruction and also share his GOAT Code to striking the golf ball more powerfully and consistently. The GOAT Code is based off Quinton's exhaustive research on Tiger Woods' golf swing and what it feels like to swing like Tiger Woods. As Quinton dives into the approach to better Woods-like golf swings he talks about 4 elements - Consistency, Control, Compression and Confidence. He also elaborates on the following game improvement topics: The big picture golf swing idea for better ballstriking Efficient power production The "Goat" delivery position Learning good clubface control with the trail-hand Golf and Baseball swing similarities Repetition for long-term success, and A Balance Drill for productive golf-swing practice. Chuck also demonstrates a number of swing positions and moves so it is worthwhile to watch this podcast on YouTube once you have listened to it. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman on YouTube to find this podcast and more.
Dylan Naidoo is a South African Professional golfer and the winner of the 2025 South African Open at The Durban Country Club. A former NCAA College golfer at the University of Arkansas, Dylan plays on The DP World Tour and the South African Sunshine Tour. He joins #OntheMark to share lessons learned from his life in golf culminating with the career highlight of winning his National Open Championship. Dylan and Mark Immelman revist the 2025 SA Open victory and Dylan takes you inside the ropes, and inside his emotions as he elaborates on the tournament, his play, the emotions and the nerves he felt, and how he navigated the challenges en route to the win. He also talks about his approach to game improvement and technique and shares insights on various topics including: Playing "carefree golf" A positive mindset during the struggles Learning from career lows "Ball-flight" golf instruction Making small game tweaks in contrast to big overhauls for improvement How he hits and shapes shots Having a "go-to shot" under pressure The value of being a student of the short game Using statistics for success, and Mental clarity on and off the course. This podcast is also available as a vodcast. To watch go to YouTube and Subscribe to Mark Immelman.
More than 500 thousand Coaches and Athletes, in over 150 Countries use Onform to record, analyze, and share videos. Over 100 Professional Sporting Organizations rely on Onform to optimize performance. Over 45 million videos recorded by coaches and athletes have been recorded to the Onform Cloud. In short, Onform is changing the golf instruction industry. At its core, Onform is a video analysis & coaching app designed to accelerate skill development for coaches and athletes across 150+ sports. Their goal is to simplify the coaching process through innovative technology by helping teams and individuals achieve their full potential. Nate Hairgrove and Gear Fisher, the co-founder of Onform, join the #OntheMark Podcast to introduce this all-encompassing coaching and teaching solution. They highlight the myriad of App features, incl.: The NEW 3D Visualization to observe swing characteristics like slide and sway with 3D analysis tools The NEW 4-Way Video Player to view up to 4 angles at oncein including the 3D model for a complete view The NEW Centralized Admin Tools to bulk invite students, manage staff, and organize multi-location academies The NEW Studio Solution to create a portable, wireless studio with multi-cam and a new centralized control iPad The NEW Mirror Cam that can turn an iPad at your feet into a live down-the-line feed for instant alignment and posture feedback The Launch Monitor Integrations in order to connect your Full Swing KIT or Garmin R10 to get ball & club data on every swing The Record & Capture Feature to capture 1080p HD video @ up to 240fps for detailed analysis with 5 recording modes Automatic Cloud Backup - Every video is automatically backed up to our cloud to save your device storage, and The Multi-Angle Capture Featire to record from multiple angles for comprehensive analysis. Onform will transform your abilities as a coach and/or player to quickly record and analyze your technique. It will improve your diagnostic abilities and lead to quicker and more effective game improvement adjustments. Watch how the Onform App works, and get a working demonstration by searching for and subscribing to Mark Immelm on YouTube
Mark Immelman is a CBS Sports and a PGA TOUR Live announcer. He is also a decorated golf instructor and the 2009 NCAA Div II Coach of the Year. The host of the #OntheMark Podcast, Mark is annually a part of the Amen Corner broadcast of The Masters and he revisits The Masters and Rory McIlroy's historic win. He also highlights lessons from the tournament and various players that will help you improve your mental and your physical golf game: Resilience and Handling Adversity by Rory McIlroy Focussed and Purpose-driven Practice with Scottie Scheffler and Bryson DeChambeau Course Management and Shot Selection with Rory and Scottie Courage and bravado by Justin Rose, Max Homa and Rory, and Staying True to Your Dreams and Never Giving Up. Mark educates and motivates with this Masters Review podcast - It is sure to inspire you as it guides you to better decisions and more productive practice. This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube. Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.
Will Stubbs (England) is the Managing Director of Zen Golf. He holds a BSc in Sports Development with Coaching and an MSc in Sports and Execise Science. His Masters thesis research identified how golf coaching paradigms must change from technique-driven practice to adhere to the dynamic nature where the performer is interacting with the ever-changing environment. This makes him one of the foremost minds in Skill Acquisition coaching Based in England and established over 20 years ago, Zen is more than a ‘moving floor’. Their unique Adaptive Terrain Technology (ATT) instantly transforms the golf landscape and enjoyment of the game. Zen Golf gives you the world’s most true-to-life, most immersive indoor golf experience by recreating the slopes you find on a real golf course. Gradients of all kinds, on every shot and every putt, on the Zen Tour performance playing surfaces. How Technique changes given Undulation and Slope changes How Biomechanics change off varying Slopes How Practice should include work off Uneven lies The Skill of "reading" the game and the environment and making the requisite technique adjustments necessary for success Physical skill Acquistion vs Mental Skill Acquisition Building Confidence and Competence at the same time Using Uneven Lies to make Golf-swing Adjustments Using Zen Green Stages to Improve Green-reading Recreating Environments to Improve On-course Performance How to Create a completely Representative Learning Environment incl.: Gapping Clubs and Figuring Distances off Uneven Lies. Putting on Slopes. Learning Skills over Technique. Solving Environmental Challenges. Learning the Skill of Adaptability. Will also descibes the types of Zen Green Stages and gives a green-reading lesson lesson on a Zen Putting Green. To watch this and see Will give a demonstration search and subscribe to Mark Immelman on YouTube.
Joe Bouscaren
15% of the episode time was for self promotion on the front end! I found it too much.