Episodes

  • 204. RYDER CUP 2025 - FINAL ANALYSIS

    204. RYDER CUP 2025 - FINAL ANALYSIS
    Oct 2 2025
    Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. This week, we turn our attention to one of the greatest sporting contests in the world — last week's Ryder Cup. More than just a golf tournament, it is a battle of wills, character, psychology, and teamwork. Every two years, we see the best players from the United States and Europe step onto the same fairways, but what makes this event so fascinating is that talent alone doesn’t decide the outcome. The Ryder Cup is about pressure — the kind of pressure you can’t buy, practice, or even fully prepare for. It’s about how players handle expectation, how they fit into a team, and how they adapt when every shot matters, not just for themselves, but for their teammates and their continent. In today’s episode, I want to go beyond the scoreboards and statistics, and look at the mental game. We’ll explore five key psychological differences between the American and European players, five ways the teams differ in how they bond and function, and five contrasts in their playing styles that can often determine who lifts the trophy. So, let’s dive into the mind of the Ryder Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    40 mins
  • 203. 2025 RYDER CUP PREVIEW

    203. 2025 RYDER CUP PREVIEW
    Sep 18 2025
    Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. I’m your host, and with me today are Bobby Ross and Mike Kershaw. As we approach the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, we’ve got a lot to unpack: captains, strategies, pairings, and – of course – our prediction. On the U.S. side, Keegan Bradley leads the charge. He’s confirmed he will not serve as a playing captain, choosing instead to concentrate fully on leadership. He’s also close to solidifying his pairings, signalling that much of his game plan is already mapped out. Europe, meanwhile, is captained again by Luke Donald, returning for back‐to‐back Ryder Cups after the 2023 win. His team is almost identical to the one in Rome, with only one change: Rasmus Højgaard replacing his twin Nicolai. Donald’s picks are designed for cohesion and experience, with several pairings we expect to stay together through critical sessions. As for pairings, Europe looks likely to lean on combinations like Rahm-Hatton, McIlroy-Fleetwood, Åberg-Hovland, and Lowry-Straka in the foursomes and fourballs. Golfmagic The U.S. pairing sheet is more uncertain, but expect strong-performing veterans to be matched with rising stars – perhaps Thomas with Morikawa, or Scheffler with Burns. So, what will the final score be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • 202. THE CRITICAL PSYCHOLOGY OF THE RYDER CUP

    202. THE CRITICAL PSYCHOLOGY OF THE RYDER CUP
    Sep 12 2025
    Welcome back to The Golfing Mind. Today, we're diving into what really swings the balance in the Ryder Cup — not just drives and putts, but something deeper: the mind. In this episode, Robin Sieger explores the psychological undercurrents that can make or break performance in match play, especially in those tense singles sessions. We’ll explore how crowd energy—those roaring galleries, partisan cheers, even the hostility—can amplify nerves or fuel momentum. Expectation comes next: the weight of history, national pride, captain’s picks, and media narratives all pile on long before the first tee shot. Then there’s pressure—not just from opponents or course, but from the self: fears of letting teammates down, faltering under the spotlight, or slipping in form where it counts. Speaking of form: recent performances, winning or losing streaks, momentum through the week — these build or erode confidence. And confidence itself, entwined with self-belief, determines whether a player goes for a risky shot, stays calm after a bad hole, or folds under tension. By the end, we’ll give you our verdict: which players we think will thrive psychologically, which ones might crack, and who might tip the final score in their team’s favour based on mental strength more than golf swing. So tighten your grips, because this episode is about what you think as much as what you swing. https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • 201. THE THREE MENTAL FAULTS THAT CAUSE YOU TO MISS SHORT PUTTS

    201. THE THREE MENTAL FAULTS THAT CAUSE YOU TO MISS SHORT PUTTS
    Aug 28 2025
    Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that looks beyond the swing and dives into the psychology, strategy, and subtle mechanics that shape this beautiful and frustrating game. Today’s episode is called The Three Faults That Cause You to Miss Short Putts—and if you’re an average golfer, you already know the sting of watching a simple two-footer slide past the hole. Nothing derails confidence faster than missing what should be the easiest shot in golf. But why does it happen so often? While many golfers rush to fix mechanics—grip, stroke, alignment—the truth is most short-putt failures come from the mind, not the body. Pressure, nerves, and self-doubt creep in, and what should be a routine tap-in suddenly feels like a life-or-death trial. In the first half of this episode, I’ll explore the three biggest mental traps that cause golfers to miss short putts, and I’ll share practical ways to overcome them. Then, in the second half, we’ll look at some of the more common mechanical errors—things you can check and adjust quickly to give yourself a better chance of holing out. So, let’s get started and tackle those short putts head-on. https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • 200. THE TOUGHEST EVENT IN GOLF

    200. THE TOUGHEST EVENT IN GOLF
    Aug 14 2025
    https://www.siegergolf.com/online-courses This week, we delve into Tommy Fleetwood's latest heartbreaker at the FedEx St. Jude Championship. Despite holding a five-shot lead midway and a two-stroke advantage with five holes remaining, Fleetwood faltered late, finishing tied for third. This marks his 46th top-10 finish without a PGA Tour win, a record dating back to 1983 . What can he do to fix this scenario, Robin discusses. Yet, there's a silver lining: Fleetwood has secured his spot on Team Europe for the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, joining Justin Rose and Rory McIlroy . As we preview the September showdown, we assess Europe's prospects of clinching a rare away victory and examine the dynamics within Team USA under player-captain Keegan Bradley. Stay tuned as we explore the narratives shaping golf's most intense competition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • 199. WHAT MAKES SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER TICK?

    199. WHAT MAKES SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER TICK?
    Jul 31 2025
    Welcome back to The Golfing Mind, the podcast that explores the inner game of golf—where performance begins between the ears, not just between the fairways. This week, we're diving deep into the mindset of the man who’s dominating the game like few others have in recent years—Scottie Scheffler. Calm, consistent, and quietly competitive, Scheffler isn’t just winning tournaments—he’s redefining what mental toughness on the golf course looks like. So what makes him tick? What’s going on behind that steady demeanour and unshakeable rhythm? In this episode, I’ll unpack the psychological traits, routines, and mental habits that set Scheffler apart—and more importantly, I’ll share how you can apply some of those same mental tools to improve your own game, whether you're playing in a Major Championship or simply trying to beat your friends. Let’s get into it—because if golf is a game of inches, most of them are in your head. https://www.siegergolf.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • 198. THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW 2025

    198. THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW 2025
    Jul 10 2025
    Welcome to this week’s Golfing Mind. In this special episode, “THE OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIEW 2025,” we’re turning our focus to the upcoming Open Championship at Royal Portrush, set for July 17–20. Whether you’re a casual fan or a serious bettor, we’ve got you covered with an expert breakdown of course conditions, player form, and our keenly awaited picks. We’ll begin by mapping out Portrush’s signature challenges—the heaving dunes, strategic bunkers, and seaside wind patterns that demand precision off the tee and creativity around the greens. Next, we’ll analyze this year’s top contenders—our updated top‑10 list including Scheffler, McIlroy, Rahm, defending champ Schauffele, and surprise sleepers like Hovland—with fresh angle predictions based on recent stats and Open history. Joined from Salisbury, NC, by Matt Barr and from Atlanta, Georgia with Bob Ross, we delve deep and share our thoughts and observations. So grab your earbuds, settle in, and let’s tune our mental “mindware” to the rhythm of Royal Portrush—because championship week is here, and the Golfing Mind is primed to unlock it all. https://www.siegergolf.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • 197. WHY EXACTLY DO YOU PLAY GOLF ANYWAY?

    197. WHY EXACTLY DO YOU PLAY GOLF ANYWAY?
    Jul 3 2025
    https://www.siegergolf.com/ Welcome to this week’s episode of The Golfing Mind, titled “Why Exactly Do You Play Golf Anyway?” Today, we’re diving deep into the heart and soul of what drives us to pick up those clubs time and time again. Is it pure enjoyment—the simple thrill of watching that ball soar, the fresh breeze on the course, and that satisfying click of a perfect swing? Absolutely. But golf is so much richer than that. For many of us, golf gives purpose: a challenge to master ourselves, a journey toward personal growth with every swing and every round. Each shot is a mini-mission, each hole a quest. It’s this pursuit of improvement—against the course, conditions, and even our own tendencies—that gives golf its powerful sense of purpose. And let’s not forget the spirit of competitiveness. Some of us thrive on healthy rivalries: with our buddies on weekends, with ourselves in our best score, or even against a course that refuses to yield an easy round. That element of competition sharpens our minds and fuels that exhilarating love-hate relationship with par. Finally, it’s all about fun. The laughter on the green, the stories shared on the 19th hole, the camaraderie that builds over bogeys and birdies alike—it’s these light-hearted moments that turn a golf outing into a cherished memory. Join me as we explore how enjoyment, purpose, competitiveness, and pure fun blend together to answer the ultimate question: why do we play golf anyway? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins