EPISODE 69 Matt Branton Coaching Get Fitter, Faster & Stronger For Golf!

Matt Branton joins me on Chasing Pars for the second time, but this episode is a little different.

This time, I actually took on Matt’s coaching plan to see if I would notice a difference in my own golf and I’m happy to say I definitely have.

We dive into the fitness side of golf and how improving your mobility, strength, speed and overall movement can have a genuine impact on your game.

I’ll be honest… I was about as flexible as a slab of concrete

But after working on loosening up my joints, making a proper warmup part of my daily routine and generally improving my mobility, I’ve noticed a difference in my golf.

More importantly, I’ve gained distance, speed and I’m now playing pain free.

Matt also talks about what he offers as a coach, how he trains himself and how he approaches fitness specifically for golfers.

And of course, we couldn’t get through a golf chat without touching on the Good Good / Callaway advert

Plus plenty of general golf chat, coaching, fitness and everything in between.

If you’re someone looking to become fitter, faster or stronger, and want to understand how that could translate onto the golf course, this is definitely an episode for you.

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Episode 68 is here with Scott Clelland!

This week’s guest has had one of the most fascinating journeys we’ve had on the podcast.

Did he have chasing the dream of playing professional golf? No but he knew he wanted to work in golf to now working for one of the biggest brands in golf with Wilson, Scott has certainly found his calling.

A self confessed golf tech geek, Scott spends his time fitting golfers, travelling Europe, and working in and around tour trucks. If you love talking equipment, this one’s for you!

We get into:

Scott’s journey through golf and where it all began

The twists and turns that led him to his dream career

A little WITB chat

Club fitting and why it matters

What golf he plays now

The psychology of golf Scott asks some brilliant questions that really make you think about your own game

Twin boys, sibling rivalry… and just how competitive is too competitive?

And of course, we finish with a game of This or That

Oh… and somewhere along the way, Chasing Pars officially became the DODcast! You’ll need to listen to understand that one!

A huge thank you to Scott for giving up his time. If you’re looking for a Wilson fitting, coaching, or just have questions about equipment, he’s definitely the man to speak to.

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Episode 66 is here with Christian (@cee.golfs)

This week I’m joined by Christian for a late night golf chat, and what a great conversation it turned out to be.

We get into:

How his golf journey first began

His home course, Brancepeth Castle, and why it’s such a special place to play

His upcoming Creators Cup, where he’ll be hosting 40 golfers and content creators for what promises to be an incredible day. With some big names already confirmed, it’s shaping up to be a fantastic event!

A proper What’s In The Bag chat (you all know it’s my favourite part!)

YouTube golf, content creation, and where Christian wants to take his channel in the future.

And of course, we round things off with a game of This or That.

A brilliant guest and an even better bloke. Make sure you give Christian a follow and keep an eye on everything he’s got coming up.

I can’t wait to meet up with him in person soon!

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Episode 63 is here with Craig Jones from The Fore Cast Golf Podcast!

This week I’m joined by Craig for a brilliant chat covering everything from growing up with cricket and golf to becoming part of a golfing family where the game is truly a way of life.

While cricket had a good run, golf definitely won in the end

We get into:

How his golf journey started

Why golf has become a family affair, with his partner, son, brother and dad all involved in the game

How handicaps and tee boxes make golf one of the few sports where everyone can genuinely compete together

His home club and what it means to represent your club in team matches

Why team golf is so important and whether the PGA is missing a trick by not embracing more match play and team events

WITB, including a new driver that maybe doesn’t quite match the aesthetics

The majors, LIV Golf and the current state of professional golf

YouTube golf and the creators shaping the game today

And plenty more golf chat along the way, finishing with the usual laughs and debates you’d expect.

If you’re local to Craig, be sure to check out his home course slinford golf club, and make sure you give The Fore Cast Golf Podcast a listen too. I’ve now had Craig and Ross on the show… just Dave left to complete the set!

Less than TWO WEEKS until Ross and I take on The Big Golf Race challenge. The excitement (and nerves) are definitely building now.

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Episode 62 is here and what a brilliant conversation this was.

Joining me this week is PGA Professional Millie May Tiller, and let me tell you, Millie has the kind of personality that can brighten anyone’s day. Her energy is infectious, and I came away from this podcast in such a good mood.

Millie started golf at a very young age thanks to her parents, especially her mum, who played a huge role in introducing her to the game and supporting her journey.

We don’t go too deeply into it, but losing her mum has undoubtedly had a huge impact on Millie’s life. Despite that, she continues to make her mum proud through everything she achieves, both on and off the golf course, including raising money for charity in her honour.

While that experience affected her competitive side for a period, don’t let that fool you. Millie may be enjoying her golf more than ever, but she’ll still do everything she can to beat you on the course.

We chat about:

Competing from a young age

Turning professional at just 18

What’s in the bag

Her favourite golf courses she’s played — and yes, somehow she picked my home course in Scotland!

Her partner Jack, who is also a PGA Professional (loser does the dishes for a week after their matches)

Starting her own business and taking a gamble on herself

Our shared love of JCB and how Kate, Millie and myself are apparently buying a tractor just to get an invite

All this and plenty more.

Make sure you give Millie and her partner Jack a follow if you're looking for lessons.

For business enquiries, Millie’s email is below, and you’ll also find details of the golf course she’s affiliated with. Go and give them a follow, like and share and let them know I sent you.

https://www.instagram.com/milliemaytillyer

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milliemay.media@gmail.com

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NEEDS FILLING

Episode 60 is here and this is a really important one.

Joined by Barry Waearing (fndgolfer), current Scottish Open champion for golfers with disabilities, we dive into a conversation that goes far beyond golf.

Barry lives with FND often described as “the most common uncommon condition” and while he does incredible work raising awareness everywhere he goes, this episode also reminds you that he is far more than his condition. He’s a brilliant golfer, a genuine competitor, and an even better person.

We start with his incredible Scottish Open victory before getting into some deeper conversations around FND. Barry was incredibly open and honest answering questions, helping normalise discussions around conditions people may not fully understand.

We talk about:

His golf journey and Scottish Open win

The daily physical and mental struggles of living with FND

What golf can do for mental health and routine

What needs to change in golf to create more competitive opportunities for disabled golfers

WITB and golf ball chat

The most important thing golfers should practice

The future of golf simulators

And of course, a round of This or That

Honestly, this was one of the most eye-opening and enjoyable conversations I’ve had on the podcast.

Chasing Pars – With Golf with Kate

This week I’m joined by what might genuinely be the busiest woman in golf founder of the Secret Society, organiser extraordinaire, and someone with more holes-in-one than me… it’s the wonderful Kate Steele

Massive thanks to Kate for finding time in her schedule to jump on for a chat.

We get into:

How she first got into golf and the journey she’s been on

Her home club at Garon Park Golf Complex

Events she’s taken part in and some brilliant stories from past pro-ams

How the Secret Society first started and how much it’s grown since

Why the Secret Santa event has become such a huge success within the golf community

What clubs she’s gaming

Her favourite courses she’s played

Who would make her dream 4-ball and where they’d tee it up

Her upcoming trip to Scotland

All this and loads more in another brilliant golf chat.

Make sure you give Kate a follow and check out everything she’s doing for the golf community especially the incredible work around the Secret Society

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