Kelvin Kelley Golf Podcast

Episode 42: Greg Chalmers

Former PGA Tour player and current Champions Tour player Greg Chalmers. We chat about his successful journey in developing clubhead speed and the program he used. We also chat all things putting. I am always curious what world-class putters feel and work on in their own putting stroke. There is a lot to gain in this conversation! More info on Greg’s program in the link below. I will also have a video on putting tempo coming in the Patreon.
https://www.trainpmt.com/greg/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafhRVNX4tJJ8dOhWxUTMQOAdkRQWHLUmF7MsM67QKyXPCRk1isXcJsPuNr52Q_aem_QYLl-ZybergihNV_xVEbcA
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Episode 41: Mike Carroll

Back again with Mike Carroll, creator of the “Fit For Golf” app. I was excited to chat with him about the benefits of using the app to get stronger in the gym and develop more clubhead speed. We chat about the best ways to get stronger and what you can do in your swing to get longer off the tee. More on Mike and the app can be found in the link below.
https://fitforgolf.blog
https://www.patreon.com/kelvinkelley
 
 

Episode 40: Gavin Coles

Back again with former PGA Tour player Gavin Coles. If you missed his first episode it was episode 24. This time around we chat about his process of making swing changes, the work ethic required to be great and coaching his junior players in Florida. More information on Gavin and his coaching can be found in the link below.
 
gavincoles.com
 
 
 

Episode 39: Adam Young

Adam Young is the author of “The Practice Manual” and creator of the Divot Board training aid. We chatted about how to best use a simulator for practice and to train your skill.
Adam currently teaches golfers the importance of developing skill as well as technique, and builds their game as a whole – including strategic and psychological strength. Adam’s theories are cutting edge, utilizing much of the newest research in the field of learning. He presents them in an easy to understand way that will make you revolutionize how you learn the game.He has worked at some of the top facilities in the world, including the Leadbetter Academies and the World famous Turnberry Resort. He currently teaches in Las Vegas, Nevada. His programs can be found in the link below.
https://www.adamyounggolf.com
If you enjoy the podcast and would like to contribute I started a Patreon page with some instruction vids where proceeds go to the San Francisco Humane Society SF SPCA.
https://www.patreon.com/c/kelvinkelley
 
 

Episode 38: Kathy Hart Wood

Kathy Hart is a Mind Coach for golfers and host of the popular podcast “Think Above Par”. She is also the author of the book “Mastering Your Golf Brain: A Guide To Self Coaching”. She offers one on one consultations with golfers for better performance on the golf course and to develop a better relationship with the game. Kathy and I chat about how golf is a reflection of life and how to manage your emotions on the course. Kathy is a must follow on social media and offers a program through her website. https://kathyhartwood.com    
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Episode 37: Oscar Trimboli

Oscar Trimboli is the author of best selling book “How To Listen: Discover the hidden key to better communication”. Oscar is also host of the Apple award-winning podcast Deep Listening, and a sought-after keynote speaker. He is passionate about using the gift of listening to bring positive change in homes, workplaces, and cultures around the world. Through his work with chairs, boards of directors, and executive teams in local, regional, and global organizations, Oscar has experienced firsthand the transformational impact leaders and organizations can have when they listen beyond the words.
We had a great conversation discussing how both a golf coach and student can listen better in a golf lesson to retain more knowledge. This conversation was not only useful for the lesson tee but in everyday life. More information on Oscar in the link below.
https://www.oscartrimboli.com

Episode 36: Howard Glassman

Had a very meaningful conversation with Howard Glassman. Howard, commonly known as “Humble Howard”,  is a national radio host, a veteran stand-up comic and host of the golf podcast “Swing Thoughts”.
Being an avid listener to the Swing Thought podcast, I was excited to chat with Howard. We talk about life and golf after alcohol, the challenges of being sober and how golf can be a reflection of life. Make sure to check out the “Swing Thoughts” podcast. 

Episode 35: Preston Combs

Had a cool conversation with putting specialist Preston Combs. Preston works with several players from the PGA, LIV and LPGA tour. We chat about what is the best type of putting stroke to learn, how to best practice putting and a common training being used. 
Preston was selected for the 2024 Golf Digest Best in State list, a recognition he has received since 2018. He has also been selected for the 2023 Golf Digest Young Best Teachers award since 2019 and been nominated for the Golf Digest Top 50 Teachers award. He has worked with winners on the PGA Tour, LIV Tour, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour, and numerous top collegiate players throughout his career. More on Preston can be found in the link below.
https://www.prestonsputting.com
 
 

Episode 34: Michael Hebron

Decades ago Michael Hebron played a key role in orchestrating the first PGA of America Teaching and Coaching Summit, bringing together over 700 instructors from 14 countries to share ideas on teaching methods. Following that event, Michael gained the nickname of "the teacher's teacher". 
Highly respected throughout the international golf community, Michael consults on golf instruction to PGA America, Switzerland, Italy, France, Finland, Canada, Japan, Sweden, India, Australia, Chile, Costa Rica, England, Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Czech Republic, Spain, and Denmark. He has given instruction clinics at 30 PGA of America sections.  Through his dedication Michael earned the honored status of becoming the 23rd PGA of America Master Professional.
His book, See and Feel the Inside Move the Outside, was the first golf instruction book accepted as a PGA Master’s thesis.  Since then, he has written hundreds of articles for leading golf magazines and authored 4 other books and 3 DVDs.

Episode 33: Karl Morris

Had Karl Morris back on to discuss key concepts used in his coaching for better performance on the golf course. We chat about the “Performance Triangle”, the art of acceptance on the golf course and the importance of daily gratitude. More information on Karl, the Mind Factor Course and the Mind Caddie app can be found in the links below. 
https://themindfactor.net
 
https://www.mindcaddie.golf