About this episode
Join Smylie Kaufman as he gets a masterclass in short game technique from renowned coach and friend of the show James Sieckmann at Shadow Ridge Country Club in Omaha, Nebraska - and watch the full tutorial on our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesmylieshow Learn how to practice your short game the right way with this comprehensive lesson covering putting, chipping, bunker shots, and wedges. Watch as Smylie and James show you effective practice methods and thought processes to help you shave strokes around the green! Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just starting out, this video is packed with valuable tips and drills. From the basics of setup to advanced shot-making techniques, James Sieckmann breaks down the essentials of a solid short game, and how to unleash your inner competitor on the course. CHAPTERS: 0:02:09 - Intro 0:04:09 - Putting Warmup and Analysis 0:06:18 - String Drill 0:10:16 - Star Drill 0:18:47 - Short, Medium, Long Game 0:22:08 - Gate Game 0:28:59 - Chipping Analysis in James' Academy 0:33:35 - Chips to Open Space 0:37:54 - 1-2-3 Trajectory Drill 0:42:07 - Picking a Target 0:47:30 - Proximity Game 0:55:10 - Bunker Shots 0:58:39 - Check Your Splash Mark 0:59:09 - "Slap the Line" 1:03:19 - Bunker Proximity Game 1:07:09 - Plugged Bunker Lies 1:10:39 - Wedges / Pitching 1:14:39 - Yardage Matrix 1:17:09 - Using the Ground / Force Pedal Drill 1:18:39 - Staying Connected 1:20:24 - Practicing Random Yardages 1:23:59 - Practicing Situational Shots 1:29:39 - Where to Find More From James Sieckmann 1:31:12 - Outro