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If you are a female golfer, you have landed in the right place. Join Tori and her weekly guests as they chat about all things women’s golf. Host Tori Totlis will bring you everything you need to grow your golf game with tips, strategy, mindset shifts, a place to vent, inspiration and motivation. Along with sharing her own golf experience, we have amazing weekly guests & cohosts that will share their wins, loses, challenges, top tips, and real stories from the golf course. Let’s come together ...
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If you are a female golfer that has the golf bug and loves to chat about the Real Housewives, you are in the right place! Join us, your golfer pals, Tori Totlis and Sarah Held as we give you an all-access pass to the behind the scenes of women’s golf. Whether you’re a beginner shooting double or triple bogeys and want to up your game or a seasoned badass golfer - this podcast is for you. Let’s get together every week and build a stronger community for female golfers. Our mission is to get mo ...
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To join our free Off-Season Bootcamp, head over to OffSeasonBootcamp.com. Justin Klemballa and I discuss what you need to know about playing golf during the off-season so that you can get ahead of the competition come summertime! Listen in as we break down the five things you can do when outdoor practice isn't an option. One of the skills you’ll wa…
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Michael Leonard from the Wicked Smart Podcast joins me once again to explain what he didn’t do to become a scratch golfer. Referring to going scratch as “the six-pack of golf”, Michael says that there’s no faking the journey to hitting that magical zero handicap. It’s a rewarding place to be, and anyone who wants to get into the top 5% of players n…
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I’m sitting down with Will Armijo, an entrepreneur, speaker, and influencer in the health and wellness industry. Listen as we explore the role of nutrition in golf performance and the importance of proper eating and drinking habits on and off the course. We dive into the science behind glycogen activation in muscles, why he advises against eating t…
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Ever experienced a slump in your athletic performance that just happens to align with your menstrual cycle? Or maybe you've noticed a dip in your energy levels and productivity that seems to coincide with the onset of menopause? Today, I’m navigating this all-important topic with Dr. Erin Ellis, a naturopathic doctor with a wealth of knowledge abou…
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We're thrilled to announce that registration has opened for the Whistling Straits Retreat and the Women's Partner Tournament in Napa. Experience five-star luxury at the Whistling Straits Retreat, an all-inclusive getaway in Kohler, Wisconsin, from June 28th to July 1st. Every detail is taken care of, so you can fully immerse yourself in the sport a…
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To get a special discount on the Stack System, click HERE and use discount code, TTGOLF at checkout. Today I’m speaking with Dr. Sasho MacKenzie, co-founder of The Stack System, an innovative training tool that applies principles from the world of track and field to improve your clubhead speed in an efficient and measurable way. “I like to use the …
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We’re opening up registration for our last two golf events of 2024 on Monday, November 20th! At the Creek Cup running from June 28 to July 1st, we’ll be playing on the picturesque Whistling Straits & Blackwolf Run in Kohler, Wisconsin. As a retreat-style experience, we’re putting together two teams with ten players each. We’ll be staying at the 5-S…
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I sit down with Grace McGovern, Arizona's top female junior golfer, along with Adam and Grace’s father Sean. With a recent victory at the USGA Four Ball Qualifier under her belt, Gracie takes us through her golfing journey, from her first forays on the course at only four years old and early breakthrough performances, to her first major qualificati…
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Kim Eaton has 35 USGA championships under her belt, and counting! Listen in as we reflect on my recent conversation with Erin Groeneveld, the USGA’s Director of Regional Affairs for the Northeast Sector, and discuss what makes these tournaments so special in the world of golf. We discuss… What makes USGA tournaments so special Financial and time co…
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It’s about that time of year where I start to get messages like… “I’m coming to Phoenix/Scottsdale, where would you recommend I golf?” The first 12 minutes of this episode is exactly what I would say to you. If you are planning a trip to AZ, this show’s intro is for you! Adam and I are sitting down with Erin Groeneveld, the USGA’s Director of Regio…
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You know what’s harder to find than a good pair of golf pants… a good pair of WHITE golf pants. We are getting into it on the next Golf Closet Episode – Pants We Love, Part 2. Here is a preview to the episode while the full show is on our YouTube Channel. You can check out the full series on my YouTube channel. For more information on our 2024 retr…
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Ashley is back on the aftershow to discuss what ideas from episode 82 that we were curious about and might possibly adopt in future events. Connect with the Guest: Ashley Ibanez: Instagram To sign up for our free competition training online mini-course – One Week Out, please visit: OneWeekOutChallenge.com **GIVEAWAY ALERT** Click HERE to enter your…
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Shannon Mercer and I sit down with Sean Ferris, Tournament Director at Desert Mountain Golf Club in Scottsdale. Listen in as he gives us an insider’s perspective on the logistics of running a club with seven golf courses, from scheduling challenging tee times to ensuring members get to experience each unique course. An experienced golfer himself, S…
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I think we can all collectively agree that finding a pair of pants that you love to wear on the golf course is not an easy task. Alix has been on the hunt for some new golf pant options for us to try out and we wanted to share the finds with you! This is a preview to our newest Golf Closet episode which is a YouTube series that we started last May.…
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Adam Walicki and I reflect on Sue Wooster’s journey to becoming the number one female senior golfer over 60 in the world, as well as her recent experience at the USGA Senior Women’s Amateur. We discuss… ● How WAGR® points work and how to acquire them. ● Why Adam disagrees with Sue’s advice on making short putts five feet and under. ● The endurance …
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I sit down with Sue Wooster, the number one female senior golfer over 60 in the world. Listen in as we discuss her winning mindset and approach to the game! Fresh from the Senior Women’s Amateur at Scottsdale, Sue talks about how she prepared for the championship a year in advance. She gives her insights into the importance of short game and succes…
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We start off the episode with Ashley and Carrie with a behind the scenes look at what’s going on at the Dallas Shootout! I sit down with Justin Klemballa to discuss how we can elevate our current golf game without switching up the foundation we’ve honed over time. Listen in as we explain why: ● Getting the ball in play on a tee shot is crucial, eve…
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We are back! And I’m spilling all the “T” on where the 2024 Creek Cup is and where our 2024 October Tournament will be hosted!! I sit down with Kathy Hart Wood, a New Jersey-based golf instructor and confidence coach who helps players overcome the mental obstacles that interfere with performance. We get into how our brains can be either our biggest…
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New episodes will be back Monday, October 16th which will include the announcement of the remaining 2 events for 2024 - the Creek Cup and the October 2024 tournament which will both be at BRAND NEW locations! It is taking all the willpower I have not to announce them sooner... I am so excited to share... stay tuned! Subscribe to our FREE Female Gol…
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Join Ashley and I as we share all the stories from our Ireland retreat! From losing my golf clubs, to closing down the pubs, to all the caddies banter, world-class resorts and last but not least... the golf courses. Subscribe to our FREE Female Golfer Facebook Group: First T Crew [Behind the Scenes of Women’s Golf] Get in touch!Instagram: @tori_tot…
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Ever found yourself frozen over the golf ball, your mind buzzing with so many thoughts that your swing becomes stiff and your shot goes wayward? That’s what Jim McLean calls a “death move”, and there are 21 of these moves that can completely wreck your game if you don’t pay attention! In the third of this 3-part series, Justin Klemballa, who was me…
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Ever found yourself frozen over the golf ball, your mind buzzing with so many thoughts that your swing becomes stiff and your shot goes wayward? That’s what Jim McLean calls a “death move”, and there are 21 of these moves that can completely wreck your game if you don’t pay attention! In the second of this 3-part series, Justin Klemballa, who was m…
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Ever found yourself frozen over the golf ball, your mind buzzing with so many thoughts that your swing becomes stiff, and your shot goes wayward? That’s what Jim McLean calls a “Death Move”, and there are 21 of these moves that can completely wreck your golf swing! Jim writes about all 21 Death Moves in his book, "The 8-Step Swing". In the first of…
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We’re joined by returning guest Donna Taylor, a veteran of the golf world and a yoga instructor who specializes in helping women enhance their skills on the golf course. With her unique approach, Donna has managed to make golf lessons accessible and fun. She shares how her dad, a pioneer in the sport, inspired her and her childhood friend Julianne—…
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I sat down with Sam Engel, one of the best golfers in Arizona. Listen in as Sam unpacks the five factors that have revolutionized his golf game over the past year. Key Highlights: ● Sam shares his post-tournament takeaways from both the recent Phoenix City and Arizona Mid-Am. ● We discuss how best to read the green and communicate with your caddy. …
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Shannon Mercer is back! Listen in as we chat about everything from attire to travel to leveling up our game. Key Highlights: ● I discuss how I’m working with a coach to instill new swing thoughts and drills to hopefully improve my performance over the next few weeks. ● We talk about the challenges of shedding ingrained habits in our swing and overa…
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Earlier this summer I did an interview with Michael Bernoff, host of the Average Sucks podcast. We went into depth on how and why this business was started and what our goals are for the future. If you ever wondered what we are up to at Compete Confidence Golf and how this all started… this is the episode that answers all the questions! Connect wit…
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Andrew Hannon and I sit down with Neal Valera, a San Jose-based health, strength, and mobility coach and the Co-Founder of Stick Mobility. Neal shares how their training sticks serve as a unique tool for athletes of all stripes to improve range of motion, muscle activation, coordination, and body awareness to build a strong foundation for better mo…
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Justin Klemballa and I sit down with 8-time Canadian long drive champion Lisa Longball. Together, we unpack the three primary mistakes stopping women from gaining more distance in their golf swing and how to fix them! We also discuss Lisa's personal training schedule, why muscle memory is way more important than muscular strength, and the vital rol…
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We are continuing our distance series with the Andrew Hannon, THE Golf Fitness Professional as he gives us an inside look as to what gaining distance and speed really looks like at a fitness level. Listen in as he goes through his 8 steps to gaining distance and explains exactly what it takes to do so! Connect with Andrew: Instagram For more inform…
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One of the fundamental principles to leveling up your golf game is to improve your distance. Regardless of skill level, body type, or gender, lower-handicap golfers tend to be longer golfers, while higher-handicap golfers tend to be shorter golfers. Listen in as Lou Stagner, Arccos Golf Data Insights Lead, breaks down distance as a skill that any g…
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For more information on the SECOND 2024 Desert Classic, please visit: DesertClassicTournament.com. To grab a copy of the Short Game 100 program, please visit: ShortGame100.com. Key Takeaways ● (19:00) It’s all about the short game. It’s true: Nobody started playing golf because they like to putt and chip. But working on your short game builds a str…
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Kim Eaton and I sit down with Michael Leonard, host of the Wicked Smart Golf Podcast, to get his take on tournament prep best practices. Kim kicks off the conversation filling us in on her own recent tournament experiences, including her win at the Colorado Senior Women’s Match Play Championship. Asked how they prioritize their tournament schedule,…
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For more information on the 2024 Desert Classic, please visit: DesertClassicTournament.com. Adam is back and we give the lowdown on what to expect at the 2024 Desert Classic, followed by a reflection of the tough lessons learned at the 2023 Arizona Four-Ball, Arizona Mid-AM, and Arizona Women’s AM. Key Highlights Progress isn’t linear. Especially i…
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Listen in as Justin Klemballa and I discuss tendencies golfers fall into when they get nervous, and strategies for nipping those tendencies in the bud! Key Highlights · Tendency #1: Tension. When adrenaline is pumping through your veins out on the course, you tend to grip your club a little too tightly. To counter tension, apply the “so theory”: Em…
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I’m sitting down with Mike Booker, author of The Tournament Golfer’s Playbook, to discuss the differences between the “golfer-who-plays-tournaments” and the “tournament golfer”. Compared to recreational rounds, tournaments can get lonely, not to mention become a pressure cooker of expectations for the tournament player. However, Mike says that play…
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I’m sitting down with superstar golf instructor, Trillium Rose, to discuss the evolution of women's golf, how to get better faster AND how to overcome a plateau in your golf game! When I asked Trillium how to overcome a plateau, she recommended keeping stats by paying attention to patterns in your golf game. Can’t hit your 3-wood correctly? Blading…
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I’m sitting down with Christine Fraser, an Ontario-based golf course architect, to discuss the world of golf course design from the perspective of one of the very few women in the industry. We kick things off by discussing trends in golf course architecture over the decades, as well as what goes into “strategic design”, including fairway length, bu…
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Tori and Kim sit down with Shelly Haywood, who discusses how she has been able to successfully balance business ownership with high level amateur golf and became one of the most elite amateur players in the country. Shelly discusses the highest highs in her storied career, which include winning two national titles, as well as her biggest loss in th…
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The Babes Golf crew and I sit down with Justin Klemballa, who breaks down the 14 most common misconceptions about the golf swing. “You need to keep your left arm straight on the backswing.” “Always keep your head down after impact.” “The club face should point at the target and swing across your body.” “You have to improve your technique to improve…
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I sit down with Kim Eaton and our special guest Sue O'Connor, a master club fitter from Cool Clubs. We kick off discussing Sue's accidental journey into club fitting, and Kimberly's anticipation for the LNGA Senior Championship and the Dallas Shootout. From there we get into the meat of today’s conversation: the world of club fitting. Sue walks us …
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Being a part of the right club is about more than just the game, it's about community, convenience, and cost too. As someone who's been a member of three country clubs in the past, I walk you through the seven key factors to consider such as the club's location, initial fees, monthly costs, and those sneaky food and beverage minimums. I explain how…
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I sit down with Raymond Prior, author of "Golf Beneath the Surface: The New Science of Golf Psychology", with the aim of understanding the mechanics of our mind and how emotions can transform our approach to the game and our performance on the course. Through the breakdown of six myths around performance on the golf course, we deconstruct the commo…
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I sit down with Joanne Cloak, CEO and founder of the golfwear brand JoFit. With her unique perspective as a former model, phys ed teacher, and lifelong athlete, Joanne takes us through her journey from grappling with ill-fitting clothes to starting her own brand that champions comfort, fit, and style. Joanne unveils the backstory of JoFit, recounti…
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I sit down with VISION54 co-founders Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson. They are internationally recognized and are the two highest ranked female instructors in America. The pair co-authored four bestselling books, including Every Shot Must Have a Purpose, which we dive into today. Listen in as Lynn and Marriott discuss the philosophy behind VISION54 b…
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To celebrate our first 50 episodes, we will be taking a look back at some of our most-listened to episodes but condensing them into a “Quick-9” series. So even if you have listened to these episodes in the past, this will be a great way to revisit some of our favorite content from field experts and fellow players. In today’s episode, we revisit epi…
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Happy 50th T-Time episode!! To celebrate our first 50 episodes, we will be taking a look back at some of our most-listened to episodes but condensing them into a “Quick-9” series. So even if you have listened to these episodes in the past, this will be a great way to revisit some of our favorite content from field experts and fellow players. In tod…
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Tara and I sit down with Michael Leonard, host of the Wicked Smart Golf Podcast, to discuss his journey from novice golfer to competitor in US Open qualifiers and how he rekindled his love for the sport. Michael's enthusiasm is infectious, and it was a joy to reminisce about our own experiences playing college golf and how it shaped us both on and …
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Today, I’m sitting down with Dr. Audra Lance, a leading sports and non-surgical injury specialist, who gives her best strategies on reducing the risk of injury or recovering from one. Listen in as Dr. Audra shares her valuable insights into understanding the root cause of common sports injuries such as tennis elbow, rather than simply stifling the …
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If you are considering a trip to Pebble Beach – this is the episode for you! Alix, Ashley and Everardo join me for this episode as we share our best insights on Pebble Beach while we reminisce about our recent retreat at Pebble Beach for the 2023 Creek Cup. Connect with our Guests: Alix Chesno: @achesno Ashley Ibanez: @ashleyf_ibanez Everardo Keeme…
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