About 25 years ago, I played a round with a guy who carried a 5-iron, a sand wedge, & a putter. We walked 18 in the heat of a late-July afternoon in SC. He shot 74 😮…and he was 68 years old!!
Hey, I'm 65 (but def not a low handicap). Anyway I went crazy the other day, playing a very difficult 60 yard pitch with the 7-iron. Bunted it up there to like 5 feet and made the putt. Crazy game. Going to try the one club thing this season.
This is how i learned in highschool, Coach would only allow us an iron and putter. My senior year i only carried a; 5w, 5i, 7i, PW, and putter. I had a handicap of two. Life is easy when you limit your choices.
Big Dawg Matt. Thank you for the knowledge. I have been watching your videos since this past weekend. My goal is to break 110 this weekend and get close to 100 before the season ends. Your videos are appreciated!
My favorite round last year was a 1 club challenge I played with my friends the day after thanksgiving. Used a 4 hybrid the whole round and learned a ton but also played way better then I expected. Love this video!
I had commented on your other video about my iron only round and at 2:15 you describe how it was for me. There was NO way I was getting close to green in 2 with my irons so I just looked for better landing positions and pretty much just thought "ehhh go that way-ish' and swung with the easy and fluidity that I have in all my practice swings...it was a blast!
Matt… TY for the vids. My game at 58yrs old has improved to a point where I was able to shoot low 90’s with ZERO knowledge of course management. I now have shot in the high 70’s by just playing hole back. You are the MAN bro!!!! My game just keeps getting better.
Long time lurker, first time commenter. I did this today. 9 holes with just my 7 and a putter. Not only fun but I learned a lot. I shot 4 more than my best score on this course. Not sure what that says, but it was super stress-free.
A lot of people don't know what goes on with irons with a 3/4 swing, 1/2, and 1/4 swing. It frees you up to have 3 times the number of clubs essentially. Also, dispersion goes down with the shorter swings. I'm not a long hitter but getting on greens is pretty guaranteed. My high school coach had us play rounds with 5i on down. This is when I learned to work out all of these shots. Some guys had some outstanding rounds doing this.
I'm up for the Bazzuza challenge and taking the playa plan to the local 72 par grass patch mens slope/ rating 120/67.9. white box 5807yds divide by my reloable 175yd 5i = 33.2 shots + optimistic 2.5 putts , = 78.2 shot round. 26.7 shots below my usual slaughter house day. I'll ignore the golf bud hackling , and post my results later
My son and I try to play at least one 18 hole round each year with only a 7 iron. And that includes putting. We call it a "Tin Cup" round for obvious reasons and we have a trophy that we pass back and forth as necessary. He's the current holder. He has an advantage of length on me with a 7 iron. 170 or so to 120 or so. But we keep it close and have a lot of fun with it.
99 yards and a pitch ain’t one. Golden. Also going to commit going forward to only using a seven iron for flop shots when short sided. It just feels right.
i just found your channel. i live in Thailand. I am a starting off golfer. I really liike you approach: very relaxed and not a lot of mumbo-jumbo talk. It's very straight forward and nonchalant. Love it. Do you give lessons?! I am in TH
Please do a whole-round video again like you used to. With the graphics on screen for hole/score/ etc. I know it's probably a bunch of work but those are awesome to watch too.
One day The 18 hole course vlog is pretty dead though since the influx of the agency-run american channels geared toward personality of the trust fund kids Lots and lots of work for little return in form of views so there will be fewer
You're not a high handicap whisperer, Matt, you're THE high handicap whisperer! You're a new man after visiting the home of golf & are sharing your epiphany with us. :)
When I was a junior golfer the head pro would have us go play with just a driver a 7 iron and a putter. It really forces you to learn to play golf not just to hit the ball.
The playa…shot a 92 today after a front 9 of 49…thanks to the man himself probably should’ve listened to him on the front 9 and shot something in the 80s
I love dropping random Gold Sidekick knowledge on the course and getting the "wtf" feedback, but then have to listen about how they are still trying to break 90 after 8 years of golf.
I drive my dad and brother nuts with it man. They’re salty because I haven’t pulled a driver out in weeks. But they don’t understand that hybrid+hybrid+wedge onto the green is just as good as their driver+3W+chip onto the green lol
Everyone should play a round with a half-set. It takes so much guessing out of club selection and forces you to make the most of the clubs in your bag.
Ah, that's funny. I did exactly this with 7 Iron on my régular compact 9 hole score my average level. Hopefully was à windy Day so it might have actually helped!
What could be really entertaining, is joining like a semi serious tournament (mid-low hcp) with just two clubs, and finishing even 😂. I swear I'll buy me a LGBM polo if that happens.
@@bluejay1121 just generally keeping them in line, making sure we make some birdies so they can eat for the day and share some food with their families
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About 25 years ago, I played a round with a guy who carried a 5-iron, a sand wedge, & a putter. We walked 18 in the heat of a late-July afternoon in SC. He shot 74 😮…and he was 68 years old!!
So what you're telling me is that Golf Sidekick is a time traveler?
Best place to learn golf is from a single figure 65+ year old
Hey, I'm 65 (but def not a low handicap). Anyway I went crazy the other day, playing a very difficult 60 yard pitch with the 7-iron. Bunted it up there to like 5 feet and made the putt. Crazy game. Going to try the one club thing this season.
His 5 iron was his confident club.
That flopper Matty was outstanding
This is how i learned in highschool, Coach would only allow us an iron and putter. My senior year i only carried a; 5w, 5i, 7i, PW, and putter. I had a handicap of two. Life is easy when you limit your choices.
I wish I would have learned that way.
"every word i utter is a profound secret"! You`re the best - made my day!
Big Dawg Matt. Thank you for the knowledge. I have been watching your videos since this past weekend. My goal is to break 110 this weekend and get close to 100 before the season ends. Your videos are appreciated!
Watch breaking 100, 3 times In A week, than rinse repeat breaking 90 video's.. They are a couple of years old..
My favorite round last year was a 1 club challenge I played with my friends the day after thanksgiving. Used a 4 hybrid the whole round and learned a ton but also played way better then I expected. Love this video!
A friend of mine's older brother, 3w, 9i and putter. Same deal old guy playing scratch golf.
I had commented on your other video about my iron only round and at 2:15 you describe how it was for me. There was NO way I was getting close to green in 2 with my irons so I just looked for better landing positions and pretty much just thought "ehhh go that way-ish' and swung with the easy and fluidity that I have in all my practice swings...it was a blast!
Few will understand this level of freedom
Talking about Seve Ballesteros and showing José Maria Olazábal... 🤣 Although great flop shot with a 7iron. 👍 Excellent video, as usual. 😎
Matt… TY for the vids. My game at 58yrs old has improved to a point where I was able to shoot low 90’s with ZERO knowledge of course management. I now have shot in the high 70’s by just playing hole back. You are the MAN bro!!!! My game just keeps getting better.
I wanna see a match play between Golf Sidekick and the DOD King
Long time lurker, first time commenter. I did this today. 9 holes with just my 7 and a putter. Not only fun but I learned a lot. I shot 4 more than my best score on this course. Not sure what that says, but it was super stress-free.
Boom. Add a fairway Wood and 50° wedge
Maybe you’ll never go back to 14 clubs!!
A lot of people don't know what goes on with irons with a 3/4 swing, 1/2, and 1/4 swing. It frees you up to have 3 times the number of clubs essentially. Also, dispersion goes down with the shorter swings. I'm not a long hitter but getting on greens is pretty guaranteed. My high school coach had us play rounds with 5i on down. This is when I learned to work out all of these shots. Some guys had some outstanding rounds doing this.
I'm up for the Bazzuza challenge and taking the playa plan to the local 72 par grass patch mens slope/ rating 120/67.9. white box 5807yds divide by my reloable 175yd 5i = 33.2 shots + optimistic 2.5 putts , = 78.2 shot round. 26.7 shots below my usual slaughter house day. I'll ignore the golf bud hackling , and post my results later
#1 Golfer on RUclips. Quest for the open series please
The Playa-in-chief paying not-so-subtle homage to golfing great Roy McAvoy.
Not to be confused with strokes saved enjoyer Rory McAvoy
Have you ever parred the back 9 with just a 7 iron? It’s never occurred to me to try Roy- Tin Cup. Great movie
My son and I try to play at least one 18 hole round each year with only a 7 iron. And that includes putting. We call it a "Tin Cup" round for obvious reasons and we have a trophy that we pass back and forth as necessary. He's the current holder. He has an advantage of length on me with a 7 iron. 170 or so to 120 or so. But we keep it close and have a lot of fun with it.
I have seen Tin Cup over 300 times - without doubt my favorite documentary
@@GolfSidekick The game to win his car back at the club using a bat, a shovel and a rake is just epic.
Hit ‘em straight
Baus mode engaged ! Love the videos and love the commentary and advice.
99 yards and a pitch ain’t one. Golden. Also going to commit going forward to only using a seven iron for flop shots when short sided. It just feels right.
Going out with two clubs and a putter tomorrow. I feel inspired :)
i just found your channel. i live in Thailand. I am a starting off golfer. I really liike you approach: very relaxed and not a lot of mumbo-jumbo talk. It's very straight forward and nonchalant. Love it. Do you give lessons?! I am in TH
I am happy being here with you Baus....
Hey Matt, I've started working back from the pin and have had great results. Playing Sun City next week, so lets see!!
Absolutely love your stuff man. Thanks for the continued output of videos!
Please do a whole-round video again like you used to. With the graphics on screen for hole/score/ etc.
I know it's probably a bunch of work but those are awesome to watch too.
One day
The 18 hole course vlog is pretty dead though since the influx of the agency-run american channels geared toward personality of the trust fund kids
Lots and lots of work for little return in form of views so there will be fewer
That’s disappointing to hear, things change I guess but I will be re-watching the old stuff. Chiang Mai to BKK road trip was solid gold playa.
@@GolfSidekickfair enough.
I LOBE you no matter what you publish anyway
You crack me up! Following your tips definitely helps too.
How many clubs do you need to shoot single digit handicap?
5 wood
6 iron
9 iron
SW
putter
5 clubs
Love the flop shot with the 7!
Ive got Takomo 101t's and love them. How you like yours?
“Stevie ballesterose” 😅😅 and a Photo of olazabal 😅😅😅 love it
I passed the PGA’s PAT 20 years ago on a dare with a 6 iron and a putter and shot 3 under for 36 holes
Bro what in the flop shot flip schitz! That was some primo stuff.
You're not a high handicap whisperer, Matt, you're THE high handicap whisperer!
You're a new man after visiting the home of golf & are sharing your epiphany with us.
:)
That lump buzzkit quote really confirms Matty is a juggalo like us, waddaplaya.
Amazing how gently his hand cut through the air but with such force to turn over the leaf at 10:35 !
Finangle? Fashion, Golf, and verbal anarchist. You gotta love 'em.
Did you ever consider chocking down on the 7 iron for less distance?
Stevie ballesteros with a pic of Olazabal. Youre the best 😂😂😂
The manski is so chill
As spaniard i'm big fan of STEVIE ballesteros,always a good troll,love it!
I played a round with 5 clubs a few weeks ago and shot right on my average (18 hcp).
Thanks. I like this experiment. I will try it.
This guy would be a killer Bond villain.
Stevie Ballesteros the legend 😂
And picture of Olazabal!! 😂😂
matty...need you to get a collab with the Good Good guys. man that would be a wonderful video.
When I was a junior golfer the head pro would have us go play with just a driver a 7 iron and a putter. It really forces you to learn to play golf not just to hit the ball.
The playa…shot a 92 today after a front 9 of 49…thanks to the man himself probably should’ve listened to him on the front 9 and shot something in the 80s
The Golf Whisperer 👍👍👍
2nd hole,7 iron flop shot😮 🤯 baus!
My favourite club is also my 175 year old club. That’s the club I’m the most confidential with
I love dropping random Gold Sidekick knowledge on the course and getting the "wtf" feedback, but then have to listen about how they are still trying to break 90 after 8 years of golf.
I drive my dad and brother nuts with it man. They’re salty because I haven’t pulled a driver out in weeks. But they don’t understand that hybrid+hybrid+wedge onto the green is just as good as their driver+3W+chip onto the green lol
The man is a magician with a golf club in his hand.
I would love to try this but concerned about holding up pace of play because I will be taking more shots down the fairway. How do I avoid that?
Play quicker
confidentiality !!!
The wife is putting in the AF66 order soon (father's day gift). Can't wait!
Ahh Lithuanias best golfer
Already a Legend and then out comes the Limp Bizkit.
#chillthefreakout
Water temp?
Everyone should play a round with a half-set. It takes so much guessing out of club selection and forces you to make the most of the clubs in your bag.
Caddy just came along for the walk
Nicely done
The modern Bob Ross of golf 🙏
Ah, that's funny. I did exactly this with 7 Iron on my régular compact 9 hole score my average level. Hopefully was à windy Day so it might have actually helped!
If I am not mistaken your picture of "Stevie Ballesteros" is actually one of Jose-Maria Olazabal !! 😅
I don’t think so but I’ll check the archives
@@GolfSidekick😂
Oozing confidentiality like a baus playa
I Beat 80 for the first time! Matt when you come by Joburg be sure to hit me up so I can repay you😂😂
How about a Waddaplaya golf wear giveaway? Would love to win a shirt!
What could be really entertaining, is joining like a semi serious tournament (mid-low hcp) with just two clubs, and finishing even 😂. I swear I'll buy me a LGBM polo if that happens.
“I got 99 problems but a Pitch ain’t 1” 😂😂
3:11 Matty HOVA Baus!
Def gotta tell us about that caddie convo 🤣
Just death threats
@@GolfSidekick bad read or celebrated too soon?
@@bluejay1121 just generally keeping them in line, making sure we make some birdies so they can eat for the day and share some food with their families
I miss the whoo hoo music on birdies.
So c**ty. Love it.
Olazabal - Seve … 😄 At least from Spain.
99 problem and a pitch aint 1. Got me laughing there, nice one.
9:08- wait, did I here you say “confident”.
My parents told me I'm not allowed to watch this channel because of the language but I don't know what they're talking about
😂 I caught it. “99 yards but a pitch ain’t one”
I've got 99 yards and a pitch ain't one - lmao
Damm you a bad ass gangster
“99 yards and a pitch ain’t one” 💀💀
The Tin Cup challenge.
Stinky Winky what do you use in Sand Traps ?
56 almost exclusively
How can i import you to NH for in person lessons 😂 …. No. But seriously
There is only one thing we need to know. Has the butler been fired?
too much effort in post production doing videos like that and then taking forever to get the videos out
@@GolfSidekick I think we should have a drink and a minutes silence for the butler.
Sai nid neung 😆😆😆
Seve
*seven
Iron
99 problems
Third view, first comment.
99 yards and Pitch ain’t one, 😂😂
Seve Ballesteros 🙏🏼… you spell wrong both the name, surname and even the photo is wrong 😢
Who?
🎣
Chill the freak out.😂
wheres them special socks matty?
I forgot them in Bangkok on this outing
They will be back asap
Calling Seve Stevie and showing a picture of José María Olazábal instead is pretty awful... but other than that great video...
Send me your address I’ll FedEx you some tissues
My friend in the fairways