Pivot The Path

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Pivot the Path is a podcast that redefines golf improvement by focusing on the facts and physics that fuel progress, combined with a deep focus on biomechanics to revolutionize your golf game. Hosted by Scott Young—Founder of SSWING, New York City's premier indoor golf improvement facility and the Pure Definition of Golf Improvement—PGA professional, and ex-tour player, this podcast cuts through the noise with a unique and refreshing perspective to uncover what truly drives success on the course. Catch new episodes every Thursday—packed with highlights and insights to elevate your game and help you truly Own Your SSWING!

  1. EP 116: Stop Fighting the Golf Course. Start Working With It.

    -1 ДН.

    EP 116: Stop Fighting the Golf Course. Start Working With It.

    This past weekend in professional golf delivered a clear reminder of how the game is meant to be played. At the highest level, players aren’t forcing their swing onto the course — they’re responding to it. They recognize the shape of the hole, the angles it presents, and the shot it requires. Whether it’s a soft fade into a tucked pin or a draw that follows the design of the fairway, the best players in the world can shape the ball both ways and adapt to what’s in front of them. In this episode, Scotty breaks down one of the most important — and often overlooked — concepts in golf improvement: Stop fighting the golf course. Start working with it. Too many golfers try to hit the same shot on every hole, regardless of the situation. Real progress begins when you understand how each hole is designed and learn to match your ball flight to it. Golf isn’t asking for your favorite swing —it’s asking for the right shot. And when you learn to see that clearly, shape the ball both ways, and commit to what the moment requires, everything starts to simplify — and that’s where real improvement begins. Because when you stop fighting the game and trust your motion, you begin to truly Own Your SSWING. Shop the new G'day Golfers hat👉 Available now in the SSWING Shop Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    18 мин.
  2. EP 115: How the Macro Swing Influences Every Club in the Bag

    11 МАР.

    EP 115: How the Macro Swing Influences Every Club in the Bag

    In this week's episode, we step back and connect the dots from the last several episodes.  One of the biggest challenges in golf is the gap between what you feel and what is actually happening. That disconnect often leads golfers to believe they need a different swing for every club in the bag. In reality, great golfers rely on one motion — a macro movement pattern that carries through the entire bag. From full swings to chipping and putting (setting aside specialty shots like bunkers and flop shots), the fundamentals of movement remain remarkably consistent. It starts with something simple but incredibly important: taking the club back square and on the target line. That first move sets the geometry for the entire motion and influences how the club returns to the ball. We also explore a concept that is often overlooked in sport — proprioception, the body’s ability to sense where it is in space. When golfers develop awareness of how their body and club move together, the swing becomes less about manipulation and more about coordinated movement. This conversation brings together themes from recent episodes — process, movement, and clarity — and reinforces a simple truth: improvement doesn’t come from collecting more swing thoughts. It comes from understanding the motion that connects every club in the bag. Shop the new G'day Golfers hat 👉 Available now in the SSWING Shop Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    18 мин.
  3. EP 114: Why Your Mechanics Control Your Ball Flight

    4 МАР.

    EP 114: Why Your Mechanics Control Your Ball Flight

    Technology in golf has never been more powerful — launch monitors, swing cameras, and data are everywhere. But without understanding the mechanics behind the numbers, the data alone won’t help you improve. In this episode of Pivot The Path, we break down why mechanics always come first. The ball flight you see is simply the result of how your body moves and how the club travels through space. One of the easiest ways to understand your swing is by tracing the butt end of the club — revealing the macro plane of your motion and showing how the body organizes the downswing. Please refer to Episode 112 for more details on that. When you learn to connect what the body is doing to what the club is doing, the technology you’re using suddenly becomes far more valuable. Because improvement isn’t about chasing numbers — it’s about understanding how your movement creates them. Move better. Play efficiently. Own Your SSWING. ⛳️ Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    25 мин.
  4. EP 113: Stop Chasing Your Longest Shot. Start Building Your Most Dependable One.

    26 ФЕВР.

    EP 113: Stop Chasing Your Longest Shot. Start Building Your Most Dependable One.

    This week on Pivot The Path, we take inspiration from the epic gold-medal win by the United States men's national ice hockey team — their first in 46 years — and explore what it teaches us about elite performance across all sports, especially golf. From hockey to the fairways, the lesson is the same: championships aren’t built on highlight moments — they’re built on preparation, trust, and showing up when it matters. We dive into why consistency isn’t a mindset — it’s a movement skill. Why elite players understand their miss before chasing their max. And how predictable patterns beat perfect swings every time. If you’re tired of hunting distance and hero shots, this episode reframes improvement around what actually lowers scores: better movement, smarter practice, and owning your process. Because talent opens doors — but reliability keeps you in the game. Move better. Play efficiently. Own Your SSWING. Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    23 мин.
  5. EP 112: Beyond Talent: How Setbacks and Comebacks Define the Journey

    17 ФЕВР.

    EP 112: Beyond Talent: How Setbacks and Comebacks Define the Journey

    This week on Pivot The Path, we look beyond raw talent and into what truly shapes a golfer’s journey — resilience, process, and the courage to keep showing up. Inspired by their performances this weekend across LIV Golf and the PGA Tour  — and the contrasting stories of Anthony Kim and Collin Morikawa — we break down two very different paths: the bravery of a comeback and the discipline of sustained excellence. We dive into what separates the upswing from the downswing, how sequencing and movement create repeatable impact, and why real improvement isn’t about copying swings — it’s about understanding your body, trusting your process, and owning your development. Whether you’re rebuilding after setbacks or refining your edge, this episode is a reminder that progress isn’t linear — and the journey is defined by how you respond, reset, and move forward. Because talent opens doors — but process keeps you in the game. Get in touch to learn how to Own Your SSWING: 📩 scott@sswing.com Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    16 мин.
  6. EP 111: Performance Lives in Preparation — How Gear Effect Shapes Ball Flight

    11 ФЕВР.

    EP 111: Performance Lives in Preparation — How Gear Effect Shapes Ball Flight

    This week’s episode rides the momentum across global tournament golf — from James Nicholas breaking through on the Korn Ferry Tour, Elvis Smylie making an immediate statement on LIV Golf, and Patrick Reed returning to the winner’s circle on the DP World Tour, to a Jersey-tough performance from Gotterup on the PGA Tour. All of it unfolds alongside Super Bowl weekend and the kickoff of the Winter Olympics — a powerful reminder that when the moment gets big, preparation shows up. Then we bring it straight back to your game. Because it’s not just mindset — it’s mechanics. We dive into why gear effect matters, how strike location directly shapes ball flight, and why performance can’t be separated from preparation, movement, and the tools in your hands. If you’ve ever hit what felt like a good swing and watched the ball do something unexpected, this episode explains why — and how to start owning your strike and truly Own Your SSWING. Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    32 мин.
  7. EP 110: Be Detailed: Why Process Wins Under Pressure

    4 ФЕВР.

    EP 110: Be Detailed: Why Process Wins Under Pressure

    This week’s Improvement Pivot Point is simple, but decisive: Be Detailed. The Farmers Insurance Open gave us a masterclass in what that actually looks like. Justin Rose set the tone with a rare wire-to-wire performance on the PGA Tour — the kind of win that isn’t about riding momentum, but about creating it early and protecting it with discipline. From the opening round onward, it was fairways first, precise iron windows, and a pre-shot routine that never changed, regardless of scoreboards or pressure. The details didn’t fade as the week went on — they sharpened. On the LPGA Tour, Nelly Korda showed how quickly form can turn when process leads. Her charge wasn’t built on forcing birdies, but on recommitting to her decisions — picking the right shots, swinging with conviction, and trusting her routine when the momentum of the tournament shifted. It was patience paired with intent. Across the globe, the same theme repeated itself. Both the DP World Tour and the Korn Ferry Tour crowned first-time winners — players who didn’t chase perfection or rely on hero moments. They managed misses, stayed inside their plans, and let consistency do the heavy lifting over four demanding days. This episode unpacks the weekend of golf to show why detail matters — in preparation, decision-making, and especially in pre-shot routines. At every level, improvement doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from doing the small things on purpose, over and over again. Be detailed. Own Your SSWING. And let the results take care of themselves. Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here

    29 мин.
  8. EP 109: Choosing The Right Shot at the Right Time

    30 ЯНВ.

    EP 109: Choosing The Right Shot at the Right Time

    In golf, progress is rarely decided by the hardest swing or the boldest shot — it’s decided by the choice you make when the moment demands restraint. This past weekend’s PGA and DP World Tour results reinforced a simple truth: the players who keep moving forward aren’t chasing moments — they’re choosing wisely. In this week's episode, we explore the Improvement Pivot Point that shows up under real pressure: choosing the right shot in the right moment. From managing risk to fully committing once a decision is made, this episode breaks down how elite players simplify when it matters most — and why restraint so often leads to better outcomes than aggression. We look at what the leaderboard doesn’t always show: How smart choices prevent big numbersWhy patience creates separation over four roundsWhere everyday golfers lose shots by chasing instead of choosingHow to apply this mindset to practice, putting, and on-course decision-makingThis isn’t about playing safe — it’s about playing clear. Improvement doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from choosing better, when it matters most. Note: This episode was recorded prior to the news of Patrick Reed’s departure from LIV Golf. Shop SSWING Swag👉 Explore the collection and show the world how you Own Your SSWING — on the course and everywhere else. Join the SSWING SocietyBe part of a growing community of golfers, movers and performance-minded individuals committed to mastering their game. 📬 Join the SSWING Newsletter: www.sswing.com Your weekly drive — The Friday Fix — delivering golf movement, mastery tips and all things SSWING straight to your inbox. Support the ShowFollow our Social Media for all the best moments from the show: Pivot The Path Instagram - click here! SSWING YouTube - click here! SSWING Website - click here!  SSWING Instagram - click here!

    18 мин.
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Pivot the Path is a podcast that redefines golf improvement by focusing on the facts and physics that fuel progress, combined with a deep focus on biomechanics to revolutionize your golf game. Hosted by Scott Young—Founder of SSWING, New York City's premier indoor golf improvement facility and the Pure Definition of Golf Improvement—PGA professional, and ex-tour player, this podcast cuts through the noise with a unique and refreshing perspective to uncover what truly drives success on the course. Catch new episodes every Thursday—packed with highlights and insights to elevate your game and help you truly Own Your SSWING!

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    SSWING
  • Годы выхода
    2023 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    116
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