In this episode, I welcome esteemed golf coach and author Gary Nicol , who shares his extensive experience in the game. With decades of coaching at the highest level, including working with Tour professionals, Gary has developed a unique approach to enhancing on-course performance. I explore his career journey, from coaching elite players to co-authoring insightful books with Karl Morris. These include: "The Lost Art of Putting" – This book encourages golfers to become more child-like on the greens, focusing on the joy of getting the ball into the hole. ( Amazon ) "The Lost Art of Playing Golf" – A work that challenges conventional coaching wisdom, helping golfers reconnect with the art and soul of the game. ( Amazon ) "The Lost Art of the Short Game" – This book aims to change the way golfers think about chipping, pitching, and bunker play, encouraging them to embrace the challenge and showcase their skills around the greens. ( Amazon ) Gary also discusses his performance consultancy, Performance Principles , where he applies lessons learned from over 30 years of coaching to help golfers of all abilities play smarter and enjoy the game more. ( Performance Principles )
