Golf Rehab Episode 14 – Are You Chasing Distance Instead of Lower Scores? Putter Changes & Shaft Flex

Send us a message, or your questions Are you chasing more distance when you should be focusing on shooting lower scores? Could your putter be costing you shots? And does regular versus stiff shaft flex really matter? On Episode 14 of Golf Rehab, Pete and ex-tour pro and expert club fitter James break down the golf equipment choices, common mistakes and practical changes that can help amateur golfers improve. Support Our Longest Day Fundraiser On 30 November, the Golf Rehab team is taking on The Longest Day at Mount Broughton to raise funds for Cancer Council. If you can spare a few dollars, please support our challenge. Every donation helps fund vital cancer research, prevention and support services. Donate here: https://www.longestday.org.au/fundraisers/golfrehab IN THIS EPISODE: • Distance vs accuracy: Are you focusing on hitting the ball further when keeping it in play could save you more shots? • Putter changes: Can a new putter or hockey-style grip fix your putting, or are golfers too quick to change equipment? • Regular vs stiff shafts: James explains why shaft flex, weight and profile matter more than the label alone. • How to improve your short game: Pete shares how changing his chipping technique and ball position helped him shoot under par over 10 holes for the first time. • LIV Golf's future: The latest player movements and what could happen next. • LPGA slow-play penalties: Are two-shot penalties fair, or does professional golf need to do more about slow play? Plus, James shares a simple rangefinder tip to help you choose better targets and avoid unnecessary trouble around the green. Golf Rehab is the golf podcast for everyday golfers who want honest equipment advice, practical golf tips, real-world improvement and plenty of banter. Subscribe and join us each week as we work out what actually helps golfers play better.