📝 Episode Description

Today's episode is one we've been wanting to record for a long time.

If you're a beginner golfer…

If you're trying to figure out how to actually learn the game…

If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I doing this right?"

This episode is for you.


We're breaking down what it really looks like to learn golf the right way — intentionally, patiently, and with a true understanding of the process. And we're doing it through the real-life journeys of two incredible students, Melissa Jackson and Lauri Leadley.

They embody everything we believe makes a successful beginner: curiosity, work ethic, coachability, consistency, and the ability to enjoy the journey.

⛳ What We Cover

*Their golf journeys from day one to now
*Why being intentional matters when learning golf
*The beginner learning sequence (and what most people get wrong)
*What progress actually looks like in the early stages
*Normalizing the emotional side of learning the game
*What it means to be a "model student"
*What every beginner truly needs to hear
💡 Key Takeaway

Learning golf isn't about rushing results — it's about building a foundation, staying consistent, and trusting the process.

💬 Final Thoughts

Thank you so much for tuning in to the show.

We hope this episode gives you clarity, confidence, and encouragement as you learn the game of golf. Stick with it — it's worth it.

Have you ever stood in the fairway holding three different clubs… panicking… because you have no clue what to hit?

Or wondered…

"Am I supposed to hit my 7 iron 100 yards? 150 yards?? … WHAT EVEN IS NORMAL??"

Then this episode is for you.

Because one of the biggest confidence builders in golf is understanding yardages — and once you do, your entire game becomes calmer, smarter, and way more fun.

And if you've ever heard someone say "front, center, back" and thought it sounded like a seating chart… 😂 you are definitely in the right place.

In This Episode, We Break Down:

✅ What "yardage" actually means

We start from the very beginning so it finally makes sense:

*What yardage is measuring
*The difference between carry yardage vs total yardage
*Why some shots fly farther (or shorter) than you expect

✅ The 3 yardages every golfer needs to know

Most greens give you three numbers:

Front
Center
Back

And here's the golden rule:
⭐ Play to the CENTER unless you have a very good reason not to.
(Seriously — center yardage is your best friend.)

How to Figure Out Your Yardages (Even as a Beginner)

Yardages aren't something you magically "know" — you learn them as you grow.

We share a simple way to start:
*Go to the range and hit 10 balls with each club
*Toss the bad swings
*Average the solid shots
*Write it down

Important reminder:
⚠️ The range lies.
Range balls are often harder, heavier, and less responsive, meaning
your range yardages may be shorter than your on-course yardages

And we also talk about why your yardages change week to week based on:
*wind
*temperature
*ball contact
*your body & mindset
*confidence level
(and yes… that's a real thing!)

If you're a newer golfer playing often, you'll need to revisit your yardages regularly — because you're improving quickly.

Tools for Finding Yardages

We cover the most common options and what we recommend:
*Rangefinders
*GPS apps
*Cart GPS systems

We talk about what we like best, what feels easiest for beginners, and what gives the most confidence on the course.

External Factors That Change Yardage - because golf isn't played in a vacuum — we break down:
*wind (headwind vs tailwind)
*uphill and downhill shots
temperature changes
*slopes and uneven lies
…and why these things matter more than you think.

Real-Life Yardage Decision Making

We walk through what it looks like in real time:
*how to pace yardages like a pro
*how to make smarter club selections
*how to stop second-guessing yourself

And Brittney Boo shares what she's learned about yardages in her own beginner journey — the wins, the mistakes, and what actually helped her.

Rapid Fire Yardage Tips

We wrap up with quick practical tips you can take straight to the course to immediately start playing smarter and more confidently.

Thank You
As always, thank you for listening, sharing, and referring Golf Party Live to your friends. We appreciate you more than you know — this community means everything to us. 💛

Have fun and go low! ⛳✨

We did something a little different for this one… and it might be our favorite episode yet.

Recorded LIVE on Hole 9 at Augusta Ranch Golf Club, this episode brings you right into the heart of our Ladies Golf Extravaganza — where the energy is high, the vibes are unmatched, and the stories are everything.

Donna Taylor and Brittney Boo set up on the course and interviewed ladies as they came through during play… and what happened next is exactly why this community is so special.

You'll hear directly from our attendees — in their own words — sharing:

• Their favorite moments from the Extravaganza

• The friendships they've made

• What surprised them the most

• Why this event means so much to them

This episode is real, unfiltered, and full of laughter, connection, and those "this is why we do this" moments.

From first-time golfers to returning attendees, you'll feel the confidence, the joy, and the community that defines Golf Party Live.

Whether you were there with us or listening from afar, this episode gives you a front-row seat to what makes this event so unforgettable.

If you've ever thought about joining one of our events… this is your sign.


What you'll love about this episode:

• A behind-the-scenes look at the Ladies Golf Extravaganza

• Real voices from women in our community

• Fun, candid, on-the-course interviews

• The true spirit of beginner golf — connection over perfection

Have fun on the golf course… and Go Low.