In this episode of Golf Party Live, Donna tackles one of the most common (and most frustrating!) questions beginner golfers ask:
"Why do all my clubs go the same distance?"

If you've ever felt confused or discouraged because your 7-iron, 9-iron, and even your driver all seem to fly the same yardage — this episode is for you.

Donna breaks down why this happens, why it's completely normal, and why it does not mean you're doing anything wrong. In fact, it's a phase almost every beginner goes through — and understanding it is the first step toward real improvement.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why most beginners hit all their clubs the same distance

• The #1 reason: inconsistent contact

• Why "scooping" the ball adds loft and steals distance

• How helping the ball into the air actually hurts your shots

• Why swing speed often stays the same across clubs for beginners

• The purpose of beginner golf sets and why they exist

• How distance gaps develop as your swing improves

• Simple ways to start creating better contact and separation

• Why patience and confidence matter more than power

Key Takeaway:

If all your clubs go the same distance — you're not broken. You're learning. With better contact, proper setup, and trust in the process, distance and consistency will come naturally.

This episode is designed to relieve frustration, build confidence, and help you understand what's really happening in your swing.

🎧 Listen now and take the pressure off your game — progress starts with understanding.

In this episode of Golf Party Live, we sit down with Dr. Andrea Hogan, also known as The Golfing Professor—a psychology professor, content creator, author, and passionate beginner golfer whose journey is as inspiring as it is relatable.

Andrea has only been playing golf for about one year, yet she's already experienced powerful breakthroughs that resonate deeply with beginner golfers. She brings a unique perspective by blending golf mindset, confidence, identity, and psychology, helping players better understand why golf can feel so challenging—especially between the ears.

In this episode, we cover:
*Andrea's personal golf journey and how she got started in the game
*Why golf is so mentally difficult, particularly for beginners
*The biggest mindset traps new golfers fall into (and how to avoid them)
*Practical mindset tips from a psychology professor's perspective
*What Andrea teaches and loves most about being a psychology professor
*The parallels between students learning psychology and golfers learning the game
*How she built the Golfing Professor brand
*Her experience creating content, launching a TikTok shop, and what surprised her most about combining social media + golf

This conversation is insightful, encouraging, and full of "aha" moments—perfect for anyone new to golf or anyone who's ever felt frustrated, stuck, or intimidated by the mental side of the game.

We had such a great time getting to know Andrea, and we know our listeners will connect with her story and benefit from her thoughtful, beginner-friendly advice.

Thank you for tuning in to Golf Party Live.

If you loved this episode, please share it with your golfing friends and help us grow the Golf Party community. 💚⛳️

Something brand new has been lighting people up — and today's episode dives straight into it.

In this episode, we recap our Golf Party Live Singles Mixer, talk about why it worked so well, and share what's coming next for this rapidly growing part of the Golf Party Live community.

This topic is deeply personal to Donna. She's a connector by nature — she met her husband through golf, and she even played matchmaker for her dad and stepmom, who have now been married for 29 years. So when she hears singles say they're exhausted, frustrated, and craving a better way to meet someone, she truly gets it. Helping people connect through golf is something she's incredibly passionate about.

We're joined by Annie Safa, who was on the front lines helping run the entire singles mixer. Annie assisted with logistics, check-in flow, and overall event execution — and she brings great energy and behind-the-scenes insight to this conversation. Annie is also Golf Party Live's social media manager and a close friend of Donna's, which makes the discussion both fun and honest.

Together, we recap:
*What actually happened at the singles mixer
*Annie's first impressions as people started arriving
*Whether the mixer felt awkward (spoiler: it didn't)
*The exact moment Annie realized this event was going to be a major success

We then dig into why the demand for meeting singles through golf is so high right now. Singles are tired. Online dating feels exhausting, transactional, and disconnected — and we hear this over and over again:

"I want to meet someone naturally."
"I want to meet a quality person."
"I want to meet someone who actually has a life."

Golf creates a completely different environment.

We talk about why golf attracts quality people and why meeting someone on the course gives you real insight into who they are. Golf shows you:
*How someone handles pressure
*How they respond to a bad shot
*How they treat staff and other players
*Whether they're honest, respectful, encouraging, or negative

Golf has a way of revealing someone's true character — and that's why it works so well as a way to connect.

We also explain why this mixer isn't awkward, how it's intentionally designed, and why it feels comfortable and organic for both beginners and experienced golfers.

Donna then shares her personal story of meeting her husband through golf, her natural role as a matchmaker and connector, and why this new singles chapter feels so aligned with her purpose.

Finally, we wrap up by sharing what's coming next, including:
*Upcoming singles mixers
*An exclusive Golf Party Live Singles Play Date
*And exciting new experiences we're currently building

Thank you so much for tuning in and supporting Golf Party Live. We appreciate you — and we're just getting started. 💖⛳️