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Golf Swing Productions by Mark Crossfield Greg Chalmers and Lou Stagner
Hack It Out Golf
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  • Hack It Out Golf

    Is Tiger Back, Garcia Ryder Cup Hopes, and LIV Needs to Go Away Now

    02/11/2026 | 1h 8 mins.
    Today, Mark and Lou break down all the big stories in the world of professional golf. Every few years, after another layoff, we get a video of Tiger swinging and everyone starts wondering if the magic is still there. What might this next comeback be? Also, Sergio is returning to the DP World Tour; can he make another Ryder Cup team? And will the last golfer left at LIV please turn off the lights?

    If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/
    Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/

    Where to find us:

    Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe
    Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline
    Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline

    Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe
    Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner
    Lou Stagner's new practice app, Window Golf: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/window-golf/id6778014214

    Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA

    The Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolf
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
  • Hack It Out Golf

    SMS - Low index, 125 in FW, Greens Hit, Front vs Back Pin

    31/10/2026 | 13 mins.
    There is data. And there is a Lou childhood story. And then Lou estimates a number, which might be a first in world history. In this episode of the Saturday Stat, Lou asks Mark and Greg how often a good player hits the green from 125 yards in the fairway when the pin is in the front vs in the back of the green. You might know there's a difference; you likely underestimate how big a difference it is.

    Each of these will be a mini-episode (10-15 minutes long) about an interesting golf stat. We will discuss what you can learn, and most importantly, how you can apply this on the golf course to lower your scores and lower your handicap. Listen on your drive to the golf course or over your Saturday morning coffee!

    Data is sourced from Arccos Golf. They have over 1 BILLION shots in their database. Check them out at: https://www.arccosgolf.com/

    Use code DATALOU15 for 15% off!

    If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/
    Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/

    Where to find us:

    Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe
    Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline
    Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline

    Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
  • Hack It Out Golf

    Equipment Questions Grab Bag

    29/10/2026 | 30 mins.
    When club release season comes around, everyone wonders how much better their games could be with new clubs. But other golf equipment can make a big difference in your game. In this episode, Mark and Lou discuss some of the less trumpeted equipment choices that change how you play. How important is the ball you're using? What difference does it make when hitting wedges (hint: it's more than greenside spin). And can your shoes change your swing? Could you be giving up speed because of your spikes?

    If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/
    Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/

    Where to find us:

    Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe
    Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline
    Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline

    Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe
    Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner
    Lou Stagner's new practice app, Window Golf: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/window-golf/id6778014214

    Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA

    The Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolf
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
  • Hack It Out Golf

    So Much Progress—But Is Anyone Getting Better?

    26/10/2026 | 25 mins.
    Instruction is better, tech is better, the clubs and balls are better—but are golfers getting any better? In this episode, Mark and Lou discuss golf improvement and the handicap system. Is the average handicap index of amateur golfers moving? What factors go into the relative static nature of the average index? How much have changes to the handicap rules over the years changed what a index signifies?

    If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/
    Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/

    Where to find us:

    Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe
    Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline
    Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline

    Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe
    Lou Stagner on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LouStagner
    Lou Stagner's new practice app, Window Golf: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/window-golf/id6778014214

    Greg Chalmers on Twitter: https://twitter.com/GregChalmersPGA

    The Hack It Out Golf Podcast on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HackItOutGolf
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
  • Hack It Out Golf

    SMS - Scratch, 10, and 15, Distance SG of 0, in FW on 500 Yard Par 5

    24/10/2026 | 12 mins.
    You drive it in the fairway on a 500-yard par 5: how far down the fairway does your ball need to go for that tee shot to be break-even Strokes Gained for your skill level? In this episode, Lou puts that question to Mark and Greg, for scratch, 10, and 15 index golfers. After the dust settles (and someone's answers get really close), the guys talk par 5 tee strategy.

    Each of these will be a mini-episode (10-15 minutes long) about an interesting golf stat. We will discuss what you can learn, and most importantly, how you can apply this on the golf course to lower your scores and lower your handicap. Listen on your drive to the golf course or over your Saturday morning coffee!

    Data is sourced from Arccos Golf. They have over 1 BILLION shots in their database. Check them out at: https://www.arccosgolf.com/

    Use code DATALOU15 for 15% off!

    If you have a question you want covered on the pod, please submit here: https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/contact/
    Listeners can also leave us a voicemail! https://www.hackitoutgolf.com/voicemail/

    Where to find us:

    Mark Crossfield's weekly newsletter: https://www.crossfieldgolf.com/subscribe
    Mark Crossfield on Twitter: https://twitter.com/4golfonline
    Mark Crossfield on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/4golfonline

    Lou Stagner's weekly newsletter: https://newsletter.loustagnergolf.com/subscribe
    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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About Hack It Out Golf
We dive deep into golf, sharing expert insights to help you improve your golf swing and lower your scores. Renowned golf coach Mark Crossfield, stats expert Lou Stagner, and PGA Tour player Greg Chalmers join forces to bring you an engaging, informative, and entertaining show dedicated to all things golf. Your game will improve, and you will have a lot of laughs along the way listening to the banter of these three friends. Whether you're a seasoned pro or beginner golfer, this podcast is your ultimate resource for enhancing your skills and unlocking your full potential on the golf course.Join Mark Crossfield, a highly respected and sought-after golf coach, as he shares his extensive knowledge and experience in the sport having given many thousands of golf lessons to golfers of every skill level. Through in-depth discussions and engaging anecdotes, Mark guides you through the intricacies of the golf swing, unraveling the mysteries and helping you understand the nuances that can make all the difference in your performance on the golf course.Lou Stagner, our resident stats expert, brings a unique perspective to the podcast. He breaks down the numbers and provides you with invaluable statistical analysis that will empower you to make more informed decisions on the golf course. Learn how to leverage data to assess your strengths and weaknesses, strategize your game plan, and gain a competitive edge.But that's not all – we have the privilege of having PGA Tour Player Greg Chalmers on board. Greg shares his firsthand experiences and insights from competing at the highest level of professional golf. Hear his stories, learn from his successes and failures, and gain a glimpse into the mindset and discipline required to excel on the PGA Tour.Each episode of the Hack it Out Golf Podcast is packed with practical golf lessons, actionable tips, and strategies to improve your golf swing, enhance your accuracy, and optimize your overall performance. From mastering the fundamentals to refining advanced techniques, we cover it all. Whether you're looking to straighten out your drive, hone your short game, or improve your putting, our expert panel is here to guide you every step of the way and improve your golf game. We will help you to learn how to gain better control over your golf ball not only in practice, but out on the golf course.In addition to the practical golf lessons we provide, we also do preview and recap shows for the biggest events in golf. We cover the four major championships (The Masters at Augusta National, The US Open, The Open Championship and the PGA Championship). We also cover the Ryder Cup, The Presidents Cup and other current events in the world of golf on the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, DP World Tour and LIV Golf. We also have in-depth chats on some of the biggest names in golf like Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm, Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas.So, grab your clubs and tune in to the Hack It Out Golf podcast. Let us be your trusted companions on this golfing journey, as we equip you with the knowledge, tools, and inspiration you need to take your golf game to the next level. Get ready to swing for success and experience the thrill of reaching new heights on the golf course.
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