How to Stay Focused on the Right Things (No Back Nine Blowups)

[@benlazar6017]

I just wanted to say that I’ve wasted so much time watching KZbin to learn swing mechanics, putting, and chipping. I started watching your channel and I used your concepts of dispersion off the tee and the 6 greens, 6 up and downs, and 6 birthday holes system. I normally shoot between 87-91. Yesterday I used your advice on course management and I shot 83 even with 3 double bogies. I’m officially sold on the way of the playa!

[@iamgutch93]

Agree totally... Game changing!

[@GolfSidekick]

Congrats playa 83 is magnificent. A score the majority of the world golfers will never match!!! Keep going, see how low you can go! If you can reach 79, you can do a 75 easy peasy lemon squeezy

[@toonpomme5178]

the best about it. is that you just enjoy yourself more. that's the best thing ever. We get better by loving what we do and going again !

[@rolirolster]

I can tell a similar story. The way of the Playa is the only way.

[@kevingallagher7507]

Caddie added about 10 credits in positive vibes!

[@GolfSidekick]

Hype girl

[@IG_Bananasgolf]

The cheerleading was on point!

[@definitelynotlebronjames443]

Played yesterday, was +5 through 17 and dying to break 80. Hole 18 was a par 5 with lots of water. With the playa mindset I proceeded to hit 3 8 irons, chip, 2 putt bogey and walk away with a 78. Thanks matty boom boom

[@GolfSidekick]

Absolutely disgusting savage!!!!!

[@derDKP]

Did your playing partners give you shit? Did you just show them the 78 to shut them up?

[@DaveHiggoHiggins]

my biggest take away from this video was definitely "our goal is not to keep it together, our goal is to keep doing what we've been doing, because what we've done up to now has been done, and if we keep doing what we need to be done, we're gunna do what has to be done to be doing it" Prophetic, concise, toight.

[@GolfSidekick]

Guess what??? Anyway……

[@tedzink4574]

​@GolfSidekick Congrats Matt, It's not everyday that a US Presidential Candidate's speech writer replies in your comments. 👍

[@BigGolfEnjoyer]

Been watching you for years. You've always been a great teacher but lately are reaching a new level and I love to be experiencing it!

[@GolfSidekick]

You are reaching new heights of commentary

[@chancecastro848]

I played some of the best golf of my life today and it was 100% because of this channel. No blowing up. Just forgiving myself for bad shots and moving on to focus on the next one. Shot shape confidential. Chipped like a boss. Better putting. It was the happiest I’ve ever been on the golf course. Just wanted to say thank you.

[@EdwardVance-vs2wy]

I started watching you videos about 3 months. I haven’t played in years and the best I could was shoot 125+. Today I broke 100 for the first time, shooting a 97 using your adjusted par method. Changing par 72 to par 99 and stop being a stinky winky in my course management and keeping certain clubs like my driver in the bag. My short game inside 100 yrds is very satisfying. I’m making more two puts than 3 puts. And when I have a bad shot or hole I can put it in the rear and not get all bent out of shape like I used too. Thank you for your hard work putting these videos out.

[@adm5618]

I’m a 26 handicap and I stuck to a strategy the other day, playing a 7I off the tee, and playing to free throw shot distances intothe greens.with a PW & 9I. Slope index course 128 Didn’t miss a green all day. Played my first 9 in 46 and my second in 49 Just through implementing tips from your videos. I started playing golf in June this year. Cheers!

[@peterhood6747]

Love your positive caddy... 😂

[@amatya.rakshasa]

Playa, I just broke 100 for the first time in my life. I only used my 6-iron off the tee. Always tried to get to the mouth of the green so I can bump and run. I did not have a single GIR. My two pars were long par 4 up&downs. My worst was a solitary triple bogey on a tough par 5. No good good on putts. I feel like I’m in heaven. Thanks for all the guidance man!!!

[@locolarry8982]

Emotional support caddie = +25 mental currency credits

[@GolfSidekick]

The greatest goat

[@darkhorse2reign]

Man, i remember my second club tournament, ever. I was so amped up because i was a legit 20 handicap and i had been working very hard on my short game and felt i could win the whole thing (handicapped). I calmed my nerves and got around in 40 on my front nine and then got to thinking about winning. i shit to bed and shot 55. I learned an important lesson: ONE shot at a time is the only way to play golf. Getting ahead of yourself will kill your game.

[@jackmacewen]

Therapy saved my life literally. Also helped my game as does daily meditation.

[@milkyfruit6892]

what do you shoot?

[@LearningRandomStuff]

This is perfect timing. I went on a streak shooting in the mid-to-high 90s but lately I’ve been struggling to break 100!

[@JamesJones-cl3dx]

Same 👍🏽

[@YorkshireDave]

Echo what everyone else says here. Am a v high handicapper but only recently am I able to finally practice regularly. My mentality generally is very negative and I’d get so lost watching videos on swing mechanics etc This channel and expert teaching on the mental side of the game is transformative. I’ve a long way to go and many years of bad habits to fall back on. But this channel has opened my eyes to a new way of thinking. The context is golf but the application more generally is staggering. Thanks so much Matty Boom Boom O, and the approach on the 11th was sublime

[@RabidBeave]

Your caddy this round was amazing!! We need more humans with the positive energy she has! Hopefully you took care of her after the round. She is pure gold!

[@chadbrockelman179]

Your statement about screwing up your driver feels for the rest of the round really hits the nail on the head! Love your videos and your cheerleading caddie was awesome!

[@GolfSidekick]

Yeah man there are some holes where you just weigh up the downside, upside and EV. if the EV is 50/50 on the hole, but negative for the rest of the round after that hole if something goes bad, I'd rather take my bogey and conitnue like a baus the rest of the round after the hole

[@BroIyZ]

Started keeping score This year after only casual play with friends and family. Got the bug. Watched your videos and virtually no others. Shot a 47 on 9 holes the other day and a 49 at my home course 9 2 days after. Mindset has transcended thinking too much about swing tech and I couldn't thank you more. Lowest on 18 is a 102 and I will break it next year. I'm enjoying the early ride so much and you've helped my foundation for a lifetime of enjoyment in this sport 👑😎

[@awakenbeast2124]

Not being upset with my bad shots and enjoying each hole took me from a 12 handicap to a 5 in only two months. I love playing golf now! Let go of negative energy and thoughts and enjoy the game.

[@edwardgagnon6102]

Way to go Mr. Awakenbeast

[@GolfSidekick]

Absolutely bomb dot com

[@qtpi6450]

*"keep doing what we've been doing because what we've done up til now has been done. If we keep doing what we need to be done we're going to do what has to be done to be doing it!"* 🗣️🗣️🔥🔥

[@colestock7756]

I kept throwing away my score the last week and I was literally waiting for a video like this. I love you matty

[@willemflach9834]

Great round Matty and great example of keeping your mind focused. Love watching you walk the talk.

[@marvinbluedorn3321]

This is the best KZbin golf content on the internet. Not even close. How Matty doesn't have a million subscribers is beyond me. Also, we need more caddies like that one.

[@GolfSidekick]

Playa you are the best

[@dakinkajou]

I love the format with the video game stuff!

[@MrGustoIT]

Amazing way of integrating an ad for betterhelp making the link with golf. This is the exact reason I picked up golf, as I want to understand which behaviors I take with me on the course when things don’t go my way. Playing a round of golf with this perspective gives me a very accurate picture of things I need to work on in life. Still end in the negative on the last 3 holes… so work in progress I would say.

[@mrveritas700]

Perfect timing after my round yesterday.

[@scokely]

I like how you're using the word, "Reframe". It's a word Scott Adams uses in his book, "Reframe Your Brain". By changing the way we interpret our circumstances, we can do wonders for our brains ... which is a really important thing to do on the golf course. Thanks Mattie!

[@GolfSidekick]

Scott Adams is a very big inspiration - excellent daily show

[@matthewstake2697]

I have never seen the mental game quantify in such an understandable and relatable way. This helped me so much to understand what's happening in my mind every time I tee up or drive to the next hole. Thanks bro! I will be a fan forever! Keep it coming. We need more stuff like this. I'm heading for a round today and can't wait to put it into practice.

[@elindauer]

Really enjoyed this one. Your understanding and explanation of the mental game is top shelf.

[@RealSweetTom]

How about that Eagle! One of your best videos in a long time. very relevent to me, always lagging on the back 9, always making irrational decisions towards the end.

[@jasoncarter541]

Great video bro on the mindset of golf and great work on mentioning mental health too. We've all been there. Congrats from Australia

[@gazoomj]

Your confidential strategies have finally helped me get back to the upper 80s. And at least kept my bad games in the middle to low 90s.

[@yardsalecrap]

Definitely can relate to these concepts, lived them, for example worrying about a bunker inevitably puts you in it, or trying harder because you're not doing well makes it worse, etc. I no longer have bad thoughts when I play, I just play each shot as it comes up and I do a LOT better. 6 handicap now...

[@toonpomme5178]

this is the one i need. i remember you answering me in comment about that. thanks. the notebook is out !

[@natheward_]

Much respect for the better help sponsor.

[@paulbeaumont3201]

Matty your birdie music is just like your channel , best out there ❤

[@danmcfall2967]

Your speed control on putts is amazing! The only thing I practice is chipping, putting and course strategy. I cant wait for the day, that I have the control you do with speed on putts.

[@GolfSidekick]

Lots of studying and very little putting practice actually. the key is to remove ALL your mental game and trust your body to calculate the physics. Your brain knows how much swing to put on the putt.

[@FelixHaenssler]

Danke!

[@Acemd282]

You are absolutely brilliant

[@mister.wizard]

What a great new video game with Matty Boom-boom Bros.! The strategy was the best. The music was so great. The EAGLE and all those Birdies…amazing! Your caddie was fantastic and to go around with her cheering you on….we all need that. Not only did you get at least one birdie so she could get a tip, but with that eagle, do you pay her more?😂😂😂 Matt, you need to try out for the U.S? Open, just to see what happens!!

[@Shreveinator]

Love the sun screen colors.

[@dacajun5522]

I came upon your channel wow and what I really like is the information posted distance club selection and score this helps me understand the why and because

[@danhosford9923]

Quality video, so useful and also brilliant golf

[@John-ei5uz]

Good timing for this video as I am on my way to the course with my mates this morning. There is always some pretty good sledging going on so I will try and take your tips on board. If all else fails these is always the option to keep about 20 cans of beer in the esky as a last resort stress reliever! There is no better excuse for a bad score than being drunk while you play! If Bob Does Sports did a video like this one I'm sure that is what they would say anyway!

[@MrCplChicken]

Was 2 over through 11, yesterday, and proceeded to triple the next three holes. Now I'm seeing this video.

[@RonBaker456]

Lots of good tips here for us average Joes and fun watch too. Thanks.

[@RookieSwing]

Thanks for bringing a fresh, positive perspective to golf-I’m excited to keep learning and fully embrace the 'playa mindset' on my beginner’s journey! ⛳

[@ciaran_keady]

This idea/mindset/wayoftheplaya is a game changer brother

[@nmartinez4754]

I say I like your caddy commentary, very uplifting and positive on those good shots! Can you introduce us to your caddies?

[@timoconnor9434]

Matty, great video, your cutting off shots from average guys like me. Keep it up, I love it.

[@Randsurfer]

Interesting and new way to look at mental game and attitude. Well done.

[@chrisburton7776]

Superb round Matty 🎉 - you certainly peddle Dr Bob Rotella’s principles in very accessible ways for the modern audience…they are great books to read too (which I have thanks to your direction). I missed three 3 foot putts on Friday for an 8 over gross (those putts were due to not committing and previous poor positioning - but I remember most the 10ft birdie putt…)

[@frankterbeek6287]

I'm waiting for the moment the music starts when you're in the tee-box. For that hole-in-1 🙂

[@keithhitzeman1877]

You are striking the ball like the number 2 man for Texas

[@edwardgagnon6102]

Great show Matty 🎉 Really helped me get the proper mindset 👍… definitely going to apply this

[@dbz1234dkzx]

I started playing 4 months ago and broke 100 for the first time yesterday. Whadaplaya I’d say. Thanks Matty Boom Boom

[@GolfSidekick]

thats sensual

[@bobzielinski3823]

Amazingly good video and system that I will be taking to the course. Matty Boom-BoOm knocking it outta the park yet again. I am looking for the perfect 80’/90’s soundtrack to listen to while playing.

[@robinbernhard3881]

Enjoyed this video a lot! Nice score layout too :) Would love to play with you in Thailand some day!

[@odyoddeller]

That lady after every shot kills me 😂😂😂 I think she’s mocking you

[@01Bluefin]

Phil Mickeltits can only teach so much. Your confidentiality will score lower if you let the Boom Boom of the Matty show you the way.

[@filmoperationsgroup]

I made a couple of "stinky winkies" today...but my games improving thanks to your channel,

[@tma6983]

thanks Matty...brilliant!

[@ViewersGolfAcademy]

I’ve been playing 3 months and so far 78.6785% of my growth and confidentiality is due to my sidekick ☝🏼

[@bouweenvermogen]

Such great advice again! 💪🏼

[@Roberto-bd9fq]

Always great advice, especially the part I'm not a tour pro, so we all mishit shots. Par on 3 of 4 par 3's. So that was good. What was also good was your use of archaic video game fonts, icons and music. ++ A friend of mine says his new girlfriend is a goalie. I said: "Sounds like she's a keeper".

[@jonahmueller4815]

The goat has posted….. gonna be a good day

[@willemflach9834]

The day always gets better!

[@GolfSidekick]

*BOAT

[@Shift2375]

Caddy got big tips today!

[@jaypie9092]

Great round

[@jimmy6tring]

Awesome video, great philosophy! Also love how you drive it 335yds and it looks like no effort. I wanna be just like you when I grow up, playa!

[@GolfSidekick]

It’s rare to hit one that long unless it is dry season in thailand when the turf goes hard. I don’t think I’ve hit one over 318 in the last few months. Just misleading from the scorecard distance subtracting the approach distance. I’ll average playa

[@kwaste]

Well Matt my last 3 rounds I've been going backwards. Hitting 5 to 8 strokes over my normal average. I'm a 18 handicapper., I've tried to hit different clubs to break out of the slump it is not working. I like your philosophy in this video. Will try and apply it. Otherwise like in baseball keep on working on it to get out of slump, do what u do that works.

[@GolfSidekick]

In a golf slump, you do the opposite of what you think. Take off two weeks totally. You’ll be better when you come back

[@kwaste]

@@GolfSidekick thanks I like that idea of taking a little time off

[@riccardorinaldo7934]

Funniest and best course management videos on KZbin. Dan Grieve is also really good on course management, but the Playa in Chief is the GOAT

[@npxmnpxm]

You and that 4i, wow. And not for the first time, as I recall. (Scotland into a blistering headwind?)

[@GolfSidekick]

This one is a new one. Takomo 201 SO EASY TO HIT

[@KeithMoon13]

Alright! Now I can stop losing my composure (and mental credits) to overthinking what I need to score to achieve what I want and instead start losing mental credits to trying to keep track of my mental credits!

[@GolfPsychologist]

Videos a vibe. But I think it's a great way to think. I'll have to try it out

[@derDKP]

I am the opposite. I do great on the back nine, because I figure out what part of my game is working that day, and can play to it.

[@drummerAVA]

Great round. Great video... Whatta playa.

[@marnew1000]

Great video Matt, going to order that hat, love it. Driver going really well there wadda playa…

[@Salty-Drone]

What a great caddie hope u tipped her well

[@sonicsega1699]

what was that music at 22mins. that is my going to be my new golf jam

[@icyredpeople8941]

Where is this golf course?

[@njamesthomasl]

Caddie was superb 👌

[@markegerton8368]

Your content just continues to help improve my game....... Thanks. Please challenge Rick Shiels to a match😁

[@MetalAsFork]

Dude the celly at 14th was better than the Eagle. Good times.

[@TokekMaster]

love that the face paint just get more progressively covering his face as the game goes

[@GolfSidekick]

Sir we have to protect against skin cancer

[@shmirginhymer1867]

Im in that stage of progression where I can shoot a 5 over 77. Then respond with 2 or 3 rounds of 85/86 in a row. It's frustrating.

[@ribusgan]

Which course is this? Interesting to see that they allow untucked beach shirts!!

[@GolfSidekick]

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[@Groovethumper69]

I’ve broken 80 before… albeit decades ago… but one thing I’ve never done is break 40 on a nine hole round. 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@MetalAsFork]

Fun graphics. Fun music. Fun caddie. Fun fun.

[@jamiearonson]

Matty you are casually such a friggen good golfer

[@GolfSidekick]

Sometimes on a course i play regularly yes sir

[@peppercrybeatz]

caddy is amazing

[@danielowen5889]

Classic music and Classic Baus..

[@doe53]

I need to find a very enthusiastic woman to cheer me on every time I hit a good shot. That seems like a huge confidentiality booster.

[@scottlandb6579]

What is the credit loss due to my group of golfers telling me my front nine score. I was playing my best round on the front. Was going to shoot a low 80’s maybe even a high 70’s. I wasn’t paying attention as I was following the basic “boom boom no score tallying protocol till after round”. But lo and behold someone shouts out you scored a front nine… you’re playing lights out!! And I tanked the back nine thinking I was in the hunt to break 80. Instead wound up with a low 90’s.

[@GolfSidekick]

-10

[@scottlandb6579]

@ damn it! Should’ve known!!! Gotta get a new group of fellow Matty golfers

[@BallMarks]

I would love to be able to play this golf course. What is it called? What city/location?

[@GolfSidekick]

Rancho charnvee khao yai thailand

[@iamgutch93]

Love this video.... What a playa!

[@melnor82]

Matty boom boom keep doing what needs to be done because if you do what you're supposed to be doing you're going to be done doing what you were supposed to do.

[@GolfSidekick]

I feel the joy

[@ltlai8658]

I play better towards second nine and wish got more holes to play...

[@foreleftyall]

do u do anything physically to keep it up on back 9? eating, stretching?? i feel the mental burnout but also the physical (i always walk 18)

[@GolfSidekick]

I used to fast a lot for 48-72 hours at a time so I got over the idea of hunger really affecting me. Usually I just eat something before thr round and then ignore hunger the rest of the way. The biggest thing is hydration for me. I do drink a lot of salt water (potassium chloride and sodium chloride) - this staves off hunger and keeps you hydrated. Sugary drinks, beer, plain water just doesn't do much for me except make me piss, and crash (beer/sugar). I use VKTRY insoles and propulsion socks so the walk is SUPER easy. i can walk 36 in a 100° day now and I feel great. Pretty much it's mind of matter in my experience. I just play into my tendencies. I pull the ball more with my irons when i am tired/unfocused and slice the ball mor eiwth the driver. I just play around that

[@seth1455]

Kin ell man, that was impressive

[@starfeather7899]

I spent all tokens when they paired me up w larry curly and moe this morning