You once said, “embrace the slump.” My daughter even made a painting for me with that quote. Just go for it and have fun. Eagle is right too. As a musician, caring deeply while not caring on stage is part of the gig.
@chadbizeau599711 ай бұрын
I've started playing by that mantra. It definitely helps my mental game
@JoshJackson1311 ай бұрын
Eagle is wisdom
@davycrocket485810 ай бұрын
I laughed way too much at that Eagle part. Idk why
@JonMagnificent10 ай бұрын
Just remember that you inspired a majority of your so-called competition. Embrace your seniority, Sensei. They are the students. You are the Master.
@Snappi86510 ай бұрын
☝🏻
@paulotre59035 ай бұрын
This is the first Simon video I ever watched. Had no clue who he was and assumed he stunk because he missed the cut. 5 months later I circle back as a massive fan. Thank you Simon for what you do for the sport!!
@Abcd124-g2v11 ай бұрын
It was cool to meet yall yesterday... I appreciate you signing my glitch.. even though you were upset, you were still in a chill mood .. true professional 👌
@frankiewawa11 ай бұрын
Simon "whats the play here, Paul?" Paul "Straight at it" Paul (proceeds to throw hyzer) haha
@johntuffy572111 ай бұрын
Fear not the hyzer !!
@Scshupe11 ай бұрын
New rule. You miss a cut, we get a video. 😂
@hero22711 ай бұрын
I can get behind this.
@buffetline260511 ай бұрын
This might be only video we get then.
@Scshupe11 ай бұрын
@@buffetline2605 exactly
@ryanmussell73911 ай бұрын
This is the way. I like this rule.
@FerretL0ve11 ай бұрын
I’m so in
@jcunclejim126510 ай бұрын
Welcome to the club of aging! I'm 57, gave up rock climbing at 40, Mtn. biking at 45, and now enjoy playing DG at whatever level my body can pull off. It varies daily, but one thing never changes: YOU"RE only as good as YOUR Next shot! Always believe in your next shot, even if you just shanked one into another fairway- You got this- just park the Disc on this scramble shot!😉
@ronjones-697710 ай бұрын
Amen! I'm only a few years older than you and my body flat out TOLD me I can't play as much as I'd like. Simon has YEARS ahead of him to still play at the top of his game. You just have to learn your body's limits as you age.
@johnweber357811 ай бұрын
You are my favorite player in the PDGA I hope you bounce back soon. Yes you had a rough tournament but it's the beginning of the year. Cut yourself some slack and go out and kick ass at the next one. You have the talent and everyone standing behind you you got this my guy.
@ChrisSuswal-de9tj11 ай бұрын
He was arguably the best player on your in 2022 and had a great year last year considering he was playing with a brand new bag. Simon is going to be fine. He's not the only one starting slow in 2024
@jordanandthesphinx11 ай бұрын
SIMON is a class act…. Miss the cut and immediately vlog and face any criticism head on! Congrats Paul on the MVP sponsorship TOO
@ghostrunner598511 ай бұрын
You have to care and not care at the same time is the perfect competitive disc golf quote maybe of all time
@McSlobo7 ай бұрын
Care about the right things in your life.
@bixby979710 ай бұрын
manning up. miss the cut but find a local course and make a video working on the form. great stuff, guys. "Care but not care, grasshopper"
@billmartinn985111 ай бұрын
Super glad to hear Paul has joined you with MVP!
@unloughfulgaming11 ай бұрын
He’s been there for a while! Before Eagle announced!
@Fidellio1311 ай бұрын
Got to see you throw in person at the BEAST and my biggest impression was what a hassle some fans give you and how gracious you are dealing with all of the attention during a high pressure event. You're the man Simon
@ChrisSuswal-de9tj11 ай бұрын
Hassle? What happened?
@Fidellio1311 ай бұрын
@@ChrisSuswal-de9tj Interrupted his practice putting to ask for a signature, that kind of thing. He was kind and rspectful every time I just remember myself thinking man I'd get so tired of that
@diskounts11 ай бұрын
I'm not gonna lie, I love videos like this of you (and others) playing random courses and just talking to the camera. Next time you should go play the 9 hole in McGregor. It's a blast. Hope you're doing well bud.
@susiepittman60111 ай бұрын
I must admit that this video brought me a whole new level of respect for you, Simon. I've often thought of you as arrogant. Now I'm thinking I may have been wrong. I like it when that happens. Thank you.
@mccsnackin11 ай бұрын
I feel like this is how Simon is in all his videos. When he wins tournaments, “How did I win that?”. Idk where you got “arrogant” from 😂😅
@jimmyjam-vc6rf10 ай бұрын
I kind of agree with you about the arrogance and this was an interesting video. There's something about disc golf that requires a lot of ego, confidence, and maybe even arrogance. You're doing something that is incredibly difficult and you have to tell yourself you're going to be perfect. You take your best guess and commit and believe in yourself 100% with no doubts in your mind at all. That's also incredibly hard to do.
@mikeh754910 ай бұрын
Simon is like the most down to earth chill guy on tour. Its never about him, but about growing the game and encouraging young players. Much respect.
@brotherknight198311 ай бұрын
I played in the first PDGA sanctioned tournament at Hewitt Park back in February. Overall fun course. Simon you are one of my favorite players on the pro tour. You made my week on Wednesday when I got to meet you. Keep your head up. You will bounce back.
@SJ-ph3jb11 ай бұрын
"You gotta care and not care at the same time" wise advice. Im watching this a day late so congrats on 200k subs! Well deserved
@vega122110 ай бұрын
200 K BABY! Congrats and you got this guys. Dont think and just remember to enjoy being out there playing disc golf for a living. I think about playing even a practice round but dont have time with everything so enjoy and be present and itll come back no problem.
@theodoremote53011 ай бұрын
I think it’s important to have these Vlogs, and show everyone else what it’s really like out on tour even the bad parts. This was a perfect choice to make a video during this time/ mood/ etc. thanks for sharing it
@jonathanmeinert11 ай бұрын
Just keep grinding and you’ll be back on top soon Simon, root for you every week , can’t wait for you to hoist a major trophy, you deserve it and it’ll be a great day for disc golf when you get there!
@douglasallen311 ай бұрын
Dang!!! I wish I knew you were playing on my home course!! I can’t wait to see this video!
@noah498711 ай бұрын
Paul is awesome great to see him on MVP with you congrats Paul!
@kevingross414111 ай бұрын
Sometimes you're the windshield, sometimes you're the bug. Go get 'em next week. Best of luck!
@Eaglemadhatter11 ай бұрын
Soo many good players today. I wish I would've kept playing in my teens back on the 90s. 😢 Missed about 20 years worth of playing. You're pretty good Simon and you'll do great. I'm rooting for Luke he's a favorite like you are. Let's Throooooooooooow!!!
@robertjones173011 ай бұрын
These videos help us amateurs too! When I want to beat myself up asking why do I shoot like garbage sometimes, it's nice to see even the best Pro has off days. It's a normal part of growth
@velttovee11 ай бұрын
I so hope to see this kind of course where I live in Southern Finland. Like almost all courses near me has most of if not all holes tree tunnel shots with Waco style rough everywhere :D.. and add some elevation to that.. though when you hit the caps it feels amazing :D
@StabBacker11 ай бұрын
the round felt very mortal, I appreciate the level of humility that went into these throws to make us(the viewers) feel better about ourselves ;D
@JohnMcColgansMusicalDrumming11 ай бұрын
You will get it back, Simon. Simply KNOW that you are one of the best to ever do it. Then, go out and do it. (ps, huge fan and also friend of yer uncle Pete up here in Montreal. He is missed!)
@joebrannon884311 ай бұрын
The People’s Champion & Paul! You made my year getting to meet you at the Bridge! Thanks so much for coming to Texas!
@lizborgbowman10 ай бұрын
Videos help. Have fun throwing those pretty discs, so we can sell more in our stores 😊 As long as we get Simon screen-time, doesn't matter if it's Vlog or JoMez. We just love you. ❤ Also, most of your viewers miss more putts than you do, so we don't judge.
@itsstucat11 ай бұрын
Paul, grats on MVP. well deserved.
@bradsteed683311 ай бұрын
You should have played Woodway but it’s all good. One thing I noticed is that you looked like you weren’t having fun. Even before a round. I get it , you are competitive , and you want to do well for the fans. Go out there and do what you do. Everything will fall in line.
@tyh331111 ай бұрын
Woodway has the worst baskets in Waco though
@joeblow242611 ай бұрын
Yes-remember your own wisdom: “Embrace the slump!” Yes. Stop thinking about it. You already know what to do-just do it. And don’t forget to have fun and break out the Simon Line once in a while (as long as it won’t hurt your arm)!
@lilnemoofficial545211 ай бұрын
Congrats on the 200k🙏
@merk34511 ай бұрын
Perfect advice from Eagle!
@bobbert122011 ай бұрын
Vlog > Lead Card! Great to see you on tour this year Paul! Can tell you're in Texas, 'cause Paul has his guns out with that tank top!
@KenMoody111 ай бұрын
Love this Simon. Better days ahead. Hope to see you in person, hoisting the trophy in Portland.
@aaronsnanigan57111 ай бұрын
what disc did paul throw at 9:20? he said "an amazing gravity" aka a flippy dimension. Is this a new mold?
@elisabethe805511 ай бұрын
Congratulations to your 200 K! That must be sort of redemption to the bummer at Waco. ;) I think it was just a glitch in your game for the weekend, Austin will make you put your pixels together!
@carl33p10 ай бұрын
Those highlight putts from the woods! That was top tier magic.
@Newtperc11 ай бұрын
Great to see Paul opening up on camera. You’ll be back Simon!
@darbrandt384711 ай бұрын
As far as thinking too much, I like to think of something I read from a sports psychologist: "most of what you do is automatic"; meaning most of your form you don't have to think about, since you've done it so many times. Maybe just release point and speed. Good luck in Austin!
@ilovegrilledcheese131311 ай бұрын
Camp Olympic hole 12 double mando ace. Nice dude.
@Precisionfrolfmedia11 ай бұрын
Thanks man how do you know the course ?!
@sc363911 ай бұрын
8:15 nice putts guys!
@nehpetsttocsnosirrag622710 ай бұрын
You have always putted too well to be concerned with anything disc golf related. I would recommend intense practice sessions on intense courses instead of the relaxing courses if Austin doesnt go right. Its time to get fully tuned in since the competition is so rough this year. You are still the greatest talent there is. Peace ✌️ ☮️ 🕊
@GavinSwaank11 ай бұрын
"Care but not care at the same time" beautiful. Try but don't try too hard. Think but definitely don't think too hard. Disc Golf is tough.
@28MetalDrummer11 ай бұрын
That ace was at Camp Olympic Park. One of my favorite local courses.
@Precisionfrolfmedia11 ай бұрын
Great course
@ygsd539111 ай бұрын
Love Pauls comment about needing to beat in his pixel for a straighter putt! Looking forward to mine beating in as well in the future 🤝
@landonwebb88611 ай бұрын
Well Simon you better get top 10 next week or I’m only buying 3 pixels instead of 5… oops I bought 5
@meloysmusicstudio11 ай бұрын
Sorry you had a tough weekend here - thanks for visiting though and you'll come back twice as sharp.
@tomt76011 ай бұрын
You got this Simon! Pixels are straight killer Keep at it. Don't let this get you down Your MOJO is coming back around!!
@jeffreywetzel55811 ай бұрын
Hole 12 at Camp O!!!! I aced that hole too!!! Let's gooooooooo
@Precisionfrolfmedia11 ай бұрын
Let’s goooo
@GABRIELGIESEL11 ай бұрын
We all have slumps. Have fun when you play. And don’t let this week be a label on how you see yourself as a player. Even if you suck next week you need to love the sport and clear your mind of anything else. Keep your chin up Simon. And keep the videos coming. P.S. have you had that baby yet?
@jonasd.603010 ай бұрын
8:15 those 2 puts were SICK!!
@DazO987411 ай бұрын
I am looking forward to seeing Simon and Paul really enjoying playing on the lead card at Austin. God bless
@PirateDiscGolf-lk7ne11 ай бұрын
Branson Trails is only a few hours from Jonesboro or eagles landing, you guys would LOVE it! Blues are insane wooded holes, pinks have a bunch of ace runs.
@brianbadershall542711 ай бұрын
Just enjoy the game it's a beautiful day out and just think about the shot in front of you I can't wait to see your son playing😊😊
@ChrisSolarski11 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear it. Hope you both bounce back with self-care. 🙂
@Traubenjaeger11 ай бұрын
Drei Mal ist Bremer Recht Simon! 😉 das gilt bestimmt auch dafür den cut nicht zu schaffen. Viel Erfolg in Austin, da wird der Winterrost abgeschüttelt! 🙏🤙
@billcoulter198411 ай бұрын
Deep field in Waco. I really enjoyed watching you guys play a casual round on a normal Texas course.
@chrisp982411 ай бұрын
It's hard to explain with this vid alone, that Joey is not also a top tier pro tour player. Lookin smooth dude, that skip ace attempt was dope. I hope you guys find your mojo ;)
@umphress5711 ай бұрын
I retrieved your putter from yesterday! Hopefully they get it back to you. Thanks for signing my time lapses 🤘🏼
@niklasschaab476311 ай бұрын
200.000 on point right now! Congrats to that and better luck next tournament. Disc Golf grows up fast and competition is going through the roof. Is it true that even Paul McBeth didn't make the cut? A year ago I would have said: Impossible!
@SheadHead-nz6es10 ай бұрын
Love this course. Thanks Simon!
@anthonylombardo130611 ай бұрын
ghoststunner5085 yep , its the same woth batting in baseball. You cant care what pitch is coming , if you strkie out ,get it. Just hit the ball. Not caring about things you cant handle helps me just focus on the task at hand. Like hitting a tight gap.
@Jack-bn8jw11 ай бұрын
You got this Simon your still amazing!!
@discgolfchainhigh11 ай бұрын
This week is going to make your successes that much sweeter this year
@jorycatanzaro513911 ай бұрын
Well, I know missing the cut sucks. 1 round doesn't define you, just gotta learn from it and stay positive. Appreciate the day of rest and enjoy the beauty of life. Much love from San Antonio, TX!
@stefanmccabe470511 ай бұрын
You’re awesome Simon. Hoping to see you on some lead-card action real soon 🤘😃
@katielrobison11 ай бұрын
Shake it off! I’ll see ya in Austin! It’s gonna be a better week!
@jonsoares655710 ай бұрын
MVP, as we age we learn how to deal with having a bad round or 3. Good luck on the season. See you at Idlewild!
@johndevito427111 ай бұрын
You are to hard on yourself Simon. I know life's been stressful with new kid and contract and Eagle Videos and blah blah blah. Don't get frustrated with yourself. Get frustrated with life. Sure get angry. Head down and focus. Frick the world and all the eyes on you. Screw em all. Get out there and play angry smart disc golf. Light the courses on fire with your play. You already know you can beat anyone on any given day. Just do it. It will click. Play fierce tough disc golf. There is no competition. Only you can beat you. Don't beat yourself up. You got this. In 20 years people will still be talking about Simon and how great he was. Give them a show. A smart one. Simon lines are a bit crazy. Execute the best smart shots. You are the best in THE WORLD!
@TREVORtheSAXman11 ай бұрын
If you get a chance when you're in Austin I think you would love playing a round at Circle C. Super fun course and a good mix of shots.
@Jon-wo4ni10 ай бұрын
I’m guessing those other players had no idea who they were playing next to? 😂. Thanks for a great video. And showing you’re the real deal.
@widespreadpermic996711 ай бұрын
Keep your head up, Simon!! You got this and you know it. Take Eagle's advice!! We are all routing ya on brother, congrats on 200k. :)
@carl33p10 ай бұрын
Love the 300ft+ glitch smash. Go Paul!
@Captskeeter11 ай бұрын
Great Vid! Good luck in Waco! You got this! Get out of your head and enjoy!
@elswinesmoker11 ай бұрын
Well, we didn’t get all dressed up for nothing, quote from Braveheart I live by 😂 Get you some 👊🏽
@loganzachary832811 ай бұрын
That 2nd tree got removed last year on 5. Man was it tough when both were big and green!
@Underratedmen11 ай бұрын
As long as your body feels healthy you’ll always be able to compete at the highest level. We’re excited for the come back, Simon. 👍
@weldit32111 ай бұрын
Ole Hewitt park. Welcome to Waco Simon been a fan for years! Next time in waco try Amsler park in McGregor 12 minutes away.
@TwoOneSe7en11 ай бұрын
Simon doesn’t cash? Ok. Make a video. Cash made. Hahaha 🧠
@tillydejong939611 ай бұрын
you might be onto something...
@robinraphael11 ай бұрын
I just lost a 3 point lead to my buddy and then tied on hole 9 (that was all we planed to play) so we played 3 ot holes and he beat me on the third, was feeling down I wanted that win I won't lie, then I see this video. Sorry to hear it Simon but it's human to fail more then your succeed, but it made me feel better about loosing to see my favorite player not do so hot either. Life is weird 😅, go spend some more time with your family bro
@AverageJoesDG11 ай бұрын
If you have some time, you should check out the Hillside discgolf course in San Antonio or the zip in Helotes tx,
@bejoyrn9a11 ай бұрын
This calls for a win in the next tournament 💯👍
@chuckaluck12311 ай бұрын
Hang in there buddy! You da best!
@ryanmussell73911 ай бұрын
7:03. This is why you buy a pixel. I have all 3 firmness.
@billmartinn985111 ай бұрын
Simon is still my favorite player!
@chainraiderdiscgolf11 ай бұрын
I've played the course in your, Shot of the Day. That is Camp Olympic.
@Seryous11 ай бұрын
Me and my buddy played this course before watching waco last year. cool to see simon play it.
@gavinc636611 ай бұрын
The hip thrust ace was pretty wild
@zethjin_6610 ай бұрын
When you see someone losing confidence when they shouldn't, it's horrible to watch because there is almost nothing to do to help one get through it. Usually when it happens to me, I feel amazed as well and ask mysel what is going on. I think deep down it is always something in the body giving the breaks and mind cannot follow. You can be physically exhausted from training while you feel fresh mentally, and the other way around, both worsening the results and feeling like losing control hence getting unconfident.
@Tatonka32211 ай бұрын
SIMON!!! You need to stop saying to yourself that "YOU SUCK!" Words have power. You obviously don't suck. You're an elite level player. You also have to quit telling yourself that you can't beat someone. or you'll have to play perfect to beat them. Just like the bad weekend you had this last week. Others also can have bad rounds. Tell yourself your the best! Critique a bad throw after you throw it, figuring out what you did wrong. Instead of just beating yourself down. You rock man. M2C
@fourcubed4711 ай бұрын
Congrats, Simon, 200K!
@Archizombie11 ай бұрын
Love you, Simon
@nicmont423010 ай бұрын
Fantastic putt Young Paul.
@alwolschleger724211 ай бұрын
Incredibly timely, as I was absolutely on the struggle bus yesterday at the B-Tier I was in. Snow and 25 mph swirling winds for the morning round, just above freezing and sunny with big gusts for the afternoon round. Struggled to figure out the conditions, struggled to put a complete game together, struggled to stay positive toward the end. When I got home, I poured some whiskey and reflected on the round; found the positives and reminded myself that if I could do those things, I can do the rest of it too, and then drank more whiskey until shooting 50 points below my rating was just a thing that happened instead of a calamity. Thank you for being human. Makes us mere mortals feel a hell of a lot better about being human as well.
@SSquirrel197611 ай бұрын
You hit 200k. Grats Simon
@monkeyearcheese42011 ай бұрын
I think we love you because your human. Keep grinding
@WhatACoolArrow11 ай бұрын
Paul is like the cool kid in every 80's/90's film
@tillydejong939611 ай бұрын
cool & cute.. maybe he missed his calling!
@traviscatkyler190211 ай бұрын
Finally got to meet you at the party on Saturday! I was always so bummed that you didn't come to Waco. Did you end up going to Putters ?