The Mental Game of Golf: Rich Beem Opens Up About the Pressure of Professional Play

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In this episode of "Beamer's Best Bets," Rich Beem and Sandy dive into a fun and insightful chat about all things golf. They kick off with Rich's predictions for the FedEx St. Jude tournament. The duo reminisces about their Sirius XM days and share personal golf anecdotes, including Sandy's game-improving tip from Rich. They also discuss making golf enjoyable for kids and the mental challenges pros face. Rich wraps up with exciting news about his move to Horseshoe Bay and upcoming travel plans. It's a light-hearted episode filled with laughs and golf wisdom!

Timestamps

Introduction to the Podcast (00:00:00) Rich and Sandy introduce themselves and their long-time friendship.

Sirius XM Experience (00:00:20) Discussion about their previous show on Sirius XM and the abrupt end of it.

Rich's Predictions for FedEx St. Jude (00:02:33) Rich shares his picks for the FedEx St. Jude tournament, highlighting key players.

Amateur Golf Tips (00:05:33) Sandy shares how taking more club improved his game after Rich's advice.

Making Golf Fun for Kids (00:07:10) Rich emphasizes the importance of making golf enjoyable for children.

Top Golf's Impact (00:08:45) Discussion on how Top Golf attracts new players to the sport.

Surprising Players Not in FedEx Playoffs (00:09:18) Rich and Sandy talk about notable players missing from the FedEx playoffs.

Mental Challenges of Professional Golf (00:11:01) Rich reflects on the mental pressures faced by professional golfers.

Social Media and Travel Plans (00:13:10) Rich discusses his upcoming travel schedule and plans for social media updates.

Moving to Horseshoe Bay (00:13:43) Rich shares details about his upcoming move and home closing date.

Golf Course at Horseshoe Bay (00:15:41) Discussion about the various golf courses at Horseshoe Bay, including Rimrock and Summer Rock.

Collin Morikawa's Performance (00:16:08) Analysis of Collin Morikawa's recent performance and predictions for his play at TPC Southwind.

Matt Kuchar's Controversial Finish (00:17:47) Overview of Matt Kuchar's decision to complete his final hole the next morning after a poor finish.

Kuchar's Financial Decisions (00:20:06) Discussion on the financial implications of Kuchar's actions and comparisons to past controversies.

Upcoming Golf Events (00:22:58) Brief mention of upcoming golf events and the start of football season.

Rich's Picks for FedEx Playoffs (00:23:30) Rich shares his predictions for the first event of the FedEx playoffs in Saint Jude.

Personal Golf Plans (00:24:51) Rich and Sandy discuss their upcoming golf plans, including Rich's trip to Castle Pines.

Friendship and Golfing Challenges (00:25:36) Rich shares a humorous story about playing golf with a friend who often wants to quit.

Cash Game Memories (00:27:07) Rich reflects on his past confidence and success in cash games during his golf career.